rocketman Posted June 4, 2015 Share Posted June 4, 2015 I hear you but the S-1 switch is interesting. It gives you a little more beef for heavier tunes. Before I got my PRS I used my Strat to play Limelight. Alex layered a ton of guitars on that tune. When I put it back to normal it gave me that classic Strat pop, especially my American with an ash body. I don't use the S-1 switch much anymore, but it's a nice feature. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btoth76 Posted June 4, 2015 Author Share Posted June 4, 2015 Hello! So I went to the shop for test drive. Unfortunately, - despite their website saying it's in stock - they didn't had any of that model in the shop. They said the same thing as my favorite shop: it can be ordered from the regional distributor. Not happy with that, to be honest. While there, I asked for a MIM Strat. A Standard. They didn't had any Fenders with the Texas Special pickups. So, I tried this guitar, just to have a better picture of a Strat: First, I inspected it visually. Looks precisely crafted, no flaws. Very nice sunburst finish. The neck is satin finished and very comfortable to hold. The guitar wasn't set up, but I never expect that. I agree with the manufacturer's approach of shipping guitars with an optimal setup. (I understand why they do that, I wouldn't do that differently either). Anyways, everyone has his own preferences. It got connected to a big Peavey all-tube combo. The bridge pickup sounded piercingly bright, but the middle and neck pickup was very pleasing. Also, - I have noticed - they are wired with opposed polarity: when two pickups are on, the hum is gone. It sounded somewhat twangier than my Tele with Hot AlNiCo pickups - but it might have been just due to different amps. The tone controls are really usable, very reactive. The guitar sounded superbly when I rolled back the volume control on it. Great guitar for the price. I'd definitely buy the Roadhouse Deluxe unseen, if I could get sure somehow, that the guitar I'd receive will be made to the same quality. But, there is no guarantee, right? I am looking further, to find a shop where I can try the same model I am after. Cheers... Bence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. C.O. Jones Posted June 4, 2015 Share Posted June 4, 2015 I would go with a shop with good reputation, and where you can get your money back if you don't like the guitar. Like Thomann's 30 days money back. My last experience showed me one thing, sometimes you have to take the risk. But believe me bro, until I checked the guitar many times and every detail I was worried and scared to death. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btoth76 Posted June 4, 2015 Author Share Posted June 4, 2015 Hello Marcos! The last thing I would do is to order from them. First, as soon as You add an item to cart it will charge You with Your own, local VAT. It's 27% here, opposed to Germany's 19%. If You order from UK, they never do this. Also, if I place an order at a local dealer, the guitar would cost me 220.000 HUF. In Germany and UK, it's 250.000 HUF! That's a hardcase worth of price difference. I don't know the reason behind this, usually even the net price is lower in West-Europe than in Hungary. Not in this case, though. Cheers... Bence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4Hayden Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 Hello Marcos! The last thing I would do is to order from them. First, as soon as You add an item to cart it will charge You with Your own, local VAT. It's 27% here, opposed to Germany's 19%. If You order from UK, they never do this. Also, if I place an order at a local dealer, the guitar would cost me 220.000 HUF. In Germany and UK, it's 250.000 HUF! That's a hardcase worth of price difference. I don't know the reason behind this, usually even the net price is lower in West-Europe than in Hungary. Not in this case, though. Cheers... Bence Sounds like we need to open a Guitar Store near you , lucky here that's not a problem. Good luck Bence 4H Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevDavidLee Posted June 5, 2015 Share Posted June 5, 2015 Bence just needs to move to the USA! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4Hayden Posted June 7, 2015 Share Posted June 7, 2015 Bence just needs to move to the USA! Yep and we need a update bence , you've got me wanting one of that color 4H Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btoth76 Posted June 7, 2015 Author Share Posted June 7, 2015 Bence just needs to move to the USA! Yep and we need a update bence , you've got me wanting one of that color 4H Thank You, both for the invitation! :D I often feel it would be better somewhere else, but I rather wait until all my fellow countrymen leave the place. Then it would be beautiful place to live in. :D Anyways, not much progress so far. I couldn't find a Strat with Texas Specials pickups in it to try. As much as I like everything about the guitar's look (obviously, that shouldn't be the main factor), I am afraid of purchasing it unseen. So, it's not easy, but I didn't gave up. Meanwhile, Dad made me an active impedance-matching preamp for my Les Paul Recording. Now I can use it at it's full potential. It has super-nice Strat tones. Cheers... Bence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btoth76 Posted June 8, 2015 Author Share Posted June 8, 2015 Hello! In progress. :) Although, the story got a slight twist. ;) I'll be back in a couple of days. Cheers... Bence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pippy Posted June 8, 2015 Share Posted June 8, 2015 Bence just needs to move to the USA! ...the story got a slight twist......I'll be back in a couple of days... Send us a postcard! P. