brutally honest review: Jackson and Kramer's Cheap V's.

this is a guitar review of the Jackson King V and the Kramer Nite-V that definitely includes no funny business, innuendos, swearing or adult jokes no sireeee
links to guitars: (affiliate links, genuinely supports me!)
jackson js32 v www.zzounds.com/a--3984780/it...
kramer nite v www.zzounds.com/a--3984780/it...
other gear i use:
d'addario EXL 130s www.zzounds.com/a--3984780/it...
dunlop .88 std www.zzounds.com/a--3984780/it...
Digitech Whammy DT www.zzounds.com/a--3984780/it...
Crybaby GCB95 wah www.zzounds.com/a--3984780/it...
SM57 www.zzounds.com/a--3984780/it...
zzounds homepage affiliate link www.zzounds.com/a--3984780
chapters stuff:
00:00 - ufo story
01:11 - Domination - Pantera solo
02:02 - thoughts on flying v's
02:54 - jackson js32 king v overview
04:09 - kramer nite v intro
04:20 - Power Metal - Pantera solo
05:11 - idk when nite v came out
05:35 - input jack location
06:22 - kramer nite v overview
06:40 - similarities between both guitars
07:03 - my verdict
07:21 - another way u can play the nite v
07:31 - where to buy

[@jccrazybros9661]

6:00 caught me so offguard Christ 😭🤣🤣

[@Item-9]

Same dude lol

[@thebloodychord]

Agreed . hahaha

[@moongloomable]

Haha me too.

[@necroriffmonger]

i was also caught off guard & LOLED so hard 🤣

[@RockNRoller66]

'Revenge Of The Cantaloupe Cutter - Part 1' - Not Yet Rated

[@aaronhiggs]

As a guy who plays flying V’s exclusively, it’s like driving a sports car every day BUT IT NEVER GETS OLD!

[@ProdBanks-el9nn]

Thank you!

[@IllusionaryFuneral]

Right there with you! I find V’s to be more comfortable to play than traditional shapes tbh.

[@obsidianmetalofficial717]

Yes! As an exclusive Flying V player, playing a superstrat or any other 'conventional' shaped guitar feels weird

[@Furiora]

Right there, as someone that used to play super strats for years but then switched to Vs and never looked back... until a tried an X for the first time (Jackson Kelly Star) and found it to be the best of both worlds. Still love my fleet of Jackson Vs though.

[@erikwagonblott3334]

Honestly once you get used to a V you kinda feel like a dork playing a strat or les Paul shaped guitar

[@brandonjackson5865]

This might be my favorite video of yours. I can relate to your sense of humor and I love the dry delivery. As always fantastic playing. Keep doing what you’re doing and I believe you have a bright future ahead so enjoy star gazing while you still can, before you begin to shine so bright you cause light pollution.

[@KaylaKent]

tyyy!

[@DeadEyeFoxx]

I totally agree 👍 This was hilarious! 🤣 It was so good I watched it three times! For the love of god, more of this please 🤘😎🔥

[@thecloofer1255]

The serenity of the Mario 64 submarine stage theme being so horrifyingly interrupted by "daddy" will haunt me forever. lol

[@paperbag1847]

i read this comment before getting to that part of the video and thought you were talking about the song by korn although that would have been just as jarring

[@thecloofer1255]

@@paperbag1847 Neither were a part of that 120 star journey. Hahaha

[@jessehutchings]

6:00 😭😭😭 YOU HAD TO DO THIS TO US

[@Chicken_Soup890]

I had to sit for the remainder of the video after that. I'm still looking for a Kramer to experiment with.

[@johnny2demax]

Sad.

[@5thgenZLE]

I'm confused if she is 19, 24, or 31. Her humor mixes like 3 generations.

[@komando8365]

Who cares?

[@mastathrash5609]

She just has a good sense of humor that is all that needs to be said

[@fermiticus4034]

1 generation spans 15 years....your examples span 12 years...aka, still just 1 generation!

[@spike007980]

Mastery of humor, transcends generations. Indulge in the humor, embrace it and enjoy it.

