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jimfog

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Posted on Jul 12 2020 09:31 PM

So, I THINK I have one of these on the way (Musician's Friend, while offering great deals, has been wonky with shipping). I have to say, almost EVERYTHING about it appeals to me, but I haven't had a chance to actually play one.

I'm curious if any of you have, and what your thoughts are/were?

Only niggles.....I'd prefer the switch on the upper bout and separate volume controls for each pickup, so you can blend them.

Thoughts?

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SHADOWNIGHT5150

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Posted on Jul 12 2020 10:30 PM

i own one is my #1 surf guitar

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Sonic_Blue

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Posted on Jul 13 2020 07:59 AM

They seem like cool guitars. I just prefer my JM so I wouldn’t buy one. I have two nice JMs and have decided it is pointless to own other guitars. I have sold two now because I never end up playing them.

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JohnnyMosrite

Joined: Jun 14, 2006
Posts: 858
New York City area

Posted on Jul 13 2020 08:57 AM

A manufactured name brand "Frankenstein" guitar.. how innovative. That is one of the worst combination of guitar features - from other guitars - that I've seen in a while. It's pure snake oil. It's a Jazzmaster when you want it to be; it's a Tele when you want it to be. From the looks of the fretboard, it's an archtop Jazzer when you want it to be.

With all that "feature" and implicit "compromise" going on, it probably falls short in all of the above.
It's a classic example of trying to please everyone. It follows, then, that many will certainly not be pleased. I would be one of those many.

I have to think there are better guitar values out there than the $1500-$1700 price tag that I've seen online for this glorified firewood.

For it's present owners.. well - enjoy

All MHO, of course
J Mo'

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edwardsand

Joined: Jun 29, 2018
Posts: 660

Posted on Jul 13 2020 10:00 AM

I like the looks overall, except the tremolo base looks pushed too far back, making that off balance. I'd think it's great for the person who wants the features and sound of a Jazzmaster but doesn't like the looks of the JM body.

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raylinds

Joined: Jul 05, 2019
Posts: 141

Posted on Jul 13 2020 12:17 PM

It looks pretty cool and I'm sure you can get JM surf tones with it and would be good for someone who wants the sound but have a different look than the JM.

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Las_Barracudas

Joined: Apr 24, 2011
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Surf City, NC
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Posted on Jul 13 2020 07:27 PM

It should be a clean machine capable of some very nice tones I would think. Looks cool!

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METEOR IV on reverbnation

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Reverbenator

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Posted on Jul 13 2020 08:47 PM

Back in the late 90’s, Fender offered a Will Ray (from the Hellecaster’s) signature model Telecaster that came with Jazzmaster pickups. They were Made In Japan, and they didn’t produce a lot them, as they were pretty much a niche type instrument.

I wouldn’t swear to it, but I think they came with Seymour Duncan pickups.

Edit: Appearantly there was also a Custom Shop version.

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-Cheers, Clark-

-Less Paul, more Reverb-

Last edited: Jul 13, 2020 21:33:20

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kentano2000

Joined: Aug 26, 2012
Posts: 25

Posted on Jul 28 2020 12:06 PM

I’ve had one for a few years now. I love it. It has an ash body which gives it more snap in the initial attack than my alder Jazzmasters. The neck shape is nice and full - fits me like a glove. It’s absolutely first-rate for surfing the reverb!

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Samurai

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Kiev, Ukraine
Ukraine

Posted on Nov 18 2020 04:27 AM

taking it for a test drive, will share my thoughts in a couple of days. Love teles, do not love jazzmaster body, love jazzmaster pickups and tremolo) will it suit me?)))

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SHADOWNIGHT5150

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Posted on Nov 18 2020 08:38 AM

I got one, it’s my main guitar when I play surf tunes

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Samurai

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Kiev, Ukraine
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Posted on Nov 18 2020 10:16 AM

SHADOWNIGHT5150 wrote:

I got one, it’s my main guitar when I play surf tunes

Nice! What do you love in it comparing to other guitars you play? Jazzmaster, tele, strat?

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GTechNick

Joined: Jun 07, 2013
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Posted on Jan 04 2021 09:44 AM

I would love to hear OP's feedback on his Tele-Jazz purchase as well as your thoughts Samurai.

