Commonly commented info: Emerald is in Ireland. I misspoke. Digital gear has not caught up in terms pitch changing chords. Very digital and artificial with clean tones. Yes, I’ve tried it, which is why I want to try the transtrem. The Transtrem clip I forgot to add: kzitem.info/news/bejne/mmeBupqeaYNzlW0 There are a bunch of metal and rock guitars I forgot to add to this list. Devin Townsend stormbender by framus, the RC One by Ormsby, and a bunch of others. Anyway, I’m not known as a metal guy anyway so maybe next time we will do a rock/metal guitar list.
@russellzauner
Жыл бұрын
I have a Starfield Cabriolet, which is Richie Kotzen's signature guitar when the company existed (it was a Hoshino project with Mike Lipe who went on to build up LACS). It's if Ibanez j custom made a tele lol it has *that* heel. Mine has birdseye maple top, mahogany back, maple neck...pretty standard for a semi-hollow tele/thinline style. Unique F holes too... I am not complaining of missing guitar but since it's my latest addition to the pile and you came out the gate leading with a Kotzen model, compelled me to make a mention. I think it was built at the Sugi plant as opposed to Fujigen (wherever the j customs ended up getting built). The Klein body styles are reminiscent of some of the more collected Ovation solid bodies. I thought when you said "sahara" that you said "sahana" and they're a builder that's in Nepal that sent some instruments around to channels some time back (year or two or so) and they were all great looking and demo'd great. They also have headless ergo guitars, like the B3, Steinberger, and Strandberg, et al.
@enterprisesoftwarearchitect
Жыл бұрын
Where are you going to get the strings for that trans trem!? Eddie Van Halen’s Summer Nights!
@conorlarkin1111
Жыл бұрын
I’ve gotten to play a few Emerald Acoustic models and I would say that they’re the most comfortable acoustic I’ve ever played. I believe they’re using thin veneers for the wood tops
@MrJvieira72
Жыл бұрын
I have a Richie Kotzen Tele. It's beautiful but I bought it in parts and put a Warmoth neck on it that's nothing like Fender neck. I have small hands. So my neck is small and it has short frets on it. Sounds great and I love it.
@silvioschurig749
Жыл бұрын
We have a very similar taste in guitars - GM4T was a dream of mine ever since I saw Vito Bratta with one in a video :) Got to buy one in great shape a couple years back. I own a bunch of great guitars - I am in IT and more of a collector / enthusiast than a musician. That was the choice I made that enabled me to collect expensive high end guitars I would probably not had access to otherwise. My high end is Rick Toone, Teuffel and Ritter ... A Ken Parker Archtop would also be a dream for me, but I couldn't bring myself yet to spend that kind of money on a single instrument ... I have a Forshage in my collection as well as a Shawn Lane model and a B3 Ringmaster. Edit: PS a Matsuda would be another one I would think is in the Kent Parker Catgory to me :)
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
You have some beautiful instruments and great taste :). What a collection! Maybe I need to transition to an it career lol
@axe2Mummy
11 күн бұрын
Emerald is out of Ireland. I ordered a new X 20 from them a little over a month ago and my feelings on the experience and instrument are definitely mixed. In the end, it’s not gonna sound like a wood guitar. They sound good but it’s not wood . The big plus is that you can leave it out during humidity & temp changes. Very durable , Nice looking,, ergonomics are great. It’s very comfortable. It’s a very nice guitar, It just doesn’t sound like wood and My fingers don’t slide on the board like they do on wood.
@heneverreturnasahorse9773
Жыл бұрын
Great video, Andre. We have similar tastes and out of these I would love: 1) early Jeff Beck signature (the first 5 years had the huge U-shpaed neck Beck loved, the late models have a thick neck by modern standards, but not the 1" thick neck), 2) the Parker jazz model, 3) the Forshage (especially the Orion, but remember, he also makes semi-hollow variations on the Klein style body), and 4), a Vigier (but I like wide/thick necks like the late 50s Gibson "roundnecks" and the early PRS necks), I humbly submit one guitar to your list so I don't have to pull the trigger on one - the early Carvin Holdsworth "fat boy" - as you know Allan wasn't very reverent about guitars, he believed they were only tools for the music, but he had very strong beliefs about construction, nech thickness, width, flat radius, materials, etc. He believed they should almost play themsleves. The "fat boy" is an acoustic instrument hollow on the inside, but feedback "resistant" with his low-strength/low-output pickups (to minimize magnetic string pull) and huge frets (I like vintage. low frets, but Allan liked them huge and used a very light touch.). The only thing it doesn't have is the whammy. I chuckle as I imagine him putting this on his wish list and Carvin luthiers telling him, sorry, this is one item we can't do. Anyway if some "fat boy" owner would be kind enough to let Andre use it for of his meticulous, thorough revieww I would happily pay freight charges, both ways.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
Ohhh I wasn’t aware of the fatboy’s neck. It’s going on the list :) thank you
@ShadowhandofDune
Жыл бұрын
Emerald Guitars are in Donegal, Ireland.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for that correction.
