The NEW Fender Acoustasonic Stratocaster!
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Hey Mary! You're awesome!
(I've always dreamed of having a Flying V electric guitar... but with NYLON strings!)
Perhaps you can help us spread the word: UKEs should be taught in every elementary school on earth! They're like kittens... you don't have to feed! (I also got a zillion adults to love uke... b/c they tried guitar and the metal strings turned them off. Even a 5 year old can start playing songs on uke in seconds!! Simple and fun!!) (Ha: I wrote to Mike Bloomturd to ask him to buy ukes for every child on earth, during Covfefe 19.) (I'm sure he loves to be geniuinely altruistic!) (S)
I'm a street performer (Tronic Uke!) in NYC / New England and to my shock, strangers go apeshit for what I do. (The web has made it so most ppl have to "up the dose" and they want to see stuff they've never seen before!) (I gotta find a great street drummer though! KNOW ANY in New England?) xoxoxoxo
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I'm most likely build that one. Crazy seeing it. Here.
Looks like you have a lively fun channel. Glade I found it
OMG I really apreciate ur accent!!
But without an actual hard case is a 'no' for me. Btw, what do you mean by "...DI it in..."..?
Two guitars in 1 for the price of 3!
No better way to describe it
hahahahaha
I mean it's like 10 guitars and they all sound amazing :))
mhm. I'd love a comparison to an electric with piezo bridge. Like an Epiphone LP Ultra, they were hollow too. Or..has anyone put a piezo bridge in something like an ES335 before? Must be awesome.
Priceless!😶
Me: Time to get back into guitar, couldnt have changed that much right?
1:37 - you have to what now?!
Lol😆
same. much has changed in the two years i took a break. and now you have to charge your guitar
Yeah well before you had to bring a 9v battery for those electro acoustique guitars :P
I think it's a good move as I'm not sure how batteries are delt with in the after life
@@Aniki82 Yep! Got an acoustic electric 12 string. Powered by a 9V.
I own a "stratacoustic" they made years ago. A truly hollow body electric. It sounds like an acoustic guitar but when I put it through my multi-effects pedal it sounds like an solid body electric. It plays like an electric guitar because you can bend strings easily. $275 new. Some players didn't like it but I love it.
I really enjoy the relaxed nature of your videos. Most of the internet is *BOOM BAM HEY HI*, which is fine sometimes, but having relaxing dialogue, a static camera, and warm tones is a nice change of pace. Feels like a living room conversation!
The thing that made me a Mary Spender Fan is your intriguingly beautiful tone! You have an interesting technique that is both pleasing to my ears and fascinating to watch. I love the way you pick out the melody from with in the chords and the use of your thumb on the E string to set the pace. Deceptively simple yet oh so difficult to emulate! Your's and Lari Basillio's styles are instantly recognizable and that is a Major accomplishment in it's self, Cheers! Add to that you can sing, no, you can SANG, Girl! You are The Total Package Miss Mary! I'm curious to see how you'll integrate your new Acoustasonic into your unique style. The looks of it take some getting use to for us traditionalist, but there's no denying the sound of it!!!!
I like the way she talks too.
I wonder when we'll get the Squier version (Hint, hint).
"Interesting split personality." Indeed! My Acoustisonic Tele has that same split personality. I was one of the first to get my hands on one a year ago this past February. It was a game changer for me as I never played slide until I got it! I would like to get my hands on a Acoustisonic Strat next! Peace.
Also see paul davids one. It also has a great looping part. Just AMAZING.
These are crazy expensive, but I can see how useful it might be for the gigging professional (getting well paid) not for me, but enjoyed your demo Mary!
