Industry Jul 17, 2026
Fender Intensifies Legal Battle with Yamaha Over Guitar Copyright
The legal battle over the design of S-style guitars takes a Goliath vs Goliath turn...
Originally published by
MusicRadar
Fender has issued a cease-and-desist order to Yamaha, escalating its legal campaign concerning the copyright of the Stratocaster guitar design. This action marks a significant development in the ongoing dispute between the two major guitar manufacturers over the iconic S-style guitar shape.
Originally reported by MusicRadar.