Vintage Stratocaster Project - OLD Wood & Modern Electronics

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  • @monsithomassi9269
    @monsithomassi9269 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    No worries about not going 100% authentic or "time-correct" on the rebuild. I really dig the idea of the modded electronics, because from an artistical view, it is crucial to unblock your performance as good as possible. If that means to get rid of the limitations of a vintage wiring, go for it. You are not pulling apart an all original instrument, nothing will be lost compared to the point where this project started. You are the performer and this will be your custom tool. I have barely seen anyone has such a sensitive and caring approach to those old parts and guitars, please go on exactly like you do and keep following your intuition.

  • @glennweiler7232
    @glennweiler7232 4 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Would go for a 60’s pickguard myself. Mint green might look cool

    • @MatthewScottmusic
      @MatthewScottmusic  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Was trying to stay accurate to 50s on the body but I do wish I has a 64 mint guard.

    • @b.rodclark7349
      @b.rodclark7349 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      The gold anodized pickguard would look the 50s part perfectly.

  • @billgross176
    @billgross176 4 ปีที่แล้ว +68

    I’ve never liked the big headstock look but if you don’t have that hang up and if you intend this guitar to be your personal player I suggest you pick the neck that feels and performs best to you - and not care what anyone on youtube thinks... present company excepted of course. :)

    • @BCBBCL
      @BCBBCL 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't see this one surpassing the 59 sunburst as his no1 guitar

    • @frankhoxsey1177
      @frankhoxsey1177 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@BCBBCL I agree. However, this could be a great backup or other option for a different sound.

    • @MatthewScottmusic
      @MatthewScottmusic  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Right on. I never liked them much either. The 64 neck may be the winner here

    • @markeyhendrix
      @markeyhendrix ปีที่แล้ว

      Wish I could afford that other neck but you defo made the right choice on the one you picked it looks mint

  • @fnersch3367
    @fnersch3367 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Musical instrument building and restorations keeps me sane. Been doing it for 60 years. Your project here is a good one. Nice looking electronics.

  • @instant_coffee_is_evil
    @instant_coffee_is_evil 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Matt! Can't wait to hear the final result! That bridge pick-up retains all my attention here, especially with a lightweight 57 hardtail body! 👍

  • @kingsocke7702
    @kingsocke7702 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    yes im literally at a point in my life where i need to watch your videos

  • @the.family.channel
    @the.family.channel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Looking forward to seeing it all together man, I think its gonna be killer.

  • @kevinedgeman8508
    @kevinedgeman8508 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hi Matthew, from what I can tell, you have good instincts about what works best on a given instrument. Follow your gut, first impressions are often correct. The " purist" folks will have a hissy, but you are playing it not them. Love the electronics.

  • @GuitarNerdMichael
    @GuitarNerdMichael 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I can't wait to see how this turns out! I'm watching this while building another Junkcaster with parts from old Squiers, MIM and whatever else I got in my boneyard.

  • @russellesimonetta3835
    @russellesimonetta3835 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm all in on using modern components that replicate the best of the old.

  • @tideslider664
    @tideslider664 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    your headed in the right direction .YOUR guitar is an extension of YOUR personality so how ever you do it is great.i like 64 neck and smaller headstocks myself plus I was born in 64

  • @bb.6969
    @bb.6969 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Matt please go for the small headstock , it looks amazing! And it has an interesting story to it

  • @jharmon1071
    @jharmon1071 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That rear pickup is probably a twang banger , basically a tele bridge pickup and pretty cool match up. Cant wait to hear it .

  • @cowtowncustoms2110
    @cowtowncustoms2110 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looking vintage with the reliable new guts is smart for what you need. You can always put together a back up pickguard with original parts if you need it for either guitar.

  • @stratmagic6893
    @stratmagic6893 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The 64 neck is the way to go.I love the electronics setup. Best of both worlds.

  • @johna1160
    @johna1160 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Matthew, speaking as both a guitarist and a car guy, I am totally behind your resto-mod. In both worlds it is considered a hangable offense to mess with a survivor in good condition. As the saying goes, they're only original once. What IS acceptable, and even commendable, is to rescue an abandoned orphan that would otherwise just rust/rot away, resurrect it and get it back on the road again. Hat's off.

