the Most UNHINGED Guitar Ever Created?

[@lunamatic9775]

To go from talking about literally hooking your audience to a nice clean jazz demo is insane. I love it. Thanks for the video!

[@andrefludd]

Thanks for watching! I really had fun with this one!

[@notmyrealname2516]

i HAVEN'T HEARD ANYONE PLAY WARCRY IN AGES. what a treat that intro was.

[@Vagran]

The intro reminded me. Cynic was a band that mixed jazz and heavy metal. I haven't played them in years.

[@Eliphas_Elric]

Dude I remember seeing Cynic live and they completely blew my mind.

[@AgnivaGongopadhyay-ys8nf]

You can probably play the last note of the Crossroads solo on this

[@placeholder8671]

also great for instrumental Alvin and the Chipmunks covers

[@ophiuchus1970]

There probably isn't a straight fret on that guitar. The bridge is the neutral point. Most multiscale guitars have it between the 7th and 12th frets. The Floyd on this guitar means it has to be at the bridge which exaggerates the fan down low a bit.

[@MashaT22]

Omg, that opening was priceless!! The entire video was unhinged with the metal, the headstock weapon . . . the kill switch while playing jazz! 😂😂😂 I’m not shocked that you tried a guitar like this despite mostly playing jazz. You are right that most innovative designs and features make it to metal guitars. Why don’t the rest of us get a piece of the pie?! Anyway, I had a feeling you’d say the neck wasn’t right for you. I’m not surprised. The fanned frets on this guitar isn’t really for a chord player. I know Kaiden aka KDH loves Ornsby Guitars. Maybe it’s worth doing an interview with him to ask how he navigates the fretboard with such extreme fret angles. Maybe we would learn something about the techniques used on these types of guitars. Or maybe you can get an interview with someone from Ornsby who can help us understand why they’ve made the frets so extreme. This is a really nice guitar for the right player, but most of us won’t be the type of player for it.

[@felixj3841]

Your metal playing has gotten so much better!

[@andrefludd]

Thanks for noticing. I’ve been practicing! Still a long way to go but hopefully in 2025.

[@2good2betrue3]

Wow! very cool guitar.😮 27 frets full access, partial scalloped high fretboard, fanned frets, beautiful design. Will save for that. 👌

[@BetoxSound]

as the why the multiscale is not working for you while doing power chords on the first fret ( 17:29 ) have a look at your hand position. Your index finger is coming from the nut cutting across the fret, reason why you can feel the nut in your hand (in which you shouldnt). The idea is that you angle your hand to follow the fan. Do an F bar chord, but instead of having your index finger perpendicular to the fretboard like you normally would, have your finger to follow the angle of the fret. That is how you supposed to play power chords in that area. By twisting your wrist out to follow the angle of the fan, you have the ergonomics of the guitar taking place, your wrist break angle becomes less extreme making your hand position more straight, and your elbow position comes closer to your body so you get less fatigued. It is a different technique that needs to be re-learn and/or adapted, which for some people might be too hard to break years of muscle memory. But give it a try As for the if 6 string multiscales makes sense question. A standard Hype Ormsby with 25.5-27.5 multiscale layout tunned in E standard means that if I use a 9-42 string set, I will get the same tension on the low E string as a Fender with a 9-46 set. Having a thinner string means more clarity/brightness which is something desired for metal players. OR, I could keep the 9-46 string set but I will now have more tension on my low E string, which means it can be played harder/faster/longer without loosing pitch.... but harder to bend. All by keeping a 46 instead of having to jump to a 52

[@russellzauner]

My opinion on locking nuts is that once locking tuners came along it seemed that tuning stability was at least good enough for me so I get back my actual string length by unlocking any locked nuts I have that ended up with locking tuners on it. What this means is that on reverse headstock guitars that you get a different pull and tension which is pleasing to me and allows me to more easily bend and therefore have better control and feel on the lower register/heavier strings. Plus the pinch point of the locking nut is gone, which makes the strings less likely to snap (seems 9/10 breaks on locking nut guitars happen at the locking nut, for me). The partial scallop is nice because I hate scalloped boards but I found that I do like scalloping on the higher frets, when I finally settle on a few guitars instead of many I can see myself getting them all tiny scalloped ;-) I have an okay touch but it will never be light enough to use scalloping, although I always try to use as little energy as possible when fretting, just enough is just enough.

[@Tarnished2023]

No way you started playing WarCry.. I haven't heard that song since my High School days when I first discovered Rusty. Instant subscribe bro.

