Industry Jul 17, 2026

Fender Targets Yamaha in Guitar Design Lawsuit

The legal battle over the design of S-style guitars takes a Goliath vs Goliath turn...

Originally published by MusicRadar
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Fender Targets Yamaha in Guitar Design Lawsuit

Fender has issued a cease-and-desist order to Yamaha as its legal campaign concerning the copyright of the Stratocaster design escalates. This action marks a significant development in the ongoing legal dispute over S-style guitar designs, highlighting a high-stakes conflict between major industry players. Originally reported by MusicRadar.