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btoth76 Posted June 8, 2015 Author Share Posted June 8, 2015 Send us a postcard! P. Hello Pippy! No, not moving. :D Cheers... Bence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RevDavidLee Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 OMG I found a picture of Bence's house! Dude - let's throw a party! Looks like you have room for everyone on the Gibson forums! Woot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btoth76 Posted June 9, 2015 Author Share Posted June 9, 2015 That's a brilliant idea, Rev! After long-long decades, - finally - the place would be filled with lovely people! If we could gather a couple of people around here, to clean the place of rats first, I will bring the wine. :) Cheers... Bence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4Hayden Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 That's a brilliant idea, Rev! After long-long decades, - finally - the place would be filled with lovely people! If we could gather a couple of people around here, to clean the place of rats first, I will bring the wine. :) Cheers... Bence Sounds like a plan to me 4H Psst I can get that strat in the USA and ship it to you Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btoth76 Posted June 9, 2015 Author Share Posted June 9, 2015 Thank You! You are a gentleman! Unfortunately, the Customs officers aren't. Not to mention, the 27% of VAT on S/H too! That's why importing from the U.S. is out of my choices. But, there is something in progress already. ;) All I can say now is... More, when it will be in my hands. :) Cheers... Bence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. C.O. Jones Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Mhhhh, Bence! Your a nasty one, slow striptease. Can't wait to see more. This weekend I looked more closely on a few Squier's, Strat's and Tele's. I thought they where worse, felt pretty solid. But theres no way I would pay what they where asking for them. But If I would find one used and for a good price it would be fine as travel guitar. Loved the look's of a yellow Tele. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btoth76 Posted June 9, 2015 Author Share Posted June 9, 2015 Mhhhh, Bence! Your a nasty one, slow striptease. Can't wait to see more. This weekend I looked more closely on a few Squier's, Strat's and Tele's. I thought they where worse, felt pretty solid. But theres no way I would pay what they where asking for them. But If I would find one used and for a good price it would be fine as travel guitar. Loved the look's of a yellow Tele. Hello Marcos. I gave up on the yellow one, because I have found something very interesting. Very similiar in appearance, though. The one, I've found, fits the description "value for the money". ;) But, it's not in my hands yet. When it will arrive, I will share the whole story behind it. Cheers... Bence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4Hayden Posted June 9, 2015 Share Posted June 9, 2015 Hello Marcos. I gave up on the yellow one, because I have found something very interesting. Very similiar in appearance, though. The one, I've found, fits the description "value for the money". ;) But, it's not in my hands yet. When it will arrive, I will share the whole story behind it. Cheers... Bence But that head stock serial no. was from USA. hmmmmm 4H Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btoth76 Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 But that head stock serial no. was from USA. hmmmmm 4H Indeed! ;) Cheers... Bence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4Hayden Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Indeed! ;) Cheers... Bence You have my interests up Bence but I'm proud for you buddy 4H Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btoth76 Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 Just got informed: delivery on Friday. The last example of the model from the regional dealer. Best wishes... Bence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4Hayden Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Just got informed: delivery on Friday. The last example of the model from the regional dealer. Best wishes... Bence That was luck getting the last model , now tick tick the waiting game you have something to look forward too now. Fist Bump Bence 4H Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Versatile Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Love Strats... IMO a very 'versatile' easy handling ergonomic work of genius... Many specs to consider... Personal favourite is the Arctic White American with standard pickups c.2008... It can take a while 'living with' to explore all tonal options And, excuse me for mentioning, complements a Jazzmaster to perfection.... <_< :blink: Taxi...!! V Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
btoth76 Posted June 10, 2015 Author Share Posted June 10, 2015 Hello! To be honest, this is my favorite Strat looks-wise: Without the relicing - of course. But that's a Custom Shop model, which is not an option for me. Faded fiesta red (coral) with rosewood fingerboard. I also love the white/maple fingerboard version too. And the one that is coming. :) Cheers... Bence Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Silvercrow Posted June 10, 2015 Share Posted June 10, 2015 Hello! To be honest, this is my favorite Strat looks-wise: Without the relicing - of course. But that's a Custom Shop model, which is not an option for me. Faded fiesta red (coral) with rosewood fingerboard. I also love the white/maple fingerboard version too. And the one that is coming. :) Cheers... Bence Well, I've been watching this thread with bated breath! I'm looking forward to seeing your Strat Bence! (If indeed it is a Strat...would Bencie throw us a curve-ball? There is a reason that the original one "fell through" for you. And I suspect this U.S. made guitar will bring you much happiness! I played Strats, Teles and the G&L versions (Legacy and ASAT Classic respectively)for around 40 years and although I am head over heels with my recent discovery of Gibson, a Strat and particularly a Tele, will always have a strong spot in my heart! C'mon Friday! Brian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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