[@andrefludd]

I was also in high school at the time. Thanks for the sub!

[@Eliphas_Elric]

@@andrefludd oh man what year did y’all graduate? 08 for me, and yeah I remember war cry from high school. Feels like it was a wild time to be a guitar nerd teen. G3 tours were still going on, Guitar hero was totally hyped, Dragonforce was blowing up, and the internet shred scene was really kicking off. These were the days before Periphery gave birth to the djent craze, and Misha was still posting under the name “Bulb”.

[@MARTY61384]

Ormsby has one of the sickest lineups of artists. They definitely becoming more and more of a force every year

[@toddcontino7271]

I have a 7 string model in flames black. I love it. The ONLY issue I have is that damn but you mention at the end. But just file it smoother…and play it in a classical position the neck length and extreme fret angles for me is fine

[@xdarkale]

Thank you for doing a video on this! I have the blue 7 string and there doesn't seem to be many reviews of this guitar if any. I'm always interested in what others have to say about gear I own myself. You are the man! And it's definitely not the type of guitar I imagine you playing lol I love it though. Also 10:32.

[@istillremain9064]

At 3:59 you look like a total badass holding a guitar lightsaber

[@andrefludd]

Thanks man!

[@Orbz716]

Great video, you sparked my curiosity in multiple points and kept me watching.

[@14fluffies]

This is the perfect guitar for people that don't do big chords lower on the neck and LOVE tomfoolery. Also, the fan being designed to accommodate a Floyd Rose is the biggest reason why the fanning is that way. You have to have the straight fret at the 27th fret or else you wouldn't be able to properly set up the bridge.

[@Wepeell]

The 27th fret isn't straight either. The neutral "fret" is placed at the bridge. Remember, the fanning doesn't stop at the last fret, it continues all the way to the bridge.

[@off6848]

That’s why I don’t mess with fanned frets but a 27 fret neck is nice

[@BrunodeSouzaLino]

I find funny people thinking you can't do bar chords on fanned frets.

[@14fluffies]

@@BrunodeSouzaLino it's very possible. It's just a skill issue if you can't lol

[@AdrianFarrell]

The Comfort Zone: that's exactly why I ended up deciding to sell my Charvel DK24. I just found my DK22 more comfortable for the keys I usually play in. Also, I guess, I'm very familiar with Fender dimensions, so feels more like home.

[@andrefludd]

Okay I’m glad I’m not the only one 😂

[@nj1255]

I really like the fact that the 24th fret is the straight one. When you have the straight fret at the 7th or something, it becomes almost impossible to do chords high up on the neck since the frets lean toward the bridge which makes it an awkward angle for your fretting hand. It's pretty obvious that this guitar is made for a lead player!

[@TorryXD]

Love your videos man, easily my favourite guitar youtuber out there, i will say though large scale length 6 string guitars are amazing for someone who just wants to play low tuned riffs, my favourite band "Vildhjarta" is one of these bands, fanned fret 6 strings i dont think have a real reason to exist though

[@andrefludd]

I will eventually do some vildhjarta analysis. I’m a huge fan of

[@TorryXD]

@@andrefludd Will be happy to see that :)

[@YOUTUBEOBWAYJACOBGASTON0800]

THE STRING POST IS ALSO AMAZING AND ARTFULLY CRAFTED💥💥💥

[@KeikoFXDesigns]

Rusty Cooley is an insane shredder.

[@HumunculousInPants]

Notes from a guitar designer; 1. Reverse headstocks also allow you to bend the higher strings more easily because the string is shorter. 2. The "comfort zone" is dictated by the point where the neck joins the body. On a Fender, if I recall, it's around the 17th fret. This makes the upper fret access difficult. You can think of it like this, if you move the bridge further back, then you will have less access, and if you move it forward you will have more access. Moving it forward though, also moves the first fret in that direction, making it further away. I'm not sure if they did it this way on purpose on this model or if it was a trade off for the upper access. I think you could compensate for this by making the body asymmetrical and slanted toward the upper horn, moving the lower waist further back. That might help a little.

[@Hyperlink1337]

string length behind the nut/bridge is not comparable to string tension. pick up a guitar and really try your first point again

[@HumunculousInPants]

@@Hyperlink1337 Hi, I'm right on this one. Look into it. I had the same reaction you did when I first found that out.

[@HumunculousInPants]

Oh, but also... sure. I'm wrong if the strings are clamped with a locking nut. I'll give you that one.

