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Description

The Fender Telecaster Cabronita is a bold reinterpretation of a classic, designed for musicians who crave a guitar with a distinctive edge. This guitar combines the traditional Telecaster silhouette with modern enhancements, offering a fresh take on an iconic instrument. Crafted with a mahogany body and a bolt-on neck, it delivers a rich resonance and sustain that will elevate your sound. The rosewood fingerboard, adorned with white Mother-of-Pearl dot inlays, adds a touch of elegance, while the modern C neck profile ensures comfortable playability for both intricate solos and powerful chords.

Equipped with two DiMarzio Vintage Mini humbuckers, the Cabronita provides a versatile tonal palette, from crisp, articulate highs to warm, growly lows. The 3-way blade switch, along with master volume and tone controls, allows you to explore a range of sonic possibilities with ease. Designed with precision, the 6-saddle bridge and sealed standard cast locking machine heads ensure stable tuning and intonation, even during the most demanding performances.

Whether you're in the studio or on stage, the Fender Telecaster Cabronita is a reliable companion that delivers both style and substance. Its sleek design is complemented by nickel/chrome hardware and a 3-ply black pickguard, making it as visually striking as it is sonically impressive. With the added assurance of a deluxe hardshell case, this guitar is ready to accompany you on your musical journey.

Key Features:

  • Body: Mahogany
  • Bolt-on neck: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood with White Mother-of-Pearl dot inlays
  • Neck profile: Modern C
  • 22 Medium jumbo frets
  • Pickups: 2 DiMarzio Vintage Mini humbuckers
  • Master volume and tone controls
  • 3-Way blade switch
  • 6-Saddle bridge with strings through body
  • Sealed standard cast locking machine heads
  • Includes Deluxe hardshell case

Product specs

Brand Fender
Model Classic Player Cabronita Telecaster
Finish 3-Color Sunburst, Black, Candy Apple Red, Surf Green, White Blonde
Year 2013 - 2014
Made In Mexico
Categories Solid Body Electric Guitars
Body Material Alder
Body Shape T-Style
Body Type Solid Body
Bridge/Tailpiece Type String-Through
Color Family Black, Brown, Green, Red, White
Finish Pattern Sunburst
Finish Style Gloss
Fretboard Material Maple
Fretboard Radius 9.5"
Frets Medium Jumbo
Model Family Fender Telecaster
Model Sub-Family Fender Cabronita Telecaster
Neck Construction Bolt-On
Neck Material Maple
Number of Frets 22
Number of Strings 6-String
Offset Body Non-Offset Body
Pickup Configuration HH
Right / Left Handed Right Handed
Scale Length 25.5"
Series Fender Classic Player

FAQs

What pickups are used in the Fender Telecaster Cabronita?

The Fender Telecaster Cabronita features a pair of Fideli'Tron humbucking pickups, which provide a thick, warm tone with reduced noise, making it ideal for rock, blues, and jazz.

How is the neck profile on the Fender Telecaster Cabronita?

The Fender Telecaster Cabronita has a modern "C" shaped neck profile, offering comfortable playability suitable for both rhythm and lead styles.

Is the Fender Telecaster Cabronita suitable for beginners?

Yes, the Fender Telecaster Cabronita is suitable for beginners due to its straightforward design and versatile sound, although its unique pickup configuration may appeal more to players seeking a specific tone.

What kind of bridge does the Fender Telecaster Cabronita use?

The Fender Telecaster Cabronita features a string-through-body bridge, which enhances sustain and tuning stability, making it a reliable choice for various playing styles.

Can the Fender Telecaster Cabronita handle high-gain music styles?

Yes, the Fideli'Tron humbuckers on the Fender Telecaster Cabronita can handle high-gain music styles, providing a thick and punchy sound ideal for rock and heavier genres.

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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 Cabronita.

Comparisons

  • A Fano TC6 is noted as a similar model but with superior features like TV Jones SuperTrons and a tone knob, though it is significantly more expensive.

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  • The Mary Kay White model was favorably compared post-modification, with mention of swapping for a Reverend Flatroc.

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  • Players find TV Jones pickups better suited for hollow body guitars than solid body, impacting tone and sustain on the Cabronita.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Users suggest using an Emerson Custom Guitars wiring harness for an electronics upgrade.

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  • Push/pull mod mimics custom shop models, offering three additional tones, including unique "dampened" sounds.

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  • Treble bleed mod is recommended to prevent tone darkening when the volume is reduced.

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  • Owners recommend adding a tone control for versatility, as the lack of one can make the bridge pickup sound too brittle.

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Features and functionality

  • The Fideli'Tron pickups are described as fatter and warmer, with a strong midrange presence compared to standard Telecaster pickups.

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  • Custom shop models include a push-pull knob for three additional tones, enhancing versatility.

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  • Tron-style pickups on solid bodies are debated, with some users preferring their performance on hollow bodies for a livelier sound.