@TRUSTLBLACKMETAL
Жыл бұрын
I did not know that about the TransTrem, you have me interested now.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
kzitem.info/news/bejne/mmeBupqeaYNzlW0
@alexwood8555
Жыл бұрын
B3 did Baker guitars, amazing stuff!
@Alanoffer
Жыл бұрын
Ken Parker has a series of videos about the making of these guitars , it’s incredible the thought process that goes into them , I also think a Ken Parker arch top is the pinnacle of guitar making, it sounds an incredible amount of money but when you see what goes into it I understand the value ,
@electrikjam7661
Жыл бұрын
I sat in a Guitar Center for 20 minutes one day, after playing that Richie Kotzen Fender. I was thinking about which guitars at home I could sell. It was perfect in almost every way, since like you, I also like the big 50's Les Paul style neck. The RK Fender was right in the middle, not too big and not too slim. I didn't buy it, but I should have. I ended up buying a regular Tele that day since I played in a Blues band, and needed a single coil sound for half of the sounds. It was the one that got away! I hope you get yours, Andre. That is such a cool guitar, man! AND the Jeff Beck. That is beautiful, and I got to play one years ago. The one I played was Seafoam Green and it played so smoothly. Today, I have the Schecter Nick Johnston to fill that "need" for me. You NEED to play the Paul Gilbert. It has a nearly perfect neck, and it feels like you are playing a Jazzmaster. I know you like that offset feel, and it is perfect when I play it standing up. No neck dive. I got to review one a while ago, and I was blown away. We are about the same size, body wise. So I think you would love it. I prefer SUHR over Vigier, when it comes to the model you were talking about. The SUHR trem system is just so much better to me. Great video as always, bud. Check your email.
@barryrosier384
Жыл бұрын
If you get a chance Andre try a washburn USA Nele...
@felixj3841
Жыл бұрын
I think it would make a lot of sense for you to try some of the 1000 series ltd models like the ec-1000 or the m-1000. stainless steel frets, superb neck joints, medium sized necks, often times versions with Floyds available all for around 1000 bucks. Sure they are more on the modern metal side of things but the specs sound like they would fit the bill for you :)
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
Absolutely, perhaps for the metal series
@krisdelcid5201
Жыл бұрын
I'm not sure how flat is completely flat, but the Jackson Juggernauts and the PRS Mark Holcomb Signature both have super flat 20" radius fretboards, then again, the juggernaut has a pretty thin neck, I don't remember how the Mark Holcomb Signature felt though.
@krisdelcid5201
Жыл бұрын
Also, Jackson released the Misha So-Cal Strat, with a 20" Radius fretboard, his signature Bare Knuckles, and it just looks great, however, they're friggin expensive.
@simondean9846
Жыл бұрын
I've got 3 Emerald guitars and 2 Jeff Beck Strats. For your information, Emerald are based in Ireland and incidentally have very flat fingerboards. The Jeff Beck stat has a huge neck, so another reason to check one out
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
All good news for me thanks!
@AJNpa80
2 ай бұрын
Parker has a KZitem channel called Archtoppery I believe, think he just enjoys showing his process of making rather than being a KZitemr, more like he is a guy that has put out a bunch of videos on topics related to what he does. Some good ones.
@nigeldaddyo
Жыл бұрын
It's my understanding that the Jeff Beck signature model bears little resemblance Jeff's actual main Strat in terms of specs
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
Closest I can get lol
@_rafael_b
Жыл бұрын
Hi Andre! I enjoyed the podcast. The only guitar on here that I've actually played is the Jeff Beck strat. It's always super interesting to see the different guitars that you present. It's never the typical stuff that everyone else covers and I've often never heard of them. Thanks for that and I hope that you get your hands on some of these because I'm curious about them. Cheers man!✌️
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
Hey man! Was just thinking to myself earlier that I haven’t seen you comment lately. Glad you enjoyed the video. I hope all is well.
@_rafael_b
Жыл бұрын
@@andrefludd Thanks man. This past month has been hectic and busy for me so I haven't commented on much. I'm still watching though.
@googaboogaloo
Жыл бұрын
I want a 1967 sg special. But I’m saving up for a 1961 sg reissue
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I hope you get one!
@fatherrikhi3464
Жыл бұрын
🤘🏼 from Sydney, Australia! Come visit!
@Steven205
Жыл бұрын
Definitely some interesting guitars, but I'm definitely with you on custom built guitars that you have no idea if they're the right fit. I've always wanted to try a Manson or even a Bilt guitar. The funds aren't there for me. Have you ever tried the new Yamaha Revstars?
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I have briefly but not for a full review. Hopefully ill review one this year.
@Steven205
Жыл бұрын
@@andrefludd To me the new Revstars are amazing and they have chunkier necks than what I'm used to. Not overly chunky, but still a great playing instrument.
@cechichan
Жыл бұрын
Have u seen the fm guitars Esphera ?
