Position 3 cops the standard funky parallel Tele tone, albeit with a bit more girth. The final assembly and the setup of the SwampKasters were done in California USA and all Bill Lawrence Pickups are made in California by Bill Lawrence USA. I highly recommend it for the money. The double. experienced Japanese supervision. I couldn't find any flaw! Bill Lawrence USA SwampKaster S (strat style)gloss black, 3 Black Label single coil pickups. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Fender Moulded Hard Case. I have pickups from the "original" Bill, they are GREAT!Bill is a true pioneer. The SwampKaster guitars were high quality musical instruments, made of the finest hand selected resonant Louisiana Swamp Ash USA. The cutting and finishing of the wood is done in Asia under the best skilled and experienced Japanese supervision. No dislikes, but I will change out the bridge for a Wilkinson because it is the best non-locking bridge around.It is a solid built guitar with a bolt-on neck. I have examined it closely for flaws but can't find any. Assembled in California with imported hardware. Others would have to decide whether its a worthy and worthwhile platform for parts upgrading. Hey! I believe these pickups were used by Roy Buchanaan who was a great tone freak. View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Only thing it did not have was a hardshell case and Callaham hardware. 1. My experience with the Lawrence guitars was really different. Features 9 Color Red Red. The neck is darker as expected, but with great definition. B-Stock items are sold by an authorized dealer or original builder, but have been opened, blemished, or used in some manner. I bought a swampkaster.. red strat style with maple neck. replaced all the wiring, pots, jack, and swapped out the pickups for Lindy Fralin Vintage Hot. Please check the fields highlighted in red. I've been playing guitar since 1964. I bought this from the Recycler for $450.00. It actually sounds pretty good, has resonant body, comfy neck and plays okay. Bill Lawrence SwampKaster stratocaster mid eighties. The double bound Louisiana swamp ash (3 piece) body is nicely finished. It was an awesome Tele with very strong Tele sounds in the Bridge, very fun and good sounding guitars. SwampKaster are high quality musical guitars, made of the finest hand selected resonant Louisiana Swamp Ash USA. View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Wow, someone resurrected this.thank you though. View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. The main point here, is. Mint items are in essentially new original condition but have been opened or played. That's all I know about it. A good clean sound is a plus, can the G&L cover that? The pickups have much less noise than Fender Strat pickups and capture the nuances of your playing style. The two pickups are made in the USA and are available as an after-market upgrade. Duh. hand selected resonant Louisiana Swamp Ash USA. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Sells & Ships to Continental United States Only. The quality seems OK. In the two middle position, I get a really sounding twang. -Michael Feb 2, 2008 #4 B boris bubbanov Tele Axpert Ad Free Member Joined Feb 24, 2007 Posts 56,957 Location Final assembly and the setup of I played a beat to hell one that was at a guitar center a few years agodefinitely NOT a great guitar at that price. I picked one up from GC for something like $679 plus tax. It has a gig sleeve that is included with this guitar. Please check the fields highlighted in red. It's a workhorse, stays in tune. I have a Swampkaster T. Maple neck and board and natural finish. The sound is 100% vintage strat. Bill Lawrence Swampkaster T. USA. Bill Lawrence Telecaster / Swampkaster Demo with Silverface Vibrolux 1,120 views Sep 30, 2019 The SwampKaster sports some stout midrange and nimble electronics. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Had a Bill Lawrence Swampcaster Strat style about 20 years ago. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. Serial number is SKS01090094 Product Specs About the Seller Replay Guitar Exchange Make Bill Lawrence. With those changes I think it would be a great guitar for under $800. The SwampKaster S is a fantastic guitar with miles of tone, a great bargain.It's advertised as USA swamp ash body, USA pickups, final set-up in USA. Feb 4, 2012 #6 Z zeke54 Tele-Afflicted Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Lot of treble Original Bill Lawrence Single Coil Pickups. It's equipped with a Duncan Hot Stack bridge pickup and a 4 way switch, which yield 4 distinct tonal options. Given Boris' reputation here and on TDPRI, he's probably said enough. It has never been sold. