It's impressive how easily tasty solos flow out Tim's playing.
@gdog2815
4 ай бұрын
He makes it look so easy I want to destroy my guitar! /s never
@Chris.1812
4 ай бұрын
Wow Norm has a great voice
@CentaurusRelax314
4 ай бұрын
Just what I was about to write. Not sure why I am surprised.
@liedgitarrist
4 ай бұрын
Reminds me of John Hiatt
@ronmorey3475
4 ай бұрын
@@liedgitarrist Good call!
@jamesm1938
4 ай бұрын
Evokes a little Elvis Costello, as well.
@johnnyatomic1
4 ай бұрын
Norm sounds remarkably like John Hiatt to me
@johnhecker8143
4 ай бұрын
The monolithic saddle from Van Dykes Harms is no joke. I have a Suhr thinline that plays and feels amazing in hand, but sounded thin and sometimes even brittle. The bridge and saddle Ben made for me completely brought that guitar to life. Amazing guy to work with, too. We went back and forth for a few days on what I thought my issue was, what I had tried, what he could do and how his hardware could help. Dude was spot on. Cannot recommend him enough.
@qaawale
4 ай бұрын
Quick random fact: Ben Is Leroy's son and played with him quite a lot when Leroy Van Dyke would go out for shows. Google "The Auctioneer" if you're unfamiliar with Leroy Van Dyke.
@nicholastotoro7721
4 ай бұрын
I have a Rutters on my Classic T that completely woke it up. John likes the Gotoh, but there are better options out there that improve his own guitars. The Rutters compensated saddles also have grooves, which make a big difference compared to the Gotoh. Once I replaced the Gotoh with even just the Rutters, it was night and day on the same guitar with the same strings.
@skullheadwater9839
4 ай бұрын
About 5 years ago I was working as an electrician in the French Quarter on Royal Street. They removed quite a bit of original cypress wood over 200 years old and they were chucking it in the dumpster if the pieces were 5' long or less. These were obviously hand sawn and worked with an adze the outside of the wood had turned chocolate brown and averaged 1" to 2" in thickness with variable widths. So, I started grabbing some of the better boards and made a body blank that I want to make a tele out of. It is basically all straight grain and even though it is four pieces glued together I believe that once made into a body it will be extremely difficult to tell except if you look at the butt, so I plan to do a similar burst finish. That is if I ever get around to paying someone to make the body for me.
@southernpanda33
4 ай бұрын
Brother, you made me homesick 😂😂😂😂
@dlmyrs
4 ай бұрын
Look at Texas Toast Guitars in Colorado. They might do it. But they also have guitar building classes and you can do it yourself.
@matthewmacdonald9851
4 ай бұрын
Wow, best of luck with your build, that sounds like some killer wood. BTW check out the old "pancake" bodies from both the lawsuit age of Japanese makers and Norlin-era Gibsons, what you're talking about is exactly how some really killer, resonant guitars got made way back in the day. In fact, I was going to comment on Tim's monolithic bridge saddle because I'm thinking of putting one on my late 70s pancake-bodied Japanese Ventura tele. Congrats on your reclamation of some awesome hardwood.
@skullheadwater9839
4 ай бұрын
@@matthewmacdonald9851 I actually have 2 Japanese LP copies from the early 70's with those pancake bodies. The older one is full stock, could even be from late 60's and the other I purchased as a husk and just refretted.
@michaelnugent9758
4 ай бұрын
That's gonna be killer!
@tommynoble3428
4 ай бұрын
Not exactly impressive because Tim can make plank of rotten wood with cat guts for stings sound heavenly. Kidding, of course!
@robbcharbonneau4059
4 ай бұрын
Wow, that solo was amazing Tim, so full of soul and taste, and that quick position shift of double-stops , wow!!!
@asbury29
4 ай бұрын
I'm totally going to learn it and rip it off as often as possible! Wow!
@skunkymuggles
4 ай бұрын
Have that bridge on my partcaster T-style its amazing... now i want to change all my Tele Bridge with it.
@BushidoPhoto
4 ай бұрын
Norm sounds a little like Huey Lewis! I watch his channel and didn't even know he was a singer/musician. Love it and the solo was great, the new guitar is awesome!
@michaelclover9186
4 ай бұрын
Norm laid down some great vocals!!
@Eric_K_Sr
4 ай бұрын
Gorgeous guitar Tim!
@GTPJoe
4 ай бұрын
Man just love Tim’s playing it’s always the right thing for the song! Damn nice solo…..