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I haven’t yet
@cechichan
Жыл бұрын
@Andre Fludd I'm trying to decide on a headless, I tried talking with FM but due to high orders they seem hard to communicate details sadly, ordering custom stuff like that without some help is hard for me :( tho I looooove their design(esphera) you should def take a look, I think they have the potential to be up there with Kinsel and strandb(look wise and popularity at least)
@fongy200
Жыл бұрын
An Acoustic with Fishman Fluence's? I wouldn't call the Emerald Virtuo an Acoustic. As far as pushing the technology of composite materials goes they are cooking. But we shouldn't forget the likes of Ovation and Travis Bean who were making composite Guitars decades ago. There is also Lava who make composite Guitars and Manson.
@ratfacedudeguy_
Жыл бұрын
Oh wow, those Emeralds look kinda interesting, especially with the upper bout sound port, or I guess it's an ultra-forward-shifted sound HOLE, since it's not a secondary port. Huh... Edit: Haha, of course 2 seconds later you NAILED the entire reason this design piques my interest: I play alone, and I'd like to hear my guitar, dammit!
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
Yep! It seems like we are very much on the same wavelength :)
@denniskielton2447
Жыл бұрын
I TOTALLY agree about black with gold hardware, I love that aesthetic. I've been upgrading my Jackson with all gold stuff, now that I have a .Strandberg* as my main, I'm a bit more comfortable with screwing with the Jackson. It's good practice for doing things for the first time, upgrades & whatnot I've never tried before. I do, however, think you're insane for liking fat necks haha but hey, that's just another example of the variety that makes our world such a beautiful place to be. I'm still loving the videos man, keep it up! I wish there were more smart & well educated people here on KZitem boosting the community, rather "influencers" than promoting stupidity & dangerous mindsets. That's one of the unfortunate parts of the internet and everyone being able to have a platform. It's great for musicians, but it seems like the most "relatable" stuff for the general public is typically pretty awful, as far as the subject matter. And usually promotes some intellectually dangerous (and sociologically dangerous) ideas & "morals." In my opinion, society has taken a HUGE downfall from the days when everyone cared enough about themselves to want to be smart, and dress nicely and take care of themselves, like dressing up just to go see some blues or jazz on the weekends. (Or "dressing up" just because you care enough about yourself.) I understand that it came about originally from the rock scene, and came from a place of people saying everyone is too uptight, and should focus more on the things that REALLY matter, like equality and love. But I think most people kind of missed the point on that one and just used it as an excuse to care less about how they look and act and putting less into their education because someone they look up to never went to school. But those people they idolize are typically VERY well educated by different methods, like reading everything they can get their hands on, and are usually deep-thinking intellectual-types, gaining life experience in every possible way. it drives me insane, I used to see it all the time at old jobs. Nobody cares about what they do because "work is bullish*t" and "this doesn't matter." And I get where they're coming from, "I want to do bigger things" type of thinking. But seriously, if 'you' think that your day job is hard and not worth it, how will you EVER do anything 'more' than that? Like seriously, they ALL used the excuse "this is just work" any time effort was required. Then at the same time listen to songs that are all about "winning life" and acting like everything they touch turns to gold because they're "so good." But then LITERALLY turn around say "f*ck this, that's too much, I don't care that much." There are a ton of psychologists talking about it lately too, attributing it to the change of industry. I've heard the shoe cobbler example used. You used to walk into a cobbler shop, and the people there would know you, know how you like your shoes, make you a pair for YOU, and see the process start to finish and are able to take pride in their work. In the modern age, we have 1 person doing one tiny function and never seeing the final product, making it pretty damn hard to take pride in what you do. Thing is, that last job I was talking about was construction, where we got to work in million dollar homes making them look beautiful, so you DEFINITELY could take pride in it. And they still just straight up did not care even one little bit. They considered it uncool to care about their work. I'm sure you can probably guess how far they're making it in life outside of work based on that.The "IDGAF" attitude that we all thought was cool as kids, but then grow out of when we realize "oh man, how well I do in life directly affects my comfort." And we have a HUGE problem in our society, with people saying they want to "kill it all the time, be good at everything they do" but then at the exact same time say "screw that, that's just extra, I could never do that." That, in my tiny opinion, is exactly why our country went from "the greatest country in the world" down to ranked #20 in everything (except incarceration rates, we jail more people the the next 3 countries COMBINED, it's estimated 1/3 of Americans spend time in jail. And more hypocrisy, you can't get ANY job unless you can pass a background check, not even at McDonalds. So after getting caught shoplifting while homeless across the country from my real home, 8 YEARS AGO, I still can't get hired even at BK or McDonald’s. Which led me to teach guitar at least...) However, I feel that a little renaissance is going on, especially with musical interest. There have been more guitars sold in the last few years than any other time in history, rock & metal are outselling pop & hip hop (outselling, not out streaming) and a couple years ago vinyl has outsold CD for the first time since '85. And there's a huge upswing in people signing up for lessons and videos online where people are seeming to care more & more ab out skill level. I REALLY hope it spills over into the rest of society, and we can get back on the path to progressing human kind. We made a ton of progress in the 60's-80's then just stopped in the 90's and started moving backwards, and music played a big role. It became cool to be a lazy musician, music went from super complex metal stuff to simple grunge (I DO like grunge don't get me wrong here) but that was the death of the rockstar, the death of musical progression, & seemingly the death of societal progression. Look at rock radio, they hardly play anything from the last decade. Only metal & jazz have kept forward it seems. So keep on with the good content dude, just being here and showing people it's possible to be cool AND educated is doing an enormous service to the world. I sincerely hope your channel blows up huge like we really NEED more people like you in the world. Maybe we wouldn't be so swiftly heading for ecological disaster haha. I know this was long, but really man, thanks for keeping it up, I think I've said this before but you're a credit to the industry & seeing your videos literally gives me hope that maybe we aren't as doomed as it feels. (I swear I'm not a super negative person, despite what this post implies lol, I just feel compelled to do my part because I see soooo many people who don't feel like they even have a part to play. The internet is known as sanctuary of ignorance, and it would be reallllly cool if that were just shattered, and it became what it was always meant be, knowledge for all. So sorry for the length here lol but THANKS for doing your part bro. It's making me want to start making videos as well, I've always assumed people would just call me a nerd ha. And I'm sure there are some others how are equally inspired by your work!
