Fender Vintera III Late '50s Telecaster Electric Guitar, Maple Fingerboard - Dakota Red

Experience Vintage Twang and Early-Era Tone - The Fender Vintera III Late '50s Telecaster Electric Guitar with a Maple Fingerboard in Dakota Red 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 Late '50s Telecaster® features an ash or alder body paired with a 1-piece maple neck and maple fingerboard, delivering that unmistakable Fender sound brimming with punch and crystal-clear articulation. The authentic late '50s “V”-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 late '50s spec'd pickups capture the bright, cutting tones that established Fender's reputation during this pivotal era. The vintage-style 3-saddle bridge with steel barrel saddles offers authentic '50s twang while vintage-style appointments deliver classic aesthetics and period-correct tuning machines provide superior tuning precision. Embrace the authentic vintage spirit and legendary sound of Vintera® III – where every detail tells the story. SPECIFICATIONS Body Body Material: Alder Body Shape: Telecaster® Body Style: Solid Body Body Finish: Gloss Polyester Neck Headstock: Telecaster® Neck Material: 1-Piece Maple Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane Neck Shape: Late '50s "V" Neck Construction: 4-Bolt Standard Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm) Fingerboard: Maple Fingerboard Radius: 7.25" (184.1 mm) Frets: 21 (Vintage Tall) Nut: Bone, 1.650" (42 mm) Position Inlays: Black Dot Side Dots: Black Truss Rod: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust Electronics Pickup Configuration: SS Neck Pickup: Vintage-Style Late '50s Single-Coil Tele® Bridge Pickup: Vintage-Style Late '50s Single-Coil Tele® Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone Switching: 3-Position Blade (1: Bridge, 2: Bridge & Neck, 3: Neck) Hardware Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage Style Tele® with Barrel Steel Saddles Bridge Mounting: 4-Screw Vintage-Style Tuners: Fender® Vintage-Style Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome Pickguard: 1-Ply White Control Knobs: Knurled Flat-Top Switch Tip: Top Hat Style, Black Pickup Covers: Neck (Chrome), Bridge (Black) Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Vintage-Style String Trees: Butterfly Strings: Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009–.042) Strap Buttons: Vintage-Style Manufacturer: Fender Model: 0149192354 SKU: I878894-N-1-WHXC UPC: 885978959617 We are Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center Since 1958, Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center has been the trusted destination for musicians and audio professionals across Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. Family-owned and operated, our legendary music store delivers Everything in Music®—from instruments and recording gear to pro audio, rentals, and repair services. Our team of musicians and industry experts lives and breathes gear, helping you build the perfect setup for your next performance, studio session, or installation. As an authorized dealer for top brands, we also offer our award-winning CHUCKSCLUSIVE line—exclusive, limited-edition instruments and collaborations recognized with the NAMM Top 100 Dealer Innovation Award for redefining what a music retail experience can be. Chuck Levin’s isn’t just a store—it’s a community built by players, engineers, and creators who share a lifelong passion for sound. Stop by our legendary Wheaton, MD showroom or contact us anytime for expert advice, product questions, or the best possible deal on your next piece of gear.