Fender American Ultra II Telecaster Dealer Exclusive – Antique Olive w/ Case

The Fender American Ultra II Telecaster Dealer Exclusive in Antique Olive takes one of Fender's most iconic electric guitar designs and pushes it into modern high-performance territory. Built in the USA and featuring a select alder body, roasted maple neck and fingerboard, Custom Shop Texas Special Telecaster pickups, and Fender's versatile S-1 switching system, this special dealer-exclusive Telecaster is designed for players who demand exceptional tone, premium playability, and unmistakable Fender character.

The Antique Olive finish gives this American Ultra II Telecaster a distinctive appearance that sets it apart from standard production models. Underneath the striking finish is a carefully refined instrument built around the performance-focused American Ultra II platform, with sculpted body contours, a tapered neck heel, Ultra rolled fingerboard edges, Luminlay side dots, locking tuners, and a 10"-14" compound-radius fingerboard.

This special-edition Telecaster also features an upgraded pair of Fender Custom Shop Texas Special Single-Coil Telecaster pickups. Designed for increased output and pronounced midrange presence, Texas Specials deliver everything from crystalline cleans and traditional Telecaster twang to aggressive, punchy overdriven tones.

The result is a Telecaster that retains the familiar response and personality players expect from Fender while adding the comfort, versatility, and precision demanded by modern players.

A Dealer-Exclusive American Ultra II Telecaster in Antique Olive

The standout visual feature of this American Ultra II Telecaster is its Antique Olive finish, a distinctive color that gives the classic Telecaster silhouette a sophisticated and unmistakable appearance.

The select alder body features Fender's sculpted Ultra contours, providing a more ergonomic playing experience while preserving the unmistakable Telecaster shape. The sculpted neck heel also improves access to the upper frets, making the instrument particularly comfortable for lead playing and higher-register work.

This isn't simply a cosmetic variation. The dealer-exclusive configuration combines the American Ultra II platform with Custom Shop Texas Special pickups, making it a particularly appealing choice for players looking for a more powerful and responsive version of the modern American Ultra II Telecaster.

Custom Shop Texas Special Telecaster Pickups

At the heart of this American Ultra II Telecaster is a set of Fender Custom Shop Texas Special Single-Coil Telecaster pickups.

These pickups are designed with increased output and strong midrange presence while retaining the clarity, attack, and unmistakable snap associated with a great Telecaster.

The bridge pickup delivers the familiar Telecaster bite and twang, while the neck pickup provides a warmer, rounder voice that works beautifully for rhythm playing, blues, country, rock, and clean lead tones.

The combination makes this Fender exceptionally versatile for:

• Country and Americana
• Blues and roots music
• Rock and alternative
• Studio and session work
• Pop and modern guitar production
• Classic Telecaster rhythm and lead tones

S-1 Switching for Expanded Telecaster Tones

The American Ultra II Telecaster goes beyond traditional Telecaster electronics with Fender's S-1 switching system.

The standard 3-way blade switch provides the familiar Telecaster pickup combinations:

• Position 1: Bridge pickup
• Position 2: Bridge + neck pickups
• Position 3: Neck pickup

Engaging the S-1 switch activates a series wiring option, providing an additional tonal character with increased fullness and output. This gives the guitar significantly more versatility than a conventional Telecaster while keeping the classic control layout intuitive and familiar.

For players who use one guitar across multiple applications, the S-1 system makes this American Ultra II particularly useful in both the studio and on stage.

Roasted Maple Neck & 10"-14" Compound Radius Fingerboard

The Fender American Ultra II Telecaster features a roasted maple Modern "D" neck with Fender's smooth Ultra Satin finish.

The Modern "D" profile provides a comfortable, contemporary shape that feels substantial enough for rhythm playing while remaining fast and comfortable for lead work. The Ultra Satin finish further enhances the smooth, effortless feel of the neck.

The roasted maple fingerboard features a 10"-14" compound radius, allowing a comfortable feel for chords in the lower register while providing a flatter surface for bends and lead playing higher up the neck.

Additional premium appointments include:

• Ultra rolled fingerboard edges
• 22 medium-jumbo frets
• Luminlay side dots
• Black pearloid dot inlays
• Graph Tech TUSQ nut
• Sculpted neck heel
• 1.685" nut width

The combination creates a highly playable neck designed for everything from traditional Telecaster rhythm work to modern lead techniques.

Premium American Ultra II Hardware

Fender equipped this dealer-exclusive Telecaster with a selection of hardware designed for reliable performance on stage and in the studio.

