Archive for October, 2009

The Squier Telecaster

If you’re on a budget, but still want classic Fender Telecaster twang, then the Squier Telecaster will fit you well. It was designed for just such musicians working on a budget or the hobbyist who wants something else to play, but does not need high end accessories.
You can get a hold of one of these [...]

How would you get a Telecaster to sound like a Jazzmaster?

I’ve never been able to find a guitar that plays as good as my telecaster, but i don’t really have a use for that twang anymore.
Has anyone had any experience putting JM pickups or p90s in a tele?
did it work? any other advice on getting closer to that tone (besides "buy a jazzmaster" or "you [...]

are squier stratocaster guitars complete crap?

Not complete, no. They are good beginners’ guitars, in a class with others at the same price.

SQUIER TELECASTER HELP!?

I’m trying to deicide on whether to have either of these guitars, the price doesn’t really matter as they are both similarly priced.
‘Vintage Modified Series Telecaster Custom’
http://www.bonnersmusic.co.uk/buy/Squier/Vintage_Modified_Series_Telecaster_Custom
‘Standard Telecaster’
http://www.bonnersmusic.co.uk/buy/Squier/Standard_Telecaster
regardless of what they look like could someone shed the light on what one will actually sound and feel better, i don’t want to waste my money on [...]

I have a Squier Strat and I want to put an EMG 81 in the bridge. Any help?

I’ve heard that this is impossible but I am stubborn and I realyl want to put in the pickup, what kind of modifications to I have to make, and how do I wire everything? None of the digriams help, no other diagrams help. It is an acitve pickup, I have a space for the battery, [...]

where can i get my telecaster neck pickup slot rerouted?

I was looking at getting a p90 pickup for my tele, but the slot won’t fit it. I’ve done my research online and all signs point to rerouting it, but I don’t have a machine to do that.
Where can I take my telecaster to so I can get it rerouted? And how much would it [...]

fender squier electric guitar kit. is it a good kit to learn guitar on?

i’m 17 and i want to learn to play punk rock and a little pop rock. is the fender squier a good guitar to start on? if not, any suggestions?
Hi Tom
The Fender squier is a good guitar to begin with. Just because it is inexpensive doesn’t mean it is garbage. I see guitar players with [...]

Overhauling squier telecaster?

Hi I’m modifying my squier affinity telecaster, the reason why I’m doing this is because the wood is a keeper so I am basically changing everything else on the guitar. Which leads me to a couple of questions.
Does a vintage tele three saddle bridge work on my squier even though its a topload not a [...]

Whaer can i get a Squier Stratocaster starter kit for a good price?

Starting for guitar, and found Squier Stratocaster on the itnernet. Does anyone know where i can find one in a store so i can see it? Maybe somewhere like sam’s club. But the price can’t be over $250. Thanks
Yes at sam ash and here – http://www.guitarcenter.com/shop/product/Squier-Stop-Dreaming-Start-Playing-Affinity-Strat-HSS-Pack-With-Fender-Frontman-15G-Amp?full_sku=513288%2e001

Where can I get a telecaster guitar neck with no fret inlays?

I’m customising my guitar and was wondering where I could get a fender telecaster neck with no fret inlays?
Hello! Check out http://fenderguitarparts.com/Necks.htm and https://www.musikraft.com/store.php?pg1-cid47.html , both of whom are Fender neck manufacturers. Either can build your neck exactly the way you want, although it may not be inexpensive! Best regards, Dana