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Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]
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  • PurposeToMelodyPurposeToMelody

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]Publié le 19/03/11 à 17:46
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    Fender American Standard Stratocaster Features:

    * Color: 3-color Sunburst
    * Body: Alder
    * Finish: Polyurethane Finish
    * Thinner Undercoat Finish for Improved Resonance
    * Neck: Maple, Tinted Neck with Gloss Front/Satin Back
    * Rolled Fretboard Edges
    * Number of Frets: 22, Medium-Jumbo
    * Scale Length: 25.5"
    * Nut: Melamine, Width: 1.685"
    * Hardware: Chrome
    * Machine Heads: Fender Deluxe Staggered Cast/Sealed Tuning Keys
    * Bridge: 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with American Standard Bent Steel Saddles
    * Copper Infused High-mass 100% Metal Bridge Block
    * Pickguard: 3-Ply Parchment
    * Pickups: American Strat Single-Coil Pickups
    * Pickup Switching: 5-Position Blade
    * Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1.(Neck pickup), Tone 2. Delta Tone™ (Middle and Bridge)
    * Case: Molded Fender/SKB Case included with TSA Locks, Glass Reinforced Nylon Trigger Latches, and Form Fitted Plush interior
    * Accessories: Cable, strap, polishing cloth, trem arm, wrenches

    UTILIZATION

    Its a strat, you get what you get. It is easy to get at the top frets and really gets a great sound simply, its a plug and play guitar, very much a standard in the guitar industry

    SOUNDS

    I really enjoy this guitar and I don't even like strats that much, its a very simple guitar to use. I've used it with a bunch of amps but mainly with a laney GH50L, it does great RHCP type sounds and I totally recommend it for that, it even does some ok distorted sounds, but the SSS configuration kind of screws it over there. The cleans and slightly OD'd tones are definitely my favorite thing, and it does great "bell" type tones with a AC15 and a great grind with more marshall style amps.

    I feel like this really isn't meant for anything overly distorted though, so don't go buy it if you want to play anything over classic rock really. Unless you plan on changing pickups.

    OVERALL OPINION

    My least favorite thing about this guitar is by far the pickups, I find them too noisy and thats why I don't own single coil guitars anymore really minus a different strat. Other than that I found it to be a very well crafted good looking guitar, I think the action was a little high out of the box, but that was fixed easily and some people may like it higher. I think its a bit overpriced and I'd personally never buy it new, but overall its a great sounding guitar and I'd highly recommend it to people looking for cleans and lightly driven sounds.
  • iamqmaniamqman

    Il suffit de compléter.

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]Publié le 30/03/11 à 08:16
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    The day I switched from playing an acoustic to an electric I took a trip to Guitar Center to see what they had. Through all the garbage they have hanging on their wall this beautiful sun burst Strat which was calling out to me. I took it off the wall and felt the neck which was amazing. The previous owner has taken off the lacker finish on the neck and it was just an oiled finish. It was so smooth and comfortable which sometimes can be a hit or miss with Strats. It felt like a guitar that had some play on it and it just formed into your hand. Much like the new Charvels it feels as though it gets better the more you play it.

    This one has an Ash body and a Maple neck. I took out the pickups since the neck pickup died. So I went with some Dimarzios which are ok, but not great. I think I would want to try some Seymour's in there next time if I get around to switching.

    UTILIZATION

    The guitar is easy as pie. It has three controls knobs consisting of one volume and two tone knobs. One of them I don't use ever. I do roll off some of the highs with the back tone knob. I think it helps bring them down in this guitar. I heard another guitar player does this and it helped in his guitar and I have always complained about how bright the guitar can be. So rolling down the tone a by to around 6 or 7 helps quite a bit.

    SOUNDS

    When it comes to the sound of a Strat there really is no other. I hear guys talk about finding a Strat sounding guitar and look to Suhr and Anderson and completely bypass the sound that started it all. The sound is everyone from Jimmy to John Mayor and in between.

    I use this guitar with an assortment of amps and cabs. Today I was jamming it with my Splawn Quickrod and vintage Marshall 4x12 with Blackback Celestion speakers. I had such a great tone coming from this setup. I love the tonal possibilities I get with this combination. It sounds so choice when I slap a Wampler Analog echo in the effects loop.

    I play rock music and this guitar is great for my style. I love Charvels and will probably put this guitar down when I get one of those. I prefer humbuckers to the single coils.

    OVERALL OPINION

    This a guitar that I will have forever. Since it was my first guitar and very special to me I will never let it go. This guitar has such a great tone and feel that is hard to find sometimes. The neck is comfortable and just rips. My hands glide with easy with the bare oiled neck. If I ever buy another Fender Strat I will have someone take off the lacker on the back of the neck.

    I would recommend this guitar to any guitar player. Everyone needs a Fender Strat in their arsenal. A great everyday guitar and a players dream. So many tonal possibilities that will accompany anything musical genre from pop to modern rock.
  • HatsubaiHatsubai

    American Standard Démarrer

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]Publié le 26/04/11 à 02:01
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    The Fender American Strat is one of the most well known higher end strats in the Fender lineup. it has the standard alder body, maple neck (this one had a maple fretboard too), SSS configuration, two point tremolo, special neck joint with micro tilt adjustment, 22 frets and extremely nice rolled edges on the neck.

