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Telecaster Guitar Forum

  1. 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: Hej from Örebro Sweden Tenderfoot, Aug 1, 2021 at 11:18 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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      Latest: Vote on which Tele I should keep. sergington, Aug 2, 2021 at 6:44 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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      Latest: Vintage msalama, Aug 2, 2021 at 3:57 AM

    4. Fender Custom Shop Tele Forum

      Forum for Fender Custom Shop Teles owners and anyone else that loves a CS Tele.
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      1,067
      Posts:
      20,138
      Latest: NGD 1995 Thinline with Joe Barden pickups T-Bone, Aug 2, 2021 at 12:01 AM

    5. Squier Tele Forum

      Fender's Squier brand makes tons of interesting Telecasters. Talk about them all here.
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      Posts:
      54,495
      Latest: NGD: 2010 CV 50s msalama, Aug 2, 2021 at 3:45 AM

    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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      Latest: Boutique Builders joebloggs13, Aug 2, 2021 at 5:50 AM

    7. Tele-Technical

      Telecaster nuts and bolts talk ONLY
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      Latest: why locking tuners on a tele? Nick Fanis, Aug 2, 2021 at 5:15 AM

    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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      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: Squier Contemporary HH Telecaster Electric Guitar, Maple FB, Dark Metallic Red TDPRI AutoPost, Feb 5, 2021

  2. 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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      Latest: Just wasted 4 wonderful hrs watching Spinal Tap stuff... lowatter, Aug 2, 2021 at 6:54 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: Meatloaf - 10 of the Best... richiek65, Aug 2, 2021 at 6:42 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: Funny Band Names brookdalebill, Aug 2, 2021 at 6:41 AM

  3. Amplifier Discussion Forums

    1. Amp Central Station

      Amps, tubes, speakers & everything AMP related.
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      Posts:
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      Latest: Scotty Moore's 1955 Echosonic amp Flaneur, Aug 2, 2021 at 6:55 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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      Latest: When I Win The Lottery… brookdalebill, Aug 2, 2021 at 4:32 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:
      27,757
      Latest: Fender Tone Master Super Vs. Tone Master Twin Blonde : A Comparison Hpilotman, Aug 1, 2021 at 4:51 PM

    4. Amp Tech Center

      A more focused discussion of Amplifier Mods, Tubes, Speakers, Cabs and such.
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      Latest: Vintage Gibson ga-77 amp Ronno25, Aug 2, 2021 at 4:43 AM

  4. 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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      Latest: Better-Than-Black-Friday: 8 Hour Private Flash Sale italiastraps, Jul 9, 2021

  5. 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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      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: Help with Wiring Diagram - Tone Bleed + LP Style toggle Deadman1, Aug 2, 2021 at 6:20 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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      Latest: Not a Tele but looking at finishing options novakane, Aug 2, 2021 at 3:57 AM

    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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      Latest: Something For All You Old Tool Heads Peegoo, Aug 2, 2021 at 1:12 AM

    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:
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      Latest: New 5e8a build mgrossm, Aug 1, 2021 at 10:38 PM

    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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      Latest: Phase 45 clone zippofan, Jul 31, 2021 at 1:32 PM

  6. 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: FARG - it's the First Act (is a) Real Guitar Club! Rickstar22, Aug 1, 2021 at 6:53 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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      60,107
      Latest: Legend Guitar Amplifiers toneseekerb, Aug 1, 2021 at 3:57 PM

    3. Pedal/Effects Owners Clubs

      Here you'll find owners club threads for many different effects, pedals and stompboxes.
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      Latest: The Boss Pedal Owners Club Twang Deluxe, Aug 2, 2021 at 6:03 AM

  7. 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: Louisiana club Mission6_OG, May 29, 2021

    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, Aug 2, 2021 at 12:43 AM

  8. Other Discussion Forums

    1. Stratocaster Discussion Forum

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

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      Latest: If you only owned one single Strat... Ringo, Aug 1, 2021 at 6:08 PM

