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The differences between american standard and new american. Fender stratocaster american professional electric guitars. Just noticed that the headstock decal on the new fender line no longer states made in usa rather, it now just states corona, ca. Launching january 2017, fender introduces its flagship product for the fender u. The fender american professional precision bass displays perfection in its simplistic and welldesigned craftsmanship. Fender american professional stratocaster and telecaster.
We used a fender rumble 500 combo and he agreed to strung it as mine with daddario flatwounds ecb81. The whole fender range is along for the ride in this upgraded collection, including strats, jazzmasters, and jags. Aug 02, 2017 the driver behind the name change is the need for fender to increase profit margin. Some cosmetic tear and wear is visible, such but not limited to scratches, dings, andor chips. Its practically impossible to overstate the significance of fenders brandnew american professional series of guitars and basses. We took a look at an american professional stratocaster with maple fretboard and an american. Recognizing it was time to refresh the stratocaster line, the american standard series was retired and replaced by the professional series.
Fender announces american professional series guitars and. Out with the standard and in with the professional, as fender overhauls its us workhorses for 2017. Fender stratocaster 2017 american professional series black. Get the full run down on this new fender series, covering everything from the new treble bleed. In january 2017, fender released its american professional series lineupan extensive array of their classic guitars and basses stratocaster, telecaster, jazzmaster, jaguar, precision bass all. A proud testament of our 70 years of knowledge, technology, and experience making iconic instruments, the american professional gives. Fender american professional stratocaster 2017 sienna. Fender american professional telecaster electric guitar samash. Change the string tree on the player and put some fat 50s in it and there you have a 22 fret american standard with a black plastic truss insert but made in mexico. American professional jazzmaster american professional. Pr the american professional series invites a new generation of players to express themselves with an original, toneful and. With the introduction of fenders new flagship american professional series, the choice for working guitarists who want a gig and studioworthy instrument with just the right balance of classic tones, familiar feel and modern refinements is easier than ever. The new fender 2017 american professional series has arrived.
This flagship line was made to replace the american standard series, first introduced in 1987. Three things are upgrades on the american professional neck from the american standard. This telecaster is part of fenders latest american professional series, which essentially supersedes the companys longlived american standard range. Fender american professional series wildwood guitars. Mar 15, 2017 with the introduction of fenders new flagship american professional series, the choice for working guitarists who want a gig and studioworthy instrument with just the right balance of classic tones, familiar feel and modern refinements is easier than ever. They have found a way to add to the incredible heritage of the stratocaster, telecaster and the rest of the fender family. A familiar feel the professional certainly feels like an oldschool strat. To me it seems like a real professional strat however i still prefer the 2012 to 2016 american standard strats with the fat 50s pickups. This isnt just another new series among many others the american professional instruments are replacing fenders longestrunning, megaselling american standard model range. And how is it different than the american standard series. With an allnew modernsounding vmod pickups, new finishes, a deep c neck profile and more, the fender american professional series is perfect for players of all levels who want a truly professional instrument.
New pickups, such as the vmod single coil, and shawbucker humbucker pickups, along with new colors, and fresh models propel the american professional series into an. So, i bought a 2019 fender limited edition american professional stratocaster daphne blue solid rosewood neck. Packed with the fundamental fender bass sound you know and love, these singlecoil pickups crank out highoutput tone with vintage warmth and the crisp, clear sound that made fender a legend. You are looking at a fender stratocaster 2017 american professional series black electric guitar. Fender american professional series stratocaster 2017. Pickups vmod jazz bass pickups are modified versions of our classic vintage pickup designs. At the end of 2016 fender launched the new american professional series which is due to take over from the popular american standard. Fender american professional telecaster electric guitar. Fender american professional series jazzmaster for sale on reverb.
And while the american standard series is a highly popular option for players of all ilk, the professional series aims to give fender electric guitars and basses a modern tuneup while. Experience the american professional series for yourself your next fender guitar is ready and waiting now at sweetwater. Fender 2017 limited edition american professional jazzmaster electric guitar with elite molded case, 22 frets, modern deep c. Fender american professional series telecaster reverb. Dec 19, 2016 tell me more about the fender american professional series. Shop for the fender american professional stratocaster rosewood fingerboard electric guitar in 3color sunburst and receive free shipping and guaranteed lowest price. Well, yes, but as of 2017, the american standards are dead. The american professional series consists of several stratocasters with standard triple singlecoil.
Can it really be 31 years since the american standard range relaunched the fender ship and laid the foundation for todays uber brand. I finally had the chance to ab my 2014 american standard precision with the new professional series precision at rehearsal, thanks to a guy who bought it. Fender musical instruments corporation fmic sets the stage for 2017 with the launch of the american professional series, a new professionalgrade collection of electric guitars and basses debuting january 19 at namm 2017 in anaheim, calif. Apr 27, 2017 in january 2017, fender released its american professional series lineupan extensive array of their classic guitars and basses stratocaster, telecaster, jazzmaster, jaguar, precision bass all. Tell me more about the fender american professional series. With the new american professional series, fender has done the impossible. This isnt just another new series among many others the american professional instruments are replacing fenders longestrunning, mega. Fender musical instruments corporation fmic has set the stage for 2017 with the launch of the american professional series, a new professional grade collection of electric guitars and basses.