    UTILIZATION

    In other reviews, I mentioned a complaint about the 9.5'' radius. It's not for me, but it works for most people. This guitar has the same issue, but again, it's personal preference. The two point trem on this is very nice, and it stays in tune nicely. One of my favorite features on this guitar is the nicely rolled edges of the fretboard. This makes it feel very broken in and not nearly as sharp as some other instruments tend to be. MIA fretwork is usually pretty good, but it can be hit or miss depending on the day it was built, how the luthiers were feeling, etc. I'm also glad this instrument has 22 frets instead of the 21 that is featured throughout most (if not all) of the MIM line. The neck is a very comfortable medium-esque C shaped neck that seems to be actually somewhat similar to an ESP neck at times.

    SOUNDS

    The pickups on this guitar are pretty good. They get that great vowely tone that single coils are known for, have a great quack, sound very nice with clean, mid gain and even high gain tones. That said, I still usually replace these with aftermarket pickups. My favorite singles at the moment are most likely the DiMarzio Area series, and they really make this guitar come alive.

    OVERALL OPINION

    If you're in the market for a strat, this is the model you should check out. It can be had for a great price used, and they're fairly solid guitars. That said, you should really play before you buy as Fenders can be hit or miss with fretwork.
  • tjon901tjon901

    La Stratocaster standard

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]Publié le 02/06/11 à 20:30
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    The Stratocaster is an icon in the world of guitar design. It was designed by Leo Fender in the mid 50s as an evolution of the Telecaster. It has a classic double cutaway design with an extended top horn for better balance. It has a contoured alder body with a pickguard where all the electronics are attached. The stratocaster has tree single coil pickups and they are selected with a 5 way blade switch. The position most rearward on the switch selects the bridge position pickup. The next position right selects the bridge and the middle pickups. The middle position on the pickup selector selects the middle pickup on the guitar. The next position selects the middle pickup and the neck pickup. And the selector position closest to the neck selects the neck pickup. The neck is a maple neck with a maple fretboard and 22 jumbo frets. The neck is not too thick and not too thin. The headstock is the iconic Fender shaped headstock with 6 tuners in a line. The bridge of the guitar is the well known Fender tremolo system which is the weakest part of the guitar.

    UTILIZATION

    The strat shape is very comfortable. The contours on the body are perfect. This model has the rolled fret edges with make the neck comfortable as well. Some Fender Strats have a lot of gloss on the back of the neck which makes the neck sticky and hard to play on. The finish on the back of the neck on this guitar is just right. It has the dark color like a vintage strat without the sticky feel. Many guitarists do not like the large neck join that is on stratocasters. The neck is attached with four bolts in a large square joint. For some people this large square block may get in the way of their playing on the high frets. The radius on the fretboard is no super flat so you can still do large chords without hurting your hand. The American Standard Stratocaster incorporates bent steel Fender saddles. The original vintage-style Fender bent steel adjustable saddle is one of the components that give vintage Fenders their unique tone. Then Fender improved them, narrowing the spacing to afford more room (and complement the bigger frets and rolled edges), and also elongated the string slot to reduce friction and string breakage, while improving the string break angle over the primary contact point. The screws on the bridge can sometimes be sharp and get into your hand. The tone block is a special alloy that is blended with copper and is 100% homogeneous so it will produce a better tone.

    SOUNDS

    Fender Stratocasters are known for their twangy sound. This guitar is no different. The bridge pickup gives a twangy bassy sound that you will instantly recognize. When you combine the bridge and the middle pickups the two pickups cancel out each others noise. So in this position the guitar is quieter plus it has its own tone. The neck and the middle pickup also have the same feature. When you combine them the pickups cancel out each other noise. The neck pickup is great for solos and chord playing. For me single coil pickups are better suited for clean playing or low gain playing. With a high gain metal sound the pickups will be very noisy and will have a good tone. Under high gain single coils sound harsh and tinny. With a clean tone they sound great and have a good amount of clarity. With a clean tone a good single coil will get you a bell like tone. Single coil pickups because of their design will pickup back ground noise. They are not naturally hum cancelling like humbuckers are. Over the years Fender has made the pickups quieter and quieter but they can never be totally quiet like humbuckers with the design they have.

    OVERALL OPINION

    The Fender Strat is an icon in the guitar industry. It has been played for over 50 years by countless famous guitar players. Its classic design and tone means it will always be a benchmark in the guitar world. With its twang and bell like tone it will always find a place in music somewhere. If you are looking for a good solid guitar for country or light rock you can get the Fender American Standard Stratocaster. Once you start playing a stratocaster you join the group of many famous guitar players who have made their living with a strat in their hands.
  • iamqmaniamqman

    American Standard!!

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]Publié le 11/07/11 à 18:13
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    One of the single greatest accomplishments in musical history. The Fender Stratocaster is easily the most recognized guitar and one for the most versatile guitars in the world. These guitars have been played by almost every guitar player in the word at one time or another. They have been feature on countless recordings and touring from every stage under the sun. They even have a tribute festival dedicated to the guitar it self for its 50th anniversary. So to say that these guitars has left an impression on the musical world would be an understatement.

