Description

Fernandes Retro Rocket! Triple Dual Rail Pickups and style for dayyyyyys, $549!

Overview: The Fernandes Retro Rocket is a stylish and versatile electric guitar designed to capture the essence of classic Stratocaster-style guitars while incorporating modern features and enhancements. Fernandes is known for producing high-quality instruments with unique features, and the Retro Rocket series is no exception.

Key Features:

  • Body:
    • Material: Alder body for a balanced and resonant tone
    • Finish: Gloss finish
    • Shape: Classic double-cutaway Stratocaster-style body shape for comfortable playability and iconic aesthetics
  • Neck:
    • Material: Maple neck
    • Construction: Bolt-on neck design for bright tone and easy maintenance
    • Fingerboard: Rosewood fingerboard
    • Scale Length: 25.5 inches (648 mm)
    • Frets: 22 medium jumbo frets
    • Inlays: Dot inlays
    • Nut Width: Approximately 1.65 inches (42 mm)
  • Hardware:
    • Bridge: Vintage-style synchronized tremolo bridge for smooth pitch modulation
    • Tuners: Die-cast tuners for stable tuning
    • Pickguard: 3-ply pickguard
  • Electronics:
    • Pickups: 3 Dual Rail humbuckers
    • Controls:
      • One master volume control
      • Two tone controls
      • 5-way pickup selector switch for a variety of tonal options
    • Output Jack: Standard 1/4″ output jack

Sound Characteristics:

  • Versatile Sound: Capable of producing a wide range of tones, from clean and sparkling to gritty and overdriven, making it suitable for various styles
  • Classic Stratocaster Sound: Known for its characteristic bell-like tone and ability to cut through the mix

Applications:

  • Genres: Ideal for rock, blues, jazz, pop, and funk
  • Usage: Suitable for live performances, studio recordings, and practice sessions due to its versatile sound and reliable build quality

Country of Manufacture:

  • Japan 

Notable Features:

  • High-Quality Craftsmanship: Known for meticulous attention to detail and high-quality construction, making it a durable and reliable instrument
  • Vintage Appeal: Combines classic Stratocaster design elements with modern innovations, appealing to both collectors and working musicians

Notable Users:

  • Steve Vai (Rock): Although primarily known for his Ibanez guitars, Steve Vai has used Fernandes guitars, particularly models with the Sustainer system, to achieve unique sounds
  • Robert Fripp (King Crimson) – Progressive Rock: Known for his innovative playing techniques, Robert Fripp has used Fernandes guitars with the Sustainer system
  • Various Indie Musicians: Indie musicians often seek high-quality, affordable alternatives to more expensive vintage models, and the Retro Rocket fits well within this niche

The Fernandes Retro Rocket electric guitar is a well-crafted and versatile instrument known for its bright tone, solid construction, and vintage appeal. With its combination of a classic Stratocaster design, single-coil pickups, and optional Sustainer system, the Retro Rocket delivers a playing experience and sound quality that is ideal for a variety of musical genres. Whether used for live performances, studio recordings, or practice, this guitar offers the performance and reliability expected from a high-quality Fernandes instrument.