Can a Tele be "too pretty?" - Page 3

hugo · February 15th, 2008, 04:46 AM

Trimmed and Burnin' that is one amazing guitar that I would be proud to have on my arm. That's another thing. I can see it know...look at that guy with the "too pretty" woman on his arm. Ya...that'll happen. Nobody would ever say that about your guitar man. The wood is to die for. That's amazing. How can anyone really say that, I mean it's a part of the earth, it's tree. How can anyone call a tree too pretty. It's so amazing to me, wood. I love it and Burnin I want it. I love the back of that guitar. Look at the swirls in that wood! Wow! I'm very jealous of you right now. Thanks alot. Where and when did you get it? ? Did you have it made?

casterway · February 16th, 2008, 01:05 AM

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Originally Posted by hugo

Trimmed and Burnin' that is one amazing guitar that I would be proud to have on my arm. That's another thing. I can see it know...look at that guy with the "too pretty" woman on his arm. Ya...that'll happen. Nobody would ever say that about your guitar man. The wood is to die for. That's amazing. How can anyone really say that, I mean it's a part of the earth, it's tree. How can anyone call a tree too pretty. It's so amazing to me, wood. I love it and Burnin I want it. I love the back of that guitar. Look at the swirls in that wood! Wow! I'm very jealous of you right now. Thanks alot. Where and when did you get it? ? Did you have it made?

Maybe if you're nice, he'll build you one of your own

voided3 · February 16th, 2008, 02:43 AM

That's a nice looking Tele I think. It still is simple, but less understated. My only concern though is that a relic'd or well played version of that guitar may be less attractive than the good 'ol blackguards or your average Tele once the gold plating wears off and the quilted maple turns gray around the edges (then again, '58 Les Pauls look pretty cool...).

Trimmed&Burnin · February 16th, 2008, 01:07 PM

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Originally Posted by hugo

Trimmed and Burnin' that is one amazing guitar that I would be proud to have on my arm. That's another thing. I can see it know...look at that guy with the "too pretty" woman on his arm. Ya...that'll happen. Nobody would ever say that about your guitar man. The wood is to die for. That's amazing. How can anyone really say that, I mean it's a part of the earth, it's tree. How can anyone call a tree too pretty. It's so amazing to me, wood. I love it and Burnin I want it. I love the back of that guitar. Look at the swirls in that wood! Wow! I'm very jealous of you right now. Thanks alot. Where and when did you get it? ? Did you have it made?

Thanks,,, actually the lighting was bad and I was holding the camera free hand so the pictures are fuzzy,, it's actually much nicer than the pictures show. She only wieghs 6lbs fully loaded!
Light weight and pretty,,, must be something wrong with that,,,

Pickalittle · February 18th, 2008, 10:45 PM

Shannon:
I think it is appropriate that you got the last post, as no one builds a more "pretty" Tele than you ("beautiful" might be a more appropriate word).
I appreciate the passion with which you guys posted on this thread.
Frankly, after considering all opinions, I don't think a Tele can be "too pretty." Twl things I think we've established, though.
1.) Pretty is subjective.
2.) Whether you consider your Tele pretty or not--play it for all it's worth and don't hide it in a closet!!!

casterway · February 19th, 2008, 12:49 AM

You be the judge. This acoustic was handbuilt by Wayne Henderson, the Greatest Unknown Guitar Builder in America.

Wayne is the chap in the ball cap.

Subtle plug. Wayne's story is told in 'Clapton's Guitar' by Allen St. John.

Highly recommended reading for builders and players alike.

alainlafrance · February 19th, 2008, 01:57 PM

Please, tell me she's ugly...
NAMM 2003, one of a kind, Masterbuilt by Todd Krause, woodwork by Hudson Bay Marquetry

alainlafrance · February 19th, 2008, 02:09 PM

A nice family photo with the Beasts and the Beauties

Bangbang · February 19th, 2008, 06:36 PM

Nothing ugly about those. I just bought this.

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/docum...512574&index=0

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/docum...512574&index=2

XKnight · February 19th, 2008, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by alainlafrance

A nice family photo with the Beasts and the Beauties

Great collection you have there. I normally don't care for flowers, birds and butterflies

on a guitar, but that is one fine looking Tele. Enjoy!

PraiseCaster · February 19th, 2008, 06:53 PM

Q: Can a Tele be too pretty?

A: No.

