Fender California Deluxe Monterey E Mahogany Natural

Rooted in over a decade of thoughtful design, The California Deluxe Series is built to go wherever the music leads you. The California Deluxe Monterey™ E raises the standard with refined construction and sound that rises to any occasion.

Whether you’re writing at home or performing on stage, the California Deluxe Monterey™ E Mahogany is built to keep up. Its classic folk-style body offers a comfortable, natural feel that encourages hours of play – delivering focused, articulate tone and an intimate character that connects the player to the instrument. The solid Mahogany top and laminate Mahogany back and sides – reinforced by scalloped X-bracing – produce an earthy tone that is full in the mids, smooth in the highs and perfectly punchy. Additional features include: sealed gear split-shaft tuning keys hold your tuning through the longest sets, a Micarta® nut and saddle maximize tonal transfer string to string,and phosphor bronze strings offer rich, full-bodied tone from the first note. Plug in with confidence with the onboard Fishman® CD-1 preamp system with onboard tuner for stage-ready amplification.

Versatile. Refined. Ready for anything. That’s the California Deluxe Series!

FEATURES

• Solid Mahogany Top with Laminate Mahogany Back and Sides

• 12” Radius Satin Mahogany C-Shape Neck with vintage-style frets

• Sealed Gear, Split-shaft Tuning Keys

• Fishman® CD-1 Electronics

Solid Mahogany Top with Laminate Mahogany Back and Sides
A solid Mahogany top delivers rich, warm tones with a natural mid-range focus that brings out the full character of every note, while laminate Mahogany back and sides deepen the harmonic complexity and add a smooth, woody resonance that ties the sound together seamlessly. The result is an intimate, soulful voice that feels just as natural fingerpicking quietly at home as it does commanding attention on a live stage.

12”-Radius Satin Mahogany C-Shaped Neck with Vintage Style Frets
The classic C-shaped neck with vintage-style frets provides a familiar feel that accommodates various playing styles. Combined with a smooth satin finish that allows for unrestricted hand movement and a 12”-radius that balances effortless chord work and bend-friendly lead playing, this neck delivers the perfect balance of comfort and performance.

Sealed Gear, Split-Shaft Tuning Keys
These tuning keys combine classic vintage styling with modern performance, offering smooth, precise adjustments that keep your guitar locked in tune. The split-shaft design makes string installation effortless while ensuring a secure, reliable hold – so you spend less time changing and more time playing.

Fishman® CD-1 Electronics
The onboard Fishman® CD-1 system is designed to get out of the way and let the guitar speak. Simple, intuitive controls for volume, bass, mid and treble put your tone exactly where you want it, while the integrated on-board tuner keeps you stage-ready at a moment’s notice – all in a sleek, low-profile package that preserves the guitar’s natural acoustic character.

SPECIFICATIONS

General
Series: California
Orientation: Right-Hand
Color: Natural Mahogany
Country Of Origin: Indonesia

Neck
Headstock: Mustang®
Neck Material: Mahogany
Neck Finish: Satin Urethane
Neck Shape: Slim "C"
Fingerboard Radius: 12" (305 mm)
Fingerboard Material: Walnut
Position Inlays: White Dot
Number of Frets: 20
Truss Rod: Dual-Action
Truss Rod Nut: 4 mm Hex
String Nut: Micarta
Nut Width: 1.6875" (42.86 mm)
Nut Material: Micarta
Fret Size: 2mm
Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)

Body
Body: Solid Mahogany Top with Laminated Mahogany Back and Sides
Body Finish: Gloss Poly
Body Shape: Monterey™
Body Top: Solid Mahogany
Body Binding: Tortoiseshell
Body Back: Mahogany
Body Sides: Mahogany
Body Style: Orchestra/Auditorium
Body Material: Solid Mahogany Top with Laminated Mahogany Back and Sides
Cutaway: No
Bracing: Scalloped X
Rosette: Pearloid
Sound Hole: 100mm Diameter Soundhole

Hardware
Bridge: Modern Viking
Bridge Pins: Ivory with Black Dot
Pickguard: 1-Ply Tortoiseshell
Hardware Finish: Chrome
Tuning Machines: Sealed Die-Cast with Split Shafts
Strings: Phosphor Bronze (.011-.052 Gauges)
Strap Buttons: Standard Chrome

Electronics
Controls: Volume, Bass, Treble, with Tuner and Phase Controls
Special Electronics: Fishman® CD-1 Preamp

Measurements
Shipping Dimensions: 5.70x17.40x43.00 IN
Shipping Weight: 9.35 LB
Shipping Length: 43.00 IN
Shipping Height: 5.70 IN
Shipping Width: 17.40 IN

Accessories
Truss Rod Wrench: 4 mm Hex (Allen)
Recommened Gig Bag: FA405 Dreadnought Gig Bag, P/N 0991332406 (Not Included)