  • @datruth9872
    @datruth9872 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I built a 62 strat , all vintage parts and body. Its flippin Awesome ! Then match it with vintage fender tube amp , and stand back !

  • @JazzStrat781
    @JazzStrat781 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Can't wait to see this guitar together, should be awesome and so much fun to do!!

  • @tommycato6368
    @tommycato6368 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    On video it looks like the neck closer to you has a shorter scale, maybe just the perspective but if it isn't it's a jaguar neck. That's 24" scale. Love these old played in strats, if they're worn they are played hence loved.

    • @hkguitar1984
      @hkguitar1984 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It sort of looked that way to me too.
      He did say he had re-fretted it, so I am assuming he knows what scale it is.
      Still though, with the camera angle it did look a bit shorter, just not a whole 1.50" shorter.

  • @wjewell63
    @wjewell63 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I'm not rich so I have moded my squire with 59^er pickups and all fender bridge pots switches input.,only have the keys left...thanks for the inspiration. ,also got a fender amp.i thanks to you and man I love the sound of this mod

  • @darrenchesterton6410
    @darrenchesterton6410 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'm looking forward to this build.

  • @xfighter1117
    @xfighter1117 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have a base plate on one of my strats. I think it sounds great.looking forward to hearing this set up.

  • @dezionlion
    @dezionlion 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You should put the same pickup in the bridge, that you put in the neck. That’s the secret to a good vintage sounding strat!

  • @georgelackey622
    @georgelackey622 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looked like Bourns pots, I love those! Yeah to repeat it , use the '64 neck if it feels good to you!

    • @hkguitar1984
      @hkguitar1984 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Correct George, those are the Bourns Model 82 Vintage Premium Guitar Potentiometer. www.bourns.com/docs/product-datasheets/82.pdf

  • @nathancarr8210
    @nathancarr8210 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I vote for the first neck you showed.

  • @philstevens7526
    @philstevens7526 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I would definitely go with the more “interesting” neck.
    There is a further modification to the electronics you might want to consider - replace one of the tone pots with a pull pot. With the pot pushed in it will operate as it does now, but pull the pot and you can also select two more pickup positions - bridge + neck and all three at once! A couple more options for when you’re playing.

  • @rockerbob949
    @rockerbob949 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    The pre-cbs neck, though rare sized, is probably “human error” at the factory. I know from my time at Gibson, sometimes “non-spec” guitars fall through the cracks. That includes neck shape and size!

    • @j_freed
      @j_freed 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Then they are M necks or F necks right?

    • @MatthewScottmusic
      @MatthewScottmusic  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Maybe so! A rare anomaly.

  • @JustinVerlander35
    @JustinVerlander35 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    My fav guitar player on TH-cam! Great vid.

  • @hkguitar1984
    @hkguitar1984 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool idea, go with the unique 1964 neck, Bridge pickup looks like an interesting idea, certainly worth the try. You gotta let us know what pots those are. I'll read through the comments, maybe somebody has already identified them.
    Mixing and matching components is always fun, you never really know what you might end up with, sometimes great, sometimes magic and many times just the first of many combinations that become a work in progress.
    Good Luck, can't wait to hear those pots and Tele style bridge pickup.

  • @277southtombob
    @277southtombob 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really like players guitars and like seeing a instrument that’s been played like they were intended to be. Personally I’d use the 64’ neck but I like wider nut widths but I say use whichever feels best.

  • @kevinbecker1901
    @kevinbecker1901 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is going to be so cool. Your going to rock the red ! It's what you want nobody else !

  • @liammclillyz4705
    @liammclillyz4705 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Bud you build it just the way you're planning to I can't wait to hear it and I'm sure your fret job is flawless Rock on

  • @messy2377
    @messy2377 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve never been much of a strat guy but I’ve been watching your vids for the last few weeks and I kinda wanna build one.

  • @frankhoxsey1177
    @frankhoxsey1177 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this concept you have going on! As long as you love the result, that's all that's matters. Use whichever neck is easiest to play.

