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Description

The Fender Telecaster B-Bender is a masterful blend of classic design and innovative engineering, designed to captivate musicians seeking that authentic Nashville twang. This iconic guitar carries the soul of the Telecaster, enhanced with a Gene Parsons/Meridian Greene-designed B-Bender system that lets you effortlessly achieve pedal steel-like string bends. Perfect for country, rock, and everything in between, this guitar offers an expressive range that will set your sound apart.

Equipped with a trio of pickups—a pair of American Tele single-coils in the neck and bridge positions, and a Texas Special Strat pickup in the middle—this Telecaster delivers a versatile tonal palette. The 5-way Strat-o-Tele switching system allows you to seamlessly navigate through a spectrum of sounds, from classic Tele spank to smooth Strat warmth. The alder body and maple neck with a modern C shape provide comfortable playability, while the satin urethane finish adds a touch of elegance.

Whether you're laying down tracks in the studio or performing live on stage, the B-Bender Telecaster is a reliable companion that offers durability and style. Its unique mechanism, activated by the strap peg on the upper horn, allows you to create those intricate bends without missing a beat, making it a must-have for serious musicians looking to expand their sonic horizons.

Key Features:

  • Alder body with original Tele shape
  • Maple neck with modern C shape and satin urethane finish
  • Maple fingerboard with 9.5" radius and rolled edges
  • 22 medium-jumbo frets
  • 2 American Tele single-coil pickups (neck and bridge), 1 Texas Special Strat single-coil pickup (middle)
  • 5-way Strat-o-Tele switching system
  • American Tele bridge with 6 stainless steel saddles
  • Gene Parsons/Meridian Greene-designed B-Bender system
  • Fender Deluxe staggered cast/sealed tuning machines
  • 25.5" scale length, 1.6875" nut width
  • Hardshell case included

FAQs

What is the purpose of the B-Bender system on the Fender Telecaster B-Bender?

The B-Bender system allows you to raise the pitch of the B string by a whole step, mimicking the sound of a pedal steel guitar and enabling smooth, expressive bends.

Is the Fender Telecaster B-Bender suitable for country music?

Yes, the B-Bender system is particularly popular in country music for its ability to create pedal steel-like bends, making it an excellent choice for this genre.

What type of pickups are featured on the Fender Telecaster B-Bender?

The Fender Telecaster B-Bender features American Standard single-coil pickups in the neck and bridge positions, and a Texas Special single-coil in the middle, providing a versatile range of tones.

What is the neck profile of the Fender Telecaster B-Bender?

The neck of the Fender Telecaster B-Bender has a modern C shape, which offers comfortable playability for most hand sizes and playing styles.

Does the Fender Telecaster B-Bender come with a case?

Yes, the Fender Telecaster B-Bender comes with a hardshell case to protect your guitar during transport and storage.

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Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Fender Telecaster B-Bender.

Features and functionality

  • The Glaser B-Bender can switch from B to G bending by flipping the saddle, taking roughly 30-60 minutes to adjust.

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  • Glaser B-Bender systems are favored for their smooth operation without scraping strings across saddles, preserving string and saddle longevity.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Certano T-bender allows a complete bridge swap for zero modifications, making it fully reversible on a Telecaster.

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  • Some users prefer Matney Benders for partscasters, citing high-quality craftsmanship and customization flexibility.

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  • Some recommend the Certano bridge for a cost-effective, non-invasive B-bender installation at around $300, avoiding heavy modifications.

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User experience

  • Owners with small hands find the neck-activated Glaser B-Bender more comfortable than palm benders or Hipshot levers.

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  • The Rolling B Bender is noted for its affordability and ease of installation/removal, appealing to those hesitant about permanent modifications.

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  • Owners emphasize the significant weight added by B-bender systems, which can affect playability for those not accustomed to heavier guitars.

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Comparisons

  • Fender-built B-Bender Teles are priced around $2,000, but custom builds or partscasters with bender installs can be more cost-effective.

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  • The Brent Mason Telecaster model is noted for its weight, comparable to other heavier B-bender-equipped models, which is a consideration for potential buyers.

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Value and pricing

  • B-Bender installs typically cost between $600-700, suggesting potential savings by customizing a Tele rather than buying pre-installed models.

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  • Shipping a Telecaster to Glaser for a B-bender installation can significantly increase costs, with users highlighting the total investment needed beyond the installation fee.

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Build quality

  • Concerns about black bridge saddles and wiring suggesting heavy modifications hint at aesthetic or functional impacts on Telecaster models.

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Use cases and applications

  • Piezo bridge modifications are spotted, implying potential tonal variations or additional acoustic-like capabilities for modified Telecasters.

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  • B-benders are particularly useful for achieving pedal steel-like bends within chord progressions, a feature that cannot be replicated with finger bending alone.

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camewmar

i love it

i just love hw=ow it has a pedal steel effect

Artist usage

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See how James Hetfield uses Fender Telecaster B-Bender

James Hetfield

Singer, Guitarist

Metallica

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James is playing this guitar during the unforgiven II

See how Charlie Starr uses Fender Telecaster B-Bender

Charlie Starr

Guitarist

Blackberry Smoke

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His is likely to be a custom shop model, as it comes with a binding on the body. Mainly used to play "Pretty Little Lie" because the intro riff and solo need a b-bender to be played.

See how John Osborne uses Fender Telecaster B-Bender

John Osborne

Guitarist

Brothers Osborne

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Verified via YouTube

John Osborne goes over his B-bender Tele specs in this preview video for his Rig Rundown with Premier Guitar. It's the neck from his 1968 "Smuggler" Telecaster bolted onto a B-Bender he bought off of eBay, and he installed Lollar pickups in it.

See how Marty Stuart uses Fender Telecaster B-Bender

Marty Stuart

Guitarist

Marty Stuart and His Fabulous Superlatives

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In the video "Rig Rundown: Marty Stuart & His Fabulous Superlatives" by Premier Guitar, Marty Stuart is seen playing a Fender "Clarence" B-Bender Telecaster at the 0:20 mark during his live performance on stage.

See how Jeff Martin of the Tea Party uses Fender Telecaster B-Bender

Jeff Martin of the Tea Party

Singer, Guitarist

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At the 1:36 mark of this 2008 YouTube clip, Jeff identifies his Telecaster as a 1970 model with a B-bender.

Album Usage

The Fender Telecaster B-Bender has been featured on the following albums:

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