![]() So yes, it is lighter in weight than the others, but no, it isn't actually smaller than most guitars. It does have rounded corners, unlike a Tele, so in addition to the shallower body it makes it still quite comfortable to play. The Fender Player Duo-Sonics neck thickness is approximately 0.82 (20.8mm) at the first fret, and 0.87 (22.1mm) at the twelfth. So even though there aren't any arm/tummy comfort contours, there is still quite a bit less wood than the other guitars and therefore weighs less. ![]() I would call that "shallower", since when we say wide/narrow we could be talking about the distance across the waist etc. The DS thickness of the slab of wood is less (may not be easy to make out in the photo). This automatically makes it shorter than a Jazzmaster.ĭepth, however, is a different matter. It is a bit shorter than a Jaguar, as you can also see below. Even though the scale length is shorter, the bridge is much closer to the neck pocket than on standard scale guitars (otherwise you would only get access to like maybe 18 frets without a massive cutaway) and there is a whole heap of 'wasted' space at the other end of the body. ![]() I have a MIM Fender Duo-Sonic (SS) and a MII Squire Bullet Mustang (HH). It’s light and easy to play standing or sitting. The body has a black gloss finish with a mint pickguard. It doesn’t quite sound like a Strat, or a Tele, but it definitely sounds like a Fender in the family It’s unique Neck is luxurious. The unsung hero of the alternative underground, the Duo-Sonic is perfect for players who desire a unique sound and visual style.A Duo-Sonic is roughly the same height & width as a Strat, as seen below. This is a made in Mexico Fender Duo-sonic offset series with a single coil neck and humbucker bridge pickup. 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. But I've gotten to know it inside and out, and to experience it as a player, as a band guitar tech, and also as a bandmate hearing the guitar regularly, which means I think I can be relatively objective about it. ![]() These measurements were taken either from the official Fender website, or, in case this information wasnt provided, by researching multiple online marketplaces and forums where owners of this model have posted. 12th Dot Spacing: Wide (Vintage Pre 64) Nut Slot Style: 1/8' Standard Fender Flat Bottom. A gloss polyester finish protects the body while the neck bears a satin polyurethane finish for fast, easy playability. The Fender Player Duo-Sonic HSs neck thickness is approximately 0.82 (20.8mm) at the first fret, and 0.87 (22.1mm) at the twelfth. HARDWARE Through-body bridge with bent steel saddles, sealed tuners. BUILD Double-cutaway alder body, bolt-on maple neck with 9.5 radius fingerboard, dot inlays, 22 medium jumbo frets and synthetic bone nut. The downsized body is comfortable for smaller players or those who enjoy energetic stage performances. DESCRIPTION 6-string solidbody electric guitar, made in Mexico. It was marketed as a student guitar and won the hearts of many players. 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. Fender created the original Duo-Sonic back in 1956. 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 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. Master volume and tone controls, along with a three-way pickup switch, shape the pickups’ voice to match the 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. 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. ![]() 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. ![]()
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