Trimmed&Burnin · February 19th, 2008, 07:11 PM

Here's one I had the pleasure of building for a very fine guitarist,,,
Hey Scott, thanks for the uplifting words man,,

Pickalittle · February 19th, 2008, 07:27 PM

"I'm not just another pretty guitar builder"

Shannon, you knocked me off my socks with that motto, bro! You are a funny man!

boris bubbanov · February 19th, 2008, 07:34 PM

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Originally Posted by alainlafrance

Alain, ain't this a fantastic detail, the control plate on the back? I love dat.

thekillingjoke · February 19th, 2008, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by alainlafrance

A nice family photo with the Beasts and the Beauties

My God, man. Are those Andy Summers, Jeff Beck, and Merle Haggard Telecasters I see?

I am the Walrus · February 19th, 2008, 07:41 PM

I think the prettiest Teles are just the plain, bog standard blonde, sunburst, and black ones. If you get too carried away with the bling, it ruins the clean look that makes the Tele so aesthetically pleasing in the first place. I will say I like the look of a nice double-bound '62 Custom, though.

Trimmed&Burnin · February 19th, 2008, 07:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Pickalittle

"I'm not just another pretty guitar builder"

Shannon, you knocked me off my socks with that motto, bro! You are a funny man!

In my heart I know I'm funny,,

Thanks man,,,

alainlafrance · February 20th, 2008, 03:37 AM

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Originally Posted by thekillingjoke

My God, man. Are those Andy Summers, Jeff Beck, and Merle Haggard Telecasters I see?

Yes indeed,... followed by the marquetry Tele, the Muddy Waters Tribute Tele, the 40th Anniversary Tele and the Fender-Germany Thinline Tele.
I do have others ("plain")that play incredibly well

Dayo · February 20th, 2008, 08:30 AM

can a Tele be 'too pretty'... no

Buckocaster51 · February 20th, 2008, 08:39 AM

To pretty? No!

Too blingy?

Maybe.

My precious things!

Trimmed&Burnin · February 20th, 2008, 09:00 AM

PlentyObling there Bucko!! Really nice work,,

telechaser · February 25th, 2008, 01:22 PM

I saw this 2 Guy Sebastian Videos for comparison.

I like pretty Teles but the Tele on this vid didn't seem to fit

http://dance.ten.com.au/video.htm?vx...CEgetVideoLink

This one is the same tune. The Tele here just looks right to me and sounded better IMO. I love it when you can hear each instrument in the mix.

P.S. Guy Sebastian is one amazing singer. I'm glad he did 'The Memphis Album'.

jwells393 · February 25th, 2008, 02:18 PM

Steve ............ you are indeed the Blingmeister.

ThreePlyGuy · February 25th, 2008, 03:13 PM

Here's three of mine I had up for awhile last week. Don't know about too pretty but I enjoy them.
Bucko, Bling times five! I'm lovin it.

February 18th, 2008, 10:45 PM	#85 (permalink)
Pickalittle Tele-Meister Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: USA Age: 56 Posts: 237	Passion for Pretty Shannon: I think it is appropriate that you got the last post, as no one builds a more "pretty" Tele than you ("beautiful" might be a more appropriate word). I appreciate the passion with which you guys posted on this thread. Frankly, after considering all opinions, I don't think a Tele can be "too pretty." Twl things I think we've established, though. 1.) Pretty is subjective. 2.) Whether you consider your Tele pretty or not--play it for all it's worth and don't hide it in a closet!!! __________________ Don't die with the music still in you! Psalm 150

February 19th, 2008, 12:49 AM	#86 (permalink)
casterway Friend of Leo's Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Aldergrove, British Columbia,Canada Age: 40 Posts: 2,517	You be the judge. This acoustic was handbuilt by Wayne Henderson, the Greatest Unknown Guitar Builder in America. Wayne is the chap in the ball cap. Subtle plug. Wayne's story is told in 'Clapton's Guitar' by Allen St. John. Highly recommended reading for builders and players alike. __________________ There's nothing wrong with a proper repair... "I don't scratch no guitars." John Lee Hooker, when asked to carve his signature into an old acoustic.

February 19th, 2008, 06:53 PM	#91 (permalink)
PraiseCaster Friend of Leo's Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Whittier, California Posts: 4,145 16 Photos	Q: Can a Tele be too pretty? A: No. __________________ Later! PraiseCaster Visit Guitarists Praise and Worship Forum!! Dance Like David, MySpace

February 19th, 2008, 07:27 PM	#93 (permalink)
Pickalittle Tele-Meister Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: USA Age: 56 Posts: 237	I'm not just another pretty guitar builder---LOL! "I'm not just another pretty guitar builder" Shannon, you knocked me off my socks with that motto, bro! You are a funny man! __________________ Don't die with the music still in you! Psalm 150

