Fender Acoustasonic Stratocaster vs Acoustasonic Telecaster, the best comparison on the internet!

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4 жыл бұрын

Last year, Fender shook the guitar world with the introduction of the ‪@fender‬ American Acoustasonic Telecaster. The funky looking guitar with the recycled name made waves. Many of us didn't know what to expect. The previous plastic backed acoustasonic instruments from Fender had never been something that many people pined to own. This was evidenced by their short life span. However, the new, wood bodied Acoustasonic pair that Fender is now producing is a different instrument. Blending guitar categories and made for the modern, genre shifting musician, the Acoustasonic Telecaster found a home with guitar players wanting something new. The new Fender American Acoustasonic Stratocaster brings this recipe to the beloved Stratocaster body and name plate and adds a few changes. The body and parts are clearly different at first glance but as you focus on the various aspects of the guitar there are more changes. There is a comfortable belly carve, the knobs are top hot knobs, the body is a bit different and of course the modeled sounds are new. Some of the best tones from the Acoustasonic Telecaster have carried over. There are new ones as well and the whole order of things is changed to work within the access you have when changing settings. The electric side of the guitar is expanded upon as well. All of these little changes add up to make this guitar more suited to a particular style of player. Watch as we breakdown each guitar to help you determine if the new Acoustasonic Stratocaster is the better option. Make sure you watch until the end. ;)
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@tomlukasmusic 3 жыл бұрын

Tele: 5A 06:47 Strat: 5A 07:33 Tele: 5B 08:14 Strat: 5B 08:48 Tele: 4A 9:30 Strat: 4A 10:06 Tele: 4B 10:37 Strat: 4B 11:20 Tele: 3A 11:56 Strat: 3A 12:34 Tele: 3B 13:19 Strat: 3B 13:57 Tele: 2A 14:34 Strat: 2A 15:06 Tele: 2B 15:44 Strat: 2B 16:22 Tele: 1A 17:08 Strat: 1A 17:48 Tele: 1B 18:33 Strat: 1B 19:13

@theklauster1 4 жыл бұрын

Besides Coopers magnificent playing in this video I enjoy the heck out of each and every one of you alls footages here on youtube. Keep on goin'! Great job! Some of them have helped me make a choice.

@billyakin3301 4 жыл бұрын

I guess it is a matter of preference but the Stratocaster wins on every level for me. I think it's the larger body and the richer tones that the Stratocaster produces.

@jaycasmirrimusic5751 4 жыл бұрын

I prefer the tele from all demos I have watched, at least when it comes to the acoustic voices. I tend to hear a little more "boxiness" from the strat. A low midrange, hollow ambience that does not sound like a quality acoustic guitar. And I am listening to demos on my Blue Sky studio monitor system, not my phone by the way.

@garyheaton4791 4 жыл бұрын

I was waiting for the strat to come out..but I think I actually like the tones of the Telecaster best! Glad I waited to decide. Cooper, I can listen to you play anytime man!! I listened to your jazz master demo, it is GREAT!! Thanks again!!

@primoroy 4 жыл бұрын

Hard to hear differences when different riffs are played. I'll wait for the Acoustisonic Jazzmaster!

@ramonemiliogomezjorge8557 3 жыл бұрын

and a acoustisonic jaguar

@loudimaggio 4 жыл бұрын

Great demo guys! Full disclosure. I own a natural acoustasonic Tele and I love it. From a purely aesthetic POV, I think the tele body lends itself better for this hybrid. It just looks better - like a perfect blend of acoustic and electric bodies. I wouldn't kick the strat out but I prefer the tele. Fender did a great job. I love this direction. I got a Fisher loudbox mini and it is a dream paired with that guitar. Thanks for comparing.

@victorpate24 3 жыл бұрын

I play a lot of jazz and neo-soul and this online demo definitely impressed me and I'm very interested in either axe. Thanks

@istyle180 3 жыл бұрын

I am more interested in what shampoo does Copper use on daily basis?