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Fender Parallel Universe Jazz Tele - Anyone own/try one?

jimfog Joined: Jul 22, 2009 Posts: 12	Posted on Jul 12 2020 09:31 PM So, I THINK I have one of these on the way (Musician's Friend, while offering great deals, has been wonky with shipping). I have to say, almost EVERYTHING about it appeals to me, but I haven't had a chance to actually play one. I'm curious if any of you have, and what your thoughts are/were? Only niggles.....I'd prefer the switch on the upper bout and separate volume controls for each pickup, so you can blend them. Thoughts? Top
SHADOWNIGHT5150 Joined: Jul 14, 2013 Posts: 333	Posted on Jul 12 2020 10:30 PM i own one is my #1 surf guitar Top
Sonic_Blue Joined: Feb 22, 2019 Posts: 190	Posted on Jul 13 2020 07:59 AM They seem like cool guitars. I just prefer my JM so I wouldn’t buy one. I have two nice JMs and have decided it is pointless to own other guitars. I have sold two now because I never end up playing them. Top
JohnnyMosrite Joined: Jun 14, 2006 Posts: 858 New York City area	Posted on Jul 13 2020 08:57 AM A manufactured name brand "Frankenstein" guitar.. how innovative. That is one of the worst combination of guitar features - from other guitars - that I've seen in a while. It's pure snake oil. It's a Jazzmaster when you want it to be; it's a Tele when you want it to be. From the looks of the fretboard, it's an archtop Jazzer when you want it to be. With all that "feature" and implicit "compromise" going on, it probably falls short in all of the above. It's a classic example of trying to please everyone. It follows, then, that many will certainly not be pleased. I would be one of those many. I have to think there are better guitar values out there than the $1500-$1700 price tag that I've seen online for this glorified firewood. For it's present owners.. well - enjoy All MHO, of course J Mo' Top
edwardsand Joined: Jun 29, 2018 Posts: 660	Posted on Jul 13 2020 10:00 AM I like the looks overall, except the tremolo base looks pushed too far back, making that off balance. I'd think it's great for the person who wants the features and sound of a Jazzmaster but doesn't like the looks of the JM body. Top
raylinds Joined: Jul 05, 2019 Posts: 141	Posted on Jul 13 2020 12:17 PM It looks pretty cool and I'm sure you can get JM surf tones with it and would be good for someone who wants the sound but have a different look than the JM. Top
Las_Barracudas Joined: Apr 24, 2011 Posts: 1087 Surf City, NC	Posted on Jul 13 2020 07:27 PM It should be a clean machine capable of some very nice tones I would think. Looks cool! — METEOR IV on reverbnation Top
Reverbenator Joined: Jul 26, 2015 Posts: 257 San Diego, Ca	Posted on Jul 13 2020 08:47 PM Back in the late 90’s, Fender offered a Will Ray (from the Hellecaster’s) signature model Telecaster that came with Jazzmaster pickups. They were Made In Japan, and they didn’t produce a lot them, as they were pretty much a niche type instrument. I wouldn’t swear to it, but I think they came with Seymour Duncan pickups. Edit: Appearantly there was also a Custom Shop version. — -Cheers, Clark- -Less Paul, more Reverb- Last edited: Jul 13, 2020 21:33:20 Top
kentano2000 Joined: Aug 26, 2012 Posts: 25	Posted on Jul 28 2020 12:06 PM I’ve had one for a few years now. I love it. It has an ash body which gives it more snap in the initial attack than my alder Jazzmasters. The neck shape is nice and full - fits me like a glove. It’s absolutely first-rate for surfing the reverb! Top
Samurai Joined: Mar 14, 2006 Posts: 2142 Kiev, Ukraine	Posted on Nov 18 2020 04:27 AM taking it for a test drive, will share my thoughts in a couple of days. Love teles, do not love jazzmaster body, love jazzmaster pickups and tremolo) will it suit me?))) — Waikiki Makaki surf-rock band from Ukraine New Single is out! https://waikikimakaki.bandcamp.com/album/rhino-blues-full-contact-surf-single Waikiki Makaki https://linktr.ee/waikikimakaki Lost Diver https://lostdiver.bandcamp.com https://soundcloud.com/vitaly-yakushin Top
SHADOWNIGHT5150 Joined: Jul 14, 2013 Posts: 333	Posted on Nov 18 2020 08:38 AM I got one, it’s my main guitar when I play surf tunes Top
Samurai Joined: Mar 14, 2006 Posts: 2142 Kiev, Ukraine	Posted on Nov 18 2020 10:16 AM SHADOWNIGHT5150 wrote: I got one, it’s my main guitar when I play surf tunes Nice! What do you love in it comparing to other guitars you play? Jazzmaster, tele, strat? — Waikiki Makaki surf-rock band from Ukraine New Single is out! https://waikikimakaki.bandcamp.com/album/rhino-blues-full-contact-surf-single Waikiki Makaki https://linktr.ee/waikikimakaki Lost Diver https://lostdiver.bandcamp.com https://soundcloud.com/vitaly-yakushin Top
GTechNick Joined: Jun 07, 2013 Posts: 1	Posted on Jan 04 2021 09:44 AM I would love to hear OP's feedback on his Tele-Jazz purchase as well as your thoughts Samurai. Top