Embodying the essence of the classic Nashville Sound, the Fender Vintera III Mid ’60s Telecaster faithfully captures the style, playability, and tone of the era with supreme assurance. Carved from a solid slab of ash, this Tele typifies the model’s reputation as a tried-and-tested workhorse. You’ll find the period-correct playability of this Tele’s authentic Mid ’60s C-shaped neck eminently gratifying, and its old-school 7.25-inch-radius, round-laminated rosewood fingerboard, crowned with vintage-tall frets, is just as satisfying. Tone-wise, this solidbody electric guitar is on par with real-world vintage specimens, by virtue of its custom-spec’d vintage-style single-coil Tele pickups, which are brimming with the tone-packed punch and crystal-clear articulation you’d expect from a mid-1960s Telecaster. You also get a premium assortment of period-accurate hardware, comprising Fender’s twang-marinated 3-saddle bridge and matching vintage-style tuning machines. A 3-ply parchment pickguard, a top-hat-style switch tip, knurled flat-top control knobs, and an era-correct headstock logo round out this superb retro-style Telecaster. With the Vintera III Mid ’60s Telecaster, authentic vintage character and legendary tone converge to deliver a true taste of Fender history.
The Vintera III lineup takes you back to Fender’s formative age of guitar innovation, reviving the brand’s most beloved instruments with component-level vintage accuracy. These historic guitars and basses spotlight pivotal eras of Fender production, from the gold-tinged Strats of the late 1950s to the block-bound Jazz Basses of the early 1970s. Each model is crafted with era-accurate pickups, a vintage-spec neck, and traditional Fender hardware — in essence, these are Leo Fender and company’s groundbreaking creations realized exactly as they were first envisioned decades ago. Rest assured that when you pick up a Vintera III instrument, you’re playing the guitars and basses that shaped music history.
During the mid-1960s, Fender remained true to the classic Tele formula: a heavyweight ash or alder body joined to a hand-filling maple neck and bolstered by what’s arguably the era’s most bulletproof hardware. The Fender Vintera III Mid ’60s Telecaster reflects these design elements, showcasing a body carved from a premium chunk of solid ash. Moreover, this Tele boasts an eminently comfortable Mid ’60s C-shaped neck, which starts off slim at the nut and thickens moderately as you approach the 12th fret. You also get a vintage-style 7.25-inch-radius, round-laminated rosewood fingerboard, crowned with vintage-tall frets that allow for enthusiastic string bending without fretting out. Lastly, the Vintera III Mid ’60s Tele features a vintage-style 3-saddle bridge with threaded steel saddles — a significant contributor to the fabled Tele twang — and matching tuning machines, offering authentic aesthetics and superior tuning precision.
Music Experience’s guitar aficionados consider mid-’60s Teles to be among the most sought-after models in Fender history, thanks at least in part to their captivating alnico-fueled sound. Equipped with vintage-style Mid ’60s single-coil Tele pickups, the Vintera III Mid ’60s Telecaster re-creates these iconic tones with flawless precision. No matter what you plug it into, this stellar solidbody electric guitar sings, snaps, squeals, and sparkles, delivering crystal-clear chime and a raw, steely twang that screams. Tying it all together are Master Volume and Master Tone knobs, along with traditional 3-way switching, providing you with a universe of potential tones to explore.
The Fender® Vintera III series delivers meticulously crafted vintage recreations that capture the authentic look, feel, and tone of iconic Fender guitars from the '50s, '60s, and '70s. The Vintera® III Mid '60s Telecaster® features your choice of alder or ash body paired with a maple neck and rosewood fingerboard, delivering that unmistakable Fender sound brimming with punch and crystal-clear articulation. Choose between a classic maple cap fingerboard or rich rosewood fingerboard to match your playing style and aesthetic preference. The authentic mid '60s “C”-shaped neck profile offers an instantly familiar playing experience, while the 7.25" radius fingerboard with vintage-tall frets ensures supreme comfort and outstanding feel. At its heart, two meticulously crafted vintage-style mid '60s spec'd pickups capture the bright, cutting tones that established Fender's reputation during this pivotal era. The vintage-style 3-saddle bridge with threaded steel saddles offers authentic '60s twang, while period-correct vintage-style tuning machines deliver authentic looks with superior tuning precision. Embrace the authentic vintage spirit and legendary sound of Vintera® III – where every detail tells the story.
Classic Fender tonewoods known for exceptional resonance and clarity, alder delivers balanced tone with beefy mids and robust low-end, while ash provides enhanced punch and brightness with prominent grain patterns, offering versatile tonal options for diverse musical styles.
The 7.25” radius fingerboard provides vintage comfort and feel, while vintage-tall frets provide slightly more height than vintage for big bends and wide vibrato.
This classic '60s shape is comfortably rounded and starts off slim at the nut, thickening moderately toward the 12th fret.
There’s really nothing like the timeless singing, snapping, screaming and sparkling sound of Fender single-coil pickups. These mid ‘60s spec pickups are full of the crystal-clear chime and raw, steely twang that made Fender instruments famous.
Featuring a classic 3-saddle bridge with rock-solid string-through-body design and three threaded steel saddles for authentic ‘60s Tele® twang.
These tuning machines offer the look and feel of vintage machines with a finer gear ratio and enhanced tuning stability.
| Body Type | Solidbody |
|---|---|
| Body Shape | Vintera III Mid '60s Telecaster |
| Left-/Right-handed | Right-handed |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Body Material | Ash |
| Body Finish | Gloss Polyester |
| Color | Vintage Blonde |
| Neck Material | Maple |
| Neck Shape | Mid 60's C |
| Radius | 7.25" |
| Fingerboard Material | Rosewood |
| Fingerboard Inlay | Black Dots |
| Number of Frets | 21, Vintage Tall |
| Scale Length | 25.5" |
| Nut Width | 1.650" |
| Nut Material | Bone |
| Bridge/Tailpiece | 3-Saddle Vintage-Style Tele® with Threaded Steel Saddles |
| Tuners | Fender Vintage Style |
| Neck Pickup | Vintage-Style Mid '60s Single-Coil Tele |
| Bridge Pickup | Vintage-Style Mid '60s Single-Coil Tele |
| Controls | 1 x volume, 1 x tone |
| Switching | 3-way Blade Pickup Switch |
| Strings | Fender USA 250L, .009-.042 |
| Case Included | Deluxe Gig Bag |
| Manufacturer Part Number |
0149270307 885978959631 |
