aaaaaand he did it!-1

...aaaaaand he did it! Thanks, Memo. Now I’m gonna bring it to Leo’s Lounge and do a little recording.

aaaaaand he did it!-2

...aaaaaand he did it! Thanks, Memo. Now I’m gonna bring it to Leo’s Lounge and do a little recording.

Stage drapes for the expansion of Leo’s Lounge-1

Stage drapes for the expansion of Leo’s Lounge. Thanks to Steve Araujo for getting me hooked up with these pro level pieces. What would Leo hang? Never mind.

Stage drapes for the expansion of Leo’s Lounge-2

Stage drapes for the expansion of Leo’s Lounge. Thanks to Steve Araujo for getting me hooked up with these pro level pieces. What would Leo hang? Never mind.

Leo’s circa 1956 Eico 950-1

Leo’s circa 1956 Eico 950 has tubes and measures capacitors. Built for the Modern World. One of these days we need to revive this cool piece of history.

Leo’s circa 1956 Eico 950-2

Leo’s circa 1956 Eico 950 has tubes and measures capacitors. Built for the Modern World. One of these days we need to revive this cool piece of history.

Dunkel Bros. Machinery Moving-1

Steve with Dunkel Bros. Machinery Moving has brought our new toy, a late ‘90s super minty SCMI R9 pin router. The clouds have parted and angels sing: “ahhhh!” I’m so stoked.

Dunkel Bros. Machinery Moving-2

Steve with Dunkel Bros. Machinery Moving has brought our new toy, a late ‘90s super minty SCMI R9 pin router. The clouds have parted and angels sing: “ahhhh!” I’m so stoked.

Dunkel Bros. Machinery Moving-3

Steve with Dunkel Bros. Machinery Moving has brought our new toy, a late ‘90s super minty SCMI R9 pin router. The clouds have parted and angels sing: “ahhhh!” I’m so stoked.

CLF Research time machine spit out some amazing artifacts-1

And just like that, suddenly the CLF Research time machine spit out some amazing artifacts. Some I can’t show you now, but finding them is like an affirmation from the spirits of Fender Avenue. I feel pretty damn good right now.

CLF Research time machine spit out some amazing artifacts-2

And just like that, suddenly the CLF Research time machine spit out some amazing artifacts. Some I can’t show you now, but finding them is like an affirmation from the spirits of Fender Avenue. I feel pretty damn good right now.

CLF Research time machine spit out some amazing artifacts-3

And just like that, suddenly the CLF Research time machine spit out some amazing artifacts. Some I can’t show you now, but finding them is like an affirmation from the spirits of Fender Avenue. I feel pretty damn good right now.

CLF Research time machine spit out some amazing artifacts-4

And just like that, suddenly the CLF Research time machine spit out some amazing artifacts. Some I can’t show you now, but finding them is like an affirmation from the spirits of Fender Avenue. I feel pretty damn good right now.

original die stamp for the L-2000 control plate-1

I came to Unit J to vibe out on the new pin router and figure where I might put a massive, multigenerational, kick-ass template library. Like 5 seconds later the afternoon light caught my eye, and hey! here’s an original die stamp for the L-2000 control p

original die stamp for the L-2000 control plate-2

I came to Unit J to vibe out on the new pin router and figure where I might put a massive, multigenerational, kick-ass template library. Like 5 seconds later the afternoon light caught my eye, and hey! here’s an original die stamp for the L-2000 control p

original die stamp for the L-2000 control plate-3

I came to Unit J to vibe out on the new pin router and figure where I might put a massive, multigenerational, kick-ass template library. Like 5 seconds later the afternoon light caught my eye, and hey! here’s an original die stamp for the L-2000 control p

original die stamp for the L-2000 control plate-4

I came to Unit J to vibe out on the new pin router and figure where I might put a massive, multigenerational, kick-ass template library. Like 5 seconds later the afternoon light caught my eye, and hey! here’s an original die stamp for the L-2000 control p

