Thursday, July 23, 2020

The Fender Mod Shop Experience



Overall, I would not do it again.  Fender says 30 days but might took 35 days.  Then, they ship by FedEx ground only and that takes 9-10 days.  Expect well over 40 days to get your guitar.  During this time no emails regarding the status of the build is sent.  The only other email will be the ship notice.

The simulated guitar you see on the mod shop after you add your features, color, etc, might not be what you envisioned.  Mine certainly is not. There is no refund for build.

Basically, doing your own “mod” is a far cheaper and faster alternative.  My price was over $1900.

Sound wise, the guitar sound great.  The roasted maple neck is as smooth as butter.  A roasted neck has no finish on it but feels like a smooth satin finish.  The action is spot on and frets are well done.  Basically, it is the same quality of craftsmanship one would find on the Fender Elite line of guitars.