Fender introduce three brand new models for this season, `62 and `72 Telecaster models and new Deluxe Series Jaguar Bass.
Fender is the brand with immeasurable tradition and heritage. More than guitars, Fender instruments are a way of life and attitude deeply intertwined with hearts and souls of the players who play them. Many a Fender guitars through last sixty years came out and conquered the hearts of guitar enthusiasts all over the world with today`s models passing the flag of never ending quest for perfection to new and young generations of guitarists. Pursuing that quest, Fender Guitars bring forth three new models: Tele-bration Series Fender `62 Telecaster, Fender Deluxe Jaguar Bass and Fender American Vintage `72 Telecaster Thinline.
Fender `62 Telecaster
Introduced in 1951, Fender Telecaster marked the beginning of a new era of solid bodied electric guitars. It was revolutionary concept in every way and today it is a classic. From the very first days, Telecaster helped and was one of the main instruments shaping the sound and history of the music we now know as rock `n` roll. In the early `60s, a decade after the original Tele, the Telecaster Custom was introduced, and the new Fender `62 Telecaster is a tribute to this model. Bound body, two single pickups, 21 fret, elegant and stylish white finish and unrivaled Fender craftsmanship make this guitar more than worthy of it`s ancestor`s legacy.
Olympic White color on this Fender `62 Telecaster compliments and accentuates the beauty of the classic Tele shape. Fender`s long time favorite, alder is used as the body wood in traditional combination with maple neck. Back in the `50s, Fender introduced a bridge that would, through time remain known as Tele bridge. This model also utilizes this legendary bridge. Unparalleled tuning stability and full control are the hallmark traits of this bridge. Pickup combo, the two single coils, one slanted in the bridge and one regular in the neck position are directly inherited from the 1962 Telecaster Custom and ensure that iconic vintage sound Custom Tele is revered for. Controls on this model are, in Fender`s finest tradition brought down to basics with only a master tone and master volume knobs. Pickup switching is done through a three-position blade pickup switch.
Fender `62 Telecaster has a c-shaped maple neck which is connected to the body via the bolt-on joint. The neck is shaped to provide the comfortable grip and at the same time allow easy movement up and down the fretboard. It`s substantial c profile is somewhat chunkier than modern shredder necks, but gives fantastic support for the left hand. Rosewood fingerboard features 21 vintage style frets and pearloid block inlays. Other features include magnificent glossy lacquer body finish paired with beautifully contrasting black body top and back binding, 7.25" fingerboard radius, 1.65" nut width, Fender classical 25-1/2" scale, synthetic bone nut and a black pickguard. This Beauty is available in stunning Olympic White Finish.
Fender `62 Telecaster can talk the talk and walk the walk bringing the vintage feel and sound of 1962 Telecaster Custom back to life. A youngster truly fit for the shoes it is supposed to fill. Check `62 Telecaster at our detail page or at Fender Guitars official web page.
Fender Deluxe Jaguar Bass
Fender Deluxe Jaguar Bass is brought back to the game once more with beautiful new colors and immense tonal quality. This model represents an extraordinary addition to the Fender bass lineup with the intricate jaguar shape, Jazz Bass pickups and astonishing tonal range. Also, this Jaguar is a very valuable instrument to have in a band for it`s versatility can suit almost any kind of blues, rock, metal and fusion genres. Jazz Bass pickups in the bridge and middle, elaborate control options and dual circuitry give this bass unlimited tonal possibilities and allow players to easily find their own signature expression.
Fender Deluxe Jaguar Bass comes with a solid alder body and a maple neck. Sturdy and reliable, fixed bridge is vintage styled and offers fantastic tuning stability and control. Jazz Bass pickups are placed in the bridge and middle positions and give enough breath and strength for just about any stunt the player may devise and try to pull off. Standard controls consist of a master volume and master tone knobs. It is available in: 3 Color Sunburst, Candy Apple Red and Cobalt Blue.
Additional controls are what sets Fender Deluxe Jaguar Bass apart from every other bass. Both upper and lower horn feature control options for shaping the sound far beyond the simple master volume/tone knob configuration. Lower horn features control plate with sliding on/off controls for each pickup and a series/parallel slider which works only when both pickups are on. Upper horn control plate has active/passive switch and treble and bass wheel controls. This set of options equips every player with more than enough options and tools to create a unique style and voice for almost any kind and genre of music he or she is playing.
Neck on the Fender Deluxe Jaguar Bass is a c shaped maple neck with a bolt-on joint. Lots of grip and smooth feel are defining characteristics Fender`s c-shaped necks. Perfectly balanced, these necks are suitable for rhythm as well as leads. Rosewood fingerboard features 20 medium jumbo frets and pearloid block inlays. Other features include: 7.25" fingerboard radius, 1.5" nut width, 34" scale length, nickel/chrome hardware, and a pickguard.
Fender Deluxe Jaguar Bass has all a bass player could ever want, fantastic tone quality, countless options, top-notch craftsmanship and killer looks. Check Deluxe Jaguar Bass at our detail page or at Fender Guitars official web page.
Fender American Vintage `72 Telecaster Thinline
Thinline is Fender`s name for semi-hollow bodied guitars in their arsenal. In the early 1970s, Telecaster line featured a Thinline model, and this new Fender American Vintage `72 Telecaster Thinline is a historically accurate homage to this period and this semi-hollow Tele. Re-evoking the history and some of the best and most successful models, Fender have decided to revive this gem along with many others and bring joy to the fans of the Vintage Fender sound and feel. Semi-hollow body, beautiful "f" hole, dual humbuckers and vintage tuners bring the 1970s back with the first strum.
Unlike the majority, Fender American Vintage `72 Telecaster Thinline comes with the ash body combined with a maple neck. Another non-typical feature for a Tele, bridge is a Strat vintage replica with a string through body hardtail construction. It guarantees immaculate tuning stability and control. Fender "Wide range" humbucking pickups are placed in the bridge and neck positions. Redesigned and re-voiced, these pickups faithfully paint the image of the early 1970s. Controls are basic, simple and easy to use, they include master tone and volume knobs. Three position blade is placed as the pickup switch for this Tele.
Fender American Vintage `72 Telecaster Thinline comes with a bolt-on c-shaped neck made of maple. Bolt-on joint features three bolt neck plate with a Micro-Tilt adjustment. C-shape brings that vintage 1970s feel with good grip and smooth feel throughout the whole length of the neck. Maple fingerboard features 21 vintage styled frets and contrasting black dot inlays. Other features include: vintage fingerboard radius of 7.25 inches in diameter, beautiful gloss lacquer finish for both the body and back of the neck, 1.65" nut width, Fender hallmark 25-1/2" scale length, chrome hardware, synthetic bone nut and white pickguard. Available in Candy Apple Red and Natural color schemes.
Fender American Vintage `72 Telecaster Thinline is a fantastic tribute to a legendary guitar and it brings the seventies back with all the style and big sound of the era. Check the American Vintage `72 Telecaster Thinline at our detail page or at Fender Guitars official web page.