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Ubiquitous in the music world, Fender® guitars and amplifiers are also icons in popular culture, their shapes and sounds instantly recognizable. Authoritatively written and lavishly illustrated, Fender 75 Years is the officially licensed anniversary celebration of the company and its legendary instruments. Originating in Leo Fender’s modest radio and amplifier repair shop in Fullerton, California, Fender Musical Instrument Corporation went on to become the world’s preeminent name in musical instruments. Today, Fender’s guitars, amplifiers, and script logo are recognizable even to those with only a casual interest in music. From Fender’s first instrument—a 1946 lap steel guitar—to Leo Fender’s groundbreaking early six-string guitar designs like the Esquire that set the standard for the electric guitar explosion to follow, author Dave Hunter traces Fender’s entire history to the present. All the innovations and landmark models are here, as well as legendary players who became synonymous with Fender instruments across musical genres. In addition to the instantly recognizable Telecaster® and Stratocaster®, Hunter examines Fender’s legendary offset guitars like the Mustang®, Jazzmaster®, and Jaguar®, and such lesser-known models as the Coronado, Bronco™, and more. The Jazz Bass®and Precision Bass® also feature, as do Fender’s acoustic guitars and workhorse amplifiers like the Bassman®, Twin Reverb®, and Princeton®, to name a few. Along the way, readers get in-depth scoops on the relationships dozens of players have enjoyed with Fender: rock ’n’ roll pioneers like Hank Marvin and James Burton; classic-rock icons like Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton; blues legends Bonnie Raitt, Stevie Ray Vaughan, and Buddy Guy; alt-rock gods J Mascis and Kurt Cobain; more recent guitar heroes like Courtney Barnett, beabadoobee, and H.E.R. …the list goes on. In addition, Hunter explores the work of the award-winning Fender Custom Shop and the guitars produced there. Illustrated throughout with rare images from company archives, Fender 75 Years treats readers to rare behind-the-scenes views of the shop floor throughout the years, studio imagery of the guitars, rare period advertising and brochures, and performance images of Fender players. It’s the definitive look at the Fender’s first three-quarters of a century and a must-have for every guitar enthusiast. Read more

Publisher ‏ : ‎ Motorbooks


Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 28, 2021


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Print length ‏ : ‎ 224 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 076037015X


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 55


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 3 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 9.75 x 1.3 x 11.35 inches


Best Sellers Rank: #126,201 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #172 in Music History & Criticism (Books) #223 in Guitars (Books) #366 in Rock Music (Books)


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  • Stunning book!
Format: Hardcover
If you love classic Fender, this book will absolutely thrill you! It is beautifully written, and the specs and photos are incredible. This would make for a beautiful and thoughtful gift for any guitarist or bassist!
Reviewed in the United States on January 16, 2025 by Carnelian

  • Incredible looking and informative book
Format: Hardcover
Our friend is a guitar and bass aficionado, but finding the right give is challenging. He was incredibly happy to get this gift and immediately started flipping pages and telling us stories about Fender and different musicians. It has a nice cardboard sleeve in the Fender weave pattern and color. This is an incredible book, even if you don't play guitar. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 23, 2024 by B. Blank

  • High quality book with great information
Format: Hardcover
This was a gift for the guitarist in my life and he loved it. Made with very high quality, even the cover imitated the textured tweed of the Fender amps and guitar cases. The pages are beautifully laid out, with loads of historic photos and and the full rich history of the Fender company. The perfect gift for any guitar aficionado, well worth the price. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2022 by composer

  • learn all about Fender guitars
Format: Hardcover
great book on fender guitars covers a broad range of there guitars an history
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2025 by ken

  • Excellent Book on Overall Fender History
Format: Hardcover
This is an excellent overview of Fender's history, well-written by an expert (Dave Hunter) and filled with terrific pictures, especially of older instruments and amps. If you've read other books about Fender (like I have...I've read most of the major ones that have been published over the decades), you will have seen a lot of the historical photos before; if you've never read a book on Fender, this is an excellent overview. This would also make a great gift for someone into Fender guitars. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 19, 2022 by Frank D.

  • Good history summary
Format: Hardcover
A good summary of the history of Fender. A lot of pix I haven’t seen before and some interesting stories. A couple of points seem to conflict with other accounts and a couple of apparent errors I think should have been picked up in proofreading but minor criticisms of an enjoyable read.
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2024 by bradman

  • Good Historical Perspective
Format: Hardcover
Contains a great deal of historical references; including instruments and amplifiers development, players, advertising and photos.
Reviewed in the United States on September 11, 2024 by Amazon Customer

  • Amazing book!
Format: Hardcover
Beautiful book with wonderful photos
Reviewed in the United States on November 15, 2024 by lori christianson

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