Fender Bullet: From US Fender Bullets to Squier Bullets
History, models, and specifications of Fender Bullet guitars made from 1981 to 1983. Full guide for collectors and guitar enthusiasts.
Fender History
The Elite Stratocaster
The 1983 Fender Elite Stratocaster features premium elements like the TBX, MDX, and BiFlex truss rod, reflecting Fender’s strategic shift towards a high-end model.
Bill Schultz and Dan Smith
Fender’s Bill Schultz and Dan Smith were the dynamic duo behind the company’s success following its decline under CBS in the 1970s.
The Strat and other special CBS Stratocasters
CBS-era Fender guitars: the Strat, the Rhinestone and the Gold Stratocasters. Explore their unique designs, history, and legacy.
25 years of Fender Stratocaster
In 1979, Fender released the 25th Anniversary Stratocaster, a tribute to its iconic model, featuring unique design elements and a distinctive finish.
Main changes to the Strat design during the CBS era
The key changes to Fender Stratocaster designs during the CBS era, including the large headstock, bullet truss rods, and new neck systems.
The CBS takover
In January 1965, the Fender Musical Instruments Corporation was sold to the Columbia Broadcasting System (CBS) for $13 million.
The first Stratocaster
The history of the Fender Stratocaster: its origins, the men who made it, and the prototype that started it all.
Leo Fender history: the early years
Discover Leo Fender’s early years: from his passion for electronics to founding Fender Electric Instruments Co., revolutionizing music with iconic guitars.
Vintage Fender Ads
“You Won’t Part with Yours Either” by Perine/Jacoby agency was one of the highly successful and historically important promotional campaigns for Fender Musical Instruments.