Fender 75th Anniversary Player II Baritone Telecaster Electric Guitar - Rosewood Fingerboard, Black

For three-quarters of a century, the Telecaster has been revered for its clarity, attack and unmistakable voice. The 75th Anniversary Player II Baritone Telecaster takes those qualities into deeper territory, pairing the familiar character of Fender’s iconic single-cut electric guitar with the extended range and low-end authority of a dedicated baritone design. Its 27" scale length provides the tension and definition needed for lower tunings, while a pair of Player Series Alnico V Telecaster single-coil pickups preserves the snap, articulation and dynamic response that made the original a legend. An alder body, Modern C maple neck and 9.5"-radius slab rosewood fingerboard keep the playing experience comfortable and familiar, making this limited-edition baritone a fitting tribute to a Telecaster legacy built on both tradition and evolution.

Alder Body for Balance, Resonance and Baritone Clarity

The 75th Anniversary Player II Baritone Telecaster begins with a classic alder body, providing a balanced tonal foundation that allows the instrument’s extended range to speak clearly. Tight lows, focused mids and articulate high-end detail help maintain note separation even in lower tunings, preventing the muddiness that can plague lesser baritone designs. The Telecaster’s straightforward slab-body construction contributes to its direct, responsive feel, while a durable polyester finish ensures years of dependable performance. Together, these elements create a platform that feels familiar to Telecaster players while supporting the broader sonic range of a baritone instrument.

Modern C Maple Neck and 27" Scale Length

At the heart of the Player II Baritone Telecaster is its extended 27" scale length, which provides the additional string tension needed to maintain clarity, tuning stability and strong note definition in lower registers. The maple neck is carved to Fender’s Modern C profile for a comfortable, familiar feel, while the slab rosewood fingerboard adds warmth and a smooth playing surface beneath the fingers. Rolled fingerboard edges, a 9.5" radius and 22 medium-jumbo frets accommodate everything from complex chord voicings to aggressive riffing. The result is a baritone guitar that feels stable, responsive and surprisingly approachable.

Player Series Telecaster Pickups for Articulate Extended-Range Tone

A pair of Player Series Alnico V Telecaster single-coil pickups gives the 75th Anniversary Player II Baritone Telecaster its unmistakable Fender identity. The neck pickup delivers warmth and clarity with impressive note separation, while the bridge pickup retains the cutting attack and articulate response that define classic Telecaster tone. In a baritone format, those characteristics take on a new dimension, producing tight low-end authority without sacrificing definition or dynamic sensitivity. A traditional three-way switch keeps operation straightforward and intuitive, making it easy to move between warm textures, focused attack and balanced combinations in between.

String-Through-Body Bridge and ClassicGear Tuners for Stability

The demands of a baritone guitar place even greater importance on stable, dependable hardware. A string-through-body Telecaster bridge with block steel saddles helps maximize sustain, tuning stability and consistent intonation across the instrument’s extended scale length. Fender ClassicGear tuners provide smooth, precise adjustment, while a synthetic bone nut further enhances tuning consistency. Combined with the heavier-gauge strings specified for baritone performance, these components create a reliable platform built to handle alternate tunings, extended-range playing and demanding live performance.

Celebrating 75 Years of Telecaster Innovation

The 75th Anniversary Player II Baritone Telecaster expands the reach of one of Fender’s most enduring electric guitar designs without losing the character that made it famous. Its extended scale length, articulate single-coil pickups and balanced alder construction create a voice that is deeper, broader and more commanding while remaining unmistakably Telecaster at its core. As part of the 75th Anniversary Telecaster Collection, it stands as both a limited-edition celebration of the instrument’s legacy and a reminder that great designs continue to evolve long after their introduction.