By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Others would have to decide whether its a worthy and worthwhile platform for parts upgrading. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. The sound is 100% vintage strat. The SwampKaster guitars were high quality musical instruments, made of the finest hand selected resonant Louisiana Swamp Ash USA. It's more of a $350 guitar, but decent neck, bound top, I've certainly palyed worse. Bill Lawrence Swampkaster T. USA. 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. How about their new album? Bill Lawrence USA SwampKaster S (strat style)gloss black, 3 Black Label single coil pickups. It cost about $450 or $500 new. Please check the fields highlighted in red. France, Serial number is SKT01090092. View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Bill Lawrence SwampKaster T Sunburst | Reverb Listing is for a used but very clean condition Bill Lawrence SwampKaster T electric guitar. USA. 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. Great guitar, used it on a friends recording project. Wow, I'm really surprised. It has a gig sleeve that is included with this guitar. Neck: Hardrock Maple I am not sure, but I think the SwampKasters come standard with the tortie pickguard which is normally extra with other brands. I played a beat to hell one that was at a guitar center a few years agodefinitely NOT a great guitar at that price. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: Overall Impression 10 I added some dirt using an. The double bound Louisiana swamp ash (3 piece) body is nicely finished. 2. It actually sounds pretty good, has resonant body, comfy neck and plays okay. Guess it must be the same guitar. Bill Lawrence Telecaster / Swampkaster Demo with Silverface Vibrolux 1,120 views Sep 30, 2019 The SwampKaster sports some stout midrange and nimble electronics. All guitars sold receive a 35-point inspection, ensuring an incredible playing experience. Condition Very Good. Confusing . If you're not familiar with these guitars, you're missing out! Please check the fields highlighted in red. Some of the add-ons on this site are powered by. By continuing to use Reverb, you agree to these updates, and to our cookie policy. Final assembly and the setup of Get the guaranteed best price on Solid Body Electric Guitars like the Bill Lawrence Swampkaster Solid Body Electric Guitar at Musician's Friend. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. experienced Japanese supervision. Great blues guitar.I bought it new at a little music store in Southern Illinois for $400It has a beautiful rock-maple neck. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Bill Lawrence Swampkaster Strat. This is a NOS (new old stock) guitar. It's equipped with a Duncan Hot Stack bridge pickup and a 4 way switch, which yield 4 distinct tonal options. It's a workhorse, stays in tune. The Gear Page is the leading online community and marketplace for guitars, amps, pedals, effects and associated gear. I know. The SwampKaster guitars were high quality musical instruments, made of the finest hand selected resonant Louisiana Swamp Ash USA. I have a Swampkaster T. Maple neck and board and natural finish. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. AMAZING tone. Visit . 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"! Dec 30, 2009 #4 Ronkirn Doctor of Teleocity Joined May 1, 2003 Posts 12,967 Age 76 Location Jacksonville, FL Bill Lawrence Swampkaster Tele. I had a Tele that said Bill Lawrence on it once and had a regular Fender style Tele headstock. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. 3 Tone Sunburst Mine has a maple on maple neck with a 12" radius. Tonally, this one can more than hold it's own. The pickups have much less noise than Fender Strat pickups and capture the nuances of your playing style. Oops, looks like you forgot something. 2006 Bill Lawrence USA Swampkaster T (Telecaster type) is Standard in features as in a Telecaster. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Watch your friend's jaws drop when you start ripping off creamy Santana licks with your Tele! 2006 Bill Lawrence USA Swampkaster T (Telecaster type) is Standard in features as in a Telecaster. It actually sounds pretty good, has resonant body, comfy neck and plays okay. The one I got has maple fingerboard and is finished tri-color sunburst. 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. Color Red Red. Is a beautiful natural finished guitar with swamp ash wood and Bill Lawrence Pickups made in the U.S.A. The hardware looks nice without loosing their Shine after a few years of use. 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 Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Position 4 is party time, putting both pickups in series for fat humbucker tones. Comes with a soft case. 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. Only thing it did not have was a hardshell case and Callaham hardware. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Doesn't stay in tune too well, though, but I attribute that to a badly cut nut and poor setup overall. I highly recommend it for the money. finishing of the wood is done in Asia under the best skilled and USA. 