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    I'm thinking of maybe getting a Strat, instead of building one, and I've narrowed it down to three choices:

    60th Anniversary Standard Stratocaster
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    Highway One Stratocaster
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    Robert Cray Standard Stratocaster

    Any opinions on these?
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    ZoSo - I do not think you can go wrong no matter which one you pick. They’re all Cadillac’s. It just depends which model and interior package you really want. Looks like a tough decision.
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    Well, one quick question to ask yourself is whether or not you want a trem bar, 'cuz the Cray model doesn't have one. Personally, I think the Highway 1 model has some nice features. It's MIA, if that makes a difference to you. I understand it uses the Greasebucket control system. And you can choose from a variety of colors, with either a maple or rosewood neck. But it's well over $100 more than the 60th Anniv. model. Best thing is to do is go to your closest GC and try 'em all!
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    i agree with voodoo....try out a bunch of them and choose the one that works for you....within any of those given models there will be a variety of quality and feels....each guitar is different. The one thing is have heard is that the Highway one models have VERY thin satin finishes that tend to "relic" or show wear marks very soon. Also i think their electronics and such are the same as those used on the MIM's (my tele is MIM and it is great)....

    just play them till one talks to you and says "take me home"

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    All three guitars are "safe bets" so you cant go wrong choosing anyone of them. But I must say that the finish on the anniversary strat is awesome, probably a future collectors item
    I can't say that I've given up on a flanger cause I've never liked the effect either. I also can't say the same about Tremolo. I hate them both equally. - Tone2TheBone 2009

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    I know the RC one is a non trem, I almost bought one before I built Black Betty. RC also is a string through design, love that tone!
    The finish on the H1 is the only thing that worries me, but I'm not brutal with my stuff.
    I love the way the 60th one looks, she would look even better with a white pearloid pickgaurd too, that's the only one I haven't played yet. Guess I'll have to go play one.
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    After doing a little hunting on flebay, I could put a nice American strat together for the third of the cost of a new one! (can't get away from the building thing,,hehe)
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    Quote Originally Posted by ZoSo65
    After doing a little hunting on flebay, I could put a nice American strat together for the third of the cost of a new one! (can't get away from the building thing,,hehe)
    If you were patient (that's a tough one!), you could probably do it, and get it in your choice of color too!
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    Quote Originally Posted by r_a_smith3530
    If you were patient (that's a tough one!), you could probably do it, and get it in your choice of color too!
    There's no rush with this one, but it would be nice to get that strat tone soon, but I can wait, I think,,LOL
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    ,,,and so, the journey begins

    Just picked up an '05 American Deluxe body in Chrome Silver,,,woot!
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    Chrome Silver?!? Pics.. PLEASE!
    I can't say that I've given up on a flanger cause I've never liked the effect either. I also can't say the same about Tremolo. I hate them both equally. - Tone2TheBone 2009

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    ZoSo - My wife says go with the Robert Cray signature Strat.
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    Sweet... Show us pics, man! What are you gonna use for other parts?
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    Soon as I get the body I'll take some pics of it.
    As far as the other parts, it'll be all Fender stuff.
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    This is what I'm working on
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    Dude, that's gonna be nice... Keep us posted on your progress and any hints, or problems you come across. Us mechanically challenged individuals will live vicariously through you.
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    Just ordered the SCN (Samarium Cobalt Noiseless) pups, and the pickgaurd.
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    I dig the look of the black p'up covers and knobs against that silver MOTO pickguard & body. Very tight! Sounds like she's gonna' be Strat-a-licious, Zoso.
    Last edited by Nelskie; May 12th, 2006 at 05:56 AM.

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    Oohhhh... hot hot hot... That is going to be a KILLER guitar Zoso!
    I can't say that I've given up on a flanger cause I've never liked the effect either. I also can't say the same about Tremolo. I hate them both equally. - Tone2TheBone 2009

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