Fender Classic Player Baja Telecaster 2007 - 2018 - Blonde

When Fender Custom Shop Master Builder Christopher Fleming designed the Classic Player Baja Telecaster, he didn't just build a guitar—he created a modern classic that punches way above its weight class. Marrying vintage-era vibe with a "dream list" of player-centric modifications, this instrument quickly earned a reputation as a secret weapon for working musicians. At Palen Music Center, we love guitars that tell a story, and the Baja Telecaster pays homage to the legendary 1950s workhorses that started it all, while giving you the horsepower needed for today's stages.

The foundation of this Telecaster is its solid ash body, finished in a timeless translucent Blonde that shows off the beautiful wood grain beneath. Paired with a one-piece maple neck cut to a substantial, comfortable soft "V" profile, it delivers the snappier attack and ringing sustain that defined early American roots music. Whether you are channeling the soulful country licks of Vince Gill or the driving rock rhythms of Bruce Springsteen, the resonance of this classic tonewood combination rings out clear and true.

What truly sets the Baja apart is its incredible electronics vault. Standard Teles give you two great options, but this machine boasts a Custom Shop Twisted Tele neck pickup for a touch of Strat-like airiness and a Custom Shop Broadcaster bridge pickup for that unmistakable vintage bite. Controlled by a specialized 4-way blade selector and an S-1 switch built right into the volume knob, you can run the pickups in series for a fat, high-output humbucker-like tone, or throw them out-of-phase for a funky, hollowed-out spank. It’s a studio monster disguised as an old-school classic!

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.

Highlights

• Custom Shop DNA: Designed by Fender Custom Shop Master Builder Christopher Fleming for premium performance at an accessible value.
• Premium Ash Body: Gives you the classic, resonant tone and striking looks of a vintage '50s Fender instrument.
• Authentic Soft "V" Neck: Provides a classic, meaty feel that sits perfectly in your hand for effortless rhythm and lead work.
• Custom Shop Single-Coils: Features a "Twisted" Tele neck pickup and a Broadcaster bridge pickup for top-shelf clarity and bite.
• S-1 Switching System: A hidden 4-way switch and push-pot expands your palette to include fat series tones and out-of-phase wiring.

Specifications

• Body Wood: Ash
• Neck Wood: Maple
• Left/Right Handed: Right
• Fretboard Wood: Maple
• Scale Length: 25.5"
• Fretboard Radius: 9.5"
• Fretboard Inlay/Material: Black Dots
• Neck Profile: Soft "V"
• Finish: Gloss Polyester
• Hardware: Chrome
• Tuners: Vintage-Style Tuning Machines
• Neck Pickup: Custom Shop "Twisted" Tele Single-Coil
• Bridge Pickup: Custom Shop Broadcaster Single-Coil
• Electronics: Master Volume (with S-1 Switch), Master Tone, 4-Position Blade Selector Switch
• Bridge: 3-Saddle American Vintage Strings-Through-Body Tele with Brass Saddles
• Manufacturer Part Number: 014-1502-307
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Condition: Excellent. Light wear typical of a gently used instrument. Light surface scratches, scuffs, etc.

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

This item includes everything pictured.

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