Fender has lastly unveiled its Participant II sequence – the following evolution of its best-selling Participant line of electrical guitars and basses.

Initially launched in 2018, Fender’s Participant sequence affords inexpensive devices that sit between entry-level Squier guitars and the costlier Vintera II/American Performer ranges. Six years later, maybe predictably given the specs on provide for the worth, it’s grown into Fender’s best-selling vary ever.

Now, with the all-new Participant II line, Fender has taken all of the specs which have made the Participant sequence so in style – trendy “C”-shaped necks, 9.5”-radius fingerboards and medium jumbo frets – whereas providing a slew of latest options.

By way of electrical guitar choices, the Participant II vary includes a Stratocaster, HSS Stratocaster, Telecaster, Telecaster HH, Jaguar, Jazzmaster and a Mustang – with left-handed choices of the primary three – whereas bass choices embody a Precision Bass, Jazz Bass and Mustang Bass.

Headlining the brand new options is the addition of rosewood fingerboards, which change the pau ferro ‘boards that featured on older Participant fashions, and now sit as an fretboard materials possibility alongside maple. Moreover, fretboards within the new Participant II sequence now sport rolled edges – a function  generally requested by followers of the Participant line – and one which makes the fretboard extra comfy to navigate.

The Participant II line additionally sports activities upgraded {hardware}, with the addition of ClassicGear tuners and upgraded bridges. In the meantime, there’s additionally new chambered physique choices for the Stratocaster and Telecaster fashions, providing a lighter complete weight, and extra resonant tonal heat.

The road additionally comes with new revoiced Participant II pickups that “seize the quintessential tone (and look) of every of those iconic Fender fashions.

“The Participant II sequence represents our continued evolution in design and performance,” says Justin Norvell, EVP of Product, FMIC. “We listened to the suggestions from musicians all over the world and included their insights to refine and innovate our devices. The reintroduction of rosewood fingerboards is a restoration of the ‘unique Fender recipe’ and can little question be a fan favorite – however we didn’t wish to cease there.

“We’ve additionally included our rolled fingerboard edges for a broken-in really feel, upgraded {hardware}, and have some new physique choices as effectively – which underscores our dedication to offering gamers and creators with the instruments they should categorical their distinctive sound and elegance.

“The Participant II sequence isn’t just an improve, it’s an in depth re-imagining of our core silhouettes, highlighting our dedication to high quality and the continual refinement of our devices.”

For extra details about the all-new Participant II vary, head to Fender.