Welcome to WordPress. This is yI’ve been meaning to start writing about my hobbies for a while, and what better place to begin than with a guitar? Let me introduce my Fender Modern Player Telecaster.

About the guitar

The Modern Player range was Fender’s attempt at offering something a bit different from the traditional Telecaster without the price tag of the American-made models. Underneath it all, it’s still very much a Tele. You get the simple, no-nonsense design, a bolt-on neck, and that bright, punchy twang that has been a favourite in country, rock and indie for over seventy years. It’s the sort of guitar you can pick up, plug in and get on with.

I bought mine [when / where / roughly how much], and I chose it because [a few words on why: price, looks, a particular player you admire, wanting a first proper Tele]. It’s finished in [colour], and I think it looks rather smart.

What I like about it

• [It’s comfortable to play, with a neck that suits my hands]
• [The tone out of the box]
• [Anything else that stands out]

The upgrades

Like most guitar owners, I couldn’t leave well alone for long. Here’s what I’ve changed so far:

1. [Upgrade 1, e.g. pickups]: [What it was before, what it is now, and the difference you noticed]
2. [Upgrade 2, e.g. tuners, bridge saddles, strings]: [Why you did it and how it went]
3. [Upgrade 3, e.g. wiring, pickguard, nut]: [Same again]

Total spend on upgrades was roughly [£X], and I’d say it was [well worth it / a mixed bag / a rabbit hole I’m glad I went down].

What’s next

I’m still enjoying getting to know it, and I’ve got a few ideas for further tinkering. I’ll write them up here as I go. If you’ve got a Telecaster of your own, or any tips on where to head next, do leave a comment. I’d love to hear them.

Cheers for reading, and see you in the next one.our first post. Edit or delete it, then start writing!