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Scott, +1 at future demos I would like to see how to use the settings. Perhaps it can get what you are looking for around the null point. I can tell from the demo that it would fulfill my Bigsby needs. For tremolo I just kick in my tremolo setting on my amp foot switch...
Winston, I think he does the tapping for subtle bends through most of the song much the same way as many Bigsby players use the bar. He doesn't get wiggy with it until the end. +1 I can't wait till Andy at Reverb gets ahold of it! My buddy had an Epi Wildcat and sold it as it would not stay in tune and he got mad every time he tried to play it LoL! I tried to convince him to put a roller bridge on it but he also hated the color as well. He kept it far longer than he could stand it as it was a Christmas gift from the wife. She finally figured out he wanted to get rid of it! The beauty of having a Bigsby on the floor would be that I could use it on any and all of my guitars and not have to pack that Wildcat around. I'm wondering how it would sound on my acoustic and on my nylons? I think it would work on all of my electrics. +1 a bit pricy at $379...
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Thanks Scott! Very cool demo! One advantage I could see going on with the foot controller operation, is that it allows for continued uninterrupted playing while using the Bigsby as opposed to working it by hand. The foot controller model sounds very good and I think it goes beyond what the hand operated Bigsby can do (i.e. complete octave up and down) which I was looking forward to hearing.
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Thanks for the update Wraub! She's a beauty!
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This info maybe helpful on what is to come with pre-orders now being taken even though the sound demos have yet to come on YT (but are to come soon):
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I thought it was cool that the Rolling B benders were available for Tele and Strats. Then looking at the Bowden B bender link showing it being used on acoustics, LPs, Tele, Strat, etc., was cool info. I think the Rolling is more compact and less hardware so it will look much better on your guitar. Looks like you have had a lot of experience using the Bowden from your LP pic. The only B Bender info I was familiar with was the Fender Tele using a knob behind the bridge and the strap pulling one (used by Marty Stuart), both of which had complex systems inside the bodies. I really like the Rolling design for easy conversion with less hardware. I don't think I would like the waist pull or the strap pull designs even though I love the steel guitar sound.
On a side note, I played on a Tele using a Bigsby in a guitar store Sam Ash IIRC. It was way too much hardware and threw off the guitars' weight balance IMHO. I would not want a Bigsby on a Tele.
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+1,000 Scott on subtle bends of the Bigsby vs the Fender Whammys getting wild...unless of course you're playing the Bigsby like Brian Setzer when he does his bumble bee sounding total abuse of the Bigsby LoL!
And when he does tune or does his drop D tuning on the low E string Caevan, he always says: "close enough for Rock and Roll"...+1,000 Brian loves that "classic vintage style out-of-tuneness" LoL!
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When I watched the Rolling bender in your vid link Caevan, I was noticing the players palm further back behind the bridge. Then I watched this video and it addressed what I was thinking about. He also likes keeping a stock saddle just in case you have a problem getting parts or find it's not your thing. This guy gives a great chord demo explanation on using the bender. His only real downside is the cost and lack of palm muting while engaging the bender. But hey, it really does sound cool!
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Getting it right the first time always takes time...I know you'll do a great job reviewing the pups in a few months. The Rolling B bender is a super cool design that I had not seen before. I would have an extra matching barrel saddle in case you ever want to go back to a stock trio. It definitely has the country vibe! Looks like a very simple design compared to other B benders and I'm surprised that many Tele twangers don't all have them on their guitars!
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I haven't had any issues with the Bigsby equipped guitar (Taylor B3) going out of tune. I learned the roller bridge plays a big part in that regard. Many Bigsby equipped guitars will go out of tune on standard saddles as one or more of the wound strings can hang up for a minute or two until you use the whammy again...you can give it a wiggle and pop it back in tune until you break down and buy a roller bridge. String changes take a little bit longer till you get used to pre bending at the ball ends. I seldom use the guitar anymore so there are few string changing issues these days. At a gig, it's highly recommended to have a back up guitar on the stand just in case you break a string on a Bigs...
ps. there is a mod available for the Bigsby that my buddy installed on his guitar. It involves pulling the pins on the bar and drilling through the string bar. Allows strings through the bar instead of using the pins. It is commercially available so you don't have to DIY. It works much better than the Vibromate attachment. Makes for easy string changes.
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1. Cool! Always looking forward to more pics...
2. Cool! +1 on Gorilla glue oozing out. I never use it anymore. I learned that one on strap holders. I use a drop or two on the threads of Super glue and no more oozing or coming loose. I'll mention Titebond to my brother if he ever decides to glue the two ferrules. Glad to hear you have the right fitting ones on order at Warmoth.
3. Cool!
4. Very happy to hear the grass blades were just resting from the winds and not in the finish!!! I was sure Warmoth would do a good job. The finish is looking great!
5. Cool!
6. +1
7. The volume up front is a great concept mod with the switch at the back. +1 it would be better to go with a stock plate if you can avoid any additional routing or fitting issues.
8. Can't wait for the workout review!
Ps. would like to hear/see more on the "palm bender"...
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I'm no Jeff Beck on my whammy harmonics, but I like that the floor pedal can go up and down without those opposable thumb toes LoL! Having a Bigsby on a floor pedal (if it can get the same sound and vibe) is a great idea as opposed to adding a Bigsby to a guitar expense wise. It will also be available to all the guitars in your arsenal. I have one Bigsby equipped guitar and it is a very subtle whammy when compared to the Strat style floating whammy. I really like the Bigs a little better so Jeff is safe for now LoL!
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I'll make a few comments from memory but remember I have CRS (can't remember sh*t)..I'm not nit picking (pun intended) LoL!
