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Leo Fender’s earliest known drawings of his Dual Fulcrum vibrato concept-1
Johnny sent me pics of Leo Fender’s earliest known drawings of his Dual Fulcrum vibrato concept done in the first CLFR building on Elm Street in Fullerton.
Date: 05/21/19
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Leo Fender’s earliest known drawings of his Dual Fulcrum vibrato concept-2
Johnny sent me pics of Leo Fender’s earliest known drawings of his Dual Fulcrum vibrato concept done in the first CLFR building on Elm Street in Fullerton.
Date: 05/21/19
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Clear Blue transition L-1000
Reverb strikes again. We have like 6 other old instruments waiting for the their spa days but I couldn’t resist this Clear Blue transition L-1000.
Date: 05/25/19
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Random polish department pic. Feels like 1980 and I love it
Random polish department pic. Feels like 1980 and I love it
Date: 05/29/19
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Johnny and I with Rickmarcelmusic bassist with Kool & the Gang
Johnny and I with Rickmarcelmusic bassist with Kool & the Gang who kindly stopped by Leo’s Lounge and more. I’ve got a pic that blew Rick’s mind I’ll share later. This guy is mega talented and super chill, and the licks he threw down in Leo’s Lounge w
Date: 05/29/19
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Rick holding this photo of Leo and “Thunder Thumbs” Louis Johnson
Rickmarcelmusic of Kool & the Gang just picked up a Blueburst M-2000 so I suggested we take a picture of him with it sitting in Leo’s lab chair. Suddenly I told him to hold this photo of Leo and “Thunder Thumbs” Louis Johnson in the same CLFR lab here
Date: 05/29/19
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closeup holding the photo of Leo with Louis Johnson
No, I’m not gonna make you work that hard trying to see Rickmarcelmusic holding the photo of Leo with Louis Johnson here in the CLFR lab.
Date: 05/29/19
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A few Doheny V12 undercoated bodies in the paint shop
A few Doheny V12 undercoated bodies in the paint shop. The top two are okoume and the bottom one is swamp ash.
Date: 06/16/19
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Leo’s mind at work
Leo’s mind at work
Date: 06/16/19
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Something old has arrived
Ooooh! Something old has arrived but I have to leave now. I’m taking my wife Amanda out to dinner for our 25th anniversary. We’ll have a look tomorrow.
Date: 06/16/19
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The new arrival is a delight
The new arrival is a delight. Spence and Memo gave it a quick setup and now I’m thumping. Better pics later
Date: 06/16/19
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OMG mode engaged
OMG mode engaged
Date: 06/16/19
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The old Ampex is getting closer to full operation
The old Ampex is getting closer to full operation. We’ve got it plugged into the QSC setup and listening to these recordings from what appears to be early 1960s. Check out that track list.
Date: 06/16/19
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ound check action in Leo’s Lounge
Sound check action in Leo’s Lounge
Date: 06/16/19
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Chilling on the sofa while these guys make some noise
Chilling on the sofa while these guys make some noise in Leo’s Lounge. Scott Tarulli on guitar, Chris Brady on drums, Ron Moreno on bass.
Date: 06/16/19
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Working on improvements
Working on improvements and expansion of the polish department. I love shop stuff.
Date: 06/16/19
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original CLFR light switch
A moment of silence for the death of an original CLFR light switch working in the 2548 building since 1975. I’m getting so weird now I think I’ll look for some NOS Leviton light switches. Ebay here I come!
Date: 06/16/19
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Taking Johnny’s old Mustang for a ride
Taking Johnny’s old Mustang for a ride.
Date: 06/16/19
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Johnny has a crew vacuuming in one of the lofts
Johnny has a crew vacuuming in one of the lofts so I can better organize some cool old stuff.
