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FENDER ENLISTS HAIM, DOMINIC FIKE AND MORE FOR 2023 PLAYER SERIES CAMPAIGN, HIGHLIGHTING BEST-SELLING ICONIC GUITARS AND BASSES, EMBRACING DIVERSITY IN MUSIC CREATION

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif., May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today announces the start of a new 2023 campaign for the acclaimed Player Series, a line of guitars and basses designed for the new generation of artists, players and creators. Since its inception in 2018, the Player Series has become Fender's best-selling series, having sold more than half a million units globally and showing nearly 30% consecutive year over year growth. Beyond that, the series has ignited a demographic shift within the industry and attracted a diverse, passionate, and inclusive new universe of guitar and bass players. It's a testament to the series' singular ability to transcend genre and aid in the creative exploration of artists such as Turnstile, Cherry Glazerr, Saya Gray, Japanese Breakfast, Beach Bunny, Soccer Mommy and White Reaper, and has appeared on stages and inspired music and culture worldwide.

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  • We hope the Player Series will continue sparking creative inspiration and inspire even more musicians to try out a Fender guitar or bass."
  • The Player Series 2023 campaign is coming to life in a big way as one of Fender's most expansive rollouts to date.
  • In addition, Fender is introducing two soon-to-be-classic Fender colorways to the Player Series lineup - Seafoam Green, an eye-catching blue-green, and Candy Apple Red, a rich, deep red.
  • The Player Series sets the new benchmark for quality and performance, with features, including:
    The Fender Player Series includes the following models all available in either a maple fingerboard, or pau ferro fingerboard:

FENDER UNVEILS AMERICAN VINTAGE II SERIES OF ELECTRIC GUITARS AND BASSES - FAITHFUL RECREATIONS OF ITS MOST ICONIC MODELS FROM THE `50s, `60s &`70s THAT INSPIRED MUSIC CULTURE

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today announced the American Vintage II Series, an electric guitar and bass line celebrating Fender's iconic models through the decades, equipped with authentic specifications and aesthetics for lovers of vintage-inspired style and sound. During the monumental musical decades of the `50s, `60s and `70s, Fender forever reshaped the sonic landscape with its innovative electric guitar and bass designs. 

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  • "The iconic models in the American Vintage II Series are a near 1:1 comparison with their original predecessors.
  • To spark musical inspiration today with iconic guitars of the past, Fender's American Vintage II Series breathes new life into a classic tool for players looking to create in today's modern music landscape.
  • The American Vintage II Series pays homage to the music and cultural moments they've inspired, countless and ever-evolving in reach and impact.
  • Built to the original specs, these American Vintage II series models demonstrate both the timelessness and relevance of the Fender brand."

Chicago Music Exchange Finds Supply Chain Harmony with Pacejet

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Tuesday, September 20, 2022
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“We immediately decreased what we call ‘mis-ships’--basically when someone orders a red Telecaster but instead gets a blue one-- by more than 80%, and we can now train a new crew member in a couple of days versus a couple of months,” continued Robertson.

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  • With a line around the block every morning before the store opens, Chicago Music Exchange is known for its museum-like storefront and first-class customer service experience--an experience they wanted to replicate in their supply chain processes.
  • Pacejet was an easy choice for the Chicago Music Exchange team, providing a native integration to NetSuite with connections to its e-commerce provider, bringing together a fully connected supply chain solution.
  • By automating all warehouse, shipping and onboarding processes, Pacejet saved Chicago Music Exchange an estimated $68K in the first 12 months following implementation.
  • To read the entire case study and learn more about additional ways Pacejet was able to significantly help Chicago Music Exchange, visit Pacejet .

Peter Frampton and Duane Eddy to Lead All-Star Lineup at Buddy Holly’s 85th Birthday Celebration in Lubbock

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Monday, May 23, 2022
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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220523005787/en/
    On Saturday, August 6, 2022, the Helen Jones Devitt Theater at the Buddy Holly Hall of Performing Arts and Sciences in Lubbock, Texas will come alive as Grammy-winning superstar Peter Frampton, rock guitar pioneer Duane Eddy and special guests take the stage for Buddy Hollys 85th Birthday Celebration with a star-studded lineup of guitar and songwriting legends.
  • The Buddy Holly Hall is the crown jewel of the newly opened 220,000 square-foot, state-of-the-art performing arts and education campus owned and operated by the Lubbock Entertainment/Performing Arts Association.
  • I am excited and honored to be asked by my good friend Duane Eddy to participate in this tribute to Buddy Holly, said Frampton.
  • Said Eddy, I hope youll join us as we share memories and music of our dear friend, Buddy Holly.

FENDER UNVEILS PLAYER PLUS METEORA® GUITAR MODELS, DESIGNED FOR HIGH PERFORMANCE, SONIC ENTHUSIASTS

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Tuesday, March 15, 2022
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif., March 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today continues its expansion and industry-defining innovation with the top-selling Player Plus series, launching the Player Plus Meteora® HH guitar and Player Plus Active Meteora® Bass. First introduced as a limited run in 2018, the Meteora is the latest model in Fender's 75 year-long track record of creating visually stunning and amazingly playable guitars. The futuristic Meteora now joins iconic models such as the Stratocaster® and Telecaster® in the Player Plus lineup.

