Fender Vintera II 50s Nocaster, Maple Fingerboard, Blackguard Blonde Overview
Perfectly suited for guitarists who have an enduring affection for Fender’s vintage years but want the reliable performance and affordable price point of a modern workhorse guitar, the Fender Vintera II 50s Nocaster is a seamless marriage of the past and the present.
Behold the Fender Vintera II '50s Nocaster in Blackguard Blonde — a masterpiece that brings you into Fender’s golden history. This electric guitar beckons to those with a taste for Fender’s illustrious history and a love for their Golden Era. It’s an instrument that invites every kind of guitarist, from blues enthusiasts to country pickers to rock players, to explore its broad tonal possibilities.
The Vintera II series offers today’s guitarist the timeless appeal of a 1950s Telecaster with the performance and affordability of a modern guitar. It’s the vintage-inspired workhorse you’ve been looking for.
Classic Tonewood Combination
Crafted from an alder body combined with a solid maple neck, the Fender Vintera 50s Nocaster produces a tone as rich, resonant and evocative as the decade from which it draws inspiration. From the depth of its punch to the brilliance of its clarity, every strum of this guitar promises a tonal authenticity that only Fender can craft.
Iconic Neck Profile
The early-'50s “U”-shape neck with its robust shoulders offers an authentic 1950s feel. Playing the Vintera II Nocaster takes you back in time, providing the tactile experience that mirrors one of the most sought-after electric guitars. The 7.25-inch radius fingerboard with vintage-tall frets offers an endearing, old-school touch that’s a generous canvas for expressive bends and vibrant vibratos.
Vintage Precision in Modern Performance
Under the spotlight, the vintage-style '50s pickups are where this Nocaster really shines. From crystalline chimes to raw, steely twang, these era-correct pickups offer a dynamic range of sounds, each as iconic as the next. In addition to its tonal offerings, the guitar features a vintage-style 3-saddle bridge with barrel brass saddles, finely tuned to produce authentic '50s twang with absolute precision.
Enhanced Tuning Stability
To finish off the stellar feature set of the Fender Vintera II 50s Nocaster, the vintage-style tuning machines bring to the table not just a dash of classic aesthetics but a highly functional aspect. With a finer gear ratio, these machines promise enhanced tuning stability, letting practice and perform with absolute confidence.
Finish Options
Fender present the Vintera II 50s Nocaster in two classic Fender finishes - Blackguard Blonde and 2-Colour Sunburst.
- Alder Body
- 7.25" Radius Maple Fingerboard with Vintage Tall Frets
- Early-'50s Thick "U"-Shape Neck
- Vintage-Style Early-'50s Pickups
- Vintage-Style 3-Saddle Bridge with Barrel Brass Saddles
- Vintage-Style Tuning Machines
- General:
- - Series: Vintera® II
- - Orientation: Right-Hand
- - Colour: Blackguard Blonde
- - Country of Origin: MX
- Neck:
- - Headstock: Telecaster®
- - Neck Material: Maple
- - Neck Finish: Gloss Urethane
- - Neck Shape: Thick '50s "U"
- - Neck Construction: 4-Bolt Standard
- - Fingerboard Radius: 7.25" (184.1 mm)
- - Fingerboard Material: Maple
- - Position Inlays: Black Dot
- - Side Dots: Black
- - Number of Frets: 21
- - Truss Rod: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
- - Truss Rod Nut: Vintage-Style Butt Adjust
- - String Nut: Synthetic Bone
- - Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm)
- - Nut Material: Synthetic Bone
- Body:
- - Material: Alder
- - Finish: Gloss Polyester
- - Shape: Telecaster®
- Hardware:
- - Bridge: 3-Saddle Vintage Style Tele® with Barrel Brass Saddles
- - Bridge Mounting: 4-Screw Vintage-Style
- - Pickguard: 1-Ply Parchment
- - Pickup Covers: Neck: Chrome; Bridge: Black
- - Control Knobs: Knurled Dome
- - Switch Tip: Barrel Style, Black
- - Hardware Finish: Nickel/Chrome
- - Tuning Machines: Fender® Vintage-Style
- - String Trees: Vintage-Style Disc
- - Strings: Fender® USA 250L Nickel Plated Steel (.009-.042 Gauges), PN 0730250403
- - Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Vintage-Style
- - Strap Buttons: Vintage-Style
- Electronics:
- - Bridge Pickup: Vintage-Style '50s Single-Coil Tele®
- - Neck Pickup: Vintage-Style '50s Single-Coil Tele®
- - Pickup Configuration: SS
- - Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone
- - Switching: 3-Position Blade
- Measurements:
- - Dimensions: 4.50x15.20x42.20 IN
- - Shipping Weight: 12.85 LB
- - Fret Size: Vintage Tall
- - Scale Length: 25.5" (64.77 cm)
- - Shipping Dimensions: 42.20 IN (L) x 4.50 IN (H) x 15.20 IN (W)