[@soilent9618]

Andre, I've been watching you for a while and I know you're not a metal player, but you did a really good job with the intro song and tones! Usually non metal players give a have hearted effort with some sloppy over drive and power chords, but that was a nice little jam you had there. Kudos brother.

[@andrefludd]

Thank you! I've been working hard at it!

[@AfroRedMusic]

I love how heavy that intro was man! The RC Is dope ❤‍🔥

[@AfroRedMusic]

I have similar issues with my 7 string jackson, adjusting to the that low B (in dropped A); and avoiding it when I'm voicing power chords on the 6th-4th string; I usually mute it with my left index finger just in case I strum past it. Would you try a 7 string as use it like a jazz piano or do some avant garde compositions?

[@andrefludd]

Appreciate it!!

[@brolsonmusic]

I bought Rusty's original Ormsby Prototype guitar from him. It's one of a kind done by Perry. It plays amazing! I've got Abasi Fluence 8 string pickups in it, although it's a 7 string. The headstock on mine is different though.

[@Coriiiiiiiiiiiiii]

I’ve been wanting one for years

[@andrefludd]

I hope it didn’t disappointed

[@YoJimbo0321]

Speaking of fanned frets and chords, I think it would be interesting to see your review of one of Javier Reyes' signature 8-string guitars someday. I can't link it here, but I recently watched a livestream VOD/video from several years ago on the Fishman Music channel titled "Live with Tosin Abasi and Javier Reyes from Fishman", where Tosin and Javier get interviewed on various things. At 49:20 in that video, they get asked about the thought process behind their respective ideas, and I immediately thought of your channel as I listened. Tosin talks about his pursuit of innovation and comfort for lead/legato playing on his guitar, while Javier talks about aiming for more traditional playability on his guitar, specifically citing, like you, that he dislikes fanned frets due to it interfering with playing some chords. If you haven't seen it already, I think you'd find it interesting! And since you've talked about these topics before, and reviewed a few Abasi guitars, I'd love to hear what you think of Javier's more traditional take on an 8-string. I also recall that in that interview or another one, he mentions his 8-string playing style (and approach to signature guitar design) as basically being as close to normal 6-string playing as possible, but just having the extra strings for lower notes when you need them, which is an interesting approach.

[@andrefludd]

I started reading this comment thinking “there’s now way I’d review an 8 string.” But as I read and saw your logic, it sounds like A LOT of fun. Maybe cover some of Javier’s chordal and finger style playing. I’ve always resonated with him more than Tosin. Tosin is obviously a genius but not really the way I personally like to play guitar. Thanks for the idea!

[@YoJimbo0321]

@@andrefludd Cool! I mean, no pressure or anything, of course. I know that that probably wouldn't be a great return on investment as far as the cost of the guitar versus video engagement for a relatively niche topic. But it just seemed to me like something you might find fun on a personal level. And I for one would be interested in hearing what you think :) Also, I found that other interview I was talking about where he discusses treating 8-strings like a regular guitar. It's Sweetwater's "Javier Reyes: The Art of The 8 String Guitar" @ 5m20s. Oh yeah, and one other small thing I forgot to mention is that his taste in pickups also seems to align with yours. His signature Fluence set is notably slightly darker than average, and the Voice 2 is apparently a unique voicing that is supposed to emulate a hollow-body jazzbox kind of sound, which I thought also sounded like something you might be interested in (8-string jazz arrangements?)

[@ImperialCityNord]

What a stunning guitar!

[@GuitarNinja91]

Man, I haven’t heard that Outworld song in many years. Forgot how good and underrated Outworld was

[@fatboysgarage7984]

I agree with you about using something a little more modern. When I want to play blues, I go to my Jackson Soloist. I play all over the neck and having that upper fret access is a must.

[@Captain_Yata]

That intro tone is unbelievably filthy

[@PistolsPlayground]

I've got the 7 string RC-ONE. It's a ridiculous guitar, it is insanely easy to play, the neck is very similar to the Ibanez wizard. It has the best upper fret access of any guitar I've ever played. Rusty outdid himself with the design of this monster.

[@ErinBlueBird]

We all have a 14 year old shredder inside. I also enjoy playing jazz and blues and am at home with a 7'25 radius. But couldn't pass on a great deal for an RG550 DY. I set it up as low as it can get and yeah I'm playing fast runs and all types of shreddy stuff all day because it's a guitar that doesn't put a fight on a regular. Over all my technique has improven due to the long confortable hours playing it. So yes, always follow the G.A.S. it leads you to fall in love again with guitar in a different way or with a new perspective

[@tonyevans9999]

I love Adrian Belew, the antithesis of boring guitar

[@jaycswift4751]

I have the Dean RC7 which was Rusty's Dean guitar. Its the absolute best guitar I have ever played. Rusty is also my instructor. His musical knowledge is without limit and he is a very patient teacher. He's changed the way I look at music.

