The jazz bass, a refinement of concepts first introduced in the precision bass, is the earliest example of this philosophy in action. The successor to the american standard, the fender american professional series is in stock at port mac guitars. 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. Fender american professional stratocaster 3 colour sunburst, maple the american professional strat isnt a reimagining of the classic design. I never had a problem with straight, but i can see where the fluted shafts are helpful to get a uniform downward wrap.
The differences between american standard and new american. On january 2017, fender officially launched their brand new american professional series of electric guitars. Fender announces new, flagship american professional series. 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. Fender stratocaster american professional electric guitars. Fender american professional stratocaster maple fingerboard. Launching january 2017, fender introduces its flagship product for the fender u. The fender american professional series jazzmaster brings one of the companys favorite black sheep models in the 21st century with a complement of new. Fender stratocaster 2017 american professional series black. 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. If there was a mount rushmore for guitars and why isnt there. 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. And how is it different than the american standard series.
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. Fender american professional series jazzmaster reverb. The lefthand model is offered in 3color sunburst, olympic white and black. American standard strat vs american professional strat the. Three things are upgrades on the american professional neck from the american standard. Handmade at their corona plant, the pro series strat brings in new electronics like tim shawdesigned vmod single coil pickups and a treble bleed circuit to retain. So, i bought a 2019 fender limited edition american professional stratocaster daphne blue solid rosewood neck. 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. Pr the american professional series invites a new generation of players to express themselves with an original, toneful and. 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. 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. Can it really be 31 years since the american standard range relaunched the fender ship and laid the foundation for todays uber brand. Fender takes a bold step by introducing the american.
We used a fender rumble 500 combo and he agreed to strung it as mine with daddario flatwounds ecb81. American professional series instruments are available in a variety of ash. Pricing for the new american professional stratocaster is. 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. 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. The new fender 2017 american professional series has arrived. The whole fender range is along for the ride in this upgraded collection, including strats, jazzmasters, and jags. Get your know your gear t shirt and pick yourgeartshirt2016black special color shirts are at. 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. 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. 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.
Fender announces american professional series guitars and. This isnt just another new series among many others the american professional instruments are replacing fenders longestrunning, mega. The series will debut january 19 at the 2017 winter namm show in anaheim, california. Dec 19, 2016 tell me more about the fender american professional series. Fender 2017 limited edition american professional jazzmaster electric guitar with elite molded case, 22 frets, modern deep c neck, ebony fingerboard, gloss polyurethane, silverburst. At the end of 2016 fender launched the new american professional series which is due to take over from the popular american standard. May 22, 2017 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. Has the modern c neck profile with medium jumbo frets vs the pros full c with the tall narrow frets. 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. 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. Sam takes an exclusive first look at the brand spanking new 2017 fender american professional strat. Recognizing it was time to refresh the stratocaster line, the american standard series was.
This flagship line was made to replace the american standard series, first introduced in 1987. Evolved for todays musician, the american professional jazz bass v combines modern features and materials with fender s craftsmanship and expertise to produce a truly contemporary bass. 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. Fender american professional series stratocaster 2017.
Shop for the fender american professional stratocaster maple fingerboard electric guitar in olympic white and receive free shipping and guaranteed lowest price. Fender american professional stratocaster 2017 sienna. You are looking at a fender stratocaster 2017 american professional series black electric guitar. We take a look at the new fender 2017 american professional series and discuss the differences between them and the fender american. Just noticed that the headstock decal on the new fender line no longer states made in usa rather, it now just states corona, ca. Recognizing it was time to refresh the stratocaster line, the american standard series was retired and replaced by the professional series. 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. The american professional series consists of several stratocasters with standard triple singlecoil.
The player is a deadringer for the pre2017 american standard, spec wise. We took a look at an american professional stratocaster with maple fretboard and an american. Fender 2017 limited edition american professional jazzmaster electric guitar with elite molded case, 22 frets, modern deep c. These legendary instruments are revered for their natural playability and iconic tone. American professional jazz bass v electric basses fender. Well, yes, but as of 2017, the american standards are dead. 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 american professional telecaster electric guitar samash. This telecaster is part of fenders latest american professional series, which essentially supersedes the companys longlived american standard range. Fender announces new, flagship american professional series debuting january 2017 introducing elevated features, three new colorways, offset models to support modern artistic expression across.
Fender american professional precision bass samash. With the new american professional series, fender has done the impossible. Aug 02, 2017 the driver behind the name change is the need for fender to increase profit margin. Fender literally wrote the book on electric basses, laying the foundation for musical innovation and evolution. Smanufactured line, the american professional series. A familiar feel the professional certainly feels like an oldschool strat. I am interested in purchasing one of these anyone know where any are still for sale, new or used, in the us.
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. Fender american professional stratocaster and telecaster. Out with the standard and in with the professional, as fender overhauls its us workhorses for 2017. The driver behind the name change is the need for fender to increase profit margin. 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. 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. Get your know your gear t shirt and pick special color shirts are at.
Fender american professional telecaster electric guitar. The fender american professional series 2017 whats new and. 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. Get the full run down on this new fender series, covering everything from the new treble bleed circuit to the upgraded real bone nut. Is a significant portion of the manufacturing being done now in the mexico plant that prevents fender from claiming that its made in usa.
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. Fender american pro stratocaster 2017, maple neck, 3color sunburst wcase. Fender american professional series wildwood guitars. 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. Experience the american professional series for yourself your next fender guitar is ready and waiting now at sweetwater. For 2017, the all new fender american professional series ups the ante, giving players a fresh, updated take on classic instruments.
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. 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. The fender american professional precision bass displays perfection in its simplistic and welldesigned craftsmanship. Some cosmetic tear and wear is visible, such but not limited to scratches, dings, andor chips. Get the full run down on this new fender series, covering everything from the new treble bleed. Fender american professional series stratocaster reverb. Its practically impossible to overstate the significance of fenders brandnew american professional series of guitars and basses. They have found a way to add to the incredible heritage of the stratocaster, telecaster and the rest of the fender family. This isnt just another new series among many others the american professional instruments are replacing fenders longestrunning, megaselling american standard model range. American professional jazzmaster american professional.
Shop for the fender american professional stratocaster rosewood fingerboard electric guitar in 3color sunburst and receive free shipping and guaranteed lowest price. A proud testament of our 70 years of knowledge, technology, and experience making iconic instruments, the american professional gives. Fender american professional series jazzmaster for sale on reverb. Fender american professional series telecaster reverb. 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. 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. Fender 2017 limited edition american professional jazzmaster. 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. Some of the instruments in fenders new american professional line. Fender american professional series electric guitar strat. Pickups vmod jazz bass pickups are modified versions of our classic vintage pickup designs. The 2017 fender american professional tele youtube.
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