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  1. Demystifying The Amp Presence Control

    Demystifying The Amp Presence Control
    Like the Strat quack or the fat humbucker sound, there are numerous examples of imaginative descriptions when it comes to music. But players aren't the only ones that use lively language to describe tones in the world of music gear. Take Fender's amps for example: along with the standard volume, gain and EQ knobs, a few of their amps also feature a setting labeled "Presence." Much like the "Attack" control, the presence knob isn't named for what it technically does to your tone but for what it sounds like it's doing. In this article, we discuss what this knob actually controls, how it works and how it differs from other amp settings.   Continue reading →
  2. Fender Squier Vintage Modified Baritone Jazzmaster

    Fender Squier Vintage Modified Baritone Jazzmaster
    [caption id="attachment_2072" align="alignright" width="300"]Squier-Vintage-Modified-Baritone-Jazzmaster Fender Squier Vintage Modified Baritone Jazzmaster Bass[/caption] Squier presents one of its most distinctive instruments ever in the deeply resounding form of the Vintage Modified Baritone Jazzmaster guitar. Tuned A to A and featuring the 30” scale length of a short-scale bass, it lends a rumbling baritone sonic character all its own to your sound and features the authentic vintage-style look of Fender’s seldom-seen Antigua finish, with a matching pickguard. Fingerboard binding and white pearloid block inlays impart even more elegance, and that deep one-of-a-kind twang rocks loud and clear from a pair of Dual Duncan Designed single-coil Jazzmaster pickups. All together, the Vintage Modified Baritone Jazzmaster makes for a singularly exciting Squier playing experience. Continue reading →
  3. Quick Tips For Better Stratocaster Tone

    Quick Tips For Better Stratocaster Tone
    Q: "I love my Stratocaster but I am always looking to enhance my tone. Aside from replacing the pickups or anything else involving a soldering iron, is there anything I can do to upgrade my Strat's tone?"   Continue reading →
  4. Fender 57/62 Stratocaster Pickups Review With Video Demo

    Fender 57/62 Stratocaster Pickups Review With Video Demo
    The Original 57/62 pickups set is Fender's in-house answer to single-coils that aim to deliver the vintage-Strat sound, feel and vibe in a relatively inexpensive package. Reversed engineered from a 1963 Stratocaster, these pickups can be found on the company's American Vintage Strat model. With so much competition in the realm of pickups that aim to deliver vintage Strat tone from big brands and boutique manufacturers alike, how does Fender's own set fair? Surprisingly well, actually! Continue reading →
  5. Differences Between Fender Precision and Jazz Bass

    Differences Between Fender Precision and Jazz Bass
    [caption id="attachment_3240" align="alignright" width="208"]BothAgain Fender Standard Jazz Bass (Above) and the Fender Standard Precision Bass (Below).[/caption] The Fender Precision Bass and Jazz Bass are two of the most popular instruments in the world, used by players in nearly every genre. Since their respective release dates, these two basses have maintained a consistent level of popularity along with their fair share of die-hard fans. But despite outside similarities, the Precision Bass and Jazz Bass are two different instruments, each offering their own feel, tone and playability. While they have both changed since their release over 50 years ago, they have maintained most of their core features as well as their key differences. Continue reading →