1. I love the pics and would really like to see the back and sides as the contoured back does make a huge difference on Teles IMHO.
2. On the string ferrules, I would order them right away from Warmoth. A tight fit is a must and having the right size is likewise. I had a MIM Nashville Tele I sold to my brother years ago (as of last week he still has it and still likes it). A couple of the string ferrules came loose and would come out when I would change strings no big deal but it did irritate me a little. I think it was due to the wood shrinking a little or a loose fit.
3. I really like the wood grain in the fretboard showing all the way up and through the headstock.
4. I love the darker body color which reminds me of my walnut guitar I like the grain showing on the body too. I'm not fond of the grass clippings in the pics and wonder if it's yours or if it came from Warmoth? If it has to stay in place, I could live with it as it's still a beauty!
5. I love the lighter weight concept.
6. I have a guitar that needed a little push each time I put it in the case as it fit real snug in one spot. The more I use it, the less push, now it stays in without any pushing (but I still do it now and then just as a habit LoL!) Very nice Fender tweed case!
7. Having that slanted selector cut gives you the option of running it stock with the volume up front or reversed with the volume up front. Either way the selector switch won't lean on the volume or tone knob with the slanted cut. I would mount the switch and tone and volume knobs/pots and before wiring them, try them out a little for the feel of reach and for the feel of pup selection, volume swells, etc. Whatever controls you feel for your style of playing will be fun to experiment with before wiring...
8. Overall, I give it an A+ and I know you'll give it some great wear and tear patina!
Congrats! She's beauty! And thanks for keeping us posted...we are living through YOU!
ps. the B Bender concept sounds good too! Especially if you're going to inject a little steel guitar country vibe (which Teles are famous for!).
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I only do downward bends and back to normal with the whammy and have my Strat bridge plates set flat on the body. Having a floating up and down bridge causes me to go out of tune as I like to rest my palm on the saddles. Even though the Bigsby works up and down and stays in tune, I still only do downward bend and use the whammy's sparingly. Usually for surf music and/or at the end of a tune...so the pedal would work for me even if it can't do upward bends.
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I like the idea of a cool looking Bigsby pedal! Looking forward to the reviews and demos...
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I think you made the right decision Caevan. I'm sure Warmoth has the best finishers and the right equipment to do a great job on the finish for you. Let us know how the finish looks when the body comes in. It wouldn't be worth buying the equipment unless you planned on doing a few guitars and tested your skills on a few throwaway bodies 1st. I hope that bridge plate comes in soon as I know it's hard to wait on parts when you have such an exciting project to work on! Glad you are keeping us in the loop as it's really fun reading your posts!
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I've never used a pre-amp pedal. I've seen acoustic players use a little gizmo attached to their mic stand that they plug into. Not sure it made a difference in their tone in anyway though. I think the most important thing you can rely on is your monitor. You should be able to hear what the audience hears with regard to your tone, amp, guitar, etc., settings. If it's not right, you should be able to talk to the sound FOH guy to see if your sound can be adjusted if it's not what you want to hear. Not enough of ??? volume, bass, treble, verb, mic, guitar, etc. I have watched Tommy Emmanuel have the final control on stage even though he travels with his sound guy. I have watched Chris Isaak go around the room with a mic while performing and listening to his band and himself to make sure everyone hears what he wants to hear...You have to rely on the soundmen/women to do a great job. And in most concerts I attend they do just that. I was not impressed with Dwight Yocum's acoustic guitar which sounded great alone but fuzzed up when the band started playing at times. It was still a great concert, but even the best in the biz can have a few issues at times IMHO...
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I think it was wise to order the body with a finish, even if it takes a little longer to get here!
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We're interested in the pics...big time!!!
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+1,000 Kuru, I'm not a note for note kind of guy! Also Surfer Girl, nothing says pretty women can't play guitar as good as they look LoL! Here's an example of both contcepts:;
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"Guitar Center sound" is a cool description LoL! You walk in and every electric guitar player has the same sound going until a sales rep cuts them off or cuts them down in volume LoL!
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+1 Brother Winston, on using the strings that are on it if they are in decent shape (clean the guitar and change the strings when you get home). Pack the new strings to the gig with you and if one breaks you can replace it and put the rest on later...I would keep the guitar in sight and in the shade if possible. You can also just leave the guitar in the case open and a towel tent to cover it...nice to keep the finish out of the sun too. Have fun at the gig and glad to hear things are starting to open back up for you! Break a leg!
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+1 Kuru, Great suggestion to practice on an old wall hanger before trying on one of your main axes CEB...
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+1 Wraub, I find my sweet spot and leave it there...
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Glad you like the new amp as well as the bigger version Kuru and to hear that your foot is getting better. 7lbs lighter in a smaller amp will make it easier to hop from gig to gig with LoL! +1 on Caevan's no more foot jokes... Amp weight is always a big factor for my amp purchases!
Amp weight is always a big factor for my amp purchases!
Some Essential Electric Guitarists
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Kuru, I'm still looking for Stevie Ray Vaughn? You got most of my adds DannyA! I would not have tossed those first four in the OP.(Clapton, Benson, Atkins and Paul). And, I would add 34 more and include Jerry Reed and George Harrison and Tommy Emmanuel (who also plays electric with his brother who is even better than Tommy LoL!). I know we have had these kind of name all of them threads and the lists seemed endless. Just choose one or two and get started with the investigation as it's subjective depending on who each of us admires. I'm glad Surfer Girl added a few ladies to the list as they are excellent too...Where the hell is Django LoL???
https://www.rollingstone.com/music/music-lists/100-greatest-guitarists-153675/lindsey-buckingham-39147/
And my favorite: Scotty Moore