Capt & Chappers Blindfold ESP Eclipse Challenge Of Doom & Intrigue

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[@leeanderton7100]

Glad you guys are enjoying this type of video - I'm sure amps & pedals will get included soon! Cheers, Lee

[@1sainteve146]

I'd be interested in a blind test of tube preamp gain vs pedal gain.

[@justinorprecio3094]

well, you mentioned you'll have an Ibanez blindfold challenge in the future. I will look forward to it as far as price range is concerned, I suppose you will more or less look at the following lines: 1. the GIO range - entry level; made in Indonesia 2. 'standard' - still Indonesian made; a good example is the RG that you featured in the cheap guitar shootout a few years back, the one with really good pickups according to chappers 3. premium - top of the line Indonesian made (still; hehe) 4. prestige - top of the line made in Japan not sure how to squeeze Chinese made Ibanez guitars in this blindfold challenge since it's rare these days. the only one I can think of is the red Fireman Paul Gilbert signature axe oh well, just sharing my thoughts. more power! =)

[@kiranevetts7868]

These videos are cool, but you should give chappers 2 of the same guitar/piece of equipment without telling him and see if he notices

[@TheMetalHeaD256]

hahahaha he probably won't notice. the ESP range especially is remarkably close together, as are some others... also every guitar is an individual to a noticeable level anyway. That'll confuse the crap out of him.

[@adrianmcallister8511]

We need a PRS blindfold test.

[@dylc413]

"it's so hard to play with a blindfold on!" *proceeds to shred like a god including pinch harmonics*

[@91Metalhead]

I love this format of video, looking forward to the Jackson one. I love me some jackson.

[@NinjaTuna81]

Jackson have some of the nicest necks in the business but they are all alder and basswood no mahogany guitars unless you go custom shop

[@91Metalhead]

NinjaTuna81 the necks on my Jacksons are Maple necks with Rosewood fingerboards. The Body is Alder though,

[@camwalker8528]

I don't like jackson necks to be honest. They are just too thin for me but not to say that they are bad quality it's just my personal taste.

[@metal.drummer5841]

NinjaTuna81 My $100 Dinky is mahogany bodied. I know cause I sanded a whole bunch of paint off it

[@JamesPery]

I agree with the first comment but not with a playable Jackson. A half fender body / half ibanez neck monstrosity transginger Jackson.

[@FlynnMcTaggart]

I can't wait for the blindfolded Jackson challenge.

[@ErikSWE]

All blindfold-tests have been awesome. Keep 'em coming!

[@RNAMusic]

I really like ESP/LTD guitars. Looking forward to bringing them on later this year!

[@joshua3113]

The quality of the LTD line coming out to shine in this video... Yes, I'm picking up an LTD this week. Lol.

[@RemmyRiffs]

joshua3113 It depends. The 1000 series are killer for the money but I wouldn't take anything below that. But then again I'm an ESP Japan guy so I'm a little spoiled in that sense.

[@101fng]

Riffin' Remmy I just picked up an ec1000 in lightly used condition for a steal of a price. It feels and plays excellent. I can't believe the level of quality and features for the money. Excellent value and it really blurs the line between low end ESP and high end LTD That said, even the lower end LTDs are a great value. I had a kh202 that played and sounded great for the money. The one major negative was the horrible quality of the licensed Floyd rose. After a few years it couldn't hold a string to save its life. But a set of 81s in it made it sound and play no different from the higher end LTD M shapes.

[@mokhan8832]

Im picking up a Esp Ltd ec1000 for 300 today. So excited

[@OfRiffAndMan]

@@101fng I have LTD EC-1000 and i gotta say it feels like really expensive guitar and sounds incredible. I just played Gibson standard and traditional in guitar store. I really think that mine LTD has better build quality. It just feels very solid.