[@MrAndrews-ri9fx]

I'm more confused about whether her birth certificate says female or male

[@timmporary]

Every time you play a solo I run to the front yard and start yelling slow down while shaking my fist at the street

[@bear740able]

It’s great to see your confidence growing with the content in your videos. Was really funny to watch 😂🤘🏻❤️

[@Gonz216]

Dude, your video editing and production has grown in LEAPS in such a short time! I'm glad I was early, because this was your best yet. Great comedic timing and deadpan delivery! Keep 'em comin', Ms. Kent!

[@dawnjonsin9447]

So many great moments in this video. Loved the intro, actually made me lol. The 6 min mark was so hilariously unexpected😂. Love your honesty! Looking forward to more.

[@rafter_man]

Love the creativity you put into your videos

[@BuntySaha]

Dude your content is so interesting now, Laughed hard in many places. keep it up.

[@stevengoodman3498]

Great quick demo of these two guitars. Your playing is top notch as usual. Thank you!😊

[@Archetype123]

I bought a Kramer Disciple bass last month on a whim at my local music store. Looks, sounds, and plays amazingly well. The only real basis I had for Kramer quality vs budget came from this channel, and I'm super happy with it. Purple sparkly finish, ebony board, and a Duncan pickup for super cheap.

[@BootyCollins-gf5er]

bought one after I saw Phil McKnight rip on one in one of Kramer's videos. Niece piece of kit.

[@michaelmarchei8539]

Love your sense of humour. always get a good giggle and a great review... Keep up the good work 😇

[@Gothguitarist]

The fact that you went so in depth with this video and were able to put some humor in is why im happy i subbed the tones you have also and plays never disappoint! Rock on Kayla! Also i love the Nintendo music ^_^ now i need some wind waker music from zelda or twilight princess (or of course the older ones)

[@florian_thrash]

Was not expecting such a funny and entertaining video! I’m subscribing

[@icenic_wolf]

Ahahahaha, the old "can't play standing up" bit. 💀💀 I have always wondered why companies put stuff in that curve of the V, it defeats the whole purpose (besides, uh, being "V-shaped").

[@brandonjackson5865]

Not a fan of the old “taint” jack or strap buttons. Dunlop flush mount strap locks should be on every V shaped guitar I had a Dean Dave Mustaine V that had them.

[@nickx1754]

It's cool to see you growing as a content creator. It seems you becoming more comfortable on camera, adding in humor, Interesting cutaway scenes, etc and I like the gear review. Of course, I don't grow tired of you tearing up the fretboard either ; ) ...which reminds me, I need to knock out some trill exercises! : D

[@jasonrichardson8531]

Great someone giving honest reviews keep it up ❤

[@jeremypgiles]

Another awesome video. I have had a Nite-V for a year and a half now and love it. The Floyd is holding up all fine for me. But that deep recess for the Jackson is very cool.

[@raymondjames57]

Never seen your videos, or even thought of looking into any of this. This was great!

[@petepetrich7828]

Just discovered your channel through this video and I’m already hooked!! 😂😁 You are a riot!!

[@devindraper8511]

I dig this video. I've been playing Jacksons since the 90s but have something around from nearly every manufacturer I can think of. I've not tried the Kramer V yet. I am glad that Jackson finally moved the jack to the upper horn as for ages they were in the lower and annoying. I don't have a modern Kramer yet, mine are 84-85. My first nice guitar was a Randy Rhoads model. That Striker is on my list though. Keep up the videos!!

[@michaelthomas9991]

This is an awesome video! It’s safe to say that your fans trust you and your judgement. Thanks for doing this one Kayla!

[@Horrorfreak106]

Okay that Domination solo was like holy shit oh fuck oh damn

[@TheREALJosephTurner]

I so love your humor! I still wasn't past laughing at "this is the only V getting between your legs" when you dropped "Daddy?" I had to watch it again to make sure I didn't miss anything from laughing! You're a breath of fresh air in the world of KZbin guitar videos.

[@allendionnelastcall3749]

As a seasoned musician (nice way of saying old) I really enjoy your videos. I hope they encourage more younger people to pick up an instrument. It's an outlet that nothing can compare too.

[@botherangel]

Congrats on your new Jackson. The best starter kit for shredders. 🎉🎉🎉

[@Fruitydookies]

Fyeah I've been looking forward to some new content

[@kale_papi6131]

I love your humor! You just earned yourself a sub😂

[@VitorSantos-jm8tb]

😂 Your videos are getting better and better... keep it up

[@spiritofrocknroll]

I use a couple of flying V's, both of which are among my favorite guitars to use. I think it's not really so much a comfort thing (although one of my V's feels really good up high compared to the other) but, let's face it, it just screams rock n roll all over it. Which reminds me, I need to take them out for a spin!

