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The Fender California Deluxe Newporter CE strikes an inviting balance between comfort, versatility and projection. Pairing the balanced response of an auditorium body with the bold personality of the California Series, it delivers an acoustic voice that feels equally at home accompanying vocals, exploring fingerstyle arrangements or driving a full band mix. A solid Sitka spruce top reinforced by scalloped X-bracing provides the clarity, responsiveness and dynamic range needed to adapt to a wide variety of playing styles, while mahogany back and sides add warmth and balance. The cutaway body design offers comfortable access to upper-register frets, while a slim C-shaped mahogany neck promotes a familiar, easy-playing feel
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Fender California Deluxe Newporter CE Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Natural item# 1500000481374New
The Fender California Deluxe Newporter CE strikes an inviting balance between comfort, versatility and projection. Pairing the balanced response of an auditorium body with the bold personality of the California Series, it delivers an acoustic voice that feels equally at home accompanying vocals, exploring fingerstyle arrangements or driving a full band mix. A solid Sitka spruce top reinforced by scalloped X-bracing provides the clarity, responsiveness and dynamic range needed to adapt to a wide variety of playing styles, while mahogany back and sides add warmth and balance. The cutaway body design offers comfortable access to upper-register frets, while a slim C-shaped mahogany neck promotes a familiar, easy-playing feel. Outfitted with a Fishman CD-1 preamp system and signature Fender details like its iconic 6-in-line headstock, the California Deluxe Newporter CE is ready for everything from intimate songwriting sessions and relaxed living room rehearsals to plugged-in live performance.
Solid Sitka Spruce Top and Auditorium Body for Balanced Acoustic Performance
The California Deluxe Newporter CE occupies a sweet spot between the focused comfort of a smaller acoustic and the projection of a larger-bodied instrument. Its solid Sitka spruce top and scalloped X-bracing work together to produce a lively, responsive voice that reacts naturally to changes in attack and dynamics. Mahogany back and sides contribute warmth and fullness, helping chords bloom with pleasing richness while maintaining clear note separation. The auditorium body shape further reinforces the guitar\'s balanced character, delivering enough projection for confident strumming while retaining the articulation and control that fingerstyle players appreciate.
Slim C Mahogany Neck and Walnut Fingerboard for a Fast, Effortless Feel
The Newporter CE is designed to encourage exploration across the entire fingerboard. Its slim C-shaped mahogany neck sits comfortably in the hand, creating a relaxed feel that adapts easily to a variety of playing styles. The 25.5\" scale length provides strong note definition and a familiar acoustic response, while the walnut fingerboard offers a smooth, natural playing surface beneath the fingers. A satin urethane finish keeps position shifts feeling fluid and effortless, while the cutaway body design removes barriers to upper-register playing, making melodic passages and more adventurous voicings feel comfortably within reach.
Fishman CD-1 Electronics for Confident Stage and Studio Performance
Whether performing through a PA system, recording direct or rehearsing through an acoustic amplifier, the Fishman CD-1 preamp system delivers a natural representation of the Newporter CE\'s acoustic voice. Dedicated volume, bass and treble controls allow for quick adjustments in changing environments, while an onboard tuner and phase control add valuable performance-focused functionality. Designed to preserve the guitar\'s balance and responsiveness, the system provides dependable amplified tone without losing the character that defines the instrument unplugged.
Distinctive Fender Design With Everyday Reliability
The Newporter CE approaches acoustic guitar design from a distinctly Fender perspective. Its signature 6-in-line headstock immediately separates it from more traditional acoustic silhouettes, while details like the tortoiseshell pickguard and pearloid rosette contribute to its bold California Series identity. Sealed die-cast tuning machines with split shafts provide smooth, dependable tuning performance, while the Micarta nut and saddle and Modern Viking bridge help ensure consistent response and reliable playability. The result is an instrument that feels purpose-built, modern and unmistakably Fender.
An Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Built for Versatile Modern Performance
The Fender California Deluxe Newporter CE brings together balanced acoustic tone, comfortable playability and stage-ready performance in a design built to adapt. Its responsive construction, approachable feel and flexible voice make it equally rewarding whether accompanying a singer-songwriter, exploring intricate fingerstyle arrangements or stepping into a full-band setting. For players seeking a guitar that can move effortlessly between musical roles while maintaining a strong sense of personality, the Newporter CE strikes a compelling balance.
