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Fender FA-125 Dreadnought w/bag Walnut Fingerboard Natural

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Description

The Fender FA-125 Dreadnought is a full sized acoustic guitar that gives beginners and casual players an easy, confidence building start with the classic look and sound of Fender. With its natural finish and smooth walnut fingerboard, it delivers a bold, room filling voice that suits strumming, chords and simple fingerstyle. It also arrives with a handy gig bag, so you can keep it protected between lessons and rehearsals or carry it to and from school without fuss. If you want a dependable first acoustic that looks the part and feels inviting from day one, the FA-125 makes an excellent choice.

Built with a laminated spruce top and laminated basswood back and sides, the FA-125 blends strength with an expressive dreadnought tone that is warm, clear and punchy. The comfortable nato neck supports an easy playing action, while the walnut fingerboard feels smooth under the fingertips for clean fretting and tidy chord changes. Sealed die cast tuners help it hold pitch during practice, and the compensated saddle supports accurate intonation up the neck. Compared with many basic student models, the FA-125 offers smarter finishing touches, more reliable hardware and the reassurance of a well known brand behind it.

For UK tuition the FA-125 fits seamlessly into school and private lesson routines. Its standard scale length and 20 fret layout align well with beginner method books and graded pieces, and the sturdy laminated construction copes with everyday knocks in classrooms, practice rooms and on the bus. Easy tuning, consistent setup and the included bag make it practical for weekly lessons, ensemble rehearsals and home practice alike. With strong value for money and a specification that encourages steady progress, it is a sensible, long term starter instrument for students, parents and teachers looking for something straightforward and dependable.

Features

Classic dreadnought projection

The FA-125 delivers the familiar power and presence of a full sized dreadnought, giving beginners a responsive acoustic voice that carries well in lessons, rehearsals and small performances. It is equally at home with strummed chords or gentle fingerpicking, helping new players explore different styles with confidence.

Comfortable neck and walnut fingerboard

A smoothly finished nato neck pairs with a walnut fingerboard to create an inviting playing surface for clean fretting and clear notes. The comfortable profile supports an easy action that helps reduce hand fatigue, making it simpler to practise longer and progress faster.

Durable laminated tonewoods

A laminated spruce top with laminated basswood back and sides offers a reliable blend of strength and musicality. This construction resists changes in temperature and humidity better than many solid wood alternatives, which is ideal for school environments and regular travel.

Stable tuning and accurate intonation

Sealed die cast tuners make tuning straightforward and secure, while the compensated saddle supports more accurate intonation along the fingerboard. Together they help the guitar sound in tune across open chords and higher positions, which is especially helpful for developing ears.

Gig bag included

The supplied gig bag provides essential protection from dust and scuffs and makes carrying the instrument easy between home, school and lessons. It adds real value for students and parents by keeping the guitar safe from day one without needing to purchase a case separately.

Specifications

Model Fender FA-125 Dreadnought
SKU 0971210521
Body Shape Dreadnought
Top Laminated Spruce
Back and Sides Laminated Basswood
Neck Nato
Fingerboard Walnut
Scale Length 25.3 inches
Finish Natural Gloss
Included Gig bag
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