Like the three-pickup Stratocaster that followed it in 1954, the Telecaster is a versatile guitar and has been used in many genres, including country, reggae, rock, pop, folk, soul, blues, jazz, punk, metal, alternative, indie rock, and R&B.
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From country twangers to heavy metal shredders, the best Telecasters have found their way into the hands of every type of guitar player imaginable. For me personally, such is its versatility that a Telecaster is all the guitar I’ll ever need.
Whether you’re setting your sites on your very first Tele or hunting down a specialized version for a growing collection, this guide will help you sort out which of the many Telecaster variations from Fender is right for your needs.
From bargain Squiers to the highest-quality American-made works of art, the Telecaster has a remarkable knack for combining effortless playability with an eclectic array of tones. If you want a brilliant all-rounder, then I suggest you take a look at the Fender Player II Telecaster.
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From creating the most recorded guitar of all time — the Telecaster — to crafting cult classics such as the Jazzmaster and the Jaguar, Fender has a guitar for just about every type of player.
A Guide to the Fender Telecaster The Fender Telecaster is the essence of what an electric guitar is, stripped down to only the essentials—wood, strings, pickups and basic controls.