A NEW Fender Telecaster Acoustasonic? Here's Why...

[@standingwavestudio]

Honestly hearing Mary play a song with that thing is the best advertisement Fender can do.

[@judih.8754]

Bravo !

[@sheumack]

Closely followed by giving one to Ola...

[@UkiMalefu]

IMHO, the best version of that song right there. And I can't believe it sounded that good with that little amp and recorded outside.

[@JohnnyTorontoEh]

Wow, if there was ever a guitar matched to your tone Mary, this is it. Beautiful.

[@robertcronin6603]

Totally.

[@tonysansom]

I agree. Mary's playing at the beginning of the video was beautiful!

[@johngraydon506]

Gentle is the tone..you can relax, its the same when she talks..

[@greggesaman535]

Mary, your performing is going to another level. As a fellow musician, I appreciate your hard work and dedication to keep moving forward on your music journey. It's not easy out there and you make it look easy. Great work!

[@TheeBizzyB]

Every time I see these I just think about back ~10ish years ago when Fender tried to make these guitars as a more budget friendly piece and they did not resonate with people. I always thought that they were interesting concepts, so it makes me happy seeing that Fender didn't give up on the design and instead just tried to make it the best guitar that it could be.

[@CrowderMusic]

I had one of those, one piece fiberglass back and sides, Telecoustic!

[@ubsurd0729]

I think that putting this product into perspective really helps people identify who this instrument was made for,,,,, also making it cheaper is defo a good idea.

[@TheBigburcie]

A more reasonably priced guitar that is this versatile and high quality would be perfect for a touring, low budget musician.

[@riff1964]

@@TheBigburcie So the difference is a switch, some wiring and software?

[@AndrewBonicaRR]

@@TheBigburcie a Variax Standard is way more versatile and doesn’t look like a cupholder, for only $899 (was $799 before the tariffs). 🤘😉👍

[@paulyguitary7651]

It’s that time of year again. Looks like we are about to be hit with a bunch of Acoustisonic reviews and demos. I always enjoy Mary’s playing and her videos so she is always on my Acoustisonic must watch list when they drop.

[@journeyofawesome8473]

Yeah, I am here (hear?) for it.

[@GuiitarBilly]

Agree. literally just got done reading about this just in time for Christmas new acoustisnonic in the Guitarist family of mags newsletter. I like Mary, happy to listen what she does with it. Nice 😊

[@tahoemike5828]

Three in my feed today.

[@jonkerr2050]

Aesthetically I think one of these in just a natural glossy wood finish with a nice Abalone rosette would look amazing.

[@joermnyc]

Would have been cool if they did a Mustang shape, since the Mustang was the “student” (lower cost) model when it first came out.

[@DavyHulme]

Aye, tho you can pick the Acoustasonic American Jazzmaster up for £1,400 - £1,500 (UK) at present.

[@dingdong6069]

The algorithm recently suggested at random Page & Plant doing their excellent Unledded No Quarter thing back in the mid-90's and it suddenly dawned on me: These Acoustasonics are the Ovations (which Page plays often in these sessions) of the 2020's. An acoustic that's not quite an acoustic designed for the electric player and some love em and some hate em. Just like Ovations which of course are still available too. From Fender once upon a time too.

[@charlesbolton8471]

That’s what I’ve been saying since the American Acoustasonic Tele came out a couple of years ago. However, you did skip a couple of significant steps in the evolution between Ovations and these: the Gibson (and Epiphone) Chet Atkins SST and the Taylor T5.

[@d.wilson1402]

I literally just bought one before seeing this video. It’s almost perfect for what I want it for. The quality is superb and I can’t see any difference in them physically from the Americans. I know this sounds odd, but the big body of dreadnoughts hurt my shoulder and aren’t comfortable for me. I am also an electric player and move the speed and ease of play. This is a winner! Great review!

[@LapsangTe]

It's still very expensive for a struggling musician. I would like to see a Squier version that I might afford.

[@vladtheimpala5532]

Interesting to note the range of comments. Everyone has an opinion. Some say it’s too expensive others say it’s reasonably priced. Most like the sound some don’t. I thought it sounded good and it was played well. I liked the location too.

[@munkyenima]

I think compared to 2 grand it is very reasonably priced. I liked the concept from the get go but I'm not willing to pay 2g's. I could justify paying a thousand, and the Mexican Fenders have been very high quality lately. There are Mexican Fender electric (solid body) models right now that cost more than a thousand. People are getting hung up on the fact that ALL GUITARS have had their prices skyrocket since the pandemic began. A Mexican Charvel (made by Fender) which I was looking at, was out of stock at $600 and by the time they came back in stock they where almost a thousand. Prices are only going to go up on the new guitar market so people are going to have to wrap their minds around it. Some say there will be a used market price dump soon due to people buying all the stock (as beginners) during covid and not sticking with it. If it's too much $ for you, wait a year or two and save a grip of cash buying used. Taylor and Martin have already proven that some great acoustics can be made in Mexico, so it only follows that the largest guitar producer (already in Mexico) would as well. Just my 2 cents.

