Detail 01
24.1-inch scale length
This is the short-scale layout identified for the Malibu Player.
Product detailSKU #1500000397438
FenderCalifornia Malibu Player Acoustic-Electric Guitar Fiesta Red
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The Malibu Player is a right-handed, small-body acoustic-electric with six strings and a 24.1-inch short scale. Its solid spruce top and Fishman Flex preamp support the balanced, articulate sound described for this model, both unplugged and through an amplifier. Fender positions the small body and short-scale format around a comfortable feel, while the slim-taper C nato neck continues that approach. The satin Fiesta Red finish gives this version a clearly defined visual identity for stage and studio use.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Stage acoustic parts that need a small-body guitar with onboard Fishman Flex electronics.
- Studio sessions using the Malibu’s balanced, articulate acoustic sound through an amplifier.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Left-handed players; this version is specified right-handed.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Fishman Flex preamp
Provides onboard electronics for amplified use.
Detail 03
Satin body finish
This Fiesta Red version has a satin finish.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm that the 1.69-inch nut width and 24.1-inch scale suit your preferred layout.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the Malibu Player acoustic-electric?
Yes. It has a Fishman Flex preamp for amplified use.
02How many frets does it have?
It has 20 frets.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
4 detailsPlayability
- Orientation
- Right-handed
- Number of Frets
- 20
- Number of Strings
- 6 String
- Scale Length
- 24.1"
5 detailsBody & build
- Fingerboard Material
- Walnut Neck wood: Nato Scale length: 24.1" Number of frets: 20 Neck finish: Satin Bridge: Modern Viking Saddle & nut: Synthetic Bone Electronics Pickup/preamp: Fishman Flex Other Tuning machines: Vintage-style Orientation: Right-handed Number of strings: 6 String
- Color
- Red
- Top Material
- Solid Spruce
- Body Type
- Malibu
- Neck Wood
- Nato
5 detailsOther
- Category Source
- detail
- Korena Special
- false
- Tier
- new
- Source Id
- site51500000397438
- Prop65
- WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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