Fender Vintera® III Mid '60s Telecaster® - 3-Color Sunburst  

Stepping into the mid-1960s was a pivotal moment for the Telecaster, and the Vintera® III Mid '60s Telecaster® brings that golden era straight to your hands. This isn't just a reissue; it’s a soulful recreation of the grit and glitter that defined a decade of music. Whether you are chasing the punchy snap of an alder body or the resonance of ash, this guitar is built to deliver that unmistakable Fender chime with crystal-clear articulation. It’s the kind of instrument that makes you want to dig in and find those bright, cutting tones that icons like Muddy Waters and Mike Bloomfield used to reshape the blues and rock landscape.  

The magic really happens in the neck and electronics. You get an authentic mid '60s "C"-shaped maple neck that feels like a well-worn favorite the second you wrap your hand around it. Paired with a period-correct 7.25" radius and vintage-tall frets, it offers a playing experience that is both nostalgic and supremely comfortable. Under the hood, two meticulously voiced vintage-style '60s single-coil pickups provide all the twang and bite you could ever need, while the threaded steel saddles on the bridge ensure your sustain and "spank" are historically accurate.

Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?

Palen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.

Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!

Decade-Defining Tone: Dual vintage-style mid '60s single-coil pickups capture the legendary "twang" and "bite" that put Fender on the map.

Period-Correct Comfort: The authentic mid '60s "C" neck profile and 7.25" radius fingerboard provide a nostalgic, "broken-in" feel for effortless playing.

Premium Tonewoods: A classic combination of an ash or alder body paired with a maple neck offers punchy lows and sparkling highs.

Vintage Aesthetics: From the threaded steel bridge saddles to the nickel/chrome hardware, every detail screams 1960s cool.

Ready for the Road: Includes a Fender Deluxe Gig Bag to keep your vintage-inspired treasure safe between sessions.

Body Wood: Ash or Alder

Neck Wood: Maple

Left/Right Handed: Right

Fretboard Wood: Maple

Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)

Fretboard Radius: 7.25" (184.1 mm)

Fretboard Inlay/Material: Black Dots

Neck Profile: Mid '60s "C"

Finish: Gloss Polyester (Body), Gloss Urethane (Neck)

Hardware: Nickel/Chrome

Tuners: Fender® Vintage-Style

Neck Pickup: Vintage-Style Mid '60s Single-Coil Tele®

Bridge Pickup: Vintage-Style Mid '60s Single-Coil Tele®

Electronics: Master Volume, Master Tone, 3-Position Blade

Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage Style Tele® with Threaded Steel Saddles

Manufacturer Part Number: 0149272300

Depth at 1st Fret: .825"

Depth at 12th Fret: .964"