Fender CA STD Monterey E IPG NAT SAP
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CA STD Monterey E IPG NAT SAP
Product Info
Article Number:
619853
Brand:
Fender
Model:
CA STD Monterey E IPG NAT SAP
Category:
0/00/000 Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$251.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Monterey is a solid all-around acoustic-electric. The spruce top and sapele back give it a balanced tone, suitable for strumming or fingerpicking. It's a great option for gigging musicians needing a dependable, affordable stage-ready instrument, especially those who appreciate a comfortable 'C' neck profile.
Product Description
- Fender CA STD Monterey E IPG NAT SAP
- Acoustic Guitar with Pickup
- Style: Orchestra / Auditorium
- Top: Spruce
- Back and sides: Sapele
- Neck: Okoume
- Fingerboard: Walnut
- Pearloid Dot fingerboard inlays
- Neck profile: C
- Black body binding
- Inlaid Dual Ring rosette
- Fingerboard radius: 305 mm (12")
- Scale: 648 mm (25.5")
- Nut width: 42.86 mm (1.6875")
- Micarta nut
- 20 vintage frets
- Single-ply black pickguard
- Fender electronics
- Volume and tone control
- Built- in tuner with on/off switch
- low battery indicator light
- Modern Viking bridge
- Sealed die-cast machine heads
- Chrome-plated hardware
- Factory strings: Phosphor Bronze .011 - .052
- Colour: Natural
PROS
- • Sapele back/sides deliver warmth and projection, a great tonal foundation.
- • Spruce top provides excellent clarity and responsiveness across the spectrum.
- • Fender electronics offer a usable amplified tone with built-in tuner.
- • Okoume neck offers comfortable playability and a lively feel.
CONS
- • Sapele can sometimes exhibit a slightly 'boxed-in' resonance compared to mahogany.
- • Walnut fingerboard might feel a touch harder than rosewood for some players.
- • The built-in tuner, while convenient, isn't as accurate as a dedicated pedal.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Spruce
Back & Sides
Sapele
Neck Material
Okoume
Fingerboard
Walnut
Scale Length
648 mm (25.5 in)
Frets
20
Electronics
Fender electronics with volume, tone, and tuner
Weight
Approximately 1.8 kg (4 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fender’s system is reliable and functional, offering a decent amplified sound for basic gigs, though it lacks the nuanced tonal shaping of more premium systems.
Okoume is generally stable, but humidity control is still important; maintaining a consistent environment will keep it playing well for years.
Yes, the Phosphor Bronze strings contribute to a brighter, more articulate tone; experimenting with different string types could further tailor the sound to your preference.