Date: 06/17/19
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B012680-1
Let’s have a good look our recent score, this L-1000 in Clear Blue over swamp ash with rosewood board. B012680 was completed here on December 20, 1983, so it’s kind of transitional having the black crinkle hardware and control plate, but also the hook hea
Date: 06/18/19
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B012680-2
Let’s have a good look our recent score, this L-1000 in Clear Blue over swamp ash with rosewood board. B012680 was completed here on December 20, 1983, so it’s kind of transitional having the black crinkle hardware and control plate, but also the hook hea
Date: 06/18/19
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B012680-3
Let’s have a good look our recent score, this L-1000 in Clear Blue over swamp ash with rosewood board. B012680 was completed here on December 20, 1983, so it’s kind of transitional having the black crinkle hardware and control plate, but also the hook hea
Date: 06/18/19
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B012680-4
Let’s have a good look our recent score, this L-1000 in Clear Blue over swamp ash with rosewood board. B012680 was completed here on December 20, 1983, so it’s kind of transitional having the black crinkle hardware and control plate, but also the hook hea
Date: 06/18/19
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B012680-5
Let’s have a good look our recent score, this L-1000 in Clear Blue over swamp ash with rosewood board. B012680 was completed here on December 20, 1983, so it’s kind of transitional having the black crinkle hardware and control plate, but also the hook hea
Date: 06/18/19
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B012680-6
Let’s have a good look our recent score, this L-1000 in Clear Blue over swamp ash with rosewood board. B012680 was completed here on December 20, 1983, so it’s kind of transitional having the black crinkle hardware and control plate, but also the hook hea
Date: 06/18/19
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B012680-7
Let’s have a good look our recent score, this L-1000 in Clear Blue over swamp ash with rosewood board. B012680 was completed here on December 20, 1983, so it’s kind of transitional having the black crinkle hardware and control plate, but also the hook hea
Date: 06/18/19
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B012680-8
Let’s have a good look our recent score, this L-1000 in Clear Blue over swamp ash with rosewood board. B012680 was completed here on December 20, 1983, so it’s kind of transitional having the black crinkle hardware and control plate, but also the hook hea
Date: 06/18/19
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tester from the lab
I just need to solder a ground lead to play this tester from the lab. The bridge and body are Fender era, the neck is MM era and the MFD pickups are G&L era. All of Leo’s brands in one lab tester.
Date: 06/21/19
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The little blob of solder on the intonation spring on the G string
The little blob of solder on the intonation spring on the G string is where Leo attached the ground wire. I’ll heat it up and try to reuse the same solder that Leo applied.
Date: 06/24/19
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I soldered the ground lead back on with Leo’s original solder
I soldered the ground lead back on with Leo’s original solder. I know that’s not a big deal but it felt like a special occasion. The output jack from the test board is an RCA so I need an adapter to 1/4”. I’ll look around the lab, maybe I’ll make an adapt
Date: 06/24/19
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It’s alive!!!
It’s alive!!! I love moments like this. Feels like it’s surprised to be waken up after decades.
Date: 06/25/19
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Memo is making an interface so I can plug in Leo’s tester
Memo is making an interface so I can plug in Leo’s tester as he left it. Well, did I fix the ground lead but so far that’s all. Hopefully that’s all it needs but if not, we’ll fix it.
Date: 06/25/19
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What is not a Fender,
What is not a Fender, Music Man or G&L but still 100% Leo Fender? This.
Date: 06/25/19
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projectsb2ndchance-1
#projectsb2ndchance needs a neck, and it needs the proper slim CLF headstock. We don’t have the old slim headstock all done up in the computer so here’s the plan. Take the big CLF headstock and modify it into the slim one using George’s 1982 handmade temp
Date: 07/01/19
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projectsb2ndchance-2
#projectsb2ndchance needs a neck, and it needs the proper slim CLF headstock. We don’t have the old slim headstock all done up in the computer so here’s the plan. Take the big CLF headstock and modify it into the slim one using George’s 1982 handmade temp
Date: 07/01/19
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projectsb2ndchance-3
I had one of those delightful moments of “heck yeah!” followed quickly by “sh*t damn.” Then I studied the arcs a little more and think yeah, this should work with like no margin for sanding error near the lower bout. Game on!
Date: 07/01/19
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projectsb2ndchance-4
I had one of those delightful moments of “heck yeah!” followed quickly by “sh*t damn.” Then I studied the arcs a little more and think yeah, this should work with like no margin for sanding error near the lower bout. Game on!
Date: 07/01/19
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nice 6:4 cut of quartersawn maple
I picked a nice 6/4 cut of quartersawn maple for #projectsb2ndchance. Really digging the bold grain.No photo description available.
Date: 07/03/19
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Doug to do a bit more setup work on Leo’s prototype with 3 angled MFD humbuckers
I got Doug to do a bit more setup work on Leo’s prototype with 3 angled MFD humbuckers. I’ve posted about it before if you don’t mind scrolling to late last year.
