PopTodd Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 So, I'm about 3/4 of the way towards having enough money to get my 69 Tele Thinline reissue that I've been coveting.But, then the shop has a used Mexi-built Jaguar that I played tonight. And I loved it. Lots of cool tone possibilities and much variety.Plus, it's only $400 (used, in damn-near perfect condition).Any of you have any experience with any recent-model Fender Jags from Mexico?But I'm thinking that I want to at least wait until the 69 comes in and I get to play it before pulling the trigger on either.Whaddya think? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bosco Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 I think you should wait, sure you may have found a new love, but after your honeymoon is over you'll still be Jonesin' for the '69 Tele. So, I'm about 3/4 of the way towards having enough money to get my 69 Tele Thinline reissue that I've been coveting.But, then the shop has a used Mexi-built Jaguar that I played tonight. And I loved it. Lots of cool tone possibilities and much variety.Plus, it's only $400 (used, in damn-near perfect condition).Any of you have any experience with any recent-model Fender Jags from Mexico?But I'm thinking that I want to at least wait until the 69 comes in and I get to play it before pulling the trigger on either.Whaddya think? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted March 19, 2013 Author Share Posted March 19, 2013 I am thinking the same thing.I just wanted some backup. This is the Jaguar: And this is the Tele Thinline: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted March 19, 2013 Share Posted March 19, 2013 I'd wait. I've made this mistake a couple times before and regretted it. Maybe do this instead: Keep saving and get the Tele. Then save up some more and look into Squier's new Vintage Modified series of Jags, jazzmasters, Mustangs and Teles. I got one of the Jazzmasters, and after a setup and putting .12s on it, it's a GREAT guitar that only cost $250. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
anthony Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 I'd vote Jag. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ghost of Electricity Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 i'd vote cut your credit card up into little pieces before continuing this discussion otherwise you might end up with both. And debt. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted March 20, 2013 Author Share Posted March 20, 2013 Getting both guitars is not an option. Fear not for my credit rating. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moss Posted March 20, 2013 Share Posted March 20, 2013 Tele, no question about it. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted March 21, 2013 Author Share Posted March 21, 2013 Oh, and this is what I'll be playing it through: Quote Link to post Share on other sites
lamradio Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 I'd vote Jag. This. Personally never been a fan of Tele's, but to each his own. I'd scoop up that Jag in a heartbeat. I've always wanted one... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moss Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 This. Personally never been a fan of Tele's, but to each his own. I'd scoop up that Jag in a heartbeat. I've always wanted one... Actually if it was a non mexi Jag I would probably go that route instead. I already have a Tele though. I still say Todd should stick with the plan and not get distracted by the shiny other thing. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted March 22, 2013 Author Share Posted March 22, 2013 The Jag is Mex-built.The Thinline is Jap-built. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
anthony Posted March 23, 2013 Share Posted March 23, 2013 Mex-built Fenders enjoy a decent reputation, from what I read on the interwebs. Plus, I just love the look of rosewood fret board paired with candy apple red. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted April 9, 2013 Author Share Posted April 9, 2013 Looks like, with a sale that is going on right now, I HAVE ENOUGH!!! The shop ordered one up for me and I should have my new baby any day now! Giggity! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Fritz Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 Looks like, with a sale that is going on right now, I HAVE ENOUGH!!!The shop ordered one up for me and I should have my new baby any day now!Giggity! That is a damn nice guitar. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted April 10, 2013 Share Posted April 10, 2013 You're gonna be happy with that Tele. Glad you weren't derailed by temptation. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted April 16, 2013 Author Share Posted April 16, 2013 It's on back order. Should be in by early June. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted April 17, 2013 Share Posted April 17, 2013 It's on back order. Should be in by early June. Bummer. That's soon, though. Stay strong. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Moss Posted April 18, 2013 Share Posted April 18, 2013 It's on back order. Should be in by early June. I do like that Jaguar quite a bit... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted April 24, 2013 Author Share Posted April 24, 2013 Just put down money on the Tele. It'll be mine as soon as it arrives in the shop.Can't wait to get it home. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted August 14, 2013 Author Share Posted August 14, 2013 So Fender... your customer service SUCKS!Fender promised delivery by June.It got pushed back to the first week in August.NOW, mid-OCTOBER!!!It's enough to turn a guy into a Gibson man!Get your production line and your butts in gear! Called them out on their Facebook page and in Twitter, trying to shame them into getting their butts in gear. They told me to write their Customer Relations department.This is the (verbatim) email that I sent them:Fender Folks,Back in May I ordered a '69 Telecaster Thinline reissue in natural from my local shop. Four times, now the arrival date of the instrument has been pushed back due to "production delays."The first time I was a little bummed, but understand. The second time, when it was pushed back to July, I was a little perturbed. The third time, pushed back to August, getting annoyed.Now, it has been pushed back to October -- and I am flat-out pissed.I understand that there are production demands and whatnot, but to keep a customer waiting for a guitar that he has already paid for is bordering on arrogant.Waiting to hear your response.Thank you. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
jff Posted August 14, 2013 Share Posted August 14, 2013 That sucks. I would be furious and completely over it. There are a lot of great Teles out there if you decide to get your money back and shop around. Buying used would be a good way to punish Fender. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted August 14, 2013 Author Share Posted August 14, 2013 Thing is, by punishing Fender in that way, I would also be punishing the local little guitar shop to whom I really want to give my business.Also, the model that I want (not just any Tele, but it HAS to be the '69 Thinlline reissue) does not appear to be available in-stock in the color that I want. Anywhere. So I kinda have to wait to get what I want, otherwise I'm getting a guitar just to get a guitar. Don't have the money to throw away on that.That's why I passed on the sweet Jaguar I mentioned earlier in the thread. Looks like I'm gonna have to wait. Unless something irresistible comes in, used.But yeah, fuckers have me by the balls. All I can do is call them out on it. Hopefully they'll get the message.(although I somehow doubt it.) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Ghost of Electricity Posted August 18, 2013 Share Posted August 18, 2013 bummer! but when you finally hold it in your hands, none of this will matter. hope it happens sooner rather than later. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
PopTodd Posted October 2, 2013 Author Share Posted October 2, 2013 So, my Telecaster, supposedly arriving in early October should now be in... IN 30 DAYS according to the Fender guy!The good news is, I think that I may be able to get them to upgrade the damn pickups for my excessive waiting and constant delays.Fuckers. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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