Features:
Cutaway auditorium acoustic-electric delivers articulate tone, comfortable playability and unmistakable Fender style
Solid Sitka spruce top provides clear projection, dynamic response and articulate note definition
Scalloped X-bracing enhances resonance, volume and tonal responsiveness
Laminated mahogany back and sides add warmth, focus and balanced tonal character
Mid-sized auditorium body offers a comfortable playing experience with a powerful, well-balanced voice
Slim C mahogany neck promotes smooth, effortless playability across the fretboard
25.5\" scale length provides strong projection, crisp attack and balanced string tension
Walnut fingerboard delivers a smooth feel with warm, natural response
Fishman CD-1 preamp with onboard tuner, EQ and phase control delivers natural amplified acoustic tone
Modern Viking bridge and Micarta nut support dependable resonance and detailed harmonic response
Tilt-back 6-in-line headstock brings distinctive Fender electric-inspired styling to an acoustic platform
Sealed die-cast tuners with split shafts provide smooth, accurate tuning stability
Specifications:
General
Product type: Acoustic-electric guitar
String type: Steel
Series: California Deluxe
Model: Newporter CE
Body
Body size class: Auditorium
Cutaway: Yes
Body construction: Solid top
Top material: Sitka spruce
Back material: Laminated mahogany
Side material: Laminated mahogany
Body finish: Gloss
Available colors: Natural, Sienna Sunburst, White Blonde
Bracing pattern: Scalloped X-bracing
Rosette material: Pearloid
Neck
Neck material: Mahogany
Neck profile: Slim C
Neck finish: Satin urethane
Scale length: 25.5\"
Truss rod: material: Walnut
Number of frets: 20
Inlays: White dots
Nut material: Micarta
Nut width: 1.69\"
Hardware
Bridge: Modern Viking
Saddle material: Micarta
Tuning machines: Sealed die-cast with split shafts
Hardware finish: Chrome
Electronics
Pickup system: Fishman CD-1
Controls: Volume, bass, treble, phase
Tuner: Yes
Strings
Number of strings: 6
String gauge: .011-.052
Other
Orientation: Right handed
Case: Sold separately
Shipping
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We are required to collect sales tax on all orders, except those shipped to the following states: Alaska, Delaware, Montana, New Hampshire and Oregon.Store Policies
If you’re not satisfied, neither are we. If for any reason you’re not completely satisfied with your purchase of a new item, simply return it in its original condition within 45 days of purchase (see exceptions below) and we’ll give you a full refund. It’s that simple. Returned items must be in original, brand-new condition, showing no signs of wear or use such as belt-buckle or pick scratches, scuffs, dings or scrapes on the instrument or collateral materials. Items must also include all original packaging, manuals, warrantees and accessories or your return may be subject to a return handling charge.Your refund will be promptly processed upon successful evaluation of your returned item from our trained category professionals in 2-3 business days. Refunds are made for product value only, excluding shipping and handling charges. If you received Free Shipping on your order, the value of the uncharged shipping cost will be deducted from your refund.Limitations and Exceptions
Returns of the following products must be made within 10 days of shipment - Stringed instruments priced at $1999.00 or more. The following products cannot be returned – Clearance items, Apple products, items identified as non-returnable, discontinued items, electronic software downloads, demo gear, vintage instruments, strings, reeds, computers, tubes, earbuds, earplugs, recorders, tin whistles, flutophones, \"world\" wind instruments, harmonicas, raw-frame speakers, drumheads, drumsticks, turntable cartridges, fog fluid, clothing/footwear, body jewelry, sheet music, cleaners, polishes and polishing cloths, software/soundware, books, CDs, DVD\'s, vinyl records, and videos.The following fees apply to Band & Orchestra returns - All returned woodwind and brass instruments incur a $10.00 sanitization fee. Returned bows are assessed a $4.00 restocking fee. Returned mouthpieces over $300 incur an $8.00 sanitization fee; the fee for mouthpieces under $300 is $4.00.Should you decide to return your shipment, please follow the return steps printed on the back of your invoice and pack your return carefully to prevent damage in shipment. All returns must:1. Include a Return Authorization Number; (Please contact us via messages for an RA number)2. Be in the original packaging complete with all collateral materials such as cases, straps, cables, care kits, certificates of authenticity, warranty cards, manuals, and any other materials that originally shipped with the instrument; 3. Be in brand-new condition, showing no signs of wear or use such as belt-buckle or pick scratches, scuffs, dings, or scrapes on the instrument or collateral materials.
