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Fender Custom Shop Roasted Guitars Now At The Zoo Posted on 24 Sep 13:58

  Looking for a Strat or Tele with a unique touch? Well, we’ve got a few that satisfy those looking for a vintage strat style and modern materials, but with the added quality of a roasted body and neck! This process eliminates excess moisture and sugars for rock-solid stability and extra punchy tones. An added bonus of the cooking […]

The Music Zoo Demos The Jim Kelley Combo Amplifier Posted on 15 Sep 11:03

The Jim Kelley 1×12 Combo Amplifier is the perfect amp for anyone looking for a raw, natural sound. With smooth tone across the spectrum, an on-board spring reverb, and simple controls, the Jim Kelley is surely one of our favorites at The Zoo. Watch the demo video above to get a sample of a few tones you can […]

Labor Day Sale On Music Zoo Guitars At Reverb.com Posted on 3 Sep 11:43

Head on over to Reverb.com for amazing sale prices on tons of our guitars and gear! Reverb has handpicked some of our favorite items for their Labor Day sale, so you have a chance to get some awesome gear at great prices, but only for a limited time! Save 15% on select used gear now through […]

Leo Fender: The Man Who Started A Revolution Posted on 10 Aug 12:45

Today, August 10th, 2015, we celebrate the 106th birthday of Leo Fender, a legend, inventor, and revolutionary. Founding not only the Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, but the Music Man, and G&L Musical Instruments brands, Fender’s contribution to the world of music is unprecedented, especially for someone who never learned to play the guitar. That’s right, the […]

Yuriy Shishkov & Greg Fessler Builder Select Fender Custom Shop Models Posted on 22 Jul 10:51

 The 2015 Builder Select series celebrates those behind the Dream Factory’s magic—the master builders who craft the Fender Custom Shop’s legendary instruments and push the boundaries of possibility. Inspired by the coveted Fender instruments of yore, every Builder Select guitar is infused with a master builder’s passion, attention to detail and boundless imagination. These authentic, […]

Amy Winehouse Talks About The Fender Stratocaster In A 2004 Video Posted on 15 Jul 10:15

Music still mourns at the untimely passing of Amy Winehouse…It’s safe to say anyone with ears could hear that Amy Winehouse was an exceptionally talented musician. From her captivating vocal performances, to her unique song-writing skills, Ms. Winehouse brought something so refreshing to the world of music. Well, Amy’s talents extended even further when she […]