Peavey Retro Fire 'bucker 'tail
We're going to visit the bargain basement again, courtesy of a bargain 'bucker 'tail by Peavey from the early 2000's.
The Peavey Retro Fire was a really cool, visually unique entry-level guitar. I've seen some people describing its body shape as an offset guitar. I'm not sure if that's entirely accurate. Be that as it may, it's a rather charming interpretation of the classic telecaster design.
As with the Peavey Rockmasters, the quality may not meet the highest standards, but important parts like the tuning machines are at least of higher quality than the cheapest, mostly diamond-shaped, no-name tuners that are out there. This'bucker 'tail features solid die-cast tuners and offers a solid foundation for further modifications.
Quote from the sales ad:
>"Introducing the Peavey Retro Fire electric guitar, a perfect blend of vintage aesthetics and modern performance. Perfect for a new learner! [...] > >Whether you're playing rock, blues, or any genre in between, this guitar provides the flexibility you need to craft your unique sound."
Specs:
- unbranded HS pickup configuration, black ceramic 'bucker (bridge), angled singlecoil (neck)
- Gotoh-style toploader hardtail bridge with block saddles
- black finish
- large 3-ply grey pearloid pickguard
- basswood body
- contoured neck heel
- bolt-on maple neck with rosewood fretboard
- 25.5" scale length
- 22 medium frets
- unbranded die-cast tuners
- in production: 2001 - early 2010's
- used price: anywhere from $80 to $200 USD