    UTILIZATION

    * Solid alder body (urethane finish)
    * Modern C-shaped maple neck with rich, deep neck tint, glossed neck front with satin back
    * 22 medium jumbo frets
    * 3 hot American Strat single-coil pickups
    * Delta-tone™ no-load circuit (includes high output bridge pickup and special no-load tone control for middle and bridge pickups)
    * Bent steel Fender saddles
    * Copper Infused Cast Strat® Bridge Block (steel with copper- 100% metal) for Increased Mass and Improved Tone
    * Thinner undercoat for improved body resonance
    * American 2-point trem
    * Rosewood or maple fretboard
    * Staggered machine heads
    * Fender SKB hardshell case, cable, strap, and polishing cloth


    SOUNDS

    These guitars sound amazing in any format you put them in. They are an essential element of music and will be until judgment day. When it comes to the sound of a Strat there really is no other. I hear guys talk about finding a Strat sounding guitar and look to Suhr and Anderson and completely bypass the sound that started it all. The sound is everyone from Jimmy to John Mayor and in between.

    I play rock music and this guitar is great for my style. I love Charvels and will probably put this guitar down when I get one of those. I prefer humbuckers to the single coils.

    OVERALL OPINION

    I would recommend this guitar to any guitar player. Everyone needs a Fender Strat in their arsenal. A great everyday guitar and a players dream. So many tonal possibilities that will accompany anything musical genre from pop to modern rock.

    At new you can pick one of these guitars up for right around $1099, which isn't bad for an American rock legend. You can find them on the used market for right around $650. So even the used ones hold there value pretty well.
  • iamqmaniamqman

    Olympique guitares

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]Publié le 22/07/11 à 22:59
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    Fender is probably the biggest music company in the world when it comes to amp and guitars. They have been played all over the world from beginner learning guitar players to the best professionals in the world. Any guitar who has ever been playing the guitar longer than a few year most likely have picked up owned a Fender Stratocaster at some point.

    This is one of the standard American Stratocaster's that you would see on most guitar shops. It is great guitar and no complaint other than the terrible pickups. You have to replace every pickup in every Fender guitar. So just chalk that up on dumping another $150 or so on pickups and installation.

    * American Standard Stratocaster Bridge
    * Bridge Component Specifics
    * Neck Gloss and Tint
    * Thinner Body Undercoat
    * Fender SKB Case

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster Features:

    * Color: Olympic White
    * Body: Alder
    * Finish: Polyurethane Finish
    * Thinner Undercoat Finish for Improved Resonance
    * Neck: Maple, Tinted Neck with Gloss Front/Satin Back
    * Fretboard: Rosewood, 9.5"
    * Rolled Fretboard Edges
    * Number of Frets: 22, Medium-Jumbo
    * Scale Length: 25.5"
    * Nut: Melamine, Width: 1.685"
    * Hardware: Chrome
    * Machine Heads: Fender Deluxe Staggered Cast/Sealed Tuning Keys
    * Bridge: 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with American Standard Bent Steel Saddles
    * Copper Infused High-mass 100% Metal Bridge Block
    * Pickguard: 3-Ply Parchment
    * Pickups: American Strat Single-Coil Pickups
    * Pickup Switching: 5-Position Blade
    * Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1.(Neck pickup), Tone 2. Delta Tone™ (Middle and Bridge)
    * Case: Molded Fender/SKB Case included with TSA Locks, Glass Reinforced Nylon Trigger Latches, and Form Fitted Plush interior
    * Accessories: Cable, strap, polishing cloth, trem arm, wrenches

    UTILIZATION

    Details
    Body Material Ash
    Body Finish Urethane Finish
    Color Olympic White
    Neck Material Maple, Bolt-on
    Neck Shape Modern C
    Scale Length 25.5"
    Fingerboard Material Rosewood, 9.5" Radius
    Fingerboard Inlay White Dots
    Number of Frets 22
    Nut Width 1.685"
    Bridge/Tailpiece Tremolo
    Tuners Deluxe Staggered

    SOUNDS

    This guitar will work in any environment. They sound good with Fender amps and they sound goo with Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifiers as well as they sound with any Marshall. They sound just flat out amazing to me. The tone of these guitars do not change from any other Fender Stratocaster that anyone has ever played. If you have played one American Fender Stratocaster than you know exactly how one sounds. There isn't too much variation of tone between Strats. They either sound like a Strat or they sound like a Strat. You can tell the difference in a Gibson Les Paul, a Fender Telecaster, and Fender Stratocaster. They each have their won tone and sound that uniquely their own.


    OVERALL OPINION

    At new these guitars come in right at around $999, which is a great price for an American made fender or any other American made guitar. This is a classic piece and an instrument that will last a lifetime of joy. You can pick these up just about anywhere Fender guitars are sold. These come in used about $700 which they hold their value quite well on the used market.
  • iamqmaniamqman

    La beauté est surréaliste

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]Publié le 25/07/11 à 20:28
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    Fender is probably the biggest music company in the world when it comes to amp and guitars. They have been played all over the world from beginner learning guitar players to the best professionals in the world. Any guitar who has ever been playing the guitar longer than a few year most likely have picked up owned a Fender Stratocaster at some point.

