Fender Duo-Sonic HS Pau Ferro Board Electric Guitar

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Perfect for players of a smaller stature, the diminutive Duo-Sonic HS packs a huge wallop. A bridge humbucker is coil-tappable to open up even more sounds.

What's special about this item?

Feature:	What it does:
Alder body	Light weight with a wide tonal range
Fender Duo-Sonic pickups	Crisp, distinct character; creates jangly tones
Maple neck	Bright tone, full sustain and strength
Pau Ferro fretboard	Delivers strong midrange presence and punch

Overview

A modernized version of a student-turned-classic instrument originally released in 1956, the Fender Duo-Sonic HS Pau Ferro Board Electric Guitar model's compact form belies its giant-sized sound. It's the ideal companion for adventurous players who aren't afraid to buck the norm and shatter expectations.

The Duo-Sonic HS new pickups let the true voice of the instrument shine. The single-coil Duo-Sonic neck pickup is joined by a vintage-spec humbucking bridge pickup for flexible tone that can match any playing style imaginable. The push/pull tone pot switches to single coil operation on the humbucking bridge pickup, unlocking a variety of tones that can be shaped via the master volume and tone controls to find just the right sound. The 24" scale adds a bit of warmth and thickness to the guitar’s inherent tone, while granting a slinkier playing feel, making it easier to perform multi-step bends. Topped by a 9.5"-radius pau ferro fingerboard with 22 medium jumbo frets, the "C"-shaped maple neck is comfortable for all playing styles and ideal for players with smaller hands, or those who use extended chord forms. The six-saddle string-through-body hardtail Strat bridge increases sustain while the bent steel saddles add some zing to your tone, enhancing the upper harmonics to cut through a dense mix.

The smaller body is ideal for smaller players or for energetic stage performances. A gloss polyester finish protects the body while the neck bears a satin polyurethane finish for fast,… read more easy playability. The aesthetic appointments, including the knurled flat-top control knobs, cast/sealed tuning machines and a three-ply Mint Green pickguard, add a touch of classic Fender style to this updated and modernized design. A new take on a classic guitar that's flown under most player's radars, the Duo-Sonic HS is ready and rarin' to go with surprisingly giant sound.

Features:

- Offset Waist Duo-Sonic Body
- Black Dot Position Inlays
- Vintage Style Strap Buttons
- Knurled Flat-Top Knobs
- Single "Wing" String Tree

Specs

- Model Name: Duo-Sonic HS
- Series: Offset Series
- Body: Alder
- Neck: Maple, "C" Shape, Satin Polyurethane Finish
- Fingerboard: Pau Ferro, 9.5" Radius (241 mm)
- FRETS: 22 Medium Jumbo
- Scale Length: 24" (610 mm)
- Nut: Synthetic Bone, 1.650" (42 mm)
- Hardware: Nickel/Chrome
- Machine Heads: Standard Cast/Sealed Tuning Machines
- Bridge: 6-Saddle Strings-Through-Body Strat Hardtail with Bent Steel Saddles
- Pickguard: 3-Ply Mint Green
- Bridge Pickup: Duo-Sonic Humbucker
- Neck Pickup: Duo-Sonic Single-coil
- Pickup Switching: 3-Position Toggle:
-- Position 1. Bridge Pickup
-- Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups
-- Position 3. Neck Pickup
- Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone (with Pull/Push Coil Select Feature)
- Strings: Fender USA NPS (.010-.046 Gauges)
- Source: Mexico

Documents and Manuals

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 800-488-1818

Reviews

(2 ratings)

Submitted September 30, 2018 by Timothy HAWKINS in San Francisco, CA

"FENDER H/S Duo Sonic, Black with pau ferro fretboard"

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Surprising in it's sonic range. Smooooth frets, low action, light weight, smooooth neck easy reach to all fingerings . Shorter scale, easier playing. A great edition to your stable, Mates!