@ralex3697 3 жыл бұрын

I know he has beautiful hair

@elmoblatch9787 3 жыл бұрын

@@ralex3697 Cooper must need security after every gig with women tossing themselves at him. It could get dangerous.

@nmocini 3 жыл бұрын

YES!! Awesome review - Cooper your hair is almost as smooth as you illustrious guitar playing! Thank you- I am holding out for Acoustisonic Jazzmaster!

@johnmichaelginty3210 2 жыл бұрын

Great job guys.

@cindileavingscarlet3281 2 жыл бұрын

Great job! Fantastic playing. I have a Crafter that mimics the Taylor. I agree with your assessment that the Fenders both are geared more for the acoustic sound. I’m considering changing to the Acoustasonic Strat after watching your video! I’m lefty and am not sure they are in production yet! Thanks much!!

@willperryman4559 3 жыл бұрын

Whoa 😳 I’m amazed at both,but I love the Strat, and I love the incredible picking from the guitar player 🙌👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

@dcat1959 4 жыл бұрын

Finally a comparison! Leave it to Alamo, thanks guys. Still a tough decision, leaning toward the strat.

@gregallen2960 Жыл бұрын

Great demo. Amazing guitarist.

@kristinaelias3755 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent comparison as usual guys. I watched a load of the Strat demos and thought that the Tele was better to my ears & did more tones I liked. Then you do this A B comparison video, . . . . . . & PHEW, still think the same. Good thing to as 2 days ago I bought the Koa Tele acoustasonic - (the same guitar as in the A*d**t*and video, sorry, but in my defense they are my local guitar shop). Love the videos, keep them coming! Many thanks.

@AlamoMusic 4 жыл бұрын

Anderton's makes great videos! We watch them too!

@daveboydmusic744 4 жыл бұрын

I had the 2010 model of the Telecaster Acoustasonic (the solid body), and the Fishman Aura sounds (1-4) were excellent. The Twisted Tele pickup was great alone, or blended in, and I love that it had a master volume ... BUT - (there's always a but) this new Acoustasonic Tele has so much more resonance than the solid body. The solid body was a bit top heavy, where the hollow body is very well balanced. I prefer the matte finish to gloss, too. I haven't touched the Strat yet, but from all demos I prefer the Tele about 6-4 (I gave each sound a point) As an acoustic player, I prefer the Tele. If I was doing more electric work, I might be swayed, but so far I believe I've made the right choice. Excellent demo - helped alot!

@Nomad-Rogers 4 жыл бұрын

I wished they would put in a Spanish nylon string setting.

@racistrishi3238 3 жыл бұрын

But unfortunately nylon don't work with traditional pickups . Maybe the new infrared pickups would work

@PHeMoX 3 жыл бұрын

@@racistrishi3238 It's guitar modelling... you can bypass the pickups altogether if you want to. In fact, pretty sure that's how Line6 Variax guitars do it. They have a nylon string setting and have had it for decades now.

@rtxf 3 жыл бұрын

@@PHeMoX I think he was talking about actual nylon strings. Not just the setting.

@jimmydunn8517 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks great video guys. I have to say the Tele sounded better. The Strat seemed to have a more Mid Rang to all its sounds.

@greg2gotravel 3 жыл бұрын

very well done

@AlamoMusic 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much!

@Slo-Mode 4 жыл бұрын

I have a helix so the sound doesn't matter as much because I can model many acoustic guitars through that, so I still prefer the Taylor t5z. But if I didn't have a helix that strat would definitely be my jam. It has some really great tones

@MattShockley 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Amazing demo and comparison. Killer playing dude!!! The tele has better acoustic tones but the strat better electric... go figure lol

@AlamoMusic 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@bfreebabi5398 3 жыл бұрын

The Stratocaster is the best acousting sounding

@josephthompson6942 3 жыл бұрын

@@bfreebabi5398 yeah I agree but they equal in the electric in my opinion

@grahamschnatter8364 3 жыл бұрын

I had to pick up a strat.

