Top 10 Fender Guitars Of The Past 15 Years

Hi guys, over the past 18 years I had the privilege to have filmed almost 90 Fender demonstrations for Andertons, Thomann, Guitars Center - Here is a top 10 list of the best of the best from Fender (IMO)
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[@D.Miller]

I swear in a DPT standard version is about before the PRS SE T style comes out Chapman could print money at will. I needs me a green dpt

[@craigtodd8297]

I think sitting with a sea foam HSS strat with a mate who has a beast of a baritone is a divine recipe.

[@kovalfetterer2218]

Hope to see Rob Chapman and Captain Lee Anderton make more fun videos again

[@BlazertronGames]

I don't think the bullet is worth £299 (£380 if you adjust for inflation considering the video is from 2017). It's a nice guitar, but you can definitely tell it's a bit cheap, compared to the £260 yamaha pacificas. It's thinner and lighter, which might be desirable, but it makes it feel a bit cheaper. The tuners don't stay in tune as well as better ones either. It's not bad, but I don't think it's mind blowing for the price, anymore at least. You can find great guitars for similar prices (harley benton, pacifica, sire for £250+ etc.) that are sometimes better than the bullet even when they're cheaper or the same price.

[@FrankFurther]

I think its a bit of a lottery, but if you get a good one they can be every bit as good as a Mexican Fender for a quarter of the price

[@BlazertronGames]

@@FrankFurther they might play as good as a mexican fender, but the quality of the wood, hardware and electrics is what will be cheaper. Even the squire classic vibe will have cheaper parts compared to a mexican fender. I think the price is much more to do with the build quality and attention to detail, rather than the tone or feel. I don't think I got a bad one. It just feels a bit cheaper than some other cheap instruments that I have. But it feels good to play.

[@JGAbstract]

I love my bullet telecaster. I played it more than any guitar I had. I think it's amazing for $120 I got it for. But yeah I agree, it should not be anymore expensive than $150. It definitely feels different than my Classic vibe and my American fender. For the price I got it for, it's outstanding. But once you get any higher, you might as well get a better tier Squier.

[@neilyoung449]

Love it rob . Very bad day but you have made me laugh . Thank you !

[@carwynvan]

I think the most interesting thing for me that fender have done in that time frame is the Meteora! Really like that shape. And I'd definitely be interested in you doing a demo of the IR-2

[@haus05]

i have a meteora , lots of qc issues , maple neck is super over sprayed all over the frets with laquer , the wiring is absolute shit ... bridge pickup works sometimes maybe ... all in all not too happy with it , love the shape and aesthetic of it but how it ever passed QC is beyond me , probably will take it back to my local shop to see if they can fix it , if not ill likely sell it and grab something else

[@GitShiddy]

Ahh no shitty AI generated thumbnail. Now I can watch. Which is good I quite like these retrospectives.

[@clarissaanaferreirasieiro2127]

Just to add the Mexican series Fender Stratocaster 50s /60's reissue from 90's to early 2000's are just amazing guitars.

[@tlawton783]

You all had a great show hope you do Andertons again!

[@TonyHislop]

Great vid Rob, Happy New Year. Yeah, IR-2 demo please.

[@neiladdison4457]

I was hoping to see my Vintera 50s modded shell pink Tele on here to justify my purchase a while ago😝

[@D.Miller]

Absolutely loving the varied content you're posting.

[@MrRafaztar]

Love the updated thumbnail

[@adamfstewart81]

we miss your presence on the Anderton’s channel sooooooo much 😢 Hope you’re really loving life in Malta. 😭😭😭

[@allendean9807]

Have you found yourself playing lighter these days compared to in the past? I get the feeling your touch has softened. Not losing any character, or intensity, but less of that out of tune hit one gets from hammering those open chords. Or am i just spewing nonsense? Hehehehe

[@nohillforahighstepper]

My favorite Fender, which I purchased, is a 2014 US Fender Strat /Guitar Center Limited Edition with a solid rosewood neck and Custom Shop Fat 50's pickups. I made 1 small mod to this axe, I installed a mini toggle to turn on the bridge pup at any time. I also changed the pickguard and knobs but that is cosmetic. I'm not sure why this LE isn't in demand everywhere. It has been awesome for me. Excellent vintage tone, especially the middle pickup. 10 years later and it is still my favorite. If you get a chance to play a used one, it is well worth your time.

