Why did fender discontinue the American elite?

Why did fender discontinue the American elite?

The American Elite series were initially offered with a rosewood fingerboard until the switch to ebony in 2017 due to CITES regulations restricting the importing and exporting of rosewood in the United States. Fender discontinued the series in 2019.

What replaced Fender American elite?

With the introduction of the new Fender American Ultra Series one has to wonder if these new guitars are truly better than the Fender American Elite models that they replace. The new Fender American Ultra Series represents Fender’s most advanced series of guitars and basses to date.

Is the ultra Stratocaster worth it?

As with many of Fender’s latest guitar offerings, playability was absolutely spot on right out of the box. The Ultra Series boasts a unique modern “D” neck carve, an excellent choice for players who crave a little more heft from Fender’s usual “C” shapes.

What is a Fender Stratocaster worth?

The Quick Answer. Stratocaster electric guitars cost between $180 and $2500. Fender Stratocasters are the most expensive, ranging from $500-$2500, with the most popular Fender American Professional Stratocaster costing around $1500. Squier Stratocasters are more affordable versions which range from roughly $180-$500.

What is the Fender Ultra Series?

The American Ultra Series consists of seven models – Stratocaster, Stratocaster HSS, Telecaster, Precision Bass, Jazzmaster, Jazz Bass and Jazz Bass V. Each instrument is manufactured at Fender’s factory in Corona, Calif.

What does the S1 switch do?

Engaging the S1 switch splits the Ultra Double Tap humbucking pickup into a full throated single-coil fully calibrated with the middle and neck pickups. Fender American Ultra Telecaster: Engaging the S1 switch selects between series or parallel wiring for added tonal range.

Where are Fender American ultra guitars made?

Corona, Calif
The American Ultra Series consists of seven models – Stratocaster, Stratocaster HSS, Telecaster, Precision Bass, Jazzmaster, Jazz Bass and Jazz Bass V. Each instrument is manufactured at Fender’s factory in Corona, Calif.

How much does a Fender American Stratocaster cost?

Fender EOB Sustainer Stratocaster® $1,349.99 Compare. American Acoustasonic® Stratocaster®

How much is a Fender Stratocaster worth?

The Fender Stratocaster made in the U.S. with the Fender Part Number of 011-7400/7402 is valued at; Mint 98%: $825.00 USD Exc+ 95%: $725.00 USD Exc 90%: $650.00 USD VG+ 80%: $575.00 USD VG 70%: $500.00 USD Good 60%: $425.00 USD Last MSRP $1,357.00 USD. 011-7400 is the Rosewood fingerboard model 011-7402 is the maple fingerboard model. Hope this helps, kcbuck

How much for a Fender Stratocaster?

You can get a pre made team built for $3500-$4000…close to double that plus a long wait for a Master Built Strat. Yeah.. then you see them on Fleabay for half of that after the old ‘buyers remorse’ has kicked in.

What are the different types of Fender Stratocaster?

STANDARD STRATOCASTER.

  • DELUXE STRATOCASTER.
  • CLASSIC SERIES ’60S STRATOCASTER.
  • AMERICAN SPECIAL STRATOCATSTER.
  • AMERICAN PROFESSIONAL STRATOCASTER.
  • AMERICAN ELITE STRATOCASTER.
  • AMERICAN VINTAGE ’65 STRATOCASTER.