[@charlesbolton8471]

@@munkyenima I completely agree. It really shows that Fender is listening to their customers since people have been asking for a more “affordable” Acoustasonic since the American made one first came out almost three years ago. The thing that I don’t understand is that Taylor has been making the T5 for 16 years, and there has never been a similar push from their customer base for a more “affordable” T5 made in Mexico. I’ve liked the American Acoustasonics since they first came out, but at their price I would be more inclined to buy the T5, but I already have a similar Gibson (the Ranger) which was the short lived replacement for the Chet Atkins SST. However, the price of these Mexican Acoustasonics is low enough that I might consider one of them (or maybe a used T5).

[@chrisjames1924]

Fantastic playing and amazing clean tones.

[@trep53]

The guitar makes a noise, the artist makes beautiful sounds. The variety of guitars are endless so there is no need to be stuck on playing a vintage Telecaster. I heard an inventor once say if your not leading the view never changes. So Mary keep on keep’n on.

[@jeffrconner]

Still glad I have my Acoustasonic Jazzmaster, but nice to know there are more affordable options coming. ;-)

[@perrykeeley665]

You did such a great job on the song. You totally sold me on the guitar...I WANT ONE! But with the truth coming out you made this sound great love the song and the guitar playing. You made the guitar another voice with the chorus, I now want to learn the song. Thanks for sharing.

[@dr.s.]

I really like the sound of this guitar in particular in combination with your style of playing. I also kinda like the look. I love Teles, for me they are the perfect guitar (at least shape wise). And this has a really nice modern shape. This one as a solid body could be also be pretty nice.

[@colindamo]

I came here to this video to check out the review of the acoustasonic tele.......left blown away by your outdoor performance!!! 👍👍😀. Nice work!

[@drumsNstuff79]

I have the USA one and it is great! I didn't want a huge full sized acoustic with a chunky neck, I wanted a thinline with skinny neck. The voicing sound great and it had no piezo quack! Plus I love Teles. People love to dog on the "gig" bag not being a hard-shell case, but It's a sturdy stiff lined soft shell, not a floppy bag. It's a nice case I must say! I like it a lot. The noiseless Tele pickup sounds really good and it was designed by Tim Shaw who did all the great eighties pickups for Gibson and is now a Fender man. Plus I love how it sounds just acoustically. Not concert volume, but a nice output for bedroom playing and impromptu jam sessions. It's a cool guitar. If you want a dreadnought go buy one, but If you want something unique and more comfy get this.

[@ItsVictoriaG]

Same for me! I didn’t want a huge full sized acoustic or a huge chunky neck (I have a chunky neck guitar already, lol). It’s lightweight and ergonomic, and there’s still that tele quack in the fifth position!

[@nico3641]

Can the acoustic side be used without an amp unplugged while chilling on the couch?

[@drumsNstuff79]

@@nico3641 Yes! It sounds surprisingly loud. Not too loud though but just enough volume to strum for fun anywhere. It's not as huge a sound as a full sized dreadnought and can be more on the trebly side, not as bass-y. But yeah you can just strum it, the sound hole on it they designed makes it project for such a thin guitar.

[@nico3641]

@@drumsNstuff79 do you get all different tones while unplugged?

[@awkipintee]

Three positions is all you really need. I could say the same about my strat although position two is useful. The guitar sounds great and with Mary’s hybrid technique it sings with harmonic joy. I’d buy one. (Butterscotch) Great demo !

[@MarySpender]

⦿ Get the Guitar TABs for the songs I play in this video: www.patreon.com/maryspender

[@Rick_Cleland]

😮😮😮

[@prs7100]

Mary. Thank you. Didn’t know they came out with the less expensive version. all excellent quality. You sounded awesome. Thanks for the demo.

[@snakehips81]

I believe TODAY is the day it has been announced (at least in the UK anyway). I was in a UK guitar shop today, looking at the Acousticaster, and the excitable music shop guy told me that later that day (today), the announcement would happen, of the Mexican version, with just a 3-position selector switch. So, I got a cheeky heads up - (not really, ha ha !!)

[@catarinavaz]

Bought the acoustasonic 2 years ago, and still pretty happy with it! Love that guitar color! And your performance is stunning!

