Fender introduces six anniversary models.
In celebration of 70 years of musical excellence, Fender is releasing a collection of limited edition models and anniversary color options. The 70th Anniversary Stratocaster guitars pay homage to the legacy of the iconic Stratocaster.
70th Anniversary Player Stratocaster
- Maple Modern “C” Neck
- Alder Body, Rosewood Fingerboard
- Pure Vintage ‘59 Single-Coil Strat (Bridge, Middle, Neck) Pickups
- 22 Medium Jumbo Frets
- Black Stratocaster-Style Skirt Control Knobs
- Deluxe Gig Bag Included
- Available in Nebula Noir
70th Anniversary American Professional II Stratocaster
- Maple Deep “C” Neck
- Flame Maple Top over Alder Body, Rosewood Fingerboard
- 70th Anniversary V-Mod II Single-Coil Strat (Bridge, Middle, Neck) Pickups
- 22 Narrow Tall Frets
- Aged White Control Knobs
- Deluxe Molded Hardshell Gig Bag Included
- Available in Comet Burst
Player Stratocaster
- Alder body with gloss finish
- Three Player Series single-coil Stratocaster pickups
- "Modern C"-shaped neck profile
- Maple Fingerboard, or Pau Ferro Fingerboard
- 9.5"-radius fingerboard
- 2-point tremolo bridge with bent-steel saddles
- Now available in a new color option, Anniversary 2-Color Sunburst
American Professional Stratocaster II
- Three V-Mod II single-coil Stratocaster pickups
- Upgraded 2-Point Tremolo with Cold-Rolled Steel Block
- Deep "C"-shaped neck profile with rolled fingerboard edges
- Maple Fingerboard, or Rosewood Fingerboard
- Bone nut; 22 narrow-tall frets for easy bending
- Treble bleed circuit maintains highs when reducing volume
- Includes Deluxe Molded hardshell case
- Now available in a new color option, Anniversary 2-Color Sunburst
All six models are available now on Fender.com and participating dealer sites.
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Linkin Park share a new single (HERE) and video (premiering HERE at 4pm PT/7pm ET), for “The Emptiness Machine,” plus a global livestream performance (happening now HERE and available only for 24 hours), and the launch of 6 upcoming arena shows in Los Angeles, New York, Hamburg, London, Seoul, and Bogota as part of the From Zero World Tour. LP Underground fan club exclusive pre-sales start September 6 and general on-sales September 7. Go to LinkinPark.com for more info.
These surprises herald the arrival of LINKIN PARK’s first album since 2017, FROM ZERO, on November 15.
Tomorrow, Friday September 6th, the band joins long-time friend and Apple Music host Zane Lowe for an in-depth candid conversation about the incredible legacy of Linkin Park, the 7-year long journey to new music and their excitement for the future.
Without expectations, Shinoda, Delson, Farrell, and Hahn quietly began meeting up again in recent years. Rather than “trying to restart the band,” their instinct was to simply spend more time together, and reconnect with the creativity and camaraderie that has been at the core of their friendship since college. During this time, they invited various friends and cohorts to join them in the studio; among the guests, they found a special kinship with Armstong and Brittain. A natural chemistry drew these musicians back into its gravitational pull as they logged more and more hours in the studio. It was the sound of lifelong musicians rediscovering the uncontainable energy of a new beginning once again. Over this season, FROM ZERO was born.
FROM ZERO
FROM ZERO TRACKLIST
- From Zero (Intro)
- The Emptiness Machine
- Cut The Bridge
- Heavy Is The Crown
- Over Each Other
- Casualty
- Overflow
- Two Faced
- Stained
- IGYEIH
- Good Things Go
About the new era, Shinoda stated, “Before LINKIN PARK, our first band name was Xero. This album title refers to both this humble beginning and the journey we’re currently undertaking. Sonically and emotionally, it is about past, present, and future—embracing our signature sound, but new and full of life. It was made with a deep appreciation for our new and longtime bandmates, our friends, our family, and our fans. We are proud of what LINKIN PARK has become over the years, and excited about the journey ahead.”
Right out of the gate, “The Emptiness Machine” channels the DNA of LINKIN PARK, harnessing the band’s explosive energy and retaining the hallmarks of their instantly identifiable and inimitable sound. A chameleonic and catchy anthem, Shinoda’s hypnotic melodies hand off to Armstrong’s blistering chorus, over distorted riffs and head-nodding drums.
Shinoda elaborated, “The more we worked with Emily and Colin, the more we enjoyed their world-class talents, their company, and the things we created. We feel really empowered with this new lineup and the vibrant and energized new music we’ve made together. We’re weaving together the sonic touchpoints we’ve been known for and still exploring new ones.”
FROM ZERO WORLD TOUR 2024
September 11, 2024 | Kia Forum - Los Angeles, CA
September 16, 2024 | Barclays Center - New York, NY
September 22, 2024 | Barclays Arena - Hamburg, Germany
September 24, 2024 | The O2 - London, UK
September 28, 2024 | INSPIRE Arena - Seoul, South Korea
November 11, 2024 | Coliseo Medplus - Bogota, Colombia
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