The Captains Blindfold Strat Challenge!! Andertons Music Co.

[@CHESTRbeast]

for april fools, do a video like this blindfolded, but just keep handing him the same guitar and see if he says anything different

[@ChrisFranklyn]

That's an excellent idea!

[@youdontchoosefamily1714]

CHESTRbeast I

[@theslayerofgoblins849]

I do believe he would know..I think he would know or at least think it the first time they trled.

[@shreddytodie1605]

Get him one of those Relish guitars and keep chsnging the pickups.

[@rockerseven]

I was about to post the same lol

[@scottcollier9178]

This video would be much shorter if they were both lefties. “Here’s the one lefty in the shop, do you like it?” “No” “Tough”

[@ryannunwick2328]

djjazzyjeff123 im a lefty. But pkay right handed. Just the way i learnt, not because of this reason, it felt natural to play right handed.

[@chipbipple2593]

This genuinely made me sad

[@Kevin-vr9np]

Scott Collier as a lefty who plays righty, I can say product selection was my main driving factor for learning right handed, and besides you use both hands a lot any way so it's not even that big of a learning curve, I have three left handed mates who have done the same, in fact I know more leftys who play right handed than I do leftys who play lefty.

[@cybertronguy98]

also a lefty who plays righty, cant say looks were my main driving force, just felt more natural to fret with my dominant hand.

[@ezer0923]

Legend says the one who invented the guitar was a leftie. We righties are playing it wrong

[@Josbornevonosborne]

Videos like this are the reason this is the best guitar channel. That and the playing of Danish Pete

[@Erik_Nordlund]

The best P tapes in the business!

[@y0Fiqqy]

Dont forget the fro bro!

[@CaptAnderton]

The blindfold challenge really is the best way to do these completely objective comparisons. I can't believe how my perception about what I'm playing changes as soon as I know what it is! I guess that's the power of brand & the emotional impact of just liking the idea of owning something. However, choosing a new guitar is about picking the "best" one for you, AND fulfilling some deep desire to own something just because it is what it is! Does that make sense? Sorry - got a bit deep there!!

[@DaigoParry]

CaptAnderton The emotional impact of wanting to own something is totally true. Looks does play a part. I was looking for an archtop and someone offered me an Aria Pro II FA71 for $130. That one sounded the best to me although it wasn’t set up properly. I also tried an Ibanez Joe Pass Emperor, a 60s Hofner, and an Eastman AR610. The cheapest guitar actually sounded the best to me, but I ended up forking $1,000 for the Eastman. I loved the way it looks, I spent so much time taking photos of it on my phone. I really liked the idea of owning a beautiful guitar. I step into my room and it’s the first thing I see. But when I play it, I couldn’t get the Wes Montgomery tone that I could with the Aria. I simply accepted the compromise....

[@sprax1937]

Pls bring back ur lessons and tell us how did u learn to "improvise"

[@thenorthproject8465]

I like these tests, recently a drummer turned guitarist, i used this technique, well i shut my eye's and attemptedto play, to purchase my new guitar which i thought was going to be a strat or tele of some kind, hopefully a fender. After spending 5 hours in my local music store playing everything from £100 to £4200 I walked out with a Gibson 2018 faded in worn Bourbon. A total surprise because i have never looked at Gibson's after i held one at the age of 14 and thought they were too heavy and being a Clapton fan was not the right look or guitar for me, but for me it felt the best sounded the best and looks lovely, thanks for giving me the right idea's to help me choose the right guitar for me!!! Keep up the good work =)

[@pabcrane]

@@DaigoParry - I've only just now read your comment, I realise it is quite a few months old, by Christ I hope you went and got that Aria as well!

[@bobbyshmudra9225]

I die laughing every time Rob snatches the guitar from Lee. "THANK YOU LEE!"

[@windack768]

Bobby Shmudra THIS IS MINE NOW

[@jake2355]

“Falcon!”

[@yubtub89]

I thought it was funnier that Rob kept doing it after only 2 seconds of Lee playing lol whereas Rob will fiddle on each guitar for minutes on his blindfold challenges. Although in Rob's defense, Lee plays the same few chord progressions and simple pentatonic / blues scale runs.

[@builderphill1361]

@@yubtub89 rob does the same 🤷‍♀️

[@giuliofranco22]

Chapman and the Hot Ones reference ahahah Sean Evans has to know!!!

[@benjaminherbst811]

giuliofranco22 what hot ones reference?

