In 1959 the Duo-Sonic went through a face lift. The original model Duo-Sonics also sport a gold-colored, anodized pickguard that helps in screening the single-coil pickups and electronics from interference. The original model was only available in a light tan color called Desert Sand and had a maple fingerboard with 21 frets and a neck with a soft-V profile. Like the Musicmaster introduced a few months earlier, it featured basic but effective construction and a 22.5 inch scale length (standard Fender guitars feature a 25.5 inch scale) and cost $149.50. The Fender Duo-Sonic was introduced in 1956.

Squier classic vibe Duo-Sonic, it copies the appearance of the first generation of Fender Duo-Sonic History Original design (1956–1959) File:Squier ClassicVibe Duo-Sonic.jpg The bridge is fixed and the line has a shorter scale neck than standard models as a concession to younger, beginner guitarists and other players with smaller hands. The Duo-Sonic features typical Fender construction techniques with a bolt-on maple neck, attached to a solid body. The original 'Duo-Sonic' features two single-coil pickups and a vertical switch on the lower horn of the body to select bridge, neck or both pickups in a humbucking style configuration (as opposed to the blade switch more common on Fender guitars). It was referred to as a '3/4 size' Fender guitar. The Fender Duo-Sonic is an electric guitar launched by Fender Musical Instruments Corporation as a student model guitar, an inexpensive model aimed at amateur musicians. The unsung hero of the alternative underground, the Duo-Sonic is perfect for players who desire a unique sound and visual style.]ġ956–1969, 1993–1999, 2008–2011, 2016-Presentĭesert Sand, Sunburst (sometimes called maroonburst), Sonic Blue, Dakota Red, Black, Torino Red, Arctic White, Capri Orange Aesthetic appointments, including the knurled flat- top control knobs, cast/sealed tuning machines and a three-ply Mint Green pickguard, add a touch of classic Fender style to this updated design. A gloss polyester finish protects the body while the neck bears a satin polyurethane finish for fast, easy playability. The downsized body is comfortable for smaller players or those who enjoy energetic stage performances. The six-saddle string- through-body hardtail Strat bridge increases sustain while the bent steel saddles add some zing to your tone, enhancing the upper harmonics to cut through a dense mix. Topped by a 9.5'-radius maple fingerboard with 22 medium jumbo frets, the 'C'-shaped maple neck is comfortable for all playing styles and ideal for players with smaller hands or those who use extended chord forms. The 24' scale adds a bit of warmth and thickness to the guitar's inherent tone, while granting a slinkier playing feel, making it easier to perform multi-step bends. Master volume and tone controls, along with a three-way pickup switch, shape the pickups' voice to match the music.

Almost infinitely flexible, the pair of Duo- Sonic single-coil pickups in the bridge and neck positions lends a unique character to for everything from bright, jangly arpeggios to heavy chords. A surprisingly hip guitar with upgraded contemporary features, this instrument features slick style and a unique sound that's perfectly at home in modern music. Since its debut in 1956, the Duo-Sonic has found its way into the hands of genre-defining artists, becoming an underground sensation that helped create alternative music in the dingy clubs of New York City.

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