Thanks for the nice video. Nor really fair to compare a RIC with a Squier. The RIC is semi-hollow, the Squier is a solid body. The RIC produces a wider range of tonal variations than the Squier does. While you don't like the RIC neck pickup sound, it actually produces quite a mellow sound which is great for mellow jazz playing or muddy distortion. I had an '87 330/6 for a few years but let it go because I found my Stratocaster with its customised pickup switching system a much more flexible guitar. However, one day, I am going to buy a Rickenbacker 12 string guitar because nothing comes close to producing the jangle and chime of a 12 string Rickenbacker except for a Rickenbacker 12 string. But it will be one with toaster pickups. I agree with you about the Hi Gain pups ... they are just too hot ... the classic RIC sound can only be achieved with toasters. Cheers from the Land Down Under.

Just bought one ($225) and I’ll pick it up in a few weeks. So excited.

What effects pedal are you using

got the exact same guitar and the pickups sounds so bad, sounds like there is no shielding and they are so noisy and maybe not potted, the toggle switch has gotten really stiff

My Son bought me one as a early Christmas present. No guitar player would be disappointed with this one. Amazing guitar.

Do they have the same necks? I have the HH, if they do I might get the other one

Flot gjort!👊

Of the 13 Ricky guitars and basses I own, never one complaint.

Hey! Great review. I'm a progressive rock and blues guy. Do you think it will work for me in live performances without changing the inbuilt pickups?

Been trying to find the right semi hollow for me and found this one by accident. I think I like the simplicity of this guitar without compromising in terms of sound and feel. Ordered one today because of your video. Cheers

Thank you for this review and for the heads-up: I will try the guitar to see if the neck is a good fit for my small hands.. Danke sehr!

Ah your back, good riffs and guitar cheers

I have had many guitars over the past 15 years. The MIJ Jazzmaster is by far the best ever guitar I have owned. These are lovely guitars as well. Jazzmasters rule

Wow that demo starting at 5:50 is amazing! Is it an existing song or did you come up with this yourself?

sonic blue....

love that guitar🔥🔥🔥 what's your amp?

Would you say it‘s a good pop punk guitar?

love it, sounds great

Which do you like more if price wasn't a concern? Also did you need to do extensive set ups with them? Like neck shims or pickup selector replacements?

cool stuff!

Thanks man, that was very nice of you, I'mma do my best to learn it! Have a great week and stay safe 🙏

I know, it is not a tutorial. Just me playing slower with a good view on the fretboard.😉

there will be another one theres always another ; ) sweet guitar now I want one as well

Hey man, i love the way you play, do you think you could drop some tabs/chords/tutorial for the songs you play in this video? Particularly I've had 3:05 in my mind for quite some months since i watched your video for the first time

Now that is a sexy guitar 😲

It’s good to see these issues. I’m buying this guitar as a project guitar. Thankfully, the parts I planned on changing will address these issues. I was planning on getting the descendant AOM bridge, which is can be dropped right in to the j mascis with no mods. It’s actually cheaper than the universal descendant bridge. You can adjust the radius to whatever you need. I may also replace the tremolo with a genuine fender trem with the lock feature. It is inexpensive. The neck feel is super easy to fix, especially on a matte neck. I just rub some 600 grit sandpaper on the back of the neck. I do this without hesitation on any guitar I buy that I feel needs it. I never stick with the factory neck feel if I don’t like it. It takes seconds, and is nothing compared to the fret leveling and dressing I do on a new guitar. Thanks for the demo.

I love Rickenbackers, the sounds, the design. Id make a few changes and they dont make one that puts each feature i want on the same guitar. Need to build one myself i guess, lol. Need to find a Dentist that'll let me play some of their collectible wall hangings.

He does bring out some valid points about the 330. However, it must be remembered that Rickenbackers are built in a time honored tradition. Sure, they're not for everbody, but then again, they don't try to be...

that intro song sounds fantastic!!

I have a vintera 60s modified with the "hot" pickups. I'm in love with the guitar, but man... These pickups are such a mixed bag. They have zero versatility. They're beautifully clean, but the bottom is so heavy and the top is just shrilllll. It's ear piercing, especially through my boost and distortion pedals. You can tame it, but you lose the note clarity. I love this guitar, but idk about these pickups...

awesome

That's why I got a maple fretboard on mine

The neck is just fine. Mine had a few little rough patches but after only 4 days of playing on the settee it’s a smooth as silk. The tuners are cheap tuners as is the bridge. I never noticed the tuners or the bridge at all & I’ve changed the stings. Not sure exactly what you were expecting? It’s a Squire not a PRS The fret dots are yellow. Complaining because they’re not white is like complaining because the pick guard isn’t black. You’ve bought a sub £500 guitar & you’re complaining about QC issues that some guitars 3 times the price have.

Thanks for your help..i got this for £499 today.. that's such a good price..

Congrats on the new guitar, hope it serves you well. I have a D'anglico Premier (335 style) with soap bar P90s pups. Got it for 350 on sale 4 years ago. It was setup perfect out of the box and growls nicely too. One of my favorite guitars. This seems way more refined. I was looking at getting the mini version. Hope it sounds just as good as the full-sized.

Also - forgot - the simple two knob system is very versatile and fast to use in a live situation.

My neck has flames. I win! I win!

Just bought one today. I agree with you !, clarity indeed. Crank it on bridge setting and you are all Dave Grohl. I much preferred to epiphone sire and Ibanez. Very lucky to find this. Neck is amazing. Anyone know why the price drop ?

I got mine just today I have not looked at it in fine detail but I can confirm that the neck is a bit rough there was a couple small splashes of yellow paint in the body close to the neck the other thing I’m still trying to figure out if this is a problem or as intended it has a sort of phaser/tremblo sound that for me is bit annoying it doesn’t resonate very much it drops after 3-5 sec and completely stops after 8-10 this version was made in China not sure as to history of where it was made but that could be a factor

Mine’s awesome

excellent video. i'm considering getting a jazzmaster and converting it to a baritone.

This is exactly the type on es335 style guitar I want to get when it was like 1300 $ I just could not afford that but it's like 600$ I still cant afford cause now I'm a college student who needs to save up money for college and surviving this inflation economy 😅 I really hope I find a way to get this guitar while it's a low price and it's lasts

sounds like those artist "have a nice life"

Awesome video, i want one aswell now... would be very interested in a follow up vid with more sounds !

Is this a good guitar for grunge than the 60s vintage with single coil

I don't like the shape F-holes and their color candy red shade.

looks sweet and not a Jazzmaster I am in shock now

Glad to see you back my G! The part at 8:45, so beautiful!

I love my Jazzmaster, it grew on me honestly, and I have been creating new tones solely based on this guitar.

I understand your disappointment but you can't compare guitars and cars. I've worked in guitar manufacturing (quality controle) and a lot of things can move during shipment because of vibrations, temperature switching, humidity etc... You can set up a guitar well, send it, and a few weeks later you receive an angry mail, because wood and springs move easily. I always tell people to only buy guitars they can try, like in shops. This way you can select the best. Aside from set up, some guitars from the same series are better than others. Buy the one that have mojo! And if you don't feel it, keep your money for later.