@jonnykoch9474
4 ай бұрын
I had Ben do a wood pickguard and matching knobs. Did the ashtray bridge and compensated saddle. But best thing I ever bought from him was a prototype guitar cabinet. Has side fins open back kind of an old Leslie front where the grill is wood all one pice. Loaded with a neo. I use a quilter micro and it is warmer than an old tube amp and with the side fins and front grill it really sounds like an old tube boutique with the total weight of less than 12lbs! Sharing your review.
@ophiuchus1970
4 ай бұрын
Playing CSNY's "Ohio" on May 4th is an inspired choice. Thank you
@M00nkat55
4 ай бұрын
Bill Kirchen recommends that the Tele control plate should be turned around with the volume knob on top for pinky swells
@godbyone
4 ай бұрын
I was invited to a pool part for rich doctor. For his new pool opening it was unreal . Band was playing hot rod Lincoln told my girl that’s sound like record. It was bill kirchen. I couldn’t believe it. He goes yeah get a call. The dr paid was huge fan of bills . Bill was loving it
@ThiagoeRenataMarin
4 ай бұрын
Even a toy guitar that comes with breakfast cereal sounds phenomenal in Tim's hands
@MashaT22
4 ай бұрын
Q: Why did you and/or Avi choose to use a single action truss rod when most companies use double action these days? Really cool guitar! That bridge and saddles are really novel too! And that’s really cool that your got Norm to do some vocals for you - he seems like an awesome friend.
@mimisounds2843
3 ай бұрын
great video!
@TheFeelButton
4 ай бұрын
Beautiful guitar Tim! Enjoy!!
@fivewattworld
4 ай бұрын
Love it
@KevinCowden-ow5to
4 ай бұрын
Norm has a voice....who knew. The song has a Paul Carrick feel to it with a little Elvis Costello in there. Your tone is my favorite Tim. It's one of the most pleasant sounds in the universe. Love the Tele
@handle433
4 ай бұрын
And a little bit of Gary Brooker!!!
@cowabungaw9958
4 ай бұрын
And Huey Lewis?
@DrunkenRhinoceros
4 ай бұрын
That's a fine guitar, and the song has a nice vibe. I especially liked the Allman brothers Riff an 9:08.
@ricopedrajrs
4 ай бұрын
Loooooove that you started with Neil Young! First observation is you could have cut the body thickness in half. And made it ergonomic, or as we called it in the day, slinky. Just ask the reigning master of the SG. Yes, the slide demon. The blond Gagoober, the Great Slidedeenie. You know.... That GUY! Even the lower horn could've been tapered to cut weight and add style. Sounds great, but I hate it.
@OxaudioPhilly
4 ай бұрын
I often ask myself, self…how does Tim get into his chair.
@trevormekelburg3773
4 ай бұрын
I have that bridge on my DGN Daniel Donato “Epoch” tele. So quality!
@mrelmoresmusiclab
4 ай бұрын
Sounds amazing Tim. Great little tune with Norm. Kinda has Huey Lewis vibes. And that guitar is just dripping in vibe. Gotta look at getting one of those bridges on my tele. Keep rocking my friend.
@GaryHarju
4 ай бұрын
What a fabulous sounding guitar (and player)!
@mickmaloney3292
4 ай бұрын
The solo is a masterpiece of hands-on guitar technique with the experience of constructing solos like a story. Utterly brilliant. Note choice, timing, texture all there, brought to life with the tone from that guitar, particularly the front P90.
@strobemike
4 ай бұрын
Did I just hear a little bit of Dickey Betts in that solo or is it just me !?
@JosedeCastrojopioficial
4 ай бұрын
In your hands sounds really good, maestro.
@TheJeffcurran
4 ай бұрын
Great tone. Awesome solo.
@RyanWellsMusic
4 ай бұрын
Just wow. It looks and sounds amazing. Even better, it sounds like it's floating on a cloud in the mix. Well done!
@cameronsliger7301
4 ай бұрын
Tim, Thank you for sharing your knowledge and reminding us we must never forget May 4th, 1970.
@DamonBates
4 ай бұрын
So wonderful. heard the song multiple times now on Norn's channel thanks for more of the back story!
@timpierceguitar
4 ай бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for the comment!
@peterwestgarth1477
4 ай бұрын
What a treat and surprise to see Norm. Looking and sounding great!!!
