On the other hand, if you want to actually know about whats going on in the fender custom shop, i strongly suggest that you go buy tom wheelers fantastic book the dream factory instead. It is far bigger and much more informative, and most of these guitars are also represented in wheelers book. A stunning photo tour of avantgarde guitars from fender s worldrenowned custom shop. You can have your guitar built at the same factory where eric clapton s guitar is built. Fender custom shop september 1, 2011 this third in a series of hardcover books joins the awardwinning titles the stratocaster chronicles and the soul of tone by author. In over 600 pages, the dream factory features hundreds of fullcolor photos of incredibly rare, collectible, and. Great coffee table book about some of the greatest guitars every produced. Fender custom shop by tom wheeler hardbound with box guitar reference hal leonard publishing this third in a series of hardcover books joins the awardwinning titles the stratocaster chronicles and the soul of tone by authorhistorian tom wheeler. As he puts it, when we walked in we were blown away. The dream factory is the third in a series of hardcover books, joining the awardwinning titles the stratocaster chronicles and the soul of tone by authorhistorian tom wheeler. Nov 20, 2011 fender 0995501016 the dream factory, custom shop, wheeler wheeler, tom on. Featuring a house stark telecaster, a house lannister jaguar, and a house targaryen stratocaster. This beautiful book features fullpage, fullcolor photos of 50 instruments, accompanied by closeups and detailed descriptions from the master builders. Limited to 50 instruments worldwide and masterbuilt by carlos lopez, the eric johnson virginia stratocaster is a 1.
Learn how the fender custom shop, originally intended to employ. Stay true to the classic custom shop vibe with this simple yet comfortable tshirt sporting the dream factory s traditional chevron logo. The fender custom shop has been doing that for 30 years. Since 1987, the fender custom shop has been a dream factory, producing guitars that are to playing what ferraris are to driving. The dream factory, fender custom shop by tom wheeler booktopia. This look behind the doors of the fender custom shop features hundreds of fullcolor photos of collectible and limited edition handcrafted guitars. It tells of the people and their involvement and their contributions which helped to make it what it is today.
One of fenders rarest instruments ever and how its made. Founded in 1987, we have watched the custom shop evolve over the years and become a true industry leader. View the large selection of fender custom shop bass guitars currently available online at wildwood guitars. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle coronavirus. Fender custom shop roasted pine double esquire relic. Our custom shop dealers will be able to help you work through the specs so that you have a better idea of what will best suit your specific playing style. From artist series guitars that capture the vibe of our favorite rock stars to artisan series axes that highlight the beauty of rare, exotic woods to thundersummoning custom shop basses to masterbuilt marvels, weve got it all. See more ideas about fender custom shop, fender guitars and guitar.
They had guys from fender including the head of the fender uk custom shop and they gave me a goody bag with the book and a t shirt when i bought a guitar at the end of the evening. The dream factory fender custom shop hal leonard online. Watch as principal master builder ron thorn and game of thrones cocreator and show runner d. Design your own guitar and providing you have the money theyll make it a reality. Apr 21, 2017 the dream factory directors cut by ross haines tells the incredible story of the renowned fender custom shop through the eyes of eight master builders who founded the shop. The dream factory fender custom shop 9781423436980. Its a bustling, noisy and creatively volcanic place that reearns its nicknamethe dream factoryevery day. Fender 0995501016 the dream factory, custom shop, wheeler wheeler, tom on. Learn how the fender custom shop, originally intended to employ just two. Dec 04, 2011 the dream factory fender custom shop series. Custom shop builders are completely dedicated to their artpart craftsman, part artist, part music fan and, more often than not, part mad scientist. Stevens and page didnt even have dedicated space in the fender factory, and at one point they used stevens garage as a home base.
Fender custom shop 50th anniversary willcutt super artisan thinline tele koa 160. Tom wheeler this third in a series of hardcover books joins the awardwinning titles the. Teaming up with matthew logan vasquez delta spirit, lopez built a cadillac green prototype with onboard delay. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. Mar 27, 2018 the early days of the custom shop were unusual, to say the least.