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 . Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. I can really smoke on this guitar and it always gets looks from other guitarists. I have a Swampkaster T. Maple neck and board and natural finish. . 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. SwampKaster are high quality musical guitars, made of the finest hand selected resonant Louisiana Swamp Ash USA. The final assembly and the setup of the SwampKaster's were done in California USA and all Bill Lawrence Pickups . This guitar shows very little wear. Will ship with a used hard shell TKL case and original dust bag This item is sold As-Described Had a Bill Lawrence Swampcaster Strat style about 20 years ago. 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". The cutting and finishing of the wood is done in Asia under the best skilled and experienced Japanese supervision. Position 3 cops the standard funky parallel Tele tone, albeit with a bit more girth. Note: It came with a 3 way switch, which I had changed to a Callaham four way switch. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. I have examined it closely for flaws but can't find any. The two pickups are made in the USA and are available as an after-market upgrade. I made only minor adjustments after changing the strings to 11s. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Not played since 2010. Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care. The double. Made in USA Bill Lawrence pickups. A good clean sound is a plus, can the G&L cover that? Shipping not included in price. The frets are in great shape and have a ton of life left and there are only minor impressions. Description. Obviously, the natural ash body with double binding and maple neck cosmetics evoke memories of the immortal Albert Collins. Hey! I bought mine a few years ago for $400 on eBay. Features 9 View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. 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. I have pickups from the "original" Bill, they are GREAT!Bill is a true pioneer. From the looks of it, the parts are all of high quality. I have been . Oops, looks like you forgot something. 407-885-3298. Based on your location, we've changed your settings: Shipping Region: Will ship Fed Ex Smartpost, or UPS Ground.407-885-3298. Original Bill Lawrence Single Coil Pickups. View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. Bill Lawrence SwampKaster stratocaster mid eighties. Currency: Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. The neck is a flat, wide oval profile with a maple cap and truss rod adjustment at the headstock. Guitar sleeve is included. New Old Stock. Doesn't stay in tune too well, though, but I attribute that to a badly cut nut and poor setup overall. The sound is 100% vintage strat. There is no reason not to change to strap lock buttons unless you want to court disaster. Sloppy solder, neck fit, switch is noisy. Neck is hard rock maple and has medium jumbo frets that are polished and smooth in the edges. 1. Feb 4, 2012 #6 Z zeke54 Tele-Afflicted Brand New items are sold by an authorized dealer or original builder and include all original packaging. Subscribe to our email newsletter today to receive updates on the latest news and special offers! Given Boris' reputation here and on TDPRI, he's probably said enough. Assembled in California with imported hardware. I still don't understand it. Body Wood: Best hand-selected Swamp Ash from the deep wet swamps of Louisiana Action, Fit & Finish 10 The tone control and volume pots were okay, but I changed them out for Callaham hardware including Switch (to 4 way) and jack. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Or, for little over $400, you can get an excellent. Is this a Swampkaster or an actual Tele that says Bill Lawrence on it? View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. With the extra cash saved, one can always use it for the pots, switch, etc. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. The SwampKaster guitars are high quality musical instruments, made of the finest hand selected resonant Louisiana Swamp Ash USA. 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. It's a workhorse, stays in tune.Lot of treblesome of the construction is weak. hand selected resonant Louisiana Swamp Ash USA. This is a Strat style guitar. I'd think a LPS with P90's would do Black Keys' stuff really well. The finish is beautiful, the neck clean. For a limited time, save in the Gibson European Demo Shop. I bought this from the Recycler for $450.00. Sound 10 Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. The cutting and finishing of the wood is done in Japan. That's all I know about it. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. I believe these pickups were used by Roy Buchanaan who was a great tone freak. Pickups are made in California by Bill Lawrence USA. 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. Pickups were the blade type, quiet but very "Stratty". Bill Lawrence USA is a different person. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. The cutting and finishing of the wood is done in Asia under the best skilled and experienced Japanese supervision. This one comes in at a well balanced 7 lbs. 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. May 11, 2010. This is a Bill Lawrence Swamp Ash Telecaster. Surprisingly, the tone control capacitor is a high quality Vitamin D Oil type only found in custom guitars. Bill Lawrence designed a guitar especially for Roy around 1985 or so. Listed: 5 years ago Views: 349 Watchers: 5 Offers: 0 Sold By Birdhouse Music Northampton, MA, United States (677) Sales 1000+ Love to see a picture. The Pickups were loud and quiet. Wow, someone resurrected this.thank you though. B-Stock items are sold by an authorized dealer or original builder, but have been opened, blemished, or used in some manner. 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. To reflect our commitment, we updated our terms and conditions. The bridge pickup is bright without being harsh and has a really great transient attack. 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. Hey! Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. For $500 I'd go with a G&L tribute instead. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Learn More, Bill Lawrence Swampkaster Strat. -Michael Feb 2, 2008 #4 B boris bubbanov Tele Axpert Ad Free Member Joined Feb 24, 2007 Posts 56,957 Location Hey! Jun Link to comment Great tone and feel, and the Bill Lawrenc. The quality seems OK. If it went missing, I shall want to replace it with the same. The dislike towards the newer wave of guitar players. Controls: Volume, Tone, 5 Way Selector Switch. EUR The cutting and finishing of the wood is done in Asia under the best skilled and experienced Japanese supervision. Nice touch! Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. 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 BRAND new Bill Lawrence SwampKaster T guitar, I just got this in this afternoon. Mint items are in essentially new original condition but have been opened or played. 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. 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. The frets were well dressed too. Bill Lawrence Swampkaster T Red. This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Hats off to both Bill Lawrence USA and Aamp, their dealer. SwampKaster are high quality musical guitars, made of the finest hand selected resonant Louisiana Swamp Ash USA. I've been playing guitar since 1964. Great guitars played a couple & was taken-a-back at such a good deal What about the new 50's Tribute Les Paul Studio? Lot of treble Learn More. I bought mine a few years ago for $400 on eBay. Korea, Republic of Plays really well! Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape. Oops, looks like you forgot something. Please check the fields highlighted in red. Duh. www.billlawrence.com and www.billlawrenceusa.comwho make the Swampkasters are completely different companies. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Hey! Please check the fields highlighted in red. I picked one up from GC for something like $679 plus tax. It has Swamp Ash wood and a beautiful finish. My experience with the Lawrence guitars was really different. Copyright 2023 Treasuretone Guitars | Vintage Guitars Online | Buy and Sell Vintage Instruments. I also own a Gibson Les Paul Jr, Gibson SG, and Fender Tele, but the swampkaster is my #1 go-to guitar. It actually sounds pretty good, has resonant body, comfy neck and plays okay. I've been playing guitar since 1964. 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! Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of. It has Swamp Ash wood and a beautiful finish. Brand New items are sold by an authorized dealer or original builder and include all original packaging. For a more detailed description and questions regarding sound, feel, or cosmetic condition, please call to speak to one of our experts. The following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. New Old Stock. This is a Bill Lawrence Swamp Ash Telecaster. Oops, looks like you forgot something. This is a very good Blues guitar and it suits its purpose well. Fender Moulded Hard Case. The cutting and finishing of the wood is done in Japan. 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. Doesn't stay in tune too well, though, but I attribute that to a badly cut nut and poor setup overall. Fretboard: Maple Wish I had kept it, sounded and played great. Bill Lawrence Pickups are equipped. 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). #6. The cutting and finishing of the wood is done in Japan. I own the SwampKaster S. I like it. This is a great Blues Guitar, and I like it. Most Successful Signature Guitar Of All Time? One of the most impressive finishes I have ever seen. 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. . Is in great shape with some minor dings.see pictures. Shop the top brands at the best prices all while receiving free shipping! Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review. 2023: The Year Epiphone Became Unaffordable. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. I had one and it wasn't bad at all. 