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WATCH: Behind-The-Scenes Look At The Edge’s Fender Signature Guitar

There’s perhaps no greater compliment to a guitarist than when a manufacturer creates a signature model guitar in their name.  When that manufacturer happens to be Fender, then it’s really special….

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There's perhaps no greater compliment to a guitarist than when a manufacturer creates a signature model guitar in their name.  When that manufacturer happens to be Fender, then it's really special.

That's what U2's The Edge, who celebrates his 56th birthday today (August 8th),  is experiencing with his Signature Stratocaster and Deluxe Amplifier, which is now available.  (See photos and the mini-documentary below.)

“The Stratocaster is one of those instruments I have always had a strong connection with. To me it has a raw tonal personality that inspires innovation and discovery. As a creative tool it continues to drive my writing and guitar playing,” said The Edge. “Working with Fender and their Custom Shop over the last two years, we have been able to refine the design of my signature guitar and amplifier to a place that matches as close to humanly possible the sound I hear in my head.”

To find a Fender dealer near you, head over to Fender.com.

Erica Banas is a rock/classic rock blogger. The first man she ever loved was Jack Daniel.  (True story.)

Erica Banas is a news blogger who's been covering the rock/classic rock world since 2014. The coolest event she's ever covered in person was the 2021 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. (Sir Paul McCartney inducting Foo Fighters? C'mon now!) She's also well-versed in etiquette and extraordinarily nice. #TransRightsAreHumanRights