@johnwelch557 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent demo. These are highly desirable. Lots of new and old territory to cover. I'm dying to have either one, but untouchable at the price point. Maybe something MUCH less expensive will come down the pike from someone.....

@mrbesserwisser7447 4 жыл бұрын

Perhaps Harley Benton...?

@scottosborn3097 4 жыл бұрын

They both sound good. I'll take one of each!!

@AlamoMusic 4 жыл бұрын

Haha awesome! Make sure to contact us if you need anything (:

@prangel03 4 жыл бұрын

I love the way these sound!!! I wish they weren’t so expensive!!! Maybe in a few years when they come down in price a bit, I better start saving my pennies now! Wish they had this when I was younger learning guitar!

@peternason8728 4 жыл бұрын

when has the price on any Fender ever come down?

@crusader2603 4 жыл бұрын

Peter Nason true tho XD

@GameboyFanatic 4 жыл бұрын

@@peternason8728 When has Fender produced a note worthy Acoustic/Hyrbid before? (;

@annedarlington5837 3 жыл бұрын

I love the telecastor!! I tried to get one on ebay!!

@ezyboy6041 4 жыл бұрын

the best for me is the acoustic telecaster, i like the sound of it....i dont know why

@victorvonhuggen9558 4 жыл бұрын

Sure!!

@fossseseptique 4 жыл бұрын

yes the Telecoustic is the better sound, as far as we can tell, but the stratocoustic is much sexier looking....

@yaboidustin2447 4 жыл бұрын

@@fossseseptique true

@yaboidustin2447 4 жыл бұрын

I don't care which if I were to get one ngl

@JamesBond-ml3zp 3 жыл бұрын

Love the Strat sound Much Better for what I want to achieve and Express, it's a Fuller sound.

@jaykabel 2 жыл бұрын

I'd love to see comparisons with Line 6 Variax sounds

@rageagainstthesupremes9309 2 жыл бұрын

great playing!! I am a lefty and just got a Telecoustic, and have a 1999 custom strat that I will be buried with but man I wish they made a lefty acoustasonic strat. maybe next year!

@Simba3696 2 жыл бұрын

Its available. I'm a lefty too. I couldn't carry around both of my acoustic and electric. So I searched for a left handed version and its available. :)

@grahamschnatter8364 3 жыл бұрын

I had to pick up the strat version because if the body sensor and the dirty channel made it more versatile.

@williamlund5945 4 жыл бұрын

Well don and nice job comparing them both. Cooper was really fun to listen to as well Though I am leaning toward the Strat, the Tele is nice. I am currently using a PRS Custom 24 with Piezio. It works great with a modeler system (ie Helix, Rush, or even Boss etc) My problem is the weight of the PRS is getting to my shoulder even with a wide padded strap. Excluding 12 string songs, I could use this Strat for about 65% of our songs in a four hour gig. The remainder would be on my electric Start. I would be willing to carry a third guitar (12 sring acc, Start, and acc Start) for the sounds of the Fender Acoustasonic Stratocaster. I always wonder what guiatr I am going to buy next. Now I know... :)

@AlamoMusic 4 жыл бұрын

Glad we could help!

@eli14eli14 3 жыл бұрын

Are you planning a comparison of these vs the Jazzmaster? Looking for the one with the best acoustic sounds in it. Originally i thought jazzmaster but the Tele sounds really nice and i prefer the clean of the Tele so now i'm leaning tele... any help would be awesome.

@theteddyshow9072 4 жыл бұрын

They should make a squire acoustosonic

@jessehudson7113 4 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha

@jessehudson7113 4 жыл бұрын

I read it wrong I thought you said square...

@theteddyshow9072 4 жыл бұрын

@@jessehudson7113 that too

@dustinalecxander8647 4 жыл бұрын

I thought you laughed because you think that making a squire acoustasonic would be impossible

@paparuffy406 4 жыл бұрын

If they did, I’d bet it still runs $750-$1000. Im not a name snob, as long as they are quality I’m game. I’ve got a classic vibe tele and love it.

