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Telecaster Guitar Forum

  1. Fundraiser Giveaway Central

    1. Winners Circle

      Where Giveaway Winners prove to their wives (significant others etc) that they really did win an expensive prize and are not making up a story.
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      Latest: Drawing: Fender American Professional II Telecaster..And the Winner is... Festofish, Nov 30, 2020 at 7:22 PM

  2. Main Telecaster Forum

    1. Welcome Wagon

      New to the TDPRI? Start here and post your introduction. Get your feet wet. Tell us about yourself and your guitars and gear.
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      Latest: Please allow me to introduce myself.... carpenter, Nov 29, 2020 at 8:44 PM

    2. Telecaster Discussion Forum

      The world's largest Fender Telecaster Discussion Forum. Please keep discussion limited to Telecaster topics here.
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      Posts:
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      Latest: New to Telecaster -- How low is your action on a 7.25 radius jrblue, Dec 1, 2020 at 1:22 AM

    3. Vintage Tele Discussion Forum (pre-1974)

      If you've got a 1973 or earlier Telecaster this forum is for you to discuss your vintage Telecaster.
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      Posts:
      34,364
      Latest: 1960 Slab Telecaster, NEW VIDEO! West44th, Nov 30, 2020 at 9:55 PM

    4. Fender Custom Shop Tele Forum

      Forum for Fender Custom Shop Teles owners and anyone else that loves a CS Tele.
      Threads:
      956
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      17,497
      Latest: Finally got one! 68Telebass, Dec 1, 2020 at 1:21 AM

    5. Squier Tele Forum

      Fender's Squier brand makes tons of interesting Telecasters. Talk about them all here.
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      Posts:
      48,621
      Latest: $129 Squire Bullet Tele LPB knavel, Nov 30, 2020 at 11:17 PM

    6. Other T-Types and Partscasters

      Non-Fender T-Type guitars from makers big and small, including the one you built.
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      6,060
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      86,351
      Latest: In Praise of my Ron Kirn Custom! Alcohen, Nov 30, 2020 at 11:22 PM

    7. Tele-Technical

      Telecaster nuts and bolts talk ONLY
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      Posts:
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      Latest: Brent Mason switch configuration Jbourke33, Nov 30, 2020 at 11:55 PM

    8. Teles on Ebay

      Auto generated list of Teles (and or parts) for sale on Ebay updated every 30 mins (priced between $295 and $4,500). NOTE: YOU CANNOT POST HERE.
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      Sub-Forums: 5

      Teles on Ebay

      Sub-Forums

      1. Teles on Ebay UK

      2. Teles on Ebay Canada

      3. Teles on Ebay AU

      4. Teles on Ebay DE

      5. Teles on Ebay NL

      Latest: Fender Telecaster TL62B-BIGS Red Electric Guitar Crafted in Japan S/N Q053900 TDPRI AutoPost, Sep 16, 2020

  3. General Discussion Forum

    1. Bad Dog Cafe

      Hershey's Bad Dog Cafe is our Off Topic forum -- see our rules for off-limit topics - NO POLITICS and NO FIGHTING.
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      Posts:
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      Latest: A bit more activity with TGP down. 68Telebass, Dec 1, 2020 at 1:23 AM

    2. Music to Your Ears

      General discussion of Music, albums, live performances, favorite tunes/performances and other music (non-theory) related discussion - including YouTube postings. (Not your music - see our Twanger Central forum for that)
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      Posts:
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      Latest: Under appreciated guitarists brookdalebill, Dec 1, 2020 at 1:16 AM

    3. Today on the TDPRI

      Click here to see ALL posts made today in ALL forums

    4. Epic Threads

      We have a few "epic" threads containing thousands of posts. Known as Green Light threads because of the Green "Amp Jewel Light" indicating threads with more than 500 posts.
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      Latest: One Word Song Title Transference Game brookdalebill, Dec 1, 2020 at 1:23 AM

  4. Amplifier Discussion Forums

    1. Amp Central Station

      Amps, tubes, speakers & everything AMP related.
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      Latest: is this possible? crazy? or been done before? jrblue, Dec 1, 2020 at 1:17 AM

    2. Glowing Bottle Tube Amp Forum

      A special place for special amps - the forum for tube amp lovers and you.
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      Posts:
      79,207
      Latest: Vibrolux Reverb AA964 vs. Deluxe Reverb AB763: what are the differences? 39martind18, Dec 1, 2020 at 1:10 AM

    3. Modeling Amps, Plugins and Apps

      It's a digital world and we're just guitar players in it. Visit. Learn. Discuss.
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      Posts:
      25,401
      Latest: What Have You Learnt From Modelers? 3-Chord-Genius, Dec 1, 2020 at 12:09 AM

    4. Amp Tech Center

      A more focused discussion of Amplifier Mods, Tubes, Speakers, Cabs and such.
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      Posts:
      73,041
      Latest: Old Oahu amp issue . wont power on ThermionicScott, Nov 30, 2020 at 11:49 PM

