Fender Acoustasonic Telecaster NAT LH

Discover the American Acoustasonic Telecaster in detail

The Telecaster is the electric guitar that started it all. By redefining everything an acoustic guitar can be, the American Acoustasonic Telecaster embodies the spirit of innovation that Fender was built on. From acoustic shape shifting to electric rhythm sounds, this powerful guitar delivers new sonic expression, both in the studio and on stage. The Acoustasonic Telecaster was designed to inspire - a mix of future technology and organic feel, the Telecaster was the first guitar in the series and thus forms the foundation for the success of Acoustasonic instruments. Every aspect of the construction / acoustic supports this feeling. The thin and comfortable Acoustasonic Telecaster with its open-pore, satin finish avoids everything that makes acoustic guitars appear unwieldy. The flat, hollow body won't strain your shoulder and the smooth mahogany neck fits comfortably in your hand. An integrated armrest made of real wood makes playing easier, while the optimized sound port produces natural sonority and lively overtones.

construction / acoustic

The hollow mahogany body is light and ergonomically shaped and features a forearm contour. The spruce top is inserted into the body and elegantly set off with a thin 3-layer black/white/black binding . Additional comfort can be found in the upper positions of the fingerboard: a contoured neck heel and a neck plate integrated into the body make playing in the upper positions a pleasure. The fretboard, controls and bridge of the Acoustasonic Telecaster are made of ebony. Even harder and denser than rosewood, ebony is sometimes so dark that the grain is almost invisible - it can also be heavily grained with veins ranging from golden to light brown in color.

Acoustic engine

Fender brought Larry Fishman and his team on board to design the pickup system - they turned out to be the perfect partners. When developing the electronics of the Acoustasonic Telecaster, something completely new was created: the Acoustic Engine. A groundbreaking technology that provides a collection of select acoustic and electric sounds never heard before in a single instrument .
Three pickup systems work together to create the Acoustic Engine developed by Fender and Fishman - a blend of classic analog and modern technologies that optimize the guitar's natural sound and then modify the vibration to deliver an unparalleled collection of electric and acoustic voicings , which can be infinitely mixed and combined using the blend controls .

These three pickups are responsible for the sound of the American Acoustasonic Telecaster:

• Fishman Matrix™ Narrow pickup : The acoustic sound begins with Fishman's renowned Matrix Narrow Undersaddle transducer, which is installed directly under the saddle
• Fishman Acoustasonic Enhancer : The Acoustasonic Enhancer is installed under the top and focuses exclusively on its sound. It is well suited for percussive playing styles with a lot of attack.
• Fender Acoustasonic Noiseless™ : The Acoustasonic Noiseless pickup was developed for an authentic, hum-free electric Fender tone and can be used both solo and in conjunction with the acoustic voices. It is installed directly on the top .

Tip : We recommend playing the Fender Acoustasonic guitars through an acoustic amplifier, as this allows you to make better use of their sonic potential than with an electric guitar amplifier. Alternatively, you can also control an interface directly with the Acoustasonic.

power supply

The American Acoustasonic Telecaster is powered by an internal lithium-ion battery. It is recommended that you fully charge the battery before playing the instrument for the first time. Connect the USB charging cable to a 5- Volt USB-compatible charger and plug the plug into a power outlet. The LED on the output socket lights up solid red during charging and changes to solid green when charging is complete. It takes about four to five hours for the battery to fully charge. A fully charged battery will power the system for approximately 20 hours. The battery is not overcharged - a built-in controls prevents it from overcharging and potentially damaging the system .

Tradition and modernity

The American Acoustasonic Telecaster has an open-pored finish. This means that the finish is light and thin and the pores of the wood remain visible. This type of finish allows for maximum resonance from the body and top. Traditional and adventurous at the same time, the American Acoustasonic Telecaster is available in five spectacular colors: Natural, Black, Sunburst, Steel Blue and Crimson Red. A deluxe gig bag is including . The suffix “American” says it all: The American Acoustasonic is of course made in the USA.