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ttimothyy

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Hi all,

I don't know much about Fender guitars.

Been using LPs all these time.

I am thinking of getting a Fender. But I see so many, there is a standard, american standard, highway strat, telecaster.

What guitars are for what use actually?

My budget is below $2000.

Anyone can recommend some FENDER guitars?

I was looking at the Roland-Ready Stratocaster® if not the 50th Anniversary Strat if it's still available. Or maybe even the 60th Anniversary American Stratocaster®. Can give some comments guys?

Thanks so much guys!

Tim
 
fender guitars are like gibson guitars, just another brand

theres no which fender is use for what purpose. Its just different model, like as in gibson case, LP, LP custom, double cutaway, sg etc..

Maybe you might like to visit http://www.fender.com/products/search.php to look at the various model of the guitar to have better idea

For the budget, you have couple of choices, but ultimately, you will have to know what you want.

imho
 
If you are just starting out, don't get an expensive guitar. Something under 1K is more than sufficient. Get a good amp with what you have left.

Wrt what is good, you have to research and test a lot. If you end up asking the difference between singlecoils and humbuckers, chances are you haven't been doing enough research.

The stickies on this forum will help a lot.
 
alternatively, if youre already a master on the lp. and want something good out of the fender, i'd say american strat and do a pup overhaul if they dont satisfy your tastes.

as for models, like what pathein said, its just like the lp's shop around, try afew at sweelee and guitar gallery, maybe even guitar connection if you dont mind it used.
 
my take- if you can afford it, get it, nevermind if you're just starting out.

FYI- there's no American Std, unless you're citing used models...
 
I just got a Epi Les Paul Goth Studio and having played with a Squier Strat for a while, I find there are differences in playability, but not sure if it differs from strat to strat.

The LP I have has a thicker neck, good for fat fingers. All this time I've been on a Strat, I was wondering how come it's so difficult for me to wrap my fingers around the strings. LP is much more playable for me in this case.

Also, I find the single-coil characteristics of the Strat give it a more pronounced twang, while LPs having humbuckers give your power chords more chug. My Strat has 2 DiMarzio rail single coils on the neck and bridge, so coupled with a toggle switch, it has the best of both worlds.

The Strat's volume knob is also a bit close to the bridge, so when muting, I tend to turn down the volume accidentally (big hands, short fingers; why am I playing guitar in the first place?!). This is where the LP design benefits me.

Originally I was going to replace my old Strat with the new LP, but now I've decided to just refurbish the Strat because then I can really just switch playing styles and have more sound choices.

This whole time I was told once you switch to LP, you won't go back. I can see why. Both guitars require a different approach to playing based on the way they are built, such as the position of the knobs and switches, the neck angle of the LP vs. the straight neck... it may all look cosmetic, but it could really mean a comfortable playable guitar versus a guitar you have to strain or change into a different playing style just to get used to playing. So best for you to go out and try one for at least a few hours before you decide and compare it to your own LP.
 
8O fatter fingers & big necks? i thought big hands. ha ha.

anyway, strat necks are bolt on so ahem, less prob if somone goes OOPS and it goes on a bungee jump of no return.

as for the knobs, its about getting used to it ah, i used to play a strat, ive been playing my lp for about a year now? and i still miss the ability of using your pinky to adust the vol with so much ease.

the fender twang is what makes it so special, its a love or loathe thing i guess.
 
i own an LP, i still prefer other guitars in my collection. if an LP prevents you from embracing other guitars, it's probably because the LP has attributes that click with your likings, not because other guitars are duds.
 
fianlly, another person who has issues with the vol knob placement on strats. i've taken out the knob (the plastic one) so it has helped a lot.
 
[Intro] I'm using a Squier California Series. Soundwise and Quality of the Squier does pretty fine for me.

[ToneWise] So far I'v heard advice from Pro's from all over SG, so far they all commented that MIA is still superior in quality and tone then other Fender though most of them are not selling them. When you'v reach a certain standard in guitar playing there is no prob telling the diff in tone. There's sure to be a big diff only concern is average people cant tell and they dont understand why MIA.

[ToneVersatility] Also Fender guitar is versatile in tone. Ranging from Blues to Rock. But heavy metal or hard rock maybe brands like ESP or Ibanez will do better. Depends on yourself cause Malmsteen using a Maple Fender. Ultimatly is yourself if your good then your good that is what I think. Your the one that defines the guitar not the other way.

[ToBuy] Other then SL I'v seen Davis displaying them in the shop, you cant see them from outside cause its facing inwards. And I meant MIA ones MIJ ones are the ones facing outside where you can see. And MIA Deluxe Series are selling at an increadible price at only 1.6k if I'm not wrong. That's the last time I saw...

Some of above advice are gathered from Long-Term guitar player and only minor info is from me like the buying part. Im just a noivce so cant really advice much on guitar. The only thing is I felt that is the player that defines the guitar not the guitar itself =)

THE END
 
ok thanks so much guys if u guys got any other things to add in feel free ok. thanks for the "tutorials" and advice guys.

appreciate every one of it !
 
a humbucking strat can fulfill non-twang requirements, here's one in black metal application:

Marduk's TH Morgan
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strats rock! being a strat lover myself id suggest you just start things off with a nice jap one. try a few... dun be shy.

once you get the hang of it.. and know what you want in a strat..
then get the right USA made strat. i used to think virtually all strats where the same... oh how wrong i was...
 
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