On 1/14/2014 12:00 AM, Tim wrote:
On Monday, January 13, 2014 10:26:27 PM UTC-6, thumper wrote:
On 1/13/2014 4:14 PM, Mr. Luddite wrote:



Another example using guitars as the subject:



The early (1950's era) Fender Telecasters had horrible pickups,

especially the one in the neck position. It had a dull and muddy sound.

But the music of that era was recorded with them and it established

"the sound" of a Fender Tele.



Which one do you pick up more often, the tele or the strat?

(wondering if I 'need' a tele also...)



And what's the scoop on the little 'M' amp? A vintage deluxe-reverb clone?

There's an old saying - "Tele's tell no tales" They are what they are, and it just about seems they're mandatory for playing country. But then again, Kieth Richards was always known for playing a Tele as well as Geo Harrison.

IMO, they seem to stay in tune but they're heavier than a strat, and they do have their quirks and limitations, but they're a 'gotta have' guitar.

YMMV

I dig 'em.


Tim, I disagree somewhat with your comment on the weight of a
Telecaster. It really depends on the wood used for the body. Some
Telecasters are heavy but some are very light, depending on the wood.

My Tele is a pound or two less than the Strat.