@ianholmes2420 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Chris, that was cool. Thanks for conducting the sound test. What I’d love is to see you do a comparison between a Martin 000x2e or a 000x1ae and a solid wood body Martin 000 like a 000-12e and a 000-13e. No one on KZfaq has done a back to back sound comparison between a 000x model and a solid wood 000. Please do it.

@KirkMonteux 4 жыл бұрын

Much better without the commenting between samples. Thank you for listening.

@PERRYS_PROPS 4 жыл бұрын

Like the strat better based on larger body and style, do hear a drastic difference in sound

@emanuele3119 Жыл бұрын

What an incredible guitarist 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🥹

@Isaacelijahmusic 3 жыл бұрын

Many mixed comments here. I can’t decide what I think about it but I am still curious. However I feel like at the price point and my skill level I would have to skip it. If money was no option I guess I could see myself buying this. Thanks for giving me something to contemplate and I hope I can play as well as the long haired man in this video one day.

@jenniegem5338 Жыл бұрын

Can you please teach how you do that strumming in the beginning of the video ? Beginner version :)

@stevenotice2918 4 жыл бұрын

Both sound like acoustic guitars with pickups. Ok for local cover band gigs, but they still have that boxy, quacky, sound we associate with piezo pickups. For a pro gig or studio recording I don’t see a place for these. Maybe in the future with improvements to the tech.

@williamschletzer4516 4 жыл бұрын

Nice playing, nice review. I would like to see a review of the strat version that shows the switch positions but not just the extremes of the blend knob buy the middle blended position.

@dezscott46 4 жыл бұрын

Tele all the way just need to know what amp to use on it for home use only was thinking of a yamaha th10 wireless

@Boris_Chang 2 жыл бұрын

The Strat has a lot of subtle variations of a wider range of compositions and sizes. I like it’s shape too. The Tele seems to have a better selection of electric sounds. I own both a Tele 60th Anniversary model and a ‘75 Strat I picked up shortly after graduating from college (a CBS Strat). I could see having one of each, except that as I approach retirement and downsizing, I need to be selling, not buying.

@voguemusique 3 жыл бұрын

Hello, I am French, I want to congratulate you on your different videos! I want to buy a Fender American Acoustasonic guitar. Can you give me some advice, I'm hesitating between the Telecaster, Stratocaster or Jazzmaster model. I play in an international variety band, I also like Blues and Rock & Roll I need an Acoustasonic with clean sounds but also a bit of crunch if possible. I currently own a Fender American Elite HSS guitar. Thank you very much for all of your information. Cordially. Stephane

@steventanner1428 2 жыл бұрын

I heard a guy playing Led Zeppelin's Rain Song on a tele. He was in position 2:A. Absolutely the best version ever.

@burpingboy 4 жыл бұрын

Are the string trees stock or added?

@Cdubz-yg9mq 3 жыл бұрын

He literally predicted the jazzmaster 😳

@brunojacq5473 4 жыл бұрын

And how sounds the guitar acoustically ? without any amp...?

@crusader2603 4 жыл бұрын

7:38 8:49 15:12 16:22 17:48 19:22

@bigswingface5847 2 жыл бұрын

Can anyone confirm if this guitar has the neck tilt adjustment screw located on the neck plate? I've heard both yes and no. Thanks!

@scottroberts1992 3 жыл бұрын

Strat all day long! Great demo!

@cmcg5788 4 жыл бұрын

The guitars look cool as hell, but, I don't know, the models all sound like different takes on a piezo pickup. To my ear, at least, they make a sound I usually try to dial out of my acoustics when I amplify them directly.

@jamesburge1983 4 жыл бұрын

I liked that the tele seemed a bit brighter, reflecting the tele twang, while the stray was a bit darker reflecting the big bluesy sound of a strat, but that could just be me. ‘I am looking at you, Gibson.’ I was thinking the exact same thing.

