If you think Teles are twanging one-trick ponies, you've got another thing coming. Contrary to popular opinion, Telecasters aren't limited to twang-inflected chicken pickin'. Case in point: The Fender Player Plus Tele. This solidbody electric guitar's Player Plus Noiseless pickups are equally at home with jazz, blues, and rock as they are with country, plus they don't produce 60-cycle hum — even if you plug into a saturated amp or a fuzz pedal. On top of that, the Player Plus Tele includes a series mode for expanded sonic textures. A modern "C"-shaped neck and 22-fret, 12-inch-radius fingerboard give you a decidedly contemporary feel with fast action and comfortable playability. You also get a synthetic bone nut, modern 6-saddle string-through bridge, and Fender deluxe cast/sealed locking tuners. If you appreciate classic Teles but crave modern playability and a broader tonal palette, pick up the Player Plus Telecaster. But be forewarned — you won't want to put it down.

Fender Player Plus Telecaster at a Glance:

• Player Plus Noiseless Telecaster pickups
• 12” radius fingerboard with rolled edges
• Modern 6-saddle Tele bridge with block steel saddles
• Push-pull tone control engages both pickups wired in series
• Locking tuning machines

Vintage vibe with a modern edge

For their Player Plus Series guitars, Fender went back to the drawing board with updated radii, more historically accurate body shapes, new head-turning finishes, and a classic logo that harkens back to the Fenders of yesteryear. But these smooth-playing instruments also look to the future with modern enhancements that include 22-fret necks, upgraded bridges for better sustain, and state-of-the-art Player Plus Noiseless pickups that crank out legendary Fender tone by the boatload — without the hum. Beyond that, you get a push-pull tone knob that activates a series mode for searing humbucker-like tones.

Delivers punchy Tele sounds with zero hum

You're sure to cut through the mix, thanks to this Telecaster's Player Plus Noiseless single-coil pickups. These pups deliver the warm, sweet twang that has been with us since the dawn of the Tele, but without the dreaded hum that's inherent with vintage-style pickups. If you're into chicken pickin', you'll love the sound of this Telecaster's bridge pickup. And single-line jazz and country lines sound heavenly on the neck pickup. Full-on amp distortion sounds great in either position, yielding tight lows and stinging highs. Aggressive twang, smoky jazz, saturated high-gain — the guitarists here at Music Experience have found that everything sounds great through these state-of-the-art pickups.

Easy-playing maple neck and fingerboard

Leo Fender wasn't a guitar player. In fact, he got his start repairing radios. When designing his original instruments, he had no idea that guitars weren't supposed to have maple necks. This Player Plus Telecaster has the revered maple neck and a tried-and-true maple fingerboard, supplying you with a snappy feel and a clear-as-a-bell sound. In keeping with contemporary tastes, the Player Plus Telecaster has a more modern "C"-shaped maple neck with a satin urethane finish.

What Fender Says...

Fusing classic Fender® design with player-centric features and exciting new finishes, the Player Plus Telecaster® delivers superb playability and unmistakable style. Powered by a set of Player Plus Noiseless™ pickups, the Player Plus Tele® delivers warm, sweet Tele® twang – without hum. A push-pull switch on the tone control engages both pickups in series operation, delivering increased output and body. The silky satin Modern “C” Player Plus Tele® neck fits your hand like a glove, with smooth rolled edges for supreme comfort. The 12” radius fingerboard and 22 medium jumbo frets facilitate fluid leads and choke free bends. A modern 6-saddle Tele bridge with block steel saddles adds a touch of brightness while providing precise intonation and the locking tuners provide rock-solid tuning and make string changes quick and easy. With classic Fender style, advanced features and stunning new finishes, the Player Plus Telecaster is the perfect tool to spark your creativity and stand out from the crowd.

Player Plus Noiseless Pickups

With brilliant highs, balanced mids and smooth lows these pickups are clear and responsive with great string to string note balance. They have all the Tele snap and twang - without the noise.

Modern “C" Neck

Fast and comfortable, the Modern “C” profile suits all playing styles, and the satin finish provides a luxurious feel that is smooth up and down the neck.

12” Radius Fingerboard With Rolled Edges

The 12” radius fingerboard facilitates fluid leads and choke free bends, and the rolled fingerboard edges provide supreme comfort.

6-Saddle Bridge

The modern Tele bridge with 6 steel block saddles delivers superior intonation, sustain, and a touch of brightness.

Push-Pull Electronics

A handy push-pull switch on the tone control activates both pickups wired together in series for added girth and a bump in output – perfect for highlighting passages or a solo.

Locking Tuning Machines

A high-performance feature, locking tuning machines offer increased tuning stability while making string changes fast and easy.