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
If you want to make videos start! Nothing wrong with being a nerd :). Thanks for supporting.
@denniskielton2447
Жыл бұрын
@@andrefludd I’m working on it, compiling a list of topics. I didn’t have the time before but now that I’m teaching full-time, it’s about time I start up. Watching your stuff, inspires me though, specially the video about doing it in a small apartment. Because you definitely still make it look very professional in a smaller room than I have. So thanks for that video as well!
@andym28
Жыл бұрын
I highly recomnend learning basic flamenco techniques using a steel string electro acoustic, as well as removing a couple of frets. I find it all very enjpyqble. Check out guitarist Alan Murphy my fav British fusion player. Another thing I enjoy is dual input electro and piezo ibanez sa270 (mine is fairly old.
@_Yep_Yep_
Жыл бұрын
Benedetto isnt on your list? Odd to include derivative work done by someone else. His shop is 30 minutes away, and they still make bespoke guitars out of unicorn teeth.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I’m not exactly sure which design on my list is a Benedetto original. That being said, I’d love to try Benedetto guitars as well. These were just the first guitars that came to mind.
@_Yep_Yep_
Жыл бұрын
@@andrefludd I watched it on zero volume and commented like a person who just read the book cover.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
@@_Yep_Yep_ 😂😂. I also prefer myself with the volume on zero. No hard feelings lol.
@flogginga_dead_horse4022
Жыл бұрын
Indonesia...
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
What about it?
@flogginga_dead_horse4022
Жыл бұрын
@@andrefludd That's where Strandbergs and many other guitars are made. You were trying to think of the country in the video.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
@@flogginga_dead_horse4022oh yes! Lol thanks.
@rashadsultan
Жыл бұрын
dude, i am shocked at how little most reviews spend time talking about the neck profile of a guitar. some manufacturers even exclude the info on a product page. not only do you give this important aspect of the guitar the attention it deserves its personally awesome to see someone review guitars with the same appreciation for a thicker neck and emphasis on ergonomic guitars. awesome work on this list - i didn't know about most of these guitars and am also excited to try them out. i'm also very curious to see your review on the aristides. i just received my h/07 after buying the strandberg boden nx6 about a year ago and find that the aristides is absolutely perfect for me whereas the strandberg was great but not quite as comfortable, for me personally. i seem to recall you mentioning somewhere you didn't vibe with an aristides? do you have a review in the works?
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for supporting! Review for the aristides coming next week. Long story short, amazing guitar, I just wish I could have had straight frets and a thicker neck.
@Watching-h5r
2 ай бұрын
The thickness of the neck is never talked about or the shoulder of the neck which I didn’t realize how much bigger it feels. Sorry a yr late. I just came across this channel.
@alexjackson8841
Жыл бұрын
Something about a really simple design on a guitar is so satisfying. Completely minimalistic, nothing unnecessary added if it doesn’t NEED to be there. Just 100% attention focused on making it feel completely effortless to play
@mightymite57
4 ай бұрын
Hey Andre. One thing I've noticed that you pronounce Suhr guitarist like "Shure" The correct pronunciation is "Sir" 🙏
@Paroketh
Жыл бұрын
You should try a steinberger zt3 if you find one! I loved that guitar and it has the "newer" transtrem (D'Addario makes strings made for it actually)
@skidelhfc2311
Жыл бұрын
The fact that "Kotzen" means "vomitting/to vomit" in german just makes me ew everytime I see that Tele
@Fattz86
8 ай бұрын
I know you're a fan of Vigier. I'd love to send you my modified Vigier GV Wood to try/review; or just try a stock one that's closer to you. Fantastic single cut guitars. PS: Those Ken Parker Archtops are INSANE!! Love your channel, dude. Cheers!
