Fender Hybrid II Tele SH RW BLK

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Fender Hybrid II Tele SH RW BLK

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Hybrid II Tele SH RW BLK

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 597995
Brand: Fender
Model: Hybrid II Tele SH RW BLK
Price: $1,538.90

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This Hybrid II Tele is a really solid option for players who want a Telecaster vibe with some serious tonal flexibility. The humbucker in the neck position gives it a modern edge, while the single-coil bridge retains that classic Tele bite. It's a premium-priced instrument that balances vintage charm with modern playability, making it ideal for gigging musicians and studio players.

Product Description

  • Fender Hybrid II Tele SH RW BLK
  • Electric Guitar
  • Body: Alder
  • Bolt-on neck: Maple
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • White dot fingerboard inlays
  • Neck profile: Modern C
  • Nut width: 42 mm
  • Fingerboard radius: 241 mm
  • Scale: 648 mm
  • 22 Narrow tall frets
  • Pickup: Hybrid II Custom Voiced Telecaster Single Coil (bridge) und Hybrid II Custom Voiced Humbucker (neck)
  • Master volume control
  • Master tone control with push/pull function for coil split
  • 3-Way switch
  • Pickguard: Three-ply mint green
  • 3-Saddle vintage-style bridge with string-through-body and slanted brass "barrel" saddles
  • Hardware: Nickel/Chrome
  • Vintage-style locking machine heads
  • Strings: Nickel Plated Steel (.009 - .042)
  • Colour: Black
  • Includes gig bag
  • Made in Japan
PROS
  • • Alder body provides a balanced, resonant tone with excellent sustain.
  • • Modern C neck profile offers comfortable playability for a wide range of players.
  • • Hybrid II pickups deliver a versatile palette from twang to thick humbucker crunch.
  • • String-through-body design enhances sustain and improves overall resonance.
CONS
  • • The bolt-on neck, while practical, lacks the integrated resonance of a set-neck design.
  • • Rosewood fretboards can be prone to drying and cracking if not properly maintained.
  • • The three-ply mint green pickguard might not appeal to players seeking a more understated aesthetic.

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Key Features

Body Material Alder
Neck Material Maple
Fingerboard Rosewood
Pickups Hybrid II Custom Voiced Telecaster Single Coil (bridge) & Hybrid II Custom Voiced Humbucker (neck)
Scale Length 648 mm (25.5 inches)
Frets 22 Narrow Tall
Bridge 3-Saddle Vintage-Style with String-Through-Body
Weight Approximately 8.5 lbs (3.9 kg)

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Frequently Asked Questions

Coil-splitting the humbucker gives you a more Fender-like single-coil tone, broadening the guitar’s sonic palette and allowing for cleaner sounds.
The Modern C profile is generally comfortable for a variety of hand sizes, but it’s not a super thick neck – players preferring a D or U shape might find it slightly thinner.
The string-through design generally provides improved sustain and a tighter low-end response compared to a standard Tele bridge, contributing to a more focused tone.

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