I have 2. One outright after selling another $1K guitar, and a 2nd on the 48 months SWS no interest thing. $40 a month no interest, pay early if you want. Getting one is easy assuming you have a job/decent credit. I think they are worth it. My only regret is now I want a Strat to go with the Tele. I got a 2 place MONO electric bag, so now I have 1 bag with nearly everything, including a back up guitar. Prior I basically had a 2 trip load in. Now, 1. I guess my point is, they are a bit spendy, but, I think I am DONE buying after these for at least 10 years. Another thing, these roasted necks are super stable. I have a couple Rainsong Carbon Fiber guitars, and they rival those for out fo the bag stability.
I definitely agree this guitar isn't particularly ideal for distortion/overdrive pedals. But where it undoubtedly shines is its clean, acoustic sounds. This is a beautiful guitar, and it complements your beautiful voice phenomenally well. ;w;
The joy on your face at 7:10 when the distortion comes in is just lovely
I bought one last week because I'm an over the road truck driver in the USA. I wanted something that wouldn't take up a lot of space and would be easy on the fingers because I haven't played in years so it will be learning all over again.
I've seen a half dozen demos with this guitar, and this is the first one that it actually sounds good in...
That resonance is surprisingly full and highly satisfying. Super versatile, indeed. Also a very good looking instrument, if I may.
Fender is an acquired choice.
It always will be
The name Fender Telecaster sells it.
The Fender, Company - family
wanted to design a signature
Jimi Hendrix model.
When they learned that he set them on fire the answer was obvious no !
Fortunately, the left handed genius made the Mustang
legendary
As well as extremely rare $$$
I bought one after watching this review & others. This guitar is a work of art in every way. The svelte design is a delight to hold and fun to play. I put this guitar down then picked up my Gibson J-45 and it felt like a was playing a cello. The Acoustasonic is worth every penny & make sure you get the suburst.
Top tip - if you're gigging with one of these, take a phone power bank with you. Even better, put some velcro on a power bank and on your strap, so if your battery dies you can carry on without waiting for it to charge.
Top tip #2 - In related news, with a £6 USB -> 9V adapter, you can actually power a pedalboard from one of those batteries. I do it with my board - keep a couple of £8 power banks underneath the board (one as a spare) for a total of around 7,000mAh at 9V, powering the board for about 10 hours and isolating it from the mains in one go, without spending £70 on a Volto and still risking running out of juice.
(note: the adapters you get from Amazon have the wrong polarity, so expect to do a tiny bit of soldering - just cut the cable in half, then swap the wires over and resolder)
Using battery power for effects also reduces the 'One Spot' effect: even more noise in the system.
Girl..this is my dream guitar to play every single day..you're so talented thank you. Man I wish I had a guitar that sounded like that it's amazing.
You are such a great talent ! I am blown away by your voice and guitar skills.
You buy a 2 grand guitar and only get a gig back out the box?
I bought a new American Strat Elite & it came with a very nice, very sturdy case.
These are not really "gig bags". They are soft cases that have a great deal of padding. My Taylor came with a soft case that has steel plates inside of it and I have flown all over the place with it. Padded soft cases are definitely doing their job well.
@Danny Stowers Ha, I bought an American Lone Star Stat for under two grand, and it came with a hard case! In 1998.
I bought a Mexican lacquer strat and got a tweed case.
i have 10 hardcases, i really dont need more taking over my house.
Glad my new PRS came with a gigbag too.
The telecaster acoustasonic demo at Andertons was amazing done by Lee and Danish Pete! Those two seem to be able to make magic music together! I’m sure you’ve seen that video! Thanks for the demo. I think all of the different voices are subjective with either guitar. I play a little but not very well. Mostly electric on a Fender strat.
Sounds really good when plugged in.
I’ve been holding out on buying one, but I’m sold now.
i've never been so sure to sub to a channel before,, extremely quality content, well explained, straight forward, excellent choice of word and definitely a good singer and guitarist!
Love the Tele version. Can not wait to try the Strat.
Yay!
Such versatility in one guitar. Sounded really good while you were singing as well! I've been saying for 30ish years that I wanted to learn how to play guitar..hmmmm...your opinion of it as a versatile acoustic/elec combo first guitar Mary?