Date: 07/15/19
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So here’s Memo with the old original neck, Dave (me), and Marco with the new neck he sanded to match the old slim headstock
I freaking love this! Last week I told you my plan for #projectsb2ndchance to make a slim CLF bass headstock (early SB bass models) from the larger headstock on the early L-1000/L-2000.
Today I found out that these guys already did exactly ...
Date: 07/15/19
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1981 F-100 body made of mahogany with swamp ash stringers-1
My old friend Dean Coy visited today and brought some cool old stuff. This is a 1981 F-100 body made of mahogany with swamp ash stringers. To me, this is clearly a sample made just for management (especially Dale Hyatt I think) to check out. The grain mat
Date: 07/15/19
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1981 F-100 body made of mahogany with swamp ash stringers-2
My old friend Dean Coy visited today and brought some cool old stuff. This is a 1981 F-100 body made of mahogany with swamp ash stringers. To me, this is clearly a sample made just for management (especially Dale Hyatt I think) to check out. The grain mat
Date: 07/15/19
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1981 F-100 body made of mahogany with swamp ash stringers-3
My old friend Dean Coy visited today and brought some cool old stuff. This is a 1981 F-100 body made of mahogany with swamp ash stringers. To me, this is clearly a sample made just for management (especially Dale Hyatt I think) to check out. The grain mat
Date: 07/15/19
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1981 F-100 body made of mahogany with swamp ash stringers-4
My old friend Dean Coy visited today and brought some cool old stuff. This is a 1981 F-100 body made of mahogany with swamp ash stringers. To me, this is clearly a sample made just for management (especially Dale Hyatt I think) to check out. The grain mat
Date: 07/15/19
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1981 F-100 body made of mahogany with swamp ash stringers-5
My old friend Dean Coy visited today and brought some cool old stuff. This is a 1981 F-100 body made of mahogany with swamp ash stringers. To me, this is clearly a sample made just for management (especially Dale Hyatt I think) to check out. The grain mat
Date: 07/15/19
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Leo can keep an eye on things until morning
Posted 7/11/2019: Closing up for the night. Leo can keep an eye on things until morning. : )
Date: 07/16/19
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faucet just turned on in the bathroom by itself
The faucet just turned on in the bathroom by itself, it’s dark and I’m alone. It’s just plumbing or whatever, but this kinda stuff still freaks me out a little. Damn, right after I randomly post a pic of Leo and the faucet does this. Zoinks!!! I’m outta h
Date: 07/16/19
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automatic sensor turned on the light in a bathroom outside the lab-1
Posted 7/12/2019: Frickin’ great. Got another jolt this evening. I was closing up, all dark and the automatic sensor turned on the light in a bathroom outside the lab. Thing is, the auto sensor hasn’t worked for like 10 years, so you just press the little
Date: 07/16/19
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automatic sensor turned on the light in a bathroom outside the lab-2
Frickin’ great. Got another jolt this evening. I was closing up, all dark and the automatic sensor turned on the light in a bathroom outside the lab. Thing is, the auto sensor hasn’t worked for like 10 years, so you just press the little button to turn th
Date: 07/16/19
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CLF Research Espada banner
So I guess many of you saw this on the G&L page. They’re here, real and already shipping : ) Bringing this guitar to life was the coolest project ever. And I love it.
50 Years in the Making: The CLF Research Espada.
Learn more ...
Date: 07/21/19
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playing this Espada proto from the January NAMM show
I’m playing this Espada proto from the January NAMM show and feeling really good. It’s a truly fresh experience; nothing else looks or sounds like it.
Date: 07/21/19
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These Kluson tuners bring in the period vibe so nicely
Since Espada development goes back to the late 1960s, these Kluson tuners bring in the period vibe so nicely. They feel damn good too. Or maybe it’s in my head. Doesn’t matter. Johnny and I just knew we wanted Klusons on Espada, zero debate about it.
Date: 07/21/19
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looking at the 1969 CLFR drawings
I’m hangin’ out in Leo’s office, looking at the 1969 CLFR drawings and still kind of amazed that we brought the Espada to life. 50 years later. What a trip...
Date: 07/29/19
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this Espada hit me in the gut with a massive GAS attack
I don’t usually repost pics from the G&L Musical Instruments page, but when I do...this Espada hit me in the gut with a massive GAS attack. ???