@WillyPDX94
4 ай бұрын
Who knew Norm could sing ... and damn good too! ✌❤
@tunnel7
4 ай бұрын
Well that was amazing don't just love Tim what a gent, and wow what a guitarist.
@vinsanityguitar
4 ай бұрын
Badass! I'm loving those roasted maple necks. Thanks for helping small business!!!
@slimfire5475
4 ай бұрын
That's a amazing guitar with a great sound. The song. "Four Dead in Ohio", is appropriate considering that today is 54th anniversary of the 1970 shooting at Kent State Anniversary where 4 student were killed by the Ohio National Guard.
@lonegroover
4 ай бұрын
Nice. I had a Les Paul made with Tom Holmes humbuckers in the '90s.
@wenzwenzel2529
4 ай бұрын
I always love your phrasing, suspense, and timing.
@Hilodiver
4 ай бұрын
That solo just conveys joy and happiness, especially watching tim play it. Thanks tim for reminding everyone there is a better way!
@RhettShull
4 ай бұрын
That guitar is so rad Tim! I love my Shabat
@jeffharper2661
4 ай бұрын
I think Norm missed his calling what a wonderful voice!!!
@willemniehorster9836
4 ай бұрын
can't you compensate the voulm difference between pickups by adjusting the height?
@muddymike10
5 күн бұрын
What an interesting solo ! Thank you Tim & Norm...
@13thAMG
4 ай бұрын
Geeez, Tim, there's clearly no end to how much you inspire. Our world is a better place with you in it, brother. 🤩
@jeremeydonovan8286
4 ай бұрын
Ya norm putting down the vocals like a boss!
@rileyjackfansmithandjones8238
4 ай бұрын
The Tone on that Rig is Amazing.......my take is the overall sound has "Shimmer"....is that a thing?
@davidwood351
4 ай бұрын
It’s about time new products come to replace the traditional “iffy” things, like that bridge. I’ll get one soon.
@bldallas
4 ай бұрын
Really gorgeous Tele! That bridge and one piece saddle are an interesting new take on the traditional T-style tail piece. I’ve owned and built several Teles thru the last several years. Still have 4 in my collection, on one of which, I just added a Bigsby B-5. Now I want to mod or build another, with that setup. Also, thanks so much for sharing the recording with Norm. Y’all sounded great together n very cool!
@trevormekelburg3773
4 ай бұрын
They make a tele bridge like that for a Bigsby too!
@bldallas
4 ай бұрын
@@trevormekelburg3773makes sense. I’m using the Vibramate no drill conversion plate and ashtray bridge. It has three tabs on the back for the three compensated brass saddles that I added. My only complaint with the kit, is the thin plate that goes under the B-5, raises it ever so slightly. That no reduces the break angle and I the two E strings tend to pop out of their slot with bending and heavy playing. I ended up filing the saddle grooves a bit deeper which resolved that issue. Makes me wonder if I’d have to do the same thing with this solid bridge.
@Jeff-v2c
4 ай бұрын
Norm soubds like Eric Clapton and Gordon Lightfoot had a baby. 😅
@erichold1984
3 ай бұрын
You should have played a Palir Titan C4 Amorcita , check out Brett Kingmans video . Very good sounding guitar .
@nellayema2455
4 ай бұрын
Very sweet looking and sounding guitar! Interesting bridge saddle. It's a cool drop-in solution. Leo Fender had a similar idea when he designed the Saddle Lock Bridge back in the late '70's. A set screw locks all of the saddles together. It's on some of the G&L ASAT models.
@olddogguitars23
4 ай бұрын
Great looking and sounding guitar. Also love that you’re supporting/promoting these small businesses. The more time I spend on KZitem and with your masterclass material the more I realize what a treasure you are to the guitar world.
@tdabele
3 ай бұрын
Hey Tim, can you talk him into doing a signature guitar? I'd love one with you signature....
@chrishowitt9654
4 ай бұрын
Gorgeous guitar Tim, always impressed with your playing.
@Jeff-v2c
4 ай бұрын
That guitar sounds AMAZING. I hate that word because it's overused, but, yeah. It's appropriate in this case.
@billtotolo
4 ай бұрын
Love my Tom Holmes pickups. The bridge really sings with a bit of overdrive (as if you need my opinion 😇)
@lorenzo6mm
4 ай бұрын
!Sounds like my Max Twang Teles. Use 1 meg pots too. Tone knobs become amazing.! No wah pedals ever needed.
