Fender American Ultra Luxe Vintage 50s Telecaster MN – Butterscotch Blonde
A Luxe Take on the Original Workhorse
The Fender American Ultra Luxe Vintage 50s Telecaster MN – Butterscotch Blonde blends the timeless style of Fender’s very first solid-body electric with modern refinements built for today’s players. Its ash body finished in aged Heirloom nitro lacquer not only looks authentically vintage but also enhances resonance and sustain, while Ultra body contours and a sculpted neck heel bring exceptional comfort and upper-fret access.
With its Pure Vintage ’51 pickups, S-1 switching, stainless-steel frets, and deluxe hardware, this Telecaster combines golden-era tone with cutting-edge performance.
Key Features
🎸 Ash Body with Heirloom Nitro Finish – Classic Butterscotch Blonde lacquer with superior resonance.
🌲 Quartersawn Maple Neck with Augmented “D” Profile – Stable, smooth, and shaped for comfort.
🎹 Maple Fingerboard, 10”–14” Compound Radius – Effortless chording and bending across the fretboard.
🎼 22 Medium Jumbo Stainless Steel Frets – Long-lasting durability and precision intonation.
🔊 Pickups:
- 2 x Pure Vintage ’51 Telecaster Single-Coils – Iconic twang with extra clarity and punch.
⚡ S-1 Switching System – Adds series wiring for thicker, more powerful tones.
🪕 Tele Bridge with Chromed Brass Saddles – Vintage tone and modern stability.
🔩 Deluxe Locking Tuners – Rock-solid tuning and quick string changes.
🏆 Made in the USA – Built with premium craftsmanship in Fender’s Corona factory.
Pure Vintage ’51 Telecaster Tone
The Pure Vintage ’51 single-coils deliver the unmistakable snap, twang, and bite that made the Telecaster famous. With the added S-1 switch, you can engage series wiring in any position, giving you a fatter, more powerful sound that expands the guitar’s tonal versatility beyond traditional Tele territory.
Ultra Luxe Playability
The quartersawn maple neck with Augmented “D” profile strikes a perfect balance between vintage feel and modern comfort. Its compound-radius maple fingerboard (10”–14”) makes rhythm work smooth down low and bends effortless higher up, while ultra-rolled edges provide a broken-in feel. Paired with 22 stainless-steel frets, this Tele is built for flawless playability and long-term performance.
Premium Hardware
A Tele bridge with chromed brass saddles offers the ideal blend of resonance and stability, while deluxe locking tuners keep tuning rock-solid even during demanding performances. The sculpted heel and Ultra contours ensure comfort, making this Tele ready for both stage and studio.
Specifications
- Model Name: Fender American Ultra Luxe Vintage 50s Telecaster MN – Butterscotch Blonde
- Body Material: Ash
- Body Finish: Heirloom Nitrocellulose Lacquer, Butterscotch Blonde
- Neck: Quartersawn Maple, Augmented “D” Profile, Satin Finish
- Fingerboard: Maple, Compound Radius 10”–14”
- Frets: 22, Medium Jumbo Stainless Steel
- Pickups: 2 x Pure Vintage ’51 Telecaster Single-Coils
- Controls: Master Volume (with S-1 Switch), Master Tone
- Switching: 3-Position Blade
- Bridge: Telecaster with Chromed Brass Saddles
- Tuners: Deluxe Locking
- Hardware: Nickel/Chrome
- Pickguard: 1-Ply Eggshell
- Scale Length: 25.5” (648 mm)
- Nut Width: 42 mm (1.65”), Bone
- Case Included: Deluxe Hardshell Case
- Country of Origin: USA
Why Choose the Fender Ultra Luxe 50s Tele?
✅ Timeless 50s Styling – Butterscotch Blonde finish with ash body and nitro lacquer.
✅ Vintage-Accurate Tone – Pure Vintage ’51 pickups deliver authentic Tele sound.
✅ Expanded Sonic Range – S-1 switching unlocks fat series wiring tones.
✅ Modern Comfort – Compound radius, stainless-steel frets, and Augmented “D” neck.
✅ Professional Hardware – Locking tuners, sculpted heel, and brass saddles.
A Telecaster with Vintage Soul and Modern Power
The Fender American Ultra Luxe Vintage 50s Telecaster MN – Butterscotch Blonde is a guitar that celebrates Fender’s earliest designs while pushing them into the modern era. With its combination of authentic 50s tone and cutting-edge features, it’s a Telecaster built for professional players who demand nothing but the best.
