{"product_id":"fender-vintera-iii-late-50s-telecaster-butterscotch-blonde","title":"Fender Vintera III Late '50s Telecaster; Butterscotch Blonde","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFender Vintera III Late '50s Telecaster; Butterscotch Blonde\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eA period-accurate recreation of the definitive late-1950s workhorse, optimised for traditional feel and classic single-coil bite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe Fender Vintera III series represents a dedicated effort to preserve the legacy of the instruments that defined the '50s, '60s, and '70s. By analysing historical blueprints and sonic profiles, this series provides musicians with an authentic vintage experience that maintains the structural integrity required for modern professional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe Vintera III Late '50s Telecaster utilises a choice of an ash or alder body, paired with a solid 1-piece maple neck. This combination is central to the model's signature resonance and clarity. The neck is carved to an authentic late '50s \"V\" profile, featuring a \u003cspan class=\"math-inline\" data-math='7.25\"' data-index-in-node=\"267\"\u003e7.25\"\u003c\/span\u003e radius fingerboard and vintage-tall frets to mirror the tactile response of the original era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVintage-Voiced Electronics \u0026amp; Hardware\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLate '50s Spec Pickups:\u003c\/b\u003e Two meticulously voiced single-coil pickups designed to replicate the bright, cutting, and highly articulate \"twang\" of the late 1950s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e3-Saddle String-Through Bridge:\u003c\/b\u003e Features period-correct steel barrel saddles, essential for achieving the specific sustain and harmonic resonance associated with early Telecaster models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePeriod-Correct Tuning Machines:\u003c\/b\u003e Vintage-style hardware provides a classic aesthetic while offering precise gear ratios for enhanced tuning stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClassic Chassis \u0026amp; Ergonomics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLate '50s \"V\" Neck Profile:\u003c\/b\u003e A historically accurate neck shape that provides a substantial yet comfortable grip, favoured by players who prefer a traditional thumb-over position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthentic Tonewood Selection:\u003c\/b\u003e The use of ash or alder ensures a balanced tonal foundation with a focus on punchy low-mids and crystalline highs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVintage-Tall Frets:\u003c\/b\u003e Offers the look of traditional small frets but with added height, allowing for more controlled string bending and vibrato without sacrificing the vintage feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe Vintera III Late '50s Telecaster is engineered for players who demand the specific aesthetic and sonic nuances of Fender's formative years. Built with a focus on durability and tonal purity, it serves as a versatile tool for studio recording and live performance, delivering the legendary \"spirit of '58\" with contemporary reliability.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58025107620221,"sku":"014-9192-350","price":1099.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0486\/1870\/0962\/files\/0149192350_fen_ins_frt_1_rr2002.jpg?v=1775826211","url":"https:\/\/www.bonnersmusic.co.uk\/products\/fender-vintera-iii-late-50s-telecaster-butterscotch-blonde","provider":"Bonners Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}