A Taste of Montecito
The Montecito Tenor Acoustic-electric Ukulele from Fender is a well-balanced instrument inspired by the luxurious SoCal vibes of Montecito Beach. Countless celebrities call Montecito home, and it’s a name that perfectly encapsulates the Fender Montecito's premium hardware and sonorous acacia wood body. Acacia wood is exceptionally responsive; it ebbs and flows with an expressive dynamic response lets the music shine. In terms of playability, the Montecito’s comfortable tenor profile is great match for acacia. The tenor is a slight step up from smaller soprano and concert sizes, so it speaks with a slightly bigger voice and enhanced bass that make the most of this premium tonewood. A 19-fret walnut fingerboard offers slightly wider string spacing which makes the Montecito a good choice for fingerpicking, strumming, or artists with bigger hands and fingers. Plus, its neck is built from sturdy resonant nato wood, with a modern “C” profile for easy fretting in any position.
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No-tie Fender bridge
This ukulele features several innovative Fender touches that remind us of what’s endeared musicians to the quintessential SoCal guitar company from the get-go. The Montecito Tenor features a no-tie bridge for changing strings in record time with no hassle. Sweetwater players really love the way this no-tie bridge cuts out any need for tying complicated intricate knots just to change strings; it keeps the ukulele simple and approachable, just as it should be. Also onboard are stylish retro closed-back tuners for exceptional tuning stability a bone nut for better vibrational transfer between the body and strings.
Ready for the stage
With a built-in Fender FE-U01 amplification system, the Montecito is perfect for performing and recording artists. Simply plug your Montecito into to a PA system, acoustic amp, or a recording interface and you’re ready to rock. The Fender FE-U01 features a built-in tuner which means less equipment to carry, plus volume and tone controls, and a battery indicator light that lets you know when it’s time to change the system’s power supply.
Fender Montecito Tenor Acoustic-electric Ukulele Features:
- Tenor-size ukulele offers a slightly larger profile that’s excellent for fingerpicking and players with bigger hands and fingers
- Resonant acacia wood body with cream binding yields balanced mellow tone and striking looks
- Walnut fingerboard with 19 frets and white dot inlays
- Fender FE-U01 preamp with built-in tuner for plugging in for gigs, recording, and more
- Premium bone nut for exceptional resonance and sustain
- Smooth nato neck with a flat profile and a gloss finish makes fretting easy
- Walnut pull-through saddle delivers excellent vibrational transfer from strings to body
- No-tie bridge, no knots necessary
- Stylish retro sealed nickel tuners ensure excellent tuning stability
- Stratocaster-style headstock
