So are the pickups on the authentic Vinteras more authentically noisier than those on the Players? Apr 5, 2021 #21 I'm looking for a 50's style maple board Stratocaster. This is also referred to as ''baseball neck'' because of its shape. Are the pups shielded? This neck shape was more common during Fender's early years. I'd like to buy the American original Strat but I actually like . This way, we can predict how easy a guitar is to play, or how different it will feel compared to the other. However, playing single notes and bending will be easier on the Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster. There was a lot of info available on the Fender forums before they were closed down. In this case, both guitars have different neck shapes: The Fender Vintera Road Worn 50s Telecaster has a U type of neck. Just wanna be sure as I have an American original transferring to my guitar shop, and wanna be able to tell the difference in case they stiff me and sell me a Vintera, without me knowing. #6. I also really like the twisted tele neck though. You can use a thicker gauge for more tension and a lighter one for less tension. The Vintera has a bigger neck, the Players are all 'modern C' which is thinner. As the Vinteras are period-correct, theyll have the same number of frets as they did in that decade; usually 21 on Strats and Teles; on the Players, theyve got 22 so if you like having that extra access to the highest notes, then the Players give you that. Fretboard radius is a good way to check instantly. Thanks! I do feel that it does sound very modern and that much vintage, the pickups are hotter than your typical 50s. Please include what you were doing when this page came up and the Cloudflare Ray ID found at the bottom of this page. This takes into account the type of frets, scale length, nut width, bridge type, fretboard radius, and neck profile to determine the easiest combination for new players. This is what's used for most music genres. The Fender Vintera Road Worn 50s Telecaster has a Synthetic Bone nut. Watch Part 2 - https://youtu.be/TmSOzuPZZP4How does the American Original 60s Strat match up to its Vintera counterpart? That's why you should always test a guitar before buying it. The nut width will affect the separation between strings at the nut. The action you just performed triggered the security solution. Fender Vintera 50's Road Worn Strat: https://amzn.to/3qdn2nG (affiliate link)Hey guys this is a Strat worth looking into. Theyve got player-friendly features, theyre available in quite a few different finishes (modern and classic), but theyre still quintessentially Fender. Unfortunately, none of these guitars come with stainless steel frets. 5watt champ or a Swart will do the quiet tube amp thing very well. The neck profiles, the finishes they all make up a fantastic range of guitars and basses with a tremendously old-school vibe, plus the fact you get a gig bag with each one shouldnt be sniffed at either. The pickups in these new guitars have the same type of magnet, wire and wire coating as they did in the 50s, 60s or 70s, depending on the model. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. A longer scale also means that the strings will have higher tension. They all use Alnico 5 magnets (the strongest that Fender use) which give you a relatively hot output. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. I've narrowed it down to those 2 models in the title based on watching videos and checking specs. Hey there, I've been looking everywhere for the differences between the American Original Jazzmaster and the Vintera Jazzmaster, but my brain isn't working today, hahah. I compared the 2 remaining models on multiple occasions and locations over the next month. Performance & security by Cloudflare. But if you can't or want a second opinion on it, we can still take a look at each of the important measurements of the guitar for you. I don't have experience with the Vintera Modified but I do have the AO60s Tele. Nevertheless, when it comes to choosing a guitar, you should pick the one more compatible with your personal style. It is a strong wood that is relatively cheap to make and looks beautiful. Vintera or American Performer ? Its one of my favourite guitars and a real workhorse. Last edited: Jun 6, 2020 Bladesg Funk Meister Silver Member Oct 31, 2013 4,073 I think Fender's marketing on this series of guitars was to go with more vintage specs, hence the silly name. I'll modify a less expensive guitar. Is that some kind of boutique make ? Squier Classic Vibe '50s Stratocaster in Fiesta Red - http://tinyurl.com/y637knesFender Vintera '50s Strat in Sonic Blue - http://tinyurl.com/y6kguksdFender American Original 50s Strat Maple Neck In Aztec Gold - http://tinyurl.com/y5wrwvt9The Captain \u0026 Chappers compare some Vintage Fender Strats - which one comes out on top? The words Fender, Telecaster, Stratocaster and the associated headstock designs are registered