    The Fender Stratocatser is an American icon and an American classic guitar. These guitars have been feature on countless stages and records for 50+ years. This is a nice guitar for those who need a comfortable neck and the look of it is just beauty. This is one of my favorite sunburst that Fender does on their guitars. It is just exquisite.

    UTILIZATION

    * Solid alder body (urethane finish)
    * Modern C-shaped maple neck with rich, deep neck tint, glossed neck front with satin back
    * 22 medium jumbo frets
    * 3 hot American Strat single-coil pickups
    * Delta-tone™ no-load circuit (includes high output bridge pickup and special no-load tone control for middle and bridge pickups)
    * Bent steel Fender saddles
    * Copper Infused Cast Strat® Bridge Block (steel with copper- 100% metal) for Increased Mass and Improved Tone
    * Thinner undercoat for improved body resonance
    * American 2-point trem
    * Rosewood or maple fretboard
    * Staggered machine heads
    * Fender SKB hardshell case, cable, strap, and polishing cloth


    SOUNDS

    These guitars sound great with any amp you plug it into. This is one of those guitars that just sound great in any application with any effects or any distortion pedal. It is just an instrument that is begging to be played and played hard. This is a players guitar that needs to be beat on and driven to the edge.

    I prefer to play a Marshall style amp with a Fender Straocaster. It sounds great as a nice blues guitar and gets those neck pickup tone with a great. These guitars have so much style and flare. I like to play blues with these guitars but that is just what naturally come out when I pick up one of these instruments.

    OVERALL OPINION

    At new these guitars come in right at around $1150, which is a great price for this guitar. It has a great weight and feel on the neck. The tone is just awesome but I would recommend changing the pickups. Like all Fender guitars the pickups need to be switched out as soon as you get it home. In fact don't even take it home order some pickups and just take it to you guitar tech for a pro setup and pickup switch.
  • iamqmaniamqman

    Un démarrage très sexy

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]Publié le 02/08/11 à 05:45
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    First off this is one of my favorite looking Strats that Fender has come out with. I might be partial to this guitar because one of my best buddies owns this very guitar. So I have spend a lot of time with it. Other than my first STrat I have ever bought this one is my favorite piece that I have ever played.

    This is the Sienna color sunburst on this guitar. It is a transparent color that you can actually see the wood grain through the paint. This is a very cool and artistic treatment to this guitar. There will be an up charge for this paint job so you have to like the color otherwise it is not worth the extra cost.

    UTILIZATION

    Sienna Sunburst

    Neck
    Neck Shape: Modern "C" Shape
    Number of Frets: 22
    Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
    Position Inlays: Black Dot Position Inlays
    Fretboard Radius: 9.5" (24.1 cm)
    Fretboard: Rosewood or Maple
    Neck Material: Maple
    Neck Finish: Gloss Headstock Face with Satin Urethane Finish on Back of Neck
    Nut Width: 1.685" (42.8 mm)
    Scale Length: 25.5" (64.8 cm)
    Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Neck Plate with Micro-Tilt
    Truss Rods: Bi-Flex Truss Rod System
    Truss Rod Nut: 1/8" American Series Nut
    Electronics
    Pickup Configuration: S/S/S
    Bridge Pickup: American Strat Single-Coil Pickup
    Middle Pickup: American Strat Single-Coil Pickup
    Neck Pickup: American Strat Single-Coil Pickup
    Pickup Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup
    Special Electronics: No-Load Tone Control
    Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck Pickup), Tone 2. No-Load Tone Control (Middle and Bridge Pickups)
    Hardware
    Hardware: Chrome
    Bridge: 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Vintage Style Bent Steel Saddles
    Tuning Machines: Deluxe Staggered Cast/Sealed Tuning Machines
    String Nut: Synthetic Bone
    Switch Tip: Parchment Switch Tip
    Tremolo Arm/Handle: American Standard Series Tremolo Arm

    SOUNDS

    Every Fender Stratocaster I have ever played needed the pickups replaced. So for every Fender Strat out there you are going to have to replace the pickups. It amazes me that someone like Fender who have build some of the world best guitars and amps completely and utterly fail at making pickups. Its not only Fender but Gibson pickups suck as well. Their pickups have to be the most horrible garbage sounding pickups in the world. I'm sure that someone out there has topped them but their pickups are just trash.

    Any old amp will do with this guitar. I like all Strats with a good old Fender amp. I also play them with a Marshall amp but this one in particular I have played with a PEavey CLassic 50. OK amp not for me but the guitar shines through that amp though. This guitar will also work for any style of music except most of the drop tuning stuff. You won't be able to get a deep thick fat metal tone from this guitar. Any of you are into that kind of music you already know that. Other than that it will suit most players just fine.

    OVERALL OPINION

    AT new you can find these amps for right at around $1150, that is a bit of an up charge for this sunburst sienna color. a little bit more time involved getting this thing to look this way so there is an extra charge. Well worth it if you dig this color combination with the maple fretboard.
  • iamqmaniamqman

    Coule comme du beurre, comme des sautes ....