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Setup and maintenance

  • The neck had a serious bow, requiring adjustment and fret leveling to resolve playability concerns.

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  • A user reported the high E string being twice the height of the B string, indicating significant action issues.

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Value and pricing

  • The Squier Vintage Modified Cabronita models are noted for their affordability, often found for $200-300 in near-new condition, making them a cost-effective modding platform.

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Use cases and applications

  • A player described the Cabronita as their primary gig guitar for a summer, indicating its reliability and performance in live settings.

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Build quality

  • Owners have reported that the routing for Tron pickups is unique, not matching standard humbucker sizes, which can complicate modifications.

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  • It's noted that some Fender Cabronitas may have necks that feel lifeless in terms of resonance and sustain.

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User experience

  • One owner experienced poor sustain and a "dead" neck, despite attempts to reseat the neck.

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The meanest, the coolest, the most noticed

This guitar is well made, and has one control. Loudness. Perfect for garage, alternative, punk and anything that requires a fuzz pedal.

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This guitar has now become my Numero Uno...

This is my go to guitar... my work horse...

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See how Miles Kane uses Fender Telecaster Cabronita

Miles Kane

Singer, Guitarist

The Last Shadow Puppets

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BOOKLET TLSP2. everything you've come to expect

See how Johnny Stevens uses Fender Telecaster Cabronita

Johnny Stevens

Singer, Guitarist

Highly Suspect

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Johnnys been using a Cabronita of sorts following the release of their second album, "The Boy Who Died Wolf." The headstock does not look like it's a Fender headstock, however.

See how Boy Pablo uses Fender Telecaster Cabronita

Boy Pablo

Singer, Guitarist

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Boy Pablo was seen playing a Fender Telecaster Cabronita during his performance in Turin, as captured in a video by Pande Monio on YouTube.

See how Lars Frederiksen uses Fender Telecaster Cabronita

Lars Frederiksen

Guitarist

Rancid

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From Lars Frederiksen’s official Reverb.com shop; “ This Fender Cabronita Telecaster is owned by Lars Frederiksen. Serial: MX12162482 There are a couple cosmetic blemishes on the body that have been touched-up, as well as some unadulterated dings and scratches throughout. Hairline neck pocket cracks. Overall, this guitar is an excellent player with a bold sound. Fender hardshell case with pair of keys included. All items in The Official Lars Frederiksen of Rancid Reverb Shop ship fully insured with delivery confirmation and a signed and embossed Certificate Of Authenticity.”

See how Elena Tonra uses Fender Telecaster Cabronita

Elena Tonra

Singer, Guitarist

Daughter

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Verified via YouTube

In this video at the 2:55 mark, Elena Tonra is seen performing the track "Still" with her sunburst Fender Telecaster Cabronita.

See how Isaiah Sharkey uses Fender Telecaster Cabronita

Isaiah Sharkey

Singer, Guitarist

John Mayer Trio

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Color/Finish: Black

Isaiah and John Mayer are playing both Cabronita models in "Perfectly Lonely" . In 2009 the black model was only available in shops as the Custom Shop model called "Fender La Cabronita"

See how Danny Jones uses Fender Telecaster Cabronita

Danny Jones

Singer, Guitarist

McFly

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In the song 5 Colours in her Hair, you can see Danny using his black Fender Telecaster Cabronita

See how Nicholaus Arson uses Fender Telecaster Cabronita

Nicholaus Arson

Guitarist

The Hives

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You can see Nicholaus holding a black Fender Telecaster Cabronita in June 2013 at the Liseberg amusement park in Gothenburg, Sweden.

See how Kevin Bivona uses Fender Telecaster Cabronita

Kevin Bivona

Guitarist

Rancid

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In the video for The Interrupter's song 'Family' Kevin can be seen playing a Fender Telecaster Cabronita.

See how Bugo uses Fender Telecaster Cabronita

Bugo

Singer, Guitarist

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Starting from 2015, Bugo uses this guitar very often in concerts.

See how Keith Jeffery uses Fender Telecaster Cabronita

Keith Jeffery

Singer, Guitarist

Atlas Genius

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Instagram is captioned, "Keith from Atlas Genius picking up some Cabronita Teles #atlasgenius #cabronita"

Keith Jeffery can be seen holding two Fender Cabronita Telecaster electric guitars. The one on the left in the photo is black finish, maple fingerboard, and the one on the right looks to be white/blonde with a rosewood fingerboard. Photo uploaded June 2014.

See how Cyril Roger uses Fender Telecaster Cabronita

Cyril Roger

Guitarist, Composer

Shaka Ponk

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In the live performance of Shaka Ponk at the Woodstock Festival Poland 2015, Cyril Roger is seen using a black Fender Telecaster Cabronita at the 42:25 mark. This is confirmed by the footage provided by KręciołaTV on YouTube.

Album Usage

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