@andrefludd
8 ай бұрын
I used to have a GV wood. I regret selling it! Thanks for the offer
@Zundfolge
Жыл бұрын
I need a towel to clean up the drool on Guitar #3. Actually not a bad price either. I played with a TransTrem ages ago (when they first came out) and being able to bend chords is just kinda awesome. Honestly of all of Gibson's crimes against guitar, not continuing to make carbon Steinbergers with TransTrems is among their blackest (they own Steinberger and all they make is a cheap Chinese version of the Spirit).
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
What a shame. It would be great if they could at least do a custom shop model for all the fancy steinberger stuff.
@glennmichaelthompson4112
Жыл бұрын
Emerald Guitars are made in Ireland.... so not as far to travel. Their Virtuo hybrid model looks amazing! Your choice in guitars and specs are so similar to the things I like. I guess it's one of the reasons I love your videos. It took me 10 years between trying and buying a Gibson Howard Roberts Fusion III. Black finish, gold hardware, lightweight with a fat neck ('59 LP profile). Another 10 years to finally buy a Forshage Orion. I almost bought a Klein... but the neck had no truss rod or any kind of reinforcement, which was the deciding factor in not getting it. Love the Klein archtop but cannot consider it. I'm thinking maybe a Kiesel Holdsworth Headless. I have a Carvin HF2S (it's hollow) w/ a nice chunky neck and SO much tone! Or... a Forshage Orion semi or fully hollow. Excuse the rambling... but your videos give me a charge!!! Thanks so much Andre.
@resistthesystem6145
Жыл бұрын
Sure wish Ken owned Parker again! The industry still hasn’t caught up to his advancements all these years later!
@MrTelecasterkid
Жыл бұрын
Even if he was an advisor with say a company like artisides or someone similar who builds with carbon fiber composite components the Parker Fly and Nightflys were 10-20 years ahead of the rest of the industry. Just think IF Parkers were being built correctly again in 2023??? I think they’d find themselves into the hands a whole new younger generation of players. At least my 2 cents….
@resistthesystem6145
Жыл бұрын
@@MrTelecasterkid I couldn’t agree more!
@DrMurdercock
7 ай бұрын
always love your insight. Mainly because you tend to love guitars I hate, so i get exposed to thhings I wouldn't normally get exposed to. Appreciate ya
@IndyRockStar
Жыл бұрын
you have to get your hands on a Gibson Custom LP 1959 reissue. I got one a while ago, and it's is by FAR the best guitar I've ever played. I think I might get the FRM300PR. I always like the Iceman shape, but they have always sounded awful.
@hiphopchild9540
Жыл бұрын
I'm 50 yo, I don't even dare to think about the money I wasted buying and selling instruments that never reached my expectations. I'm currently saving money, i just kept an old classical from 1931, i sold all my other guitars...I want me a nylon string flat fretboard, slim neck, single cut, carbon body , solid spruce top, plus a bridge on which there is one adjustable saddle-piezzo per string...I'm currently prospecting a few luthiers in France...
@Kabayoth
Жыл бұрын
The Jeff Beck signature model is... not what the man played. The roller nut and the smooth saddles are his doing, but Fender has/is/will take enormous liberties with this line. The original Jeff Beck signature had an HSS layout with Lace sensors. I've never seen the man hold one. It's likely a credulous public that took Fender at their word. Nor did Jeff ever play noiseless pickups. That said, I would recommend a Jeff Beck husk if you can find one. Outfitting a Strat isn't that hard, but the Signature model was HEAVY. They were also quiet. Start there, find a full set of Lace Holy Grails, get the bridge and nut, and you have everything you could want out of this guitar. And you're going to be about as faithful to the signature model as Fender is.
@zoomzoom3950
Жыл бұрын
I currently own four Ibanez Iceman guitars, they're my current favorites. PS10, PS120. and two PS 60. The fireman is ok, in the same way a Gibson reverse-V is ok. 😁 IMO.
@30smsuperstrat
Жыл бұрын
To me, Ritchie Kotzen is John Mayer if Mayer was truly a guitar phenom and had a powerful voice. Anyone who has never gone through Ritchie's catalog will be blown away by his lyrics that ironically sound written from the perspective of a tormented soul just like Mayer, and they come from a similar geographical place. The only Poison album that received critical acclaim Ritchie wrote, played, and sang on. Of course, sleeping with the bassist fiance turned a lot of poison fans off😬🤭🫣.
@EvilDragon666
Жыл бұрын
BTW Strandbergs are made by PT Cort in Indonesia. It's a really good and quite well known factory, with quite high level QC (that's a big chunk of what you pay actually). This is the same factory that builds certain Ibanez models, but also PRS SE, Parkwood, Squier, G&L Tribute... I own a Cort KX508 and it's an excellent entry-level 8-string, with a lovely poplar burl top. Feels 3x more expensive than it is!
@whssy
Жыл бұрын
Going by your comments about black and gold, I think you should add the Aria Pro II CS400 Black and Gold limited edition guitar from 1985 to your list.
@carsonwyatt8915
Жыл бұрын
Check out the bootlegger spade guitar, neck through, floating trem, medium output passive pickups and is ergonomically designed for around $600. I haven’t had the chance to try one and would like to see a review from a content creator I trust
@lueyteledeluxe7457
Жыл бұрын
The Richie Kotzen has noiseless pickups too, you know..? (Which = stacked dual coils in a single coil size) Edit: oh, you just said it.