[@danielleblanc890]

One of my favorite songs, this version is so genuine, I love it

[@jmoorecareers]

This instrument sounds beautiful in your hands! But I really must see one of these instruments in person some day. On video they look like they are carved out of a ‘70’s kitchen counter. I really can’t get past the look.

[@charlesbolton8471]

I think they look better in person, but it definitely isn’t a guitar that will appeal to everyone.

[@Jdb63]

I love how they look! Well only the tele version actually. I think that strat and jazzy are kind of ugly

[@L.Scott_Music]

I wasn't even considering the Acoustasonic in the previous version because of price. This is MUCH better. The paired down sounds, to me, are no loss. And Fender Mexico has proven itself very good quality for a long time now.

[@Yu-Fei-Hung]

The sound of the guitar brings me the song "Wide open spaces". Sweet 😎👍

[@timchalmers1700]

Very interesting tones. Some people say that it's not a this or that. Exactly - it's its own thing and it has some great tones.

[@GuitarMeOfficial]

Pretty cool guitar! Even better performance! 👏👏

[@haveaniceface7290]

Sounds great!

[@haveaniceface7290]

Your technique is immaculate as always.

[@MarySpender]

Really appreciate the kind words Richard

[@HoracioGarciaMusic]

not fair, Mary could make a tissue box with rubber bands sound amazing. Great playing as always.

[@SambaPame1997]

Love your content as always

[@MarySpender]

Thank you!

[@SambaPame1997]

@@MarySpender Very Welcome Maam. Humbled for your response back

[@jairricardoquijanotriana2233]

Es.toda una.joya,.verte,.y.saber.Q.personas.como.tu. inspiran.tanto.el.amor.a.la.música.y alas.guitarras,.tus.viajes.tus.historias

[@Purple_Pixel]

This seems like the perfect solution for any type of stage acoustic performance.

[@tonyzamorano2519]

So nice and enjoyable to hear and see Mary to play the guitar..

[@michaelbloom7266]

One of your best videos yet

[@gauravjain1665]

Always want to meet you miss! May You Hit 5 Million subscribers by your next birthday. I am sure it will happen

[@peterwilliams716]

I absolutely love the concept of this guitar and also being an avid telecaster fan I’m hoping to get one of these in this colour very soon! Superb playing as well you are a great guitarist.

[@scottie74]

What a truly amazing trio of beautiful music beautiful song singing and playing 👌🏻 & well the guitar ain’t too shabby either 😊 loved that song you played in Barcelona and now looking forward to listening to more of your music 😎

[@martinfrog768]

Beautiful Backdrop for such a fun performance ... Thanks for sharing such an enchanting moment !

[@eghii]

ironically I got the email from Fender announcing this line while I was watching. I am not sold on the appearance of this guitar line but I do like the sound that they produce.

[@marcohahn8498]

beautiful performance! i really enjoyed it

[@dean3338]

Hi Mary, beautiful song, thanks for the demo!🎼🎸😎💐

[@spider5001]

Really nice performance 🙂 I believe they could give you a log with six strings attached and you would find a way to make it sound amazing lol. I never understood why these were never really well received. Maybe the acoustic strings? They say price but I mean even people who can afford them don’t buy them. There was no acoustasonic “hype” lol

[@jayp9279]

Sounds Beautiful. What a great jam.

[@bessiebraveheart]

Hello Mary, nice guitar, but I've just taken delivery of Emerald guitars carbon fibre virtuo. I love it, it is so versatile, does accoustic and electric sounds very well. See Justin Johnson demoing one.

[@fredymendez855]

need this in jazzmaster body shape and its a rap !!! the jazzmaster shape is the most comfortable guitar to play sitting down period !!!!

[@andresilva8444]

Didn’t like the white one in pictures but seeing you use it here changed my mind. Still would probably fork out for the burst one. Roll on the Squier version.

[@Barbarapape]

I agree with the comments below, this new guitar is turning into another overhyped "Spark" amplifier fiasco. Having watched most of them, very few say what it's limitations are. If you need it's hybrid sound then fine, but it won't fully replace a Telecaster or Acoustic.

[@danclay13]

well i was questioning this guitar but now Im convinced I got to get one

[@James-cn9no]

For a little more you can have a Taylor T5z and a truly elegant and high-quality playing experience.

[@coolbluesman]

OMG a Blackstar sighting. One for the books.

[@donald-parker]

I'm curious how you get around the rules that require disclosure of sponsorship. Or did I just miss the disclosure?

[@stuartdennis8506]

Your playing around 2:10 is 🙌🏻

[@Gettin2theGettin]

What a beautiful song!!

[@Mike7O7O]

The last ten seconds, when you let go, was when I saw the magic. (FWIW)

[@kevingross4141]

A wonderful performance of *Run Your Mouth.* and a nice to see an Acoustasonic at a "reasonable" prine point.

