Fender Player II Modified Telecaster SH Rosewood Fingerboard Electric Guitar Dusk
A modern Tele that keeps the classic twang but adds Player II Noiseless pickups, a push-pull series mode for humbucker thickness, and refined playability. For players who want tradition without the noise.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- +Player II Noiseless pickups eliminate 60-cycle hum while maintaining traditional Tele sparkle and clarity
- +Push-pull series switch on tone pot runs single-coils in series for beefier, humbucker-like tones
- +Treble bleed circuit maintains tone consistency even at lower volume settings
- +Rolled rosewood fingerboard edges and modern C neck profile deliver excellent playability
- +Guitar Player and Guitar World both awarded 4.5/5 stars, praising versatility from rock to country to clean textures
Cons
- −At $1,080, it's pricier than standard Player II models without the modified electronics
- −No community reviews available yet to balance the critic scores
- −Noiseless pickups, while versatile, may lack the raw bite some Tele purists prefer
- −Limited color options compared to standard Player II line
The Verdict
The Player II Modified Telecaster earns its 90 EJ Score with dual 4.5/5 reviews from Guitar Player and Guitar World. The noiseless pickups are the real story here—you get classic Tele tones without the hum tax, plus that series mode adds legitimate thickness for rock and heavier playing. The lack of community scores means we’re trusting critics on this one, but both reviews emphasize real-world versatility and solid build quality. If you gig in noisy venues or record often, the noiseless pickups alone justify the premium over a standard Tele.
