Fender California Standard Monterey E Natural Sapele

• Orchestra with Fender pickup
• Laminated spruce top and laminated sapele body
• Natural Sapele Finish in high gloss finish
• Ivory pickguard
• Okoume neck with C-profile
• Walnut fingerboard with 20 frets and Pearloid Dot inlays
• Chrome-plated die-cast tuners
• 42.9 mm nut width and 647.6 mm scale length

Sound diversity with character

The Monterey impresses as a classic orchestra acoustic guitar with a detailed, overtone-rich sound that is perfect for singer-songwriters. The laminated spruce topTop:
The top is the upper part of the guitar body delivers a clear response, brilliant highs and a high level of responsiveness, which is impressive both when plucked lightly and when strummed hard. The laminated Sapele backFloor:
The term "back" refers to the lower part of a guitar, which serves as a resonating body. It is usually made of wood and influences the sound and volume of the instrument. andsidesFrame:
The frame is the side part of the guitar body that surrounds the cavity. It is usually made of wood and contributes to the stability and resonance of the guitar. provide tonal warmth and a pleasant mid-range coloration that lends the overall sound a robust depth and openness. This combination of woods enables a balance between brightness and fullness and makes the Monterey a flexible companion for a wide range of musical styles, from quiet folk to energetic pop or acoustic rock. Whether solo or in combination with other instruments: This guitar asserts itself with a lively sound that is convincing in every situation.

High playing comfort

The Fender California Standard Monterey E Natural Sapele impresses with its outstanding ergonomics, which suit both beginners and experienced guitarists. Its compactly shaped orchestra bodyBody:
The body is the body of a guitar. It is made of wood and influences the sound and resonance of the instrument. The sound of a guitar can vary depending on the shape and material of the body. sits comfortably against the body, while the C-shaped neckGuitar neck:
Maple neck made of okoume in combination with the velvety walnut fingerboardFretboard:
The fretboard is the part of the guitar on which the strings are fretted to produce different tones. It is made of wood and has metal frets that mark the different pitches. ensures a fluid playing feel. Chords can be picked up effortlessly and even complex passages are played with ease. With a nut widthNut width:
Nut width refers to the distance between the outermost strings at the top of a guitar's fretboard. A wider nut allows the strings to be placed further apart of 42.9 mm and a standard scale lengthScale length:
The scale length refers to the length of the vibrating string of a guitar. It determines the distance between the nut and the bridge and influences the sound and playability of the instrument. of 647.6 mm, the Monterey offers familiar fingerboard dynamics and comfortable string tension, creating the perfect conditions for strummingStrumming:
Strumming is a guitar playing technique in which you strike the strings with your fingers or a pick at regular intervals to create a rhythm. Different strumming techniques and patterns create the typical sound of the rhythm guitar., picking or melodic playing in any style.

Pickup with side preamp

Thanks to the built-in pickup system, this acoustic guitar can be connected to any amplification system in no time at all, which is a huge advantage during live performances, rehearsals or studio recordings. The practical controls for volume and timbre allow the sound to be shaped directly on the instrument itself - without any detours via external devices. This makes it easy to adapt the sound to the room acoustics, stage situation or personal preferences. A real plus in everyday use is the integrated chromatic tuner, which ensures precise tuning at all times. Even under difficult lighting conditions or in stressful live situations, the compact display is easy to read and blends in unobtrusively with the overall design of the guitar.