Spruce Top Telecaster Body

[JaySwear]

Got here yesterday! Don't know when, I didn't realize there was anything here until 7 or 8 last night :doh: and I was so excited I tore the package open immediately. Acclimating? Pssh. I think poly finishes are a little tough for that anyway, but there are pictures out there to prove me wrong. Oh well, either way it's here and it looks great

Carved top Telecaster body
2 f-hole
Spruce top
Basswood back
Cream binding
2 P-90 route (undecided on P-90s or Mini hums)
Super duper light weight

Why yes, I DID take it to the post office to weigh it. I was curious.

As I said in the Warmoth Today thread, I was 99% sure that I had marked for a black back. I was a little concerned when I pulled it from the box, but as far as basswood goes I think I got damn lucky. I didn't even think a clear back WAS an option with basswood, but I went back through the builder and checked and sure enough it is. It looks great paired up with the maple neck I have, and it gives a great contrast to the black-brown-yellow front. No complaints from me! I actually chose the black back because I thought it saved a few dollars (read: $60 maybe? Can't remember), but the clear works very well.

Almost looks like a maple back. Right now it has a Fatback quarter sawn maple/Brazilian rosewood neck on it from my other Warmoth Tele. I love the look, so the other Tele will need a new neck now. Always something to buy, right? :icon_biggrin: Sorry about the cell phone pictures. I might take some good ones if we get some sun any time soon.

Also, I know UW loves it's P-90s, but whats the consensus on mini-humbuckers versus P-90s on this thing? I think either would sound good. I've never owned a mini-hum guitar before, and I know I love P-90s. Very torn.

 

[crash]

Me likey!  Looks really nice with the Rosewood fingerboard.  Can't really comment on mini buckers, but I love my Roadhouse P90's.

 

[JaySwear]

Still undecided on maple neck vs a maple and rosewood. I like the rosewood on there though!

 

[swarfrat]

Nice. If a showcase item doesn't tempt me before i build, I'm conteplating a spruce  top thinline.  Wish hollow strat were an option

 

[thebutcher85]

dude thats super gorgeous! I love it! I'd go with rosewood personally...  :headbang:

 

[m4rk0]

That is perfect as it is!! love the clear finish on the back!!!

 

[Updown]

Still undecided on maple neck vs a maple and rosewood. I like the rosewood on there though!

Perfect as is  :icon_thumright: ..... the clear back, looks GREAT 

What bridge you using ?

 

[Xplorervoodoo]

Classy  :icon_thumright:

 

[Cagey]

That is one pretty combo. I say string it up. It'll teach it a lesson.

 

[Great Ape]

That's pretty damn yummy all around!

 

[Jumble Jumble]

Mini humbuckers are very nice. Not quite as "rude" as a P-90, they have a bit more of that humbucker "authority" to them. I guess that's more mids. But still plenty of bite and roar. Of course, they are much, much quieter too. Closer to a P-90 sound than you're probably imagining. Perhaps go to a shop and try out one of the Tele customs that has one at the neck, see what you think.

 

[swarfrat]

I've never given them more than idle curiosity. That description sounds rather interesting.

 

[JaySwear]

It'll be getting a Roadhouse mini in the bridge and a Roadhouse P-80 in the neck. I'm pretty excited about the combo! I've always loved a P-90 in the neck, and It seems like the P-80 will be perfect for me.

 

[gvhbngh]

That is beautiful!

 

[Great Ape]

That clear finished mahogany looks better with that burst every time I look at it! Great stuff!!

 

[swarfrat]

No mahogany trees were harmed in this guitar. The top is spruce.

 

[JaySwear]

Yep, no mahogany here. That's one thing I really love about it. I don't think mahogany always takes a burst really well (darkens them, obviously) but the spruce looks great with the black-brown-red burst I think.

 

[JaySwear]

Yet another change. I just picked up a Lace P-905 on eBay. It'll have a lace bridge pickup (noiseless) and a Roadhouse neck. I'm excited!

I think the Roadhouse mini will go into my Tele Deluxe. I think it'll make for a good combo in that guitar. And the guitar is completely apart right now, so it's a good time to make a pickup swap. Now I just need a Tele neck for one project, a new pickguard for the other... Always need something.

 

[JaySwear]

Roadhouse pickup is here!

Love that fretboard... Can't wait to get this thing up and running! Got everything except proper wire. What gauge do I need if I'm wiring it myself? Might just take it to a tech. My wiring jobs never work out properly.

 

[TroubledTreble]

Looking good!

For wire I prefer cloth covered. It's a bit easier to work with since you don't have to be as concerned about melting the insulation. It's also pretty flexible but stiff enough to keep its shape if needed.  I would wire it with 22 awg or 24. Had I known you needed some I could have provide you with a few feet.

http://www.stewmac.com/shop/Electronics,_pickups/Supplies:_Wire,_cables/Vintage_Push-Back_Wire.html