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"I must admit, I'm happy with the guitars I use already. To be honest, it sort of does what it says on the tin type of thing. I've tried lots of different guitars over the years, but I just always loved Fender Precision. I tried different ones. I tried the Jazz and I tried loads of basses over the years, and they all got their own elements and good things about them. It's not like whatever. But I think you just have to find your own thing, really. And the position just always felt right for me."
"The Fender Jazz Bass is yet another of those classic instruments that was created for a purpose but then found utility outside that purpose. Sure, it’s great for jazz, and has been ever since it was released in 1960 (briefly as the Deluxe Model before being renamed to reflect the design elements it borrowed from the Jazzmaster guitar), but the very feature that made it appeal to jazz players – its slimmer, narrower neck – made it equally suited for genres yet to come. Metal, psychedelia, funk, progressive rock, grunge… heck, rock as we know it didn’t even exist at the time the Jazz Bass was launched."
"The Fender Stratocaster, affectionately known as the “Strat,” has become an iconic emblem of rock ‘n’ roll and a testament to the innovative spirit of its creator, Leo Fender. Introduced in 1954, the Stratocaster was designed with the input of professional musicians and quickly distinguished itself as a revolutionary instrument, both in terms of its sound and its striking aesthetic. [...] The Stratocaster’s enduring popularity is a testament to its quality, versatility, and the continual innovation that Fender has applied to its design over the years. Whether it’s the classic models from the ’50s and ’60s or the modern iterations that incorporate contemporary guitar technology, the Strat continues to be a favorite among musicians of all levels, from bedroom players to international touring artists. In the world of electric guitars, the Fender Stratocaster is not just an instrument but a cultural symbol that embodies the spirit of rock ‘n’ roll. Its continued relevance and desirability, decades after its introduction, speak volumes about its impact on music and its status as one of the most influential guitars ever created."
"Throughout its history, the Fender Stratocaster has been embraced by legendary musicians such as Jimi Hendrix, Eric Clapton, and David Gilmour, whose groundbreaking techniques and memorable performances have showcased the Strat’s extraordinary potential. Hendrix’s manipulation of the Stratocaster at Woodstock in 1969, playing a right-handed guitar flipped upside down and restrung for left-hand playing, remains one of the most iconic moments in rock history."
"One of the Stratocaster’s most defining features is its contoured body shape, designed for ergonomic comfort and ease of play, allowing musicians to perform for hours without the discomfort associated with many of the other guitars available at the time. This thoughtful design, combined with its balanced weight distribution, made the Strat not just an instrument but an extension of the musician’s body."
"The Stratocaster’s versatile sound is another hallmark that has cemented its place in music history. Equipped with three single-coil pickups and a unique five-way selector switch (introduced in the 1970s), the Strat offers a wide range of tones, making it suitable for genres ranging from rock and blues to jazz and country. This versatility is amplified by the guitar’s signature “bell-like” tone, characterised by its bright, crisp sound that can be both smooth and piercing when needed."
"When it first came out, the Tele’s design was nothing short of revolutionary – its simple and functional solid body significantly reduced different feedback issues and made room for higher sound amplification. The single-coil pickups give Telecaster recognisable bright, cutting tones, and its beauty lies in its simplicity and durability. Today, this guitar is a classic in the music industry and one that’s been very much appreciated by the greats like Keith Richards, Albert Collins, James Burton, and Bruce Springsteen."
"Throughout modern music history, the Fender Telecaster has played a huge part in the evolution of country music. From Western swing in the 1940s and ’50s, the Bakersfield and Nashville sounds in the ’60s, the Outlaw movement in the ’70s and the country rockers that top the charts today, the Telecaster is the sound of country. With its signature twang and resonance, and its reputation as the instrument of the “working musician,” the Telecaster asserted itself as a country mainstay right from the very beginning."
"One of those electric guitars that had a rocky start but reached stardom a couple of decades after it was initially produced is the Fender Jaguar.It was introduced in the early 1960s and received mixed reviews because of its distinctive twangy sound. However, the alternative and indie rock movement of the ‘80s and ‘90s accepted Jaguar with aplomb thanks to its design and functionality."
"The Fender Jaguar has a shorter scale length than the brand’s other guitar models, leaving more room for highly technical players to do their magic. What also sets it apart is the intricate electronic circuitry, with different switches for pickup selection and separate lead and rhythm circuits. This is exactly what every innovative musician dreams of—sonic versatility and superb playability combined. It’s no wonder Kurt Cobain, Johnny Marr, and John Frusciante have a special place in their hearts for the Fender Jaguar."
Young though he was, his radiant energy produced such an impression of absolute reliability that Hedgewar made him the first sarkaryavah, or general secretary, of the RSS.
- Gopal Mukund Huddar
Largely because of the influence of communists in London, Huddar's conversion into an enthusiastic supporter of the fight against fascism was quick and smooth. The ease with which he crossed from one worldview to another betrays the fact that he had not properly understood the world he had grown in.
Huddar would have been 101 now had he been alive. But then centenaries are not celebrated only to register how old so and so would have been and when. They are usually celebrated to explore how much poorer our lives are without them. Maharashtrian public life is poorer without him. It is poorer for not having made the effort to recall an extraordinary life.
I regret I was not there to listen to Balaji Huddar's speech [...] No matter how many times you listen to him, his speeches are so delightful that you feel like listening to them again and again.
By the time he came out of Franco's prison, Huddar had relinquished many of his old ideas. He displayed a worldview completely different from that of the RSS, even though he continued to remain deferential to Hedgewar and maintained a personal relationship with him.