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of. Double bound Tele style swamp ash body, maple neck, and actual Bill Lawrence USA pickups stock! The two pickups are made in the USA and are available as an after-market upgrade. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Played very little before that. I still don't understand it. Confusing . Most Successful Signature Guitar Of All Time? . Currency: Serial number is SKT01090092. It has Swamp Ash wood and a beautiful finish. Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. Not played since 2010. Bill Lawrence Swampkaster Stratocaster $550 Used - Very Good Bill Lawrence Semi Hollow Sunburst $829 $82.90 Off $746.10 Used - Good Bill Lawrence Tele Style Black / Red - EXC $877 $80 price drop $797 Used - Excellent Free Shipping Bill Lawrence mojo infused BCOR-55B MIJ $550 $50 price drop $500 Used - Fair Overall Impression 10 Please check the fields highlighted in red. The cutting and finishing of the wood is done in Japan. Gear Review Network / MusicGearReview.com - 2000, Other Reviews & Articles Related to Electric_Guitars. Guitar "feel". It's a workhorse, stays in tune.Lot of treblesome of the construction is weak. It may not display this or other websites correctly. Learn More. Great tone and feel, and the Bill Lawrenc. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Just to let you know the Swampkaster is not made by the same guy that designed the Fender SCN pickups. Korea, Republic of Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. The cast and sealed tuners are good quality and I didn't see a need to change them. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. You must log in or register to reply here. Doesn't stay in tune too well, though, but I attribute that to a badly cut nut and poor setup overall. Shipping not included in price. Is a beautiful natural finished guitar with swamp ash wood and Bill Lawrence Pickups made in the U.S.A. Or, for little over $400, you can get an excellent. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Obviously, the natural ash body with double binding and maple neck cosmetics evoke memories of the immortal Albert Collins. The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. This is a great Blues Guitar, and I like it. View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Sound 10 If you're not familiar with these guitars, you're missing out! The Gear Page is the leading online community and marketplace for guitars, amps, pedals, effects and associated gear. 12 ozs. Bill Lawrence USA SwampKaster S (strat style)gloss black, 3 Black Label single coil pickups. Granted, they were at a small shop where the owner (who is a luthier) sets all the guitars up before putting them on the wall, but I was pretty impressed with the three that I played. 3 Tone Sunburst Wow, I'm really surprised. It has Bill Lawrence USA vintage pickups in it, black w/cream double binding (binding on front and back), red tortoise pickguard, vintage tele type tailpiece with strings through the body, die cast tuners, slight V shape to the neck, rosewood board, this is a really nice instrument, it plays a LOT better than I . 2. 407-885-3298. Will ship with a used hard shell TKL case and original dust bag This item is sold As-Described Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. This is a Strat style guitar. SwampKaster are high quality musical guitars, made of the finest Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. The SwampKaster guitars are high quality musical instruments, made of the finest hand selected resonant Louisiana Swamp Ash USA. The cutting and finishing of the wood is done in Asia under the best skilled and experienced Japanese supervision. Controls: Volume, Tone, 5 Way Selector Switch. From the looks of it, the parts are all of high quality. The cutting and Superb. Of course, he was one of my favorite blues guitarist. I'm debating whether or not to keep it and install a new nut, better tuners, and maybe even a bridge upgrade (Glendale or Callaham), as well as upgrade the electronics, or just sell it off. USA. Reliability & Durability 10 By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Final assembly and the setup of the SwampKasters are done in California, USA and all Bill Lawrence Pickups are made in California by Bill Lawrence USA. . Only pedal I use occasionally is a Dunlop Cry Baby Wah. For a limited