[@DobDog151]

I picked up an IR2 and it’s quite good. Would love your take on it! 🎸

[@glennmoore7312]

I'll stay with my 1996 Am Std Stratocaster and Telecaster. Bought new in 1996, the only thing new is the marketing. I used to have a 1962 Stratocaster, still the same. Buy a used Am Std and save your money.

[@paulcullen5015]

Marauder

[@jayd9707]

Fenders are fine, but I'll take my ML3 Pro Traditional any day! I'd buy that ML1 in the background if I could find one.....

[@edwinstovall3334]

For all that I love that Strat DNA, I have never owned an actual Stratocaster. Not a Fender, not a Squier. I got a bunch a good knock-offs, though. I'm no pro, nor semi-pro. These are indulgences, not investments, so I try to get the best bang for the buck that I can. I got two Donner knock-offs of Squier's current Affinity series Strats. Careful waiting and pouncing saw these beauties come to my door for less money than the Strats -- AND with better specs! I've seen other guitars that were deals that good and better since then! Better watch it, Fender -- those other guys have upped their game more than a little!

[@waynebridger4998]

I'll never forget the blindfold Tele video, where you thought the classic vibe was in fact the USA custom shop model

[@brianblair1125]

Love your videos and would love a shot at the IR-2!

[@StGus]

TOP 10 Pedalboard Platform Amps which take pedals well... 🙏

[@ivorharden]

It's sad knowing in 2012 you could buy a Fender for the price of a squier nowadays. 😢😂

[@clarissaanaferreirasieiro2127]

The Fender Modern player plus really is a great guitar , just underrated because they were made in China ( shame that people still think , for a guitar be a great guitar this one need to be made in USA , Japan , Canada) . The Squire Bullet is just the most fair guitar quality price and sounding . I think in my opinion , the Fender Baja Telecaster should be in the list , i believe is the best telecaster ever made by Fender till this day

[@Lez325]

I have a 52 re-issue Fender telecaster - my all time favourite guitar - shame I cannot afford an original 52 though 😂😂

[@MH-kc8pq]

No Marauder? Powercaster? that Jag with P90s?

[@Ira88881]

Did you think about playing any of these guitars clean, so they don’t all sound like crunched mush?

[@matthewhoran7258]

When you play the red mustang special will we get to hear the maple amp head again? I remember it from the videos back in the early days!

[@randrothify]

Great Fender retrospective! Too bad you didn’t get play some of the Squier Paranormal series guitars besides the Cabronita Tele. They are quirky but great. Love the Toronado and Cyclones. IR-2 demo please😀

[@lueysixty-six7300]

Was expecting the Meteora..

[@justinrivera7471]

That player plus tele being 350 new hurts my heart in 2023 pricing lol

[@mmiller6873]

Don't get me wrong, I absolutely love my Strats and Tele's, however after seeing the new ML3 Pro you showed the other day. That is on my list to get next for sure. Edit IR2 rundown please as well, Thanks!!!

[@Mike202115]

The captain looks like a British Brad Paisley with that mustache. 😂

[@mr.e8432]

I’ve owned a few Fender guitars over the years. The classic vibe series is a fantastic value but 9 times out of 10 when I reach for one of my guitars, the one I’ve been pulling off the wall this past year is my Richie Kotzen signature telecaster. I don’t know what it is about that one, but for a fairly “simple” design, it can do pretty much anything.

[@leopar66]

Totally agree with the cabronita, amazing guutars and will aleays regret selling mine

[@ThatBaritoneGuitarGuy]

Mine would just be a list of Jazzmasters....

[@snapfinger1]

Leo is turning over in his grave. There are 5 essential Fender models & that’s it.

[@heavybrett-al4082]

Ok, waking and drinking morning coffee to this video...I've been on a PRS SE kick all month....today I'm dusting off my neon green Strat, thanks Rob 👍

[@RobChappers]

You are welcome dude ❤

[@tonygunk6795]

Seeing the Cap with facial hair is weird, but I like it lol

[@jjdubois6101]

Cabronita with the hipshot bridge upgrade is hard to beat

[@BasementGuitarSuperstar]

Wow those mustaches are filthy

[@zakarysorensen3946]

My go to guitar is a square bullet stat HSS love it

[@Marcmcilroy]

Hi rob love the content as always. Ive always been a big fan and I always will be 🎸 🔥

[@stevecassidyguitar]

Dear Mr Robert Sahn... I enjoy the Fender Guitars you presente 🙏 Please enjoy Jet Guitars? They make a sad man a happy man mountain and fun for family time - Thank you 🙏 Happy new year to you & yours when it is that year 🙏

[@elijuicyjones]

I bought a Modern Player Telecaster plus in 2014 and that guitar is still powering through it all. Truly a great one.

