Are Thinline Teles good?
Are Thinline Teles good?
Thinline – Advantages As with all Telecasters… they are good at everything! Both guitars can do a wide range of genres as is the versatility of the Tele. The advantage to the Thinline however, (in my opinion) is that it shines the most when playing rhythm.
Who plays Thinline?
Since the 1990s the Thinline has appeared in the hands of some of rock’s biggest musicians including Paul Westerberg, Thom Yorke, Carrie Brownstein of Sleater-Kinney and Jonny Buckland of Coldplay.
What is the difference between a Telecaster and a Thinline Telecaster?
The Quick Answer The standard Telecaster has a solid body, whereas the Thinline Telecaster has a semi-hollow body. The Thinline Telecaster is lighter and has a warmer tone but is more susceptible to feedback compared to the standard solid body Telecaster which sounds brighter.
Why is Telecaster called Thinline?
The design was originally an attempt to reduce the weight of the solid-body Telecaster guitar, which had become ever heavier throughout the 1960s due to the dwindling supply of the light ash wood Fender had formerly used.
What are thinline telecasters good for?
Pros and cons of a Thinline Telecaster
| Pros | Cons |
|---|---|
| Great for rhythm | Their unique tone might not be what a producer looks for |
| Amazing look | Feedback issues |
| Nice sound with effects | Less sustain |
| Rounder, warmer tele tone |
How thick is a Thinline Telecaster body?
Body thickness: 44.45mm.
What are Thinline telecasters good for?
What’s the difference between a Telecaster and Stratocaster?
Telecaster Electronics. The Stratocaster and Telecaster generally have similar electronics. They each have a master volume control, but where the Tele only has one tone control, the Strat has dedicated tone knobs for the middle and bridge pickups.
