Fender Player Telecaster HH

AUGUST 2019 TOTAL GUITAR
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he Fender Telecaster is much loved
across the music world. It’s a
player’s guitar, a nod of the head
and a doff of the cap to those who
know. And yet, as loved as they
are, you’d be hard pushed to say
they are versatile. Two single-coil
pickups, alone or in tandem,
simply can’t cover as much tonal ground as other
contemporary guitars. You’d certainly never
choose them for playing heavier styles. Unless
you’re in Gojira, of course. Yet there is an
unmistakable Tele vibe which some crave. So we
present to you four variations on the Tele theme.
Each off ers a faithful homage to that classic
shape, yet all come equipped with dual
humbuckers, meaning heavier styles and
versatility are well within grasp.
Up today we have the Ibanez FRIX6FDQM,
which melds the best of Ibanez’s metal-leaning
design standards with a striking, familiar off set
body. The Chapman ML3 Modern, updated for
2019, brings a touch of individualism to the class.
G&L brings its ASAT Deluxe carved top, off ering
the closest representation of a ‘real’ Fender. And,
keeping guard, the Fender Player Telecaster HH is
here to remind everyone who’s boss. Let’s look at
how each fares in the real world.
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