Fender the dream factory limited edition custom shop. Nov 20, 2011 fast delivery from amazon direct as usual. Learn how the fender custom shop, originally intended to employ just two master craftsmen, grew into the most prolific custom instrument shop in. In episode 2 of this fender custom shop series, master builder carlos lopez tells the story of the marauder an experimental 60s offset the world wasnt ready for until now. The custom shop is home to fenders most skilled and talented builders. It is a worthwhile purchase and read if you are interested in fender s development. This third in a series of hardcover books joins the awardwinning titles the stratocaster chronicles and the soul of tone by. The fender custom shop is a division of fender musical instruments corporation, housed within their headquarters complex in corona, riverside county, california. Weiss talk through the fender custom shop game of thrones sigils. Sep 01, 2011 in nearly 600 pages, the dream factory features hundreds of fullcolor photos of incredibly rare, collectible, and limitededition handcrafted guitars. Meet the acclaimed craftsmen of the fender custom shop and get a rare glimpse into the inner workings of the dream factory. Take a 10minute journey through the dream factory aka fender s custom shop and maybe have a little cry about the fact that you dont work there the idea for the dream factory came out of a trip ross took to the fender custom shop while scouting for another shoot.
Unbeatable prices and next day delivery from the uks no1 instrument store. In episode 1 of this new series, fender s connections to automotive manufacturing are explored as principal master builder ron thorn and saleen automotive founder steve saleen tell the story of stratocaster 1 a carbonfiber strat designed to complement the saleen 1 supercar. The fender custom shop is the dream of many a guitar player. As i got it free i dont know how much the book costs to buy though. Fender the dream factory limited edition custom shop book. The dream factory fender custom shop this third in a series of hardcover books joins the awardwinning titles the stratocaster chronicles and. The fender custom shop, known as the dream factory, is capable of building the guitar of your dreams.
This third in a series of hardcover books joins the awardwinning titles the stratocaster chronicles and the soul of tone by authorhistorian tom wheeler. In nearly 600 pages, the dream factory features hundreds of fullcolor photos of incredibly rare, collectible, and limitededition handcrafted guitars. With the chance to save 10% on fender gear alongside an annual fender play plan, you might want to consider this gear for the electric enthusiast. Learn how the fender custom shop, originally intended to employ just two master craftsmen, grew into the most prolific custom instrument shop in the music industry.
Its a 1995 custom shop strat, has a few small scuffs and dings, nothing too bad. A wonderful book as others have said, full of superb photos of custom shop fender guitars along with the history and details from when the custom shop came into being. Last week, fender released its second short documentary as a part of the dream factory series, which explores the journey of the unique guitars built at the fender custom shop from rare materials to artist collaborations, the dream factory series is peering behind the curtain of the forefront of guitar building. Once you have decided on your ideal guitar, the custom shop dealer will arrange a quote for you, and when you are happy with the quote well submit your order to the fender custom shop. Tom wheeler this third in a series of hardcover books joins the awardwinning titles the stratocaster chronicles and the soul of tone by authorhistorian tom wheeler. For the true players out there, there is no better fender to own than one bearing the custom shop. Its just an incredible wonderland of vintage machines and. I guess this question is directed at the people somewhere in between.
After seeing the custom shop, the elite shop within fender which is pretty much the holy grail of guitar making, i was super inspired to tell a. Every intricacy of johnsons original was reproduced in. Custom shop page 2 electric guitars wild west guitars. Their roster of luthiers have worked with some of the most wellknown guitarists and bassists in history. For those who are fender obsessed and love the contours, the feel and the sounds of fender guitars, author tom wheelers latest book, the dream factory. My work has been featured in many tv shows and movies over the years and also in many books and articles. On the following pages, guitar aficionado presents nine of the fender custom shop s recent oneofakind master built creations. This book gives a blow by blow account of the formation within fender of the custom shop. From the eccentric to the exotic, the fender custom shop pushes the boundaries of possibility, with classic fender design in mind. English this third in a series of hardcover books joins the. Fender custom shop electric guitars the guitar store. Fender custom shop guitars have been crafted for and with the input of the world s finest players names like clapton, beck, burton, cray, gilmour, townshend and vaughan, to name just a few. Shop fender custom shop and more at the original home of tone maken music.
