When you buy Fender Certified Pre-Owned, you’re buying into Fender’s commitment to quality—past, present, and future.

Every instrument in our shop is professionally inspected, expertly certified, and backed by a Fender One-Year Limited Warranty, so musicians can shop pre-owned with total confidence.

Whether it’s your first Fender or the next addition to a growing collection, Fender Certified Pre-Owned makes owning one more accessible than ever.

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Certified Pre-Owned

Every instrument we sell has been carefully inspected, professionally serviced, and thoroughly play-tested by a team of experienced guitar technicians—many of whom are working musicians themselves.

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30-Day Return Policy

We want you to be happy with your instrument which is why we make it easy to return it if it's not quite right for you.

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1-Year Limited Warranty

All guitars will come with a Fender-backed one-year limited warranty. When you shop with Fender CPO, you're getting more than a guitar—you’re getting the craftsmanship, care, and commitment of a company that stands behind every instrument we touch.

A Partnership You Can Trust

Inspected by MIRC

All Fender Certified Pre-Owned instruments are inspected and certified by MIRC (Musical Instrument Reclamation Corporation)—the largest wholesaler and refurbisher of quality pre-owned guitars in the United States.

Backed by Fender

Every Fender Certified Pre-Owned instrument is supported by a Fender One-Year Limited Warranty, offering peace of mind rarely found in the pre-owned market.

We believe every guitar deserves to be played

Setting the gold standard for pre-owned and refurbished guitars.

Since 1993, MIRC has partnered with leading manufacturers and retailers to refurbish and reclaim musical instruments with precision and care. Operating from a state-of-the-art facility in La Vergne, Tennessee, MIRC’s highly trained craftsmen use proven quality control processes to ensure every instrument meets the Fender Certified Pre-Owned promise. Their expertise ensures each instrument is stage-ready, studio-worthy, and built to last.

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Our Certification Process

Every Fender Certified Pre-Owned instrument undergoes a rigorous inspection process designed to ensure it meets Fender’s highest standards for performance and playability.

Only instruments that meet or exceed our strict criteria earn the Fender Certified Pre-Owned designation. Every guitar is given the attention it needs to play its best before it ever reaches your hands. S with confidence knowing your guitar was prepped by experts.

  • Structural integrity and functionality

    • Neck integrity, truss rod functionality, and proper neck relief
    • Body and neck joint stability check
    • Fret condition and fretboard health
    • Nut and bridge stability
    • Tuning machine operation

  • Electronics and hardware performance

    • Pickup output and balance
    • Pots, switches, and output jack functionality
    • Hardware operation (tuners, bridge, tremolo systems, saddles)
    • Proper grounding and signal integrity

  • Playability and setup standards

    • Industry standard specs are used with every CPO guitar
    • Intonation checked
    • String condition with proper string height
    • Smooth fretwork and comfortable playing feel

  • Overall cosmetic condition

    • Instruments are free from structural damage
    • If any light cosmetic wear is preset this will be disclosed and documented in listings
    • CPO guitar will have all original parts
    • Original accessories and COA’s are included when available