@bluematrix5001
Жыл бұрын
You will never find a perfect Guitar because there is not, you just need to bond with one and accept it....there is always something better when we are analytical and too much in our minds.... got dizzy :)
@tdrake59
Жыл бұрын
I have an Emerald X30. They are based in Ireland. This guitar is gorgeous, extremely stable, and it plays and sounds fantastic. There are a number of unusual ergonomic features on this guitar.
@transforminggravity15626
Жыл бұрын
Cool 💯🤘
@thepedalguy2932
Жыл бұрын
Love to see you playing a Steinberger !!!! there is adapter so you can use any strings on a Stein Berger or headless guitar , and get an older Jeff Beck I believe that had a fatter neck at least the one I played did and I want a Paul Gilbert also
@martianmurray
Жыл бұрын
I like gold hardware with a dark green. I heard gold hardware doesn’t age well but with the right guitar I’d pop on it.
@BenBreard
Жыл бұрын
Yeah man Kleins are the real deal. I've played 2 or 3 and each time was a religious experience. See if Tim Miller will let you play one of his. Also, I agree with you in the JB strat. I scooped one up for cheap during COVID and I love it. I expected to rip the pickups out, but nope, they're perfect. A really great guitar.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I don’t know Tim Miller personally, but I did purchase a Klein stele since this podcast and I agree. It’s a great guitar
@GuiltySheep
Жыл бұрын
Dude, Emerald is based in Ireland, check out their youtube channel
@steveb.4809
Жыл бұрын
Speaking on necks .! Anyone here have some experience on Reverend necks in general? Have played One. That's it.......think they've named ALL their necks. " Standard Oval "" really not crazy about it !... But seems that's all they offer ...On Every One of their guitars. kind of sux More Options Please !!
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I didn’t mind the reverend neck when I tried it but your point highlights something I always complain about. We really do need companies to figure out how to offer more necks. Even the people that sell direct don’t have enough options.
@ericnicolleau4331
Жыл бұрын
I'm very curious about the pgm and the slm review!
@Keyframe007
Жыл бұрын
Hey Andre, just discovered your channel when searching for Aristides guitar reviews. Emerald guitars is out of Ireland. Wonderful people and communicative. LOVE my Emerald X20 - ALL carbon fiber, real wood veneers. The most comfortable acoustic I've ever played. The lower underside is angled and rounded for your leg, easy access to upper frets. It arrived from Ireland to east coast USA in tune. Incredible. Only have to tweak tune it a few times a year. Feel free to reach out.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
Very cool! Thanks for sharing! I'm not sure if you are interested in letting me check it out for the channel, but if so feel free to shoot me an email andrefluddmusic gmail.
@mrmeeks85
Жыл бұрын
Have you heard of Aristides guitars? Their Tele looks like a really good blend of classic and modern
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I had an Aristides h6. Video coming on that next Friday.
@alanagottalottasay997
Жыл бұрын
I am a lifelong master of mediocre/know nothing skillset w a high passion for ergonomics/design that fuel my creativity.....that said its so cool to see a Dr. of your skillset/accomplishment be so focused on aspects/designs of guitar that most of your peers seem to have little interest in and the guitar world in general would consider trivial/ tedious.....very inspiring to me as a player...SALUT!
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I appreciate that thank you! I do believe this should be a bigger topic :). Thanks for supporting
@SrySraDosperros
Жыл бұрын
Hey Andre come on out to Portland sometime. We’ll play some guitar, do some jitz, eat some food and you can try my X20 and my Virtuo. Just say when. Cheers, Mark
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
When I start hitting the road I’ll def let everyone know :). I’d love to see Portland.
@lovelyguy5345
Жыл бұрын
Emerald guitars are made in Ireland. My mate plays one. Nice
@AJHillis
Жыл бұрын
I have a 1993 Strat Plus which is very similar spec - wise to the Jeff Beck strat. Noiseless pickups (lace sensor), LSR nut, same/similar vibrato, locking tuners. Love it! Mine is in the midnight blue metallic.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
Sounds awesome.
@acdclexu6296
Жыл бұрын
i have a firebird mini humbuckerr are so underrated such a cool pu
@GeorgeVaaeth-kc9wc
7 ай бұрын
Gold hardware is beautiful. Today.😉
@micemr76
Жыл бұрын
Def took a turn from when you started this channel. My only issue is u keep looking at guitars most people can never afford. As I e said I have a couple decades on u, and as much as we agree on the niteflys, you just don't need to spend that kind of $ to sound good. U can get great guitars in that $500-1k range
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
This is just one video! I have several videos on budget guitars and there will be more of that in the future. This list is just about having some fun looking at and dreaming of guitars the same way someone who likes cars might dream of a fancy Lamborghini. Also, I have lots of other stuff in the pipeline :).
