Fender Guitars
Fender Guitar Corporation History
Founded in 1946, Fender Musical Instruments Corporation has been an American icon for over 50 years. In that time, Fender's contribution to the evolving sound of contemporary music has been global and continuous. By introducing the first commercially viable solidbody electric guitar, the first electric bass and countless classic amplifiers, Fender musical instruments have left their mark on jazz, blues, country, rock and many other styles of popular music.
The
Fender Stratocaster is the guitar you think about when someone says '
electric guitar'. Probably the most notable body design, the Stratocaster has been used by the biggest names on the most well known albums. Originally named the 'Broadcaster' the
Fender Telecaster is one of the brightest around. You know the single note guitar lead at the beginning of 'American Girl'? That's the definitive Telecaster tone. Add the body Styles of the
Fender Jazzmaster and the shorter scale
Fender Jaguar models, you're looking at the most revered guitar company among players worldwide.
The
Fender Acoustic Guitar is heralded by many of the world's top performers as their guitar of choice. Using high quality tone wood and hardware, Fender acoustic guitars are known for providing pristine sound while being inexpensive enough for anyone to afford. Many styles are available including a package featuring the
Fender DG8S and accessories that is perfect for the beginning guitarist. Also available in 6-string and 12-string versions, the
Fender CD100 and
Fender CD10012 acoustic guitars feature mahogany and spruce construction with superb hardware for the exceptional tone and playability.
A
Fender Acoustic Electric Guitar will take you from the studio to the stage and back. Just by playing one, you can tell that the first priorities during its construction were tone and playability. The electronics that make these guitars truly magic onstage offer a myriad of controls from onboard tuner to multi-band EQ and phase flip. No mater what model you chose, from the classic dreadnought shape of the
Fender CD220SCE to the modern flair of the
Fender Malibu CE, these guitars are sure to inspire you and your songs.
Fender Bass Guitars are some of the most widely used and best selling basses of all time. The
Fender Jazz is distinct from the
Fender Precision in that its tone is brighter and richer in the midrange.
For more than 50 years, the P Bass has made an immeasurable impact on the sound of popular music. A reissue of the bass introduced in '64, the
Fender Mustang is perfect for players who prefer a shorter 30-inch scale. But let's not forget about the
Fender Acoustic Electric Basses that deliver all the deep and rich tones acoustic players look for. Let the history of Fender basses speak for themselves. These basses are sure to meet the needs of every player and genre.