Item: FEN101502
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44 People rated this product :
8 out of 10
4 People wrote reviews
10 out of 10
"One of the best guitars EVER."
Feature:
I'm not sure if this HSS is the one with the S1 switch, but it does feature really good pickups. It's really a matter of opinion, my HSS has a humbucker and a switch to turn it on. I don't want a guitar with 50 bells and whistles or tons of crap.
Quality:
It's American. It's Fender. It's the sh*t
Value:
Considering you'd only be getting $500 out of this guitar if you resell it, it might not be the greatest buy for people constantly buying and selling guitars.
Desirability:
In my opinion, the stratocaster is the best guitar ever made. End of story.
Sound:
This guitar has great sound. I would especially recommend getting this guitar if you are a fan of Weezer, Red Hot Chili Peppers, or any other band that frequently incorporates Fender Stratocasters in their music. I would also get a nice Fender amp with good reverb. If I have any suggestions for what to do to make it sound better, is to put Elixir's on it. They sound amazing.
Ease of Use:
This guitar is really easy to use. The only thing in my experience I should mention, is I find it somewhat easier to bend on a rosewood neck. Also, some of my friends prefer a Chinese made Strat over mine because the neck on mine is rather thick compared to their's, but I don't mind it.
Support:
I've never even had to talk to Fender support, it's that god damn good.
Overall:
I've had this guitar for two years, with absolutely 0 problems with it besides it does not make me breakfast.
Submitted: 12/10/2007
Style of Music: Rock, Alternative,
10 out of 10
"Fender is DEAD SERIOUS now..."
Feature:
Features are just fine & dandy. Though I'd have preferred a hardtail, & that "de-tremoloing" it is easy, it has hardly noticable bridge give when bending. Considering this is one of Fender's best "off the rack" instruments, this babe's parts are ALL top shelf.
Quality:
Well here it is right here. Good for me (& you) that I guess Fender decided to meet the "boutique" builders head on & build this latest American Deluxe version. Folks, the build quality of this thing is as good as gtrs. costing 2 to FIVE times as much. Now sure, different strokes & all that, but for me, this is the BEST Fender I've ever played & thankfully, it's mine.
Value:
Well, if you've been around the block a time or two & can make comparisons, this instrument is an INCREDIBLE value. I'm leaving the amount as is because truthfully, EVERYONE should be able to afford a gtr. this nice vs. one in the $5-6K range that won't deliver as well as the American Deluxe.
Desirability:
I was looking to replace my main instrument, & I did. Whew! Did I ever.
Sound:
I have to base my ratings on having been a studio guitarist for a little over 30 yrs & rode the "boutique bandwagon" a lot of that time. The sound: Being used to a HSS setup, this gtr. blows EVERYTHING away I've played in the above mentioned time. The pickups are powerful, but no way dark/muddy. The humbucker is a TREAT & for my style, wound perfectly. Front p/ups though mentioned that they're wound hotter still deliver that Fender clarity without being to "glingy" or harsh. And shame on boutique builders that can't deliver what the S-1 system does. Better check 'em out, folks. Fender has seriously stepped up their game.
Ease of Use:
Playability? I'm happy as a hog in slop. Didn't think I'd care for the 9.5" radius having been used to the 12's, but I won't go back now. Love it. Took a little while to get used to a maple neck, feels like home now.
Support:
I've had issues with other builders, but none with Fender. Right now as far as I'm concerned Fender's the "belle of the ball."
Overall:
This is a KEEPER, hands down. What do I like least about it? Having to replace it if it ever came to that.
Submitted: 10/19/2007
Style of Music: I'm a stylist.
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