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  • "The release of Player Plus Meteora marks an uncharted and exciting era for Fender, a legacy undefined," said Justin Norvell, Executive Vice President of product, FMIC.
  • Player Plus MeteoraHH and Player Plus Active Meteora Bass, expertly crafted in Ensenada, Mexico, are meticulously refined and designed to deliver next-level performance from the studio to stage and beyond.
  • Blending top-notch features of the iconic Telecasterand Jazzmastermodels, the addition of Player Plus MeteoraHH and Player Plus Active Meteora Bass offer a modern twist on Fender's classic geometry.
  • Player Plus Active Meteora Bass ($1,149.99 USD, 1299.00 EUR,1,149.00 GBP, $2,399.00 AUD, 160,600 JPY) Fusing innovative Fender design with player-centric features and exciting new finishes, the Player Plus Active Meteora Bass delivers superb playability and unmistakable style.

JAKKS Pacific, Disguise and Sega of America Announce “Sonic Prime” Toy and Costume Collection

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Tuesday, January 4, 2022
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JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK) today announced a partnership with Sega of America, Inc. for the upcoming animated Sonic the Hedgehog series, Sonic Prime, maintaining JAKKS as one of the franchises global merchandise partners.

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  • JAKKS Pacific, Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK) today announced a partnership with Sega of America, Inc. for the upcoming animated Sonic the Hedgehog series, Sonic Prime, maintaining JAKKS as one of the franchises global merchandise partners.
  • Under this partnership, JAKKS will produce action figures, playsets, vehicles, plush and other collectibles associated with the upcoming new show.
  • Additionally, JAKKS also named Disguise, Inc. as its official costume and costume accessory partner with distribution rights across the globe.
  • JAKKS and Disguise will design, manufacture, market and sell Sonic Prime-branded product lines worldwide commencing in 2023.

MIYAVI and KLKTN Unveil "Month of MIYAVI" commemorating MIYAVI's 20th anniversary debut

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Wednesday, December 22, 2021
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The project is part of a collaboration with MIYAVI that started in October 2021, where MIYAVI has been releasing a series of different NFTs on KLKTN.

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  • The project is part of a collaboration with MIYAVI that started in October 2021, where MIYAVI has been releasing a series of different NFTs on KLKTN.
  • "In celebration of MIYAVI's 20th anniversary as an artist, we wanted to create a new kind of experience for MIYAVI's fans," said Jeff Miyahara, Chief Creative Officer of KLKTN.
  • This unique NFT will be available for fans that purchase all 11 MIYAVI Moments NFTs on KLKTN.
  • "Next year, I'm marking my 20th anniversary as a solo artist and to open this commemorating year, I'm excited to announce the 'Month of MIYAVI', partnering up with KLKTN.

Pop Artist Tom Foolery Honors The Beatles with New "Get Back" Posters

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Monday, November 22, 2021
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Tom Foolery's new line of three posters and two shirt designs is in anticipation of the premier of "Get Back,'' airing on Disney+ over the Thanksgiving weekend.

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  • Tom Foolery's new line of three posters and two shirt designs is in anticipation of the premier of "Get Back,'' airing on Disney+ over the Thanksgiving weekend.
  • The Beatles were known for a particular pop culture aesthetic which has been reflected in the design of these new posters and apparel.
  • Artist Tom Foolery conceptualized and designed the "Get Back" poster in recognition of the debut of Peter Jackson's documentary.
  • About Pop Artist Tom Foolery:
    Tom Foolery has been a cornerstone of the pop art scene in Los Angeles and New York for over three decades.

Fender Introduces the New Hybrid: Acoustasonic® Player Telecaster®, the Most Accessible Acoustasonic® Guitar Yet

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Tuesday, November 16, 2021
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Nov. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today continued its expansion of the Acoustasonic series with the launch of the Acoustasonic Player Telecaster guitar.

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  • HOLLYWOOD, Calif., Nov. 16, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today continued its expansion of the Acoustasonic series with the launch of the Acoustasonic Player Telecaster guitar.
  • As the latest addition to the line, the Acoustasonic Player Telecaster embodies the spirit of ambitious innovation that Fender was built on over 75 years ago.
  • Priced at $1,199, the Acoustasonic Player Telecaster is the most accessible Acoustasonic guitar yet, specifically designed to reach younger demographics and make musical creativity more obtainable from live performances to studio sessions and songwriting.
  • Acoustasonic Player Telecaster ($1,199.99 USD, 1,199.00EUR, 1,049.00 GBP, $2,199 AUD, 187,000 JPY)
    The evolution of Fender's trailblazing Acoustasonic platform continues with the introduction of the Acoustasonic Player Telecaster.

Fender Expands Guitar Innovation With American Acoustasonic® Stratocaster®

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Tuesday, March 3, 2020
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HOLLYWOOD, Calif., March 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today celebrates the official launch of the newest model in the American Acoustasonic Series, the American Acoustasonic Stratocaster .

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  • HOLLYWOOD, Calif., March 3, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Fender Musical Instruments Corporation (FMIC) today celebrates the official launch of the newest model in the American Acoustasonic Series, the American Acoustasonic Stratocaster .
  • Building off of the highly successful Acoustasonic Telecaster released at Winter NAMM 2019, the American Acoustasonic Stratocaster ($1,999.99) features all-new tonewoods and voices with even more electric possibilities.
  • "We are proud to continue expanding our most sonically innovative platform with the American Acoustasonic Stratocaster," said Billy Martinez, Fender VP Category Manager, Acoustic Division.
  • The Fender and Fishman-designed Acoustic Engine powers the Acoustasonic Stratocaster, offering a unique set of acoustic voices plus Strat-inspired electric lead and rhythm tones.