I find that the player-grade Fenders are excellent for that-- playing. Vinteras are Mexi build, and are more or a tribute to an era than detail accurate, and also take a few more liberties with different wiring choises. This is much better than using a plastic nut because the nut is more slipperywhich helps with tuning stability, and it gives your open strings rich harmonics. We used no pedals in this video. However, some expensive guitars come with stainless steel frets. I'd like to buy the American original Strat but I actually like . Your IP: I eliminated the Johnson first as I didn't want another 12" radius strat. I really love the tones I was getti Vintera Road Worn 50s/ However, most people tend to prefer a thinner necks because it doesn't get in their way when playing fast and most hand sizes can adapt to it pretty well. 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. 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. You should feel the fretboard when playing with these frets, but they're not as hard to press as real vintage frets. American Standards are discontinued and have modern Fender specs. You are using an out of date browser. 34. r/fender. 103. Nowadays, guitars made in other countries can beat some of the ones made in the US, but most of the time, this country offers the best you can get. On the other hand, the Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster's is a Tremolo. Of course pups can be replaced but the American Original is the first guitar Ive ever had where I cant imagine going anywhere near the pups and wiring. However, we can know whether a guitar favors small or large hands just by knowing its exact measurements. Super stoked! Maybe the Vintera is the right price point and playing point for you. It's a type of nut found in high-quality instruments. Playing into a Fender Tone Master Super Reverb and using a Keeley Red Dirt for my overdrive pedal. Thread starter guitarface; Start date Jun 5, 2020; Prev. Any variation can completely change how comfortable a guitar feels in your hands. I would think that Richard Blenkinsop, The author of of the above article, could answer this. This will help you get lower action without suffering fret buzz, which will also be helpful when playing in lower tunings without having to increase your string gauge. So for me it's versatility vs. having "that sound.". The perfect bridge for you will depend on your playstyle because they all have advantages and disadvantages. Hoping y'all can give me some insight. They sound similar to Ivory since they give a lot of sustain and a bright sound (at least when striking open strings). That's why you should always test a guitar before buying it. The Mods usually have some sort of extra pickup configuration as well that give you a wider range of sounds from just one guitar. However, it doesn't have the same versatility as a tremolo bridge. If you want your guitar to stay in tune and sound good, you need a well cut nut. . On the other hand, the Fender Vintera Road Worn 50s Telecaster has the upper hand when it comes to playability, value for the money. Click on one of these links to find out moreAndertons Guitar \u0026 Bass YouTube Channel: https://goo.gl/kRJCpbAndertons Drummers YouTube Channel: https://goo.gl/9yKSS9Andertons Synths, Keys \u0026 Tech YouTube Channel: https://goo.gl/ns172MAndertons Shopping Website: https://goo.gl/TPsG2QBuy a T Shirt: https://goo.gl/TrTe78Make sure to subscribe to Andertons TV for more great videos like this: https://goo.gl/aAzyQM This website is using a security service to protect itself from online attacks. Vintera is 0.870 -> 0.975 "V" shape so the difference is not huge on paper certainly but probably noticeable at the nut end. They are substantially richer in harmonic content and timbre to an astonishing degree; its real black magic. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. All of the gain came. However, some bridges are more expensivelike Floyd Roses and Evertunesand thus add more value to a guitar. The Fender Vintera Road Worn 50s Telecaster has an SS configuration while the Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster has SSS pickups. Both guitars meet 5 out of our 8 criteria items for beginner friendliness. Winner: Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster. Sombrero Top Strat-Talk Member. We used no pedals in this video. Finish wise the 50s had the poly finish on the regular model, and an upgraded lacquer finish available. If you're looking for your first guitar to learn how to play, you can't go wrong with either of them. Create an account to follow your favorite communities and start taking part in conversations. Their made in Mexico guitars are now made up two series the Player and the Vintera series. I have both an American Original 50s (which also has Pure Vintage pickups) and a Vintera 50s. Strat Talk is the leading online community and marketplace for Stratocaster guitars. The Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster, on the other hand, has a V neck. Not sure what the finish is on the Vintera though. They let you perform the intense vibrato effects that would be impossible with a fixed bridge. The guitar world in general, is pretty obsessed with vintage guitars, so for some players, they will be more desirable. The Vintera has a bigger neck, the Players are all 'modern C' which is thinner. Looks like fretboard radius, pickups and country of origin are the biggest differences. Lastly, but still an important point to make the Vinteras all come shipped with a gig bag, whereas the Players dont come with anything. 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. They all use Alnico 5 magnets (the strongest that Fender use) which give you a relatively hot output. I bet you will probably see the same qualitative superiority in the AVII. If I could replace all my necks with this neck I would. This material eventually wears down after a lot of use and most guitars end up needing a complete fret replacement. In this case, both guitars have different neck shapes: The Fender Vintera Road Worn 50s Telecaster has a U type of neck. Good question. There was a lot of info available on the Fender forums before they were closed down. You must log in or register to reply here. Please remember to like, share and subscribe. Vintera vs American original. 