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Fran wrote:But if your set on the mustang shape try looking for a Squier Cyclone, they are rare but cheap and still use a Strat tremolo after all that.

I would love a Cyclone. I don't know whether I prefer the Strat tremolo to the Mustang one. I think I do, just because I can set it up better. I know I can get a Strat trem set exactly the way I want it, with the Mustang it often feels like I can get it set so that it works well, but it always feels like a bit of a fluke.

I really like the Mustang trem, but the Strat system seems like the perfect design. It's so customisable.

Fran wrote:

ultratwin wrote:

timhulio wrote:Tele too honky? I present to you, the FENDER STRATOCASTER!

These guitars aren't just for jerks. They're extremely versatile, play and sound great, and they're so comfortable to hold.

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Seriously Medicine Melancholy, screw the vanilla image and whatever first pops into your mind. I've totally fallen in love in love with my CIJ ST68 simply for the playability and fantastic tones in every position and use it alongside my Teles and Jazzmaster all the time. Simply said, use the trem and neck pickup as you need too and enjoy why it's such a brilliant design.

Totally agree with both posts. We had a long winded conversation about Strat's not long ago which you may find an interesting read.

But if your set on the mustang shape try looking for a Squier Cyclone, they are rare but cheap and still use a Strat tremolo after all that.

The Cyclones unfortunately have a humbucker in the bridge... I could swap it out of course but it's extra money and effort. A proper Fender Cyclone would be great but I can't seem to find one anywhere, I or II.

The I has a humbucker. II's look well nice, one of the few Fenders i've wanted to try and never have. Having said that they dont sell cheap, your criteria suggests modifying a Squier Cyclone is about the best route unless your budget is flexible.

Heres an interesting mix in south florida Craigslist, Add said he wanted it gone by late last monrh though.


I have an orange fender cyclone, squier edition, though it has been upgraded with some kick ass pickups as well as new electronics. This thing sounds like an american made strat, and has more natural tone than some mexican strats ive played. It has a p-90 in the bridge which is great for that punch and snarl that comes with overdriven guitar. It sounds really crunchy. It also has a vintage strat pickup in the neck and that sounds as glassy as you want it to when you set it for it. Its a real tone-monster, gotta try it out. It also looks amazing, pearloid pickguard, rosewood fretboard. Why pay a little less for one of those strats that come in the packs? you can get THIS ONE that literally sounds and plays like its worth so much more than I am asking. $175

Heres the link to see the picture.

http://miami.craigslist.org/pbc/msg/1975061429.html

Is there are reason a mustang trem can't go on a CV duo-sonic? Body too thin or something? Then you'd have your self a classic vibe mustang.

I honestly know next to nothing about trems, not my sport.

Stuart wrote:Is there are reason a mustang trem can't go on a CV duo-sonic? Body too thin or something? Then you'd have your self a classic vibe mustang.

I honestly know next to nothing about trems, not my sport.

I would absolutely love that (if possible).

Stuart wrote:Is there are reason a mustang trem can't go on a CV duo-sonic? Body too thin or something? Then you'd have your self a classic vibe mustang.

I honestly know next to nothing about trems, not my sport.

Yeah, this wouldn't be a bad idea, but I'm really not too fond of the current colour of the Duo Sonic.

Well, you could refinish the body after you've routed out the holes for the trem.

...or just buy a Mustang.

Actually putting in a trem will probably involve cutting bits out and awkward luthier stuff... mayeb not a good idea.

You can always put a humbucker size p90 in the squier cyclone if you realllllly want an all single coil mustang type shortscale on the cheap. GFS makes good affordable ones

Brian Molko has a similar deal in his fender cyclone.

You should snap that Cyclone up for $175. I love the look of it. A strat trem can be set up nicely as well - just takes a bit of practice.

A friend of mine has said he'll give me a go of his Jaguar. Haven't played anything but a Strat LP or Tele in ages.

I'd still go with a Squier Bullet strat for single coils, its a hell of a lot of guitar for the money.

I'm completely pleased with my sunburst one.