[@krimsonlediable]

IR-2 Demo please

[@madsam7582]

Captain + 'Tashe looks like Frodo! 😂

[@xtimator]

Boss IR-2 demo please!

[@leewillmer6485]

Boss IR demo yes please 🤘

[@mikekocik6825]

IR2 demo, please.

[@Robert_Bubba_Baker]

Ir2 demo please. I just ordered one.

[@brucerichard2904]

Boss pedal demo, please.

[@chopperdeath]

IR-2 demo please.

[@BLACKSYNTH]

I have a Fender ultraluxe Jaguar, and it’s incredible fir versatility, also the nicest feeling neck I’ve ever had my hands on.

[@Sparkythehedgehog11]

IR2 demo please!

[@FatalizedGuitar]

Hey Rob I’m wondering what your opinion of the Les Paul 2015 traditional are now looking back? I’ve just rewatched you and the Caps video during that time. I have the opportunity to maybe get one. The robot tuners, removable scratch plate, adjustable brass nut & wider fretboard. Gibson doesn’t seem to be doing any of that now and I’m not sure how desirable the general guitar community find them. Anyways thanks!

[@edwinstovall3334]

Rob, I had and have neither love nor hate for the Starcaster headstock. What I hated about the original was the plate bridge. I was still a teenager then, had been playing maybe two years before I got a Fender catalog with their entire lineup in it. I mention these facts so as to give an idea about my mindset of the time, which I just had to force myself to remember. I didn't know anything about guitars except that I liked trying to play them and I liked some things about them well and other things less well. For whatever reason, I just didn't like the look of that early Starcaster's plate bridge. I much prefer the current arrangement, with the "Adjusto-Matic" bridge and "anchored" tailpiece. Yeah, I realize that it moves the look towards something resembling a slightly-melted Gibson ES-335, but I think the whole effect comes off better. It's all personal taste, though.

[@MasterKydis]

IR 2 demo please

[@johninama585]

I'm surprised you didn't add in the Blacktop Jaguar. I remember from the video you really liked it (I think you asked if you could keep it). Another great video though, Rob!

[@mark.guitar]

I have a Chinese Squier Affinity from the first batch into the country. The pickups were great until they died. The guitar itself is still playing, with new electrics, and is as good as any other strat I've played. You are a lucky bloke to have tasted all of these guitars. With all of your experience I'm sure that you can Boss a review of an ir200ey thing... pretty please...

[@shanewalton8888]

Great video. Next we need Rob’s top Chapman guitars of all time.

[@rickrevoir1683]

I'm a gibson guy. I just bought an American performer strat and I love it. Thanks for the fender top 10 .cheers !

[@stratjed]

The 2009 made in Mexico 1950s and 60s Road Worn were some of the best for the money Fender ever made.

[@D.Miller]

I'm looking at coming to Malta this year- never considered it before looking back at some videos over the past couple of years of yours

[@FenderMarko47]

Give us a demo of that new amp/ir gidgetty gadget from them there bods at Boss would you lad? Fabulous!!

[@robertdonosobuchner3129]

My first electric guitar was a cheap "Stratocaster" copy from a company from East Germany, in 1982... it was horrible, but at that time I didn't had any experience. And some years later I bought me an Ibanez Roadstar II and that is still a good guitar... After years, in 2002, I bought my first Fender Stratocaster Professional in antique green and I was impressed by the sounds. I really love this guitar because of its character. But I was a bit annoyed that the Pro II, that came out a bit later, had a lot of new features that the first version didn't have. Also the two point trem system was okay, but I decided to create a new two point trem system for this guitar. I used titanium and now it's an absolute great sounding guitar. I also will try out bronze in combination with titanium. I changed the trem system completely, including the saddles, the plate, block and springs and spring claw... and added a resonating block were the spring claw is mounted. This guitar has a lot of sustain now, but I'm still making some experiments and I still have a lot of ideas... For my next experiment I will buy me a Fender Stratocaster Player Plus PF SSB. For me it's a good guitar in a high quality, cheaper than the Ultra or other guitars in this price range. I want to try out other materials for my trem system with this guitar. I still dreaming of a 1964 Stratocaster but this is just too expensive and realistically I never will buy one. So I will go my own way and I have a lot of fun. Maybe I will start a internet shop, if everything is developing well. 😉 Also I like to upgrade my guitars, it makes the guitars a bit more like me and the sounds that I have in my mind. At the moment I have 7 guitars and there are still some more I want and that I need. The Chapman's that I have are a ml1 baritone and an older ghost fret. The older ghost fret will be upgraded with new humbuckers, new strap buttons in better positions, and with a scratch plate in black metal and a new fixed hardtail bridge out of other material... Happy New Year! 😊🤘