It's very versatile indeed. As a first guitar, due to the price tag it would be unusual to recommend it, however, if you love the look and the idea of having both electric and acoustic then it's wondrous. I'll be releasing a beginner guitar course very soon too just fyi :)
@@MarySpender I look forward to your guitar course....
@@MarySpender yes, yes I know😉
Just starting, I'd rather buy one semi expensive that can do both than spend more in the long run on several " starter to intermediate to player series'" setups. So seriously considering this. What was it about the Tele version you didn't like?
Yay, any guitarday is a good day, let alone a new guitar day.
You make it look good as all guitars you presented.
Acoustic sounds with a bit of fuzz or dirt is tha bomb.
More o that please?!!!
Stay safe and in good health, till next,
Grtz!!
It may also be useful for those who like to play at home in their bedrooms without and amp or with something like the Grid "Spark" it has classic Fender sound . Thank you so much for the critique .
Good afternoon Mary! I recently tested one of these guitars at a music store. The guitar had just arrived and had just been tuned before I arrived. The salesperson knew just a few of the details about these guitars, they also had the Tele version that I had already tested on my previous visit. I first tested it through a Fender acoustic amplifier and tried out a variety of different settings, I then took it to the electric guitar testing area and tried it out on a couple of electric guitar amplifiers. I found it to be a comfortable guitar to play, with a wealth of sonic capabilities. The one I played had the same finish as the one in your video, and it comes in a few other finish options, I personally like the natural finish like the one you demonstrated. I believe that these guitars have a lot of potential and are similar to a guitar they were making 15 or 20 years ago, those guitars disappeared from the local music store and I seen one since. These new acoustisonic Stratocaster and Telecasters seem like the more modern interpretation of the earlier guitars Fender were building. I would like to add one to my collection. I am a little disappointed that it comes with a gig bag and not a hard shell case, but I currently do not have one in my collection and it would expand my sonic capabilities tremendously. Thank you for posting this video! Please have an excellent and awesome day! 🙂
I just watched this demo, to hear Mary play, soothes my soul
I play keyboards, but still love watching your honest guitar reviews. And of course love listening to your playing and voice. So wonderful!!!
nobody:
Fender Acoustasonic Stratocaster: $1,999.99
Toures Tiu I thought it was 500, god damn
Nobody:
After having talked with so many band kids, it doesn't sound so insane for an American made instrument.
I mean, you know what a bassoon cost's?!
Sondre Strømme
Bassoon, easily 10,000. Pro alto sax can be 5,000. Guitar players whine to much.
@@stevenrayburn1938 but Steven...how many of them do THEY own??😂😂😂
My neighbor has over 80 guitars! I am a lightweight compared to him..but..I Do have another 3 on their way to me right now in the mail.😂😂
I LOVE my wife!! Once we paid off our house, she didn't give a damn what I buy! (Never did really..but I felt guilty..every time I bought another one... I'm glad that feeling is gone now.😂😂)✌️✌️
I gor the Tele version. Also got regular elite Tele and Strat. I cannot quit playing mine. It is best thru a Fishman Loudbox amp. I only use the acoustic switch positions. If I want electric sounds, I play the others. This one is special. Absolutely special. Had it a year now.
@6:40 it reminds me of Yes ... can just see you using it to play intro to Roundabout !!!
Awesome instroment in your capable hands.....i give you props.....
I just realized I have never told you how much I enjoy your videos! Thank you, Mary!
Your song in the end of your video was great - good presentation of the guitar. You will for sure make it. You have the energy and the wish
the guitar is purely amazing, the tones are just right
First video I see about you and I loved the way you reviewed this fender. Receive my Love and support from Mexico!
I understand barely nothing about guitars, but I love the way she plays
Man that sounds is unreal for an acoustic. And I thought it was just a stratocaster in shape, but those pickups are spot on.
It's times (and price tags) like these that I'm glad I'm left handed.