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]Publié le 02/08/11 à 06:19
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    The Fender Strat could be the best guitar that has ever been created. Not a fan of three single coils as I am some humbuckers but this is a gem of an instrument. Fender is the kind of the single and yet classic looking guitars. The Stratocatser in one of the most iconic guitar that this world has ever known. Second and third would probably be the Fender Telecatser and the Gibson Les Paul. There is a soul and tone that comes from this guitar that no other guitar can match. It is silky and resonant which just a hint of aggression.

    This guitar is a Sienna sunburst with a rosewood fretboard. The sienna sunburst is very cool and one of my favorite colors on this guitar but I don't think it matches the rosewood as much as the maple. I like the rosewood on the traditional 3 tone sunburst but not with the sienna. It is too dark with this transparent job.

    UTILIZATION


    Fender American Standard Stratocaster Sienna Sunburst Rosewood Fretboard Features:


    * Solid alder body (urethane finish)
    * Modern C-shaped maple neck with rich, deep neck tint, glossed neck front with satin back
    * 22 medium jumbo frets
    * 3 hot American Strat single-coil pickups
    * Delta-tone™ no-load circuit (includes high output bridge pickup and special no-load tone control for middle and bridge pickups)
    * Bent steel Fender saddles
    * Copper Infused Cast Strat® Bridge Block (steel with copper- 100% metal) for Increased Mass and Improved Tone
    * Thinner undercoat for improved body resonance
    * American 2-point trem
    * Rosewood or maple fretboard
    * Staggered machine heads
    * Fender SKB hardshell case, cable, strap, and polishing cloth


    SOUNDS

    The first thing is that this guitar is built to rock. Their is a soul that not another guitar can capture like this instrument. I would have to replace the pickups in these guitars because Fender pickups are just terrible. They are worse than Gibson pickups and those sound like garbage. Other than that the guitar is a true gem to be played.


    This guitar sound great in any amps mix. No matter what your amp is or what set of preamp tubes or power tubes you have this guitar will just sound excellent. You get a great tone out of a Fender amp and will get you those classic vibe cleans sounds. If you play with a Marshall plexi style amp just get a Big Muff fuzz box and you will be killing it with some Jimi Hendrix tones.

    OVERALL OPINION

    At new you can pick these guitars up for right around $1149, which is a great price for an American made guitar. There is a bit of an up charge on this sienna burst over the other models since there is a little more work involved with this paint job. This is classic guitar and meant to be cherished and played. You can abuse these guitars and they will stay true to you. I highly recommend everyone to own at least one Fender Stratocaster at least some point in your life. Everyone deserves a little soul.
  • iamqmaniamqman

    Oohh La La

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]Publié le 02/08/11 à 20:45
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    This is a cool looking guitar to say the least. The pearl is almost a metallic look or even a gray color. A very elegant look to a classic guitar. This is one of the most distinguishable guitars that has ever been build. This guitar has such a look and allure that can only be rock n roll and only Fender. I like the pearl look but I think it would look a little better in combination with an all maple neck and fretboard. I think that look would match better to this pearl color.

    UTILIZATION


    Fender American Standard Stratocaster Blizzard Pearl Rosewood Fretboard Features:


    * Solid alder body (urethane finish)
    * Modern C-shaped maple neck with rich, deep neck tint, glossed neck front with satin back
    * 22 medium jumbo frets
    * 3 hot American Strat single-coil pickups
    * Delta-tone™ no-load circuit (includes high output bridge pickup and special no-load tone control for middle and bridge pickups)
    * Bent steel Fender saddles
    * Copper Infused Cast Strat® Bridge Block (steel with copper- 100% metal) for Increased Mass and Improved Tone
    * Thinner undercoat for improved body resonance
    * American 2-point trem
    * Rosewood or maple fretboard
    * Staggered machine heads
    * Fender SKB hardshell case, cable, strap, and polishing cloth


    SOUNDS

    This particular one has a nice body paint on it that you don't always see around. This guitar will work in any environment. They sound good with fender amps and they sound goo with Mesa Boogie Dual Rectifiers as well as they sound with any Marshall. They sound just flat out amazing to me.

    The tone of this guitar is exquisite. These guitars do not change from any other Fender Stratocaster that anyone has ever played. The tone of this guitar is just one of a kind. If you have played one American Fender Stratocaster than you know exactly how one sounds. There isn't too much variation of tone between Strats. They either sound like a Strat or they sound like a Strat. You can tell the difference in a Gibson Les Paul, a Fender Telecaster, and Fender Stratocaster. Something to be said about the original and you can get boutique all you want but the Fender Strat is still a staple in rock music. You can find these guitars played by some of the most famous musicians around the world. Everyone and their grandmother seems to have played this guitar at one time or another.