Shop for the fender american professional stratocaster maple fingerboard electric guitar in olympic white and receive free shipping and guaranteed lowest price. Fender launched the american standard series of guitars and basses in 1987, and the collection has been fenders flagship line for serious artists and players for nearly 30 years, but beginning december 7, 2016fender has replaced the venerable line with the new american professional series. Is a significant portion of the manufacturing being done now in the mexico plant that prevents fender from claiming that its made in usa. The lefthand model is offered in 3color sunburst, olympic white and black. As a staple of the fender lineup, this bass has been made with the utmost attention to detail for decades and withstands the test of time. The fender american professional series telecaster brings the companys original electric guitar rocketing into the 21st century with a full complement of upgraded electronics and appointments. Fender american professional stratocaster rosewood. Nov 15, 2017 fender musical instruments corporation fmic has set the stage for 2017 with the launch of the american professional series, a new professional grade collection of electric guitars and basses. Some of the instruments in fenders new american professional line. Fender takes a bold step by introducing the american. Get the full run down on this new fender series, covering everything from the new treble bleed circuit to the upgraded real bone nut. Americanmade fender instruments carry with them a powerful legacy, creating the iconic image of the electric guitar and ultimately defining the sound of rock n roll. Fender american professional stratocaster maple fingerboard.
Recognizing it was time to refresh the stratocaster line, the american standard series was. Fender musical instruments corporation fmic has set the stage for 2017 with the launch of the american professional series, a new professionalgrade collection of electric guitars and basses. Evolved for todays musician, the american professional jazz bass v combines modern features and materials with fenders craftsmanship and expertise to produce a truly contemporary bass. Fender announces new, flagship american professional series. Fender 2017 limited edition american professional jazzmaster.
Fender american professional series electric guitar strat. Pricing for the new american professional stratocaster is. The driver behind the name change is the need for fender to increase profit margin. We take a look at the new fender 2017 american professional series and discuss the differences between them and the fender american. With a combination of classic tone and modern appointments, the fender american professional series stratocaster is the next step in one of the most iconic instrument ever produced. Sporting a pair of vmod singlecoil pickups designed by guitar sensei tim shaw himself, each pup is custom designed for its placement to get the most. A beautiful example of what american professional craftsmanship looks like, this telecaster will ring true with the sound youve come to know and love from fender.
Dec 07, 2016 i finally had the chance to ab my 2014 american standard precision with the new professional series precision at rehearsal, thanks to a guy who bought it. Fender 2017 limited edition american professional jazzmaster electric guitar with elite molded case, 22 frets, modern deep c neck, ebony fingerboard, gloss polyurethane, silverburst. The fender 2017 american professional series features a huge range of different guitars and basses, in fact theres 92 in total, making it one of the biggest ranges fender have released in quite some time. Sam takes an exclusive first look at the brand spanking new 2017 fender american professional strat. If there was a mount rushmore for guitars and why isnt there. For electronics, the american professional jazz is outfitted with a pair of vmod jazz bass pickupsa clever singlecoil design from longtime fender builder michael bump that utilizes a blend of alnico 2 magnets on the bass side and alnico 5 magnets on the treble side. For 2017, the all new fender american professional series ups the ante, giving players a fresh, updated take on classic instruments. Get your know your gear t shirt and pick yourgeartshirt2016black special color shirts are at. Fender american professional series jazzmaster reverb. Fender american pro stratocaster 2017, maple neck, 3color sunburst wcase. Fender literally wrote the book on electric basses, laying the foundation for musical innovation and evolution.
A proud testament of our 70 years of knowledge, technology, and experience making iconic instruments, the american professional gives players the best of yesterday and today. American standard strat vs american professional strat the. Smanufactured line, the american professional series. The 2017 fender american professional series i think we can all rest a little easier knowing that fender has decided to bring back 3tsb and olympic white finishes though, i was really worried we wouldnt see those colours again.
The fender american professional series 2017 whats new and. The 2017 fender american professional tele youtube. I am interested in purchasing one of these anyone know where any are still for sale, new or used, in the us. The successor to the american standard, the fender american professional series is in stock at port mac guitars. On january 2017, fender officially launched their brand new american professional series of electric guitars. Dec 07, 2016 just noticed that the headstock decal on the new fender line no longer states made in usa rather, it now just states corona, ca. Fender american professional precision bass samash. Fender american professional series stratocaster reverb. I never had a problem with straight, but i can see where the fluted shafts are helpful to get a uniform downward wrap. The fender american professional series jazzmaster brings one of the companys favorite black sheep models in the 21st century with a complement of new. American professional jazz bass v electric basses fender.
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