The Fender Book

by Paul Day, Tony Bacon

Now in its second edition, The Fender Book has become the definitive story of the world's best-known solidbody electric guitars. From the Fender Electric Instrument Co.'s earliest period to its most recent products, this book's striking color photography showcases history's finest Fenders plus the most unusual. Personal insights gathered form new interviews with Fender employees past and present bring to life the personality and genius of Leo Fender and his inventive company. Useful as well as entertaining, The Fender Book also provides a meticulous reference section of model specifications for identifying and dating Fenders made in the U.S., Japan, and elsewhere from 1950 to the present. 120 pages, 7 1/2 inch. x 9 3/4 inch., Hardcover.

Genres: Music

2 pages, Paperback

First published September 21, 1992

Reviews

[Edward Burton · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is an excellent book about Fender guitars and the history of the company's founding. It covers the spectrum of every Fender guitar made and includes a handy reference guide in the back as an assist to help one determine the manufacture period of his or her Fender guitar. The book is a bit dated now, but includes interview statements from the company's founding fathers. If you're a fan of Fender guitars, this book is a must have.

[Pjtibbetts · Rating 4 out of 5]

A book jacket featuring the headstock and neck of one of the finest-looking guitars ever made, the '69 Rosewood Telecaster...I have to give it 4 stars just for that. oh ya, pretty decent book, too.