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  1. 05-03-2007, 07:01 PM #1
    Jon_M
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    New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    Hi everyone,

    I'm somewhat excited to be here and am keen on getting back into guitars which as been a love of mine for many years now. The past five years or so I've been on abit of a hiatus after my tele was throw off a balcony by an ex. After that happened I would occasionally play my brothers acoustic but I defintely lost the passion that I once had. Recently I've picked my the acoustic again and I can feel the love I once had back again. Last saturday I had to urge to go "shopping" I definetly didnt expect to buy anything, but I guess fate works in myterious ways. I ended up falling in love with a guitar that was for sale on consignment. It had a fantastic sound, better than any of the new ones I tried. I admit I tried out most of the teles in the store, but I left with a strat. Please tell me what you think about it, and if anyone has any info on this guitar I've posted a pic of the serial number. I look forward to sharing the passion again with you guys.

    thanks,

    Jonathan

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  2. 05-03-2007, 07:50 PM #2
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    Re: New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    Looks like a Deluxe Strat Plus, made in 1991. Three Lace Sensors, (Blue, Silver, Red). Nice guitar.

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  3. 05-04-2007, 04:51 AM #3
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    Re: New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    Back!
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  4. 05-04-2007, 04:55 AM #4
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    Re: New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    "Somewhat excited"? Where's your enthusiasm, son?

    Seriously, welcome back. And be grateful your ex only threw the Tele, and not YOU, off that balcony.
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  5. 05-04-2007, 05:33 AM #5
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    Re: New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    "my tele was throw off a balcony by an ex."

    dood, she would have followed it down!

    ...and nice strat you got there.
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  6. 05-04-2007, 07:50 AM #6
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    Re: New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    Now you know the rule: Ladies prefer Strats.

    So don't forget it next time! Welcome back to the madhouse that is guitar playing!

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  7. 05-04-2007, 07:51 AM #7
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    Re: New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    Welcome!

    And whatever you do, keep that thing away from your ex!
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  8. 05-04-2007, 03:39 PM #8
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    Re: New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    LOL thanks guys, you seem like a friendly bunch. The ex is long gone and I'm married now. And it was actually my wife that insisted that I buy this guitar to get back into it. She loves to listen to me play, so I guess I better not dissappoint her.
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  9. 05-04-2007, 03:42 PM #9
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    Re: New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    Good for you, man. I quit playing for years back in my middle 20s... got back into it in my early 30s, and I'm real glad I did.

    Nice guitar, too.
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  10. 05-04-2007, 06:04 PM #10
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    Re: New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    Quote Originally Posted by Jon_M View Post
    LOL thanks guys, you seem like a friendly bunch. The ex is long gone and I'm married now. And it was actually my wife that insisted that I buy this guitar to get back into it. She loves to listen to me play, so I guess I better not dissappoint her.
    sweet.
    now go buy her some flowers, or better yet, a new pair of shoes.
    it'll make it even easier to get your next guitar.

    win/win
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  11. 05-04-2007, 07:36 PM #11
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    Re: New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    Buy her a new Vette and you can have all the guitars you want.

    Last edited by MMP; 05-05-2007 at 04:59 AM.
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  12. 05-04-2007, 08:10 PM #12
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    Re: New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    Having a wife that supports your guitar interest is awsome. I am fortunate to be in the same situation. Welcome to the forum!
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  13. 05-05-2007, 04:16 PM #13
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    Re: New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    Good thing she is your Ex (the Tele Killer).........if she was your present I would say throw her out the window and communicate to us via Jailhouse Rock

    Awesome guitar. Had one. Yours looks like it may have an Ash body - they made them. Awesome axe. Should have kept it. Was some sort of temporary insanity. Traded it for some PA and recording equipment I needed.

    Welcome to a very cool (and international) community......
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  14. 05-05-2007, 04:54 PM #14
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    Re: New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    I actually just finished my first customization in it. I installed a tortoise shell pickguard, and I gotta say the sunburst and tortoise shell go together perfectly! Whcih brings me to my next question. Thats the first timoe I've ever swapped a pickguard out adn Gotten a look at the electronics inside. This maybe a dumb question for some of you pro's but I'm guessing that the pick ups are adjustable, and that how close they sit to the strings makes a difference in how they sounds. If anyone has tips for the best sound possible please let me know.

    thanks,

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  15. 05-06-2007, 04:14 AM #15
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    Re: New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    Welcome Jon!
    Congrats on your new guitar.

    The Lace Sensor pickups can be adjusted very close to the strings if that is your preference.
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  16. 05-06-2007, 11:38 AM #16
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    Re: New here and getting back into the swing of things.

    Hey Jon_M,

    WELCOME... !

    The Deluxe Plus STRATS are outstanding axes; I LOVE MINE.






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