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. - YouTube 0:00 / 30:01 Classic Vibe vs Vintera vs Original - a Vintage Strat Shootout! Vintera Votes: 33 49.3% Performer Votes: 34 50.7% Total voters 67 1 2 3 4 Next Apr 17, 2020 #1 RhythmFender Tele-Holic Joined Apr 17, 2020 Posts 542 Location Minneapolis, Minnesota What's the best value here, all things considered? No single neck shape is better than others. 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. Some people like it because they use their thumb over the edge of the fretboard to press the lower strings. I have tried both; had the Vintera '60s Strat in for a couple of weeks to demo but ultimately returned it. Last edited: Jun 6, 2020 Bladesg Funk Meister Silver Member Oct 31, 2013 4,073 Is that some kind of boutique make ? We plugged both the Vintera 50's Stratocaster and the Fender American Original 50's Stratocaster straight into a Fender Blues Junior. Cheers. You can use a thicker gauge for more tension and a lighter one for less tension. 1,966. This is the scale used in most Stratocasters. You can't go wrong with either of them. Thanks all. These are affiliate links. The Fender Road Worn Series, will be a future collectable. You must log in or register to reply here. 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. What are the differences between these guitars? It's much heftier than the modern C. I also have an AO '60s Jazzmaster with a 9.5" neck, which I love. 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. Each pickup has been carefully calibrated and voiced not only for the decade, but also for the guitar and pickup position. 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). I believe that the Vintera you are looking at is the successor to the Baja, which wasn't my favorite and is now long gone. 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. 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. You can email the site owner to let them know you were blocked. But the Pure Vintage pickups in the American Original blow the Vintera pups out of the water. 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. This is what you should aim for if you can afford it. This includes materials, hardware and the quality control expected depending on the country where it was built. Not everyone is going to bothered about nailing that vintage tone or vibe, and thats fine the Player series will see you right. Contrary to popular belief, the difference in sustain and tone that some neck joints give to a guitar is simply unperceivableif they're all well built. This allows you to replace the neck or take it off for travel. I just wanna make sure they're not gonna slap an "American original" sticker on a vintera guitar, haha. Click to reveal NGD! The alternative (Active pickups) offer a higher output that is mostly used for heavy music. The Fender Vintera Road Worn 50s Telecaster has a Synthetic Bone nut. Getting hold of secondhand gear in the UK is nowhere as easy as it is in the US. For the OP: Do you see the problem with your suspected responces? Thank you all for your input. 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. The AO feels great in the hand as the taper fills the hand as you move up the fretboard. I found that the neck is slightly different - I always found the old Classic 60s to basically feel like the AVRI '62 Strat but they were typically fatter in depth; the Vintera is the same depth as the old Classic 60s but is more "oval"/fuller, kind of like the difference between an . I have a baja, which is similar to the Vintera 50s Modified, and a partscaster with CS 62 reissue pickups, so I feel like I make a similar decision every day. I think the Am. This extra arc will make playing chords easier in this model. (Vintage Era). !Let us know below! If the AO neck is anything like the AV '64, you'll be just fine, although the AV has a 7.25 radius. We value and reply to every comment!Come and be our friends too!Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/thelickloftInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/thelickloft/ I want something slightly more modern sounding with that bell like clarity and warmness on the neck pickup and the bite of the bridge, BUT without quite so much twang. Most guitar fret wire is made of nickel silver. The Vintera is an awesome guitar and the neck is simply incredible its a baby-bear-just right chunky U shape. Orig. 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). I've narrowed it down to those 2 models in the title based on watching videos and checking specs. On the other hand, SSS is perfect for players who like to play clean. Winner: Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster. Shoul arrive early next week. In this case, the Fender Vintera Road Worn 50s Telecaster's fingerboard radius is smaller, which means it's more curved than the Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster's. Fender American Original 50La Bella 760FS Flatwounds(foam muted)Fender Vintera Precision Bass 50La Bella 760FL Flatwounds(foam muted)Fender American Original. Its worth pointing out that the finishes on offer also differ. The Fender American Professional II Stratocaster has a 9.5 radius. #6. Since we need to be objective, the most expensive type of bridge will be the winner of this section. Some people prefer the opposite. It might also give more sustain since it doesn't have complex moving parts that make the strings lose vibration. Remember that, even though the difference might seem small, every inch counts when we're comparing guitars. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. This neck shape was more common during Fender's early years. This is a confusing name for a fret size because vintage frets are known for being short. If you have guitar related questions, use the "Search" field FIRST, Then ask the community. The manufacturing country can tell a lot about the build quality of an instrument. 