MFD version of the low-output pickups in the CLF-67:68 prototype-1

My brother Johnny is the best. I was talking about doing an MFD version of the low-output pickups in the CLF-67/68 prototype, and how I’d use them with the preamp and control setup Memo copied and constructed. Just riffing, right? Next thing I know, Johnn

MFD version of the low-output pickups in the CLF-67:68 prototype-2

My brother Johnny is the best. I was talking about doing an MFD version of the low-output pickups in the CLF-67/68 prototype, and how I’d use them with the preamp and control setup Memo copied and constructed. Just riffing, right? Next thing I know, Johnn

MFD version of the low-output pickups in the CLF-67:68 prototype-3

My brother Johnny is the best. I was talking about doing an MFD version of the low-output pickups in the CLF-67/68 prototype, and how I’d use them with the preamp and control setup Memo copied and constructed. Just riffing, right? Next thing I know, Johnn

F-100 was the first G&L guitar model-1

The F-100 was the first G&L guitar model, a technically advanced instrument with Leo’s latest features developed at CLF Research in the late 1970s. This is the passive version; the F-100 E with preamp was also offered.

F-100 was the first G&L guitar model-2

The F-100 was the first G&L guitar model, a technically advanced instrument with Leo’s latest features developed at CLF Research in the late 1970s. This is the passive version; the F-100 E with preamp was also offered.

F-100 was the first G&L guitar model-3

The F-100 was the first G&L guitar model, a technically advanced instrument with Leo’s latest features developed at CLF Research in the late 1970s. This is the passive version; the F-100 E with preamp was also offered.

F-100 was the first G&L guitar model-4

The F-100 was the first G&L guitar model, a technically advanced instrument with Leo’s latest features developed at CLF Research in the late 1970s. This is the passive version; the F-100 E with preamp was also offered.

F-100 was the first G&L guitar model-5

The F-100 was the first G&L guitar model, a technically advanced instrument with Leo’s latest features developed at CLF Research in the late 1970s. This is the passive version; the F-100 E with preamp was also offered.

ld ASAT Classic bridge plate with the Leo sig-1

An old ASAT Classic bridge plate with the Leo sig would be cool on a project build, no doubt. To the lab it goes.

ld ASAT Classic bridge plate with the Leo sig-2

An old ASAT Classic bridge plate with the Leo sig would be cool on a project build, no doubt. To the lab it goes.

F-100 E was the active version of the first G&L guitar model-1

The F-100 E was the active version of the first G&L guitar model. It could be used either passive or active with the preamp switch turned on. I love L-2000 basses, so I guess it shouldn’t be surprising that I prefer the F-100 E over the F-100.

F-100 E was the active version of the first G&L guitar model-2

The F-100 E was the active version of the first G&L guitar model. It could be used either passive or active with the preamp switch turned on. I love L-2000 basses, so I guess it shouldn’t be surprising that I prefer the F-100 E over the F-100.

F-100 E was the active version of the first G&L guitar model-3

The F-100 E was the active version of the first G&L guitar model. It could be used either passive or active with the preamp switch turned on. I love L-2000 basses, so I guess it shouldn’t be surprising that I prefer the F-100 E over the F-100.

F-100 E was the active version of the first G&L guitar model-4

The F-100 E was the active version of the first G&L guitar model. It could be used either passive or active with the preamp switch turned on. I love L-2000 basses, so I guess it shouldn’t be surprising that I prefer the F-100 E over the F-100.

F-100 E was the active version of the first G&L guitar model-5

The F-100 E was the active version of the first G&L guitar model. It could be used either passive or active with the preamp switch turned on. I love L-2000 basses, so I guess it shouldn’t be surprising that I prefer the F-100 E over the F-100.

Me and Johnny doing research in Leo’s office file cabinets

Me and Johnny doing research in Leo’s office file cabinets. I just realized I should stop and show you this is really the stuff we do.

