Fender's Silent Strat Debuts Amid Noisy Lawsuits
Fender debuts Silent System noise-cancellation tech on new Limited Edition American Professional Classic guitars amid ongoing trademark lawsuits.Read More
Fender CEO Admits Mistakes Over Stratocaster Legal Threats
Fender CEO Bud Cole admits the company's aggressive Stratocaster legal campaign got out of hand, shifting focus to large manufacturersRead More
The Fender Backlash: Is the Guitar Giant’s PR Crisis Getting Expensive?
Fender's PR crisis escalates as retail discounts spike and competitors gain ground. Is anger turning into lost sales?Read More
Is a £4000 Stratocaster Worth the Cost?
Why do high-end Stratocasters cost £4,000? Explore wood grading, hardware quality, labor costs, and the law of diminishing returns in guitar pricing.Read More
5 of the Best Stratocaster Alternatives at Every Price Point
Explore our Stratocaster alternatives at every price point, from budget Harley Benton to boutique Suhr— featuring authentic single-coil tone and beyond.Read More
Fender Paints the Town Orange (Again): Player II Series Gets Fresh Coat and Minimal Surprises
Fender refreshes its Player II Series with sleek Rallye Orange, Cactus Gray, and Birch Green finishes. Discover specs, pricing, and our verdict.Read More
Fender’s Strat Attack: 17 Major Guitar Brands Hit with C&Ds
Fender triggers an industry-wide legal war, hitting 17 major guitar brands with cease-and-desist letters over the iconic Stratocaster body shape.Read More
Fender Sues Thomann: Massive Stratocaster Copyright Lawsuit Escalates in Germany
Fender officially sues Thomann in Germany over Stratocaster copyright. Read how this high-stakes legal battle could change the guitar industry forever.Read More
LSL Instruments Enlists Legendary Attorney Ron Bienstock to Fight Fender’s Stratocaster Copyright Crackdown
Guitar dispute escalates: LSL Instruments hires legendary attorney Ron Bienstock to fight Fender’s aggressive Stratocaster copyright crackdown.Read More
The Holy Grail Decade: Inside the Evolution of the Fender Stratocaster (1954–1965)
Explore the evolution of the pre-CBS Fender Stratocaster from 1954 to 1965. Discover year-by-year spec changes, tonal comparisons, and our ultimate verdict.Read More
Fender Facing Massive Backlash as Top Guitar YouTubers Cut Ties Over "Draconian" Cease-and-Desist Campaign
Fender faces a massive PR disaster and potential boycott as top guitar YouTubers Rhett Shull and Tim Pierce cut ties over "draconian" cease-and-desist letters.Read More
Guitar Pickups: The Definitive Guide for Beginners
Learn everything about guitar pickups, from single coils to humbuckers, active vs. passive, magnets, wiring, and more.Read More
How to Smash a Guitar: The Ultimate Guide to Guitar Destruction!
How to Smash a Guitar - This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to do it if you were so inclined.Read More
Fender Wins Landmark Copyright Ruling in Germany: The Stratocaster Body is Now Legally Protected
Fender wins a landmark legal victory as the German court rules the iconic Stratocaster body is a copyrighted work of art. Find out how this affects the global guitar market.Read More
Fender Player II Lavender Haze Collection: Andertons and CME Reveal Exclusive "Full Dip" Custom Run
Andertons and CME reveal the exclusive Fender Player II Lavender Haze Collection, featuring proprietary "Full Dip" pickups and retro finishes. Pre-order today!Read More
Fender Drops US Web-Exclusive Shell Pink Player II Guitars
Fender revives a classic with a web-exclusive drop of four Player II series guitars in a stunning Shell Pink finishRead More
Beyond the SG: A Brief History of Tony Iommi's Unexpected Guitars
Explore the guitars Tony Iommi used beyond his iconic SGs. Discover the Stratocaster, Les Pauls, B.C. Rich, that shaped Black Sabbath's soundRead More
Iconic 'Wayne's World' Music Store, Cassell's Music, Announces Closure After 78 Years – Everything Must Go!
Cassell's Music, the iconic 'Wayne's World' music store, is closing after 78 years. Huge piece of film & music history.Read More
Fender Unveils Exclusive Stratocaster Line at Thomann, Featuring American and Mexican-Made Models
Explore the Fender Thomann Exclusive Stratocaster line! Featuring American & Mexican-made models with unique satin finishesRead More
Rory Gallagher Statue Unveiled in Belfast, But Fans Divided Over Accuracy
A new statue of legendary guitarist Rory Gallagher has been unveiled in Belfast, but fans are divided with statue's inaccurate guitar choice .Read More
Iconic Guitars Partners with Renowned Luthier John Cruz
Iconic Guitars, known for its high-end instruments, announces a new era with a partnership with legendary luthier John Cruz.Read More
R246 Stratocaster: Fender Japan and J-Pop Star Rei Collaborate on a Unique 24-Fret model
Fender Japan Rei R246 Stratocaster, a signature guitar designed by J-Pop star Rei, blends classic Stratocaster style with innovative featuresRead More
H.E.R's Stunning Olympic Custom Fender Strat: A Closer Look
Discover the stunning details of H.E.R.'s custom Fender Stratocaster, crafted by renowned luthier Brian Thrasher. Learn about the guitar's unique features and how it helped H.E.R. deliver a powerful performance of the US national anthem at the Olympics.Read More
Rory Gallagher's Iconic Fender Stratocaster: Can Ireland Bring It Home?
Rory Gallagher's iconic Fender Stratocaster is up for auction! Can Ireland raise €1 million to bring this legendary guitar home? Learn more about the fundraising campaign and the future "music museum" planned in Cork.Read More
Legendary Rory Gallagher Guitar Collection Hits the Auction Block at Bonhams
The Rory Gallagher Collection, featuring his iconic 1961 Fender Stratocaster, amps & accessories, is set to hit the auction block at Bonhams London on Oct 17th.Read More