  • @michaelkartman3543
    @michaelkartman3543 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing. Loved that first neck with the “interesting” story. Excited to see the build and hear that beast rip!

  • @cafestudiosinc.1702
    @cafestudiosinc.1702 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Don't forget to relic the screws. Interesting hot rod custom set up. All depends on how it sounds to you...

  • @steveperry3538
    @steveperry3538 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    A cool and interesting build. Can’t wait to hear that bad boy

  • @erikv774
    @erikv774 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    For my experience the bass plate on that bridge pick up will definitely add some noticeable punch

  • @stevenschrock
    @stevenschrock 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Leo Fender would be proud of you alot of my older friends and dads worked for him back in the day in Orange County

  • @Goodvibesyeetus
    @Goodvibesyeetus 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    absolutely can’t wait to see this thing all put together and i especially can’t wait to see you play it

  • @marksguitars5617
    @marksguitars5617 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    sounds like a great idea with that pickup set up, should give you tones similar to a tele

  • @kennethnielsen3864
    @kennethnielsen3864 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I think you have a perfect plan allready.

  • @garymiller531
    @garymiller531 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Awesome build Matt, I was thinking maybe relic the scratch-plate. Hmmm!!! Anyway she'll be totally cool either way!!

  • @legorickdeckard229
    @legorickdeckard229 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ngl this might be my favorite guitar of yours

  • @craiglyles2033
    @craiglyles2033 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Mathew what are you waiting on? Cant wait to see and hear the finished project!

  • @TK-fk4po
    @TK-fk4po 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    64’ neck all the way. That’s what’s on my Frankenstrat and I love it. But yours looks even cooler in that it’s a bit bigger.

  • @MLBa636
    @MLBa636 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool project guitar! Can't wait to see & hear the results.

  • @joshmcsaucy
    @joshmcsaucy 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really digging the idea of a tele bridge pickup in a strat, can’t wait to hear that

  • @raulatv
    @raulatv 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That setup is soooo awesome !!! Can't wait to see it togheder !

  • @thorpenator9148
    @thorpenator9148 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have a pickguard being made right now with all duncans...ssl-1 neck, ssl reverse wound middle, and ssl-5 bridge. The ssl-5 bridge in my Gilmour strat is so clear, no shrill highs, and just a beast. Matt...love your content, keep em coming.

  • @balddrummer8736
    @balddrummer8736 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’d use the bigger headstock neck. Everything else sound like really good choices to me! Keep on rockin’!!

  • @stevepihl4324
    @stevepihl4324 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am stoked for this build!

  • @newenglandrockabilly
    @newenglandrockabilly 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well, I know how this story ends... having just acquired one of these fantastic necks this AM.
    Looking forward to the big unveil.

  • @allentroxel9719
    @allentroxel9719 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Do what you want. I would go with the first you displayed.

  • @stevejohnson2284
    @stevejohnson2284 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice! Looking forward to the build video.

  • @darrenmcdonough4415
    @darrenmcdonough4415 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoying your channel buddy , I'm acouple years into the guitar/gear obsession world. Looking forward to this build. Cheers

  • @GuitarMav
    @GuitarMav 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The 64 neck with a mint green pick guard will contrast nicely with the red finish.

  • @Bradp18
    @Bradp18 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this build. I like the idea of the 64 neck paired with that amazing hardtail body. The electronics choices seem right on and I can not wait to hear it!

  • @johnhurtt977
    @johnhurtt977 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this project, could end up with an amazing sounding instrument. Really looking forward to hearing this.

  • @YoureNowOnTV
    @YoureNowOnTV 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You asked us the question about which neck to use but it sounds like you have the answer to use the first one. It's unique and would be great in a hard tail guitar. The electronics are cool and make sense to use. Get it built and start making music with it. 👍😀

  • @Gutierrez_Felipe
    @Gutierrez_Felipe 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am falling in love with the hardtail sound. I prefer the pre-CBS neck. Loved the cool eletronics, specialy the bridge pickup

  • @ems1354
    @ems1354 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gonna be awesome can't wait to see it finished

  • @tylerstockrahm3570
    @tylerstockrahm3570 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm really excited for this. Especially to hear your new custom pickups. Im predicting some hot new tones in the future!

