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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: Are bassplayers allowed? Greetings from iceland! Stanford Guitar, Oct 21, 2021 at 1:57 AM

    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: NGD: AO 50s Tele Teletubbie, Oct 21, 2021 at 5:25 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: MY 73 Have A Happy aging_rocker, Oct 20, 2021 at 11:57 PM

    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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      Latest: Care of Relic Necks? Texicaster, Oct 20, 2021 at 10:25 PM

    5. Squier Tele Forum

      Fender's Squier brand makes tons of interesting Telecasters. Talk about them all here.
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      Latest: stripping a red sparkle bullet tele LarryJunior, Oct 20, 2021 at 6:59 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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      Latest: Does it have to have a big name on the headstock to be a great guitar? Greggorios, Oct 20, 2021 at 6:51 PM

    7. Tele-Technical

      Telecaster nuts and bolts talk ONLY
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      Latest: .022 or .047 cap? AJBaker, Oct 21, 2021 at 4:36 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: How do you sleep ? 985plowboy, Oct 21, 2021 at 5:44 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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      Latest: Your favorite band at their WORST. mindlobster, Oct 21, 2021 at 2:55 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 Kirchensfan, Oct 21, 2021 at 5:22 AM

  3. Amplifier Discussion Forums

    1. Amp Central Station

      Amps, tubes, speakers & everything AMP related.
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      Latest: Thinking about a complement of amps. loudboy, Oct 21, 2021 at 2:27 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: 6V6s - why are they unpopular in modern amp designs? Les Paul lover, Oct 20, 2021 at 4:37 PM

    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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      Latest: What is a decent affordable PA for vocals? chris m., Oct 21, 2021 at 12:23 AM

    4. Amp Tech Center

      A more focused discussion of Amplifier Mods, Tubes, Speakers, Cabs and such.
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      Latest: Can someone give me a quick rundown on the "death cap?" Jon Snell, Oct 21, 2021 at 2:25 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: 12-Hour October Private Flash Sale: Blowout Deals on 1,2, & 3 or More Straps italiastraps, Oct 17, 2021 at 2:03 PM

  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: Wide range humbucker compared to PAF? Nick Fanis, Oct 21, 2021 at 5:14 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: Sanding/Finishing Poplar RichieB12834, Oct 21, 2021 at 5:10 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: Brown & Sharpe no 530 short bevel straightedge archetype, Oct 20, 2021 at 3:18 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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      Latest: Newby on this forum - some advice please Ed Storer, Oct 21, 2021 at 12:20 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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      Latest: THE TRIPPLE BA6TARD with schematic daniel-tube, Oct 20, 2021 at 4:00 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: Fender Bullet Owners Club jays0n, Oct 20, 2021 at 9:13 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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      Posts:
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      Latest: Vox MV50 Owners MrFloppyFingers, Oct 20, 2021 at 5:54 AM

    3. Pedal/Effects Owners Clubs

      Here you'll find owners club threads for many different effects, pedals and stompboxes.
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      Latest: NPD Boss Hyper Fuzz FZ-2 johnny k, Oct 21, 2021 at 3:58 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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      Latest: Anyone near Troy, NY? Blister, Oct 11, 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 kbold, Oct 21, 2021 at 2:44 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: Mike Rutherford and the Bullet TG, Oct 21, 2021 at 4:27 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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      Latest: Ideas for a bass cut control? EsquireOK, Oct 21, 2021 at 12:15 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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      Latest: Midweek Backing Track(s) - Your Choice 10.20.21 Alan L Cole, Oct 20, 2021 at 10:28 PM

    4. Just Pickups

      Forum for discussing guitar pickups.
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      Latest: Fender hot 60's pickups Cloodie, Oct 21, 2021 at 5:30 AM

    5. The Stomp Box

      Effects pedals and their effect on your playing.
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      Latest: New pedal, epiphany on lots of stuff all in one day..... my discussion Cyberi4n, Oct 21, 2021 at 5:15 AM

    6. The BASS Place

      Talk about Bass guitars and the low end of the scale.
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      Latest: Bass Saddles can't go lower Dave W, Oct 20, 2021 at 11:19 PM

    7. Acoustic Heaven

      Unplugged forum for acoustic players.
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      Latest: NGD Martin D18 Ron C, Oct 20, 2021 at 3:22 PM

    8. B-Bender Forum

      Bend your mind around the TDPRI's B-Bender Forum.
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      Posts:
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      Latest: Moved the B to the G on the Brent Mason guitar T Prior, Oct 20, 2021 at 12:30 PM

    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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      Latest: Talk About Your Last Gig Here dannyh, Oct 21, 2021 at 12:27 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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      Latest: Perfect or relative pitch? lammie200, Oct 20, 2021 at 9:53 PM

    11. Recording In Progress

      Studio and Home Studio recording forum for discussion of tips, techniques, gear and setup.
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      Latest: A fun song about death on my birthday. Sparky2, Oct 21, 2021 at 5:44 AM

    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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      Latest: Protest Song - Post lyric here? PhatFinger, Oct 18, 2021 at 2:28 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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      Latest: Please critique a poorly played acoustic guitar tone GoldieLocks, Oct 20, 2021 at 10:35 PM

  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: TWANG KING NECK PUP John_B, Oct 19, 2021 at 10:00 PM

    2. Amp Classifieds

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      Amp Classifieds

      Sub-Forums

      1. Amplifiers (complete)

      2. Amp Speakers

      3. Amp Tubes

      4. Misc Amp Parts

      Latest: 12AX7 Tubes Paulie Walnuts, Oct 15, 2021 at 7:01 PM

    3. Accessories Classifieds

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      Accessories Classifieds

      Sub-Forums

      1. Guitar/Amp Accessories

      Latest: Los Angeles home w/recording studio for sale Fenderslinger, Oct 15, 2021 at 5:38 PM

    4. Effects Classifieds

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      Effects Classifieds

      Sub-Forums

      1. Effects & Stompboxes

      Latest: Boss CS3 MIJ jrh60, Oct 18, 2021 at 5:12 AM

    5. Published Materials

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      Published Materials

      Sub-Forums

      1. Music/Lessons/Books & Videos

      Latest: Custom Guitar Building: A new Approach for a New Era Telenator, Oct 11, 2021

    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: 3rd Wednesday. Every month… Telekarster, Oct 20, 2021 at 11:02 AM

    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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      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: Did the background color just change?! ClashCityTele, Oct 17, 2021 at 6:08 AM

    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: Test 1 unixfish, Oct 12, 2021