[@giuliofranco22]

Benjamin Herbst The ending, when he tells the Captain that he made it through and to tell the cameras what's going on with him. It's what Sean Evans says after each episode of Hot Ones.

[@Deej_Gaming]

Sean Evans knows all.

[@skum73]

That hot ones ending was amazing. The captain was so confused.

[@jacobschmitt9983]

I'd like to see this done with a PRS, since they put a lot of money into aesthetics

[@jonnelson5881]

The thing is that Core PRS have a really distinct body carve that is really obvious when you hold it.

[@stevenpricehereford]

They did that a while back

[@MatzaFTW]

They did years ago.

[@Jason_TCR]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/bme9h55oeb55j9U

[@MAIIVIIOTH]

You pay for the aesthetics and feel in a PRS core. the SE and core have basically the same wood and everything else. Swap the pups from a core PRS into and SE and I'd be absolutely shocked if someone could tell the difference in a test like this. That doesn't mean the core isn't significantly better in many other ways. I'd pay 2k more for: better details, more dramatic body carve, locking tuners, MUCH better sustain, better electronics, excellent warranty and customer service, more socially responsible (happy US employees), more bragging rights, plus having a badass instrument that can absolutely "do no wrong". If you think they are similar, you should probably try a PRS for yourself. Also, core PRS remain the only guitar that I haven't ever seen even a half-way convincing fake.

[@MrEhf111]

To me there's no problem including the Chapman's ... well done guys.

[@GigglingDickhead]

These blindfold tests are a true service to the consumer. As unbiased as it gets. A whole new channel devoted to this would be very popular i'd imagine. Good job guys

[@MickeyKraut419]

Agreed... And any naysayers need only notice that he didn't even put his own sig model into the top 3 lol.

[@pbw_]

That hot ones reverence at the end. 🔥

[@crumb5756]

Say what you will, I think Lee's a man of integrity. I doubt they set this video up as a promo for Chapman. Plus, let's be real, those Chapman ML1's feel pretty nice

[@the_swoletariat1621]

That G&L was a special one tbh. I would go for that or the charvel myself, but I totally understand.

[@owenminter7341]

Please do something similar to this with Rob!

[@RobChappers]

Owen Minter Yes, order 10 different kinds of food and let me guess which one I like the most :-)

[@subezdo]

or get 10 different Chapmans and see what's the best...

[@subezdo]

or get 10 different Chapmans and see what's the best...

[@loujoszai1219]

Rob Chapman OR let us see whether you recognize your own guitars among 10 other random guitars, played for 10 seconds! XD Thanks for video by the way. Loved it :-)

[@jeruxa224]

Just 10? ;-)

[@leolapulga6784]

8:25 "The first two were yes, the second one was no." - The Captain, 2017

[@TurntableBlues]

wonder how would Pacifica fared in this

[@Driftuner]

sucks they dont feature Yamahas enough...all these years and we've never seen a 311 or 611H....great guitars..

[@styx85]

Totally agree! Would love to see some more Pacificas.

[@wulfila99]

A Pacifica and an LTD (from the SN-series, obviously)

[@GurpreetKakar4873]

I have both 611VFM and 122V. 611VFM is absolute a beast guitar. 112v is best for beginners.

[@oliverjames7315]

In my experience I would say pretty well, amazing guitars for the price.

[@lachytoy]

#ChappersOnHotOnes

[@krimisim]

#ThorinOnHotOnes

[@joem527]

Lachy Toy yesss

[@davidjameschamberlain]

yes

[@ebmusicman84]

Television hot ones caters to their guests dietary restrictions

[@svfutbol20]

Television tofu wings

[@richardsim7]

The song in Blade is called Confusion (by New Order)

[@okanerc]

richardsim7 I’m happy someone can go find stuff like this because no one would go back to a movie like Blade just to find that one song in a semi forgetful scene lol

[@Chris_from_yealand]

Maybe he knew it already. New Order are still a well loved band in the UK. It is worth watching that scene if you like Vampire films though, it's definitely the calling card for the film.

[@10chipmunk]

It's the pump panel remix of said track.

[@vincentnicholson6270]

TR 909 distorted kick and TB 303 bassline

[@itszaidihamid]

Fun video guys! I own a few S-type guitars including a G&L and the Passive Treble and Bass control on it lets you dial in a more traditional vintage tone - something which has been overlooked in your G&L videos. The push-pull pot also makes it sound like a faux Tele. You should really do a video on G&Ls and cover the set of features on offer especially on the S-500! 12" neck, thicker neck, heavier body (Tribute models), improved tremolo system, MFD pickups (ceramic instead of Alnico) and the quirky wiring. Leo Fender was most proud of his G&L guitars!

