Fender Player II Telecaster Electric Guitar - Rosewood Fingerboard, British Racing Green

Fender Player II Telecaster Electric Guitar: FAQ

What music styles is the Fender Player II Telecaster good for?
The Player II Telecaster is well suited to country, rock, blues, indie, pop and other styles. Its Player Series Alnico V single-coil pickups provide the clarity, attack and dynamic response associated with the Telecaster design.

Who is the Fender Player II Telecaster designed for?
The Player II Telecaster is designed for players who want classic Telecaster sound with modern playability. Its Modern C neck, 9.5" fingerboard radius and 22 medium-jumbo frets provide familiar proportions for rhythm playing, lead work and a range of contemporary styles.

What pickups are in the Fender Player II Telecaster?
The Player II Telecaster features a pair of Player Series Alnico V Tele single-coil pickups. A 3-way blade switch provides bridge, bridge-and-neck and neck pickup settings for accessing a range of classic Telecaster sounds.

For more than 70 years, the Fender Telecaster has earned its place as one of the world's most iconic electric guitars, prized for its unmistakable style, versatile tone and road-tested reliability. The Fender Player II Telecaster continues that legacy with modern refinements that enhance comfort, playability and performance while staying true to the character that made the original a legend. Finished in a striking Guitar Center Exclusive British Racing Green, it pairs a resonant alder body with Player Series Alnico 5 single-coil pickups for the crisp twang, articulate bite and dynamic response Telecasters are known for. A Modern C maple neck with a slab rosewood fingerboard, 22 medium-jumbo frets and a contemporary 9.5" radius delivers a smooth, familiar playing experience, while the upgraded six-saddle string-through-body bridge provides precise intonation, improved sustain and dependable tuning stability for today's players.

Classic Alder Body and Exclusive British Racing Green Finish

The Player II Telecaster's alder body provides the balanced resonance and articulate response that have made it a favorite across virtually every style of music, creating a versatile tonal foundation for the guitar's unmistakable single-coil voice. Finished in a high-gloss British Racing Green available exclusively at Guitar Center, this deep, rich emerald finish draws inspiration from classic British motorsports while giving one of Fender's most enduring designs a refined new look. A classic three-ply black/white/black pickguard provides a timeless finishing touch, complementing the exclusive finish with the unmistakable styling that has defined the Telecaster for generations.

Modern C Maple Neck for Fast, Comfortable Playability

The Player II's Modern C maple neck is designed to feel immediately comfortable in the hand, making long rehearsals, performances and practice sessions effortless. Its satin urethane finish allows smooth position shifts, while the slab rosewood fingerboard adds warmth and a familiar playing feel. A contemporary 9.5" fingerboard radius and 22 medium-jumbo frets make bends easier and provide extra room for expressive lead playing without sacrificing the comfortable feel players expect from a Fender. Together, these modern refinements create a neck that's equally at home with rhythm work, intricate lead lines and everything in between.

Player Series Pickups for Authentic Telecaster Tone

A pair of Player Series Alnico 5 single-coil pickups delivers the unmistakable voice that has defined the Telecaster for generations. The bridge pickup produces the bright twang, cutting attack and articulate snap that make a Tele shine in the mix, while the neck pickup adds warmth and clarity for smooth rhythm playing and expressive leads. A traditional three-way blade switch, along with straightforward Master Volume and Master Tone controls, provides quick access to a wide range of classic Telecaster sounds with the simplicity players have relied on for decades.

Six-Saddle String-Through Bridge for Precision and Stability

The Player II Telecaster's six-saddle string-through-body bridge brings modern precision to one of Fender's most enduring designs. Individual block steel saddles allow accurate intonation for every string while enhancing sustain and note definition, giving players the flexibility to dial in a more precise setup than traditional three-saddle Tele bridges. Fender ClassicGear tuning machines and a synthetic bone nut provide smooth tuning performance and dependable stability, helping the guitar stay in tune through long rehearsals, recording sessions and live performances.

A Timeless Telecaster Designed for Today's Players

The Fender Player II Telecaster blends timeless Fender style with thoughtful modern refinements designed for today's musicians. From its resonant alder body and Guitar Center Exclusive British Racing Green finish to its comfortable Modern C neck and Player Series Alnico V pickups, every detail is crafted to deliver the unmistakable sound and feel of a Telecaster with enhanced playability and performance. Whether you're chasing country twang, blues bite, indie chime or classic rock rhythm tones, the Player II Telecaster is built to inspire for years to come.