Quick Product Summary
The Fender Acoustasonic Player Telecaster in Brushed Black combines familiar Telecaster playability with acoustic resonance and flexible amplified tones, creating a highly adaptable instrument for live performance, recording and songwriting.
Built in Ensenada, Mexico, it features a hollow mahogany body with a solid Sitka spruce top, mahogany Modern Deep C neck and rosewood fingerboard. Fender's Acoustasonic Noiseless magnetic pickup works alongside a Fishman under-saddle transducer and Acoustic Engine to provide six acoustic and electric voices, controlled through an intuitive three-way selector and Blend knob.
What Makes the Fender Acoustasonic Player Telecaster Special?
The Acoustasonic Player Telecaster is designed to move naturally between acoustic and electric territory without requiring a player to change instruments. Fender's patented Stringed Instrument Resonance System helps the hollow Telecaster-inspired body produce genuine acoustic resonance and projection, while the solid Sitka spruce top gives the instrument an organic response whether it is plugged in or played acoustically.
Its Fender and Fishman-designed electronics significantly expand that foundation. The combination of an under-saddle transducer and Fender Acoustasonic Noiseless magnetic pickup provides six distinct voices, while the Blend control makes it easy to move between complementary sounds. The result is a versatile instrument equally comfortable producing acoustic textures, electric tones or combinations of the two.
Who Is It For?
The Acoustasonic Player Telecaster is ideal for singers, songwriters, gigging musicians and recording players who regularly need access to both acoustic and electric sounds.
Its familiar Fender neck, comfortable body dimensions and straightforward controls also make it particularly useful for electric guitarists looking to introduce convincing acoustic-style tones without moving to a traditional full-depth acoustic guitar.
For live performers, its ability to cover several tonal roles from one instrument can help simplify stage setups and reduce the number of guitars required for a varied set.
At A Glance
| Feature | Details |
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| Brand | Fender |
| Model | Acoustasonic Player Telecaster |
| Product Code | 0972213239 |
| Condition | New |
| Finish | Brushed Black |
| Body Style | Modified Telecaster |
| Top | Solid Sitka Spruce |
| Body | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Scale Length | 25.5" |
| Frets | 22 Narrow Tall |
| Pickup System | Under-Saddle Piezo / Acoustasonic Noiseless |
| Voices | 6 |
| Country of Manufacture | Mexico |
What’s Included?
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Fender Acoustasonic Player Telecaster
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Deluxe Fender 1225 Gig Bag
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Factory documentation
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Truss rod adjustment tool
Technical Specifications
Body
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Body Shape: Modified Telecaster
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Body Material: Mahogany
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Body Back: Mahogany
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Body Sides: Mahogany
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Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
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Body Finish: Polyester Satin Matte
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Finish: Brushed Black
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Bracing: Transverse
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Cutaway: Yes
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Sound Port: WaterFall Sound Port
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Purfling: Black / Cream / Black
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Rosette: 2-Ring Black / White / Black
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Body Depth: 1.75" / 44.45mm
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Body Length: 16.54" / 420.1mm
Neck
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Neck Material: Mahogany
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Neck Shape: Modern Deep C
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Neck Finish: Satin Urethane
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Fingerboard Material: Rosewood
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Fingerboard Radius: 12"
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Scale Length: 25.5" / 648mm
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Number of Frets: 22
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Fret Size: Narrow Tall
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Position Inlays: White Dots
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Nut: Graph Tech TUSQ
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Nut Width: 1.6875" / 42.86mm
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Truss Rod: Bi-Flex
Electronics
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Magnetic Pickup: Fender Acoustasonic Noiseless
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Acoustic Pickup: Fishman Under-Saddle Transducer
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Pickup Configuration: Under-Saddle Piezo / Magnetic
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Acoustic Engine: Fender and Fishman Designed
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Available Voices: 6
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Controls: Master Volume, Blend Knob
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Selector: 3-Way Switch
Controls & Voices
The streamlined three-way selector provides access to three pairs of complementary voices.
The Blend knob allows the player to move between the two voices assigned to each switch position or create combinations between them, providing six core acoustic and electric sounds without a complicated control layout.
Hardware
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Bridge: Modern Asymmetrical
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Bridge Pins: Graph Tech TUSQ
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Tuning Machines: Fender Standard Cast/Sealed Staggered
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Hardware Finish: Chrome
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Pickguard: None
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Strap Buttons: American Series
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Factory Strings: Fender Dura-Tone 860CL Coated Phosphor Bronze .011-.052
Power Requirements
The Acoustasonic Player Telecaster's onboard electronics are powered by a 9V battery.
No external power supply is required.
FAQs
What is product code 0972213239?
Fender product code 0972213239 identifies the Acoustasonic Player Telecaster with Rosewood Fingerboard in Brushed Black.
Is the Acoustasonic Player Telecaster an acoustic or electric guitar?
It combines elements of both. Its hollow body and solid Sitka spruce top provide genuine acoustic resonance, while its Fender/Fishman electronics offer both acoustic-style and electric guitar voices.
How many sounds does the Acoustasonic Player Telecaster have?
The guitar provides six distinct voices, accessed through the three-way selector and Blend control.
What pickups does it use?
It features a Fender Acoustasonic Noiseless magnetic pickup together with a Fishman under-saddle transducer.
What does the Blend knob do?
Each position on the three-way switch provides two complementary voices. The Blend control lets you move between those voices or combine characteristics of both.
Can the Acoustasonic Player Telecaster be played unplugged?
Yes. Its hollow construction, solid Sitka spruce top and Stringed Instrument Resonance System provide natural acoustic projection, making it useful for practice, writing and informal playing without amplification.
Is it the same size as a traditional acoustic guitar?
No. The Acoustasonic uses a much slimmer, Telecaster-inspired body that should feel immediately familiar to players accustomed to electric guitars.
What neck profile does it have?
It features Fender's Modern Deep C neck profile with a 12" radius rosewood fingerboard and 22 Narrow Tall frets.
Where is the Fender Acoustasonic Player Telecaster made?
The Acoustasonic Player Telecaster is manufactured at Fender's facility in Ensenada, Mexico.
Does it require a battery?
Yes. The active electronics are powered by a 9V battery. It does not require an external power adaptor.
What strings does it use?
It is supplied from the factory with Fender Dura-Tone coated phosphor bronze .011-.052 strings.
Does it come with a gig bag?
Yes. A Fender Deluxe 1225 Gig Bag is included.
Is the Acoustasonic Player Telecaster suitable for live performance?
Yes. Its ability to move between acoustic and electric-style voices makes it particularly useful for live players who need several guitar sounds during the same set.
What is the difference between the Acoustasonic Player Telecaster and a regular Telecaster?
A traditional Telecaster is a solidbody electric guitar. The Acoustasonic Player Telecaster uses a hollow acoustic-style body, solid spruce top, acoustic resonance system and hybrid magnetic/piezo electronics, giving it a significantly broader acoustic-to-electric tonal range.
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