Few things in the guitar world are as instantly recognisable—or as beloved—as a Fender butterscotch Telecaster. From smoky blues bars to festival stages, this iconic finish has been turning heads since the 1950s. At Colemans Music, we’re big fans of this classic Tele finish—and we’ve got some of the best butterscotch beauties ready for you to plug in and play.
A Finish Steeped in History
The butterscotch blonde finish debuted in the early days of the Fender Telecaster. Originally a clear lacquer over a blonde ash body, the finish aged into a warm, golden hue over time—and it stuck. Today, the butterscotch look has become synonymous with vintage tone, style, and swagger.
This isn’t just a guitar colour. It’s a symbol of electric guitar history. The butterscotch Telecaster evokes images of early rock ‘n’ roll legends, country pickers, and blues slingers—all while staying cool in the hands of modern players.
Myles Kennedy paid tribute to Jeff Beckley with a solo performance of Hallelujah, which he played on Buckley’s famous 1983 Fender Telecaster electric guitar.
Vintage Vibe, Modern Playability
Whether you're just starting out or you've been gigging for years, there's a butterscotch Telecaster that’ll suit your style and budget at Colemans Music.
🎸 Fender Standard Telecaster – Butterscotch Blonde
The Fender Standard Tele in Butterscotch Blonde is a modern classic. With its smooth maple neck, crisp single-coils, and sleek finish, it's perfect for players who want that traditional Tele twang with modern reliability. Whether you're into blues, rock, country, or indie, this is a tone machine that looks as good as it sounds.
🎸 Squier Classic Vibe ‘50s Telecaster – Butterscotch Blonde
If you’re chasing old-school looks and feel without breaking the bank, the Squier Classic Vibe ‘50s Tele is a total winner. This model pays tribute to the original 1950s Telecaster design, with a pine body, vintage-style hardware, and custom-voiced pickups. The rich butterscotch blonde finish is pure vintage cool.
🎸 Fender Vintera II '50s Nocaster – Blonde
The Vintera II '50s Nocaster is a tribute to a true pre-Telecaster legend. This model captures the look and feel of the original 1951 design before “Telecaster” was even officially coined. With period-accurate pickups, vintage-style hardware, and a stunning blonde finish, this is one for players who want to own a piece of history.
🎸 Fender American Vintage II 1951 Telecaster – Butterscotch Blonde
Crafted in the USA with meticulous attention to detail, the American Vintage II 1951 Telecaster delivers the full vintage experience—from the nitro finish to the rounded maple neck and Pure Vintage '51 single-coils. This is the real deal for players and collectors who want to experience the Tele like it was in the beginning.
🎸 Fender Player II Telecaster – Butterscotch Blonde
New for 2024, the Fender Player II series takes everything players loved about the original Player Series and adds modern refinements. The Player II Telecaster in Butterscotch Blonde offers a comfortable “Modern C” neck, Alnico pickups, and classic styling that balances vintage Tele twang with everyday versatility.
Why Butterscotch Still Rules
There’s something undeniably stylish about a butterscotch Telecaster. It pairs simplicity with swagger—just two pickups, a slab body, and a whole lot of character. From iconic recordings to bedroom jams, the Fender Telecaster continues to inspire musicians across generations.
Whether you're after a vintage style guitar or a modern take on a classic, butterscotch Telecasters continue to be a top pick for players who want to stand out.
Fender Telecaster 1952 Vintage Reissue 1986 Butterscotch.
Who played it?
🎸 Bruce Springsteen
The Boss might be the most famous butterscotch Telecaster player of all time. His heavily worn 1950s-style Telecaster (technically a hybrid of an Esquire and a Tele) has been on nearly every stage and album cover since the '70s. It's become part of his signature sound and image.
🎸 Keith Richards (The Rolling Stones)
Keef’s main Telecaster, nicknamed Micawber, is a 1953 butterscotch blonde beauty. He famously swapped out the neck pickup for a humbucker, giving it a raw, raunchy tone perfect for Stones riffs. Few guitars scream rock 'n' roll attitude like his Tele.
🎸 Jeff Buckley
His live performances of songs like “Hallelujah” featured a butterscotch blonde 1983 USA Fender Telecaster. Clean, emotional, and powerful—Buckley’s Tele work helped reintroduce the model to a new generation of players in the ’90s.
Find Your Butterscotch Telecaster at Colemans Music
Looking to add a classic to your collection? Colemans Music stocks a wide range of Fender and Squier guitars—including the most loved butterscotch Telecasters in Australia.
✔️ Great range of classic Tele finishes
✔️ Fast shipping Australia-wide
✔️ Expert advice from fellow musicians
✔️ Trusted by guitarists since 1977
Come visit us in-store or shop online today and discover why the butterscotch Telecaster still turns heads—and always will.
