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29/07/2026

19/07/2026

Fender has filed a copyright infringement action against Thomann over the Stratocaster body shape.

The filing follows Thomann’s own court action in June and brings the dispute into a new phase. For the first time, Fender’s claimed copyright and the challenged Harley Benton designs are before a court with fully resourced parties on both sides.

Our latest report explains what is confirmed, what remains unknown, and why the outcome could have implications far beyond Fender and Thomann.

Read the full report through the link in our profile.

How do you think this case could affect builders, retailers, and the future of S-style guitars?

23/06/2026

Thomann has publicly urged Fender to stop its cease and desist campaign and return to what it calls “a fair, cooperative partnership.”

Now the dispute over the Stratocaster body shape is moving toward court, where Fender’s asserted copyright claim could face its first contested test.

Vintage & Rare looks at the Düsseldorf ruling, Fender’s position, Thomann’s response, and what this could mean for builders, dealers, and collectors.

Read the full article on Vintage & Rare. https://www.vintageandrare.com/blog/thomann-takes-legal-action-against-fender-over-the-stratocaster-body-shape/

22/12/2025