???????? Here's a CLF Research Espada in 3-Tone Sunburst. CLF1904240 is headed to Front Porch Music in Bak
Date: 07/29/19
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Manny has prepped that nice piece of quartersawn maple with truss rod and stiffening rods-1
Project #projectsb2ndchance update: Manny has prepped that nice piece of quartersawn maple with truss rod and stiffening rods, and now it’s time to do some shaping. That’s George’s 1982 headstock template we’ll use to do the headstock shape.
Date: 07/29/19
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Manny has prepped that nice piece of quartersawn maple with truss rod and stiffening rods-2
Project #projectsb2ndchance update: Manny has prepped that nice piece of quartersawn maple with truss rod and stiffening rods, and now it’s time to do some shaping. That’s George’s 1982 headstock template we’ll use to do the headstock shape.
Date: 07/29/19
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some shop upgrades
just came back from vacation and I’m really happy to see some shop upgrades. Johnny and had some original 1970s CLFR benches made by Leo’s handyman Ronnie Beers converted to downdraft for the polish department expansion. I love this stuff!!!
Date: 08/08/19
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Ahhh...good to be back
Ahhh...good to be back.
Date: 08/08/19
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Leo’s Bactine spray
August 9 at 5:14 PM: I got a super itchy bug bite and Leo’s Bactine spray still works great, even though it’s nearly 30 years old. Thanks, Leo!
Date: 08/12/19
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8:00am meeting with a contractor for HVAC work in Leo’s Lounge
August 10 at 9:55 AM: I had an 8:00am meeting with a contractor for HVAC work in Leo’s Lounge. Well, he’s been gone for a while, as it seems I’ve spent about 20 minutes on guitar, 20 minutes on bass, 20 minutes on Rhodes, and to my surprise, I lasted abou
Date: 08/12/19
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My beloved 2002 ASAT Deluxe Semi-Hollow
August 10 at 11:06 AM :
Last business for the day: dime the Marshall with my beloved 2002 ASAT Deluxe Semi-Hollow. Hey, it’s #ASATurday so yeah, I guess it seems right that this guitar caught my eye before leaving and pulled me back on stage.
Date: 08/12/19
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Doing a bit of work on the CLF-67:68 prototype in Leo’s lab
Doing a bit of work on the CLF-67/68 prototype in Leo’s lab. I kind of think it would be cool to hang this in the lounge next to the first modern Espada prototype.
Date: 08/12/19
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Some old friends and one new friend
Some old friends and one new friend
Date: 08/12/19
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Up in the sky
Look! Up in the sky! It’s a bird! It’s a crane? It’s a new A/C system for Leo’s Lounge! The stage area was originally warehouse so this needed to be done. Summer in Fullerton is no joke.
Date: 08/13/19
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The first modern Espada prototype
The first modern Espada prototype, the one used to test countless pickups until we were happy. We had to feel we would be truly proud to show Leo what we’ve done with the tools and technologies he left us to complete his 1969 concept. I like to imagine he
Date: 08/13/19
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evoLEOtion
evoLEOtion
Date: 08/13/19
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V12 took a beating in shipping-1
This V12 took a beating in shipping; check out that stress crack in the second pic. Well, I suppose I’m just gonna have to take this one for Leo’s Lounge. It already has its first battle scar, so welcome to the lounge life!
Date: 08/15/19
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V12 took a beating in shipping-2
This V12 took a beating in shipping; check out that stress crack in the second pic. Well, I suppose I’m just gonna have to take this one for Leo’s Lounge. It already has its first battle scar, so welcome to the lounge life!
Date: 08/15/19
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new A:C is rockin!
Leo’s Lounge might literally have the coolest stage around. The crew isn’t even finished yet but this new A/C is rockin! Our drummer friends will especially like the gentle cool breeze perfectly positioned.
Date: 08/17/19
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One of the early Doheny prototypes-1
One of the early Doheny prototypes. I remember being so excited I couldn’t wait for any finish; I wanted to test Johnny’s latest MFD jazzer pickups frickin immediately. Good times for sure.
Date: 08/17/19
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One of the early Doheny prototypes-2
One of the early Doheny prototypes. I remember being so excited I couldn’t wait for any finish; I wanted to test Johnny’s latest MFD jazzer pickups frickin immediately. Good times for sure.