time, save in the Gibson European Demo Shop. Bill Lawrence Pickups are equipped. finishing of the wood is done in Asia under the best skilled and Bill Lawrence USA is a different person. Action, Fit & Finish 10 This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. SwampKaster are high quality musical guitars, made of the finest hand selected resonant Louisiana Swamp Ash USA. With those changes I think it would be a great guitar for under $800. Yup- the only thing they have to do with Bill Lawrence is the pickups are ones that were designed by him a number of years ago. I had a Tele that said Bill Lawrence on it once and had a regular Fender style Tele headstock. Made in USA Bill Lawrence pickups. SwampKaster are high quality musical guitars, made of the finest hand selected resonant Louisiana Swamp Ash USA. Bill Lawrence Swampkaster T. USA. The SwampKaster guitars were high quality musical instruments, made of the finest hand selected resonant Louisiana Swamp Ash USA. Mine has a maple on maple neck with a 12" radius. The tailpiece is Vintage Tele type and is string through body style. Swampkaster T review by Bill Lawrence USA Sound: 10 Overall Impression: 10 Reliability & Durability: 9 Action, Fit & Finish: 10 Features: 9 Reviewer's score: 9.6 Superb Users' score: 8.1 (7. I could not find any flaws. Listed: 5 years ago Views: 349 Watchers: 5 Offers: 0 Sold By Birdhouse Music Northampton, MA, United States (677) Sales 1000+ The frets are in great shape and have a ton of life left and there are only minor impressions. Will ship Fed Ex Smartpost, or UPS Ground.407-885-3298. This is a very good Blues guitar and it suits its purpose well. Or, for little over $400, you can get an excellent. Description. The guitar came very well setup. Dec 30, 2009 #4 Ronkirn Doctor of Teleocity Joined May 1, 2003 Posts 12,967 Age 76 Location Jacksonville, FL Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Great guitar, used it on a friends recording project. The pickups are the original Bill Lawrence Black Label and really have that true vintage sound and that Straty quack in position 2 and 4. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: This is such a stunning guitar! One of the most impressive finishes I have ever seen. I use a Fender pre CBS Deluxe Reverb with it. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. I bought it new at a little music store in Southern Illinois for $400 It has a beautiful rock-maple neck. I know. Bill Lawrence designed a guitar especially for Roy around 1985 or so. Surprisingly, the tone control capacitor is a high quality Vitamin D Oil type only found in custom guitars. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Is in great shape with some minor dings.see pictures. For a limited time, save in the Gibson European Demo ShopUp to 25% off select Gibson guitarsShop now, View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Brand New items are sold by an authorized dealer or original builder and include all original packaging. $ 1,999.00. The Pickups were loud and quiet. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please call to speak to one of our experts. View similar gear Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Natural high-gloss finish with a swamp ash body. The cutting and finishing of the wood is done in Japan. Ditto for the tailpiece. Shop the top brands at the best prices all while receiving free shipping! Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. BRAND new Bill Lawrence SwampKaster T guitar, I just got this in this afternoon. Please check the fields highlighted in red. A small local guitar shop in my town has a couple of "Bill Lawrence" Swampkaster S's (Priced at $599) and one Swampkaster T (on sale for $499). Neck: Hardrock Maple Oops, looks like you forgot something. This is a Bill Lawrence Swamp Ash Telecaster. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. With the extra cash saved, one can always use it for the pots, switch, etc. The cutting and finishing of the wood is done in Japan. I am very familiar with the Bill Lawrence controversy. It cost about $450 or $500 new. I also own a Gibson Les Paul Jr, Gibson SG, and Fender Tele, but the swampkaster is my #1 go-to guitar. This is a Bill Lawrence Telecaster that was made in the U.S.A. You really won't find another stratocaster that plays quite like this one. I bought mine a few years ago for $400 on eBay. I have been . #6. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Learn More, Bill Lawrence Swampkaster Strat. Body Wood: Best hand-selected Swamp Ash from the deep wet swamps of Louisiana Sloppy solder, neck fit, switch is noisy. The cutting and finishing of the wood is done in Asia under the best skilled and experienced Japanese supervision. Hey! Excellent playability and fantastic sounding pickups. I'm thinking about bringing in the Ibanez I've been trying to sell on craigslist (to no avail) and trading for one of these. The neck is true from top to bottom and has great action. Others would have to decide whether it's a worthy and worthwhile platform for parts upgrading. 2006 Bill Lawrence USA Swampkaster T (Telecaster type) is Standard in features as in a Telecaster. USA. New Old Stock. Tonally, this one can more than hold it's own. Neck is hard rock maple and has medium jumbo frets that are polished and smooth in the edges. To reflect our commitment, we updated our terms and conditions. Jun Link to comment I am not sure, but I think the SwampKasters come standard with the tortie pickguard which is normally extra with other brands. It's more of a $350 guitar, but decent neck, bound top, I've certainly palyed worse. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Marshall Guitrock Mar 26, 2021 Mar 26, 2021 #1 Marshall Guitrock TDPRI Member Joined Mar 25, 2021 Posts 9 Age 39 Location Georgia Hi All, I picked up a loaded Bill Lawrence telecaster body and am wondering if you can help to identify which model I have. This one comes in at a well balanced 7 lbs. It has Swamp Ash wood and a beautiful finish. I added some dirt using an. Great blues guitar. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Guitar sleeve is included. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. For $500 I'd go with a G&L tribute instead. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. I've been playing guitar since 1964. Pickups were the blade type, quiet but very "Stratty". Fretboard: Maple I bought mine a few years ago for $400 on eBay. Guitar sleeve is included. Learn More, We understand the importance of online privacy and are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation. I made only minor adjustments after changing the strings to 11s. Bill Lawrence SwampKaster $700.00 $87.39 shipping or Best Offer Bill Lawrence BL3M-55G $685.10 Was: $806.00 $150.00 shipping or Best Offer Bill Lawrence BT2-0031E Mod Electric guitar 1990s With Soft Case F/S $1,183.00 Free shipping Electric Guitar Bill Lawrence BL-E Black Modified Good Operation $475.00 $198.00 shipping It actually sounds pretty good, has resonant body, comfy neck and plays okay. The dislike towards the newer wave of guitar players. It was called RBII and had an ash body and ebony fretboard plus of course Bill Lawrence pickups. This is a NOS (new old stock) guitar. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: The finish is beautiful, the neck clean. Great guitars played a couple & was taken-a-back at such a good deal What about the new 50's Tribute Les Paul Studio? I changed out the strap button for a German designed strap locking system. Nice touch! I saw a real hot guitarist at a local jam session play one and went on a hunt for my own because, I was very impressed with its sound and looks.This is "sweet"! By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Absolutely LOVE it. 9.8. I can really smoke on this guitar and it always gets looks from other guitarists. Oops, looks like you forgot something. The frets were well dressed too. Bill Lawrence Swampkaster Strat $ 1,999.00 NOS VAULT 3 Tone Sunburst Body Wood: Best hand-selected Swamp Ash from the deep wet swamps of Louisiana Neck: Hardrock Maple Fretboard: Maple Original Bill Lawrence Single Coil Pickups 1 in stock Add to cart Categories: Bill Lawrence, Electric Guitars, Guitars Description Reviews (0) Description Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Guess it must be the same guitar. This is a Bill Lawrence Telecaster that was made in the U.S.A. You really won't find another stratocaster that plays quite like this one. Good luck on your quest, but getting anyone here or on TDPRI to say anything encouraging about buying a Swampkaster, particularly a new one, is a TALL order indeed. 2006 Bill Lawrence USA Swampkaster T (Telecaster type) is Standard in features as in a Telecaster. EXCEPTIONAL!! Ok, well, I'm looking for a guitar that can do vintage fuzz tones and slightly over driven sounds well (Think "Black Keys" type stuff). Get the guaranteed best price on Solid Body Electric Guitars like the Bill Lawrence Swampkaster Solid Body Electric Guitar at Musician's Friend. Condition Very Good. How about their new album? Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. Bill Lawrence Swampkaster T Red. Some of the add-ons on this site are powered by. Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review. Bill Lawrence Pickups are equipped. There is no reason not to change to strap lock buttons unless you want to court disaster. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Wish I had kept it, sounded and played great. In great shape with minor pick guard scratches. If you want to look good and sound hot, this is a great guitar and it should be selling for the price of an American Strat or more! Position 4 is party time, putting both pickups in series for fat humbucker tones. www.billlawrence.com and www.billlawrenceusa.comwho make the Swampkasters are completely different companies. This is a Bill Lawrence Swamp Ash Telecaster. Hey! If it went missing, I shall want to replace it with the same. It has a gig sleeve that is included with this guitar. Oops, looks like you forgot something. The Bill Lawrence SwampKaster T Natural has a Swamp Ash Body, Soft "V" Shape Hard Rock Maple Neck, Maple Fingerboard w/12" Radius, Vintage Style Tele Bridge, Gotoh Style Split Shaft Tuners, 3 x High Output Bill Lawrence Pickups, Incl. Cream City Music is one of the world's finest guitar shops with selections including the Used Bill Lawrence Swampkaster T Electric Guitar in Candy Apple Red. The hardware looks nice without loosing their Shine after a few years of use. Oh yeah, the pickups were Black Label T1 and T2. Visit . SwampKasters are built by a former partner of his who is somewhat less than scrupulous. Copyright 2023 Treasuretone Guitars | Vintage Guitars Online | Buy and Sell Vintage Instruments. I own the SwampKaster S. I like it. AMAZING tone. Brand: Bill Lawrence Model: SwampKaster T Colour: Natural Body: Swamp Ash Neck: Hard Rock Maple Neck Profile: Soft V Fingerboard: Maple Fingerboard Inlays: Black Dots Fingerboard Radius: 12" (305 mm) Nut Width: 1.650" (42 mm) Scale Length: 25.5" (648 mm) Frets: 21 Binding: Cream Pickguard: Red Tortoiseshell Tuners: Gotoh Style Split Shaft I can tell you the Bill Lawrence.com pickups are the best bang for the buck. France, By continuing to use Reverb, you agree to these updates, and to our cookie policy. This guitar shows very little wear. If it went missing, I shall want to replace it with the same. Love to see a picture. The neck is a flat, wide oval profile with a maple cap and truss rod adjustment at the headstock. Comes with a soft case. 2 user reviews of Swampkaster T by Bill Lawrence USA. Bill Lawrence Swampkaster Tele. Treasuretone Guitars | Vintage Guitars Online | Buy and Sell Vintage Instruments. Great blues guitar.I bought it new at a little music store in Southern Illinois for $400It has a beautiful rock-maple neck. The one I got has maple fingerboard and is finished tri-color sunburst. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. 2023: The Year Epiphone Became Unaffordable. I find this by far, the best sub $1000 Telecaster. Is this a Swampkaster or an actual Tele that says Bill Lawrence on it? I have a Swampkaster T. Maple neck and board and natural finish. Brand New items are sold by an authorized dealer or original builder and include all original packaging. Product Specs About the Seller Replay Guitar Exchange Tampa, FL, United States Sales: 8,730 Joined Reverb: 2015 New Old Stock. Pickups are made in California by Bill Lawrence USA. The final assembly and the setup of the SwampKaster's were done in California USA and all Bill Lawrence Pickups . It actually sounds pretty good, has resonant body, comfy neck and plays okay. I would recomend this guitar, check it out before you buy. The body and neck are CNCed in Korea and assembled in San Diego. The bridge pickup is bright without being harsh and has a really great transient attack. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. EUR The neck pickup is round and flutey, the bridge pickup is searing and fat. The tone control and volume pots were okay, but I changed them out for Callaham hardware including Switch (to 4 way) and jack. Bill Lawrence Bill Lawrence Swampkaster T tele style Guitar Used - Very Good $459 + $49 Shipping It looks like that piece of gear is gone. View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. The final assembly and the setup of the SwampKaster's were done in California USA and all Bill Lawrence Pickups are made in California by "Bill Lawrence USA". This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed.

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