[@newriver25901]

Outstanding, beautiful music and beautiful fender instrument

[@justinaskins2156]

I have an Acoustasonic Strat and I really like it

[@jamesthorley4442]

Beautiful 😍

[@amarillohomebrewing4602]

WOW ! ! ! ! Let me explain - WOW ! ! ! !

[@StudioBrock1337]

Want. The guitar is cool too! Keep rockin' Mary!

[@Dark0ne2099]

so the sound is slightly darker than the regular acoustasonics? At least it feels like it (which is good, for me)

[@alexanderkirsanov5987]

Wow, I was really impressed by your playing and singing! Thank so much! :)

[@danielleblanc890]

Absolutely beautiful Mary, perfection

[@Motociclista760]

That's sweat! Maybe worth the trip to check it out.

[@jeffmckimmie8898]

Really liked this song, and your voice was wonderful. Thank you and God Bless. ❤️🙏🎸🤓🇺🇸(California)

[@Dian2Gig]

Waiting for Jazzmaster version to debut. Love those off set body guitars. We own 4. Two Squier Jagmaster and 2 Black Top Jaguars.

[@robertcronin6603]

Mary... beautiful tune...just awesome 🔥

[@jamesbirch6522]

Great video.. but we are all waiting to see if Ola can make it chug right?.

[@noelschultz3728]

I bought the mex version love the way you play

[@scottkidwellmusic9175]

Great performance as always. 🙏🙏🙏 I appreciate the demo, but I'm probably not picking an Acoustasonic up anytime soon.

[@adweitzsacker]

Mary, I like how the guitar sounded with you playing it. I was interested in the line when the first acoustisonic came out, but it can't fit my style of playing, which works well for me on an Ibanez afj95-aff. When I see a version come out that says Squire on it, I'll take another look.

[@bbbeno]

Talentosa María. Sensacional, como siempre.

[@Dobroz99]

Mary nice song! Is that a special mic you are using? Not sure what I am looking at. Is it a mike on a streaming or recording device?

[@christopherthomas6336]

You are awesome Mary Splendor🌹

[@garryshirreffs9645]

Sounds amazing. Never understand thumbs down ? Really

[@rayschoch5882]

Nicely original playing, Mary.

[@ColinStuart]

Mary, does this sound good acoustically?

[@under5minutes743]

Whats the string set up in this? Beautiful tones and voice 😍😍

[@wildwoodtop]

I so can't wait until this Gal becomes famous. Then her hair will be all Puffy and stacked up to the Moon 😋

[@deweyhiller]

Subscribed! Love your playing!

[@AlbertoGuitarrista]

What a beauty! And the guitar as well...

[@fred993a]

Mary - I bet you love the nature wood aspects like me!!

[@NeriKafkafi]

Actually sounds slightly better to me than the USA-made, at least in the studio with the good amp. There's almost no piezo quack. Outside now... you'd be better with the LAVA.

[@glennkilele2324]

AMAZING!!!!!!! WHAT ARE THE CHORDS TO THE FIRST SONG YOU PLAYED, PLEASE

[@itslikethesamebutdifferent8020]

I’ve noticed that a lot of you guys have released the acoustasonic player review video exactly an hour ago. Did fender tell you guys not to release the video beforehand as part of the promotion?

[@leamanc]

I imagine so. Usually in these types of promotional agreements, there is a clause that says “embargo until” such-and-such date.

[@itslikethesamebutdifferent8020]

@@leamanc i see. Ok then that makes sense. Thx for the info,

[@minimus1703]

It's amazing

[@TheNoshpa]

That review is really the best.

[@crappocrappoproductions-ak9403]

Hi Mary. Just waiting for delivery of my acoustasonic as I type this comment. What is your opinion on the strings that come with the guitar? Did you immediately swap them for something different? Electric vs acoustics? Thanks!

[@jr4233]

That was beautiful

[@martinsgiroux]

Love it. It's my go to guitar.

[@josephhughes9490]

Mary, You are incredible. Love the acoustasonic guitars

[@heikoschwammle4650]

watched a view of your videos but this time you got me

[@nickfletcher4132]

Would have been nice to have had a more in depth review of the voicings how many? (if more than one). What do they replicate? How do they sound?...etc, etc.

[@racheltaylor6578]

That was lovely.

[@edsmith1819]

Beautiful performance and song, great guitar.

[@alanfaber1261]

Nice playing and nice review! Did you find it more difficult to play finger style on the Acoustasonic versus your Martin OM28, which has a 1-3/4” neck width? I am interested in the Fender but concerned that the neck may be too cramped for my tastes.

[@donaldholman9070]

Love your music!