Freddy Tavares gave my brother Johnny this 1960s Peterson Model 70 tuner-1

Back in 1982, Freddy Tavares gave my brother Johnny this 1960s Peterson Model 70 tuner when they moved Fender R&D from the old 500 South Raymond building into the big CBS building. This tuner makes sound you tune to, you don’t plug into it. Stuff had

Freddy Tavares gave my brother Johnny this 1960s Peterson Model 70 tuner-2

Back in 1982, Freddy Tavares gave my brother Johnny this 1960s Peterson Model 70 tuner when they moved Fender R&D from the old 500 South Raymond building into the big CBS building. This tuner makes sound you tune to, you don’t plug into it. Stuff had

Freddy Tavares gave my brother Johnny this 1960s Peterson Model 70 tuner-3

Back in 1982, Freddy Tavares gave my brother Johnny this 1960s Peterson Model 70 tuner when they moved Fender R&D from the old 500 South Raymond building into the big CBS building. This tuner makes sound you tune to, you don’t plug into it. Stuff had

Freddy Tavares gave my brother Johnny this 1960s Peterson Model 70 tuner-4

Back in 1982, Freddy Tavares gave my brother Johnny this 1960s Peterson Model 70 tuner when they moved Fender R&D from the old 500 South Raymond building into the big CBS building. This tuner makes sound you tune to, you don’t plug into it. Stuff had

Freddy Tavares gave my brother Johnny this 1960s Peterson Model 70 tuner-5

Back in 1982, Freddy Tavares gave my brother Johnny this 1960s Peterson Model 70 tuner when they moved Fender R&D from the old 500 South Raymond building into the big CBS building. This tuner makes sound you tune to, you don’t plug into it. Stuff had

The vintage Peterson is all cleaned and back together

The vintage Peterson is all cleaned and back together, and boy am I smitten with this thing. Now I’m gonna take it to Leo’s Lounge and tune stuff! [EDIT: not so fast] On the way I’m gonna walk through the factory with this blaring. I also need to return i

‘60s Fender R&D Telecaster template-1

This ‘60s Fender R&D Telecaster template looks to be in very nice shape. I just found it in....you guessed it...a dark, dusty loft. The mystery and magic of CLF Research never stops surprising me. I love this place.

‘60s Fender R&D Telecaster template-2

This ‘60s Fender R&D Telecaster template looks to be in very nice shape. I just found it in....you guessed it...a dark, dusty loft. The mystery and magic of CLF Research never stops surprising me. I love this place.

‘60s Fender R&D Telecaster template-3

This ‘60s Fender R&D Telecaster template looks to be in very nice shape. I just found it in....you guessed it...a dark, dusty loft. The mystery and magic of CLF Research never stops surprising me. I love this place.

‘60s Fender R&D Telecaster template-4

This ‘60s Fender R&D Telecaster template looks to be in very nice shape. I just found it in....you guessed it...a dark, dusty loft. The mystery and magic of CLF Research never stops surprising me. I love this place.

‘60s Fender R&D Telecaster template-5

This ‘60s Fender R&D Telecaster template looks to be in very nice shape. I just found it in....you guessed it...a dark, dusty loft. The mystery and magic of CLF Research never stops surprising me. I love this place.

‘60s Fender R&D Telecaster template-6

This ‘60s Fender R&D Telecaster template looks to be in very nice shape. I just found it in....you guessed it...a dark, dusty loft. The mystery and magic of CLF Research never stops surprising me. I love this place.

‘60s Fender R&D Telecaster template-7

This ‘60s Fender R&D Telecaster template looks to be in very nice shape. I just found it in....you guessed it...a dark, dusty loft. The mystery and magic of CLF Research never stops surprising me. I love this place.

1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany-1

Our 1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany with ebony board.

1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany-2

Our 1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany with ebony board.