[@TacTyger]

Actually interested. I got Kramer Striker and was thinking of adding a V

[@MattMunyon]

Great review and even better playing! I notice that Dimebag Darrell is a big influence of yours. Other than hours and hours of practice, what did you find helped best to learn those leads?

[@michael4591]

Nice playing and you made me LOL. Subbed!

[@dlmyrs]

Great review. Awesome intro!

[@honigdachs.]

Yeah, the location of the input jack on the Kramer is insane. No idea what they were thinking. You're basically forced to use an L-shaped cable if you're playing this thing sitting down. Other than that, I think the guitar actually feels good, both the shape of the wing cutaway as well as the neck. I got the fixed bridge version, which I prefer. I put the EMG Hetfields in it and now it's a pretty awesome axe.

[@thebloodychord]

Great playing as always!

[@MegalithicRiffage]

I’ve got a Jackson Scott Ian V hard tail. Really solid guitar sounds wicked but I agree I’m a little uncomfortable playing sat down and playing standing up means I’m always paranoid of chipping the edges

[@jug1415]

Got my first v back in January and it’s an ltd arrow, true is a 1000 series but still really comfy guitar as the out out jack is in a great place as well as the strap button

[@highgainguy]

one of your funniest vids imho - thanks! harmless looking kayla beats the hell out of the v's, great stuff!!!

[@earloverbay7580]

Girl you got some serious chops absolutely amazing now lmao that being said you already know this BUT! That intro with Gibson.... Bra. So many guitar and drum nerds just juiced over that one. Kudos girl I just subscribed to yo shit and can't wait to peep that content. NICE. All that aside I've always been a Jackson/ Charvelle..blah,blah,blah fan. Luv your videos

[@eamonahern7495]

I have the js32 randy rhoads with the licenced floyd. The issue I had was the thread in the B string saddle sheared during a restring so I had to source a spare from reverb in order to be able to lock the string in the bridge. I never had to touch the intonation until that happened. Other than that it's a great guitar for the price and I'm more careful changing strings. I reckon that king v must be the same quality. I totally agree with you on the jack placement on the kramer. I'd probably go with the Jackson out of those two anyway because it's what I'm used to. Great video 👍

[@user-py3cl5el4i]

I love my Mustaine angel of deth and my solar v, but after seeing you kick ass with that nite v, I’m gonna have to have one. Sounded REALLY GOOD. love the playing. Dime is my hero. You’ve got the sound down.

[@megatop412]

Loved the whole beginning, especially how your voice fades away as he's staring at the screen. A few years ago I got a really good deal on a used Jackson RR24 with the reverse headstock and Blackouts for pickups. Thing's in C standard and paired with a (correctly adjusted) Metal Zone it totally slays. I never thought I could love me a V but I enjoyed it so much I went and got a hard case for it. Also I would be remiss as a plane nerd if I didn't mention that Gibson would need to sue Northrop Grumman, maker of the B-2 and now B-21(as well as the old YB-49). Until, that is, they come out with a guitar that looks like the SR-71

[@IVEBEENTASKEDWITH]

Omg this is what a creative person looks like!!! Epic.. keep creating!!

[@NicolasScott896]

Thanks Kayla for the shredding! I was feeling kind meh but this review and jaming made my Day😊 Hilarious as well!😂 "Daddy?" LMFAO!!! Cheers 🍻 🛸 UFO's, Ace Ventura. Plus now Im browsing Zzounds looking at that Jackson.

[@user-hs1jj2xv3l]

I love those guitars... Seriously I almost bought the night V and ended up getting the js 32 rhoads... LOVE THIS THING... and like you were saying it's damn near perfect right out of the box... Literally ONE sharp fret at the 19th.. only 1 side of it and I only paid 350... Gonna put a pure tone in the output jack it'll help make it not come out these things are AMAZING if you've never heard of them it's only $10 and some soldering and your guitar will thank you

[@Scorpio77902]

My Absolute Favorite Video from you yet, and AWESOME Guitar Playing. I guarantee you Freaked everyone out at first with that totally REAL UFO. LMAO Great sounding guitar

[@thechris2477]

Sick video🤘I mainly play a solar v and the input jack is in a really good spot for sitting. The only issue that it has is that the strap button digs into my leg. Seems like you either have a problem with the jack or the strap button nowadays lol.