trademarks of the Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. It's rather thicker than most modern necks, so it's not usually used for playing fast solos. I like vintage pickups. thanks for that. You should feel the fretboard when playing with these frets, but they're not as hard to press as real vintage frets. If you got small hands, none of these guitars will make a big difference when it comes to comfortability. The best fretboards have a compound radius that varies across the fingerboard, but they're not common since they take a lot more work to build. AboutPressCopyrightContact. Here is the list of features that were considered when choosing the winner in the Features subcategory: Let's now compare the playability of both guitars. Strat Talk is the leading online community and marketplace for Stratocaster guitars. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. In the end, this doesn't matter if you're not going to use the bridge for its original purpose, so choose the bridge that fits your playing style better. The higher-end ones are better for keeping. Fender American Original 50's Vs Vintera 50's Stratocaster 27,204 views Jun 19, 2020 390 Dislike Share astringsuk 10.2K subscribers In search of that 50's Fender tone but not sure whether. These prices are searched for automatically and are prone to error. This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. The Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster, on the other hand, has a V neck. As an Amazon Associate site we earn from qualifying purchases. The AVII's are built to the exact specs as they were made at the time, Pretty sure the Strat has a 5 way instead of a 3, Someone mentioned the screws detail in a video I watched and said it was too much, I personally think it's really cool lol. We value and reply to every comment!Come and be our friends too!Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thelickloftInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelickloft/ What are the differences between these guitars? Here we compare the Fender Vintera Road Worn 50s Telecaster and the Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster. I havent tried the AO Tele but I have a Vintera 50s modified Tele and think its an excellent guitar that is very well built. The pickups in the Players are fantastic, but the amount of work that Tim Shaw has put into the Vintera pickups; from the research to the carefully chosen material that theyre made up of, mean that you get guitars that sound incredibly close to how they did in the 50s, 60s and 70s. It's the most common and cheapest way to build a guitar. Both guitars have a Vintage Tall fret size. I just wanna make sure they're not gonna slap an "American original" sticker on a vintera guitar, haha. Not familiar with Swart. That's one thing they did change from vintage spec on the AVII '51 Teles. In this case, both guitars have a scale length of 25.5". The guitar world in general, is pretty obsessed with vintage guitars, so for some players, they will be more desirable. Finish wise the 50s had the poly finish on the regular model, and an upgraded lacquer finish available. (Vintage Era). However, this also means that there will be more separation between frets, which can make it more difficult to play. Maple is one of the most popular necks for good reasons. If you can afford it, buy the AO60s. I made that decision last April, and went with the Vintera 50s Mod. However, since the bridge floats and there's less contact with the body, the strings lose sustain slightly faster. Call me paranoid, haha. Both guitars meet 5 out of our 8 criteria items for beginner friendliness. Each model is based on a particular decade, so for example, the Vintera 50s Strat has features; pickups, colours, neck profiles etc that would have been on an original Strat in the 1950s (Modified versions are also available but more on that later). If you don't want to overpay for a wellp-built instrument, a guitar built in this country by a good brand always offers good value for the money. Off hand, and without much experience with the Vintera series, I'd go with the AO. You can swap strings easily. is 9.5" fretboard radius, while the Vintera is 7.25" radius. There have been lots of complaints of rough frets and intonation problems in the Player Jags. However, some people still prefer thicker necks for a better grip, especially if they have big hands. The radius of the fingerboard is a measure of how curved the neck of the guitar actually is when looking at it from bridge to nut. SS is the classic Telecaster configuration. I really love the tones I was getti Vintera Road Worn 50s/ Find out their differences in sound, playability, build quality and value. !Let us know below! Let us know!Open song: Savannah Mourning - listen and download!https://jackfossett.bandcamp.com/track/savannah-mourning-2This was not a sponsored video.Thanks for watching! Just wanna be sure as I have an