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Roos · December 28th, 2005, 02:28 PM

Greetings from a new member.

I am a novice guitar player who really likes the look and feel of the Telecaster. Can members post some suggestions on a specific model/options best suited towards classic rock?

Looking to buy a good guitar to learn on and that will last.

Any input appreciated.

Mike Rice · December 28th, 2005, 02:47 PM

When you say you like the feel of the Tele, which one(s) have you been playing. There are so many Teles out there today with neck shapes and sizes ranging from big ol' vintage to modern flat oval and other choices in between. Frets also vary from vintage to medium jumbo and fretboard radius (roundness) can vary. You need to decide what feels best to you.

Having said that, I might send someone looking at the Nashville Deluxe Tele as a good classic rock instrument. It has a Strat middle PU allowing for a nice mix of Tele and Strat tones. The neck is more modern in design and the guitar is reasonably priced new and used. Put in a Stew Mac Megaswitch to lose the middle PU alone but gain the bridge/neck combo, and you've got one killer axe for looks, playability, versatility, and tone. If nothing else it's a good start on your test drives.

Best of luck and keep us posted!!

Brian blaut · December 28th, 2005, 06:19 PM

yes, go to every guitar store in your area and start playing them. Play them with the same amp you own if possible. Different guitars of the same model will sound/feel different, so look for the one that speaks to you.

The truth is, it doesn't matter which one you pick. After a couple of months of hanging out here, you'll want another...and then another. Not implace of your original choice, but in addition to it.

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vic108 · December 28th, 2005, 06:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mike Rice

...Nashville Deluxe Tele
Best of luck and keep us posted!!

Play as MANY as you can but PLEASE try the Nashville.
You MAY like it alot.....I do!

Roos · December 29th, 2005, 09:37 AM

Thanks for the prompt and helpful replies. I will attempt to locate a Nashville model to try out.

Sarge · December 29th, 2005, 11:16 AM

Yea...I agree.....TRY the MIM Nashville....they can be found gently used for around $300. The bonus is along with the tele vibe you also get the middle position strat pick-up. A really great tele that not going to break the bank.

December 28th, 2005, 02:28 PM	#1 (permalink)
Roos NEW MEMBER! Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 2	Rookie wants Telecaster Greetings from a new member. I am a novice guitar player who really likes the look and feel of the Telecaster. Can members post some suggestions on a specific model/options best suited towards classic rock? Looking to buy a good guitar to learn on and that will last. Any input appreciated.

December 28th, 2005, 02:47 PM	#2 (permalink)
Mike Rice Friend of Leo's Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Hudson Valley Age: 49 Posts: 2,245 3 Photos	Test Drive Time When you say you like the feel of the Tele, which one(s) have you been playing. There are so many Teles out there today with neck shapes and sizes ranging from big ol' vintage to modern flat oval and other choices in between. Frets also vary from vintage to medium jumbo and fretboard radius (roundness) can vary. You need to decide what feels best to you. Having said that, I might send someone looking at the Nashville Deluxe Tele as a good classic rock instrument. It has a Strat middle PU allowing for a nice mix of Tele and Strat tones. The neck is more modern in design and the guitar is reasonably priced new and used. Put in a Stew Mac Megaswitch to lose the middle PU alone but gain the bridge/neck combo, and you've got one killer axe for looks, playability, versatility, and tone. If nothing else it's a good start on your test drives. Best of luck and keep us posted!! __________________ Sure I like country music and I like mandolins, but right now I need a Telecaster through a Vibrolux turned up to 10...John Hiatt

December 28th, 2005, 06:19 PM	#3 (permalink)
Brian blaut Tele-Afflicted Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Bay Area, California, USA Age: 35 Posts: 1,744 3 Photos	yes, go to every guitar store in your area and start playing them. Play them with the same amp you own if possible. Different guitars of the same model will sound/feel different, so look for the one that speaks to you. The truth is, it doesn't matter which one you pick. After a couple of months of hanging out here, you'll want another...and then another. Not implace of your original choice, but in addition to it. ...The TDPRI HAS YOU...

December 29th, 2005, 09:37 AM	#5 (permalink)
Roos NEW MEMBER! Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 2	Thanks for the prompt and helpful replies. I will attempt to locate a Nashville model to try out.

December 29th, 2005, 11:16 AM	#6 (permalink)
Sarge Friend of Leo's Join Date: May 2004 Location: Pgh,Pa Age: 54 Posts: 3,550	Yea...I agree.....TRY the MIM Nashville....they can be found gently used for around $300. The bonus is along with the tele vibe you also get the middle position strat pick-up. A really great tele that not going to break the bank.

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