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2011/08/15 09:33:10 (permalink)

Big Tex Guitars?

Rockin Robin has these.  I played with one the other day and fell in love.  Anyone heard of them?  
http://www.bigtexguitars.com/guitars2.html


I was thinking Blackguiard 53 tele, but the custom colors are nice.  





Great reviews on Harmony Central
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Anyone heard much about these guys?

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    The Maillard Reaction
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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 09:54:28 (permalink)

    I don't see Wookie on the endorsement list.



    and this:

    "You can purchase a Big Tex Guitar with confidence, knowing you're getting the best the replica guitar industry has to offer."


    Leaves me thinking I would be just as happy with a Fernandez.


    Plus there's not a bunch of info about how they make the guitars.

    Like for example; are they just refinished Fender MIM Standards? Or do they select the wood and build their own stuff from scratch?

    Then there is the whole... "why can't they paint it so it's not all buggered up" question. Can you get a nice gloss finish? Do you have to get a beat up guitar? Etc.


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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 09:57:56 (permalink)
    I played one this weekend.  It was awesome.  

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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 09:58:29 (permalink)
    Lotsa BIG questions there Mic.

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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 10:03:55 (permalink)
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    I played one this weekend.  It was awesome.  


    I have no doubt.... but this is why I immediately suspected it was just a bashed up MIM Standard.




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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 10:07:45 (permalink)
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    Lotsa BIG questions there Mic.


    I guess he doesn't like authentic new vintage, even when one of 'em has some 'Vargas' type artwork on it.

    He's made me want a 'Fernandez' brand guitar now though.

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    In the meantime we should all go shopping to console ourselves" - Banksy
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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 10:21:56 (permalink)
    I haven't Space.

    I have a Strat '57 with a soft V neck. I sure like that neck. Most would probably
    consider it a slow neck.

    I don't like those old Tele bridges. I use my fingers. The cutaway bridges of that style
    are much, much better.

    One should also note that the 9.5 radius may not be the best choice for shredding. Sure is comfortable though for playing and chording.

    Alder would be my choice. Marketing has a way of pushing Ash like it's so much better and then pricing it over Alder when the truth be told it's not and the extra cost is due to the hassle of putting a finish on it.

    Just some thoughts.
     
    This guy is worth listening to. He's been around.

    Would really like to go there- I saw many guitars I'd like to play.
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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 10:31:27 (permalink)

    Here's an almost a  Fernandes that is making me drool right now:



    I'm under the impression that "blues" is a venture started by the former Fernandes custom shop manager.

    I really enjoy how original that guitars design is.

    The fact that it is not a USA guitar precludes it from my collection (that's a little protection racket I run on myself).



    Here's a USA company that is making an original product that I am lusting for:




    www.normandyguitars.com








    post edited by mike_mccue - 2011/08/15 10:35:03


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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 11:05:48 (permalink)
    OMG


    Rockin Robin sells surfboards....


    Now I have major G.A.S.


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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 11:19:51 (permalink)
    I have been shopping at rockin robin for 30 years.  It is my favorite place in Houston where everyone has their clothes on.  

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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 11:24:53 (permalink)
    I've been familiar with them since the days when I subscribed to the old small format Vintage Guitar snail mailing list.

    They always seemed to be pricing stuff fairly and describing stuff accurately... which was a lot less common back then.

    I'd love to visit the place someday.

    best regards,
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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 11:49:30 (permalink)
    Rockin Robin is like a museum.  Bart has a good selection of roadworthy equipment, but he has - Not For Sale - a bunch of awesome stuff - and some oddballs.  Plus his selection of vintage drums is incredible.  

    No keys, no recording equipment - just basses, guitars, amps, pedals and long boards.  

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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 11:52:28 (permalink)
    I never knew about the long boards.

    Now I want to surf one of them endless oil tanker wake waves out in the channel.


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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 11:59:55 (permalink)
    Step into liquid - was that the movie that featured surfing the tanker wakes?  

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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 13:16:09 (permalink)
    I saw it in one of those movies.... that must be the one.

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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 13:27:49 (permalink)
    During lunch I decided to email Callaham Guitars about their Tele style bridges.

    I've used their parts and they are excellent. The issue I mentioned to them is that
    many people, including myself, do not want the string thru.

    I mentioned that having the option for a top load Tele style would be great.

    It wasn't minutes and Mr. Callaham mailed me back!  No sweat, how many you want?
    Man, then I had to tell him...I'm nobody but I'd sure like two right now if possible...LOL
    I'm curious to find out what happens.

    He really should add them to the offerings. Maybe he will.

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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 13:33:37 (permalink)
    I guess I'll never understand the allure of the "fake" relic trend.  Beat it up yorownself ifn ya must...but don't be a poser...now really.

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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 13:39:36 (permalink)
    I'm not even fond of old ancient played to death guitars that weren't treated with care and respect.

    I'm looking at a used Chandler 555 on ebay at it's got major belt buckle rash and I'm thinking... what kind of guitar player let that happen day after day?




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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 13:43:26 (permalink)
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    I guess I'll never understand the allure of the "fake" relic trend.  Beat it up yorownself ifn ya must...but don't be a poser...now really.

    My Ol Pal
    I have seen ads for Fender Strats that were Relic-ed.  The ads say "Mint Condition".  Huh?  

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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 14:34:50 (permalink)

    Relic-ed but in mint condition, that about describes me to a tee.

    I even have the same teeth I was born with, a few more years I'll have the same hair too.
    post edited by Jonbouy - 2011/08/15 14:38:58

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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 14:48:55 (permalink)
    But you earned it my bouy... if I may call you my "bouy".





    edit: I should learn how to spell or read or both
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    Re:Big Tex Guitars? 2011/08/15 15:24:19 (permalink)
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    But you earned my bouy... if I may call you "bouy".


    Of course you may.  I get called all sorts of things, usually without being asked first.

    :D

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