Date: 08/17/19
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The long awaited Fallout Bass
The long awaited Fallout Bass: 30” of fury, kind of like a fun-size wunkay. I really don’t know the rollout details, other than there is a Launch Edition coming out with with racing stripes. What a cool little machine this is
Date: 08/18/19
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CLF1904233 back of headstock
I’m back!!! I was on a business trip which turned out to be super fun and hopefully turns into some good video for you guys.
Date: 08/24/19
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I love how this came together
I love how this came together
Date: 08/26/19
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Gonna sit in Leo’s office chair and do some thinking
Gonna sit in Leo’s office chair and do some thinking.
Date: 08/26/19
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Robert Poss’ modded SC-1
Hanging with Robert Poss’ modded SC-1. Finally making some headway on a killer flame replacement neck. I’ve had this fun machine for a year or something, but just imagine all the extra mojo it soaks up sitting in Leo’s cart behind his desk. ; )
Date: 08/26/19
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you can do this after hours
Posted Aug 27: When you work at a cool guitar company, you can do this after hours all you want while the boss goes home. Have fun, guys!
Date: 08/31/19
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Time to play the ‘82 twokay today
Posted Aug 28: Time to play the ‘82 twokay today
Date: 08/31/19
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The thunder never dies
Posted Aug 28: The thunder never dies
Date: 08/31/19
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2018 wunkay-1
This 2018 wunkay had some pickup testing done on it then it hung neglected in the front room of Leo’s Lounge, without any pickup at all.
Steve decided to put a pickup in it and now it’s good to go. In fact, it’s the best feeling and...
Date: 08/31/19
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2018 wunkay-2
This 2018 wunkay had some pickup testing done on it then it hung neglected in the front room of Leo’s Lounge, without any pickup at all.
Steve decided to put a pickup in it and now it’s good to go. In fact, it’s the best feeling and...
Date: 08/31/19
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1982 template used to make replacement necks for Fender Strats-1
1982 template used to make replacement necks for Fender Strats.
Date: 08/31/19
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1982 template used to make replacement necks for Fender Strats-2
1982 template used to make replacement necks for Fender Strats.
Date: 08/31/19
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1982 template used to make replacement necks for Fender Strats-3
1982 template used to make replacement necks for Fender Strats
Date: 08/31/19
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1982 template used to make replacement necks for Fender Strats-4
1982 template used to make replacement necks for Fender Strats
Date: 08/31/19
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Josh used George Fullerton’s 1982 SB headstock template to mark it then Manny did the shaping freehand on a Leo sander-1
#projectsb2ndchance update: my brother sent me these pics from the wood shop today. Josh used George Fullerton’s 1982 SB headstock template to mark it then Manny did the shaping freehand on a Leo sander
Date: 09/03/19
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Josh used George Fullerton’s 1982 SB headstock template to mark it then Manny did the shaping freehand on a Leo sander-2
#projectsb2ndchance update: my brother sent me these pics from the wood shop today. Josh used George Fullerton’s 1982 SB headstock template to mark it then Manny did the shaping freehand on a Leo sander
Date: 09/03/19
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The Pharaoh Gold Firemist CLFR Doheny V12
The Pharaoh Gold Firemist CLFR Doheny V12. I freaking love this guitar
Date: 09/04/19
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Leo’s CLF-75B2 prototype from 1975
Between two brands: Leo’s CLF-75B2 prototype from 1975 with hand painted headstock artwork by George Fullerton. The production Sting Ray Bass introduced the next year was actually quite different, more than just the pickup.
Date: 09/04/19
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I had a damn good time thrashing this pick in funkytown
I had a damn good time thrashing this pick in funkytown, then suddenly I thought of something that kinda blows my mind. In the Espada, I have helped create a guitar that inspires my own musical creativity. That’s what it was designed to do for guitarists,
Date: 09/06/19
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breadboard instrument” tester-1
Three brands, one Leo: this “breadboard instrument” tester began life at Fender in the ‘60s, fitted with a Music Man neck in the ‘70s, and was left by Leo holding a test board loaded with G&L MFD single coil pickups and controls.
Date: 09/07/19
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breadboard instrument” tester-2
Three brands, one Leo: this “breadboard instrument” tester began life at Fender in the ‘60s, fitted with a Music Man neck in the ‘70s, and was left by Leo holding a test board loaded with G&L MFD single coil pickups and controls.