    OVERALL OPINION

    You can pick these guitars up new right at around $10oo, which is a great price for an American made fender Stratocatser guitar. This is a player's guitar and not a custom or showroom piece. This guitar is meant to be played. You will have no problem getting a great sound out of this guitar. It is a solid built guitar that will have a large amount of cushion and soul for your enjoyment.
  • iamqmaniamqman

    Ax de Nice

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]Publié le 09/08/11 à 07:02
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    Fender is probably the biggest music company in the world when it comes to amp and guitars. The Fender Stratocatser is an American icon and an American classic guitar. Any guitar who has ever been playing the guitar longer than a few year most likely have picked up owned a Fender Stratocaster at some point. They have been played all over the world from beginner learning guitar players to the best professionals in the world. These guitars have been feature on countless stages and records for 50+ years. This is a nice guitar for those who need a comfortable neck and the look of it is just beauty. This is one of my favorite sunburst that Fender does on their guitars. It is just exquisite.

    UTILIZATION


    Fender American Standard Stratocaster Features:

    * Color: Candy Cola
    * Body: Alder
    * Finish: Polyurethane Finish
    * Thinner Undercoat Finish for Improved Resonance
    * Neck: Maple, Tinted Neck with Gloss Front/Satin Back
    * Fretboard: Maple, 9.5"
    * Rolled Fretboard Edges
    * Number of Frets: 22, Medium-Jumbo
    * Scale Length: 25.5"
    * Nut: Melamine, Width: 1.685"
    * Hardware: Chrome
    * Machine Heads: Fender Deluxe Staggered Cast/Sealed Tuning Keys
    * Bridge: 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with American Standard Bent Steel Saddles
    * Copper Infused High-mass 100% Metal Bridge Block
    * Pickguard: 3-Ply Parchment
    * Pickups: American Standard Single-Coil Pickups
    * Pickup Switching: 5-Position Blade
    * Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1.(Neck pickup), Tone 2. Delta Tone™ (Middle and Bridge)
    * Case: Molded Fender/SKB Case included with TSA Locks, Glass Reinforced Nylon Trigger Latches, and Form Fitted Plush interior
    * Accessories: Cable, strap, polishing cloth, trem arm, wrenches
    * Weight: 7.7 lbs

    SOUNDS

    I prefer to play a Marshall style amp with a Fender Straocaster. It sounds great as a nice blues guitar and gets those neck pickup tone with a great. These guitars have so much style and flare. I like to play blues with these guitars but that is just what naturally come out when I pick up one of these instruments. These guitars sound great with any amp you plug it into. This is one of those guitars that just sound great in any application with any effects or any distortion pedal. It is just an instrument that is begging to be played and played hard. This is a players guitar that needs to be beat on and driven to the edge.


    OVERALL OPINION

    At new these guitars come in right at around $999, which is a great price for this guitar. It has a great weight and feel on the neck. Like all Fender guitars the pickups need to be switched out as soon as you get it home. In fact don't even take it home order some pickups and just take it to you guitar tech for a pro setup and pickup switch. The tone is just awesome but I would recommend changing the pickups.
  • iamqmaniamqman

    Intouchable!

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]Publié le 09/08/11 à 07:47
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    Fender is the top dog and no matter how many boutique builders there are out there, no one will dethrone the king dog. They have been played all over the world from beginner learning guitar players to the best professionals in the world. Any guitar who has ever been playing the guitar longer than a few year most likely have picked up owned a Fender Stratocaster at some point.

    My very first guitar was Fender Strat but with the standard three single coil operation. It was the classic look of the three tone sunburst, but I have always love red guitars. The famous U2 song "Desire" is a big attribute to that. When Bono says " with a red guitar....on fire...Desssire"....and so on it just lasted in my head and every since I was a kid I have loved red guitars.

    UTILIZATION

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    Neck
    Neck Shape: Modern "C" Shape
    Number of Frets: 22
    Fret Size: Medium Jumbo
    Position Inlays: Black Dot Position Inlays
    Fretboard Radius: 9.5" (24.1 cm)
    Fretboard: Rosewood or Maple
    Neck Material: Maple
    Neck Finish: Gloss Headstock Face with Satin Urethane Finish on Back of Neck
    Nut Width: 1.685" (42.8 mm)
    Scale Length: 25.5" (64.8 cm)
    Neck Plate: 4-Bolt Neck Plate with Micro-Tilt™
    Truss Rods: Bi-Flex™ Truss Rod System
    Truss Rod Nut: 1/8" American Series Nut
    Electronics
    Pickup Configuration: S/S/S
    Bridge Pickup: American Strat® Single-Coil Pickup
    Middle Pickup: American Strat® Single-Coil Pickup
    Neck Pickup: American Strat® Single-Coil Pickup
    Pickup Switching: 5-Position Blade: Position 1. Bridge Pickup, Position 2. Bridge and Middle Pickup, Position 3. Middle Pickup, Position 4. Middle and Neck Pickup, Position 5. Neck Pickup
    Special Electronics: No-Load Tone Control
    Controls: Master Volume, Tone 1. (Neck Pickup), Tone 2. No-Load Tone Control (Middle and Bridge Pickups)
    Hardware
    Hardware: Chrome
    Bridge: 2-Point Synchronized Tremolo with Vintage Style Bent Steel Saddles
    Tuning Machines: Deluxe Staggered Cast/Sealed Tuning Machines
    String Nut: Synthetic Bone
    Switch Tip: Parchment Switch Tip
    Tremolo Arm/Handle: American Standard Series Tremolo Arm

    SOUNDS

    There is a reason why these guitars have been copied the world over and still remain one of the most classic icon on music history. The tone from this guitar is absolute top notch. This is an extremely versatile guitar with the 5 way selector and humbucking and single coil operation. Any old amp will do with this guitar. This guitar will connect with you like no other guitar can and probably ever will. I love the way this guitar sounds with a good old Fender Bassman or a Marshall plexi amp. Use an Ibanez tube screamer in front and an analog delay ad you will be set for a great classic rock tone. The soul from this guitar is just magical and pleasant. This fine instrument is so silky and smooth that is makes you amp sing like it was meant to be together.

