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Killer Partcaster: Rare Dragonfire System, Warmoth Neck, Fender body - $550 (Ashburn)
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Partcasters are on nobody's top list, but this doesn't mean some of them aren't killer guitars. The reason they aren't loved is because most of them are not good, but there are examples where the parts shine and outperform the so-called star brands.
My example is just that: the heart of this guitar is a rare Pro-Series Pickguard - Dragonfire DFHR - Hot Duo Rails with Mini-Switches. This is probably one of the coolest guards ever made. The Dragonfire DFHR features three Dragonfire Hot Duo Rails wired on a custom-designed pickguard with three mini switches. Each switch allows you to configure the pickup as a single coil (up position), turn it OFF (middle position), or use it as a humbucker (down position). This gives you complete independent control over each pickup, resulting in near-endless tones with 27 different combinations. The system includes full-size 500k pots along with a .047 cap style configuration.
The neck comes from the best neck replacement brand, Warmoth, which is licensed by Fender. This neck features a vintage/modern construction with a maple shaft and Indian rosewood fretboard. The nut width measures 1-11/16" (43mm) in a modern medium configuration, specifically designed for left-handed players. The neck back profile is a standard thin design that provides comfortable playability.
The fretboard incorporates a 10" to 16" compound radius across its 22 frets, offering excellent versatility for both rhythm and lead playing. Standard dot inlays in cream complement the white side dots for clear position marking. The neck uses a standard 4-bolt mounting system with a traditional Stratocaster-style heel shape, ensuring secure attachment and optimal tone transfer.
Keeping this axe in tune are Fender locking tuning machines. The body is a Fender Squier Classic Vibe, no damage, abuse or anything worth to mention here.
The sound is so versatile—like having a Strat and Les Paul in one guitar. Well, nothing exactly like them, but close enough that this guitar is worth $550. Worth every penny so I will not be accepting offers or dont't need any trades.
Come and try it!
So, don't dismiss this partcaster! Single Coil to Humbucker magic + Quality parts = Amazing versatility