Danhedonia
Noted duckfat enthusiast
Yeah, the Squiers are drowning in lacquer. I'm not a sweaty guy and live in a very dry climate, and somehow don't mind as much as I thought I would, but it's ... I actually got rid of some on the fretboard side. There's just way too much, and fanboi though I am, I must say I suspect that Squier's wood is green as the jungles surrounding the factory: that lacquer is probably a prophylactic for shrinkage. I also appear to be the only higher primate who didn't like the Toneriders, but meh.
I meant to mention the FB material on Teles, but last post was already too long. Bottom line: For some reason, I feel like the maple-or-rosewood difference is somehow greater with Teles than other guitars, probably because they're so straightforward. Definitely play both.
Yes, the Affinity's feel cheap, but as you noted they can have great necks. I got one for $140 and replaced the bridge and it's a great guitar.
Don't let the 'muddy pickup' thing get you -- pup height at GC is ... well, you know: It's GC. You can remove the cover and/or swap it out. While the world doesn't seem awash in cheap used Teles, it is awash in cheap used Tele parts. Thank goodness.
Edit: I also have a '70's Ibanez Tele copy that's just beautiful. If you are willing to go outside the FMIC box you can find fantastic instruments.
Everyone here has great info and you'll notice -- lots and lots of folks like Teles. There's a reason. And to repeat: there are good Teles, and bad Teles. You meet good Teles in person.
I meant to mention the FB material on Teles, but last post was already too long. Bottom line: For some reason, I feel like the maple-or-rosewood difference is somehow greater with Teles than other guitars, probably because they're so straightforward. Definitely play both.
Yes, the Affinity's feel cheap, but as you noted they can have great necks. I got one for $140 and replaced the bridge and it's a great guitar.
Don't let the 'muddy pickup' thing get you -- pup height at GC is ... well, you know: It's GC. You can remove the cover and/or swap it out. While the world doesn't seem awash in cheap used Teles, it is awash in cheap used Tele parts. Thank goodness.
Edit: I also have a '70's Ibanez Tele copy that's just beautiful. If you are willing to go outside the FMIC box you can find fantastic instruments.
Everyone here has great info and you'll notice -- lots and lots of folks like Teles. There's a reason. And to repeat: there are good Teles, and bad Teles. You meet good Teles in person.