Fender American Professional Classic
HotShot Telecaster Electric Guitar
All the soul of a golden-era Fender, evolved for today’s player
The Fender American Professional Classic HotShot Telecaster combines vintage inspiration with cutting-edge versatility, offering a bold reinterpretation of Fenders most iconic solid-body design. Crafted in the USA, this professional-grade Tele delivers classic Fender tone and feel, reimagined with refined electronics, sleek playability, and unmistakable retro appeal. Whether on stage or in the studio, the HotShot Telecaster stands as a tribute to timeless design and modern precision.
Under the hood, a combination of Coastline ’63 Telecaster and ’57 Stratocaster pickups provides an exceptional tonal range from snappy twang to bell-like clarity while the Greasebucket tone circuit maintains articulation even when rolling off highs. The Modern C neck with a satin urethane finish offers a comfortable and familiar grip, paired with a 9.5 radius rosewood fingerboard and Medium Jumbo frets for effortless bending and expressive control. Vintage-style hardware, including a 3-saddle Tele bridge with brass barrel saddles and ClassicGear staggered tuners, enhances tuning stability and sustain while preserving authentic Fender style. With its custom-faded finish and distinct pickup combination, the HotShot Telecaster captures the spirit of a classic with the flexibility of a modern performer.
Key Features
- Coastline ’63 Telecaster and ’57 Stratocaster Pickups Delivers the best of both worlds: classic Tele twang with Strat sparkle and midrange depth.
- Modern C Neck Profile Smooth satin-finished maple neck with a 9.5″ radius fingerboard and Medium Jumbo frets for superb comfort and playability.
- Greasebucket Tone System Rolls off highs without adding bass, maintaining clarity across the tonal spectrum.
- Vintage Hardware Features a 3-saddle Tele bridge with slotted brass saddles and ClassicGear staggered tuners for enhanced stability and vintage appeal.
- Gloss Urethane Finish Showcases Fenders signature craftsmanship with a smooth, durable, and visually stunning surface.
- Deluxe Gig Bag Included Provides lightweight, protective portability for travel and performance.
Specifications
- Series: American Professional Classic
- Body Material: Alder
- Body Finish: Gloss Urethane
- Body Shape: Telecaster
- Neck Material: Maple
- Neck Finish: Satin Urethane
- Neck Shape: Modern C
- Scale Length: 25.5″ (648 mm)
- Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
- Fingerboard Radius: 9.5″ (241 mm)
- Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo
- Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
- Nut Width: 1.685″ (42.8 mm)
- Position Inlays: White Dots
- Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage-Style Strings-Through-Body Tele with Slotted Brass Barrel Saddles
- Pickguard: 4-Ply Tortoiseshell
- Pickups: Coastline ’63 Single-Coil Telecaster (Neck and Bridge), Coastline ’57 Single-Coil Stratocaster (Middle RWRP)
- Pickup Configuration: SSS
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
- Switching: 5-Position Blade (Bridge / Bridge + Middle / Middle / Middle + Neck / Neck)
- Tuning Machines: Fender ClassicGear Staggered
- Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
- Strings: Fender USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042)
- Case/Gig Bag: Deluxe Gig Bag Included
- Country of Origin: USA
Why Choose
The Fender American Professional Classic HotShot Telecaster stands as a modern evolution of an industry legend. Its distinctive pickup pairing, comfortable playability, and timeless Fender craftsmanship make it a standout instrument for players seeking both vintage tone and contemporary versatility a true workhorse for studio and stage alike.
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