Why spend 700 dollars on a 350 dollar guitar for graphics?? couldnt you just buy a cheaper tele or even squier and get a custom paint job done on it?
813815
You could TRY to do that...doubtful it would come anywhere near as nice as this one. Then there is the fact this was issued by Fender as a special , limited run package. That alone adds extra worth to the guitar. But imo, the guitar itself is of such quality through and through, that is the top reason if you needed some kind of justification, etc...The frets in particular feel a bit larger and more comfortable than a stock MIM tele to me.
2153537
I'm kind of beginner, and I got some recommendation from my friends. This guitar is little expensive for beginners. But, if you think you will play the guitar next several years, it is really good guitar for you.
734102
I would suggest getting a similar looking guitar rest with all solid tubing that has an adjustable neck (most do) - and use that. The 'portability' of this model is far outweighed, in my opinion, by the sheer inferior quality. This item, as I noted in my review, is not well made and a Fender will be too heavy for it because the stand will topple over if the guitar is brushed.
21440
Awwww... That would be a string issue... Probably not a guitar issue. Most people who buy this guitar change out the strings for a better sound. Cheap fix, a coupla bucks.
1831932
It's a goof guitar if your really poor and think you can change the strings right away cuz the strings suck.
836460
This guitar is on the top end of beginners guitars. Good quality for the price. Best thing you have to decide is your commitment to learn to play. The higher end guitars are easier to play and have a better sound. If you can afford a $400 - $600 guitar you will enjoy the learning experience more
780786
It is a very well known guitar. I did a lot of research first. My son figured out Rocksmith is a bit of work, so he isn't playing as much as he thought he would.
645914
Hey John, this is actually my first guitar and I have had it for almost a month and I love it. I am using it with the game rocksmith and it sounds amazing for a guitar that cost $80. I even had a buddy of mine check out the guitar and he loved it. This is a perfect guitar for a beginner. I don't think you will regret it.
1374962
At this price it could not be solid. More importantly I returned this guitar the same day i received it because I found the overall quality to be not so good. I have a Jay Turser strat that is just the opposite, very good quality. I have since purchased a squire classic vibes strat via Amazon that is better than the Turser in both build quality and tone certainly equal to if not better that the MIM fender.
1396290
Bob,I tend to agree that tortoise would give the guitar a more vintage look. Just remember to dry fit the guard before sticking it down. It may be tough to line it up around the rosette of this model.
2031273
Unfortunately, like most guitars under $1,000 .... good ole china. I think several years ago they were made in Washington state. That being said, for a $300 guitar, quality is very good. On my guitar the frets were "dressed" (i.e. they were filed close to the fretboard edges so they did not have sharp pieces cutting my palm or fingers (versus many &lt; $1000 guitars need their frets filed (on the side only) before they are played)). The tuners are 14:1, non-branded, and perform like a 14:1 Grover; the guitar stays in tune remarkably long. The solid maple neck/body is finished very well. The fingerboard looks like a rosewood and is smooth and feels good to my fingertips. After 4+ years there is no fade-thru of the fingerboard finish (hinting that it is true rosewood and not a stained whitewood).
267169
I had an opportunity to play Ibanez AS73 twice. Had a better quality to its sound. But I can't comment on comparing the two, because that two times I played Ibanez it was setup for a stage performance, while I use Jay for my own practice at home. Maybe it's just I don't enough equipment to go along to compare the two.
1555868
Wow. That's a pretty vintage guitar and very special. It has a completely different style of pickup. I would try to restore the guitar very close to its original state. I would try to buy an original Gibson pickup that's designed for that type of guitar or even a boutique pickup, if that's the case.
215967
It's a cheaper version of the guitar player by Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, & many more the Fender Stratocaster. If you're just starting to play it's not a bad deal.
61231
You're buying a $150 guitar, get regular slinky. They help build up some strength. Only worry about the strings when you have a nicer guitar. T
74277
Yeah I was super tripped out about that too, but its is a Fender. That's what we got in the mail was a Fender. I think they used to be Squiers but the product line was updated. Its a Fender for sure.
482450
It's definitely for kids it's not something that stays in its poor tune. If your looking for a guitar for an adult the best thing would to go to a local music store and have them help you they seem to have some good learning guitars for under $100.00 ( when I was looking) some places have used guitars. Just an idea. I got it for my niece to see if she kept with it and now she has a good guitar that keeps tune. �