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NGD two months on...

Discussion in 'Stratocaster Discussion Forum' started by weavzy, Jan 17, 2021.

  1. weavzy

    weavzy Strat-Talk Member

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    I have to say it...
    I adore my new guitar.

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    I posted my NGD thread in November when I got it, but now Ive had a couple of months to get to know it. Thought Id post my thoughts.

    Its a limited edition FCS 68 relic strat. Hand wound 69 neck HW Fat50s middle and HW Texas Special bridge. Its my first FCS.

    I bought it online without auditioning. The risk was worth it.

    This guitar has exceeded my expectations by orders of magnitude and I can not imagine a better playing and more beautiful looking (in my eyes) instrument.

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    I wont go into all the usual superlatives (neck like butter ect), I'll just say it does everything I can physically do on a guitar effortlessly and pleasurably.

    The pick ups are just phenomenal. The neck is that squishy springy sorta sound that gets the sweet Jimi thing no worries. And the bridge is nasty and chunky. Im trying to find the right hight for the middle with miner tweaks here and there, but it still sounds wonderful.

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    It might sound strange, but I sometimes just look at it. And I cant believe how cool it looks. As a Jimi Deciple, his black strat has always been my favourite, so having one like his is just mind blowing. I cant believe its mine.

    If anyone is thinking avout FCS, do it. These guitars are amazing. Im so happy with my purchase.

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  2. Stratoskater

    Stratoskater Fuzz Meister General

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    Very nice.
     
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  3. EC Strat

    EC Strat Senior Stratmaster Gold Supporting Member

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    That thing is awesome! One of the few relics that I’ve liked the looks of

    how is the Texas special in the neck? Is it harsh? Wondering about how those 3 pickups blend / work / sound together
     
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  4. Antstrat

    Antstrat Most Honored Senior Member

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    Nice :thumb:
     
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  5. Sarnodude

    Sarnodude Most Honored Senior Member

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    Nice axe, and I love your choice of bedroom amp.
     
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  6. Kester

    Kester Senior Stratmaster

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    I really don't like big headstocks or relics. But that looks ace, nice one.
     
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  7. weavzy

    weavzy Strat-Talk Member

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    I wouldnt call it harsh by any stretch. Does mean and bitey make sense?
     
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    InversePolarity Strat-Talk Member

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    That's a winner, well-paired with the SFTR!
     
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  9. weavzy

    weavzy Strat-Talk Member

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    Ha! It is well paired. Id never thought of that. Its a 71. Great match for a 68 strat. Thanks for pointing that out.
     
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  10. stratcpo

    stratcpo Senior Stratmaster

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    That is one fine looking guitar. I agree with you on the FCS guitars. The two I own are the best feeling and playing Strats I've got and get played a lot. Congrats. ENJOY!!!
     
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  11. dublindave8456

    dublindave8456 Strat-O-Master

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    some day.........
     
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  12. catsandstrats

    catsandstrats Strat-Talk Member

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    Hell yeah man. Fun to hear when folks end up with a guitar they love.
     
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  13. dbbluesproject

    dbbluesproject Senior Stratmaster Silver Member

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    Sweet!
     
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  14. Martins Strat

    Martins Strat Strat-O-Master

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    Yep never been a fan of the big headstock except on Jimi’s black Strat.

    Honestly with the relic job this looks even better.

    Isn’t great when you feel like this about a guitar too? Got to enjoy that feeling.
     
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  15. Michael919

    Michael919 Most Honored Senior Member

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    Oh my, that is freaking nice!! Belated NGD!
     
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  16. smithstrato

    smithstrato Senior Stratmaster

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    Extended honeymoon...Congrats on a keeper.
     
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