Fender Review: Standard Telecaster

History:

Purchase: I got this guitar as a backup for alternate tunings. I purchased it at Guitar Center for $300...it was a pre-christmas sale.

What I Like About This Fender Standard Telecaster: Well, first and foremost is the sound. While it is much more mellow than a Strat, it can definitely hold it's own on stage and recordings. It has the classic Tele twang. I actually am beginning to like this more than my Les Paul, which was 4x as much money. Another thing that I like about this guitar, is that not many people have them. It seems like everyone and their mother has a Strat, so this is a nice change.

What I Do NOT Like About The Fender Standard Telecaster: Well my main comlaint about this guitar is the hardware. It has problems that the American series just doesn't have. The input jack is really loose, so the chord constantly falls out. Also, the tuners are horrible. I replaced mine with locking tuners immediately.

Fender Standard Telecaster Quality Rating: Like I said in the last paragraph, the hardware is sub par. I expected a bit more from Fender, but then again, it is just the standard series. Other than that, good looking finishes, GREAT necks...I am in love with the satin maple neck.

Review Summary: This is overall a great guitar. I love the bright, but mellow tone, the finishes are beautiful, and the price is definitely right. Do yourself a favor and but this guitar, you won't be dissapointed.

Rating of this Fender product: 4

This Fender Standard Telecaster Electric Guitars Review Submitted By: MusicDude

Review Date: 2005-01-27