Date: 09/07/19
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breadboard instrument” tester-3
Three brands, one Leo: this “breadboard instrument” tester began life at Fender in the ‘60s, fitted with a Music Man neck in the ‘70s, and was left by Leo holding a test board loaded with G&L MFD single coil pickups and controls.
Date: 09/07/19
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breadboard instrument” tester-4
Three brands, one Leo: this “breadboard instrument” tester began life at Fender in the ‘60s, fitted with a Music Man neck in the ‘70s, and was left by Leo holding a test board loaded with G&L MFD single coil pickups and controls.
Date: 09/07/19
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Leo Fender Signature ASAT Classic
Taking this old Leo Fender Signature ASAT Classic out for a ride. It was the late ‘80s when Leo finally revisited a more traditional single-cutaway-I-didn’t-say-tele than the model we know today as the ASAT Special. And what a damn fine way to bookend tha
Date: 09/11/19
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Sunburst Espada on Darragh’s bench-1
As I was making the rounds, checking front and back doors (we have like 26 in total) I saw this lovely Sunburst Espada on Darragh’s bench and I realized that soon this guitar will blow the mind of some happy soul. Maybe one of you looking at this picture
Date: 09/11/19
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Sunburst Espada on Darragh’s bench-2
As I was making the rounds, checking front and back doors (we have like 26 in total) I saw this lovely Sunburst Espada on Darragh’s bench and I realized that soon this guitar will blow the mind of some happy soul. Maybe one of you looking at this picture
Date: 09/11/19
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All that glitters can be gold
All that glitters can be gold. Case in point: this Pharaoh Gold Doheny V12. The details, the tones, everything is????????????
Date: 09/11/19
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They’re not dusty old R&D parts, they’re mojo crystals that power CLFR
They’re not dusty old R&D parts, they’re mojo crystals that power CLFR.
Date: 09/12/19
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1975 CLF-75B2 prototype and the decal on a production neck bolted to the “breadboard” tester-1
By request: close up view of George Fullerton’s hand painted artwork on the 1975 CLF-75B2 prototype and the decal on a production neck bolted to the “breadboard” tester we looked at the other day. George was the talented stylist, and Leo was the technical
Date: 09/12/19
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1975 CLF-75B2 prototype and the decal on a production neck bolted to the “breadboard” tester-2
By request: close up view of George Fullerton’s hand painted artwork on the 1975 CLF-75B2 prototype and the decal on a production neck bolted to the “breadboard” tester we looked at the other day. George was the talented stylist, and Leo was the technical
Date: 09/12/19
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Hall of Fame is in the middle of woodshop
Everyone needs a role model: these necks would put a big fat grin on Leo’s face, and that’s why this Hall of Fame is in the middle of woodshop. These are made to be handled by the wooshop crew. They are touchstones, representing the high standards of the
Date: 09/16/19
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new CLF Research YouTube channel
Heeeeeeere’s Johnny! My brother and I just attempted to film some material for the new CLF Research YouTube channel. Two old guys with a lot of history and family in the Musical Instruments business since the days we were born. Truth is, neither of us can
Date: 09/17/19
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‘50s ‘60s ‘70s and ‘80s all represented in Leo’s journey. This is CLF Research
‘50s ‘60s ‘70s and ‘80s all represented in Leo’s journey. This is CLF Research.
Date: 09/19/19
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From concept to perfection
From concept to perfection: Leo’s late ‘60s research in bridge technology led to his Saddle Lock design in the late ‘70s.
Date: 09/22/19
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80's Skyhawk in Clear Red
Incoming vintage Skyhawk in Clear Red. 1980s Leo magic wrapped in George’s modern art.
Date: 09/22/19
Views: 336
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1978 StingRay
Taking the 1978 StingRay I out for a ride. These are fun and funky if you ever get your hands on a good vintage example from the CLFR years, 1976 to mid 1980. The CLFR factory had been in full operation for just 2 years when this guitar was made. As usual
Date: 09/24/19
Views: 327
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Leo left himself a reminder note to get a patent
Leo left himself a reminder note to get a patent. I love little artifacts like this.
Date: 09/24/19
Views: 476
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This guitar will be born today
This guitar will be born today.
Date: 09/25/19
Views: 312
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communication breakdown, it’s always the same
communication breakdown, it’s always the same
Date: 09/25/19
Views: 348
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1997 body template to make a baritone ASATele beast-1
George Fullerton’s 1997 body template to make a baritone ASATele beast. It sure doesn’t feel like 22 years since we were messing around with this.
