Description

Light in weight, but not sound, the Deluxe Telecaster Thinline is crafted with timelessly elegant style and authentic Fender tone. Crisp and articulate, with a versatile voice that cuts through a busy mix, this stage-tested design is the ideal combination of modern features and traditional aesthetics. With a little bit of extra ‘magic’ up its sleeve, this instrument is as flexible as it is distinctly stylish.

Two noise-free, highly articulate Vintage Noiseless Tele pickups produce rich, detailed tone, with the balanced string response, definition and twang you’ve come to expect from a Tele. The semi-hollow construction imparts seductively warm overtones to the traditional Tele sound, creating a slightly throatier voice. Four-way switching adds an exciting dimension to the traditional Tele pickup combinations—position four combines the bridge and neck pickups in series for hotter output and punchier midrange.

Enjoy increased sustain and slightly thicker tone that complements the famous Tele twang, thanks to the modern six-saddle sting-through-body bridge with block saddles. A contoured neck heel and 4-bolt asymmetrical neck plate make it easy to comfortably reach the upper registers of the neck.

The flatter 12”-radius fingerboard makes it easy to play fast leads and perform deep bends without fretting out. Locking short-post tuning machines with vintage-style buttons provide increased break angle at the nut for buzz-free playing and enhanced tuning stability, along with quicker string changes. Classic aesthetic touches include nickel/chrome hardware and a four-ply aged white pearloid pickguard, along with knurled flat-top control knobs and a black switch tip.

For players who want classic Fender semi-hollowbody tone with a bit of edge, the Deluxe Telecaster Thinline is ready to step up with its modern features and authentic style. Includes gig bag.

Fender Deluxe Thinline Telecaster Maple Fingerboard Candy Apple Red
Fender Deluxe Thinline Telecaster Maple Fingerboard Candy Apple Red
Fender Deluxe Thinline Telecaster Maple Fingerboard Candy Apple Red

Features

Body
  • Body shape: Single cutaway
  • Body type: Semi-hollow or chambered body
  • Body material: Solid wood
  • Top wood: Not applicable
  • Body wood: Alder
  • Body finish: Gloss
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: C
  • Neck wood: Maple
  • Joint: Bolt-on
  • Scale length: 25.5 in.
  • Truss rod: Standard
  • Neck finish: Satin
Fretboard
  • Material: Maple
  • Radius: 12 in.
  • Fret size: Tall narrow
  • Number of frets: 22
  • Inlays: Dot
  • Nut width: 1.65 in. (42 mm)
Pickups
  • Configuration: SSS
  • Neck: Vintage Noiseless
  • Middle: Not applicable
  • Bridge: Vintage Noiseless
  • Brand: Fender
  • Active or passive pickups: Passive
  • Series or parallel: Series
  • Piezo: No
  • Active EQ: No
  • Special electronics: None
Controls
  • Control layout: Master volume, tone
  • Pickup switch: 4-way
  • Coil tap or split: No
  • Kill switch: No
Hardware
  • Bridge type: Fixed
  • Bridge design: 6-saddle string through body hardtail with block saddles
  • Tailpiece: Not applicable
  • Tuning machines: Deluxe sealed/locking
  • Color: Nickel
Other
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Special features: Electronics
  • Case: Gig bag
  • Accessories: None
  • Country of origin: Mexico
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Reviews

3.83

6 Reviews

67%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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  1. Jamming2
  2. Practicing1
  3. Recording1
  4. Rock Concerts1
  5. School Bands1
Cons
  1. Craftsmanship2
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  1. Experienced4
Pros
  1. Good Feel3
  2. Good Pick Up2
  3. Good Tone2
  4. Fun To Play1
  5. Solid Electronics1
  • Terrific Light Weight Tele With Nice Deluxe Features

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byCharley M

    fromAustin, Texas

    Mine arrived in excellent condition and nicely Setup! It plays like a Dream! I wasn't sure about a Maple Fret Board, but I like it. The Guitar Sound is Brighter than my Strat, but more 3 dimensional. I definitely can work with the brightness and tone it down a little.

  • This is MIM and the wiring and pots were defective

    2

    submitted7 years ago

    byKen

    fromVentura CA

    I bought this online and it was shipped to the store. I played it at the store — it seemed fine. Within a couple of weeks the tone pot & volume pot started intermittent crackling and cutting out. It was defective. But since I had it longer than the 30 days I I had my tech re-wire the whole thing and put in a new cap and new tone pot. Sounds & plays great now — after $200 of work.

  • Love this guitar!

    5

    submitted7 years ago

    byBennie A.

    fromPortland Or.

    Love the quality, the sound is amazing especially when playing the blues and the candy apple red is gorgeous, love it. Very satisfied with my new Fender made tele. Good guitar, good purchase.

  • OUCH!

    1

    submitted8 years ago

    byLaughing Gravy

    fromRockwall, Texas

    Was really psyched for this guitar. Took one down from the wall at GC and the frets were so jagged I never even bothered to plug it in.What a shame!

  • Like New

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted9 years ago

    byMurf

    fromFlorence, Al (Muscle Shoals)

    I was concerned about purchasing an instrument that had been sent back by a previous customer, so I took the guitar to a music store where many of the session players have their guitars set up. After the set up and inspection the tech indicated that I did good and the guitar is like new.

  • OK, I REALLY LIKE THIS LITTLE TELE

    5

    submitted9 years ago

    byJOHNNY

    fromSTONE MOUNTAIN,GEORGIA

    ONLY HAD THIS A COUPLE OF DAYS, BUT LOOKS LIKE SHES A KEEPER, YOU GOTTA GIVE THS GIRL A TRY. IMPRESSED WITH THE QUALITY AND SOUND OF THIS INEXPENSIVE GUITAR.

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  • asked byTHAIED

    fromjOHNSTOWN, pa.

    IS THIS MEXICO MADE. ? hOW TO SORT OR FILTER ON aMERICAN THINLINE TELEC'S AND GET SOMETHING ?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Yes this is made in Mexico.