Used Fender Telecaster

🇺🇸Fender1950–presentStill in productionAlso known as: Tele, Fender Tele
For sale now:8003 listings
Price range:$6–$1,595
Most common:good

About the Fender Telecaster

The Telecaster is the guitar that started it all for Fender — and arguably for the solid-body electric guitar as a concept. First sold as the Broadcaster in 1950, its simple two-pickup, bolt-on-neck design has proven nearly indestructible over 70+ years. Telecasters are everywhere in country, rock, punk, and indie music because they're reliable, easy to maintain, and cut through a mix like nothing else. The used market for Teles is deep and well-established.

Body Style

Solid body, single cutaway

Tone Character

Twangy, bright, and cutting; the bridge pickup is unmistakably Tele

Notable Players

Keith Richards, Bruce Springsteen, Brad Paisley, Joe Strummer

Buying Guide

  • 1The bridge pickup is the Telecaster's signature sound — play it clean and loud before buying to make sure it has that snap.
  • 2Check the neck pocket for cracks, especially on vintage models. Telecaster neck joints take a lot of stress.
  • 3Butterscotch Blonde and Olympic White finishes from the 2000s-era American series have appreciated in value.

Typical Used Price Range

$200–$2,200based on recent market data

Prices vary based on year, condition, modifications, and seller. This range represents the majority of used listings we track across multiple marketplaces.

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