  • @treorross99
    @treorross99 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm so excited to see the next video

  • @paulsimmons5726
    @paulsimmons5726 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Matthew, I'd roll with the '64 neck just because it's a unique item. Besides, I prefer the smaller headstocks. The electronics sound like your friend was going for tone and "gigability"! I really appreciate that the front of it looks like it's old with some of the plastic being yellowed.
    If you decide to go with that combination, it'll be classic!

  • @thee-wolf
    @thee-wolf 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im so stoked on this guitar build. Everything sounds cool and interesting. I say use the first neck.

  • @adamhester8751
    @adamhester8751 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man, what a cool build

  • @benpowersguitar
    @benpowersguitar 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sounds like a great setup, can't wait to hear it.

  • @georgemack4399
    @georgemack4399 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love everything you said go for it!!
    I am a hard tail guy and big headstock, but the small one is the one.

  • @russiangoose7053
    @russiangoose7053 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you ever find a vintage strat that's been routed out and have an old Gibson humbucker laying around 👀 you should definitely put em together

  • @jcburger733
    @jcburger733 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would use the one off 64 neck since it is unique and in great shape. I like the idea of using new more reliable electronics. Can’t wait to see how it comes out.

  • @WalkenDead
    @WalkenDead 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sweet, can't wait to see how this comes together and your thoughts on it! That's one of the beautiful things about Strats, because of the assembly line production they are so easy to just mix up to get the best of what you are looking for

  • @scottn4841
    @scottn4841 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You should sell some merchandise. I am sure a lot of us would buy some shirts. Love what you do

  • @VERBANDTREM
    @VERBANDTREM 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man that is gunna be cool! can't wait to hear that bridge/bridge PUP!

  • @3v3ryDayGam3r
    @3v3ryDayGam3r 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Dude!!! That’s sick!!! Definitely put the 64 neck on it, it’s sick! And the tele style bridge pickup with the plate under it is a good call for sure.

    • @gunkanjima3408
      @gunkanjima3408 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tele plates are bigger, so he would have to mod the cavity if I'm not mistaken

    • @hkguitar1984
      @hkguitar1984 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@gunkanjima3408 Even a small plate will affect the pole piece magnetic fields. Kind of how the Jaguar pickups have the side guides to alter the tone ever so little bit.
      Magnetic fields are pretty amazing, even a chamfer/bevel on the individual pole piece magnets change the focus and shape of the magnetic field the strings pass through.

    • @gunkanjima3408
      @gunkanjima3408 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@hkguitar1984 Good call. Looking forward to how that bridge sounds!

    • @jerrytee2688
      @jerrytee2688 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Is the tele style bridge pickup also "sick"?!?

    • @jr0706
      @jr0706 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I had a plate under my bridge pickup in a previous strat. It isn’t quite tele, because the plate is still quite a bit smaller than an actual tele bridge. But it worked well. I had the blender mod so I could blend in the neck while on bridge, and vice versa. Could blend in the neck while on bridge/middle for all 3, too.

  • @tommyvercetti5802
    @tommyvercetti5802 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I would definetely go with the '66 neck! Would be a nice change since I believe you don't have any other guitars with big headstock? I always thought the big headstock was "cooler" than the small for some reason :D I absolutely love the idea of combining vintage parts with modern electronics! Absolutely nothing wrong with making the guitar work for YOU and be reliable. They are tools after all! Can't wait to see this come together!

  • @bassfishingwiththeantichri2921
    @bassfishingwiththeantichri2921 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was going to ask you what you would do with a 62’ neck. This video pretty much answered my questions.

