Fender California Deluxe Villager E 12 String Acoustic Electric Walnut in Black - 0974711506

Fender California Deluxe Villager E 12 String Acoustic Electric

Shimmering 12-string acoustic electric with solid spruce tone and Fishman electronics

Overview

The Fender California Deluxe Villager E 12 String Acoustic Electric is built for players who want lush, chorus-like acoustic texture with modern stage-ready control. Its 12-string configuration creates a wide, shimmering voice that can make open chords, rhythmic strumming and melodic parts sound fuller and more dimensional. With a solid Sitka spruce top, laminated mahogany back and sides, scalloped X bracing and Fishman CD-1 electronics, this California Deluxe model delivers a balanced acoustic voice with the convenience of onboard amplification and tuning.

Features

The solid Sitka spruce top gives the Villager E a clear and responsive foundation, helping the natural sparkle of a 12-string come through with definition. Laminated mahogany back and sides add warmth and balance, while scalloped X bracing supports a lively acoustic response with enough fullness for big chord work and layered accompaniment.

The orchestra/auditorium body style keeps the guitar comfortable and manageable, while the non-cutaway design focuses the instrument on natural resonance and full acoustic character. A slim “C” mahogany neck, 12 inch radius walnut fretboard and 24.75 inch scale length help make the 12-string playing experience feel more approachable and controlled.

The onboard Fishman CD-1 preamp makes the Villager E practical for performance and recording. Volume, bass, treble, tuner and phase controls give players useful amplified tone shaping directly from the guitar, while sealed die-cast split-shaft tuning machines, a Micarta nut and saddle, Modern Viking bridge and phosphor bronze strings complete a refined 12-string acoustic electric package.

Specifications

• Instrument Type: 12 string Acoustic Electric
• Series: California
• Orientation: Right handed
• Body Shape: Villager
• Body Style: Orchestra/Auditorium
• Body Top: Solid Sitka spruce
• Body Back: Laminated mahogany
• Body Sides: Laminated mahogany
• Body Finish: Gloss poly
• Bracing: Scalloped X
• Cutaway: No
• Soundhole: 100 mm diameter
• Rosette: Pearloid
• Headstock: Vintage Fender Villager shape
• Neck Material: Mahogany
• Neck Finish: Satin urethane
• Neck Shape: Slim “C”
• Fretboard Material: Walnut
• Fretboard Radius: 12 inches
• Scale Length: 24.75 inches
• Number of Frets: 20
• Fret Size: 2 mm
• Position Inlays: Dot inlays
• Truss Rod: Dual-action
• Truss Rod Nut: 4 mm hex
• Nut Material: Micarta
• Nut Width: 1.85 inches
• Bridge: Modern Viking
• Tuning Machines: Sealed die-cast with split shafts
• Strings: Phosphor bronze, .010-.050 gauges
• Strap Buttons: Standard
• Electronics: Fishman CD-1 preamp
• Controls: Volume, bass, treble, tuner and phase
• Included Accessory: 4 mm hex truss rod wrench

Why you should buy this

The California Deluxe Villager E is a strong choice for players who want the unmistakable shimmer of a 12-string in a comfortable, performance-ready acoustic electric. The solid spruce top gives it clarity and response, while the mahogany body construction adds warmth and balance. With Fishman electronics, an onboard tuner and a smooth modern neck, this Villager E is ready for songwriting, layered acoustic parts, recording and live performance.