American original transferring to my guitar shop, and wanna be able to tell the difference in case they stiff me and sell me a Vintera, without me knowing. The bridge pickup is set up as it was in 51, so it's a dark circuit that produces a really bassy tone. You'll probably never need a pickup upgrade. I ended up comparing the American Pro, American Original, and the Eric Johnson. Which do you prefer? No single neck shape is better than others. Some people prefer the opposite. Fender American Original vs Vintera 60s Strat Part 1 - Can A Mex Beat A USA? The United States is considered one of the best electric guitar manufacturers in the world. BUT, in the UK it is not possible to go to any store and try it and I'm pretty much tired of waiting as I'm wasting learning time (although I do have an acoustic I've been playing but it's not the same). Bone is the best natural material for guitar nuts. It might also give more sustain since it doesn't have complex moving parts that make the strings lose vibration. If youre a fan of players that have used 60s Strats Stevie Ray Vaughan and John Frusciante being just two examples, and youre after that sort of sound, then the Vintera 60s Strat is such a good option its cheaper than an American Original or a Custom Shop, and it gets you a good part of the way there. Join our newsletter and we'll notify you every time the best brands release new guitars. They don't come with that dark circuit for the same reason the strat has the 5 way. When I look back on things I've bought, ( I have only one guitar) I never wish I had gotten the cheaper version. The best place to start if you're new is right below in our "Rules" section. Thanks for visiting. Most guitar fretboards are not flat; they usually have a curve or arc across their width. Any help is appreciated. Call me paranoid, haha. American Original 50s stratocaster in White Blonde! We plugged both the Vintera 50's Stratocaster and the Fender American Original 50's Stratocaster straight into a Fender Blues Junior. The guitar world in general, is pretty obsessed with vintage guitars, so for some players, they will be more desirable. All of the gain came from the amp with an SM57 in front of it to try and make it as fair as possible.Check out the guitars used in this video at Bonners Music - https://www.bonnersmusic.co.uk/fender-vintera-50s-strat-sea-foam-green-guitar.irhttps://www.bonnersmusic.co.uk/fender-american-original-50s-strat-maple-aztec-gold-guitar.irFender Vintera 50's Stratocaster vs Fender American Original 50's Strat, which do you prefer? I have the money to spend and I really like the AVII, this is my second guitar i'm ever buying my first one is a squier bullet telecaster that cost me $170 so you can imagine this is a huge step up for me haha. I eliminated the Johnson first as I didn't want another 12" radius strat. You are using an out of date browser. Orig. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. These were designed by the Fender Custom Shop, and manufactured in Mexico, to avoid EPA laws on Nitro finishes. American Standards are discontinued and have modern Fender specs. The Fender Vintera Road Worn 50s Telecaster is built in Mexico while the Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster is made in United States. Its the best Fender production Telecaster just now (imho). This makes both lacking in terms of versatility. One key difference I noticed is the neck on the 60s is a lot more tapered than the 50s - not sure if it's noticeable as both look to have reasonably chunky necks. Both the Player and Vintera ranges are made in their Mexican factory, and they both consist of the classic Fender designs Strat, Tele, Jazzmaster, Jaguar, P-Bass and Jazz Bass, amongst a few others. On the other hand, the Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster comes with a Bone nut. I have tried both; had the Vintera '60s Strat in for a couple of weeks to demo but ultimately returned it. You can still use it for distortion, but you won't get the same kind of output and power compared to a humbucker, and the hum they produce also makes them less adequate for high gain. Plus, you know, price. The vinteras are built to look like their vintage counterparts but built to modern standards. Sounds like I cant really go wrong with either based on the responses. So for me it's versatility vs. having "that sound.". Make sure to Like, Share and Subscribe to keep in the loop!Australian American Original Buy Here - https://www.soundcentre.com.au/solid-body-guitars/7039-fender-american-original-60s-stratocaster-shell-pink.htmlAustralian Vintera Buy Here - https://www.soundcentre.com.au/solid-body-guitars/7011-fender-vintera-60s-stratocaster-ice-blue-metallic.htmlRecorded through the VOX MV50 AC and Softube TSAR-1R ReverbKeep in touch!Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/oliroyerguitInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/oliroyer/ This means that the Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster gives you more options to find the right pickup combination for the type of sound you want to achieve. We'll always show you the best prices we find regardless of the compensation we receive. This neck is joined to the body by 4 bolts that you can simply unscrew. The Vinteras are essentially the Mexican counterpart to the American Original Series, whereas the US version of the Player would be the American Pro series. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. is maple (also bound with blocks). Hoping y'all can give me some insight. Bear in mind that the guitar will feel different depending on your hand size and play style. The only problem they can run into is that you may get a bone piece that simply doesn't sound as well as others because that's just how natural materials are. Whats for sure is that both of these ranges offer players great value for money, and theyre both built really well these things will last! 2 2 Guitar String instrument Musical instrument Music 2 comments Best A curved fretboard will make it easier to perform chords without muting strings, while a flatter one will make it easier to play single notes, which is good for bending and soloing in general. Good question. With the AO, you will get a nice nitro finish, too. The AVRI models from the early 00's came with a capacitor that modernised the circuit. 1 / 2. However, we can know whether a guitar favors small or large hands just by knowing its exact measurements. Then, we'll take a look at the electronics to determine the versatility and sound quality of each instrument. Mexico has been for a long time where Fender has built their semi-premium series. Not sure what the finish is on the Vintera though. The wood used in an electric guitar is not as important to determine the final tone. Each pickup has been carefully calibrated and voiced not only for the decade, but also for the guitar and pickup position. People will try to say that you can swap out pickups or hardware or whatever. 1; 2; First Prev 2 of 2 Go to page. Most I''d do for the vintera is maybe slap a couple of em. You have arrived at The Lick Loft! I pulled the trigger on an AO60s! Make no mistake, youll get beautiful, glassy cleans out of these, and youll find that they sound great overdriven too. Not sure if it's possible to buy a 5 Watt Champ currently. We have a new #FocusOnSound review video for you, and today's subject. The Fender Vintera Road Worn 50s Telecaster has an SS configuration while the Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster has SSS pickups. This editing, mostly light EQ and compression, is intended to give you the most accurate representation of how the featured gear actually sounds. Winner: Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster. It's a simple bridge that is very beginner-friendly since it doesn't require any set-up. If you want a vintage style guitar, with all its old-school mojo, but with a bit of extra spice, then one of the Modified Vinteras could be for you. The Fender American Professional II Stratocaster has Fender Standard Die-cast tuners, Fender V-Mod II Single-coil pickups, and Coil-tapping (HSS), Neck pickup blend (SSS) electronics. The main differences between the Fender Road Worn and American Standard series are that the former is made in Mexico, while the latter in the USA. Main Stratocaster Guitar Discussion Forum. The Vinteras are essentially the Mexican counterpart to the American Original Series, whereas the US version of the Player would be the American Pro series. This means you get a really clear, dynamic and balanced sound not to mention vintage. Tremolo bridges give you more versatility than fixed bridges. The Fender Vintera 60s Stratocaster Modified is made in Mexico, has a solid alder body, a bolt-on Modern "C" maple neck, pau ferro fingerboard, and SSS pickups. On the other hand, the Original will have a thicker U shape neck which IMO is the best Tele neck if you want a full size neck. After taking into account the scale length, nut width, neck profile and fretboard radius, we can conclude that both guitars in this comparison favor large hands . Not everyone is going to bothered about nailing that vintage tone or vibe, and thats fine the Player series will see you right. There are several actions that could trigger this block including submitting a certain word or phrase, a SQL command or malformed data. Messages. Orig. Both guitars have a Bolt-On neck joint. In general, I try to caution against too much cork sniffing but if you have the money to spend I would definitely go for the AVII 1951. 