@SuffertheFool 3 жыл бұрын

That’s my take away as well.

@mastrojollyroger1322 4 жыл бұрын

great

@vegasspaceprogram6623 2 жыл бұрын

The strategy sounded more "tinny" the tele sounded very smooth

@preedapromwiriyakul8227 2 жыл бұрын

Been watching again and again. Between comparing 2 models, I'll buy Cooper! Nah... Telly for sure!

@ForTheDailyRide Жыл бұрын

Does acoustasonic comes with acoustic guitar strings or Electric guitar strings?

@P3photo 4 жыл бұрын

Fender I thin you missed the make on the Stratocaster. I mean great job on the acoustic modeling, best sounding in the industry, but the margin in the telecaster. Is in the bridge pick up and the neck pickup in the Stratocaster.

@protruuls541 3 жыл бұрын

Totally Agree, if the strat had a neck pick-up I would pick it between the two

@govoli1922 2 жыл бұрын

Seems The ST feel warmer?

@agg3584 4 жыл бұрын

what song is the 0:55 to 1:05 arpeggio from? sounds like the beatles but i cant remember the name.

@jtxiii 4 жыл бұрын

Sounds like 'more than words'

@DonDon-ou7jt Жыл бұрын

can i play it without plugging into an amp?

@zeroman614 4 жыл бұрын

Did you put fresh/identical strings on both prior to this comparison?

@AlamoMusic 4 жыл бұрын

They were both fresh out of the box with new strings which are the same.

@thelastrebelshow1627 4 жыл бұрын

If it’s good enough for Billy strings it’s good e for me!

@jeffmoore7551 4 жыл бұрын

Personally, it would have helped me more if the presentation had been done using a playing style that is more similar to how this instrument would be used in a situation where someone needed to be able to play an acoustic rhythm and then switch to an electric lead for a bit, and then back to an acoustic rhythm. The noodling with fingers didn’t really present a contrast for how they would each perform in a live performance.

@mrbesserwisser7447 4 жыл бұрын

Here is Fender's own video, comparing the two in an actual live playing situation: shop.fender.com/en-SE/acoustasonic-guitars

@buskersatwork 2 жыл бұрын

Yep! Thinking the same... even with a looper maybe ?

@prashbez 4 жыл бұрын

Can these be played unplugged too? I mean is the sound loud enough unplugged or is it like an unplugged electric guitar/ Yamaha silent guitar when its not connected to an amp or sound system?

@yaboidustin2447 4 жыл бұрын

why else is there the sound hole in the middle🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️ Yes it can be played unplugged

@AlamoMusic 4 жыл бұрын

It can!

@angied2374 4 жыл бұрын

Loving that sexy Strat! BUT i guess because it's acoustic electric , it doesn't sweep my soul into that deep trance dance of emotion... it's just a bit out of reach. If i had to pick one though, the Strat would be where its at. Great job guys!Keep 'em comming!!!! 💫💯💥😜👌

@timmybrown2340 Жыл бұрын

This geezer is amazing!!! Fuck me , what a player!!! Love on ya mate!

@gtpa7498 4 жыл бұрын

Do they both have issues with neck dive? Is one better than the other on that? Thanks.

@funkybunch81 2 жыл бұрын

No neck dive on the Tele. Little bit of one on the strat. Saw it on an Andertons comparison.

@Rickyv7154 Жыл бұрын

By watching and listening to you as you played both Tele vs Strat Acoustasonic guitars .. I tend to be drawn more towards the Strat .. But I still would like to be able to bend the strings more .. I have to say that your video did not demonstrate / show give enough attention to detail of >>> IF AT ALL

@JL-bu8bz 3 жыл бұрын

Both, tele and strat, are digital. Because of this I prefer Taylor T5 and Godin Spectrum. This to instruments are all analogic. No digital process

@teerexness 3 жыл бұрын

For the price of these guitars, you could buy a Variax Standard and a Helix LT for a vastly more powerful and versatile setup.