  5. Vendor Forums

    1. Vendor Forum

      Special Forum for Vendors to discuss and post about their products and services. Only registered Vendors can start threads here, but everyone can post in these threads.
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      Posts:
      4,205
      Latest: The GuitarStorage Holiday Sale is On Guitar Storage, Nov 30, 2020 at 7:07 PM

  6. The DIY Channel

    1. Tele Home Depot

      Building a T-Style guitar? From scratch or from parts. This is the forum for you.
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      Sub-Forums: 8

      Tele Home Depot

      Sub-Forums

      1. TDPRI Build Challenge Archives

        1. 2014 TDPRI Tele Build Challenge

        2. 2015 TDPRI GSM Build Challenge

        3. 2013 TDPRI Tele Build Challenge

        4. 2012 TDPRI Tele Build Challenge

        5. 2011 TDPRI Tele Build Challenge

        6. 2010 TDPRI Tele Build Challenge

        7. 2009 TDPRI Tele Build Challenge

      Latest: Marty's Wood Shed News RickyRicardo, Dec 1, 2020 at 12:37 AM

    2. Finely Finished

      Discussion of painting, finishing and yes, even relicing your guitar. Remember relicing is a finish option not an affront to your emotions.
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      Posts:
      100,465
      Latest: Gold pink Paisley Build PeterUK, Nov 30, 2020 at 3:47 PM

    3. The DIY Tool Shed

      Discussion of the tools, jigs and rigs you use in your build projects. Show off your work bench or work room, too.
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      1,826
      Posts:
      32,418
      Latest: Drum Sander problem guitarbuilder, Nov 30, 2020 at 3:55 PM

    4. Shock Brother's DIY Amps

      Building or modding your amp? Then use this forum to discuss the process and show your pride and joy.
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      Posts:
      165,202
      Latest: Any difference between section 1 and 2 of a double triode? NTC, Dec 1, 2020 at 12:56 AM

    5. Burnt Fingers DIY Effects

      Building or modding your own Effects and Stompboxes? Then use this forum to discuss the process and show your pride and joy.
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      3,165
      Posts:
      26,425
      Latest: Diy Fuzz Neener, Nov 30, 2020 at 9:07 PM

  7. Owners Clubs

    1. Guitar Owners Clubs

      Here you'll find owners club threads for many different custom guitars and special models from larger manufacturers, too.
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      Latest: Breedlove club!!! LGOberean, Nov 30, 2020 at 9:34 PM

    2. Amp Owners Clubs

      Here you'll find owners club threads for many different custom amps and special model amps from larger manufacturers, too.
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      549
      Posts:
      58,868
      Latest: Peavey Pickers Social Club! Tone Eee, Dec 1, 2020 at 1:12 AM

    3. Pedal/Effects Owners Clubs

      Here you'll find owners club threads for many different effects, pedals and stompboxes.
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      Posts:
      12,020
      Latest: Help with pedals not working kbold, Nov 30, 2020 at 7:24 PM

  8. Member Clubs

    1. US Member Clubs

      Start a "Club" thread for your state here. Find other TDPers in your area for gigs and jamming, too.
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      Posts:
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      Latest: "The Georgia Club" LoneScout, Oct 26, 2020

    2. International Member Clubs

      Start a "Club" thread for your country here. Find other TDPers in your area for gigs and jamming, too.
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      Latest: Australian Members Club trev333, Nov 28, 2020 at 7:30 PM

  9. Other Discussion Forums

    1. Stratocaster Discussion Forum

      Fender's "other" great guitar the Stratocaster.
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      Stratocaster Discussion Forum

      Sub-Forums
      Latest: Pickguard for Artic White Strat DADGAD, Dec 1, 2020 at 12:53 AM

    2. Other Guitars, other instruments

      Use this forum to discuss all guitars and other instruments that are not Teles or Strats -- Fender, Gibson, PRS, you name it. If it's a Tele or a Strat see the appropriate Tele and Strat Forums here.
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      Posts:
      290,566
      Latest: New Epiphones in the 'Inspired by Gibson' electric and acoustic series mjw63, Nov 30, 2020 at 10:20 PM

    3. Twanger Central

      This Forum is for posting links to music that you have performed and recorded. No other posting please! No posting other people's music.
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      Posts:
      83,640
      Latest: Backing Track Challenge - 276 Rock Ballad udoering, Dec 1, 2020 at 12:27 AM

    4. Just Pickups

      Forum for discussing guitar pickups.
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      Posts:
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      Latest: What style of music and type of pickups do you play? EsquireOK, Nov 30, 2020 at 9:46 PM

    5. The Stomp Box

      Effects pedals and their effect on your playing.
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      Posts:
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      Latest: Looking for a battery-powered multi-effects littlebadboy, Dec 1, 2020 at 12:54 AM

    6. The BASS Place

      Talk about Bass guitars and the low end of the scale.
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      Posts:
      55,602
      Latest: How many basses do you actually own and are they the same? thunderbyrd, Nov 30, 2020 at 10:14 PM