[@edwinchiu3939]

I totally agree with your review. I had an Ormsby GTR Futura 7 in Maya Blue. It looked and sounded amazing, and I even took it to a jam... which was a mistake. I also sold it after about a year.

[@maccamac626]

I like to see a smaller builder like ormsby get some love!

[@theshogos]

Finally RC one review!!! I just pre ordered the second run damn what a cool guitar

[@andrefludd]

Congrats brother!

[@highlandparkguitarlessons8129]

Pull your left arm elbow in and rotate your left arm away from your torso. The fan frets are deigned perfectly fine for economy of motion of the left hand. The fretting hand has the most dexterity and reach between the first and second finger. If you watch the way Rusty actually uses his left fretting hand form, it makes sense.

[@mx_strong]

Actually my main guitar right now is Ormsby 7 string Goliath headless model, it's perfect combination of metal and ergonomics for me, it has ergonomic cut to sit nice on my leg, but also has 27.8 inch scale length on the low string, which allows me to tune it to crazy low tunings like Drop F# and still have nice tone, sustain and intonation without using too thick strings. Also it has 25.5 inch scale length on highest string, so it's not too stretchy for me (I had 28 inch straight scale 8 string before and it was uncomfortable to play for the most part). Before buying I thought that 25.5 - 27.8 inch multiscale would be too extreme, but it plays pretty naturally for me (not my first multiscale guitar, but also having neutral fret at 9 makes it very comfortable for me as around that fret is where I default to anyway). It's only downsides for me are that it weights quite a bit more than my 7 string Strandberg and high fret access is a bit limited due to lower horn, but it's not too much and I'm not shredder, so it's ok for me for the most part.

[@KeshiaCabrera]

I love Rusty Cooley's insane shredding 😊

[@borisalmishev5052]

The absolutely last place I expected to hear Outworld's War Cry was this channel... A surprise to be sure, but a (very) welcome one!

[@andrefludd]

I loved outworld growing up!

[@jshearer94]

Thanks for the video. I’m thinking about stepping out of my comfort zone, getting a 24 fret, and tuning to D standard.

[@THEHAR0LD]

"Great guitar but not for me" is a very mature take. IDK if it would work for me, either, with the bridge being the straight "fret" even though the music I like to play is closer to what the guitar is clearly aiming for, but it's interesting that it exists at all. The audacity to have a conventional vibrato bridge with fanned frets is great, and if it works for the people who like this guitar then all the better. I wonder if a more bluesy/jazzy guitarist might get more out of this guitar if it were headless and/or the upper horn were longer so that it would naturally sit a bit further to the right and your comfort zone is closer to the 5th fret? My 8 string is headless and that helps balance out the longer scale so I also find myself gravitating to that area when just in a neutral position.

[@sabrefang0]

I'm gonna level with you, thank you for this review and playing Outworld. Hands down one of my favorite albums out there.

[@andrefludd]

Thank you! I loved the bad as well. Their singer was incredible

[@YaYousef5]

Real reason you wanted it: to pretend to stab people in the front row with the knife-like headstock. 😜 - You were having a lot of fun with that! I like how you're open to trying new styles of guitars and want to experience all types. This guitar is definitely extreme with the design and fanned frets angle. My Kiesel 7-string multiscale Vader has less of an angle with the fanned frets and I don't even notice it, but I can see how you'll notice this one because of the angle! Great review as always.

[@chillswitch8895]

Ormsby is awesome! Regret selling my hype 6 and 8s so much, would love to find a Goliath tuxedo

[@arithmetech]

The guitar, much like Midsommar, is wild. I can't do anything with it as I don't have bionic fingers. But man, it's dope.

[@reverendg5937]

I own 5 Ormsby GTR's. Love them!!!! 🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@replicatedmetal]

I have the same guitar exept the 7 string version. One thing to note on this guitar is that the way the pickups are situated on the guitar you are essentially always picking the guitar on top of the neck pickup really close to the end of the neck, essentially ”djenting” the whole time when playing. It definetely is sonically different because of this than other traditional guitars. Also you said that the locking nut works. My experience on my guitar is that it doesnt work at all and is all over the place inconsistent. The guitar doesnt even need it though because the tuning stability is great. The neck dive on the 7 string is atrociously bad, unplayable standing up without bells and whistles

[@kambion]

damn... doing the metal today eh? Been waiting for a min. Sick

[@robertscotti7970]

That guitar is a beauty!

