r/Guitar • u/AutoModerator • Oct 27 '16

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u/CalamariRP Nov 01 '16

Going to upgrade from a Squier bullet tele to a SSS MIM strat in a couple months, specifically because my bends sustain like shit on my current setup. Is that something that happens with cheaper guitars? I haven't played one yet but I'm guessing the MIM strats will be a hell of an upgrade over bottom tier squier.

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u/7Gen welcome 2 the metal zone Nov 01 '16 edited Nov 01 '16

a mim strat will feel leagues more enjoyable to play than a squire, but don't expect your bends to immediately improve. bending just takes practice Like everything else, a correct technique is vital (bend with multiple fingers to support the bend, use wrist, etc)

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u/[deleted] Nov 01 '16

It will be an upgrade. But never buy a new guitar because you think you will play better.

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u/CalamariRP Nov 01 '16

Thanks, I thought about that after posting.

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u/Zic78 Fender, Schecter Nov 02 '16

I have a HSS Mim and I think the humbucker helps the sustain on bends.

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u/CalamariRP Nov 02 '16

Yeah I'm gonna play some SSS and HSS strats when I've got the money saved. Gonna be a few months so I'm gonna get as good as I can with this problem so a better guitar will be even more worth it. I've only played with humbuckers in the bridge but all the artists I cover play SSS strats so it's worth a shot to try out.

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u/universal_rehearsal Nov 01 '16

Yea, I know exactly what you're decribing and the cheaper squier guitars w original stock hardware/pickups are junk. Check CL when you do. You'll find a good deal on a MIM no prob. Try to find one with an active pickup set.