Friday, February 25, 2011
Stressed Out Guitars announces exclusive partnership with Jon Baxter Pickups!
Anyone that has been following my other business page for the past couple of years will know that I'm a huge believer in Jon Baxter's pickups. Well, I'm going to be using his pickups exclusively in my pre-aged partscasters [or perhaps, Stresscasters?] once those start getting put together! I'm very proud to announce this partnership, and I am quite confident that all of you are going to love the way these guitars feel, look and sound! Check out Jon's very impressive pickup lineup at www.jonbaxterpickups.com. He also has a full Custom Shop where he can build anything that you can think up.
Website is up!
Alright, the website is all up and running now! Check it out at www.stressedoutguitars.com! Built with love by my beautiful wife, Lyndzy Lucchesi. :) Go check it out when you get a second. Minimal content for now of course, but my site will feature plenty of exclusive content in the near future, so stay tuned for that...
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Website is almost done!
The official Stressed Out Guitars website will be launched later today! Thank you so much to my beautiful wife, Lyndzy for her super hard work on getting my site up and running! If you're looking for awesome website work at super affordable prices, visit www.lgwebdesigns.com and send Lyndzy an email. Tell her you found her on my Blog or Facebook page! :)
Friday, February 11, 2011
More pics are up!
Just posted some pics of the '72 Tele Deluxe Reissue. Go check 'em out. www.facebook.com/stressedoutguitars
Thursday, February 10, 2011
Pics are up!
Okay, I was able to get shots for 3 guitars up tonight! I've got another one coming tomorrow night too. It's a white '72 Tele Deluxe Reissue that I did. Looks fantastic. So check back for that one too... Here's a link to the pics I have up now -
http://www.facebook.com/StressedOutGuitars
Thanks for looking!
Wednesday, February 9, 2011
Stressed Out Guitars price board is here!
STRESSED OUT GUITARS PRICE BOARD
Stage1 Stress Job: $150
Includes the following:
-Removal of gloss top coat on the body.
-Removal of gloss top coat on back of neck [no modifications to fingerboard].
-Hand-rolled fingerboard edges for ultimate worn-in comfort.
-Scuffed, but not rusted hardware.
-Professional setup for the string gauge/brand and tuning of your choice. FREE STRINGS WITH PURCHASE!**
NOTES ABOUT THIS SERVICE: My Stage1 Stress Job is for the player who wants a worn-in feel but doesn't like a beat up looking guitar. Please note that the removal of the top coat on your guitar's body will leave many small scratches or scuff marks in the paint, but it won't leave any actual dings or dents. The back of your neck will have all the finish removed down to the bare wood for an extremely comfortable feel, but it won't be discolored to look old. Hardware will have the shine removed to match the new dull look of your body.
Stage2 Stress Job: $250
Includes the following:
-Mildly aged body, complete with damage, removal of gloss top coat, belt wear, and paint wear.
-Mildly aged neck, complete with damage, removal of gloss top coat, fingerboard wear and discoloration, and back of neck wear [to bare wood] and discoloration.
-Hand-rolled fingerboard edges for ultimate worn-in comfort.
-Fully aged hardware, with real rust, tarnish and scuffs for a truly vintage look and feel.
-Professional setup for the string gauge/brand and tuning of your choice. FREE STRINGS WITH PURCHASE!**
NOTES ABOUT THIS SERVICE: My Stage2 Stress Job is for the player that wants a guitar with a worn-in feel and a look to match. This stage does involve slight body damage with small nicks and dings. The neck back will be sanded clean and discolored, and there will be some fingerboard wear and discoloration. Hardware will be rusted to match the look of your body and neck.
Stage3 Stress Job: $350
Includes the following:
-Fully aged body, complete with damage, removal of gloss top coat, belt wear, and paint wear.*
-Fully aged neck, complete with damage, removal of gloss top coat, fingerboard wear and discoloration, and back of neck wear [to bare wood] and discoloration.*
*Body and neck wear can be customized to your exact request. Pictures from books or the internet can be closely matched to your own guitar.-Hand-rolled fingerboard edges for ultimate worn-in comfort.
-Complete fret level and re-crown to ensure perfect playability, effortless bending, and spot-on intonation.
-Fully aged hardware, with real rust, tarnish and scuffs for a truly vintage look and feel.