    7. Acoustic Heaven

      Unplugged forum for acoustic players.
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      Posts:
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      Latest: NGD anyone ever heard of Teton LPTyler, Dec 1, 2020 at 1:12 AM

    8. B-Bender Forum

      Bend your mind around the TDPRI's B-Bender Forum.
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      Posts:
      24,468
      Latest: Stringpull Shop, Velvet Hammer PUPs and Parson/White Questions hardhead, Nov 30, 2020 at 12:47 AM

    9. Band Wagon

      Band discussion such as starting a band, playing in a band, and the like. However keep this limited to your band. Don't post about the Rolling Stones -- unless you are in the Rolling Stones.
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      2,303
      Posts:
      63,491
      Latest: First (and last) gig of 2020! Les H, Dec 1, 2020 at 12:59 AM

    10. Tab, Tips, Theory and Technique

      Formerly "Suger Free Tab & Music 101." Look for and post TAB, talk about playing technique or music theory. Nuts and bolts of playing music... not gear.
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      Posts:
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      Latest: Who are your favorite enormously technically accomplished players? jrblue, Dec 1, 2020 at 12:49 AM

    11. Recording In Progress

      Studio and Home Studio recording forum for discussion of tips, techniques, gear and setup.
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      Posts:
      59,152
      Latest: As promised our first two songs..... bendercaster, Nov 30, 2020 at 8:00 PM

    12. The Writers' Block

      Discussions about writing music, theory, styles, tab vs. staff approaches, how to, when to, where to publish, and everything in-between.
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      Posts:
      2,659
      Latest: A little help? (Suggest some lyrics for a new tune!) kbold, Nov 30, 2020 at 11:27 PM

    13. Worship Service Players

      Religious service players discussion forum. Open to all religions. [b]No religious theology discussion, just guitar & playing performance discussion.[/b]
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      Posts:
      44,332
      Latest: Worship band guitar fashion(?) and the Michael Guy Chislett signature guitar CapnCrunch, Nov 30, 2020 at 8:10 PM

  10. Classifieds

    Buy, Sell, Trade and hunt for wanted gear in the TDPRI Classifieds.

    1. Guitar Classifieds

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      Posts:
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      Sub-Forums: 5

      Guitar Classifieds

      Sub-Forums

      1. Guitars (Complete)

      2. Guitar Bodies

      3. Guitar Necks

      4. Guitar Pickups

      5. Misc Guitar Parts

      Latest: Bootstrap Screwdriver Double Shot P90 set and pickguard don, Nov 30, 2020 at 3:59 PM

    2. Amp Classifieds

      Threads:
      761
      Posts:
      764
      Sub-Forums: 4

      Amp Classifieds

      Sub-Forums

      1. Amplifiers (complete)

      2. Amp Speakers

      3. Amp Tubes

      4. Misc Amp Parts

      Latest: 2020 Allen Brown Sugar 1x15 Luthier Vandros, Nov 29, 2020 at 10:00 PM

    3. Accessories Classifieds

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      Posts:
      82
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Accessories Classifieds

      Sub-Forums

      1. Guitar/Amp Accessories

      Latest: Weber VZC100 impedance transformer TeleTubby, Nov 12, 2020

    4. Effects Classifieds

      Threads:
      659
      Posts:
      683
      Sub-Forums: 1

      Effects Classifieds

      Sub-Forums

      1. Effects & Stompboxes

      Latest: Feeler: Tech 21 Sansamp GT2 joecool85, Nov 28, 2020 at 5:09 PM

    5. Published Materials

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      Posts:
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      Sub-Forums: 1

      Published Materials

      Sub-Forums

      1. Music/Lessons/Books & Videos

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    6. Recording Gear Classifieds

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      Recording Gear Classifieds

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  11. Gig Alerts!

    1. US Gig Alerts

      Got an upcoming gig in the USA? Post it here for other TDPers to come out to see you and your group.
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      Latest: Made the news! DeLand Original Music Fest GreatDaneRock, Nov 17, 2020

    2. International Gig Alerts

      Got an upcoming gig somewhere other than the US? Post it here for other TDPers to come out to see you and your group.
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      Posts:
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      Latest: Gigs in Canada eh !! rand z, Jul 9, 2020

  12. Administration & Support Issues

    1. Admin Announcements

      Announcements from the TDPRI website administrator.
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      Latest: TDPRI on Tapatalk is being discontinued TheGoodTexan, Jul 23, 2020

    2. Forum Problems & Issues

      Not for general discussion. Post only problems & questions concerning the website for the administrator. NO GEAR POSTS HERE.
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      Forum Problems & Issues

      Sub-Forums

      1. Mobile App Support

      Latest: How to delete my own post? Toto'sDad, Nov 15, 2020

    3. Forum Help Threads

      Check here for basic help issues relating to the operation of the website. NOT for help on guitars and such.
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      Latest: How go you edit a thread title? Blue, Oct 18, 2020

  13. And this...

    1. Testing Please Ignore

      Want to test a feature without getting in the way? Do all testing here. This is moderated however -- stick with the forum rules.
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      Posts:
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      Latest: Test 1 unixfish, Nov 20, 2020