The 6-saddle string-through-body hardtail bridge features chromed brass saddles for solid string contact and dependable intonation. Deluxe cast/sealed locking tuners provide excellent tuning stability while making string changes faster and easier.

The guitar is finished with:

• Deluxe locking tuners
• 6-saddle string-through-body bridge
• Chromed brass saddles
• 1-ply black anodized aluminum pickguard
• Heavy knurled flat-top aluminum knobs
• Ultra string guide
• Nickel/chrome hardware

Together, these appointments give the American Ultra II Telecaster a road-ready combination of reliability, tuning stability, and premium Fender craftsmanship.

A Modern Fender Telecaster Built for Serious Players

The Fender American Ultra II Telecaster Dealer Exclusive – Antique Olive combines the familiar feel of a Telecaster with some of Fender's most advanced production features.

Its select alder body, roasted maple neck, compound-radius fingerboard, Custom Shop Texas Special pickups, S-1 switching, locking tuners, and sculpted Ultra contours make it equally at home in a professional studio, on a touring stage, or in the collection of a serious Fender enthusiast.

If you've been searching for a Fender American Ultra II Telecaster, a Fender Telecaster with Texas Special pickups, an Antique Olive Fender Telecaster, or a premium USA-made Fender Telecaster with modern playability, this dealer-exclusive configuration deserves a close look.

Specs

Model: Fender American Ultra II Telecaster Dealer Exclusive
Model Number: 0179172720
Series: American Ultra II
Color: Antique Olive
Body Shape: Telecaster
Body Material: Select Alder
Body Finish: Gloss Urethane
Neck Material: Roasted Maple
Neck Finish: Ultra Satin Urethane
Neck Shape: Modern "D"
Neck Construction: 4-Bolt
Fingerboard Material: Roasted Maple
Fingerboard Radius: 10"-14" Compound Radius
Number of Frets: 22 Medium Jumbo
Fingerboard Inlays: Black Pearloid Dots
Side Dots: Luminlay
Nut Material: Graph Tech TUSQ
Nut Width: 1.685" / 42.8 mm
Scale Length: 25.5" / 647.7 mm
Bridge Pickup: Fender Custom Shop Texas Special Single-Coil Telecaster
Neck Pickup: Fender Custom Shop Texas Special Single-Coil Telecaster
Controls: Master Volume with S-1 Switch, Master Tone
Switching: 3-Position Blade
S-1 Function: Series Wiring
Bridge: 6-Saddle String-Through-Body Hardtail with Chromed Brass Saddles
Tuners: Deluxe Cast/Sealed Locking
Hardware: Nickel/Chrome
Pickguard: 1-Ply Black Anodized Aluminum
Knobs: Heavy Knurled Flat-Top
String Guide: Ultra String Guide
Tuning: Standard E-A-D-G-B-E
Country of Origin: USA
Case: Hardshell Case Included

Why Choose the Fender American Ultra II Telecaster Antique Olive?

Dealer-Exclusive Configuration

This special Antique Olive Telecaster combines the American Ultra II platform with a dealer-exclusive finish and Custom Shop Texas Special pickup configuration.

Custom Shop Texas Special Pickups

Overwound Texas Special Telecaster pickups provide increased output, pronounced midrange presence, classic twang, and powerful overdriven tones.

Roasted Maple Neck

The roasted maple Modern "D" neck provides a comfortable contemporary feel with Fender's smooth Ultra Satin finish.

10"-14" Compound Radius

The compound-radius fingerboard combines comfortable chord playing with a flatter surface for bending and lead work higher on the neck.

S-1 Series Switching

Fender's S-1 system adds a series wiring option for additional tonal depth and output beyond the traditional Telecaster pickup combinations.

Ultra Rolled Edges & Luminlay Side Dots

Premium American Ultra II appointments make the fingerboard comfortable and easy to navigate, including in low-light performance environments.

Locking Tuners

Deluxe locking tuners provide reliable tuning stability and simplify string changes.

Sculpted Ultra Contours

The sculpted body contours and tapered neck heel enhance comfort and provide improved access to the upper register.

Made in the USA

Built in the United States as part of Fender's premium American Ultra II series.

Hardshell Case Included

This Fender American Ultra II Telecaster includes a protective hardshell case for storage and transportation.

What's Included

• Fender American Ultra II Telecaster Dealer Exclusive – Antique Olive
• Fender hardshell case

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