Unleash your musical creativity with the Fender FSR California Series Newporter Player, a guitar that marries bold aesthetics with exceptional sound. Designed for versatility, this acoustic-electric guitar features a solid spruce top and sapele back and sides, offering a rich and resonant tone that spans high, mid, and low frequencies. Its mid-sized Newporter body shape delivers a balanced voice that's both articulate and powerful, making it ideal for a range of playing styles.

The nato neck, combined with a walnut fingerboard, provides a smooth, responsive feel, enhanced by a slim-taper, C-shaped profile that’s inspired by Fender's electric guitar legacy. This makes for effortless playability, whether you're fingerpicking delicate melodies or strumming robust chords.

When it's time to plug in, the Fishman-designed pickup/preamp system ensures your sound translates perfectly to amplified settings, complete with volume and tone controls that include a phase switch for enhanced versatility. The guitar's visual appeal is further enhanced by a classic 6-in-line headstock and elegant aged white binding, while scalloped X-bracing and a modern Viking bridge improve resonance and durability.

Key Features:

• Solid spruce top with sapele back and sides
• Nato neck with a slim-taper, C-shaped profile
• Walnut fingerboard with white dot inlays
• Fishman-designed pickup/preamp system with volume and tone controls
• Scalloped X-bracing for enhanced resonance
• Modern Viking bridge
• Graph Tech NuBone nut and saddle
• Classic 6-in-line headstock and aged white binding

Product specs

FAQs

What kind of wood is used in the Fender Newporter Player's construction?

The Fender Newporter Player features a solid Sitka spruce top and sapele back and sides, which provide a balanced and resonant tone suitable for a variety of musical styles.

Is the neck of the Fender Newporter Player comfortable for beginners?

Yes, the neck of the Fender Newporter Player has a slim C shape, which is designed to be comfortable and easy to play, making it suitable for both beginners and experienced players.

What type of electronics does the Fender Newporter Player use?

The Fender Newporter Player is equipped with Fishman Flex electronics, offering reliable amplification and tone control for live performances and recording.

How does the body shape of the Fender Newporter Player affect its sound?

The Newporter body shape is mid-sized, providing a balanced acoustic tone with a comfortable feel, making it versatile for different playing styles and genres.

Does the Fender Newporter Player come with a case or gig bag?

No, the Fender Newporter Player does not come with a case or gig bag; these are sold separately.