Fender FA-135CE Concert WN Sunburst
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FA-135CE Concert WN Sunburst
Product Info
Article Number:
545844
Brand:
Fender
Model:
FA-135CE Concert WN Sunburst
Category:
Folk Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$207.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The FA-135CE is a surprisingly solid entry-level guitar, especially if you need a basic amplified acoustic. The spruce top gives it a brighter voice than you'd expect, and the Fishman electronics are a nice touch for small performances. It's a great option for beginners or players needing a reliable, affordable stage-ready instrument.
Product Description
- Fender FA-135CE Concert WN Sunburst
- Steel-String Guitar With Pickup
- Alternative series
- Design: Concert with cutaway
- Back & sides: Basswood
- Top: Spruce
- Neck: Walnut
- Fretboard: Walnut
- White dot fretboard inlays
- Scale length: 643 mm (25.3")
- Nut width: 43 mm (1.69")
- Cream coloured plastic nut
- 20 Frets
- Pickup: Fishman preamp with controls for bass
- volume
- treble and an integrated tuner
- Single layer black pickguard
- Walnut bridge with cream-coloured plastic saddle
- Enclosed diecast machine heads
- Ex-factory string gauge: .012 - .053
- Colour: Sunburst
PROS
- • Spruce top offers decent projection and a balanced tone.
- • Fishman preamp delivers usable amplified sound for basic gigs.
- • Walnut neck provides a surprisingly comfortable and stable feel.
- • Cutaway allows access to higher frets for expanded playing.
CONS
- • Basswood back and sides limit overall tonal complexity and sustain.
- • Nut width (1.69") might feel cramped for players with larger hands.
- • The plastic nut and saddle compromise tone compared to bone or Tusq.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Spruce
Back & Sides
Basswood
Neck Material
Walnut
Fingerboard
Walnut
Scale Length
643 mm (25.3")
Frets
20
Electronics
Fishman preamp with bass, volume, treble controls & tuner
Weight
1.7 kg (approx. 3.7 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's a significant step up—the Fishman offers better clarity and a more natural amplified tone than many budget preamps, plus the integrated tuner is handy.
The 1.69" nut width is fairly narrow, so it might feel a little cramped if you're used to wider necks, but the walnut provides a smooth, playable feel overall.
While the basswood construction limits the complexity, the spruce top helps it hold its own—it's generally brighter and more responsive than many all-laminate alternatives.
