FS/FT Fender Tele FMT HH

[jbear]

I just recently picked up this guitar; it is beautifully made and has some fantastic tones (push/pull coil splitter in the tone control). I got it because I love those particular Duncan's and the idea of a mahogany Tele is very appealing to me. One thing that I just can seem to warm to is the flat radius of the board and jumbo frets. The neck is on the thin side and that's really not my favorite either. Anyway, I can probably get used to it if keep playing it, but I think I'd like to see if I can sell it or trade it.
Price: $525 OBO shipped and Insured
Trade Considerations: Let me know what you have. Carvins, Teles, Strats (maple neck...got plenty of rosewood...but then again...?), SG's, Partscasters, Ibanez and Yamaha 70's guitars, Ibanez 540s, Tube Amps, Polytones, Reverend Hellhound, Small Boogies, I can add cash for the right deal.
Condition: Excellent. A few minor marks here and there, but nothing significant.
Pictures can be seen here: http://www.joeliblacher.com/p260332492
I can provide more specifics upon request. Very low action (new .10's) in fact if I keep it I'll raise the action for myself.
My E*ay ID is jbear55. Feel free to check out my feedback.
Specs:
* Body: Mahogany, with Carved Flame Maple Top
* Body Color: Transparent Amber
* Neck: Mahogany, Set Neck, Modern “C” Shape, Gloss Urethane Finish
* Fingerboard: Rosewood, 15.75” Radius (400 mm)
* No. of Frets: 22 Jumbo Frets
* Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm)
* Width @ Nut: 1.625" (41.3 mm)
* Hardware: Black Chrome
* Machine Heads: Cast/Sealed Tuning Machines
* Bridge: 6-Saddle Strings-Through-Body Hardtail Bridge
* Pickups:
Bridge: Seymour Duncan® SHPGP-1B Pearly Gates Plus
Neck: Seymour Duncan® SH-1N RP ‘59 Reverse Polarity
* Pickup Switching: 3-Position Toggle:
* Position 1. Bridge Pickup
* Position 2. Bridge and Neck Pickups
* Position 3. Neck Pickup
* Controls: Master Volume, Master Tone with Push/Pull Coil Select Feature
* Cream Colored Top Body Binding,
* Oversized Abalone Dot Position Inlays,
* Matching Painted Headstock,
* Graphite Nut

 

[jbear]

Re: FS/FT Fender Tele FMT HH

I'll be here when you're ready...I need something new to play with...don't you?

 

[jbear]

Re: FS/FT Fender Tele FMT HH

Traded!
Thanks to all who responded...some tough choices out there.
If they made this guitar with a fatter neck...

 

[cronnin]

Re: FS/FT Fender Tele FMT HH

Interesting, I spent 2 years looking for exactly that neck

 

[jbear]

Re: FS/FT Fender Tele FMT HH

It's such a personal thing. Some thinner necks I do like. I think it is the perfect storm combination of thin neck, flat radius, and jumbo frets. I could probably live with the neck if the frets were medium.
I've played ice hockey for 40 years...I cannot stand using a stick that isn't the perfect length and lie. I play with guys who can grab any old thing and they're perfectly happy. Same with guitars...guess I'm just weird.

 

[infrared72]

Re: FS/FT Fender Tele FMT HH

I can vouch for the FMT HH Telecaster - I have a Blue 2003 FMT Tele with P-Rails and I love it. I've been through quite a number of different humbuckers before settling on the set of P-Rails. I think the P-Rails area great fit for this guitar. I love the neck and the big frets. If you're a Les Paul player, you'll be right at home with this neck.

I would also say that that SD Jazz set also sounded pretty darn good on this tele.

-PT

 

[jbear]

Re: FS/FT Fender Tele FMT HH

The tone was never an issue...it's got great sound. I love 59's and the PG is a good one too. Interesting that you say that LP players will be comfortable with this guitar. I have an LP and the neck and frets are nothing like the FMT. Maybe you have a different model than I do...mine's an LP STD. Anyway...it's gone. Traded for a modded 50's Esquire with a Duncan Broadcaster in the bridge, a Tex Mex in the neck, an RS electronics kit, and electrosocket jack, and most importantly...a nice chunky neck (maple, 9.5, SS frets). Maybe I'll try another FMT someday...nice axe...no denying that.