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Another NGD…Final piece in place?
As many of you know, I’ve spent the last few years working on downsizing while upgrading. Over the years I’ve acquired a lot of gear. This has afforded me the opportunity to try diff “flavors”, and develop my tonal palette.
The Japanese Gretsch (6128-TVP) has been my main player the last 3 years. Phenomenal. But, it’s going away for a bit for a re-fret. The 335 will take her place while she’s recovering. And, to round out my stable… A new Fender Vintera Road Worn. At first I was a little taken aback by the prices for Mexican made offerings. Having owned my fair share of teles (Mexican to American, Baja to ‘72 Deluxe, Japanese, you name it) I can say that this…just…has “it”. The nitro finish is a plus. I know, I know. There will be those who prefer the non worn look. I understand, but I am not one of them. And, although I play quite a bit privately and publicly, I’m not sure I could ever naturally relic one to proper degree on my own. The neck profile is sooooo good. Unlike any other Fender I’ve owned. I’d say full C, but, not “baseball bat” full. Def not a modern profile (50’s obviously), but it’s VERY comfy and “familiar”. I’d describe this guitar like my favorite old pair of Levi’s. Enjoy the gratuitous pic. I’ve also include a “family” pic. I’d love to see a pic of your “fam” as well.
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2023 Martin GPC-11e 2023 Fender Players Tele Limited Edition - Oxblood 2022 Gibson Les Paul Standard 60’s - Unburst 2021 Fender Strat American Pro II - Black 2014 Gibson ES-335 Memphis Dot - Cherry 2013 Gibson Les Paul 50’s Tribute P90 - Tobacco 2012 Yamaha FS720 TBS Last edited by PTony; 08-06-2022 at 08:52 PM. |
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Bought one of the first late-CBS '52 Tele RI's from my local Sam Ash when they first came out: had the anachronistic '60s-style 7.25" radius 1-5/8" neck (which, quite frankly, I loved), rewired it with a 5-way to get both pickups as well as some Gretsch "tone switch" type sounds from the neck pickup, sold it for three times what I paid when I moved on to other things. Still have an '86 MIJ Fender/Squier Strat for when I need "that" sound, but since I got my 3-PU Gretsch those times are fewer and farther between: may do a blonde '72 Thinline when I get some discretionary funds and the necessary space - always thought they were cool when I was back in college...
Don't have a single group shot, but here are the members of my current Gretsch family in order of acquisition: '64 Double Annie 6117 (bought new in May '64), '16 G5622T-CB E-Matic (my gigmeister), NOS '13 G6136DC White Falcon " '62 Tribute" (unlike the Street Sounds limited edition - a dead-on replica of a late-'63 Falcon, complete with double "red felt" mutes and period-correct "blue-white" finish - this one joins at the 18th fret, which I prefer):
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the heavy relicing aint for me
But this is not that, that is done tastefully. I like it. have fun with it.
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Tony, that's a beautiful Tele! The hint of relicing is very well done, I like it.
"I’d describe this guitar like my favorite old pair of Levi’s." - what a great way to describe a guitar. Sounds like a keeper. |
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I’ll knock the back of the neck down a bit to get a bit more smoothness. Then it’s time to get the setup tools out for a bit of “dialing in”. So far, I’m very pleased. Quote:
Running it through the Nobles is so buttery…a bit “chewy”. The single coils respond well to that OD.
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Maybe I’ll do a rewire, and add a 5-way. Hadn’t thought that far ahead. But, I DID think….”man, this thing would be REALLY cool with a Bigsby…” Opinions? Thanks for sharing the pics. I love the collection!
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Thats a good looking Telecaster Tony! 75th anniversary too! How nice. Whats that color called? Buttercreme? Enjoy it.
frank d.
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Rolling off the tone control in positions #4 & 5 does a fair approximation of the "soft rolloff" position on the post-1958 Gretsch 3-way tone switch - great as an alternate jazz tone, or if your OD is too edgy/fizzy-sounding and you don't want to mess with the amp's EQ on the fly; sorry I don't have the schematic, but it should be easy to duplicate if you have a competent tech or an electronics background... Note: Mine was strung with flatwound 12's, the way Leo shipped them from the factory in '52 (and for many years thereafter), and had the lowest action I've ever seen on any post-CBS Fender - your tonal results may (and probably will) differ with other gauges/windings...
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PTony, that Vintera is relic'd just right IMO. It looks really good. I think that's the same color as my Noventa tele, and I like that color a lot. Congrats.
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the beauty of something like this is, will you really get upset of you knock into something with it? normally with any new guitar that first "DAG NABBIT" is always a bit of an emotional roller coaster... you get over it yea, but you're not happy about it for a day or so. but with something this? hmm does not apply.
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PTony, Very cool looking guitar! Great family as well,
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Thanks for the kind words. Always appreciate the input.
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Thank you very much, Marty! It’s been a journey. I suppose it will continue… but I’m very happy with my “fam”.
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Thank you, Pappy. I agree. Very, very subtle. In all ways. From color, to “relic”. I just set it up yesterday with .10’s’ and am enjoying it very much so far. I’m excited to see how it ages with the Nitro
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