[@zoomzoom3950]

Ormsby guitars offer a lot for the price IMO. I may get one eventually. I found my fav guitars, and keep buying more of them: floating trem, non-floating trem, hardtail...

[@YOUTUBEOBWAYJACOBGASTON0800]

That GITAR LOOKS WELL CRAFTED AND LOOKS TO BE AN,AMAZING INSTRUM'MENT❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@heneverreturnasahorse9773]

It is unique and very intersting. Not for me, but still very interesting with obviously a lot of thought behind the design!

[@andrefludd]

Agreed!

[@italianfromhell]

I thought that the 7-string version of this had a higher A above the normal B and E, not a lower B/A as they usually do edit: also, regarding your points about fanned frets, you should check out the new Manuel Gardner Fernandez signature by Ibanez, wich has *reversed* fanned frets; I think it might be pretty comfortable looking at your hand position while doing chords and bars

[@rainyandsunny]

Manuel Gardner Fernandez signature has frets that are all angled by same angle, not fanned frets.

[@OXXOI77777]

I've got a GTR Hype and a GTR Hype Elite, they are some of the best guitars I own. Just super reliable and stable, as well as sounding and looking great.

[@davidaraujo927]

once a metalhead always a metalhead

[@daemonspudguy]

I learned about Ormsby from KDH. I would love to try an Ormsby but they're not common where I am.

[@terdroblade]

WMI (World Music Instruments) makes phenomenal guitars (PRS SE was made there, B.C. Rich, Chapman, Dean ,Gretsch, LTD, Line6, Schecter and more). Dig in a bit, I think you'll be surprised you never knew about em and quite frankly, I think you'll enjoy the ride :) No one comes even close to how good your reviews are, keep it up and and enjoy the music :)

[@andrefludd]

Thank you I appreciate it so much!

[@Bobyoudontneeemyname]

What a killer looking guitar.

[@thorstenthorben196]

2:45 As long as it's properly locked you can saw off the headstck and nothing happens. So no it doesnt detract from tuning stability while at the same time being completely useless. It does make the headstock ever so slightly more heavy though, which can result in neck dive depending on the guitar.

[@jakesmith7919]

This is awesome!

[@DEEEEEEEEEELICIOUS]

Regarding locking machine heads on a double locking tremolo; I don't think they detract from tuning stability at all, if not active help it - however - in my professional experience they can be a detriment to setup specifically on Floyd Rose two post style tremolos where it's prudent to slacken the strings to avoid unnecessary wear on the knife edges. The act of repeated tightening and detuning the strings very slack can cause the wound strings to uncoil at the tuner if multiple adjustments are needed. This is really only an issue for the person setting up the instrument. If you do your own setups and are willing to move a Floyd Rose post under tension or have someone else to do it it's really not your problem.

[@andrefludd]

Good stuff. Thanks!

[@AustinMayan]

I own the 7 string version of this guitar, and it’s easily my favorite instrument I’ve ever owned

[@andrefludd]

Congrats!

[@dlmyrs]

Admit it Dr Fludd, you’re a metalhead! Nice guitar and review.

[@particle1988]

Oh look, my guitar. Cool :D

[@bthompson1229]

Love the chuggy demos! 🤘

[@apisdude]

the headstock on my Strandberg is natural finish, just the way I like it 😉

[@robertbrock9946]

if anything locking tuners help with tuning stability

[@thegootshow]

i have NEVER seen a guitar being multiscale and floyd rose

[@scottyknows]

I can't do multi scale necks either. I had an 8 string and with my smaller sized hands, it didn't work out for the same reasons you cited.

[@ivsiguitarist]

Cool that you were jamming a little Outworld Warcry there...very appropriate! I almost shot for the RC model but didn't want the scalloped frets. I have a few of the Hype 6 string models and love em! All other instruments feel weird to me after playing them.

[@andrefludd]

Their singer is crazy good

[@ivsiguitarist]

@@andrefludd Carlos Zema has some pipes for sure!

[@janelaincloudcroft]

Im only like 50 seconds in but for a blues and jazz musician, I just wanna say that is the heaviest guitar tone I have ever heard, How did you achieve that? (If that isn't answered in the video) It's just so good

[@willdowney2308]

Anyone remember that episode of the Simpsons where the car company has Homer design a car and it was the most absurd thing ever? I always likened this guitar to that episode. Still sick though.