@eky
4 ай бұрын
2024, telecaster players still haven't discovered intonation hahah
@mjtejero
4 ай бұрын
Wow that sounds great! I wanna try those saddles and bridge plate combo
@es5999
3 ай бұрын
great looking and unbelievable sounding tele. awesome job highlighting small business custom shop
@GuyNarnarian
4 ай бұрын
It's great because there is some mojo going on with the bridgeplate of Teles. Great idea to try a humbucker in there. That is a cool take on the Tele bridge, I would buy one if its reasonable.
@blakewilkerson9695
4 ай бұрын
Airplane pilot: check out my cockpit… Tim Pierce: Hold my guitar 😎 Electric Company: Our power grid is limited… Tim Pierce: To bad I just got another pedal, stop the tears…
@sthom114
4 ай бұрын
what are the pickup models? thats my favorite combo, those sound incredible together
@mikeh2450
4 ай бұрын
Every time I watch a TIM PIERCE GUITAR video, I'm torn between TOSSING ALL MY GEAR INTO A DUMPSTER and PRESSING ON TO LEARN JUST ONE MORE TASTY LICK.
@2006mateo
4 ай бұрын
So which pickups made the final grade to being so well matched between the humbucker and p90?
@monkyman404
3 ай бұрын
Tim, go check out 'Song Exploder's latest podcast with Neil Finn talking about 'Don't Dream It's Over' and he mentions you were brought in to do the 'flourishes' the producer thought Neil might not be able to do and complements you.
@jerrysguitarshop
4 ай бұрын
Awesome guitar and didn’t know Norm could sing and play bass and keys! Sweet
@kitsapbass9348
4 ай бұрын
HFS. Norm is laying it DOWN. Don’t get me wrong Tim - you sound amazing as always, but was not expecting Norm to sound that great!
@davidneal1127
4 ай бұрын
Me watching this video is like a garbage man watching a surgeon talking about his favorite scalpel.
@budrizzo8167
4 ай бұрын
Nice ! Just got my UAFX Dream 65 and lovin it.
@newfreenayshaun6651
4 ай бұрын
I cannot afford this caliber of guitar lessons, boy am I surely learning a lot though. (Unplugs railroad tie, goes home)...
@edgeofeternity101
2 ай бұрын
Update to my prior comment. I went back and had no problem the second time to order the bridge. I unfortunately injured my shoulder, and have been very limited in doing much. I installed the bridge with no problem, easy swap. I intuitively dialed it in to my liking, and amazingly it was sitting almost in position when I had tweaked the set up screws. Big difference in a good way, guitar feels different but has way more sustain and bass than before. I would describe it as feeling "professional". If you have a favorite Tele that you know you're going to keep, this will put it in a different level. It's easy to swap, so you can change it back in less than an hour. It also improved the way it plays, easier bends and very balanced across the strings and a musical tone it lacked before. The guitar has CS Nocaster and CTS pots and Fender 4 way switch, and the pickups just opened up in a good way, they sound like mini HB's. Also the guitar is dead quite even at higher volume. This is a Squire 60's Deluxe, but it is my favorite Tele. I glad I watched this video, it made a big difference in my camp.
@michaelcrocker3899
4 ай бұрын
Amazing! Beautiful guitar! Sounds great!
@tapilaha
4 ай бұрын
lol that is awesome I was browsing Etsy last week contemplating buying this bridge
@geet77777
2 ай бұрын
200 bucks for that bridge and sadle is awesome!
@elenbrandt290
4 ай бұрын
Honey, You could play a dime store plastic ukelele and make it sound like heaven.... with that being said, it truly is a beautiful instrument.
@feloniousmonk3049
4 ай бұрын
Norm's got a little bit of a Huey Lewis and the News sound to his vocals. Tim, another Valley boy here, thanks for supporting the local talent on guitars. I haven't heard you mention much about Schecter Guitar Research, also located locally in the SFV ? Worth a look?
@popogejo7245
Ай бұрын
The more I listen to Tim the more I like his kool style. He does all this so effortlessly He's rapidly becoming one of my guitar heros. Thanks for airing these Tim!!!
@DustinKreidler
4 ай бұрын
That guitar sounds amazing! Did I miss where you said what the pickups actually are? You talked about making sure they're matched... either way, bookmarking this video to transcribe that incredibly tasty solo at the end. Dang, that was nice!
@mjtejero
2 ай бұрын
really got inspired by this guitar of yours :) I'm definitely going to use that van dyke bridge when i build my dream telecaster guitar.
