Fender Style, Built for Acoustic Playing
The Fender California Standard Monterey E brings Fender’s unmistakable style to a comfortable mid-sized acoustic-electric guitar.
Its orchestra body and all-sapele laminate construction deliver a balanced acoustic voice, while the slim “C” neck and 25.5" scale give it a familiar, approachable feel. Add Fender electronics with a built-in tuner, and it's ready for practice, lessons, recording or plugging straight into an amp or PA.
FEATURES
- Orchestra Body Shape – A comfortable mid-sized body with a balanced sound that suits both strumming and more detailed playing.
- All-Sapele Laminate Construction – Provides a warm acoustic character with the added resilience and durability of laminated timber.
- Slim “C” Neck Profile – Creates an inviting, comfortable playing feel, particularly for beginners and electric guitar players.
- 25.5" Scale Length – Provides familiar string tension and plenty of room across the fingerboard.
- Fender Electronics – Plug directly into an acoustic amp, PA or recording setup with onboard volume and tone control.
- Built-In Digital Tuner – Makes quick tuning easy without needing a separate tuner.
- Fender 6-in-Line Headstock – Brings an unmistakably Fender look to the acoustic design while keeping all six tuners within easy reach.
- Oiled Walnut Fingerboard & Bridge – Provides a smooth playing surface with a natural feel.
- Sealed-Gear Tuners – Deliver smooth, accurate tuning adjustment.
- Gloss Finish – Gives the Natural Sapele body a clean, polished appearance.
Our Take
If you're transitioning from electric guitar or looking for an acoustic that appears and feels less traditional, the Monterey E is a great choice.
The orchestra body is comfortable, the slim neck gives it an approachable feel, and the Fender 6-in-line headstock gives it that unmistakable California Series style. There's a captivating contrast between the warm timber and vibrant white pickguard instantly attracts the eye.
It's also great value for someone who wants to plug in. Fender electronics and a tuner are already built in, so you're ready for lessons, recording or your first amplified performance without needing to upgrade the guitar.
For a beginner or casual player wanting a comfortable acoustic-electric with genuine Fender style, this is an easy one to recommend.
Specifications
- Model: California Standard Monterey E
- Body Shape: Orchestra
- Top: Laminated Sapele
- Back & Sides: Laminated Sapele
- Construction: All-Laminate
- Finish: Gloss
- Colour: Natural Sapele
- Scale Length: 25.5"
- Neck Profile: Slim “C”
- Fingerboard: Oiled Walnut
- Bridge: Oiled Walnut
- Electronics: Fender
- Controls: Volume, Tone
- Tuner: Built-In Digital Tuner
- Tuners: Sealed Gear
- Headstock: Fender 6-in-Line
