Fender MIJ Hybrid II 2026 Collection Telecaster Rosewood (Matte Phantom Black)

Fender's Made in Japan Hybrid II Telecaster brings modern playability to a design that's remained iconic since 1950. Built in Japan with a satin-finished alder body, this matte phantom black model balances vintage aesthetics against contemporary specs that work across genres and player types. The standout feature is the four-position blade switch offering bridge, parallel, neck, and series configurations-giving you tonal flexibility beyond a standard Tele. Under the hood: a modern neck profile with satin urethane finish, 22 narrow-tall frets on a 9.5 rosewood board, and a 25.5 scale. Two custom-voiced Hybrid II single-coil pickups handle both bridge and neck positions, wired through master volume and tone controls. Hardware includes a bone nut, 3-saddle vintage-style strings-through-body bridge with slanted brass barrel saddles, and black nickel tuning machines. Factory-installed nickel-plated steel strings span .009-.042 gauges. The Hybrid II line targets players seeking studio and stage reliability without sacrificing traditional Telecaster character. Whether recording at home or gigging live, this Japanese-built instrument delivers both cutting clarity and natural sustain across rhythm and lead work. Features  Matte phantom black satin polyester finish on alder body Four-position blade switch: bridge, parallel, neck, series modes Rosewood fingerboard with white dot inlays, 9.5 radius Modern neck profile with satin urethane finish Bone nut and vintage-style locking tuning machines Strings-through 3-saddle bridge with slanted brass barrels Hybrid II custom-voiced single-coil pickups in both positions Includes gig bag; 25.5 scale, 22 narrow-tall frets