1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany-3

Our 1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany with ebony board.

1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany-4

Our 1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany with ebony board.

1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany-5

Our 1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany with ebony board.

1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany-6

Our 1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany with ebony board.

1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany-7

Our 1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany with ebony board.

1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany-8

Our 1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany with ebony board.

1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany-9

Our 1986 Skyhawk in Sunburst over mahogany with ebony board.

1983 SB-1-1

Our 1983 SB-1 is the original version with single coil MFD pickup and slab body. The headstock is a slimmer version of the original CLF/G&L bass headstock as used on early L-1000 and L-2000.

1983 SB-1-2

Our 1983 SB-1 is the original version with single coil MFD pickup and slab body. The headstock is a slimmer version of the original CLF/G&L bass headstock as used on early L-1000 and L-2000.

1983 SB-1-3

Our 1983 SB-1 is the original version with single coil MFD pickup and slab body. The headstock is a slimmer version of the original CLF/G&L bass headstock as used on early L-1000 and L-2000.

1983 SB-1-4

Our 1983 SB-1 is the original version with single coil MFD pickup and slab body. The headstock is a slimmer version of the original CLF/G&L bass headstock as used on early L-1000 and L-2000.

1983 SB-1-5

Our 1983 SB-1 is the original version with single coil MFD pickup and slab body. The headstock is a slimmer version of the original CLF/G&L bass headstock as used on early L-1000 and L-2000.

1983 SB-1-6

Our 1983 SB-1 is the original version with single coil MFD pickup and slab body. The headstock is a slimmer version of the original CLF/G&L bass headstock as used on early L-1000 and L-2000.

1983 SB-1-7

Our 1983 SB-1 is the original version with single coil MFD pickup and slab body. The headstock is a slimmer version of the original CLF/G&L bass headstock as used on early L-1000 and L-2000.

1983 SB-1-8

Our 1983 SB-1 is the original version with single coil MFD pickup and slab body. The headstock is a slimmer version of the original CLF/G&L bass headstock as used on early L-1000 and L-2000.

1983 SB-1-9

Our 1983 SB-1 is the original version with single coil MFD pickup and slab body. The headstock is a slimmer version of the original CLF/G&L bass headstock as used on early L-1000 and L-2000.

1983 SB-1-10

1983 SB-1-11

1983 SB-1-12

Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1-1

The Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1 may be the most intriguing of his legendary modded SCs A second pickup was added, a neck pickup from an SC-2 which is similar to jumbo MFD neck pickup on ASAT Special today. They are paired to work as a humbucker and the mini

Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1-2

The Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1 may be the most intriguing of his legendary modded SCs A second pickup was added, a neck pickup from an SC-2 which is similar to jumbo MFD neck pickup on ASAT Special today. They are paired to work as a humbucker and the mini

Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1-3

The Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1 may be the most intriguing of his legendary modded SCs A second pickup was added, a neck pickup from an SC-2 which is similar to jumbo MFD neck pickup on ASAT Special today. They are paired to work as a humbucker and the mini

Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1-4

The Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1 may be the most intriguing of his legendary modded SCs A second pickup was added, a neck pickup from an SC-2 which is similar to jumbo MFD neck pickup on ASAT Special today. They are paired to work as a humbucker and the mini

Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1-5

The Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1 may be the most intriguing of his legendary modded SCs A second pickup was added, a neck pickup from an SC-2 which is similar to jumbo MFD neck pickup on ASAT Special today. They are paired to work as a humbucker and the mini

Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1-6

The Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1 may be the most intriguing of his legendary modded SCs A second pickup was added, a neck pickup from an SC-2 which is similar to jumbo MFD neck pickup on ASAT Special today. They are paired to work as a humbucker and the mini

Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1-7

The Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1 may be the most intriguing of his legendary modded SCs A second pickup was added, a neck pickup from an SC-2 which is similar to jumbo MFD neck pickup on ASAT Special today. They are paired to work as a humbucker and the mini

Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1-8

The Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1 may be the most intriguing of his legendary modded SCs A second pickup was added, a neck pickup from an SC-2 which is similar to jumbo MFD neck pickup on ASAT Special today. They are paired to work as a humbucker and the mini

Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1-9

The Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1 may be the most intriguing of his legendary modded SCs A second pickup was added, a neck pickup from an SC-2 which is similar to jumbo MFD neck pickup on ASAT Special today. They are paired to work as a humbucker and the mini

Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1-10

The Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1 may be the most intriguing of his legendary modded SCs A second pickup was added, a neck pickup from an SC-2 which is similar to jumbo MFD neck pickup on ASAT Special today. They are paired to work as a humbucker and the mini

Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1-11

The Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1 may be the most intriguing of his legendary modded SCs A second pickup was added, a neck pickup from an SC-2 which is similar to jumbo MFD neck pickup on ASAT Special today. They are paired to work as a humbucker and the mini

Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1-12

The Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1 may be the most intriguing of his legendary modded SCs A second pickup was added, a neck pickup from an SC-2 which is similar to jumbo MFD neck pickup on ASAT Special today. They are paired to work as a humbucker and the mini

Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1-13

The Robert Poss 1983 red SC-1 may be the most intriguing of his legendary modded SCs A second pickup was added, a neck pickup from an SC-2 which is similar to jumbo MFD neck pickup on ASAT Special today. They are paired to work as a humbucker and the mini

Naturally delicious

Naturally delicious.

Flight controls

Flight controls

Magnet samples from the ‘70s

Magnet samples from the ‘70s, possibly before the CLFR factory began production in 1976.

CLFR vibes. Mostly late ‘60s to early ‘80s bits in these two drawers in Leo’s lab

CLFR vibes. Mostly late ‘60s to early ‘80s bits in these two drawers in Leo’s lab.

Early CBS-Fender inter-office memo envelope1

Early CBS-Fender inter-office memo envelope, before they changed to special CBS printed ones. By this time, Leo had moved his lab and office to CLF Research on Elm Street as you see written. Old Fender people may recognize some names, and I kinda hope som

Early CBS-Fender inter-office memo envelope2

Early CBS-Fender inter-office memo envelope, before they changed to special CBS printed ones. By this time, Leo had moved his lab and office to CLF Research on Elm Street as you see written. Old Fender people may recognize some names, and I kinda hope som

Early CBS-Fender inter-office memo envelope3

Early CBS-Fender inter-office memo envelope, before they changed to special CBS printed ones. By this time, Leo had moved his lab and office to CLF Research on Elm Street as you see written. Old Fender people may recognize some names, and I kinda hope som

Early CBS-Fender inter-office memo envelope4

Early CBS-Fender inter-office memo envelope, before they changed to special CBS printed ones. By this time, Leo had moved his lab and office to CLF Research on Elm Street as you see written. Old Fender people may recognize some names, and I kinda hope som

Johnny’s MFD split coil interpretations of the pickups found in Leo’s CLF-67:68 prototype

I am stoked!!! Tonight I’m spending time with my brother Johnny’s MFD split coil interpretations of the pickups found in Leo’s CLF-67/68 prototype. Presently this proto is running a modern G&L L-series preamp for active mode. Spencer wired each pickup

Korina Collection ASAT Bass

So I’m doing some work, but it’s Saturday so I start goofing off and found this Korina Collection ASAT Bass from like 2011 or whatever. I think I’m gonna give it a little love and keep it in Leo’s Lounge. Yeah, it’s kinda heavy but it’s a monster.

40 more hangers for the expansion of Leo’s Lounge

40 more hangers for the expansion of Leo’s Lounge.

40 more hangers for the expansion of Leo’s Lounge

40 more hangers for the expansion of Leo’s Lounge.