[@jayperez955]

You have to be my favorite review person , sexy , smart and a great sense of timing with your wit and blunt honesty , rock on 😊

[@TheRange7]

First time seeing your channel. You have an awesome personality and you made me laugh really hard. You play really well too. I'm an old foggie and Blues player. I love the look of all V shaped guitars, but for the life of me I could never get comfortable playing one. It sucks being old. LOL Cheers and thanks for the review

[@jakeportas1143]

1:22 that harmonic brought joy to my soul

[@DavidThull]

Your playing is amazing!! This is my first time seeing your channel... and i own 7 flying v's.

[@kg2890]

Nice, I have that exact Jackson, got it about 3 years ago, plays great.

[@anthonycastell9656]

Nice Johnson! Been playing through the combo version for 20 years.

[@firefox71]

LMAO, great video, Kayla. If you were still up here in the DF Dub I would definitely audition for your band.

[@everydayperson764]

Thought you were playing a dual v violin from the thumbnail. I think id go for the kramer. Good review 👍.

[@jayboy6895]

Hi Kayla. You got yourself a new fan thanks to Leon. I’ll be watching from now on. Love your playing. J 👌

[@eduardocarrillo5669]

Otra excelente review, muy imparcial y objetiva. Impresionante el recorrido del floyd rose 🤤

[@caseybaldwin4282]

I've got the Nite V and modded it so the jack is on the top bout with fender boat jack and a Floyd 1000 and EMG 57 n 66..and finished it in Silver burst myself .. Sweet Axe!

[@airdusterdowner3895]

6:00 is such a curveball cutaway holy shit. Great video funniest one yet.

[@aaronhiggs]

“Daddy?!”

[@wbgookin]

It's crazy how relaxed you look playing. I know that's supposed to be the key, but I have to concentrate on even the simple stuff that every muscle gets tensed up! :) Goals, goals, goals.

[@Angellus502]

Gotta relax to let everything flow and the fingers and picking hand naturaly kinda bounce. Play super slow and clean with correct picking/hammers/pulls until a riff becomes muscle memory, then speed it up. Practice 1 thing for a minute, then work on some other stuff and come back to it after 3-4 mins. Take lots of breaks. Practice 6 times a day for 10 mins is better than once for an hour grinding at something.

[@marko1843]

awesome job again miss kayla!!!🤘🤘🤘

[@dimehbonics9974]

KILLER COVER KAYLA!! GETCHAPULL!! 🤘🏻🤘🏻🔥🔥

[@Razrback]

Your playing inspires me you are killer keep it up

[@Guitarista78]

Makes sense you from Dallas and being a Dimebag fanatic. 🤘🤘

[@spiderfan1974]

Jackson King V's all the way for me. Recently got a budget shark fin V and I love it no buyers remorse what-so-ever.

[@halofansam2446]

Nice solo in the beginning, gotta love it

[@mr.crowley8540]

Would you like a Dean Dimebag Dixie Rebel guitar? I think it's a very cool guitar and would look good on you.

[@loufher284]

I love the look of flying V's...but that body shape is kinda tough. I do have a Warlock style body guitar that is pretty good. Don't know if you ever tried those out but I think those are rad.

[@charlespyle2470]

What is the back of the neck finish like on the Jackson? Is it an actual thicker satin clear hard finish, or a really thin barely there feel the wood grain kind of thing like a Squier affinity?

[@l0rd_breeigo-sama954]

Its funny. I was an absolute Explorer fanatic when i was 14-20 and now i like the Vs equally. Just both with how free they allow your right arm to be when playing

[@therightisright8276]

OMG, IM IN LOVE!! and the guitars are cool too...

[@aaronwillsie332]

This was the funniest and best review of a flying v that I've heard. And that's from a guy that plays tele style guitars almost exclusively. I gotta get a Kramer now... 🤦🏻‍♂️ Do they make those for dad rock? Yes, yes they do

[@kamdenhallson6909]

might be my new fave you tuber

[@ZMsoloman5000]

Have you ever tried the Jackson warrior? Star shaped guitar, similar price range

[@slayingwolf953]

I played a jackson in a guitar center once the neck was pretty good but it wasn't my style but they sound awesome

[@xvtaku]

lol great vid i remember mentioning this on the last comparison

[@davidsahlem3149]

Your guitar playing is legit🤘🤘

[@andersfrederiksen7202]

i own a jackson rhoads js32t with string through body construction it plays like a dream! i also really want a guitar with a floyd bridge that holds good tuning tho so i hope anyone have some good suggestions!