Date: 09/27/19
Views: 406
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1997 body template to make a baritone ASATele beast-2
George Fullerton’s 1997 body template to make a baritone ASATele beast. It sure doesn’t feel like 22 years since we were messing around with this.
Date: 09/27/19
Views: 311
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1997 body template to make a baritone ASATele beast-3
George Fullerton’s 1997 body template to make a baritone ASATele beast. It sure doesn’t feel like 22 years since we were messing around with this.
Date: 09/27/19
Views: 306
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1997 body template to make a baritone ASATele beast-4
George Fullerton’s 1997 body template to make a baritone ASATele beast. It sure doesn’t feel like 22 years since we were messing around with this.
Date: 09/27/19
Views: 354
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leo proto which became the Espada-1
Wikipedia says that on November 19, 1969, astronaut Alan Bean guided the Apollo 12 module to within 200 yards of Surveyor 3 landing site. Meanwhile, Leo continued developing his own technology moonshot.
Date: 09/28/19
Views: 319
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leo proto which became the Espada-2
Wikipedia says that on November 19, 1969, astronaut Alan Bean guided the Apollo 12 module to within 200 yards of Surveyor 3 landing site. Meanwhile, Leo continued developing his own technology moonshot.
Date: 09/28/19
Views: 308
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leo proto which became the Espada-3
Wikipedia says that on November 19, 1969, astronaut Alan Bean guided the Apollo 12 module to within 200 yards of Surveyor 3 landing site. Meanwhile, Leo continued developing his own technology moonshot.
Date: 09/28/19
Views: 334
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leo proto which became the Espada-4
Wikipedia says that on November 19, 1969, astronaut Alan Bean guided the Apollo 12 module to within 200 yards of Surveyor 3 landing site. Meanwhile, Leo continued developing his own technology moonshot.
Date: 09/28/19
Views: 361
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leo proto which became the Espada-5
Wikipedia says that on November 19, 1969, astronaut Alan Bean guided the Apollo 12 module to within 200 yards of Surveyor 3 landing site. Meanwhile, Leo continued developing his own technology moonshot.
Date: 09/28/19
Views: 310
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Leo’s old Famco press made in Kenosha, Wisconsin
pressure, pressin’ down on you: Leo’s old Famco press made in Kenosha, Wisconsin. It was built to last and is serviceable nearly forever. Yeah, it’s just a tool in a factory, but what it represents to me is far more special than that.
Date: 09/29/19
Views: 277
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Here’s the story...of an axe named ASAT
Here’s the story...of an axe named ASAT: Coming up next on the CLF Research YouTube channel.
Date: 09/30/19
Views: 307
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Me and Tommy Chong with his new ride
Me and Tommy Chong with his new ride
Date: 10/01/19
Views: 277
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Decades
Decades
Date: 10/02/19
Views: 276
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Need loud
Need loud
Date: 10/03/19
Views: 301
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These are the golden years
These are the golden years
Date: 10/03/19
Views: 303
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Hats off to Leo
Hats off to Leo
Date: 10/03/19
Views: 291
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Leo’s “breadboard” pickup testers
I just filmed the story on Leo’s “breadboard” pickup testers. Should hit the CLF Research YouTube channel tomorrow, so let’s geek the hell out with amazing historic artifacts.
Date: 10/03/19
Views: 301
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mid 1960s Rockwell 15-655 drill press
In the wood shop: I was doing a little service on this mid 1960s Rockwell 15-655 drill press. I forgot you guys like weird stuff like Leo’s vintage American tools, so here’s a fix. :
Date: 10/04/19
Views: 530
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Danny drew this-1
Nailed it: Danny drew this and I f’ing love it. He even got the cup of green tea I’m always carrying around.
Date: 10/09/19
Views: 347
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Danny drew this-2
Nailed it: Danny drew this and I f’ing love it. He even got the cup of green tea I’m always carrying around.
Date: 10/09/19
Views: 304
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Project Fake Broadcaster
Yeee Haaa! Bendin’ an’ twangin’ on Project Fake Broadcaster. Damn this is fun.
Date: 10/09/19
Views: 339
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Random pic of an old friend
Random pic of an old friend.
Date: 10/11/19
Views: 325
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