    OVERALL OPINION

    These guitars range from around $999- $1300 depending on the features and setup that comes with these guitars. Some of them are higher due to the paint job and the specs. But all of them sound about the same and they all feel really good in the hands. I would recommend everyone who loves playing the guitar to own one of these fine instruments. They are such a treat to the ears.
  • King LoudnessKing Loudness

    Le standard (américain)

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]Publié le 12/08/11 à 07:46
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    Ah, the Fender American Standard Strat! The guitar that is the benchmark for everything that Fender bases its Strat line around and the guitar that everything is judged against for tone and feel. It must be good...

    They're built right in the USA at Fender's plant in Corona California. They come in a variety of wild and cool colours and are available with maple or rosewood fretboards as well as in SSS or HSS models. The guitar features an alder body, a maple neck with 22 frets, sealed Fender tuners, a 2 point pivot Fender tremolo, and American Standard Fender pickups/electronics. Basically, it's what a typical Strat looks like, but in the modern age. The Olympic White finish of this particular model harkens back to the days of a certain James Marshall Hendrix... anyone? Woodstock '69 baby!

    UTILIZATION

    The design of the Strat has ebbed and flowed through the years, with various small design changes. However the guitar has basically settled down and what is for sale now is basically a great evolution of the vintage Strat brought into the modern age. The weight of these guitars is pretty good. Some of the ash bodied ones are definitely on the weighty side, but the alder ones seem to have a good medium weight to them that sits on the body well. Upper fret access is what it is on these guitars... not the best, but certainly quite useable.

    Getting a good tone out of these guitars is fairly easy thanks to their updated pickups and electronics. The new (2010/2011) USA pickups being put in these guitars are a real shocker... the pure Strat tone is there in spades. Everything from the glassy shimmer of cleans to the dark and earthy undertones of a driven sound from Hell is backed by that unmistakable voicing.

    SOUNDS

    I've tried many variations of the American Standard Strat over the years using different Fender, Marshall and Mesa Boogie amplifiers. The older ones lack a little bit of that crisp aura that makes a Strat a GOOD Strat. However, the new ones have some sort of pixie dust mojo thing going on... cool vibe. Starting with the cleans, I was really stoked about how the glassy shimmer and sparkle that marks a good Strat was very present in these newer American Standards. The clean sounds were some of the most enjoyable I've tried in a while. Plugged into a good Fender amp, I was able to dial in some awesome tones ranging all the way from the 50s into the modern day, all without missing a beat.

    The overdrive tones are really cool as well. I was able to dial in some great Jeff Beck esque tone summits that were probably the highlight of my testing experience. The guitar handled whatever gain I threw at it and responded with a delightful Stratty "snap" that was eerily enjoyable. It's not quite as smooth/refined sounding as the American Deluxes, but it makes up for it with a more honest and rippin' tone that is most certainly a killer Strat.



    OVERALL OPINION

    All in all I feel as though Fender is onto a winner with these guitars and for the $1,000 new they cost (including the TSA approved SKB hard case) it's just a no brainer. If you want a great and true sounding Strat and need the more classic styling and the knowledge that a killer company is backing you all the way, get the Fender American Standard... truly an icon.
  • King LoudnessKing Loudness

    Juste une icône

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]Publié le 12/08/11 à 19:23
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    The Fender American Standard Strat was designed at the time of Fender's buyout from large conglomerate CBS. It was meant to bring everything that was good about vintage Strats and combine it with modern day features that players were requesting. It has been built virtually unchanged since 1986 and it still stands today as a premier guitar.

    They're built at Fender's factory in Corona California, in the good ol' US of A. They come in a variety of wild and cool colours and are available with maple or rosewood fretboards as well as in SSS or HSS models. The guitar features an alder body, a maple neck with 22 frets, sealed Fender tuners, a 2 point pivot Fender tremolo, and American Standard Fender pickups/electronics. Basically, it's what a typical Strat looks like, but in the modern age. It comes in a variety of colours to suit a variety of different tastes... there's something here for everyone!






    UTILIZATION

    Minimal design changes have been done to this guitar over the years, with only a few basic changes in design. However the guitar has basically settled down and what is for sale now is basically a great evolution of the vintage Strat brought into the modern age. These guitars have a great weight range for sure. Some of the ash bodied ones are definitely on the weighty side, but the alder ones seem to have an excellent light to medium weight to them that rests on the body well. Upper fret access is what it is on these guitars... it's been good enough for many players over the years.

