For me I stay away from signature models! Not because I don't like them but because it feels like I am buying a signature so I could be like that person.
A lot of Sig models sound cool, but there are a lot out there that the endorsee would not play themselves. I remember reading somewhere that Tony Iommi would not put his name to a guitar until it sounded like he wanted it to and was something that he would play with no qualms at all of quality. But in saying that, I don't know iff I would personally play a sig model, a friend of mine has one and I think it lacks in amenities such as a tone and neck pup regardless of me using them...
I don't buy signature models. Why do I want someone else's name on my guitar? There is a curious Chapman signature on my ML-2, but that's the brand. That's different.
I used to be turned away by Signature gear but lately it doesn't bother me as much. I would buy this guitar if i hadn't just bought a Gibson Explorer :)
I have bought Blur music and a Fender, but I don't think I would buy this guitar. Nice as it sounds, I like to create my own stamp on a standard guitar. Not that I am arrogant enough to sign my own, I just like standard guitars. I appreciate the looks, feel and sound of this Tele but its not for me. Great video though
Signature models often put me off a little, even when the signature in question is that of some one I admire. I guess I want to call my playing my own, but why the signature should would change that... I have no idea tbh. At the end of the day the guitar has to stand or fall on its own merits and how they meet your needs. The Coxon Tele sounds really good, and that's a fabulous price for the spec!
I personally like signature guitars. Often times production model guitars aren't exactly what I want. For instance, there isn't really a guitar on the Fender line that offers scalloped frets and a maple fretboard besides the Yngwie Malmsteen signature.
I know people should have their own "calling card" but you have to admit they're doing something right with their taste in instruments.
Sounds great, the colour is not overly appealing and the Graham Coxon signature will have a lot of people asking who? but it is the sound that sells and it is extremely versatile. I have a mexican standard with upgraded Irongear Steel foundry pickups and that offers fat creamy tones remarkably like a humbucker at the neck and crystal clear, sparkling tele jangles at the bridge. The mexican guitars are awesome value for money!!
I wouldnt own a signature model as my main playing guitar simply because I believe one should make their own path. ie One should have their own calling card/signature rather than use someone elses.
@DaMcaAtak Not buying something b/c it has someone else's name no different than buying something because it has someone else's name on it. Either way you're making your decision based on the name, not the quality/sound of the instrument. Did you know Pete Townshend's main strat is an Clapton signature model?
@lazeedawgs No doubt that a lot of signature models sound great, the artist wouldnt have them setup the way they are if they sounded bad. I guess if you look at it as its simply how artist "x" likes a guitar to sound then they're brilliant, I would be happy using the same wood, pickups and strings etc in a guitar that anyone else is using in the exact same setup.
@DaMcaAtak Meh, i use loads of signature gear and mostly i use them becuase i like how they play/sound i use the disturbed overdrive pedal, i can't stand disturbed and don't like their guitar player. despite this i still bring my disturbed dan donegan pedal to every gig and practice.
@DaMcaAtak Frankly that's a load of bollocks !! If you really believe that a signature on the back of the head takes away the personal touch of the guitar then you need to get a grip !! I have this guitar and I chose it for it's looks, the price and the spec of the thing and I play it my way not at all like graham coxon.
For me I stay away from signature models! Not because I don't like them but because it feels like I am buying a signature so I could be like that person.
northlander30 1 month ago
i dont want it now!
SIOR55 1 month ago
A lot of Sig models sound cool, but there are a lot out there that the endorsee would not play themselves. I remember reading somewhere that Tony Iommi would not put his name to a guitar until it sounded like he wanted it to and was something that he would play with no qualms at all of quality. But in saying that, I don't know iff I would personally play a sig model, a friend of mine has one and I think it lacks in amenities such as a tone and neck pup regardless of me using them...
MetalMilkMan 3 months ago
Its an amazing guitar regardless of being a sig guitar or not. And the price is right!
