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No...I think Hollywood was the first store (not 100% sure, though). Westlake is just where the corporate offices are.

Actually, that was a BRILLIANT marketing idea. Perhaps not a great engineering idea, but a great marketing idea ;-)

Another important piece of info that's missing here is the fact that Thomas has been on the Fender Board of Directors for a number of years. He's already had a hand in shaping the direction of Fender.

Hey all…I wrote the post on GearPipe.com that was originally linked to (thanks bassyRyan!), and the post rarisgod linked to about poor customer service at GC. I think this is a very good move for Fender. I worked in marketing for Fender under Bill Schultz and Bill Mendello. Mr. Mendello...