2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass1

Spencer added CLFR knobs and colored switch tips to this 2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass. So the story is this bass was returned by a dealer for being too heavy and it’s been here ever since. It’s like 10 pounds, but it’s a big ‘ol slab of...

2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass2

Spencer added CLFR knobs and colored switch tips to this 2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass. So the story is this bass was returned by a dealer for being too heavy and it’s been here ever since. It’s like 10 pounds, but it’s a big ‘ol slab of...

2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass3

Spencer added CLFR knobs and colored switch tips to this 2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass. So the story is this bass was returned by a dealer for being too heavy and it’s been here ever since. It’s like 10 pounds, but it’s a big ‘ol slab of...

2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass4

Spencer added CLFR knobs and colored switch tips to this 2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass. So the story is this bass was returned by a dealer for being too heavy and it’s been here ever since. It’s like 10 pounds, but it’s a big ‘ol slab of...

2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass5

2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass

2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass6

2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass

2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass7

2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass

2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass8

2012 Korina Collection ASAT Bass

1998 pic of Ed Sebest doing a neck perimeter cut on one of our old SCMI pin routers

My friend Greg Gagliano sent me this 1998 pic of Ed Sebest doing a neck perimeter cut on one of our old SCMI pin routers.

1984 SB-1 and the original knobs were long gone-1

I bought this 1984 SB-1 and the original knobs were long gone. These are nice dome Tele knobs, but...I can’t deal with them anymore...I’m sure you hardcore CLF fans feel me. So...today I have a little game. I’ll search for some original knobs,...

1984 SB-1 and the original knobs were long gone-2

I bought this 1984 SB-1 and the original knobs were long gone. These are nice dome Tele knobs, but...I can’t deal with them anymore...I’m sure you hardcore CLF fans feel me. So...today I have a little game. I’ll search for some original knobs,...

It’s a little beat up, but I have one original radio knob

Gettin’ dusty and diggin’ for gold. It’s a little beat up, but I have one original radio knob. I’ve worked this place over so I’m gonna go explore another part of the 2548 building. Come on...one more knob... I need the spirits of Fender Avenue to come th

Johnny and I geeking out on the start of our new stage in Leo’s Lounge

Johnny and I geeking out on the start of our new stage in Leo’s Lounge. Our neighbor Bob is a cabinet craftsman and he’s building a badass stage that I can’t wait to jump on.

have a second radio knob for the ‘84 SB-1

I had to dig deep for this one, but I have a second radio knob for the ‘84 SB-1. Let’s get ‘em cleaned up and installed!

Bob’s back with more wood for the stage. Construction starts on Monday and I’m psyched!

Bob’s back with more wood for the stage. Construction starts on Monday and I’m psyched!

xthe ‘84 SB-1 has correct knobs.-1

Ahhh, the ‘84 SB-1 has correct knobs. Now I can sleep tonight. No I can’t. I’m thinking of the stage and the fun we’re gonna have.

the ‘84 SB-1 has correct knobs.-2

Ahhh, the ‘84 SB-1 has correct knobs. Now I can sleep tonight. No I can’t. I’m thinking of the stage and the fun we’re gonna have.

Bob isn’t just building a stage, he’s crafting a stage

Bob isn’t just building a stage, he’s crafting a stage. More like a second story of a house. All screws, no nails.

1992 ASAT Classic Signature-1

Our 1992 ASAT Classic Signature. It was an exciting time for my brother Johnny and me. We had taken over from Leo Fender just a year before and sales were growing well. Man those were fun times. But ya know what? I think now we’re having more fun than eve

1992 ASAT Classic Signature-2

Our 1992 ASAT Classic Signature. It was an exciting time for my brother Johnny and me. We had taken over from Leo Fender just a year before and sales were growing well. Man those were fun times. But ya know what? I think now we’re having more fun than eve