    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:
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      Latest: Charvel Surfcaster Acoustic- NGD RobRiggs, Aug 2, 2021 at 12:58 AM

    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:
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      Latest: Backing Track Challenge - 312 Smooth Dorian Chill udoering, Aug 2, 2021 at 12:59 AM

    4. Just Pickups

      Forum for discussing guitar pickups.
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      Latest: P90 options advice ricardo1912, Aug 2, 2021 at 6:55 AM

    5. The Stomp Box

      Effects pedals and their effect on your playing.
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      Latest: New Blues Driver SMT Dobbin, Aug 2, 2021 at 6:58 AM

    6. The BASS Place

      Talk about Bass guitars and the low end of the scale.
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      Latest: Tuners too small for bushings fidopunk, Aug 2, 2021 at 6:19 AM

    7. Acoustic Heaven

      Unplugged forum for acoustic players.
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      Posts:
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      Latest: NGD brookdalebill, Aug 2, 2021 at 12:01 AM

    8. B-Bender Forum

      Bend your mind around the TDPRI's B-Bender Forum.
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      Posts:
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      Latest: The B-Bender/Nocaster debacle. T Prior, Aug 2, 2021 at 5:47 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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      Posts:
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      Latest: Ok, so whats your next gig and gear... brookdalebill, Aug 1, 2021 at 7:26 PM

    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: Minor Scales to play Jazz Rock ...? Marcus Nalgaber, Aug 2, 2021 at 6:41 AM

    11. Recording In Progress

      Studio and Home Studio recording forum for discussion of tips, techniques, gear and setup.
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      Latest: Not today, Mr. Crusher... loudboy, Aug 1, 2021 at 8:56 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:
      3,136
      Latest: Old Friend (I'll Have To Run) : Writers Block Lyric popthree, Jul 27, 2021 at 10:02 AM

    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:
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      Latest: "The Soundman" studio, Aug 2, 2021 at 3:47 AM

  9. Classifieds

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

    1. Guitar Classifieds

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      Guitar Classifieds

      Sub-Forums

      1. Guitars (Complete)

      2. Guitar Bodies

      3. Guitar Necks

      4. Guitar Pickups

      5. Misc Guitar Parts

      Latest: FS: Fender Troublemaker Telecaster Limited Edition 2018 colinm, Aug 1, 2021 at 12:35 PM

    2. Amp Classifieds

      Threads:
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      Sub-Forums: 4

      Amp Classifieds

      Sub-Forums

      1. Amplifiers (complete)

      2. Amp Speakers

      3. Amp Tubes

      4. Misc Amp Parts

      Latest: Fender Princeton Non Reverb harpdevice, Jul 26, 2021

    3. Accessories Classifieds

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      Accessories Classifieds

      Sub-Forums

      1. Guitar/Amp Accessories

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    4. Effects Classifieds

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      Posts:
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      Sub-Forums: 1

      Effects Classifieds

      Sub-Forums

      1. Effects & Stompboxes

      Latest: Mr. Black Deluxe Plus Cfidave, Jul 31, 2021 at 11:58 AM

    5. Published Materials

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      Posts:
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      Published Materials

      Sub-Forums

      1. Music/Lessons/Books & Videos

      Latest: The Blackguard Book by Nacho Banos, #2237 tuuur, Jul 27, 2021 at 1:52 PM

    6. Recording Gear Classifieds

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      Recording Gear Classifieds

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  10. 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: The Royal Aces at the Vail Valley Brew Fest! August 21 fenderfan, Jul 30, 2021 at 1:23 PM

    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: 05/22: Captain Twang online Show eddiewagner, May 8, 2021

  11. 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

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      1. Mobile App Support

      Latest: Why am I suddenly seeing ads on TDPRI? rstaaf, Jul 31, 2021 at 6:47 PM

    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: Banned from the gear page? Buckocaster51, Mar 23, 2021

  12. 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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      Latest: posting pics tele87, Jul 28, 2021 at 10:40 AM