Drawing from a storied legacy of reimagining the acoustic experience for daring and adventurous players, California Series acoustics stand out as authentically different, undeniably timeless, and quintessentially Fender®.

The orchestra shape is cherished for its comfortable mid-size body and detailed, balanced tone, making it an ideal choice for soloists and students alike. The California Standard Monterey™ E features resilient laminate construction with a spruce top and sapele back and sides for impressive and satisfying tonal character, while a 25 ½” scale neck with a slim “C”-shaped profile provides an inviting and effortless playing feel. The onboard Fender electronics provide high-quality output for live amplification, recording and effects, as well as a convenient onboard digital tuner. Other noteworthy details include an oiled walnut fingerboard and bridge, sealed gear tuning machines for smooth and accurate tuning action, and a sleek long-lasting gloss finish.

Features

• Orchestra body shape
• All-laminate construction
• Spruce or sapele top, sapele back and sides
• Onboard Fender electronics with built-in tuner
• Gloss finish

Specifications

Neck

• HeadstockMustang®
  
• Neck MaterialOkoume
  
• Neck FinishGloss Urethane
  
• Neck Shape"C" Shape
  
• Fingerboard Radius12" (305 mm)
  
• Fingerboard MaterialWalnut
  
• Position InlaysPearloid Dot
  
• Side DotsWhite
  
• Number of Frets20
  
• Truss RodDual-Action
  
• String NutMicarta
  
• Nut Width1.6875" (42.86 mm)
  
• Nut MaterialMicarta
  
• Fret SizeVintage
  
• Scale Length25.5" (648 mm)

Body

• BodyLaminated Sapele
  
• Body FinishGloss Polyurethane
  
• Body ShapeMonterey™
  
• Body TopLaminated Sapele
  
• Body BindingIvory
  
• Body BackLaminated Sapele
  
• Body SidesLaminated Sapele
  
• Body StyleOrchestra/Auditorium
  
• Body MaterialLaminated Sapele
  
• RosetteInlaid Dual Ring

Hardware

• BridgeModern Viking
  
• Bridge PinsPlastic
  
• Pickguard1-Ply Ivory
  
• Hardware FinishChrome
  
• Tuning MachinesDie-Cast Sealed
  
• StringsPhosphor Bronze (.011-.052 Gauges)

Electronics

• ControlsVolume, Tone, Integrated Electronic Tuner with On/Off Switch, Low Battery Indicator Light