The Tele, Reimagined & Hot-Rodded
Take a classic Telecaster—the undisputed workhorse of stages and studios for over 70 years—and drop in a full-throttle, three-pickup engine. That’s the electrifying idea behind the Fender American Professional Classic Hotshot Telecaster. This axe pairs the timeless snap and feel of an alder body Tele with the expanded tonal universe of a Strat®, giving you a guitar that truly does it all with style and authority.
Your Entire Tone Arsenal in One Guitar
The magic is in the pickup configuration. You get two Coastline ’63 Single-Coil Tele® pickups in the neck and bridge, which are slightly overwound for a bit more punch and warmth than a vintage set. In the middle, a Coastline ’57 Single-Coil Strat® pickup with a reverse-wound/reverse-polarity design delivers those iconic, glassy “in-between” sounds. The 5-way switch unlocks everything from biting Tele twang to warm, jazzy neck tones and all the funky, chiming quack in between.
Modern Feel, Classic Vibe
This isn’t just a tone monster; it’s built for the modern player. The Modern “C” neck profile is that perfect, crowd-pleasing shape that feels right at home from the first chord. Combined with a 9.5″ radius maple fingerboard and 22 medium-jumbo frets, you get a buttery-smooth playing surface that’s effortless for both chording and single-note runs. The satin neck finish ensures you’ll never get stuck, no matter how heated the gig gets.
Rock-Solid & Stage-Ready
Fender dialed in the details to make this a reliable pro-level instrument. The vintage-style 3-saddle bridge features slotted brass barrel saddles, enhancing the guitar’s natural resonance and sustain for a lively, ringing tone. Up top, Fender’s ClassicGear™ staggered tuners provide modern tuning stability with a classic look, ensuring you’re always in tune. Dressed in a stunning Faded Lake Placid Blue and finished with a classic 4-ply tortoiseshell pickguard, this Tele has the looks to match its incredible sonic versatility.
