Members Artslinger Posted July 16, 2009 Members Share Posted July 16, 2009 Great song!About necks and pickups:I was going to put it together with what I have for now but I'm certain that I will replace the neck. No harm in that, right?I'd like to hear suggestions about necks and pickups. I really can't spend too much right now.The Warmoth necks seem a little pricey. Maybe used Fender or even Squier? (if you have one for sale let me know.)What pickups would be good for a classic Tele sound? I've heard good things around here about BG pickups.Advice and suggestions? BG pups are a great choice, check the lead time as it may take weeks to get your pups, worth the wait though. If you want the Fender Logo look for MIM necks on eBay they go for $80-$150 in mint condition, MIA is going to be three times as much. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members roygbiv Posted July 16, 2009 Members Share Posted July 16, 2009 This is the best thread I've seen here in a while... We've got Wall of Voodoo and Blasters references. And one badass guitar taking shape. Datru: keep this up and you'll be taking orders for commissioned guitars soon... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members roygbiv Posted July 16, 2009 Members Share Posted July 16, 2009 Dang, that's a lot o' scratchin' Yo, no kidding! That's impressive! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members datru Posted July 16, 2009 Author Members Share Posted July 16, 2009 This is the best thread I've seen here in a while...We've got Wall of Voodoo and Blasters references.And one badass guitar taking shape.Datru: keep this up and you'll be taking orders for commissioned guitars soon... That sounds like fun! Thanks again to everyone for all the kind words. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JC777 Posted July 16, 2009 Members Share Posted July 16, 2009 Man that is awesome. How do you start something like that? Template or freehand? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members datru Posted July 16, 2009 Author Members Share Posted July 16, 2009 BG pups are a great choice, check the lead time as it may take weeks to get your pups, worth the wait though. If you want the Fender Logo look for MIM necks on eBay they go for $80-$150 in mint condition, MIA is going to be three times as much. I don't know how I feel about the Fender logo. After all, it's not a Fender. I see a lot of Mighty Mite necks on ebay from sellers who say they've been leveled and dressed. What's the deal on those? They tend to be between 90 and 130 bucks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members datru Posted July 16, 2009 Author Members Share Posted July 16, 2009 Man that is awesome. How do you start something like that? Template or freehand? I sketch my ideas on paper, then work freehand on the piece. Rulers and compass came in handy on this one. It makes it a little off-kilter doing it this way, which I like. I also like the accidents that happen (sometimes) and where they take you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Artslinger Posted July 16, 2009 Members Share Posted July 16, 2009 I don't know how I feel about the Fender logo. After all, it's not a Fender. I see a lot of Mighty Mite necks on ebay from sellers who say they've been leveled and dressed. What's the deal on those? They tend to be between 90 and 130 bucks. Those MM necks level and dressed would be a great choice. Not MIA or Warmoth level but perfectly fine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Loudog99 Posted July 16, 2009 Members Share Posted July 16, 2009 Datru, that is sick work. I did a bit of scratchboard work back in my art student days and I know how time consuming that {censored} is. 3 days of scratching can get quite tedious, you've got some serious patience. This makes me think that I really need to start doing some work- art is an awesome talent and I pretty much waste mine by not doing anything with it. I am currently doing a small mural for my 2nd child's nursery, but copying a frog/ pond scene from a children's bedding set to a wall isn't art- know what I mean. Again, really great work- from the concept all the way to the execution. BTW, I agree- this does not NEED a Fender logo sullying the work and artist. I would love to see you throw your signature logo from the back on the headstock as well. It's your work- claim that {censored} with pride!! Lou Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members d_dave_c Posted July 16, 2009 Members Share Posted July 16, 2009 That is awesome! Great job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members newbuilder Posted July 16, 2009 Members Share Posted July 16, 2009 Okay, I've decided to post what I have. Here it is, the "Border Blaster" - The artwork is sealed, but I still have to apply the poly. Once that's hard, I'll assemble and wire it. For those who don't know, here's what a "border blaster" is: (from Wikipedia) "A border blaster is a licensed commercial radio station that transmits at very high power from one nation to another. Border Blasters should not be confused with international broadcast stations. The term is perhaps most widely used in the United States of America to describe radio stations broadcasting from various Mexican cities near the border. With broadcasting signals far more powerful than U.S. stations, the Mexican Border Blasters could be heard over large areas of the U.S. from the 1940s to the '70s, often to the great irritation of American radio stations, whose signals could be