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A New Spin on the American Pro Tele Thinline





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The Fender American Professional II Telecaster Thinline offers a vintage-inspired twist on the American Pro II Tele, packing all its predecessor's premium features into a high-performance guitar with a resonant semi-hollow ash body. The American Pro II Tele Thinline brandishes Tim Shaw’s latest V-Mod Tele single-coil pickups, which deliver familiar Tele twang but with enhanced clarity and focus. This electric guitar boasts off-the-charts playability thanks to its satin-finished Deep "C"-shaped neck, contoured heel joint, and 9.5-inch-radius fingerboard with bend-proof Narrow Tall frets. Furthermore, the American Pro II Tele is equipped with near-bulletproof hardware, including a "cut" 3-saddle top-load/string-through bridge with compensated saddles and staggered tuning machines. To top it off, a transparent custom-color gloss-urethane finish makes this one fine-looking instrument. Anyone on the hunt for a premium semi-hollow Tele will be pleasantly inspired by the Fender American Professional II Telecaster Thinline.





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The new standard for professional instruments





After the wild success of the original American Professional Stratocaster, Fender's team of designers dedicated themselves to improving on the design. The resulting American Professional II Telecaster Thinline features several improvements and upgrades that push the classic design to new heights. V-Mod II Telecaster single-coil pickups dish out signature Tele spank and twang with added detail. The upgraded "cut" 3-saddle top-load/string-through bridge has a classic look with enhanced flexibility for setting individual string tension to achieve perfect intonation. Factor in the all-new "Super-Natural" neck finish, and the Fender American Professional II Telecaster Thinline sets the tone for what a professional-level instrument should look, sound, and feel like.





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Upgraded pickups promote clarity





For the American Professional II Telecaster Thinline, Fender's pickup guru, Tim Shaw, created a new breed of V-Mod single-coil pickups. The V-Mod II Tele single-coils have a vintage voice with modern clarity that players will appreciate. And the volume mod circuit lets you pull back on the gain knob without sacrificing top end, making it incredibly versatile onstage. Run it through your grittiest dirt pedals or your cleanest amp, and the Fender American Professional II Telecaster Thinline will sound right at home.





Custom Shop-influenced neck





The Deep "C" neck profile that you'll find on the Fender American Professional II Telecaster Thinline is a slight upgrade from the Fender American neck players who have been in love with it for years. By adding a touch more roundness to the back contour, the Deep "C" carve fills your hand perfectly while never inhibiting your technique. For added playing comfort, the back of the neck is finished in Fender's "Super-Natural" satin finish that feels fast and inviting. Your fingers will immediately notice how much control they have on the fretboard's Narrow Tall frets. For good reason, this fret wire is the most requested size at the Fender Custom Shop.





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Fender American Professional II Telecaster Thinline Electric Guitar Features:


Updated and upgraded Telecaster Thinline for the performing musician


V-Mod II single-coil pickups provide classic Tele twang with greater articulation


3-saddle top-load/string-through bridge has a classic look with enhanced flexibility


Satin-finished maple neck feels fast and responsive


Deep "C" neck profile sits securely in your hand


Contoured neck heel enhances comfort when playing in the upper register


Narrow Tall frets play effortlessly


Transparent custom-color finish