[@bt6135]

Just got my Ltd GH-600. Thing is a beast. Didn’t think it would be worth a shit for clean playing because of the active EMG Gary Holt pickups. But the built in coil splitter really cleaned up the sound incredibly well and gave it an almost acoustic sound. I was shocked. Great freaking guitars. Even the entry level guitars are nice for beginners. Better than the Hondo les Paul copy I had back in the day. Although I wish I still had it. 😢 nice video.

[@skobedigatch207]

i like this format of video

[@harriswho]

Do a blind strings challenge cause these damn string manufacturing companies always make you feel biased with silly terms and names on their covers. But really, which strings play best, fastest, smoother, brighter, bendier? I'd love a Rob perspective on that.

[@Galeus708]

Rob is an endorsee of D'addario strings, and I suspect they might not be too happy with a video like that... Unless D'addario were to 'win' in the video, in which case a lot of people would claim that Rob is biased. It's a shame, because I'd like to see that video too.

[@FairlyUnknown]

I think that really comes down to personal preference. Some players like all 6 coated strings, others like 3 coated, 3 bare. Some bend easier than others and some stay tighter. All preference pretty much

[@harriswho]

makcheekan you are right on this one, never really thought of it in this way, but hey!...there is always Lee around and he might be up for it.

[@AmerFalandoPortugues]

I'm pretty sure Chappers made a video about different types of strings already, actually I think it was more about different size string guages. It's a video that doesn't have Captain in it. I think he uses an old green explorer in the video.

[@Iheartdgd]

Elixir are the best strings I have ever played and they last literally forever, they sound like brand new strings for months, but they’re also twice the price of other strings.

[@peterinfamilyguy]

Great duo indeed!

[@Preussenpenner]

EMGs and the Silverback sound surprisingly Awesome ! :D

[@DannyPeel]

Probably just the Silverback to be honest... what a beast of an amp.

[@gavinkujava6141]

Danny Peel Everything in the victory range is beastly!

[@FairlyUnknown]

Danny Peel EMG's sound great too.

[@FairlyUnknown]

***** So all of the tones in the video Rob had were bad I assume? And not all EMG's are active, but i'm sure you didn't know that.

[@SyncopatedFin]

***** What complete bullshit. You JUST HEARD those EMGs pull off some great sound, stop listening to what the internet tells you to think and use your own ears.

[@martijnkemperman7689]

You guys should get a predator mask. Together with rob's locks that would look great ! :)

[@Knighthousepainting]

Ohh how I would love to sit down and play guitar with Rob and the Captain

[@Knighthousepainting]

Have them play my repaired and refinished '93 Les Paul studio

[@ArielsSmartyPants]

Obviously Rob thinks the cheapest one sounded the best which leads me to say that pickups affect sound and matter more than any other aspect. Playability seems to be Korea is the big winner. Take that or leave it but I'm not going to pay more for a MIJ tag ever. Best blind test yet :)

[@ElCajondePepillo]

The wood in the cheap guitars are not so good, and that is what you are paying also. My friend have sanded some korean and chinese made guitars, and what you can find under all the paint, sometimes can be awful as hell!.

[@greekfreak1980]

Just watch some videos of Andy James,were he plays a Korean LTD EC-1000 Deluxe Series,I'm sure the guy can afford the ''real'' MIJ ESP's,instead he chooses the LTD's.My advice,get a LTD Deluxe Series,they have great quality of build/materials and the pickups/hardware are also excellent,hell the EC-1000 T(traditional) models come with full thickness mahagony bodies/ebony fretboards,not even the american Gibson Les/Paul's have these features anymore.

[@ElCajondePepillo]

Sorry but endorsement is a business, is not about how great a guitar is!. Matthias Jabs from Gibson to Cort, having owning both brands, I don't think Cort is a better instrument!.

