The perfect blend of vintage charm and modern performance – the American Professional Classic HotShot Telecaster.

Under the hood, vintage-inspired Coastline ’63 Telecaster and '57 Stratocaster pickups deliver depth, punch and sparkle while the sleek Modern "C" neck provides exceptional comfort and playability. Fender Staggered ClassicGear tuners provide classic looks and precise tuning stability. Boasting custom-faded vintage and signature Fender finishes, this professional-grade instrument looks as good as it sounds.

From studio to stage, The American Professional Classic HotShot Telecaster All the soul of a golden-era Fender, evolved for today’s player.

Alder Body

A classic Fender tonewood known for resonance, punch and clarity. Alder has a balanced and lively tone with beefy mids and a robust low-end.

Faded Classic And Signature Fender Finishes

Each instrument is available in signature Fender colors and faded classic finishes that recreate the well-loved patina of vintage guitars.

Coastline ’63 Telecaster And Coastline '57 Stratocaster Pickups

Based on Fender’s Pure Vintage designs, Coastline ’63 Telecaster and ’57 Stratocaster pickups are slightly overwound to deliver enhanced Fender warmth, chime and punch

Modern "C"-Shaped Neck With 9.5" Radius Fingerboard And Medium Jumbo Frets

The Modern "C"-shaped neck delivers a comfortable playing experience with its smooth, ergonomic profile. The 9.5”-radius fingerboard with medium jumbo frets provides fast fretting and easy playability.

Vintage Style Hardware And Staggered Classicgear Tuners

Pure in form and function, the vintage-style synchronized tremolo provides classic vibrato. Staggered ClassicGear tuners combine classic Fender looks with modern precision.

Greasebucket Tone System

The uniquely engineered Greasebucket Tone System tames treble frequencies without sacrificing gain or adding unwanted bass, preserving carefully crafted sound. Unlike traditional tone controls, this sophisticated circuit maintains clarity and definition even when rolled back.

Features

• Series : American Professional Classic
• Orientation : Right-Hand
• Color : Butterscotch Blonde

Neck

• Neck Material : Maple
• Neck Finish : Satin Urethane
• Neck Shape : Modern "C"
• Fingerboard Radius : 9.5" (241 mm)
• Fingerboard Material : Rosewood
• Position Inlays : Black Dot
• Number of Frets : 22
• Truss Rod : Standard
• Truss Rod Nut : 1/8" American Series
• String Nut : Synthetic Bone
• Nut Width : 1.685" (42.8 mm)
• Nut Material : Synthetic Bone

Body

• Body : Alder
• Body Finish : Gloss Urethane
• Body Shape : Telecaster
• Body Style : Solid Body
• Body Material : Alder

Hardware

• Bridge : 3-Saddle Vintage-Style Strings-Through-Body Tele with Slotted Brass Barrel Saddles
• Pickguard : 1-Ply Black
• Pickup Covers : Neck: Chrome; Bridge: None
• Control Knobs : Knurled Flat-Top
• Switch Tip : Barrel Style
• Hardware Finish : Nickel/Chrome
• Tuning Machines : Fender ClassicGear Staggered
• String Trees : Dual-Wing
• Strings : Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403
• Neck Plate : 4-Bolt
• Strap Buttons : Vintage-Style

Electronics

• Bridge Pickup : Coastline '63 Single-Coil Telecaster
• Middle Pickup : Coastline '57 Single-Coil Stratocaster RWRP
• Neck Pickup : Coastline '63 Single-Coil Telecaster
• Pickup Configuration : SS
• Controls : Master Volume, Master Tone
• Switching : 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup

Measurements

• Dimensions : 6.00x17.00x42.00 IN
• Fret Size : Medium Jumbo
• Scale Length : 25.5" (64.77 cm)

Accessories

• Case Included (Yes/No) : Yes
• Included : Deluxe Gig Bag
• Saddle Height Wrench : .050" Hex (Allen) Wrench
• Truss Rod Wrench : 1/8" Hex (Allen)