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 Bill Lawrence Swampkaster T. USA. Superb. Great blues guitar. View similar gear from other sellers on Reverb. This is a great Blues Guitar, and I like it. The tailpiece is Vintage Tele type and is string through body style. With those changes I think it would be a great guitar for under $800. Bill Lawrence tele model? Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. Guitar sleeve is included. I can tell you the Bill Lawrence.com pickups are the best bang for the buck. Gear Review Network / MusicGearReview.com - 2000, Other Reviews & Articles Related to Electric_Guitars. Is a beautiful natural finished guitar with swamp ash wood and Bill Lawrence Pickups made in the U.S.A. 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. The guitar came very well setup. I find this by far, the best sub $1000 Telecaster. 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. Trusted for. Natural high-gloss finish with a swamp ash body. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. Absolutely LOVE it. Guitar "feel". Based on your location, we've changed your settings: This is such a stunning guitar! You are using an out of date browser. I bought it new at a little music store in Southern Illinois for $400 It has a beautiful rock-maple neck. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. 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). Excellent playability and fantastic sounding pickups. So this guitar should withstand some abuse. Ditto for the tailpiece. You must log in or register to reply here. the SwampKasters are done in California, USA and all Bill Lawrence View similar gear Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. With those changes I think it would be a great guitar for under $800. Reliability & Durability 10 Treasuretone Guitars | Vintage Guitars Online | Buy and Sell Vintage Instruments. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. I would recomend this guitar, check it out before you buy. The cast and sealed tuners are good quality and I didn't see a need to change them. Of course, he was one of my favorite blues guitarist. I have a Swampkaster T. Maple neck and board and natural finish. The neck is darker as expected, but with great definition. In great shape with minor pick guard scratches. Watch this gear and we'll notify you if it becomes available again. 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. Serial number is SKS01090094 Product Specs About the Seller Replay Guitar Exchange Others would have to decide whether it's a worthy and worthwhile platform for parts upgrading. The body and neck are CNCed in Korea and assembled in San Diego. 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 changed out the strap button for a German designed strap locking system. JavaScript is disabled. It was an awesome Tele with very strong Tele sounds in the Bridge, very fun and good sounding guitars. The neck pickup is round and flutey, the bridge pickup is searing and fat. I could not find any flaws. It has never been sold. Oops, looks like you forgot something. 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. Sells & Ships to Continental United States Only. The neck is true from top to bottom and has great action. In the two middle position, I get a really sounding twang. I bought mine a few years ago for $400 on eBay. Bill Lawrence Bill Lawrence Swampkaster T tele style Guitar Used - Very Good $459 + $49 Shipping It looks like that piece of gear is gone. Bill Lawrence Pickups are equipped. Please check the fields highlighted in red. SwampKasters are built by a former partner of his who is somewhat less than scrupulous. Only pedal I use occasionally is a Dunlop Cry Baby Wah. It has a gig sleeve that is included with this guitar. 12 ozs. The cutting and 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 This is one muscular tone machine! SwampKaster are high quality musical guitars, made of the finest hand selected resonant Louisiana Swamp Ash USA. 2 user reviews of Swampkaster T by Bill Lawrence USA. 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. If anything is cheap it's probably the hardware, but I haven't had any problems yet in over a year of use. Or, for little over $400, you can get an excellent. Double bound Tele style swamp ash body, maple neck, and actual Bill Lawrence USA pickups stock! Just to let you know the Swampkaster is not made by the same guy that designed the Fender SCN pickups. Make Bill Lawrence. 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 two pickups are made in the USA and are available as an after-market upgrade. $ 1,999.00. Learn More, We understand the importance of online privacy and are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation. By clicking Subscribe, I agree to receive exclusive offers & promotions, news & reviews, and personalized tips for buying and selling on Reverb. Played very little before that. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. If it went missing, I shall want to replace it with the same. 9.8. 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