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Hi. I'm really thinking about buying a strat. And for one time spend some money on it. Unfortunately the american builds are quite expensive over here. Would be 2k euro (2300 $ ). So, does somebody know this series? Are there any other recommendations? Or should I wait until I can afford a custom built?
Every suggestion is highly appreciated.
cheers
Frank
Posted : June 19, 2017 01:32
I've got a 2000 American Series Strat which I've owned since 2004. Nice guitar, good feel and finish, good player with that Strat sound. Glad I have one but for me the Tele is my go to Fender.
I know there are other guitars in that range with Strat style and tone that may be as good or better in some respects. Hopefully some of the other members can give their experience and thoughts on the dilemma. Take your time and play with a lot of guitars to get your take on what feels and sounds best.
Posted : June 19, 2017 08:29
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Thanks clayton, I definitely will take my time. I love my Tele dearly. But as it is a deluxe type with the wide-range humbucker on neck position ( and because of the old-specs built, you can't split ), I'ld like a bluesy, funky strat tone in my collection 😀
Posted : June 19, 2017 08:51
Have you looked at Haar guitars from the Netherlands? Seem like fine guitars.
I like Suhr guitars, but they are expensive. Fender Custom Shop can be great too, but expensive as well.
The new American series is very good - the best yet from them.
Perhaps you can find a used Fender Custom Shop in Germany with some luck? Used guitars are the best bet I think. Quality guitars like that just get better with time.
Posted : June 19, 2017 10:29
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That looks interesting and affordable. Thank you Robert.
Posted : June 19, 2017 13:06
That Haar looks and sounds great. I hope you will let us know if you decide to get one of them, Enjoy the shopping experience... trying out tons of guitars can be fun! Good luck
Posted : June 19, 2017 17:45
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Okay, it's going to be a Haar traditional S with Kloppmann PUs, C-shape neck.
He plays it in this clip several times
it's german, so just search for a second when he's holding the dark strat. This is going to be mine!
I just can't wait!
P.S.:
( round 1.5k US $ , 1.3 €)
Posted : June 20, 2017 01:56
robert reacted
Awesome. I'm even looking forward to you getting it! 😉 Congrats in advance.
Posted : June 20, 2017 04:55
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Thanks Chris. It has exactly the same specs than the one inside the clip Robert has linked. And the guy selling it seems to be quite nice too. He's trying to start a guitar/gear youtube channel in german language. As far as I can see he owns an incredible amount of guitars, pedals, amps just for himself.
Posted : June 20, 2017 07:04
Congrats in advance! Seem like great guitars and it's certainly a good idea to buy quality gear made in Europe rather than USA for you.
Posted : June 20, 2017 08:17
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Thanks for the tip, Robert. I hadn't heard of haar guitars before. And even for a european company it's a pretty low price for a custom built guitar. The Kloppmann PUs alone cost like 400€ a set.
Posted : June 20, 2017 08:34
Congratulations, it is a good and nice choose. I wish a very pleasant moments together.
I'm letting go of my old Japanese strato of 1986 ... I'm moving around handcrafted guitars .... More than 30 years together but it's time to say goodbye.
It is a pity but it is life...maybe my own maturation!!! will see!!!.
Get luck!!!
Posted : June 20, 2017 22:33
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Posted : June 23, 2017 07:20
Hey Frank......she's a beauty! Looking forward to hearing some cool things from guitar.
Enjoy!
Posted : June 23, 2017 07:28
fgemein reacted
Schwarze- sehr gut! Enjoy.
Mines in black too, mit der pearloid pickguard.
Looking forward to hearing that axe.
Posted : June 23, 2017 07:39
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