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Fender Duo-Sonic w/ Maple Fingerboard - Arctic White

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Duo-Sonic w/ Maple Fingerboard - Arctic White

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Since its debut in 1956, the Duo-Sonic has found its way into the hands of genre-defining artists, becoming an underground sensation that helped create alternative music in the dingy clubs of New York City. A surprisingly hip guitar with upgraded contemporary features, this instrument features slick style and a unique sound that's perfectly at home in modern music.

Almost infinitely flexible, the pair of Duo-Sonic single-coil pickups in the bridge and neck positions lends a unique character to for everything from bright, jangly arpeggios to heavy chords. Master volume and tone controls, along with a three-way pickup switch, shape the pickups' voice to match the music. The 24" scale adds a bit of warmth and thickness to the guitar's inherent tone, while granting a slinkier playing feel, making it easier to perform multi-step bends. Topped by a 9.5"-radius maple fingerboard with 22 medium jumbo frets, the "C"-shaped maple neck is comfortable for all playing styles and ideal for players with smaller hands, or those who use extended chord forms. The six-saddle string-through-body hardtail Strat bridge increases sustain while the bent steel saddles add some zing to your tone, enhancing the upper harmonics to cut through a dense mix.

The downsized body is comfortable for smaller players or those who enjoy energetic stage performances. A gloss polyester finish protects the body while the neck bears a satin polyurethane finish for fast, easy playability. Aesthetic appointments, including the knurled flat-top control knobs, cast/sealed tuning machines and a three-ply Mint Green pickguard, add a touch of classic Fender style to this updated design. The unsung hero of the alternative underground, the Duo-Sonic is perfect for players who desire a unique sound and visual style.

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Description: Will Languedoc from Long & McQuade demonstrates the 2016 Fender Duo Sonic.

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2016 Fender Duo Sonic [Product Demonstration]Watch Video
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Description: Will Languedoc from Long & McQuade demonstrates the 2016 Fender Duo Sonic.


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It just feels right to play 5 of 5 customers found this review helpful
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I purchased this guitar in December of 2016, and received it a while later. It was easy to set up, stays in tune, and the finish is a lot more durable than some of the might-as-well-be-plastic poly finishes I've seen. Even after taking a beating, nothing chipped off. Just soft dents. Originally the three-way toggle didn't work properly; it wouldn't send a signal if I didn't switch to the neck or bridge pickup just right, but it broke in eventually. The pickups are hum-canceling in the middle position. The maple neck is glassy and smooth on the front, but satin on the back. Easily one of the best deals for a 'modern' guitar in this price range, assuming you don't use whammy bars & enjoy the 24" scale. It's fun to tune up a step or two and just fuddle dud. The body is also routed for larger pickups, such as the humbucker bridge in the rosewood neck versions. If you want a tele or a strat, you're probably going to prefer those, but if you want something different, or you don't know what you want, these are wonderful guitars. I've bought and sold more expensive guitars, but this one won't leave my small collection anytime soon.
Posted by Danny on Mar 31, 2018
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