I think you have found the perfect sounding accompaniment instrument to compliment your voice. The guitar sounds acoustic and smooth yet it has a nice clarity and electric vibe that really blends with your vocals. I have found that many times your electric guitar is too harsh or does not blend that well with your voice but in this video that Fender Acoustasonic was the perfect match plus your finger style sounds much better on that guitar. I would like to hear more of you on that Acoustasonic. I have been playing the Telecaster version for awhile and I am digging it.
I really like the look of that fretboard...really unique. Great playing as always, Mary!
The older I get (I'm over 60) the more I appreciate a 4 pound guitar to pick up and play. I have a Martin 000-28 and also a Fender Stratocaster, but the Strat doesn't get much playing time these days as I prefer sofa playing with the 000-28. I believe you like the OM28e you have as John Mayer is a big influence on you, and Angella likes an OM to play on. You may want to try the 000-28 for it's shorter scale length because the frets are a little closer together. I find it easier to try difficult to play chords as my fingers don't have to stretch as far. That may be one of the reasons why Eric Clapton likes a the 000-28. Great video review on a new guitar!
Great playing and singing! Thanks for your great content and stay healthy!
You are one of my favorite musicians and artists. I'm hoping I get to see you perform one day
4:08 this song made my whole day a lot brighter
Any idea what the song is called?
Lewis MacKenzie search up never gonna give you up- rick astley
I had a chance to play one of the tele versions and I REALLY loved it. So lightweight and louder than I expected. I want one!
Looks like a neat guitar. I've been pondering hybrid acoustic-electrics as a travel guitar when weight and size are concerns. Kiesel builds a headless guitar similar in style, although without the fancy electronics.
I've played it before. I really enjoyed it. I also love your videos. You're very talented and informed. Great content. 👍🏻👍🏻
An interesting guitar. Made in the Fender Custom Shop but a production guitar. I’ve heard you can use either electric or acoustic strings but I’ve yet to see anyone change them out. I’d say this guitar suits you
Now thats a Really sweet Guitar love the wood finish.
The thing I think is REALLY GREAT is how it PERFECTLY Fits your style of Playing AND your Songs how you tap out a beat on your guitars
You playing the guitar ,taping out a beat and singing a One PERSON band
A perfect fit 👍👍👍😁 well worth the price of the Guitar .
My interest in one of these is more about the feel than the sound. I've always found acoustic guitars uncomfortable to play even though I do enjoy the sound. If it feels anything close to my strat and the sound is "good enough", this might be what I'm looking for...
Have you tried any slim-line acoustics or parlor style guitars as not all acoustics are necessarily gigantic dreadnoughts? I feel the same, and although I have a big dreadnought acoustic I love the sound of, Ive been thinking of selling it as I just don't love the feel of playing it due to its heft.
Even something like a Fender Stratacoustic or Coronado (if I have the model name right!) could be worth trying too as they're a nice halfway to going fully electric or acoustic, and they're fairly affordable (albeit without quite all the bells and whistles of the Acoustasonic!)
@@NFMorley Parlor way to go IMO. I have a slim waisted acoustic made by Andrew White, and a parlor. I like the sound of the parlor. I like the sound of a dreadnought, but d not find them comfortable to play. IMO Fender ought to bring out a Squire version f this. I think the price is too high
With a good acoustic, you feel the sound through your body as you play it so it's both about the sound and the feel of the sound. I don't think any hollow body electric can feel the same as a well made acoustic in that sense, just as I don't think you'll be able to replicate the feel of a strat by putting a strat neck on a hollow body.
Some new acoustics have bevelled cutaways to make playing the high notes easier and you can always use lighter gauge strings as well. Easier to take to parties and campgrounds too than something that needs to be plugged in - every guitar player should have an acoustic kicking around for when the power goes out ;-).
Nevermind If you play nylon I can heartily recommend the Godin ACS 10. I’ve had one for about 4 years - the tone is amazing and it’s incredibly slim and comfortable. The entire Multiac range is worth checking out.