-Professional setup for the string gauge/brand and tuning of your choice. FREE STRINGS WITH PURCHASE!**
NOTES ABOUT THIS SERVICE: My Stage3 Stress Job is for the player that wants a truly beaten and bruised guitar! Big body damage, fingerboard wear and massively rusted hardware all lend to a look that will make everyone think that you're playing a TRUE vintage instrument! This stage also includes a full fret level and re-crown for the best possible playability and intonation. This stage also allows you the complete freedom to customize your guitar's look with some of your favorite "Relic's" on the internet or in books that you might have. I can match body and neck damage very closely to photos if that's what you'd prefer. All requests are welcome with this service, but does NOT include complete refinishes! The color of your guitar is the color of your guitar, folks...
UPGRADES AND ADD-ON'S [includes parts and labor]:
-Complete finish removal [take it down to BARE WOOD]: $150
Must be accompanied by a Stage2 or Stage3 purchase!
Includes a special staining process to make your bare wood look old and worn-in.
-CTS pot upgrade [250k or 500k]: $10 per pot
Upgrade to high quality CTS pots. This is a big tone upgrade for import guitars.
-Tone capacitor upgrade [value and style of your choice]: $5 - $20
I offer many styles. But we can special order one from the internet if I don't have what you want.
-Blade switch upgrade [3-way or 5-way]: $20
Upgrade to Fender® USA blade switch. Way better than any import switch, and built to last.
-New pickup installation: $25 per pickup.
Price does NOT include new pickups! Those are to be supplied by you.
-Custom wiring options: $20 - $100+
Add coil-taps, mini-toggles, or other wiring options to your Stressed Out Guitar! Mods start at $20.
Exact price quote will be given before installation.
-Bridge parts, tuning machines, and other miscellaneous parts installation: $0 - $100+
These parts are to be supplied by you. If no modification to the guitar is necessary to fit them, there will be no additional charge for the installation. If routing IS involved, pricing will differ from guitar to guitar. Exact price quote will be given before installation.
**I will offer strings from the following brands - D'Addario®, Ernie Ball®, Dean Markley®, DR®, Elixir®, GHS®, Fender® and Rotosound®. If you use a brand other than these, they will need to be supplied by you.
LEGAL NOTICE: I am not endorsed or affiliated with any of the brands listed here or anywhere on my website!!! D'Addario®, Ernie Ball®, Dean Markley®, DR®, Elixir®, GHS®, Fender® and Rotosound® are all registered trademarks. I pay for these strings out of my own pocket and only offer them as a kind gesture to my customers. I am not being paid by any of these companies to offer their brand of strings or parts to you.
Stage1 Stress Job: $150
Includes the following:
-Removal of gloss top coat on the body.
-Removal of gloss top coat on back of neck [no modifications to fingerboard].
-Hand-rolled fingerboard edges for ultimate worn-in comfort.
-Scuffed, but not rusted hardware.
-Professional setup for the string gauge/brand and tuning of your choice. FREE STRINGS WITH PURCHASE!**
NOTES ABOUT THIS SERVICE: My Stage1 Stress Job is for the player who wants a worn-in feel but doesn't like a beat up looking guitar. Please note that the removal of the top coat on your guitar's body will leave many small scratches or scuff marks in the paint, but it won't leave any actual dings or dents. The back of your neck will have all the finish removed down to the bare wood for an extremely comfortable feel, but it won't be discolored to look old. Hardware will have the shine removed to match the new dull look of your body.
Stage2 Stress Job: $250
Includes the following:
-Mildly aged body, complete with damage, removal of gloss top coat, belt wear, and paint wear.
-Mildly aged neck, complete with damage, removal of gloss top coat, fingerboard wear and discoloration, and back of neck wear [to bare wood] and discoloration.
-Hand-rolled fingerboard edges for ultimate worn-in comfort.
-Fully aged hardware, with real rust, tarnish and scuffs for a truly vintage look and feel.
-Professional setup for the string gauge/brand and tuning of your choice. FREE STRINGS WITH PURCHASE!**
NOTES ABOUT THIS SERVICE: My Stage2 Stress Job is for the player that wants a guitar with a worn-in feel and a look to match. This stage does involve slight body damage with small nicks and dings. The neck back will be sanded clean and discolored, and there will be some fingerboard wear and discoloration. Hardware will be rusted to match the look of your body and neck.
Stage3 Stress Job: $350
Includes the following:
-Fully aged body, complete with damage, removal of gloss top coat, belt wear, and paint wear.*
-Fully aged neck, complete with damage, removal of gloss top coat, fingerboard wear and discoloration, and back of neck wear [to bare wood] and discoloration.*
*Body and neck wear can be customized to your exact request. Pictures from books or the internet can be closely matched to your own guitar.-Hand-rolled fingerboard edges for ultimate worn-in comfort.
