Telecaster Build Finally Done!! Pics lots of

dean111music

Got the tele back today after a long time of planning and research. I was after a telecaster that had the vibe of an original with a more modern playability. There was many great companies involved in this and it has all fitted in place nicely.  I'm so so happy with the result. It plays and sounds better that expected. The guitar is really lively and easy to play. I know some things people will not like (fender decal) but i'm not going to sell it, its for my enjoyment. I have owned many fender guitars and not been happy with them. This is it for me, the spec and look, feel and sound. This is what i have had in my head. The Dream telecaster.

Specs

Lightweight Ash Body in Lake Placid Blue (satin) with checking/light relic, Custom neck plate (notice the serial number - MJT Body Finishing Cant thank these guys enough!
Musikraft Roasted maple Neck, SS frets, Dark Rosewood, Compound Radius 10-16) oil finish, V-C shape
Heavy Rolled Edges
Don Mare Pickups Hayrides with all the best electronics and caps. 60's NOS Cap too! 
Aged Bridge Plate, Screws, Gotoh Tuners, Knobs, Tips, Strap pins - Gavin at Axecaster! Thanks mate
Rutters Saddles and Control panel (switch is slightly further apart to the volume) 

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Schmo

Stunning mate ! I'm keen to do this type of build, this is inspirational.

djspecialist

Lovely.

marktheharp

Looks ace. Well done 

bbill335

What a cool finish. What's the significance of the serial #?

dean111music

Its a serial number from 1961 Its the finishing touches that makes the difference

Rocker

Impressive mate. My Lake Placid Blue Strat is slightly lighter in colour. Goes to show that colour is not always absolute. Enjoy your guitar - play it till your fingers bleed.....

Adam_MD

Looks great but also really dark for lpb. 

dean111music

Adam_MD said:

Looks great but also really dark for lpb. 

it is very dark. This is what i wanted though. I choose the tone of LPB that i really liked and MJT matched it.

dean111music

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New pic with my wifes Artwork! https://www.soniamorrisart.com

notanon

I really love that artwork. Telecaster is nice but  not my choice of colour.