Exactly my view of the acoustasonics, Brendon.
if theres one artist this guitar fits i think it's Mary spender
I've seen this concept way earlier. In the mid to late 80's Kramer had the Ferrington. That was a fantastic instrument as well. If I ever do get my hands on another one... I may "borrow" some of the tech. But this Idea was done before.
Mary! I love the song you sang! Your lyrics are really good too! ☺️
WOW, the intro thing is so good, i love it
00:07
Helps if you say whether you bought the guitar, were lent it or whether it's a paid promotion.
How does it help?... She gave a great demo 👍
Loraxe72 Nothing wrong with the demo and her praise for the instrument was not excessive. But it's proper to let people know how the guitar came into one's hands, and most channels will now put that information upfront in the video.
@@sordel5866 That's great, but not everyone gives a shit.
Sordel Who says it’s proper? Who defines “Proper”. Certainly not Subscribers.
@@strawman3059 It helps, because people are way more critical, if it was their own money they've spent. You can't objectively say if it was a great demo. Maybe she didn't state out the negative things, because fender gifted the guitar to her.
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I still can remember the day we watched the movie "Amadeus" in school. The theacher we had was a big fan of classical music. When the credits were playing some piece of music was playing and after he was annoyed because some were talking while it was playing.
Just always reminds me of this when i watch the credits of your videos to the end just because of the music ;-)
I like hearing her talk too, she also learns you alot about music.
I bought one of these for $1999.00 played it for about 8 months and it began to fall apart!
no abuse just normal playing in fact i own 15 guitars so this was not played all the time.
it started getting rattles under the bridge and no matter what gauge strings i used it simply would not stay in tune!
they could do much better for the price i love fender but i sold this while i could still get out from under the HUGE price
great vid by the way 😄
Mary is such a talented individual and excellent presenter. I would watch her videos regardless of what she is talking about.
you're incredibly talented Mary and this is a great video!
Wow, that's actually pretty cool. Sounds so much better than I thought it would. Thanks for sharing.
You're so lovely. Your voice is so smooth and relaxing. I love the album!
Best thing I see about the $2K guitar is the nice funky drum beats you loop with it. Acoustic strings typically will not bend, nor otherwise play like electric strings. I think this will become a novelty item and fade away. Fishman did the modeling in my Ovation VXT electric. But besides this, the video is awesome! As usual.
"I don't hate it" is not exactly a ringing endorsement. I've heard Molly Tuttle demo it too. Got to say it strikes me as neither Fish nor Fowl. Probably a nice niche guitar.
I can ASSURE you, Molly wouldn't give up any of her axes for that instrument. I find it laughable she even got suckered into playing it :) I don't she Mary playing this and Molly is on a whole different level then Mary.
Really love the sound of Fender Acoustasonic! So innovative!
Finally :-) I have the Tele version but like the sound choices from the Strat.
Still can’t get over the fact how versatile this guitar is. And your playing is as always top notch! 😍🙌🏻
I'm waiting for a Rickenbacker that doesn't cost an arm and a leg. Like my electric Strat.
It truly sounds like an instrument to inspire ideas (I loved when you added some dirt to the signal)!
woah i love the purcussive effects you can get
Mary - Thanks for the demo. For a traveling pro who has to make up sounds on the spot to fit into the mix, this might be a "do all" instrument. Especially while experimenting in a writing session. I can see a lot of "What about this ..." scenarios coming out of one of these. Even if the eventual sound recorded is an actual Martin or something. Great for experimenting. Lighter and obviously easier to play for hours standing. I suspect it will end up as one of Mary's gig guitars. Seems to fit her style well.
Line6 Variax Standard that I have seems more versatile to me and it wasn't as expensive as this. And I was surprised, that its build is also of decent quality, not significantly worse than my US Fender Stratocaster. I love Fender, it's great that they are trying to innovate, but this new one is not for me...
I so want one of these, but I'm way too poor right now.