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. When I look back on things I've bought, ( I have only one guitar) I never wish I had gotten the cheaper version. Find out their differences in sound, playability, build quality and value. Thanks for the input. Mexico has been for a long time where Fender has built their semi-premium series. The Vintera 'Modified' series will have the more modern features like a 9.5 fretboard radius, two point tremolo and modern switching options if you prefer that to vintage specs. 3 Reply Alder is the most popular wood that Fender uses in most of their guitars nowadays. In keeping with the vintage vibe, the Vinteras are only available in finishes that were around at the time; personally, I love all the pastel finishes from the 50s Sonic Blue, Fiesta Red, Seafoam Green etc theyre all in there in the Vintera range. hi all, looking to buy either a vintera or AV2 guitar, but having trouble really finding any differences. It's slightly longer than the typical 24.75'' size found in Les Pauls, and it's one of the main reasons why Stratocasters have such a bright sound in general. I don't know if these are the same. BUT they might still not be the right guitar for you. They have a regular output and will serve you for both high-gain and clean tones. 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. Go. 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! What are the differences between these guitars? 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. The lacquer-version comes with nitro finish and a case. 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. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Press J to jump to the feed. They have a modern 9.5" fretboard radius rather than the 7.25" on the vintera, medium jumbo frets vs vintage tall on the vintera, mustang style bridge like the AO had rather than the jazzmaster bridge on the Vintera. It's the most common and cheapest way to build a guitar. Worth noting if you call them to order or purchase in store the price is a little lower than what's posted online. Anything other than whats stated as a sponsored feature is used entirely of my own volition, and no additional sponsorship is involved. On the other hand, the Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster comes with a Bone nut. 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 Acoustasonic Back FEATURED Mod Shop - Design Your Own Guitar Sounds like I cant really go wrong with either based on the responses. Most I''d do for the vintera is maybe slap a couple of em. 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. Really a workhorse. 20 days ago. I've also listed Amazon Affiliate links to my gear further down.Listen: https://open.spotify.com/artist/6RLQFre2Qp5T454mFR5Ol4Download: https://jackfossett.bandcamp.com/Tip Jar: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=GGZDWWJN7P7CNWebpage: https://www.jackfossett.comAlso, if you're interested in the gear I use, you can find some of it on Amazon. If you got small hands, none of these guitars will make a big difference when it comes to comfortability. I don't really want all the switching options of the Vintera - the beauty of the tele for me is the simplicity - but there are obvious advantages like price. We are not a store, we're not owned, nor are we related to these retailers in any way beyond receiving a fee from qualifying purchases. You won't be as likely to mute the strings, especially if you have big hands. I'm looking at either a vintera 1950s telecaster vs the 1951 american vintage II telecaster OR at the 1977 telecaster pro deluxe/custom also between vintera vs america vintage 2. Sep 5, 2019. The words Fender, Telecaster, Stratocaster and the associated headstock designs are registered trademarks of the Fender Musical Instruments Corporation. Of course, that comes at a price. AboutPressCopyrightContact. I have owned both, ended up selling all of my play-grades, and keeping the AV and CS ones that I also enjoy playing. We'll earn a small fee if you purchase after clicking. More blues and classic rock style mostly and prefer the AMerican sound. And stop by the forum to join in on the conversation. Find out more about Alder. The AVRI models from the early 00's came with a capacitor that modernised the circuit. I'm looking for a 50's style maple board Stratocaster. Fender Player vs Vintera: What Are The Differences? The neck profiles on the Vintera series however, vary from model to model. 15,804 views Jun 16, 2020 145 Dislike Share Save Oli Royer 2.05K subscribers Watch Part 2 -. Make no mistake, youll get beautiful, glassy cleans out of these, and youll find that they sound great overdriven too. Its one of my favourite guitars and a real workhorse. 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. A big one for me, is the difference in neck profiles- if my fretting hand isnt comfortable, then Im probably not going to get on with a guitar. They can also be a bit harder to restring and set up correctly than fixed bridges. The Fender American Original 50s Stratocaster wins when it comes to sound, build quality. Difficult to say without trying which isn't currently possible. Fender American Original vs Vintera 60s Strat Part 1 - Can A Mex Beat A USA? In this case, both guitars have a scale length of 25.5". This neck is joined to the body by 4 bolts that you can simply unscrew. The last few years have seen Fender revamp both their Mexican and American ranges of guitars and basses. The AV2 is made in America, by the same people making the Vintera. I suspect that if you check out the specs of the Vintera & compare them to the Performer, you'll have your answer. This makes both lacking in terms of versatility. It's rather thicker than most modern necks, so it's not usually used for playing fast solos. I don't have experience with the Vintera Modified but I do have the AO60s Tele. American Original 50s stratocaster in White Blonde! Both will work perfectly in most band settings, though. It may not display this or other websites correctly. In regards to tone, both will sound like P basses but the Vintera is more vintage voiced compared to the Pro being more modern. Which do you prefer? 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.