@mblueser3770
4 ай бұрын
Just wow tone! Such a beautiful instrument and your playing Tim, it is as smooth as it gets. Thank you…
@bgrigg07
4 ай бұрын
I can't be the only person that wants a garden gnome of Tim holding a guitar.😁
@rickdixontn
4 ай бұрын
Cool guitar. I will never understand "relic-ing" a new guitar. Why would you want "all the dings there." Why damage the beautiful finish on a custom crafted, brand new guitar? Dents and dings on guitars should come from actually playing them over time and not be fake. Just my opinion, but still a sweet guitar non the less.
@powerbylightfutureisnow1579
4 ай бұрын
Hello Tim ,yep my hero.quick note , exactly I'm bringing this up because I think you will agree with me and other too. Sure fast playing is extremely cool to watch and listen to , but.... Two many notes crazy!!! It's become an athletic sport like lifting weights 💪 not necessary music 🎶 creativeness but it sells records and great for the "how to'' you tubers to make I buckle, and yes I have rode the roller 🎢 coaster. But it comes a time you have to get off the ride or vomit on spectators and or yourself, we give accolade to things that have us wondering huh ... And calling it great. Not going to change human nature. Your the king 👑 in my book for getting out the pure sounds that have us mesmerizing how wonderful life is and the music is not that bad either. My point is when we getting over the who ha ding dang of thing , we can listen deeper into the expression of the art. Slow down and smell the 🌹 Roses with or without guns. Thanks for your service to mankind. Love your skills and music and you.❤
@brettgroh1112
4 ай бұрын
Great playing as usual......the guitar looks and sounds stunning! I love Norm's voice especially on that wonderful tune!!
@dananthony6258
4 ай бұрын
I hope Neil Young will remember, southern man don’t need him round anyhow.
@nicholastotoro7721
4 ай бұрын
Tele owners are always worried about going with thicker bridge plates. The Callaham still has fantastic punch, just listen to Brad Paisley. My Suhr Classic T has a Rutters, which still gets great punch and twang, but has more sustain and thickness! Not to mention how much more in-tune you are with compensated saddles.
@letsplayguitar2051
4 ай бұрын
You are absolutely ridiculous. Imma chasin' your tones 24/7
@cliveshalice8490
4 ай бұрын
Beautiful instrument Tim! I'm curious though, what would you say is more intrinsic to tone, the guitar or the amp you're playing through?
@kabroom81
4 ай бұрын
Tim! I just want to say that I love your demeanor man! You seem like the kind of dude who would be great to chill with. Awesome guitar playing as well!
@augustusbetucius2931
4 ай бұрын
Sorry Tim, that's a tele shaped guitar, not an actual telecaster. A Telecaster is a sound as well as a certain combination of very specific pieces. The ashtray bridge, the three saddle bridge and the traditional tele bridge pickup. Telecasters do *not* have to sound "harsh", it's a matter of working with the guitar and amp to dial it in, as well as good traditional telecaster bridge selection. Cavalier pickups, or Bootstrap pickups understand telecaster pickups better than just about anyone. They are also super affordable. This is why there are dedicated tele players who work with these guitars for a lifetime. Roy Buchanan, Danny Gatton, Vince Gill, and so many others. Once you know how to work with the telecaster, nothing else is like it.
@sirfultonbishop
4 ай бұрын
I like Norm’s song. I reminds me of early Cate Brothers.
@stuartkinzel8195
4 ай бұрын
If the bridge is cut to match the fretboard radius and the fretboard has a compound radius, what radius is the bridge made with?
@gphushwl
4 ай бұрын
sweetest tone ive heard in I dont know how long .. sigh .. cant afford Tom Holmes
@cowboygypsey
4 ай бұрын
Love the intro, Ohio ,I remember sitting around with mates in the 70s listening to ,4 way street when your only choice was LP.
@zachcast6190
4 ай бұрын
Okay, 45 seconds in and this one of the best sounding guitars I have ever heard! Wow! The sound and playing style in the beginning reminds me a bit of the tone on last dance with Mary Jane. Just excellent!
@fordsrestorations970
4 ай бұрын
God all mighty , Tim the jam you were doing Midway in this sounds fantastic !... but I think Tim could nail some strings on a baseball bat and tape a microphone on and make it sound good... that is a great guitar!
@davixgt
4 ай бұрын
Hi Tim...have you ever used warmoth body and/or necks??
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