RBDawking76 3 months ago
Chappers and Lee sounds like an old 70s band, :)
peteq1972 3 months ago
I've got a signature model guitar .. a Gibson Les Paul .. and I like this one too.
davemis40 3 months ago
I don't buy signature models. Why do I want someone else's name on my guitar? There is a curious Chapman signature on my ML-2, but that's the brand. That's different.
gsdev1 3 months ago
ANOTHER guitar made of Tree Wood????? That's AMAZING! Chappers you always get to play the best instruments! :P
JordnBee 3 months ago
I used to be turned away by Signature gear but lately it doesn't bother me as much. I would buy this guitar if i hadn't just bought a Gibson Explorer :)
Pmichteinz 3 months ago
I have bought Blur music and a Fender, but I don't think I would buy this guitar. Nice as it sounds, I like to create my own stamp on a standard guitar. Not that I am arrogant enough to sign my own, I just like standard guitars. I appreciate the looks, feel and sound of this Tele but its not for me. Great video though
dmarriner21 3 months ago
Signature models often put me off a little, even when the signature in question is that of some one I admire. I guess I want to call my playing my own, but why the signature should would change that... I have no idea tbh. At the end of the day the guitar has to stand or fall on its own merits and how they meet your needs. The Coxon Tele sounds really good, and that's a fabulous price for the spec!
TheMrPMullins 3 months ago
I personally like signature guitars. Often times production model guitars aren't exactly what I want. For instance, there isn't really a guitar on the Fender line that offers scalloped frets and a maple fretboard besides the Yngwie Malmsteen signature.
I know people should have their own "calling card" but you have to admit they're doing something right with their taste in instruments.
XAlphaZEROX 3 months ago
sexual
Domothy85 3 months ago
Sounds great, the colour is not overly appealing and the Graham Coxon signature will have a lot of people asking who? but it is the sound that sells and it is extremely versatile. I have a mexican standard with upgraded Irongear Steel foundry pickups and that offers fat creamy tones remarkably like a humbucker at the neck and crystal clear, sparkling tele jangles at the bridge. The mexican guitars are awesome value for money!!
Carphunter1970 3 months ago
I wouldnt own a signature model as my main playing guitar simply because I believe one should make their own path. ie One should have their own calling card/signature rather than use someone elses.
DaMcaAtak 3 months ago 6
@DaMcaAtak Not buying something b/c it has someone else's name no different than buying something because it has someone else's name on it. Either way you're making your decision based on the name, not the quality/sound of the instrument. Did you know Pete Townshend's main strat is an Clapton signature model?
lazeedawgs 3 months ago
@lazeedawgs No doubt that a lot of signature models sound great, the artist wouldnt have them setup the way they are if they sounded bad. I guess if you look at it as its simply how artist "x" likes a guitar to sound then they're brilliant, I would be happy using the same wood, pickups and strings etc in a guitar that anyone else is using in the exact same setup.
DaMcaAtak 3 months ago
@DaMcaAtak Meh, i use loads of signature gear and mostly i use them becuase i like how they play/sound i use the disturbed overdrive pedal, i can't stand disturbed and don't like their guitar player. despite this i still bring my disturbed dan donegan pedal to every gig and practice.
Adamshredsify 3 months ago
@DaMcaAtak I wonder would you play a Les Paul? *ahem*
BathedInMilk 3 months ago
@DaMcaAtak Frankly that's a load of bollocks !! If you really believe that a signature on the back of the head takes away the personal touch of the guitar then you need to get a grip !! I have this guitar and I chose it for it's looks, the price and the spec of the thing and I play it my way not at all like graham coxon.
smudger535 2 months ago 3
I never got the Blur/Oasis rivalry. Both are good bands for different reasons.
TheHawkdaddy 3 months ago 6
i dont know what it is.. but i always want to see a maple fingerboard on a tele
jclp81 3 months ago
what song is 2:42 ?? sounds killer :D
ChaosBurnsWithin 3 months ago
I love the new(ish) Blacktop series of Teles(and Strats too) as well.
tony93666 3 months ago 2
SOunds beautiful
ravenshield56 3 months ago
Is this a sig model for the Blur Guitar player?
sonoffrog 3 months ago