[@jameskrys5286]

G&L's are the real deal tone wise.

[@YawpMusic]

I'd say you sound you are in the pay of G&L, except I feel exactly the same way.

[@lcpholman]

I thought it was the best sounding guitar on this showing

[@tonytouchzz]

But the bridge and the heastock and logo are the worst of all other strat like companies by far... Id have one by now if those werent monstuous

[@AstraVex]

10:19 - Rob is in great pain. Please help him.

[@smuthered]

love the reference

[@Sasageyo-oj5ph]

Oof

[@AC-9883]

Hey Captain no need to apologise for Rob setting you up with the Chapman model. The most hilarious comment from trolls I see in these comments is “all they’re trying to do is promote Anderton’s gear to sell it”. No shit Sherlock! This is the video channel for the shop. It’s literally your business to promote and sell us stuff. Keep it coming!

[@zakofrx]

Common sense in these comments. Thank god. It some times looks like a bunch of spoilt kids comment on these videos. I wonder how many of them are members of their colleges Socialist/Communist club.

[@mylemonblue3070]

I felt this was the first blindfold challenge that had a balanced choice of guitars and really worked. At least "I" thought it was the best one yet. Thanks Lee for going through that for us. I really appreciate it! ❤️❗️🎸 Edit to add. I think this was surprisingly informative. I also appreciated the humor in how you guys did this challenge. It was a lot of fun to watch.

[@jw.2507]

I died when Capt said he would prefer his guitar with lower action not knowing that he was playing his actually guitar. LMAO Rob's reaction was priceless! I've been watching the lads for years since 09. Love 'em!

[@KRayxKodessA]

Rob snatching guitars from Lee is the most entertaining thing I've seen all day.

[@MasterDaveo]

Yes more vids like this I love the blindfolded challenges and when rob says “it’s his guitar” after he said the action int how he would have it I Laughed out loud ,love it 🤘☺️

[@acemodean]

The G&l sounded fantastic

[@JDODify]

I do like the blindfold tests. Would be funny to see if Rob could pick his blue Ghostfret out of a collection of 5 or 6 ghostfrets.

[@Sarklord]

I liked the G&L sound...winner for me.

[@Tcflohr]

This is a much better format, I love the idea of just choosing their favorites and not models or prices or whatever. Great new blindfold challenge

[@richardsim7]

Hahaha, Lee's comments about the action on his own guitar, amazing

[@Wootafuckface]

If you ever find the time, could you do a demo of the Vintage brand? Like the Vintage icon series?

[@antwilkphotography]

I've owned a fair few of these and they've all been great for the money

[@guitargirlutube]

Why can't andertons sell vintage jhs guitars? They really are excellent and I'd love to see em demo-ed here. Pleeeeeease!

[@pancakespower3051]

Guys i just wanna say how much i love these blindfold pick your favourite guitar/pedal videos. You are doing a great job keep going.👍👍👍

[@izanalatreon]

For the next one just give him the same guitar 3 or 4 times in a row and watch him go crazy

[@toddely2130]

I have to admit, and not kissing ass, the ML1 sounded great ! Ya'll nailed it on that one. No credibility lost on this side of the pond!

[@codylanham1846]

I think it's funny that he didn't pick his own chapman guitar lol. No hate here I love chapman guitars but it's nice to see unbiased guitar picking

[@AndrewZeleno1]

Custom 3:57 Lee's 3:09 Cheap 3:34 Mm 5:22 Strat pro 5:43

[@YourMoralCompas]

Poor Lee being rushed through the first phase. He got so frightened by how fast you were taking them away.

[@michaelsnydermusic]

I always believe your integrity. That’s why I watch you.

[@flatsix666]

Great fun to watch, cheers fella's!. x.

[@laughingboy9378]

Rob: "Tell the people what you got going on" Capt: "Aye?" Amazing.

[@youbi179]

Do the test with Danish Pete on T-style guitars

[@TomTobin67]

That Chapman guitar is one of the most beautiful guitars I've seen.

[@mark1982arsenal]

Chappers face when Lee chose the Chapman guitar, the joy and happiness!