Fender literally wrote the book on electric basses, laying the foundation for musical innovation and evolution. Learn how the fender custom shop, originally intended to employ just two master craftsmen, grew into the most prolific custom instrument shop. Fender 0995501016 the dream factory, custom shop, wheeler. In nearly 600 pages, the dream factory features hundreds of fullcolor photos of incredibly rare, collectible, and limitededition handcrafted. Dive into fenders design dna and history as fender custom shop master builder carlos lopez tells the story of the marauder an experimental 60s offset the world wasnt ready for until now. The dream factory, the amazing story of the people behind the. This third in a series of hardcover books joins the awardwinning titles the. Finely crafted guitars and basses created by artists, for the artist.
Fender custom shop by tom wheeler foreword by billy f gibbons published by hal leonard books october 18, 2011 ordering information. Learn how the fender custom shop, originally intended to book. Fender custom shop guitars are the pinnacle of modern craftsmanship and tone. Tom wheeler this third in a series of hardcover books. The dream factory features hundreds of fullcolour photos of incredibly rare, collectible, and limited edition handcrafted guitars. In over 600 pages, the dream factory features hundreds of fullcolor photos of incredibly rare, collectible, and limitededition handcrafted guitars. Fender custom shop, offers up the comprehensive story of the now legendary fender custom shop, complete with its compelling history, a vast series of stunning and informative illustrations and photos, highlights on some very cool cs axes. All fender custom shop guitars are handmade by skilled craftsmen at the custom shop dream factory in corona, california. This completes the trilogy of the lord of the strings series by tom wheeler and. This limitededition series is handbuilt to order in the fender custom. Welcome to the dream factory, the epicenter of guitarbuilding innovation. Staff and tom wheeler 2012, hardcover at the best online prices at ebay.
On the following pages, guitar aficionado presents nine of the fender custom shops recent oneofakind master built creations. In over 600 pages, learn the fascinating tale of the fender custom shop and its illustrious artisans as only tom wheeler can tell it. Cmc guitars fender custom shop fender relic fender. Apr 06, 2017 this year, the fender custom shop turns 30.
The dream factory fenders custom shop strings by mail. This book is quite expensive but certainly cheaper on amazon than anywhere else. Unfollow fender custom shop stratocaster to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. All brand names and logos such a fender guitars, gibson guitars, prs, paul reed. Building a legend takes you behind the scenes with video, interactive photo galleries and more to show you how the sound and the magic begin inside fender s main u. Guitar international is your source for the best guitar news online. Buy fender the dream factory limited edition custom shop book with signed certificate online from. The john page classic line is the culmination of my 40 years of building custom guitars. Fender custom shop bass guitars electrics from fender. The dream factory fender custom shop book hardcover. Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel.
In nearly 600 pages, the dream factory features hundreds of fullcolor photos of incredibly rare, collectible, and limited. Hal leonard dream factory fender custom thomann uk. The dream factory features hundreds of fullcolor photos of incredibly rare, collectible, and limited edition handcrafted guitars. For over three decades, the fender custom shop has continuously cemented its reputation as one of the premier facilities for guitar and bass production in the world. Im curious as to peoples opinions as to who is putting out better quality instruments these days, gibson or fender and i am referring specifically to their respective custom shops. Since 1987 the fender custom shop has been a dream factory producing guitars that are to playing what ferraris are to driving the skilled craftsmen. I know there are gibson people, and there are fender people. We are committed to meeting the needs of our customers offering an incomparable shopping experience. To celebrate the legendary shop that has built guitars for the likes of eric clapton, johnny cash, merle haggard, the stones, jimmy page and bob dylan, director ross haines has made a short documentary dedicated to the nirvana for guitar lovers. Skip to main navigation skip to main navigation skip to search skip to search skip to content.
The dream factory joins the awardwinning series of hardcover books by authorhistorian tom wheeler, including the stratocaster chronicles and the soul of tone. Ultrarare fender marauder offset reimagined with a. I have been reading tom wheeler books and articles guitar player magazine since the late 70s and his books on fender guitars and amps are a big factor of. The video below is a demonstration of what the fender custom shop concept is all about. Strings by mail the dream factory fender s custom shop hardcover within a 10 by 10 deluxe slipcase author.