Those Infamous Fender F-Tuners (1967 – 1981)
From 1967 through 1981, Fender used the now-infamous F-stamped tuners on many Telecasters, Stratocasters, and the majority of their product line. For some players, they’re a charming piece of CBS-era ...
14 Okt 202521min
Everything You Wanted To Know About Bigsby-Equipped Fender Telecasters
The Telecaster is known for its twang and simplicity—but add a Bigsby, and it becomes something completely different. In this video, I explore the history of Bigsby-equipped Telecasters, from Paul Big...
7 Okt 202534min
The Truth About Tough Gigs & The Difference Between "Shows" & "Gigs"
Not every gig goes the way you want it to. Technical issues, a rough mix, or even just playing for a crowd that couldn’t care less can be frustrating. In this video, I talk about what it’s like to kee...
26 Sep 202521min
Fender’s Best Bang-for-Buck Telecaster Yet
The Fender Vintera II LE Road Worn ’60s Telecaster might be one of the best bang-for-your-buck guitars Fender has released in years. For the first time, Fender has made a maple-cap neck ’60s style Tel...
26 Sep 202513min
Rosewood Fretboard Telecasters: Tone, Feel & History
When Fender switched the Telecaster from one-piece maple necks to rosewood fingerboards in 1959, the guitar’s sound and feel changed forever. In this video, I take a close look at the history of rosew...
9 Sep 202520min
Albert Lee’s B-Bender Tricks You Can Steal
Albert Lee is one of the most inventive B-bender players in history. Today we look at Albert’s gear, his trademark Telecaster tone, and the 4 basic shapes he uses to create many of those flowing, peda...
26 Aug 202521min
3 Gigs, 2 Sessions, and a Lightning Strike — D'Addario XS Strings Still Going
Three outdoor Georgia/Florida gigs with Brad Paisley in August , 90°+ heat, swampy humidity, and sweat everywhere. Normally, that’s when strings go dead and feel sluggish, but my D’Addario XS coated s...
18 Aug 202513min
Guitar Nut Width & Why It Matters
Ever picked up a guitar and thought, “This just doesn’t feel right?” It might be the nut width, the measurement that directly impacts string spacing and left-hand comfort. In this video, we break down...
5 Aug 202522min