2022 Reidys Home of Music. Watch on and find out - let me know what you think!Like what you see? Cloudflare Ray ID: 7a28d9f93ce7f25d Let's see how the Fender Vintera Road Worn 50s Telecaster compares to the Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster. Winner: Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster. On the other hand, the Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster's is a Tremolo. Everyone has a different hand size, and that's why it's recommended to try a guitar before buying, even if others tell you that it's comfortable to play. Interestingly the V of the vintera is quite a bit slimmer than the AO50s strat which also has the V shape The AV2s are models that are based on a specific year for a guitar and are accurate for that specific year whereas the vintera is a mixture of stuff from that decade I believe. Most Vintera Modified models have different pickups theyre still based on whatever decade youre going for, but will generally have more output, meaning you wont have to drive the amp as much to get them to distort. This includes materials, hardware and the quality control expected depending on the country where it was built. For me, the additional series/out-of-phase sounds are good to have when I'm layering a lot of guitar parts and want them all to remain distinct. 15,804 views Jun 16, 2020 145 Dislike Share Save Oli Royer 2.05K subscribers Watch Part 2 -. The last few years have seen Fender revamp both their Mexican and American ranges of guitars and basses. Whilst they might look similar, Id say theres more than enough of a difference between the Players and the Vinteras to justify firstly, them both being in the current Fender lineup, and secondly, the price difference. This is what you should aim for if you can afford it. Fender describe the pickups as being designed for authentic tone with a bit of an edge a modern tweak of our classic sound thats also a pretty good description of the Player series in general. Join. I've been very impressed with the build quality of my Vintera, and I say that as somebody who cant stand poor craftsmanship, fret buzz, sharp fret ends, etc. The Mods usually have some sort of extra pickup configuration as well that give you a wider range of sounds from just one guitar. JavaScript is disabled. Playing into a Fender Tone Master Super Reverb and using a Keeley Red Dirt for my overdrive pedal. The Fender Vintera Road Worn 50s Telecaster's are Vintage-Style while the Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster's are Pure Vintage Single Line Fender Deluxe. Changed the pickguard and darkened the Pau Ferro board on my 60's Vintera. All of the gain came. 34. r/fender. My AO60's Tele measures 0.84" thick at the 1st fret and 0.985" at the 12th fret. Meteora Other Shop All Electric Guitars SHOP BY SERIES American Professional ll American Ultra American Ultra Luxe American Performer Player Plus Player JV Modified Vintera Noventa Made in Japan Limited Edition Artist Signature HIGHLIGHTS Introducing Slime Green & Metallic Plum Acoustics Back FEATURED California Player Beginner Acoustic Guitars Are the Vinteras better finished? The Fender Player series represents 60-70 years worth of innovation theyre modern versions of the classic guitars, but they retain the character of what made them so iconic. Classic Vibe vs Vintera vs Original - a Vintage Strat Shootout! They are both 50's spec, both with maple boards, but the Vintera is made in Mexico and the American Original is made in America and costs almost double the price of the Vintera, so it was interesting to see and hear the differences!We plugged both the Vintera 50's Stratocaster and the Fender American Original 50's Stratocaster straight into a Fender Blues Junior. I've been looking at getting a tele for while. However, some expensive guitars come with stainless steel frets. Most guitar fret wire is made of nickel silver. Since we need to be objective, the most expensive type of bridge will be the winner of this section. We used no pedals in this video. If you want to support my channel, please follow the links below to listen to music. Picked up this 65 classic mustang today! Andertons Music Co 823K. Really a workhorse. Youll notice as well that the 50s models have single-ply scratchplates, as they did back then its not a huge difference, but its a nice touch that adds to whole vintage aesthetic of these guitars. Fender Vintera 50s Telecaster vs. Fender American Original 50s Telecaster - YouTube #fendertelecaster #guitarshootout #guitar #fender @fender Welcome to this guitar shootout between the. Go. 103. A Look At The Taylor Academy Series Guitars, The Ultimate Guide To Baby Taylor Guitars, Everything You Need to Know About Taylor Guitars. This material eventually wears down after a lot of use and most guitars end up needing a complete fret replacement. Its worth pointing out that the finishes on offer also differ. When it comes to build quality, we like to take into account everything used to build the guitar. Aug 29, 2019 #4 dakink Aug 31, 2009 Milwaukee area The other consideration is that all of the Vintera line has only Pau Ferro fretboards (bound with blocks), while the Am. Remember that, even though the difference might seem small, every inch counts when we're comparing guitars.