[@greekfreak1980]

The Eternal Don't be fooled by the fact,that the LTD Deluxe series is made in Korea,these are not the cheapo Cort's,these are high quality instruments.Craftmanship is on par with MIJ,also electronics(most have EMG's or S.Duncans/DiMarzios like the MIJ's),only the woods aren't super-exotic and they don't have the expensive hardware,like the MIJ's.For example,compare the Rob Caggiano sig. models.There's a MIJ and a LTD Deluxe version.Difference:the MIJ,has a super-exotic Swamp-Ash body(this type of tree is now under protection and isn't allowed to be cut anymore),AAA top and Sperzel tuners.The LTD has a body made of normal Ash,normal top and ESP tuners.Pickups(DiMarzios),fretboard,frets etc. are the same.There are plenty of professional musicians who use LTD Deluxe Series on live gigs,because of their great playabillity and tuning stabillity.

[@ElCajondePepillo]

***** Sorry but I used to have 2 EC-1000 and those guitars are not even close to the 2 ESP Eclipses Standard that I have (talking about craftsmanship), and those ESP Standard are not even close to the real deal, my ESP MA CTM-QM (even the sound). For the record, I'm consider myself a fussy fault-finding because of my ex-quality control work. The LTD Deluxe series are good guitars, but not great guitars in my opinion. I prefer an instrument made in Indonesia (Spear for example), rather than one made in Korea. The prices of the Korean guitars are rising and the quality don't ( just the aesthetics), in the other hand the Indonesian guitars have a realistic price. I used to buy-sell guitars, so my opinion is according to that experience and my own policy of giving honest information to my customers . I understand and I'm aware that the people will defend what their pocket can afford, I've been in that position. What matters is whether you are happy with the guitar you have and that a good guitarist can make any guitar sounds great, even the cheapest one! :)

[@IGarrettI]

capt is such a cool dude

[@Allyinchains]

Anyone notice how Rob stopped playing when Lee turned on "handycam" and put his hand up to stop Rob from playing?

[@DarkenTheNight]

I own a lot of guitars (from ESP, PRS, Gibson, Fender) and the first guitar I ever bought, a LTD MH400NT is still my favorite. I've gotten so many compliments from other guitarist who have played it during sessions that it's an amazing guitar so I think it's just a testament to ESP and how well they make their products.

[@MikeB-ng3ol]

I bought a new EC1000 a few months ago, and is my favorite in my collection... absolutely amazing.

[@vr46nh69bs11]

I love this format!!! For someone who's says how hard it is to play blindfolded, ole chappers is pretty amazing!! Super fun idea and I love how both of you really get excited about it!! Also I think it shows us beginners out there that even $250 buys a decent guitar!! You don't really need $1000 plus but if ya got it to spend. . . . .?

[@Ryan_Perrin]

I feel the "Eclipse" feeling he got from the 401VB or whatever was rose wood fretboard.

[@filionka]

Love this segment! Goes to show that we buy with our eyes! Logically the most expensive guitar should always be best. Andertons Mythbusters!

[@ItsTime2Burn]

You're sat on different sides **Head explodes** :O

[@ryanguest7171]

No they're not, on most of Rob's videos he sits on that side.

[@Robertkelly_5150]

they always sit like that

[@theArchive1O]

Nice vid. Best neck/fretboard I have played on belonged to a pure stock ESP LTD EC-256

[@adrianojanssen9948]

anyone else noticed the all the animals in the vid? xD best thing was hearing chappers say how hard it is to play blindfolded and immediately after it he shreds this killer lick x3

[@luckyrocks1]

All these years later and still "I know you like a strap on" resonates! Haha!

[@johnathandk42134]

this dispels the emg myth, people claim that they make all guitars sound the same, but all three of those emg loaded guitars sounded different

[@Anton_the_Vampire]

I loved this! Would love to see Ibanez, Schecter and Jackson ones, if you ever do them!

[@lalidado]

This concept is actually really awesome. Gives more of an educated opinion without the bias of names. Someone who is as knowledgeable in the realm of guitaristry as Chappers and the Capt, (along with every other guest you guys have had) also leaves an impression on younger musicians. Teaches 'em that how much you spend isn't always a direct correlation to quality

[@carlchristopherson6105]

Rob, This isn't a reflection of your tactile or sensory abilities. This simply exemplifies ESP's quality consistency across product lines. I've owned several EC-1000's and several EC-400 series guitars and have found them to be genuinely excellent instruments. The Edwards instruments I've played are amazing, Navigator is out of this world good. ESP's entire product line is unparalleled. So, don't feel bad :)

[@JohnvanCapel]

I like this kind of video because it shows exactly what you're paying for in terms of playability, tone and feel - at some point you're not paying for fit and finish, but for the looks of the guitar or the name on the headstock.

