Fender American Vintage II 1951 Telecaster Butterscotch Blonde

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The American Vintage II series brings Fender's icons from the 50s, 60s, and 70s back. And when Fender says "vintage," they don’t just mean the look. They actually build the instruments exactly to the specifications of the original models that have inspired musicians across all genres for generations.

The Fender American Vintage II series not only visually follows the historic designs that made music history. Many era-typical details have been precisely reproduced: bodies, necks, and hardware, premium finishes, as well as pickups carefully tuned to the tone of the original model year. Thanks to traditional Fender craftsmanship, each instrument embodies the authentic character and sound of its respective original model.

The 1951 Telecaster

With its ash body in Butterscotch Blonde, the American Vintage II 1951 Telecaster matches the original both sonically and visually. The neck made of Hard Rock Maple features the robust '51 U-profile and plays beautifully. The 7.25" fretboard is fitted with Vintage Tall frets. Typical for the 1951 production year is the tight dot spacing at the 12th fret. Historically accurate details also include the slotted screw for the truss rod adjustment, a bridge with three brass saddles, and the tuning machines with "Fender Deluxe" tuners. Pure Vintage '51 Telecaster pickups deliver the coveted Tele twang and authentic Fender style.

Glossy Nitrocellulose Finish

Nitrocellulose lacquer was used on Fender guitars and basses in the 50s and 60s. A very lightweight premium finish that does not impair but rather supports the instrument’s natural resonance properties.

Ash Body

Ash features beautiful grain and develops a very musical resonance. The wood supports a warm, clear tone with clean highs and punchy mids.

Maple Fretboard with 7.25" Radius

The 7.25" radius fretboard offers a comfortable "typical vintage" playing feel. The Vintage Tall frets facilitate precise bending.

1951 U-Neck Profile

The neck profiles of vintage instruments vary significantly. This is because Fender developed several variations over the decades. Each instrument in the American Vintage II series is equipped with the exact neck profile of the original model.

Pure Vintage '51 Telecaster Pickups

The Pure Vintage pickups are precisely designed and tuned to the sound and performance of the original model year. Their construction and materials are identical to the pickups from Fender’s golden years, using cloth-covered wires, vulcanized fiber bobbins, and Alnico magnets.

The American Vintage II series brings classic Fender models back in their original form. Ideal for musicians who love vintage tone and feel and appreciate top quality down to the last screw.

Fender American Vintage II. The Stuff Legends Are Made Of!