  • @suncoaster8578
    @suncoaster8578 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I can’t wait to see the final results

  • @michaeljohnson3383
    @michaeljohnson3383 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can't wait to see this up and running. The colour of that body is killer - wish the pickguard was mint green but hey :)

  • @Retro.Studio
    @Retro.Studio 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey Matt, my advice; leave it FRD plz. Place the ‘64 neck and find you a mint green guard(with body matching screw holes). ✌🏼

  • @simonpepper9721
    @simonpepper9721 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    HAve a 75custom telecaster, original body(2piece) with a cavity cut for centre pickup.(Don't know what clown did that). Original neck(a1cond) with tuners,neckplate. Body was painted 3times(red,black,white) originally wood grain. Needs loaded pick guard, strap holders,bridge gear. Has been stressful on what to do but now know. Thank you mate, now know where I'm going with it to completion.

  • @manueldomato1121
    @manueldomato1121 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    bridge location will suit one of the scale lengths better in terms of intonation, I suggest taking it in consideration.

  • @cirjames2540
    @cirjames2540 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am very curious using modern pickups with vintage guitar. The tele pup in the bridge sounds fantastic, cant wait to see the results.

  • @robertclarkguitar
    @robertclarkguitar 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the 60s thin layer rosewood.

  • @wardettinger6177
    @wardettinger6177 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    64 neck seems like the one and seems your set on it !! Go for it do what best suits you cant wait till see it together and here you play man one day I hope to play like you and build my own Strat like you!! Enjoy man!!!!

  • @scottdanner485
    @scottdanner485 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I never caught you on youtube before today! Another Oklahoma musician, Wow! Very cool vintage Fender stuff. Nice work.

  • @drummer4hire12
    @drummer4hire12 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very happy for ya Bud!!!

  • @mehranscholte8973
    @mehranscholte8973 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Really nice build! I think the '64 neck suits it better

  • @eatmarth
    @eatmarth 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG that sunflower mug

  • @steviec67
    @steviec67 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your channel . Keeping it positive all about guitars no BS 🤘🏻. Thanx 👍🏻. Can’t wait till it’s done .

  • @BistroGlicerin3
    @BistroGlicerin3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can't wait to see this project done... 🤟💀🥀

  • @davestatham812
    @davestatham812 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Awesome man, i cant wait to see this come together, i think we'll all be surprised at how heavenly this is gonna sound, tough one on which neck i love em both, gonna look amazing is this,
    God bless ya man, 🙏👏👏👏🙏❤from🇬🇧

  • @brothermike3389
    @brothermike3389 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    another great opportunity Polish the Fiesta red which would fall into the small head era very well. put the correct neck plate to match the neck on it. the cuts on the body are all wrong.So if you could find a 59 rosewood that would be cool. As far as the wiring. Don't overthink it. As a Fender Tech may I suggest a good set of Fender pure Vintage pickups with the middle pickup reverse wound with a 5 way. Fender Pots and a.02 cap. buckle up and blow some blue notes with that set up through your bassman. Great project. old wood new fender guts make for a killer player.

  • @maximiliankuntner1720
    @maximiliankuntner1720 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Even tough I usually don't like the big headstock, I'd prefer the second neck. In this case I love the combination big headstock with small logo.
    Really like this mini-series. So looking forward to see the end result. Keep it up!

  • @knowgnod
    @knowgnod 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    ooh baby I've been waiting for this video

  • @Erik3pt
    @Erik3pt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Go with the '64 neck so you can sell the '66 to me! I'm putting together a hardtail strat too and that big headstock rosewood board neck would be perfect.

  • @StratmanJerry
    @StratmanJerry 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'd love to hear more about the treble bleed you use in your guitars. Love this project as well! Thanks Matt

  • @jeffreyweber8006
    @jeffreyweber8006 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Neck 1 for sure...I'm bummed that you didn't go "Memphis switching" on this guy, really nails the "Strat/Tele" thing!

  • @j_freed
    @j_freed 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    1) either neck great but compare them for neck profile, playing feel etc.
    2) for all you know, the 66 neck will mate better with the body because of the wood mass difference. Also Cap fretboard necks (which are rare) can be quite rigid for improved pitch stability.
    3) obvious the piece is more valuable / has better curb appeal with the 1964 neck. I'm just suggesting you try both and document the differences. Can't wait!

  • @moritzprivat7325
    @moritzprivat7325 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the new electronics! Very interesting. I think the mint neck might look a bit to clean for this body. The 60s one will probably fit the relic-look better.