[@rush2795]

I LIKE THIS FORMAT OF VIDEO

[@ironlama1]

In one of these challenges rob should be given the same guitar twice just to see if he realizes.

[@victorramsey5575]

I have the EC-401QM and YES it is a truly awesome machine. It actually shreds light years ahead of my Gibson LP Standard. NO BS!!

[@jeffhershberger2119]

I really like this format of video and have been looking at ESPs, which is how I came upon this one. Well done! It has actually made me lean more towards the 401 than the 1000, especially if I can find a Korean one.

[@blackjackmcgack]

Sweeps blindfolded... thats true muscle memory

[@jtfirst8031]

Did anybody else notice the rabbit edited onto the vox? And the dragon

[@ElTacoish]

I like this format of video. Thanks Rob and Cap.

[@sinlapse13]

I'd like to see on of these with explorers

[@RadioHikara]

Love these videos. Really shows how honest Chaptain are about their reviews.

[@murryw]

I like this format of video. Basically, you are attempting to demonstrate an honest comparison, and as a potential customer, I really appreciate that!

[@Fail7515]

OMG I just notice that there is an Iron Maiden mug on the floor. Ha ha. I have that mug. Love it.

[@Zrtx112]

This kind of videos, are the most interesting, and also funny . You two should make more of them ;) (Sorry for my english) Greetings from Poland

[@lorenzovalenzuela]

I like this format of video.

[@Taxman97]

Cap'n, I see you are modelling the t-shirt wot I have recently per-chased from fretshirt. I can see how wonderous it looks, just awaiting delivery, and I shall be introducing a whole new level of cool to the sud de France.

[@xXBASTIAXx2B]

i like this format of videos ! btw they all sounded awesome

[@87charless]

I like this format of video. I also think it is great that you're choosing to be fair about the whole thing. Now that the affordable PRS's are in full circulation, it would be great to see a shoot out!

[@lautarosoad]

4:43 pov: you're a comic book store clerk

[@guitarwiz2000]

I love these types of videos. They're unbiased and show a true representation of what the guitars sound, feel and play like. Great job, boys!!!

[@sergheirench7666]

"I know you like a strap-on..."

[@tobbson570]

this is one of the best guitars ever in my opinion

[@MrBroodjekaas]

I like this format of video. The bunnies are awesome too.

[@ROO2294]

After 11 minutes I finally noticed there was a rabbit sat on one of the amps.

[@DanLokar]

Hahah same. Did you see the dragon and unicorn? :P

[@JJYacco]

another dorje teaser at the end..... I like this format. It's fun watching Rob sweat it out

[@TheMetalHeaD256]

I can't wait for the Ibanez one.

[@SoheilusBlue]

Yes, more please! I really like this format!

[@throbberikk]

I like this format of video too! Glad Rob doesn't go off hardware and bases it purely on feel, playability and tone. Those passives in the 100 sounded great, personally preferred them to any of the EMG's in that test.

[@aldaiirpatakii]

Amp challenge would be awesome!

[@sigma5054]

ESP demo... thanks to you guys I now know more about these beauties! grateful❤

[@S.Grenier]

I did very much like this format of video ! I own an LTD EC-1000 myself, and having played the 401 quite a bit at a local store I can say they're not that far apart in terms of quality, and I did wonder myself if the 401 didn't sometimes feel nicer to play than my more expensive model. If you don't care too much about locking tuners and are on a tighter budget it's a nice value for the money.

[@flimbonimbo7259]

Yeah, it only lacks a few bells and whistles to make it slightly cheaper, but doesn't really sacrifice on quality and sound.