overpowered by their Mexican counterparts." {censored}ing wow! That is the coolest tele body I have seen. Me personally, I would go buy a nice birdseye wormoth tele neck for that. It deserves a really nice neck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Quarter Posted July 16, 2009 Members Share Posted July 16, 2009 Very cool art, love it! ... What pickups would be good for a classic Tele sound? I've heard good things around here about BG pickups. ... BG's are always a great choice, top shelf pro level gear at a realistic price Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members datru Posted July 22, 2009 Author Members Share Posted July 22, 2009 Got it together today and wired it up! I'm very happy with how it turned out, especially given that it's my first build. The pickups were 20 dollars and sound exactly like pickups that cost...20 dollars. I'm ordering a set of BG pickups today. The neck is going to get replaced as well, with a Mighty Mite maple Tele neck. I really don't like the color of this one (much too orange) and I think a satin finish is the way to go. This neck has a couple of buzzy places, but I doubt I'll do much about that since I'm replacing it. Also, the traditional Tele headstock will be an improvement. Overall, it worked out. The intonation is good and all the electrons seem to go where they should. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jnapruitt Posted July 22, 2009 Members Share Posted July 22, 2009 Sweetness! Good call on the MM neck. I have been very satisfied with mine. I would go with a rosewood board to keep the dark motif going, but that's just my preference. Enjoy! It looks amazing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members datru Posted July 22, 2009 Author Members Share Posted July 22, 2009 Sweetness! Good call on the MM neck. I have been very satisfied with mine. I would go with a rosewood board to keep the dark motif going, but that's just my preference. Enjoy! It looks amazing! You're not the first person to suggest rosewood. I mocked it up in photoshop and the result wasn't as nice as the maple. The rosewood sort of clashed with the art more. Plus, I like teles with maple. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members jnapruitt Posted July 22, 2009 Members Share Posted July 22, 2009 I understand. Like I said, just a preference issue. Amazing project! Now, rock it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members GuitarNoobie Posted July 23, 2009 Members Share Posted July 23, 2009 woohoo !!! i don't care for tele's and that {censored} is kickass !!!! great job !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members newbuilder Posted July 23, 2009 Members Share Posted July 23, 2009 Iagree on the maple board, it is too orange, that new neck will set it off, and new pups, awsome first build, keep it up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members zerostreet Posted July 23, 2009 Members Share Posted July 23, 2009 Looks great! I have a MM neck on a Saga Tele kit I built a few years ago. Bought it through StewMac (you could probably get it cheaper I think) and am very happy with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members milosch Posted July 23, 2009 Members Share Posted July 23, 2009 That looks awesome. Congrats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members lowbrow Posted July 23, 2009 Members Share Posted July 23, 2009 That is...well...a work of art! Seriously, awesome. Beautiful work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JC777 Posted July 23, 2009 Members Share Posted July 23, 2009 . That is an amazing Tele. I think you did an excellent job all the way around. I agree that a new neck will really set it off. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Loudog99 Posted July 23, 2009 Members Share Posted July 23, 2009 Awesome guitar!!! I agree, maple all the way. Hey Datru- do you wanna sell that tele neck for a bit of a discount? If so let me know how much once you get the new neck. Lou Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members datru Posted July 23, 2009 Author Members Share Posted July 23, 2009 Awesome guitar!!! I agree, maple all the way. Hey Datru- do you wanna sell that tele neck for a bit of a discount? If so let me know how much once you get the new neck.Lou Maybe, I'll let you know. I should have the new neck within a week. Once again, thanks to all for the nice comments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members DaveAronow Posted July 23, 2009 Members Share Posted July 23, 2009 Got it together today and wired it up! I'm very happy with how it turned out, especially given that it's my first build. The pickups were 20 dollars and sound exactly like pickups that cost...20 dollars. I'm ordering a set of BG pickups today. The neck is going to get replaced as well, with a Mighty Mite maple Tele neck. I really don't like the color of this one (much too orange) and I think a satin finish is the way to go. This neck has a couple of buzzy places, but I doubt I'll do much about that since I'm replacing it. Also, the traditional Tele headstock will be an improvement. Overall, it worked out. The intonation is good and all the electrons seem to go where they should. AWESOME!!! I was going to reply, too bad the whole thing is "cheapened" in my opinion by the non tele headstock, and then I read you are going to replace the neck. The guitar will be perfect at that point!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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