    Getting a good tone out of these guitars is fairly easy thanks to their updated pickups and electronics. The newer model USA pickups being put in these guitars are really something else... the pure Strat tone is there in spades. Everything from the charming top end of cleans to the sweet and saucy undertones of a driven rock and roll machine is backed by that unmistakable Fender sound.

    SOUNDS

    I've tried many variations of the American Standard Strat over the years using different Fender, Marshall and Mesa Boogie amplifiers. The older ones tend to lack a certain crispiness that makes a Strat as good as it is. However, the newer ones have some sort of pixie dust mojo thing going on... very cool! Starting with the clean tones, I was really stoked about how the glassy textures and sparkle that marks a good Strat was very present in these newer American Standard guitars. The clean sounds were some of the most enjoyable I've tried in a while. Plugged into a good Fender amp, I was able to dial in some awesome tones ranging all the way from the 50s into the modern day, all without missing a single beat.

    The overdrive tones are really cool as well. I was able to dial in some great Jeff Beck and Eric Johnson esque tone summits that were certainly the highlight of my testing experience. The guitar handled whatever gain levels I threw at it and responded with a delightful Stratty "snap" that was eerily enjoyable. It's not quite as smooth/refined sounding as the American Deluxes, but it makes up for it with a more honest and sincerely killer tone that is most certainly a killer Strat.

    OVERALL OPINION

    All in all I feel as though Fender is really at the top of their game. They are about $1,000 new with TSA approved flight case, which is a killer deal. If you are looking for a very real sounding Strat and need the vintage meets modern look and the feeling that you're playing an icon, get the Fender American Standard Stratocaster!
  • King LoudnessKing Loudness

    Une version de cendres du début Unis

    Fender American Standard Stratocaster [2008-2012]Publié le 14/08/11 à 04:02
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    The USA Strat has had many different versions made over the years. This is a slight departure from the main model in that it features an ash body and is finished in a striking see through finish called Sienna Sunburst which really is eye catching and fits the ash grain really well.

    Since 1986 they have been built right in California right where they should be. The Sienna Sunburst finish like I mentioned is a really striking finish overall. This particular model has a maple neck and fretboard (my personal favourite) and is equipped with three single coils. The guitar features an ash body (for different tonal effects), a maple neck with 22 frets, sealed Fender tuners, a 2 point pivot Fender tremolo, and American Standard Fender pickups/electronics. Basically, it's what a typical Strat looks like, but in the modern age. Fender has slowly been refining the Strat since redesigning it in the 1980s and at this point they're just turning out some truly awesome guitars.




    UTILIZATION

    There have only been a few different things done to change and enhance the guitar since its (re)introduction in 1986. What is presented here and what is for sale now is basically the perfect path from vintage to modern. These guitars have a great weight to them. The ash ones are sometimes heavier (as this one is) but the alder ones are excellent light to medium weight instruments that fits on the body well overall. Regardless of the body wood, the contouring and feel of these guitars is very good and it feels very real. Upper fret access is what it is on these guitars... it's been good enough for many players over the years.

    Getting a good tone out of these guitars is not difficult because of the awesome pickups used. The newer model USA pickups being put in these guitars are really something else... the pure Strat tone is there in spades. Everything from the jangly top end of cleans to the bright and raunchy undertones of a driven rock and roll machine is backed by that unmistakable Fender sound.


    SOUNDS

    I've tried many variations of the American Standard Strat over the years using different Fender, Marshall and Mesa Boogie amplifiers. The older ones tend to lack a certain crispiness that makes a Strat as good as it is. However, the newer ones have some sort of pixie dust mojo thing going on... very cool! Starting with the clean tones, I was really stoked about how the glassy textures and sparkle that marks a good Strat was very present in these newer American Standard guitars. The clean sounds were some of the most enjoyable I've tried in a while. Plugged into a good Fender amp, I was able to dial in some awesome tones ranging all the way from the '50s into the modern day, all without missing a single beat. The ash guitar is definitely brighter than the alder bodied ones I've tried overall and it sounds a little more like a '50s Strat (brighter and jangly) compared to the thicker and heavier sound of the alder ones.

    The overdrive tones are really cool as well. I was able to dial in some great Eric Johnson esque tone summits that were certainly the highlight of my testing experience. The guitar handled whatever gain levels I threw at it and responded with a delightful Stratty "snap" that was eerily enjoyable. The ash body has a really unique quality that works really well with overdrive and has more of an honest quality... it's brighter and a bit thinner with a more scooped midrange, but it sits so well with gain that it balances out quite nicely. It's not quite as smooth/refined sounding as the American Deluxes, but it makes up for it with a more honest and sincerely killer tone that is most certainly a killer Strat.


    OVERALL OPINION

    The Fender American Standard Strat is definitely a force to be reckoned with. They're about $1,200 new for the ash model (about $200 more). They also come with a sweet TSA approved flight case too. Definitely a wise one to try if you want a slightly different sounding Strat. It's a bit like comparing a '50s Strat to a '60s one, it can be hard but if you know what you want you'll make the right choice. Either way you can't go wrong. These guitars are super consistent and all sound/feel awesome.