Fender Newporter Special Natural

The Fender Newporter Special Natural at a glance

With the Fender Malibu Special Natural, the traditional US manufacturer presents a special edition of its California series. For absolute stage quality, the compact Grand Auditorium Western guitar with Cutaway is made of solid okoume and equipped with a Fishman pickup system. In addition, the model also makes something visually. The noble Natural Satin finish is complemented by a maple rosette and matching maple bindings, which give the instrument a subtle but equally elegant touch. For uncomplicated transport to the gig is furthermore a bag included.

Okoume: an exotic among tonewoods

In the Newporter Special Natural, Fender relies entirely on Okoume for the top as well as the back and sides. The tropical wood species, which is primarily found in Equatorial Guinea, Gabon and VR Congo, produces a warm, bass-heavy sound, while the fully solid construction adds the necessary assertiveness. As a result, this versatile model is suitable for vocal accompaniment as well as solo playing and is also a clear recommendation for professional use.

Outstanding playing comfort

With a nut width of 43 mm, the mahogany neck fulfils the perfect prerequisite for expressive strumming and filigree Flatpicking, while still feeling great in the hand. The easy-grip slim 'C' neck profile and pau ferro fingerboard allow the picking hand to glide effortlessly over all 20 frets, which are marked by convenient dot inlays. In addition, a generous cutaway in the lower rib allows for obstacle-free access to the very high registers. Meanwhile, tuning-stable vintage-style tuners, a compensated bone bridge inlay and, last but not least, the high-quality bone nut ensure flawless intonation that guarantees lasting playing pleasure.

Fishman pickup system

In order to be able to show off the mature sound of the handy mini guitar on stage, it is equipped with the Fishman Flex preamp with piezo under the bridge in proven quality. Connected to an amp or via PA, a natural, feedback-resistant sound is created, which can also be optimally mixed by means of volume and tone control.