TBird
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Post by TBird on Jan 14, 2020 8:22:26 GMT -5
In 1988, I got an Eric Clapton Strat for my 40th birthday! It was my only electric for a few years and got a lot of playing time in it. The Lace Sensors were ok and the boost circuit boosted noise as well. As time went on and more guitars found their way into my "collection", the Eric fell out of favor. Last time I played it, the pots were noisy as hell and the tone control made a loud pop when turned to halfway. So I've decided it's time to get ole Eric back into the rotation. I contacted a local guy who is going to install Lindy Fralin split blade pickups and all new pots and wiring. Should be ready in a week or two. Will it regain it's position as # 1? Maybe not, but it will see more playing time rather than being a wall hanging.
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Post by chronicinsomnia on Jan 14, 2020 10:13:25 GMT -5
Good for you. I hate having an instrument that I won't play due to a technical issue. I hope it returns to it's #1 status. Even if briefly. There's something special about reviving an old friend like that.
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Post by TBird on Jan 14, 2020 10:18:01 GMT -5
Just placed the order. Discussed with George, the tech guy, about the pickup covers. My pickguard is bright white but the Fralin covers are an "antique" white. Close, but.... I decided on black pickup covers and I'll get white knobs and switch to go with it. The black on white will look pretty cool, I think.
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Post by Peegoo 🏁 on Jan 14, 2020 11:55:00 GMT -5
That does look good if you're not into "vintage-correct" appearances. Which I'm not either  ) While the tech has it, ask him to check for high frets. Guitars this old usually need a tweak even though the frets might not be worn. Doing this can transform a good guitar into a really great one. |
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Post by TBird on Jan 15, 2020 8:06:12 GMT -5
That does look good if you're not into "vintage-correct" appearances. Which I'm not either ) While the tech has it, ask him to check for high frets. Guitars this old usually need a tweak even though the frets might not be worn. Doing this can transform a good guitar into a really great one. I am going to have him go over the entire guitar, including the frets, to make this guitar the most playable it can be. |
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Post by Ryder on Jan 23, 2020 5:39:22 GMT -5
I hope it turns out better than you expect. That’s always a nice surprise.
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Post by rickyguitar on Jan 23, 2020 21:20:00 GMT -5
I hope it turns out better than you expect. That’s always a nice surprise. +1 |
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TBird
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Post by TBird on Jan 24, 2020 7:57:40 GMT -5
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Post by TBird on Feb 12, 2020 7:34:15 GMT -5
It's done! With the new exotic pickguard, it looks like a new guitar. The Lindy Fralin Split Blade pickups sound amazing (https://www.fralinpickups.com/product/strat-split-blade/). Real Strat sound and no noise/buzz/hum!!! Just what I was looking for. Unconventional appearance, but this whole guitar is unconventional. Nice work by George at The Band Station.
Sorry, no pix. Don't have a photo hosting site.
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Post by LTB on Feb 12, 2020 7:44:05 GMT -5
It's done! With the new exotic pickguard, it looks like a new guitar. The Lindy Fralin Split Blade pickups sound amazing (https://www.fralinpickups.com/product/strat-split-blade/). Real Strat sound and no noise/buzz/hum!!! Just what I was looking for. Unconventional appearance, but this whole guitar is unconventional. Nice work by George at The Band Station. Sorry, no pix. Don't have a photo hosting site. Peegoo's photo host site suggestionHey, click on this link and read Peegoo's (6 reply down) post on free photo host site. Works well
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Post by chronicinsomnia on Feb 12, 2020 11:17:59 GMT -5
Ya gotta post a pic. I'm dying to see that pickguard and pickup combo.
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Post by TBird on Feb 12, 2020 15:12:24 GMT -5
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Post by Harleyboy on Feb 12, 2020 23:19:25 GMT -5
I like it!!~
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Post by chronicinsomnia on Feb 13, 2020 0:49:34 GMT -5
I'm digging that.
Very cool.
How's she playing?
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Post by TBird on Feb 13, 2020 7:54:15 GMT -5
Playing very well, indeed. Still amazed at those Fralin pickups. Even at high gain amp settings, no hum/buzz.
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Post by rickyguitar on Feb 16, 2020 22:04:03 GMT -5
Cheers!
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Post by walshb 🦒 on Feb 17, 2020 12:42:54 GMT -5
Playing very well, indeed. Still amazed at those Fralin pickups. Even at high gain amp settings, no hum/buzz. Awesome looking guitar, love that pick guard. How is the quack with those Fralins? Just curious. Wondering how they would compare to my Fat 50's pickups. |
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Post by 69tele on Feb 18, 2020 3:28:24 GMT -5
I have a buddy guy USA strat with lace sensors and thinking of doing exactly the same... put away the old guard as is , and install new pups and electronics...
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Post by TBird on Feb 18, 2020 7:56:47 GMT -5
Playing very well, indeed. Still amazed at those Fralin pickups. Even at high gain amp settings, no hum/buzz. Awesome looking guitar, love that pick guard. How is the quack with those Fralins? Just curious. Wondering how they would compare to my Fat 50's pickups. The split blade I have are the "blues" version as opposed to the "vintage" ones, so I'd assume they're a bit hotter. But the sounds are amazing. I don't get the quack - but the Lace sensors I replaced didn't have that either. They don't sound thin at all. Chimey or glassy I'd call it. No matter what selector position, you get a pure Strat sound. Add some grit from your amp/pedal without getting all the buzz and hum. That's exactly what i was looking for. |
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Post by TBird on Feb 23, 2020 9:47:55 GMT -5
I have a buddy guy USA strat with lace sensors and thinking of doing exactly the same... put away the old guard as is , and install new pups and electronics... Google loaded pickguard and you find lots of options. |
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Post by walshb 🦒 on Feb 23, 2020 18:10:13 GMT -5
Awesome looking guitar, love that pick guard. How is the quack with those Fralins? Just curious. Wondering how they would compare to my Fat 50's pickups. The split blade I have are the "blues" version as opposed to the "vintage" ones, so I'd assume they're a bit hotter. But the sounds are amazing. I don't get the quack - but the Lace sensors I replaced didn't have that either. They don't sound thin at all. Chimey or glassy I'd call it. No matter what selector position, you get a pure Strat sound. Add some grit from your amp/pedal without getting all the buzz and hum. That's exactly what i was looking for. Thanks for the reply!! |
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Post by LTB on Feb 28, 2020 5:43:51 GMT -5
Awesome looking guitar, love that pick guard. How is the quack with those Fralins? Just curious. Wondering how they would compare to my Fat 50's pickups. The split blade I have are the "blues" version as opposed to the "vintage" ones, so I'd assume they're a bit hotter. But the sounds are amazing. I don't get the quack - but the Lace sensors I replaced didn't have that either. They don't sound thin at all. Chimey or glassy I'd call it. No matter what selector position, you get a pure Strat sound. Add some grit from your amp/pedal without getting all the buzz and hum. That's exactly what i was looking for. I like Chimey/glassy sound! Very nice looking Strat. The pickguard looks much better than I thought it would. |
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Post by TBird on Feb 28, 2020 7:37:09 GMT -5
I brought it to a jam the other night. Everybody thought it was so cool! Much too cool for me!
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