If you're on a budget and in search of a small-bodied guitar for gigs, the Fender California Series Malibu is the perfect choice. It offers superb sound and eye-catching looks, sounding as great as it appears. The Malibu body shape is designed to excite you from the first pick-up, with its short scale, lively tone, and smooth feel. The Sitka Spruce top paired with Mahogany back and sides, finished in gloss satin, along with the distinct Fender style of the matching painted 6-inline headstock, makes this guitar ideal for modern players who don't look back. With optimized bracing for less mass and better resonance, a Graph Tech NuBone nut and saddle for longer sustain, a slim-taper “C”-shaped neck, and a Fishman preamp system that brings out the full natural acoustic sound when plugged in, the Malibu is truly inspiring for today's musicians. Specifications: Body Shape: Malibu; Body Material: Sitka Spruce/Mahogany; Body Colour: Midnight Satin; Body Finish: Gloss Poly; Fretboard Material: Walnut; Fretboard Radius: 15.75'; Scale Length: 24.1'; No. of Frets: 20; Inlays: Dot; Pickup: Fishman Undersaddle with 3 Band EQ; Bridge: Modern Viking; Tuners: Sealed Nickel; Strings: Fender Dura-Tone Coated 80/20 Bronze (.012-.052 Gauge).
Using your Fender California Malibu Player guitar is a breeze. Just pick it up and start strumming or plucking. When you want to plug it in, connect it to an amplifier using the Fishman preamp system to get the full natural acoustic sound. For tuning, use the sealed nickel tuners. Make sure to keep your guitar in a stable environment. Avoid extreme temperatures and humidity as they can damage the wood. Wipe the strings with a clean cloth after each use to keep them in good condition. And every few months, check the fretboard and body for any signs of wear or damage. If you notice any issues, take it to a professional guitar technician for servicing.