[@eriqn868]

Good, now I miss my normal guitars.

[@DFlores2009]

I love the idea of a 27 fret guitar but I just wish they were more accessible

[@Robstafarian]

Your nerdom is beautiful.

[@rickc2102]

that 27th fret sustain hurt, needs a hardtail

[@YOUTUBEOBWAYJACOBGASTON0800]

MR.FLUDD DID YOU CRAFT THAT GITAR?♥♥♥♥♥♥

[@WowDragonsJD]

Love the shirt

[@frizzzzzzal]

so what should I get for modern gypsy jazz

[@c.j.robert5350]

Reversed headstock makes more sense, since it keeps the hand on the same side of the neck that you play on.

[@andrefludd]

That actually makes a lot of sense. Maybe if reverse was the standard it wouldn’t feel weird. 🤔

[@c.j.robert5350]

@@andrefludd great vid btw!!

[@FuzzImp]

Looks purpose built for jazz fusion

[@MARTY61384]

Sick guitar

[@HErsemerci]

Love the Midsommar shirt haha

[@andrefludd]

Amazing movie right?

[@avinapp]

Absolute metal!

[@fluxx1]

There is a straight "fret", it's the bridge :)

[@thecoloroctet1365]

I’m a simple man. I see Dr. Fludd video, I like

[@andrefludd]

I appreciate that 😁

[@norseman61]

I love and understand…

[@yellowdog2181]

I don’t even play guitar and I love when he digs into some metal

[@TheZooropaBaby]

also finally I got to try out Parker guitar for the first time and I get why you are utterly obsessed with them,....they're so playable, its almost like guitar is not there.........such a wild feeling, interesting that no shredders use that guitar...its such a shred machine! I mean thin neck joint. really thin neck that's not uncomfortable, versatile tone...I dont get why 80s shred people didnt go for it

[@andrefludd]

So happy for you. It’s an amazing guitar

[@CluntEstwode]

This is the kind of guitar that does appeal to me as a goofy ass shreddi boi, and I know that because I have a 2011 Ibanez RGD Prestige that has so many of the same traits as this and I love it to bits. But I know that my guitar preferences given what I like, what I play and my ergonomic preferences are very much dictated by my playing style, and guitars like this are rather niche because they're so tailored. I handed my Ibanez to one of my music teachers that was a well established blues-rock player and whilst he liked the quality is just wasn't something he'd ever like because its not a guitar tailored to him at all. And in saying that, I also play acoustic and I also have some more "traditional" styled instruments (if you could call an Explorer "traditional"), and I love those guitars to bits too. But in my experience they do a job that I need done. I've played some incredible Teles and Gretsch guitars (a highlight was a lime-green metallic Brian Setzer sig) that I loved to play and felt amazing, but I'd never buy one because it didn't do a job I needed it to do. I get the feeling Rusty is very much a "My guitars are tools to do what I need them to, and that means specificity" kind of player, and I'm the exact same with my playing. I also don't really want to play like Rusty, but a lot of skills as a technical metal player benefit from these specs. Also Perry Ormsby is a turbo chad and I've been following him since I was a kid as a fellow Aussie that went from a small custom shop to making some top-tier production-line gear

[@theeyeinsilence]

Natural maple looks so mismatched to that awesome paint. Should have done it throughout and just satinized the back of the neck.

[@SmilefortheJudge]

The headstock is upside down and hooks in because it’s from Australia and it flushes a different way there

[@TheRichie213]

Maybe for shredding on the lower fretboard, its good but how about playing a normal song on the first three frets?

[@andrefludd]

Not great for that lol

[@samseitz9937]

Video on Michael Manring? 👀

[@andrefludd]

I’m working on it 😀

[@Hyperlink1337]

it's good to see someone use a proper baritone tuning on a baritone guitar. it seems obvious, but it's rare on youtube

[@TheZooropaBaby]

you should interview Vaughn from Defeated Sanity, he teaches jazz (I think?) and he plays in very technical death metal in DS, its honestly insane. its mind blowing

[@andrefludd]

I’ll check him out thanks!

[@plecogod]

It wouldn't take much to completely destroy the top horn on that guitar. One decent bump and it's done. I love and collect pointy Metal guitars, and that is a disaster waiting to happen. Still a super cool guitar.

[@gfalconChannel]

This is your best video.

[@andrefludd]

Thank you! I’ve wanted to make this for a year