[@ChrisVanMiddelkoop]

What a great video. I love these blindfold videos. I love Chappers and the Captain in a video! I liked the whole quick turn around speed dating sort of thing. It was really a fun video. It's Rob's turn now with.... flying v's? That would be a laugh. :)

[@ZackRamsey14]

When I saw the Charvel, Squier, and Sterling I literally laughed to the point of tears.

[@mattmckivigan3382]

The best video I’ve seen from you guys in a while! Good stuff.

[@1truechamp46]

Loved the look of the sonic blue strat, and the Charvel looks and sounds awesome. The Chapman he picked just looks like it would feel great to play.

[@redmcmannus]

Ha ha ha! Love the “First We Feast” reference at the end there Rob!

[@MisterTee]

It’s a shame you don’t carry Suhr, Tom Anderson or LSL. Some high end stuff from true custom shops in there would be interesting to see in the mix.

[@Spidouz]

Mister Tee I'd definitely love Andertons to carry Suhr guitars.

[@elvis_chen]

They don't sell Suhr so far, that's why.

[@Spidouz]

That's what we said... trouble reading?!

[@vvmakovv2689]

Mister Tee Fender custom shop...

[@MrAlfredWennberg]

When Rob says natural instinct and for no more than ten seconds it syncs so well with the music

[@flexprog3374]

Hey Rob and Lee. Just wanted to say that you shouldn't listen too much to people who think you videos are biased for Chapman guitars. I feel like the silent majority of us here like your videos because we think you are honest and genuine, unlike a lot of guitar channels on KZbin. So keep rocking and making those idiotic/informative videos ;)

[@adammartin8026]

This would make a hell of a game show... seriously one of your best vids, probably just cause it's really fun to watch Lee squirm 😂😂

[@tyecook9630]

That Chapman was pretty sweet too...they're not usually my style but im seriously warming up to them to the point where I could really see myself investing in a good one....even the more affordable ones seem killer...it's just a bit different because I guess im a traditional fender guy, but sometimes something a bit outside of your normal comfort zone is such a turn on...something about rob's guitars are just beautiful...it's like meeting a woman in the most unexpected way, and you can only say wow.....

[@zac_m]

This format is amazing. Every challenge should be rapid fire "wtf is going on". It's hilarious and there's absolutely no bias

[@ph0kused]

awesome video, and yea i'd love a blindfold test on the entire PRS line

[@wesmatron]

So, blindfolded, you ranked a Chapman guitar alongside a rare Fender Custom Shop that has been hand built by a skilled luthier. That should be a proud moment, right there.

[@chester3030]

The fast changes and the similar riffs played made it nice to compare the sound of each as a viewer. Your focus, understandably, was on the feel and playability. I liked the sound of your strat and the light blue one best.

[@Phatzo1000]

I liked the sound of the G & L best

[@cesararias4633]

I was about to say that I missed the blindfold challenges! Always love these! By the way, the youtube audience needs a review for the new flying V from Joe Bonamassa!!!!! PLEASE HURRY UP WITH THIS VIDEO!!! Much love from Barcelona!

[@George-sq8ed]

Love this. I'm looking to buy a Strat or Tele at the moment. Strats seem to get all the love. Could you do a video on a Tele shape?

[@grizant]

Whoever it was that sent them those monogrammed goggles is a goddamn legend.

[@lewisorton]

What I would like to see is something with old vs new strings. As a lot of guitar shops have guitars hanging up with old horrible strings and they make me not like them! Maybe mix it up with cheaper guitars with new strings and expensive ones with old strings - but somehow without knowing! As I think strings can make a big difference to the tone of a guitar and might make some people avoid or buy a guitar!

[@JimJamDaMan]

Yes they are learning how to tastefully put chapman guitars in videos

[@nothingbutbone]

Love the "hot ones" reference at the end Rob! LMAO

[@erwinc.9117]

Honestly I think this is a great way to choose a new guitar! If there's one that can jump out and make you say "I love it!" when you are blind folded and have only ten seconds to try each guitar, then you know it's the one!

[@shfnderrock]

More blind fold videos please they are great

[@JasonFiske]

Great video, lot of fun. I enjoyed the speed and kudos for your integrity!

[@DillPickl3s]

lol love that little homage to First We Feast at the end

[@evilutionltd]

C'mon, I made you a Rabea blindfold as well, when are we going to see it in use?

[@ryanwalker5629]

We could have one for Pete as well and he could do a clean amp challenge?

