Fender California Deluxe Villager E, Honey Sunburst

Name: Fender California Deluxe Villager E, Honey Sunburst
Brand: Fender
Price: 459 USD
Availability: Discontinued

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Key Features

12-string shimmer and rich harmonics
Fishman electronics with onboard tuner
Solid spruce top for vibrant response
Comfortable orchestra body design

Fender California Deluxe Villager E, Honey Sunburst Overview

The Fender California Deluxe Villager E is a modern, stage-ready 12-string acoustic. Designed for players who want expansive chords, sparkling harmonics and rich natural chorus-like texture, it transforms even simple progressions into lush, inspiring performances. A solid Sitka spruce top paired with laminated mahogany back and sides delivers a lively, articulate voice with plenty of clarity, while scalloped X-bracing helps maximise resonance and sustain. The result is a dynamic acoustic sound that remains clear and defined, even when playing complex 12-string arrangements.

Part of Fender's California Deluxe Series, the Villager E combines classic Fender character with practical modern features. A slim C-shaped mahogany neck and walnut fingerboard offer comfortable playability despite the extended string count, while the onboard Fishman CD-1 preamp system provides dependable amplified performance. Whether you're adding shimmering textures to a mix, accompanying vocals or performing on stage, the California Deluxe Villager E delivers the beautiful, rich sound that make 12-string acoustics so distinctive.

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The unmistakable sound of 12 strings

The Villager E delivers the rich, expansive sound that has made 12-string acoustics a favourite among songwriters and performers for decades. Each course of strings creates natural harmonic complexity and subtle chorus-like movement, producing a larger, more immersive sound than a traditional six-string guitar. Open chords become fuller and more dramatic, while arpeggiated passages shimmer with clarity and depth. Whether used as a primary instrument or layered into recordings, the Villager E offers a unique voice that instantly stands out.

Solid spruce top with balanced projection

A solid Sitka spruce top provides the responsiveness and dynamic range needed to bring the Villager's 12-string voice to life. Combined with laminated mahogany back and sides, it produces a balanced tonal profile with articulate highs, focused mids and impressive projection. Scalloped X-bracing allows the top to vibrate more freely, enhancing resonance and sustain while helping the guitar maintain clarity across all twelve strings. The result is a lively and expressive instrument capable of handling a wide variety of musical styles.

Ready for stage and studio

The integrated Fishman CD-1 preamp system ensures the Villager E performs confidently whenever amplification is required. Featuring controls for volume, bass and treble alongside phase adjustment and a built-in tuner, it allows players to quickly shape their sound and make adjustments on the fly. The onboard tuner eliminates the need for additional equipment, while the dependable Fishman electronics deliver a clear and natural amplified tone suitable for live performance, rehearsal and recording applications.

Comfortable design and dependable hardware

Despite its 12-string configuration, the Villager E remains comfortable and accessible thanks to its slim C-shaped mahogany neck and thoughtfully designed orchestra-style body. The walnut fingerboard offers a smooth playing surface, while the 24.75-inch scale length helps maintain comfortable string tension. Sealed die-cast split-shaft tuners provide reliable tuning stability, which is especially important on a 12-string instrument. Combined with a Micarta nut and saddle for consistent tonal transfer, these features create a dependable guitar built for regular use.

Specifications

Product Name: Fender California Deluxe Villager E, Honey Sunburst
Product Code: 0974710542

Body

Body Shape: Auditorium
Body Material: Solid Sitka Spruce Top with Laminated Mahogany Back and Sides
Bracing: Scalloped X
Finish: Gloss Polyurethane
Pickguard: 1-Ply Tortoiseshell