@TOPNOTCHBARBERS
Жыл бұрын
I know there’s a lot of comments and I am no one so this opinion doesn’t have much weight. My friend and guitar instructor has forshage Orion and it is one of the most magnificent instruments I have ever played. Andre I really thing you would enjoy it. It is certainly a holy grail instrument for me.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing! All opinions are useful.
@texanfournow
Жыл бұрын
Since you've already got the Vigier in what looks like black flame or quilt, you could trick it out with gold hardware and have the best of both worlds!
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I like the understated look about it. But you are right it would look cooler with gold lol
@anugraharokaya5487
Жыл бұрын
Hi Andre! Was really curious if you have tried out an Aristides guitar. I think you might have mentioned it in one of your videos. I have been really interested in their 6 string headless model and their tele style model and wanted to see what you thought of them. Thanks for all the great videos.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I had one when the h06 first came out. I have a review on it coming next week
@ReifSpano1
Жыл бұрын
Emerald guitars are made in Ireland.The Emerald Isle.
@jamesmarkham7489
Жыл бұрын
I’ve only seen a few of them ever. But have you ever had a chance to try a Spector guitar. They’re known for basses but over the years some guitars have been made.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I haven’t yet
@Astro-Av
Жыл бұрын
Fingers crossed for you getting one of Ken Parker's Masterpieces directly from him! Edit: b3 Guitars are done by Gene Baker, who founded it as "Baker Guitars" in 2003, I think. Saw a couple of people back in the day but never had the chance to try one. He has a japanese model that is made together with a great japanese builder (Koichi)!
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I’ll get it one day if I work hard enough :)
@a.c.merkel5636
Жыл бұрын
I want to try the Vigier you reviewed lately.
@ReyYbarra
Жыл бұрын
Dude, do you not know who baker is?? Are you even on the gear page ????
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
No I’m not lol. KZitem sucks enough time from my life, the last thing I need is to start spending time on forums
@johnmatthewtennant
Жыл бұрын
You could try the virtual Jeff virtual whammy bar instead of the trans trem
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
Digital technology hasn’t perfected it yet. When you play with a very clean tone the digital artifacts are very clear. Not bad, but not the sound I like.
@TheMasterOfTheFrets
Жыл бұрын
Vita Bratta made me want that Steinberger too
@frankjauernick
Жыл бұрын
Hey Andre, it gives me pleasure that you are interested in the Steinberger GM4T. I play this fine ( 32 year old ) instrument and can tell you, it's the most stable- and easiest playing thing you can imagine. I disagree completely with the TransTrem-setup/calibration : it is actually quite easy ( there are great tutorials here ) and if you stick to the same stringbrand/gauge ( La Bella or Daddario TT-calibrated ), you need not to adjust the Trem from scratch each time again. ✌🙂
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I just ordered a zt3 :). If I love it maybe I’ll go gm4t one day
@frankjauernick
Жыл бұрын
@@andrefludd Congrats on your purchase, i hope you'll be satisfied with the instrument 🙂👍. The ZT3 features the TransTrem v3 which is constructional a bit different than the most popular v2. I never had the opportunity to play a TT v3.
@acdclexu6296
Жыл бұрын
the Richie Kotzen Tele is such a beast
@glennmichaelthompson4112
Жыл бұрын
Hi Andre, I think you've started getting someone spamminig/trolling in the comments pretending to be you. I've seen this same scam on many youtube videos..... saying I've won a prize and to contact you through Telegram. Thought I should give you a heads up so you can get on top of this problem that's becoming all too common. Take care.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for that
@glennmichaelthompson4112
Жыл бұрын
@@andrefludd You're welcome.
@davidjohnston4240
Жыл бұрын
The only one of those that appeals to me is the Steinberger. You should get one and then send it to me when you hate it.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I’d love to sell you a guitar I hate haha.
@d.g.charles106
Жыл бұрын
Rick Toone makes a new trem system that bends all the strings in tune, like the Trans Trem. Not sure if it will be sold as a separate unit or just on his guitars
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I'd love to try one of his guitars but they are crazy expensive haha. Rightfully so. The guy has some genius ideas.
@Augrills
8 ай бұрын
I hope you get your arch top, buddy
@dw7704
Жыл бұрын
The Fireman is a reverse Iceman, but the lower cutaway on the Fireman was added for that guitar The Iceman is a singlecut, the Fireman is a doublecut Just to clarify
@dw7704
Жыл бұрын
@@lordmatthewlukeobrien the older Iceman models had chunky necks, although the Paul Stanley models had thinner necks than the Iceman
@dw7704
Жыл бұрын
@@lordmatthewlukeobrien yeah, those are different in some ways from the regular, original Iceman models, but the same in other ways-nor sure about the neck profile. Later versions often have a wizard or similar neck, which is slimmer
@BoyAditya
Жыл бұрын
What an exquisite taste 👌👌👍👍
@cockysonuvaB
Жыл бұрын
13:22 "...Clippet...Snippet..."
@davelogeman
Жыл бұрын
Interested in hearing your annoyances with the Strandberg.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I talk about it in the final episode of the Strandberg experiment on this channel. I know it’s a long video, but I timestamped it pretty well so you can skill all of the stuff you don’t care about.
