2007-03-20 04:19:19 · 7 answers · asked by zandroz 1 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
Don't be limited to Fenders, they're not the greatest at humbuckers. Gibson is the way to go.
2007-03-22 23:49:56 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well it all really depends on your preferences. A Fat Strat would be a versatile choice, since you can get that full humbucker sound in addition to your tradiitonal jangly Fender single-coil tones because it's wood choice and construction (alder/maple and bolt-on) are identical to your standard Strats.
The Showmaster is more hard-rock oriented you could say. It's got humbuckers in the bridge and neck position so you can get the full spectrum of humbucker tones. The body is mahogany w/ a maple top and I believe the neck is mahogany as well (I believe so) so it will give you a deeper and warmer tone.
There is one Telecaster Esquire model known as "The Scorpion" because of its inlay...I believe it is discontinued but you could find a used one. It's a set-neck mahogany neck and body with a single high-output Atomic humbucker in the bridge position. This model really appeals to the metal rhythm guitar player and has a real scorching tone.
There are several others but the point is that there is no best choice, only a best choice for you. The tele deluxe is also a good choice and the discontinued "Blackout" models were also pretty cool. If you play country/blues/pop rock stuff and just like that full sound of a humbucker, I would suggest the fat strat or tele deluxe. If you're stuff is a little more aggressive I would say look for the showmaster (tele deluxe is pretty versatile so it would work well int his situation as well). If you play heavy stuff like metal I would look for that Scorpion model or one of the blackouts. These are all just suggestions though and your personal preference is what really matters. For example, there's a technical death metal band called Cryptopsy and one of their guitarists plays........a standard strat!
2007-03-20 04:46:10 · answer #2 · answered by metallican41 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe the Fender "fat strat" uses a split coil humbucker in the bridge position.(split coil can run in single coil,or humbucker mode)pull on the push/pull pot and it switches modes.I've heard that people weren't too impressed with this stock pickup,but can't confirm through personal experience.The guitar itself is quite nice(sounding and to play).These days replacement pickups are pretty cheap,so if you like the guitar but not the pickups,fear not!! I own an American strat(yes it did cost $1,200!!!) and I too hate that 5hz hum from a single coil.Theres a $25 metal or copper plate that you can buy that cancels out that hum...It works for Eric Claptons Fender "blackie"..it just screws in under pick guard,easy,effective,and cheap!! Good luck!!
2007-03-20 04:32:45 · answer #3 · answered by DIMESCIPLE *Ponce Security* 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Telecaster Thinline. It has very low output dual humbuckers in there. Plugged in, it still sound as sweet and twangy as single coiled Teles, but beefier.
As someone else mentioned, you could get the Fender Fat Strat. I'd swap out the pickup though. The stock bridge pick up on the Fat Strat isn't very good.
2007-03-20 04:45:11 · answer #4 · answered by JC 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Fender can put a humbucker(s) on just about any model they sell. Personally, i like a simple Strat with 2 on it. You can also check out musiciansfriend.com for ideas.
2007-03-20 04:25:04 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tele Deluxe
2007-03-20 04:26:24 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.sweetwater.com/guitargallery/electric
go to this web site they got a pretty good selection!!!!
go for one with the moder/hot classic pickups or SNC pickups!
hope that helps, but the best thing to do is go to a guitar shop and just play around to see what you like best! good luck!
2007-03-20 04:34:40 · answer #7 · answered by mcpunk_89 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