February 20th, 2008, 08:30 AM	#99 (permalink)
Dayo Tele-Meister Join Date: May 2003 Location: Dublin, Ireland Age: 49 Posts: 164 12 Photos	can a Tele be 'too pretty'... no __________________ James Burton Black Gold Paisley, Aerodyne,CIJ Pink Paisley, CIJ '62 Custom RI, CIJ HM Contemporary, Squire Tele Custom, Squire Affinty, Godin Artisan TC, Melancon P90 Artist, Hohner TE Custom, SX Tele

February 15th, 2008, 04:46 AM	#81 (permalink)
hugo Tele-Holic Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Sarnia,Ontario Age: 48 Posts: 812	Trimmed and Burnin' that is one amazing guitar that I would be proud to have on my arm. That's another thing. I can see it know...look at that guy with the "too pretty" woman on his arm. Ya...that'll happen. Nobody would ever say that about your guitar man. The wood is to die for. That's amazing. How can anyone really say that, I mean it's a part of the earth, it's tree. How can anyone call a tree too pretty. It's so amazing to me, wood. I love it and Burnin I want it. I love the back of that guitar. Look at the swirls in that wood! Wow! I'm very jealous of you right now. Thanks alot. Where and when did you get it? ? Did you have it made?

February 16th, 2008, 02:43 AM	#83 (permalink)
voided3 Tele-Holic Join Date: May 2005 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 596	That's a nice looking Tele I think. It still is simple, but less understated. My only concern though is that a relic'd or well played version of that guitar may be less attractive than the good 'ol blackguards or your average Tele once the gold plating wears off and the quilted maple turns gray around the edges (then again, '58 Les Pauls look pretty cool...).

February 19th, 2008, 01:57 PM	#87 (permalink)
alainlafrance TDPRI Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Paris FRANCE Age: 63 Posts: 31	Please, tell me she's ugly... NAMM 2003, one of a kind, Masterbuilt by Todd Krause, woodwork by Hudson Bay Marquetry

February 19th, 2008, 02:09 PM	#88 (permalink)
alainlafrance TDPRI Member Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Paris FRANCE Age: 63 Posts: 31	A nice family photo with the Beasts and the Beauties

February 19th, 2008, 06:36 PM	#89 (permalink)
Bangbang Tele-Meister Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Walled Lake Michigan Age: 56 Posts: 295	Nothing ugly about those. I just bought this. http://www.musiciansfriend.com/docum...512574&index=0 http://www.musiciansfriend.com/docum...512574&index=2

February 19th, 2008, 07:41 PM	#96 (permalink)
I am the Walrus TDPRI Member Join Date: Sep 2005 Posts: 15	I think the prettiest Teles are just the plain, bog standard blonde, sunburst, and black ones. If you get too carried away with the bling, it ruins the clean look that makes the Tele so aesthetically pleasing in the first place. I will say I like the look of a nice double-bound '62 Custom, though.

February 20th, 2008, 08:39 AM	#100 (permalink)
Buckocaster51 Friend of Leo's Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Iowa USA Age: 56 Posts: 4,844 1 Photos	To pretty? No! Too blingy? Maybe. My precious things! __________________ "If you can't say something nice... don't say nothing at all." - Thumper the Rabbit "An awfully lot of time can be wasted waiting for the right time." - Gunsmoke's Doc Adams

February 20th, 2008, 09:00 AM	#101 (permalink)
Trimmed&Burnin Tele-Holic Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bellingham Wa Age: 53 Posts: 807	PlentyObling there Bucko!! Really nice work,, __________________ Keep your lamp Trimmed And Burnin Shannon,

February 25th, 2008, 01:22 PM	#102 (permalink)
telechaser Tele-Holic Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Australia Posts: 532 10 Photos	I was gonna say 'No' but then again I saw this 2 Guy Sebastian Videos for comparison. I like pretty Teles but the Tele on this vid didn't seem to fit http://dance.ten.com.au/video.htm?vx...CEgetVideoLink This one is the same tune. The Tele here just looks right to me and sounded better IMO. I love it when you can hear each instrument in the mix. P.S. Guy Sebastian is one amazing singer. I'm glad he did 'The Memphis Album'. __________________ Slowing down . . . to get faster

February 25th, 2008, 02:18 PM	#103 (permalink)
jwells393 Doctor of Teleocity Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Albuquerque, USA Age: 64 Posts: 11,501 101 Photos	Steve ............ you are indeed the *Blingmeister. __________________ Jack's Disclaimer:* When I say something.... always ask yourself ..... "What the hell does he know?" _ Guys - learn to disable the flash on your digital cameras.

February 25th, 2008, 03:13 PM	#104 (permalink)
ThreePlyGuy Tele-Meister Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Southern California/Arizona Age: 60 Posts: 323	Here's three of mine I had up for awhile last week. Don't know about too pretty but I enjoy them. Bucko, Bling times five! I'm lovin it. __________________ Good luck with your projects!