Fender California Deluxe Monterey⢠E

The Fender® California Deluxe Monterey⢠E is a versatile electro-acoustic guitar designed to deliver inspiring tone, exceptional comfort and dependable performance wherever your music takes you. Built upon more than a decade of California Series development, the Monterey⢠E combines classic acoustic craftsmanship with modern features to create an instrument equally at home on stage, in the studio or during everyday practice.

Its comfortable folk-style body offers a balanced, ergonomic feel that encourages long playing sessions while producing a focused, articulate voice. A solid Sitka spruce top provides outstanding clarity, dynamic response and projection, while the laminate mahogany back and sides add warmth and depth to the overall tone. Scalloped X-bracing enhances resonance, creating a lively, expressive sound suitable for everything from delicate fingerpicking to confident strumming.

The satin-finished mahogany neck features a comfortable C-shaped profile with a 12-inch radius fingerboard and vintage-style frets, delivering smooth playability across the entire neck. Premium appointments such as sealed split-shaft tuning machines ensure reliable tuning stability, while a Micarta® nut and saddle maximise string-to-string tonal transfer for improved sustain and consistent response. Factory-fitted phosphor bronze strings complete the instrument with a rich, full-bodied acoustic voice straight out of the case.

When it's time to perform, the onboard Fishman® CD-1 preamp system provides natural amplified tone along with a convenient built-in tuner, making the Monterey⢠E ready for rehearsals, live performances and recording sessions alike.

Blending timeless styling, dependable construction and modern performance features, the California Deluxe Monterey⢠E is a refined electro-acoustic guitar built to inspire players at every level.

Features

• Solid Sitka spruce top with laminate mahogany back and sides
• Comfortable folk-style body for balanced tone and effortless playability
• Scalloped X-bracing for enhanced resonance and projection
• Satin-finished mahogany C-shaped neck with 12-inch radius fingerboard
• Vintage-style frets for a familiar playing feel
• Sealed split-shaft tuning machines for dependable tuning stability
• Micarta® nut and saddle for improved sustain and tonal consistency
• Factory-fitted phosphor bronze strings
• Fishman® CD-1 preamp system with built-in tuner for natural amplified sound

SOLID SITKA SPRUCE TOP WITH LAMINATE MAHOGANY BACK AND SIDES

A solid Sitka Spruce top brings crisp, articulate projection to every note, while laminate Mahogany back and sides add a layer of warmth and harmonic depth that rounds out the overall sound beautifully. The result is a versatile voice that feels just as natural in a quiet room as it does on a live stage.

12â-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 12â-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 â 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 momentâs notice â all in a sleek, low-profile package that preserves the guitarâs natural acoustic character.

Series

California

Orientation

Right-Hand

Colour

Aztec Gold

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 Spruce Top with Laminated Mahogany Back and Sides

Body Finish

Gloss Poly

Body Shape

Montereyâ¢

Body Top

Solid Sitka Spruce

Body Binding

Ivory

Body Back

Mahogany

Body Sides

Mahogany

Body Style

Orchestra/Auditorium

Body Material

Solid Spruce Top with Laminated Mahogany Back and Sides

Cutaway

No

Bracing

Scalloped X

Rosette

Pearloid

Sound Hole

100mm Diameter Soundhole