[@mcadamsrandy]

This just reafirm's my faith in Chappers and lee"s Honesty! No Lie's Just What they believe!!!!!

[@flyingmanforfun]

damnee sweeping ive havent seen u do that in ages

[@MatthewDRocks]

I have a EC200QM and I absolutely love that bitch

[@Music10161]

This is a perfect way to show that you should feel the guitar, not look at the price tag, when you buy.

[@Thomogon]

I had an Esp Ltd Ec-401 ones! AWESOME GUITAR!

[@whuatdy]

Well this just proves expensive guitars aren't always the one on top im terms of playing feel and sound. Great clip!

[@2NO0BSPLAYS]

BRAZIL LOVES YOU 2 !! BEST CHANNEL EVER FUNNY AND INFORMATIVE !!

[@Pusheadcic]

These are fantastic, guys! Cheers.

[@WholeLottaBulldog]

Love these vids fellas. Gold. Chappers you look like Predator in the mask with those dreads.

[@akshat2288]

I miss this intro. 💗

[@stevey1000]

i like this format of video..... and furthermore am thinking of now buying an eclipse.....

[@weskergeorge97]

That riff at 14:30, SOOOO GOOOOOOOD AAAAAHHH

[@Gr0ss3r]

get a ec-401, load it with the emg jh set and you are done. incredible guitar! you can use it for almost every kind of music.

[@sEaNoYeAh]

I liked this format of video Captain!

[@dejct]

This format of video, i am fond of.

[@MaskSwabe]

Rob you may have a darth vader mask on but you look more like the predator with those locks showing from the sides! ;) great vid as usual.. thanks

[@Silverheest]

Anyone else noticing the bunny sitting on the Vox amp at 9:30? Took me a minute before I saw it and I rofled so hard when I saw it, I love Rob's editing

[@Silverheest]

+Newkie YTPg hahaha nvm, there are unicorns and dragons too xD

[@NHR_Music]

+Newkie YTPg dude why are you talking to yourself

[@tdrake59]

I love your shootouts. Very helpful in choosing the right model on price / features etc...

[@bricebitner1392]

I LIKE THIS FORMAT. DO MORE PLEASE.

[@ArcadeAristocrat]

That bunny edit scared the shit of me.

[@najtrows]

I LOVE this format of a video!

[@stevend1100]

I enjoyed all of the blindfold challenges and looking forward to more.

[@SickPig99]

I really love these blindfold tests :D

[@martech360]

Great stuff guys...love the vids! Good info!

[@federicopineda9603]

Oh, that's a nice vintage footage

[@happytimecyanide9884]

if I had to choose between brands, I would choose esp over Gibson because esp makes better guitars when it comes to quality, material, and sound.

[@Andrew0472]

My favourite chappers vids :D please more

[@NeilTheKnifeGuy]

Bought the LTD EC1000 Deluxe Vintage black and it's easily one of the best I've owned. Its just a good guitar.

[@sousys]

I love this format of video!! more pliskthx

[@Asfaltimus]

Most interesting type of videos you do. Videos with guitars in center of attention are the best.

[@imaquis8368]

You should do a PRS, Jackson, Ibanez, Chapman, and Carvin blindfold test :) also I like the format of this video!

[@karlhenrikarendt]

Love blindfolded videos... they are fun :-)

[@bernardblood9447]

That's good to know .Just got a EC 401 and yes it felt great to me

[@MojoWitwicky]

"Want a dirty tone?" "Yeahhh, give me some filth" Lmao

[@hsfcomm]

Really enjoyable format. Actually this whole channel is incredibly fine to watch. Hope to see more challenges soon :)

[@felixsadie1721]

I like this format of video !! more more more

[@sunlightpictures8367]

Great test! I thoroughly enjoy your videos and humor. Keep up the good work.

[@eivindnyhus9181]

Man, I love Robs enthusiasm for guitars.

[@sagenev]

i like the format of these videos.

[@rocker1023]

I like this format of video

[@ShredderDrov]

These videos are awesome!