[@the_panos]

Love my Kurt Cobain Mustang, it's pretty much perfect. I have no complaints with it, which is amazing. So so nice to play as well. IR2 demo please! Happy new year!

[@kristiandawe85]

Technically we have seen Lee destroy a guitar, remember when you guys were testing a gig bag and had a Chapman guitar inside it and then threw it out the window, that was such a hilarious video

[@marcinwyc]

boss is boss

[@navahojn55]

Great video as usual. Thank you for your playing and entertaining videos all year long!!! The only thing I can think as an improvement is........MORE of them!!! HAPPY NEW YEAR MY FRIEND, (I consider you a friend because of all the videos I have watched, I feel I know you!) Best to you and your family!! Sincerely, Jersey John.

[@haberjennings475]

Jeff who?

[@Soul-d5m]

Man I know how it is. I had a 60s telecaster that I had to sell to fix my truck at the time. Oh the ones we've lost. I also had a 98 strat plus stolen from me. I miss my fenders. At least I still have a nice Les Paul but it is nice to switch it up time to time. I will definitely have to get another Fender when money is good. Love your videos. Thanks for awesome content that inspires fellow players in many ways. Happy holidays too you and your family from California. Keep on rockin 🤘

[@kenminerva]

Boss Ir2

[@Bunter1815]

Boss IR2 demo please. And can you bypass all amp/cab and use it as an interface for non guitar?

[@markosimonic]

Glad to see the Modern Player Plus Telecaster (HSS) on the list. It is indeed a great guitar! I bought mine in 2012 and still love it.

[@jimbobmago]

Loving this series really enjoyed them think I’ve caught all of them so far

[@dtyndall11]

I bought my Classic Vibe Tele as soon as your guys’ video came out. I still have it and it’s awesome. Compares well to my newer Magico

[@hyprz5]

Always appreciate the Mustang Special getting mentioned! I love mine to bits! The one i would have liked to try was the cabronita tele. When they came out, danny from mcfly got one, and his tech explained in a video somewhere how they switched the neck for a rosewood S-style neck and i thought it was the coolest looking thing!!

[@NetVoyer]

the crustaches are really the star of the show on this one, though I do enjoy the guitar reviews.

[@BelligerentBurgers]

My Top Fender. My P-Bass. Pure stress relief. Can't wait for my Katana to come in a couple of days as well!

[@srcottle3212]

Are you playing the 59 in Court?😂

[@SteveHatzman]

I like when Lee concentrates on your fretting hand trying to remember how to play stuff later. He was really studying on the Stones song.

[@RoderikvanReekum]

Wow a Fender guitar for 350£ must be a long time ago.

[@Richard-wt4vi]

I have one of those Mustangs. Bought it because it was light and I had to carry it a long way. Awesome guitar.

[@BasementGuitarSuperstar]

Yea definitely make a video on the IR2

[@lifeonmars99]

Foundation of a fabulous series Rob. Historical retrospective where a product is looked at objectively over its life cycle. 👏👏

[@stevenorton8442]

IR-2 Demo please. Love those Fenders. Happy New Year!

[@dominicrobed]

I got myself a postmodern last year and I agree with you Rob there is something special about them.

[@craigtodd8297]

IR2 no thanks. Use a proper valve amp or a Roland JC.

[@nobrakes3765]

Been loving your videos! Great work.

[@TerjiPetersen]

IR-2 demo please. Perhaps some tips on how to set up at home to get the best sounds.

[@johnmoser1162]

IR-2 demo pls ... and a Happy New Year !

[@RegieFilho]

Ir2 demo yes! Great video. Thanks man

[@jemahl123]

I think the fmt tele is my favourite, and one of the most underrated fenders out there.

[@gooneybird808]

I miss you two making reviews

[@Vivi_9]

IR2 demo por favor Chapstick!

[@DarioSeibold]

IR2 demo and giveaway would be great 😂

[@chaipup7045]

The best Marshall cab ever.