My Squier Duo-Sonic arrived yesterday; was too involved with the instrument to update anything here. The Duo-Sonic isn't a new product, it's an instrument in the Fender range made in 1956 as a student alternative; a reference to a more affordable model by the manufacturer compared to the primary sellers at that point in history- the Strat & Tele. The Duo-Sonic saw its demise in 1969 but resurrected in 1994 for a 3-year production period.
The pickguard is indeed a gold-tinged aluminium, doubt if it's anodized. The only inaccuracy here is the Squier's 12 screw attachment, the original Duo-Sonic had only 8.
The subtle maple flame seen at the headstock is indeed eye candy. As evident here, the good Chinese production hands included the instrument's job card, documenting the guitar's necessary measurements for refderence should the owner need to differ.
The Duo-Sonic sports the current Jaguar scale-length: 24". This is another inaccuracy as the original Duo-Sonic had a 22.5" scale length by default. The guitar plays nicely, it might be just me but I thought I play faster on this one... either this or it's the Red Bull at work.BGW Guitars- this was where I got this instrument from. If you are interested, please visit this link: http://www.bgwguitars.com/
Founder, Mr. Brendon Leung, provided an impeccable customer service which included shipping updates & price negotiations- kudos!
2 comments:
Subbie it's a beauty!
How's the stock pick-up?
stock pickups- above average but not quite fantastic. i prefer the tone of uncovered single coils- more snap.
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