-Complete fret level and re-crown to ensure perfect playability, effortless bending, and spot-on intonation.
-Fully aged hardware, with real rust, tarnish and scuffs for a truly vintage look and feel.
-Professional setup for the string gauge/brand and tuning of your choice. FREE STRINGS WITH PURCHASE!**
NOTES ABOUT THIS SERVICE: My Stage3 Stress Job is for the player that wants a truly beaten and bruised guitar! Big body damage, fingerboard wear and massively rusted hardware all lend to a look that will make everyone think that you're playing a TRUE vintage instrument! This stage also includes a full fret level and re-crown for the best possible playability and intonation. This stage also allows you the complete freedom to customize your guitar's look with some of your favorite "Relic's" on the internet or in books that you might have. I can match body and neck damage very closely to photos if that's what you'd prefer. All requests are welcome with this service, but does NOT include complete refinishes! The color of your guitar is the color of your guitar, folks...
UPGRADES AND ADD-ON'S [includes parts and labor]:
-Complete finish removal [take it down to BARE WOOD]: $150
Must be accompanied by a Stage2 or Stage3 purchase!
Includes a special staining process to make your bare wood look old and worn-in.
-CTS pot upgrade [250k or 500k]: $10 per pot
Upgrade to high quality CTS pots. This is a big tone upgrade for import guitars.
-Tone capacitor upgrade [value and style of your choice]: $5 - $20
I offer many styles. But we can special order one from the internet if I don't have what you want.
-Blade switch upgrade [3-way or 5-way]: $20
Upgrade to Fender® USA blade switch. Way better than any import switch, and built to last.
-New pickup installation: $25 per pickup.
Price does NOT include new pickups! Those are to be supplied by you.
-Custom wiring options: $20 - $100+
Add coil-taps, mini-toggles, or other wiring options to your Stressed Out Guitar! Mods start at $20.
Exact price quote will be given before installation.
-Bridge parts, tuning machines, and other miscellaneous parts installation: $0 - $100+
These parts are to be supplied by you. If no modification to the guitar is necessary to fit them, there will be no additional charge for the installation. If routing IS involved, pricing will differ from guitar to guitar. Exact price quote will be given before installation.
**I will offer strings from the following brands - D'Addario®, Ernie Ball®, Dean Markley®, DR®, Elixir®, GHS®, Fender® and Rotosound®. If you use a brand other than these, they will need to be supplied by you.
LEGAL NOTICE: I am not endorsed or affiliated with any of the brands listed here or anywhere on my website!!! D'Addario®, Ernie Ball®, Dean Markley®, DR®, Elixir®, GHS®, Fender® and Rotosound® are all registered trademarks. I pay for these strings out of my own pocket and only offer them as a kind gesture to my customers. I am not being paid by any of these companies to offer their brand of strings or parts to you.
Tuesday, February 8, 2011
HD pics in the works!
I've already started taking some HD pics of my work to share with you guys. I'll be uploading them to my website and my Facebook page. Right now I've got HD pics of 2 guitars. I'm borrowing a couple of guitars this week that I have done for customers in the past and will be taking shots of those too. So hopefully by the end of the week I'll have 5 or 6 guitars with high quality pictures. That should be enough to get the ball rolling and I'll obviously be taking pictures of every job I do from this point forward.
Also, my lovely wife has officially started building my website! I'll have my own website email address
[ adam@stressedoutguitars.com ] and all that good stuff. It should be officially launched very very soon! I'm looking forward to that! That's all for now. Stay tuned!
Also, my lovely wife has officially started building my website! I'll have my own website email address
[ adam@stressedoutguitars.com ] and all that good stuff. It should be officially launched very very soon! I'm looking forward to that! That's all for now. Stay tuned!
Testing this thing out real quick like...
Just testing this thing out to see if the titles change at the top... We shall seeeeeee...
First blog everrrrrrr...
Hey there, Blogger people... I can't believe as long as I've been doing Myspace and Facebook that I've never started a blog page for whatever reason, but now I guess I sort of have an excuse. Eventually, a lot of you who will take the time to read this will already be familiar with my work as a guitar tech. But I think only some of you will know that I've started a new business that is completely dedicated to the guitar aging ["relicing"] process. I've started this blog to share the creative process of every guitar that I'm doing from this point on. I'm starting up a website and a Facebook page, but those aren't super friendly to long text, so naturally a blog site makes the most sense. So yea.. I should be posting my first REAL blog soon, so stay tuned! Thanks for reading. - adam.
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