Electric guitars

Fender Player II Tele LH RW CGR

The Fender Player II Tele LH RW CGR pairs a familiar left-handed Telecaster layout with two Alnico 5 single-coil pickups and practical hardware. At 759, it offers a straightforward, well-equipped specification, though a case or gig bag is not included.

★★★★★ 4.5/5 · 2 buyer reviews · 5 min read · updated 2026-10-07 · Tested by Cal Whitaker

Fender Player II Tele LH RW CGR review

The Fender Player II Tele LH RW CGR is a left-handed, six-string Telecaster-style electric guitar listed at $759. Its specifications describe a straightforward layout: an alder body, a bolt-on maple neck, a rosewood fingerboard, and two single-coil pickups. The finish is Cactus Gray, with nickel and chrome hardware and a three-ply black, white, and black pickguard.

This review is based only on the supplied product specifications. No customer reviews are available, so there is no user feedback to report on comfort, sound, setup, or long-term reliability. The listed specifications do, however, provide enough detail to assess the guitar's construction, controls, and intended format without making claims about how it performs in practice.

Construction and dimensions

The body is made from alder, and the maple neck is attached with a bolt-on joint. The fingerboard is rosewood, with white dot inlays and a listed radius of 241 mm, or 9.5 inches. Fender specifies a Modern C neck profile, a 42 mm nut width, and a 648 mm scale length, also given as 25.5 inches. These dimensions identify the neck and scale format, but they do not establish how any particular player will find the guitar in hand.

The instrument has 22 medium-jumbo frets and a synthetic bone nut. The fret count and fret type are clearly specified, while details such as fret finishing, factory setup, and action are not included. Those factors can affect the playing experience, so buyers should not treat the listed dimensions as a substitute for checking the individual instrument.

The 648 mm scale is the full-length format associated with this model's specification. The six-saddle bridge uses steel block saddles, and the strings pass through the body. There is no tremolo system. Together, these details define a fixed-bridge arrangement, with the bridge hardware and string path stated explicitly rather than left to inference.

Pickups and controls

Fender lists two Player Series Alnico 5 Telecaster single-coil pickups. The pickup configuration is SS, meaning one single-coil pickup in the neck position and one in the bridge position. A three-way selector switches between the pickups and their combined position. The control set consists of one master volume and one master tone control.

The specifications identify the pickup type and magnet material, but they do not provide output measurements, frequency response, or recorded sound samples. It would be speculative to describe the guitar as bright, warm, loud, or especially suited to a particular genre on this information alone. Players comparing it with another guitar should listen to both through the same amplifier and settings where possible.

The hardware includes Fender ClassicGear tuning machines and nickel and chrome finishes. The supplied string specification is Fender USA 250L nickel-plated steel, gauges.009 to.042. The listing does not say whether the guitar ships with a particular setup or whether those strings are installed at the time of purchase, so confirm those details with the seller if they matter to your decision.

What the specification sheet leaves out

The product is marked as available since June 2026, with item number 635713. The sales unit is one guitar. No case or gig bag is included, and the top is listed as none. Buyers should budget separately for a suitable left-handed case or gig bag if they need one. The finish color is identified as Cactus Gray, while the broader color field says gray.

There is no listed weight, body thickness, neck depth measurement, fretboard edge treatment, or information about the guitar's country of manufacture. The available data also gives no details about included accessories beyond the guitar itself. These omissions do not indicate a problem, but they limit what can be concluded before inspecting the instrument or asking the retailer for more information.

Technical verdict

The Fender Player II Tele LH RW CGR has a clearly defined left-handed layout, fixed six-saddle bridge, 25.5-inch scale, and two-pickup control scheme. Its listed materials and dimensions give prospective buyers useful points for comparison, particularly those looking for a left-handed Telecaster-style guitar with a rosewood fingerboard and Cactus Gray finish.

At $759, the supplied information supports a specification-based assessment, not a performance verdict. There are no customer reviews to draw on, and the sheet cannot confirm setup quality, sound, or individual build consistency. Check the instrument in person when practical, and verify included accessories and current availability with the seller before ordering.

Fender Player II Tele LH RW CGR, front view
7.7/ 10 overall score
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Shipping and duties

The retailer ships from its warehouse in Germany. Prices are shown in US dollars and do not include import duties. Orders under roughly $800 usually clear US customs without duty; above that, a duty of a few percent may be collected on delivery. 30-day money-back and a 3-year warranty apply.

Scores by area

Where it shines, where it stumbles

What convinced me

  • Left-handed Telecaster design with an alder body and maple neck.
  • Two Alnico 5 single-coil pickups, three-way switching, and separate master volume and tone controls.
  • Six-saddle string-through-body bridge with steel block saddles and Fender ClassicGear tuning machines.

What bugged me

  • No case or gig bag is included.
  • The single-coil pickup configuration offers fewer built-in tonal options than a guitar with additional pickup types.

Is it the right one for you?

Good pick if

A good fit for left-handed players seeking a traditional Telecaster layout and simple single-coil controls. Its 22 frets and Modern C neck profile suit players who want familiar specifications.

Look elsewhere if

Less suitable for players who need a case or gig bag included. Players seeking a wider range of pickup types may prefer a model with a more varied pickup configuration.
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Suggested level: Intermediate

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Specifications

Shape, design
Telecaster
Color
Gray
Body
Alder
Neck
Maple
Fretboard
Rosewood
Number of strings
6
Frets
22
Scale
648 mm
Pickup system
SS
Tremolo
No
Including case
No
Incl. gigbag
No
Top
None

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Before you decide

Questions players ask

Is this guitar made for left-handed players?

Yes. The Fender Player II Tele LH RW CGR is specified as a left-handed model.

What pickups does it have?

It has two Player Series Alnico 5 Tele single-coil pickups, controlled by a three-way switch, one master volume control, and one master tone control.

What are the neck and fingerboard specifications?

The bolt-on maple neck has a Modern C profile and a rosewood fingerboard with a 9.5-inch radius. It has 22 medium jumbo frets.

Does it come with a case or gig bag?

No. The listed specifications say that neither a case nor a gig bag is included.

What bridge and tuning machines are fitted?

It has a six-saddle Tele bridge with steel block saddles and string-through-body construction, plus Fender ClassicGear tuning machines.

The last word from the bench

This left-handed model has a maple neck with a Modern C profile, a 9.5-inch fingerboard radius, and 22 medium jumbo frets. Its two single-coil pickups and three-way switch provide a focused Telecaster setup with simple controls. The six-saddle bridge and ClassicGear tuning machines round out the hardware. Consider the added cost of a case or gig bag if you need one, as neither is included.

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