[@stirlingarcher2141]

Great fun and interesting result. Very hard task with only 10 seconds, well done :-)

[@Mist_R]

Still waiting for 2018 prs se review

[@jake2355]

Don’t let this video distract you from the fact that Yousician is the best way to learn, practice and master the guitar! Just grab your acoustic or electric and play along!

[@windack768]

Jake Dowen *pleep* OFF *throws computer mouse against wall*

[@andertons]

Almost as annoying as the bit at the end of the videos where I try to sell you a T shirt ;)

[@GraemeCampbellMusic]

Andertons Music Co. The difference is that the T-shirts are cool and it la something I would want ;)

[@LMTN13]

When i started playing guitar with a professional teacher I had no idea what I was doing; but now that i use Yousician I can play *totally radical* riffs!

[@fagyu7502]

Wtf is this only politicans lie more than this guy

[@TheMrWillje]

This editing is bloody gold

[@andrewnibbi]

Lee during blindfold tests “are you sure these aren’t all the same?” Rob during blindfold tests “I may be wrong but it sounds blue... like... a blue maple cap, probably a PRS”

[@hambonesyndrome8767]

That sonic blue strat is beautiful. I want one so bad.

[@mathevideos9909]

Captain you are really good with this. Huge respect man!

[@BrianMarto]

Something about Fender Stratrs their sound is unique, I personally love Strats, as for the Fender Squires there is a chap in the UK who clearly stated the big issue with them is setup, and as you stated Lee they are mass produced, thus the QC is not a 100% but when they are set properly they sound brilliant. but your 54 Reissue is absolutely stunning both looks and sounds, great video again guys,

[@MrFungu5]

Hahah the way Chappers just grabs the guitar out of Lee's hands

[@timfletch]

That was super fun, love you guys!

[@bull7618]

The g&l, Lee's 54 reissue and the sonic blue custom shop were my top 3. (Edit) Also that elite strat just reinforces my opinion on noiseless pickups. Dead and lacking depth

[@jonpaulling]

I have to travel round to teach guitar and that video on the mini amps was very eye opening! I was considering buying one to take to my students. Do more vids on cheapo and beginners' gear!

[@thehound2161]

The speed aspect was limiting and distracting and caused confusion in rankings. Where did the 1st Red Fender sampled on the clean go? That is what Lee was referring to as part of "the 1st and second one" The Cream G&L S-500 also "sounded great". He had a moment with that guitar that stood out on the clean. Another go at the S-type without a ridiculous 10 second rule is in order. Basically neck feel is the determining factor in a speed contest.

[@kmdracer]

I'm lusting after the sonic blue 59 custom shop on the website. way out of my price range though sadly

[@MoraAzura]

Do it with Telecaster also ;) With some fender, esp, Charvel , Chapman etc

[@jimmymajcher6934]

Now we’re all waiting for the Same video with Les pauls!

[@chuckHart70]

The best guitar channel in history so far! Thanks for just making us laugh.

[@kdrake777]

5:48 “A bit dead sounding” on the noiseless single coils of the Elite Fender . I agree. I don’t care if they are fourth generation, noiseless pickups sound dull.

[@gatlinjb]

Great exercise in subjectivity...not surprised the Shawbucker Strat was liked as that is a great harmonic humbucker as in my guitar I should know😉

[@DIDCHOI]

OMG the hot ones reference!

[@Joe-hl2ts]

Lmao no wonder Lee was so confused.

[@vincentmazza7813]

Please do more of these!!

[@shellbournian]

The Hot Ones reference at the end was pretty solid

[@JimiScandal]

The back-peddling on the Musicman was interesting towards the end, considering some of the earlier comments when Lee thought it was a Squire he was talking about.

[@philiphopper4885]

Yes! It’s back

[@TomPark1986]

The Chapman and Cap's guitar sounds frickin great.

[@dan_brett_rosenthal]

Great! More please. May be torture for you but brilliant for us :)

[@MateuszMarek]

Yay, video from my idea! :D (and probably many others, but still ;)).

[@mathevideos9909]

Awesome Intro and Video idea. Love the stuff!

[@danieljdtaylor]

I hate to bring it up but for the sake of praise where it’s due, this video felt nothing like a Chapman advert and actually felt 100% honest compared to the other $500 guitar one where we all got a bit suspicious (even though there was nothing to get suspicious about hahaha), but this one was done really well and I really enjoyed this one guys!

[@buzzrabone]

Lovely randomness. Love it.

[@blagahaga]

5:32 The Captain shows off his ventriloquism skills