[@phillippitts6294]

I just played some vee’s at GC today. Mustaine Kramer, Epiphone Kirk Hammett and the Kramer like you have. The Dave was pretty good, the Epiphone felt ok . I’d buy a Ltd KH arrow instead. The black Kramer was ok too, not as resonant as I thought it would be.

[@Nicodareus]

Instantly earned a sub from me from the crazy chops you have let alone the choice of memes and jokes. 🤘 Stay metal queen. Also using Super Mario 64 music as a backing track is a cheat code for likes. Maybe throw some stickerbush symphony in there next time! 😜

[@neilhowellmusic]

Hilarious and informative!

[@SophiaAphrodite]

I only recently discovered you. Have you tested Harley Benton? I bought one of their 12 strings and it was a great acoustic. Was just curious if the electrics are as good a value as you can find their Vs as low as like $130 ( shipping is a bit since they come from the UK)

[@KaylaKent]

i have not

[@vchlky5567]

So im thinking of getting a kramer any high ends that you like between the 500-1000$ range that you think surpass other big brands?

[@shawnstrumb4607]

If wanna see the stars. I recommend mountains. I live in the blue ridge mountains of Virginia. Can see the full milky way from one horizon to the other. But thanks for this review. Been thinking of picking up a dinky for my lil bro. Def gonna go with the king here. Thank you. ❤ and definitely got dime smiling again with this one. Nailed it.

[@charlesb7831]

Kramer had another signature Flying V just a couple years ago that was really sweet, but it seems to have disappeared? They had it in a killer Red too!

[@andyhinds542]

You are an absolutely brilliant guitarist. I remember back in 1992 I bought a Jackson Randy Rhodes in London and it cost me £930. It had a brilliant neck and tone but due to its shape, it was very uncomfortable to play, so I bought an Ibanez S450. I wish I'd bought a Soloist first.

[@iksoknivek4056]

Oh how I would love a lefty... Affordable.... King V. I talked about my 32 in the last comment I made. Yesterday I put the 1996t left handed on it. Wow. What a difference that thing made. I'm waiting on a Gotoh locking nut and it'll be finished. I digress. I enjoy that your videos aren't 20 years long. Some reviews don't just cut the shit and tell it like it is. Thanks for that. Cheer and harmonics to you.

[@WhoDaF0ok1sThatGuy]

WAIT! When you brought up the Ace Ventura “You gun is digging into my hip” thing, I just noticed what was actually digging into his hip… (For those of you who watched Ace Ventura, you know what happens) How’d it take me so long to notice?

[@masaharumorimoto4761]

The frets on my JS32 Rhoads are buttery smooth, no cantaloupe cutter lol, also has that deep cavity :)

[@itsdezzire5461]

i love your comparison of the flying v to a sports car haha!! Ay what did i say though? Not all the jacksons have rough fret edges it has to be a manufacturing location issue

[@capitancoolo1]

6:01 I'm 💎💎💎 rn

[@MaximusAdonicus]

You are diamonds?! 👀 Would be a shame if someone would sell u to the highest bidder... 😏💰💰

[@paulschlachter4313]

Can you list the substances you took the night the V-shape incident occurred?

[@Zero_thehero]

Ok been practicing how to get those squealing harmonic noises what’s the volume/gain settings have a metal zone and a noise gate into Marshall mg hdfx high out put pickups I get them a little but not extreme like yours what are good settings

[@CryptToneMusic]

I wasn't into V's until I saw Blake Ibanez from Fugitive and Power Trip absolutely ripping on one and now I'm questioning whether i still want an explorer or a V more haha. Also love the Wii music in the background lol

[@K707OR30]

I have a MIJ DK2, one of the new US Virtuosos, the WR7, and the JS32 King V. Honestly the JS32 line is no joke, they’re an absolute steal at that price point.

[@ThrillingTwo]

Still want to try a V or Rhoads V one of these days.