@sushilmukhia6348 4 жыл бұрын

👍

@ralex3697 3 жыл бұрын

Cooper plays great

@crusader2603 4 жыл бұрын

7:13 8:26 9:42 18:43

@J-35de63 4 жыл бұрын

What about weights? Did you compare? Thanks

@williamlund5945 4 жыл бұрын

About 4 lbs. They are really light. My PRS custom 24 with piezio is getting to be a pain in my shoulder...

@geraldhartley Жыл бұрын

The telecaster sounds so much better to my ears.

@P3photo 4 жыл бұрын

Add a neck pickup and you would be golden

@MrMrRobot 4 жыл бұрын

I much prefer the Tele body - it is more subtle. The oversized Strat body does not appeal. Looks a bit silly esp in the red. Overall I love the concept of these guitars - I fine constant guitar changes tiresome for me and our audience, so I will investigate further. Colors are a bit naff. I like the black. Shame there is not a blue in the Tele.The green one looks like they havent finished the paint job. Thanks guys. Tele for me

@user-zv7lm8uk7h 2 жыл бұрын

What Shampoo and Conditioner does thsat guy use???

@miltonsantos8135 2 жыл бұрын

Jesus's shampoo

@ianbrown1474 4 жыл бұрын

When comparing the T5 and the acoustasonic its worth noting that the two guitars were designed by the same person AFAIK

@thundermind5572 4 жыл бұрын

They are both really cool compared to older designs but putting the body wave hole directly under the strings just defeats the whole purpose of the design. The holes belong on the sides. I should know. I've been building correct guitars for pro musicians for twenty years. I don't care who builds them, gets the credit for the innovation or gets all that cheddar. I'm old and don't want to build anymore but they won't leave me alone so I just keep crankinging them out a couple a year for obseen amounts of money. Still Fender is so close I gotta give them props. Nice.

@padraiglyons5439 Жыл бұрын

Lovely guitar but I think I've seen quite enough guitar players who are way better than me for one day. Some day hopefully I'll be able to just enjoy these players and not be so envious.

@aprilkoenig5204 3 жыл бұрын

The strat has a lot of tone. I feel like.

@redcomn 4 жыл бұрын

But can you play kalinka solo on this?? 🤔🤔🤔

@gizmomac1520 3 жыл бұрын

Cant wait for the jazzmaster edition!

@chicachicawahwah6032 3 жыл бұрын

20:12 You or should I say we (🎸 players) just got lucky❗ And with a Tim Shaw Humbucker to boot in Ocean Turquoise....😋

@zackw.9793 4 жыл бұрын

Strat!!!

@DJ-pp9yg 4 жыл бұрын

What amp were you using?

@AlamoMusic 4 жыл бұрын

Fender Hot Rod Deluxe IV.

@roadkingrocks5067 4 жыл бұрын

@@AlamoMusic So would it make a difference if it were played through an acoustic amp like the Fishman Loudbox?

@samsschool3639 3 жыл бұрын

There is litterally no reason aside from making money to do these in sepparate bodies... jesus think about my wallet Fender!, great video by the way guys you are awesome!

@nsc217 4 жыл бұрын

Strat sounds much better. Really nice

@bjdenil 4 жыл бұрын

You should tell your subscribers about the show Scar-my-guitar. It is like Pimp my ride but for guitars... They could win a free guitar or upgrade to a hand made custom

@michael67gp 4 жыл бұрын

For the Strat in Position 2B, you demo’d “Fender Electric Clean” instead of “Blended Electric and Acoustic” as done with the Tele for Position 2B. For the Tele, “Fender Electric Clean” was Position 1A. Then, for the Strat in Position 1B, you demo’d “Fender Electric Dirty”, which was not demo’d for the Tele. Why? Does the Tele not do a “Fender Electric Dirty”?