Squier Classic Vibe ‘50s Stratocaster review By James Farmer published 15 November 22 Squier does it again, with the only budget Strat you'll ever want (and need)
Fender Japan takes “heavy relic” to new heights with Michiya Haruhata’s new Masterbuilt signature Stratocaster By Matt Owen published 9 November 22 The pop-rock guitar star takes a traditional turn with his latest signature model, which was Masterbuilt by Fender's Jason Smith
Save a whopping $110 on the Fender HSS Player Strat with this top-tier Black Friday deal By Jackson Maxwell last updated 21 October 22 Ahead of the holidays, Guitar Center is offering a scintillating discount on the HSS Player Strat in Sienna Sunburst
Fender harnesses its heritage with all-new American Vintage II line of Stratocasters, Telecasters, Jazzmasters and basses By Matt Owen published 11 October 22 The comprehensive range revives genuine CuNiFe Wide-Range humbuckers, opts for authentic period-accurate build appointments and utilizes Pure Vintage pickups for historic feel and tones
Fender releases refreshed Aerodyne Special series, putting a radical contemporary spin on its Stratocaster, Telecaster and bass models By Matt Owen last updated 5 October 22 New-and-improved Aerodyne models feature basswood bodies, 12" radius fingerboards, newly designed pickups and a wealth of stunning finishes to choose from
Fender Japan’s wild Hybrid II HSS Stratocaster equips the Strat with a reverse Telecaster headstock By Matt Owen published 20 May 22 The limited-edition offering is quite something, boasting a Strat body, flipped Tele headstock, an HSS configuration and a gorgeous Ocean Turquoise Metallic colorway
Fender and Chicago Music Exchange revive their exclusive Pacific Peach finish for new-look Player Stratocaster and Telecaster models By Matt Owen published 9 May 22 Two freshly finished six-strings join a previously released Pacific Peach Player Jazzmaster
Fender's Final Fantasy XIV Stratocaster is now available in the United States By Jackson Maxwell published 4 May 22 In tandem with the guitar, Fender also unveiled a Final Fantasy-themed Crystal Shard guitar pick, available in five colors inspired by the fantasy game's expansion packs
Is Fender and Guitar Center's none-more-black HSS Stratocaster the most desirable Player limited-edition yet? By Matt Owen published 20 April 22 A color-matched black headstock, ebony fingerboard and chrome-covered bridge humbucker headline the striking new six-string's spec sheet
Fender salutes one of rock's most legendary clubs with new Custom Shop El Mocambo Stratocaster & Telecaster By Jackson Maxwell published 7 April 22 Built by Fender Custom Shop Master Builder Ron Thorn, these guitars were made with Eastern White Pine wood taken from the rafters of the actual El Mocambo club in Toronto
Fender salutes Nile Rodgers with new signature Hitmaker Stratocaster By Jackson Maxwell published 5 April 22 The new model is based on the white hybrid Strat the funk guitar legend has used on innumerable hit songs through the decades
Fender launches new JV Modified Series, inspired by its sought-after ’80s Japanese Vintage reissues By Michael Astley-Brown published 22 March 22 Basswood bodies, ‘V’-shaped maple necks and versatile switching options appear across the new MIJ Stratocaster and Telecaster models
Fender gives Guitar Center a piece of the ‘80s hair metal action with exclusive Ferrari Red and Neon Green Player Stratocasters By Matt Owen published 8 March 22 A Ferrari Yellow Player HSS Strat, which was recently unveiled by UK retailer Andertons, is also now available at Guitar Center
Squier Contemporary Stratocaster Special HT and Paranormal Toronado review By Chris Gill published 24 February 22 Think Squier only offers budget-friendly versions of Fender designs? Here are two electric guitars that prove the brand has more going on than meets the eye
Sweetwater unveils Fender Player Stratocaster, Telecaster in exclusive Seafoam Green, Sienna Sunburst finishes By Jackson Maxwell published 16 February 22 The Sweetwater-exclusive beauties are priced the same as their stock Player series counterparts
Get a Squier Bullet Strat, Tele or Mustang for only $149 in this bonkers Cyber Monday deal at Guitar Center By Sam Roche published 29 November 21 Are you a beginner in the market for your first electric guitar? We've got you covered with these crazy Squier deals
Fender unveils Guitar Center-exclusive Denim American Ultra Stratocaster and Telecaster models By Matt Owen published 22 November 21 The limited-edition electrics boast flamed AA maple tops, striped ebony fretboards and fifth-generation Fender Ultra Noiseless pickups, controlled by the versatile S-1 switching system
Fender Player Plus Telecaster and Stratocaster review By Dave Burrluck published 15 November 21 Fender’s Mexican-made Standards became the Player Series in 2018. Now, we have a four-guitar extension of that huge-selling series: the Player Plus. What’s the deal?
Fender aims to evoke Madchester's glory days with new 30th Anniversary Screamadelica Stratocaster By Jackson Maxwell published 9 November 21 The uniquely finished Strat boasts a trio of vintage-style '60s Single-Coil Strat pickups and a custom neck plate celebrating the landmark Primal Scream album's 30th anniversary
Classic gear: 1970s Fender Stratocasters By Rod Brakes published 22 October 21 Taking a closer look at the Strat's CBS-era tweaks, for better and for worse