1992 ASAT Classic Signature-3

Our 1992 ASAT Classic Signature. It was an exciting time for my brother Johnny and me. We had taken over from Leo Fender just a year before and sales were growing well. Man those were fun times. But ya know what? I think now we’re having more fun than eve

1992 ASAT Classic Signature-4

Our 1992 ASAT Classic Signature. It was an exciting time for my brother Johnny and me. We had taken over from Leo Fender just a year before and sales were growing well. Man those were fun times. But ya know what? I think now we’re having more fun than eve

1992 ASAT Classic Signature-5

Our 1992 ASAT Classic Signature. It was an exciting time for my brother Johnny and me. We had taken over from Leo Fender just a year before and sales were growing well. Man those were fun times. But ya know what? I think now we’re having more fun than eve

1992 ASAT Classic Signature-6

Our 1992 ASAT Classic Signature. It was an exciting time for my brother Johnny and me. We had taken over from Leo Fender just a year before and sales were growing well. Man those were fun times. But ya know what? I think now we’re having more fun than eve

1992 ASAT Classic Signature-7

Our 1992 ASAT Classic Signature. It was an exciting time for my brother Johnny and me. We had taken over from Leo Fender just a year before and sales were growing well. Man those were fun times. But ya know what? I think now we’re having more fun than eve

1992 ASAT Classic Signature-8

Our 1992 ASAT Classic Signature. It was an exciting time for my brother Johnny and me. We had taken over from Leo Fender just a year before and sales were growing well. Man those were fun times. But ya know what? I think now we’re having more fun than eve

1992 ASAT Classic Signature-9

Our 1992 ASAT Classic Signature. It was an exciting time for my brother Johnny and me. We had taken over from Leo Fender just a year before and sales were growing well. Man those were fun times. But ya know what? I think now we’re having more fun than eve

ovember 20, 1969 pickguard template made to prepare the CLF-69 prototype guitars1

November 20, 1969 pickguard template made to prepare the CLF-69 prototype guitars. The earlier CLF-67/68 prototypes lead the technical development, while new styling was developed in 1969.

ovember 20, 1969 pickguard template made to prepare the CLF-69 prototype guitars2

November 20, 1969 pickguard template made to prepare the CLF-69 prototype guitars. The earlier CLF-67/68 prototypes lead the technical development, while new styling was developed in 1969.

marking for guitar hangers in the expansion of Leo’s Lounge

Taking a break from measuring and marking for guitar hangers in the expansion of Leo’s Lounge. I didn’t know quite where I wanted them so I just started measuring and got it figured out. Gotta keep on moving....

Had to hang a few instruments just to vibe

Had to hang a few instruments just to vibe.

The crew is working hard in Leo’s Lounge today!

The crew is working hard in Leo’s Lounge today! Two of the guys just started drilling and test mounting hangers I measured out last night. Meanwhile electricians are doing other stuff with ceiling lights and the stage.

Had to hang a few instruments just to vibe

Had to hang a few instruments just to vibe.

Johnny is making a control plate from the CLF-69 styling concept

My brother Johnny is making a control plate from the CLF-69 styling concept. Note the 1969 pickguard template I showed you yesterday.

Making progress!

Making progress!

Just milled a second prototype pickguard

Just milled a second prototype pickguard based on the original 1969 CLF-69 template, itself a prototype from 50 years ago. Cleaned up a few bits and it turned out nice.

My son John D. McLaren

My son John D. McLaren and his friend Tyler are helping touch up the walls near the new stage.

our 1980 L-1000-1

While the boys are working in Leo’s Lounge, I went to take some pics of our 1980 L-1000 in Sunburst on mahogany with maple neck.

our 1980 L-1000-2

While the boys are working in Leo’s Lounge, I went to take some pics of our 1980 L-1000 in Sunburst on mahogany with maple neck.

our 1980 L-1000-3

While the boys are working in Leo’s Lounge, I went to take some pics of our 1980 L-1000 in Sunburst on mahogany with maple neck.