@oliverbarry7160
Жыл бұрын
Just want to say, I am quite enjoying your channel so far! I also checked out your Millennial Music Entrepreneurs podcast and your points are thought provoking for someone like me who is similarly obsessive. I am starting a Masters degree this year and hope to start a channel of my own during that process. What you have managed to do in the past year is inspiring 👍🏻 Keep it up
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
You are one of the few listeners of that podcast haha thanks for supporting. When I’m more successful one day, I think that archive Im keeping will be useful.
@daves_
Жыл бұрын
Why did you stop playing your Strandberg?
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I didn’t! Right now it’s in the shop but I will be playing it plenty when I get it back.
@simonpark843
Жыл бұрын
Another enjoyable video. I have an Olympic White Stratocaster (an Albert Hammond Jnr. signature model), and I understand the appeal of the Jeff Beck one, but they're prohibitively expensive (on my budget). All these guitars looked as if they'd be comfortable to play.
@Gregorypeckory
Жыл бұрын
Just to let you know that I have a Steinberger and they do require double ball end strings and there are just a couple of manufacturers making them to my knowledge. I'm happy to report that I have recently found out though, that D'Addario has added a set of 9s and they feel like butter! I could only find 10s for years and I loved them, but I love the 9s even more; super fun to play! They require a light touch, but that's not a problem for me; they are super responsive and do what they're told, I feel like I have a lot of control over the dynamics, you can still play loud, just using less force in the attack. Great for tapping and legato.
@Pilot7826
Жыл бұрын
Andre, you ever got your hands on a headless Aristides?
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
Yes I have. Video coming next Friday.
@garycoates4987
Жыл бұрын
They have a Klein used on reverb right now I'd love to have, headless non trem with a single Charlie Christian neck pick-up, I'd love that simple setup myself blending vintage into the modern. Now as far as custom,, I love my Warmoth guitars especially the pink one which has a super wide almost classical width neck and stereo out puts and piezo pickup, also I have Steinberger gearless tuners on the headstock
@fairguinevere666
Жыл бұрын
Ha, funny to hear about the Kotzen Tele from you too! My guitar teacher has one, and it was why I went with a .95-.99 neck on the first guitar I made. Also, the Aussie spiders aren't too bad, but NZ has far fewer venemous creatures. :) Still a long flight though.
@joshuak4372
Жыл бұрын
Brian Moore MC/1
@larsheuker
Жыл бұрын
I wish they made the FRM in japan as well, he did say his custom shop firemen are even thicker then the production models
@t3hgir
Жыл бұрын
I have a 2008 AM Deluxe Strat with the contoured heel and LSR roller nut like the Jeff Beck signature, the LSR roller nut is pretty amazing...
@stevesmith5434
Жыл бұрын
I have four Chinese made Klein clones. While I am sure that they are absolutely nowhere near the quality of an actual Klein, I can attest that they are the most comfortable body style I have ever played in my 50 years of playing any number of different types of guitars. I comissioned one with a 25 inch scale and a non-Steinberger hardtail bridge and it plays very well, has excellent sustain and intonates near perfectly. I did have to do a thorough setup, and had the pickups replaced and had some custom switching put in but it's my go to now.
@pearsights
Жыл бұрын
Fender made guitar very similar to Jeff Becks in the late 80’s-90’s, the Stratocaster plus is what they’re called and they can found reasonably priced on the used market.
@ACWraith
Жыл бұрын
A Stetsbar seems an easier luthier target than a TransTrem if you're not set on a headless. They have the constant bending, come in multiple formats so you can test on something you already own, and are much more cheap/available.
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
I haven’t found any research to suggest it has the same features of a transtrem. Please correct me if I’m wrong!
@ACWraith
Жыл бұрын
@@andrefludd I'm guessing I was confused by demos that were impressed with how well chords stayed in tune when bent, but indeed there are no individual string adjustments that I know of to guarantee it.
@2dazetake
Жыл бұрын
Looks like it came with fairly low action,those inlays sure look good, hope it sounds as good as it looks,no real major damage,getting scary waiting for a guitar in mail,they always seem to get some scratches or dings nowadays,can't wait to hear it.
@danielleon178
Жыл бұрын
Was waiting for the Majesty 😢
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
one day :)
@keeff
Жыл бұрын
Why not go digital rather than the trans trem? Whammy or pitchfork. Pitch shift pedals have come a long way over the decades. You can even get ones that attach to the guitar and function like a trem. Get those ideas out, none of the fuss of trying to keep the trem functioning properly. That sounds a real faff
@keeff
Жыл бұрын
the parker archtop weirdly reminds me of Brian May's red special and I can't unsee it
@andrefludd
Жыл бұрын
Because digital still sucks in this regard. Lol I bought a pedal to try that exact thing 2 weeks ago and it’s not great, especially since I play with such a clean tone all of the digital artifacts become very obvious.
@keeff
Жыл бұрын
@@andrefludd I'm not convinced that trans trem will function as advertised for more than 5 minutes, but I hope you prove me wrong
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