I'm sorry - I know times are tough right now - I just promise you to keep you entertained on this channel.
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I was born in manatee county but I’m afraid many of us or to poor at the moment. This to shall pass and something to work for can inspire motivation, unfortunately almost all of us are stuck in time right now. Be positive my fellow human.
@@MarySpender you do a great job. Thank you for all of the exelent content, Plus I have plenty of gear to keep me busy.
@@aaronburratwood.6957 I have never actually seen a Manatee in real life, I am from the opposite coast. I have seen Elephant Seals up close on the beach though, they are amazing.
Start a TH-cam channel and do some gear reviews and demos then before you know it Fender will send you a free one. Then do a nasty rant on how Gibson's are junk and you hate them and then they will send you a brand new Les Paul Standard for free and all will be good. That ain't workin' that's the way you do it.
Great going Mary, my I always thought it would be perfect for your style of music. You're fantastic, Jeff in LA USA
I have just found your videos on TH-cam and you are amazing. Did you know you sound just like Mary Chapin Carpenter which is awesome. Thanks for sharing your life with us.
I like your videos so much your review is so detailed and you play really great and you sing great too.
Love the indie-poster on the background...! ♥️
I want one. Many demos including this one bring me here. I no longer gig, too bad because I think the electric sounds are special when playing soft or hard. This would cover all the bases for me. It's not about replacing anything, it's about creating new sounds that are extremely musical and can enrichen future music. Hard to justify the cost without off setting musical income. Maybe I'll be around long enough to see an affordable version.... Thank You!
Excellent vocals! Nice guitar.
Definitely a versatile instrument! I would love to have one of these specifically for looping.
Nice review Mary. Good job!
I think it suits the singer/Strummer of a band. In fact it was um, Def Leppard I saw the singer with a telacoustic. It worked really well.
Funnily, even though I play Strats rather than Teles I prefer the Telacoustic...visually at least. I feel the Tele shape represents what sort of instrument this is: much more Strummer than shredder!
Thank you Mary Spender. I’ve been waiting for this review.
Cool, I use to have an acoustic telecaster but I preferred the thinline electric over it.
Thanks for uploading. I'd have to hear it directly to judge. The tone has to be pretty special to justify the price tag.
Getting Five-Watt-World vibes from that editing.
I bought the Tele version (natural - just like yours) merely a week or so before Fender annouced the Strat!
That axe looks good, and it complements your voice nicely.
You never fail to disappoint Mary. Keep up the good work. Love from Denmark.
I think you got that first sentence backwards, lad.
Wow what an outstanding review. great balance of detail and sound examples. You excelled yourself on this one. Keep up the brilliant work and thanks a bunch..very helpful. Oh and nice songwriting!
Mary Spender? More like Mary Fender :)
Wow, just stumbled on your channel. Great review and AMAZING voice and playing, Mary.
Two grand and it comes in a gig bag. I guess we'll have to wait for the Ultra series to get a proper case.
M Spender--- Giving a thumb's up for this presentation. No attitude either yay or nay, just presenting the instrument, with it's ups & downs. Very well done. Guitar is as you say, a specialty gtr that has some nicely useful sounds. Would like to have heard the gtr a smidge more in the mix while singing, musically speaking.
"...but I don't _*hate it"
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Your music / loop is amazing
I can see you're having fun with it, Mary. I'm sure there are grunge and metal players who would be just fine with the distortion at 7:30 or so. It's WAY more costly, but nonetheless similar, to my Ovation Tangent T357, a "super-shallow" design that I've played for a decade, but that is no longer made. My Tangent is all-black, but similarly light with an onboard preamp that's more elaborate than most acoustic-electrics on the market now (except for those at the very high end), but doesn't have the Acoustasonic's decade-later capabilities. If I could afford an Acoustasonic, I'm sure I'd be happy to play it, but it's far outside of my budget.
Mine comes in today or tomorrow I’m so pumped!! Sick shoes btw:)