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
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Fender CEO Bud Cole admits the company's aggressive Stratocaster legal campaign got out of hand, shifting focus to large manufacturersRead More

Mike Eldred's El Cabron Black Corp S-style guitar protests Fender's Stratocaster lawsuits with Banksy art and a defiant message.Read More

Save on Fender FSR Road Worn '60s Strat, '50s Tele, and Double Esquire at Andertons. Limited-time flash deals on vintage-aged guitars.Read More

Fender's PR crisis escalates as retail discounts spike and competitors gain ground. Is anger turning into lost sales?Read More

Fender Japan launches Japan-Inspired Stratocaster Collection with five limited-edition models. Fresh designs amid global legal battle.Read More

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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

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 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 officially sues Thomann in Germany over Stratocaster copyright. Read how this high-stakes legal battle could change the guitar industry forever.Read More

Yamaha confirms receiving a cease-and-desist from Fender in the ongoing Stratocaster copyright dispute. Is the beloved Pacifica guitar line at risk?Read More

Fender is targeting second-hand dealers over trademark rights. Discover how vintage shop Cool Old Guitars hit back with a brilliant "Twang-Style" rebrand.Read More

Thomann strikes back! The retail giant officially sues Fender over its aggressive 'S-Style' guitar shape copyright claims to protect independent luthiers.Read More

Fender drops its biggest mid-year gear collection yet for 2026. Explore the new passive Silent System, the 75th Anniversary '51 Nocaster, high-output Fusion models, and compact pedals.Read More

Fender CEO Edward 'Bud' Cole addresses the controversial Stratocaster copyright campaign, denying lawsuits and walking back inventory destruction threats.Read More

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

The Gilmour Strat Wiring Mod is a straightforward yet impactful way to enhance your Stratocaster’s tonal rangeRead More

Fender breaks silence on Stratocaster cease-and-desist letters. Discover the legal strategy and corporate motives driving this major guitar crackdown.Read More

Fender targets PRS Guitars in a high-profile Stratocaster design dispute. Will John Mayer’s best-selling Silver Sky survive Fender's cease-and-desist? Get the facts.Read More

Is Fender trying to reclaim the Stratocaster trademark? Inside the aggressive new cease-and-desist campaign catching boutique guitar builders in the crosshairs.Read More

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

Explore the Fender MIJ Hybrid II 2026 Collection. Featuring killer matte finishes, black nickel hardware, and modern specs for the Strat, Tele, and Jazzmaster.Read More

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Fender Vintera III redefines vintage-inspired guitars with era-specific snapshots and total historical accuracy. Explore the new Stratocaster, Telecaster, and bass lineup.Read More

Mastering Your Guitar Setup: Follow our Simple Step-by-Step Comprehensive Guide for Optimal Playability and ToneRead More