Checking Out A Relic Offset Style Guitar

[@johnbillson3767]

that truss rod adjustment in the fret looks so cool

[@agufish]

Yeah, these guitars are really fucking good lol

[@Sticky_Tea]

Yeah, imagine selling one..... 😜

[@BradColemanisHere]

Man I'm not sure I've ever heard this good of a review on your channel! You really love that thing! Good. It looks and sounds amazing. Enjoy.

[@narglefargle]

That thing sounds fantastic, and I love the shape. I think I'd prefer a non-relic one, though.

[@CA10Z]

Ditto on all counts.. I, like many, have heard Phillip McKnight play many guitars. This one IMHO sounds the best like no other.....

[@valiantguitars9029]

@@CA10Z That's a big compliment, thank you!

[@mkrj2576]

Great looking/sounding guitar. Would love to see a non-relic in a traditional burst color scheme.

[@Donald.W.Rissler-ARTS]

Duralumin is type of aluminum developed around WW1 for use in airships(Zepplins). It has a few extra elements such as chromium and copper added to increase strength and hardness; alongside being more expensive. The control plate is unlikely to be Duralumin, but it makes a nice bit of ad copy to help distinguish it from everyone else.

[@Positivonrg]

THAT WAS GREAT ! THANK YOU PHILLIP! ............LIGHT AND LOVE TO YOU ALL 😍😍😍😍

[@danparry834]

Great to see/hear the big pinch harmonic there!

[@richardpelland661]

It's a cool guitar for sure and it sounds great but my favorite part about all your vids is your playing. You can always tell which guitars you like the most by your expressions while you play and how much more you play it. The laugh at the end of this one tells everyone how much fun it was to play. Great stuff!

[@robertpurdy4452]

It's the first relic'd guitar I like for some reason. Perhaps it's the Cold War Duralumin, or perhaps it's just done right. Either way, it looks great and sounds amazing.

[@stephenshoihet2590]

Me too and it's probably because it looks naturally worn and not like someone dragged it up some concrete stairs and used it as a bat to knock rocks around.

[@starkickermusic2100]

Wow from the very first cord all the way through it all sounded amazing! Thanks for bringing a new brand to our attention Phil!!

[@HBSuccess]

Chord. Cords are what you plug in. 😂

[@starkickermusic2100]

@@HBSuccess lol! That's what happens when you let robots do your spelling! And what's funny is I went back to make sure it didn't spell Phil with an F!

[@suzannecoholic1467]

Phil! You're having way too much fun with that! It sounds great, and the look on your face says it's trying to be your #1.

[@tiagomedeiros13]

I’m already saving money to make a custom with them later this year 👌

[@Russell_Optics]

It has excellent hardware and electronics for sure, and I love when they take the time to roll the edges and make the neck comfortable because the "feel" of the neck is a huge factor when choosing a guitar for me. It would be a tough decision though to spend that kind of money on a new brand without having the chance to play it first. Returning the guitar for any reason would be expensive and time consuming if for any reason I didn't like it.

[@jamesquirk8656]

Yeah, that's a big dealbreaker for me unless they somehow make returns to Ukraine relatively hassle-free - which ain't happening in 2022.

[@valiantguitars9029]

@@joeking433 Just to let you know, we are not Russians, made in Ukraine.

[@ileutur6863]

@@joeking433 and you know all this without ever picking one up? Wow americans must be real smart people

[@ileutur6863]

Returning a piece of gear is honestly such a boomer move. Accept that its not for you, sell or trade it

[@aidantalbot9495]

@@ileutur6863 Us boomers aren't the returners, it's mostly the gen x and millenials who buy 5 different colours and send 4 back in my experience; we remember when shopping was a pain, and choice was limited, and you owned your mistakes - if you kept them 30 years then sure they eventually went up in £ but in real terms we still made a loss; but at least the stuff lasted 30 years not like now

[@RustyPryde]

Me: "Non-Fender surf guitar!? I'm in!" Me after seeing the price: "I am not the target demographic."

[@benachurch]

Hot damn that thing sounds incredible!!! Great video Phil!! And an epic guitar!!

[@BradRocker]

That OD put a big smile on your face. Sounds great too

[@michael.davides]

Wow, there are a lot of new and cool ideas on this thing. Cool.

[@pamelaarmstrong3612]

I’d love to try one of their guitars. They look and sound cool.

[@Tiburcio1950]

It sounds outstanding in all positions. By far the best sounding higher end guitar I've seen you review. I own a 65 Fender Jazzmaster and a Johnny Marr Jaguar and this guitar beats them both. Your facial expressions and body language clearly show you enjoyed. Thanks for the review.

[@valiantguitars9029]

Fender's Johnny Marr has BKPs as well, I am sure Mr.Marr knows a thing or two about sound in general. Thank you for your kind words!

[@dougdeforge2241]

Love my squire jagmaster. Offset body, 2 humbuckers , same controls.

[@guitarsickness7064]

Heavenly tones!!!

[@sunn_bass]

Great review. That guitar looks sweet. I had to check out their website to see their basses, and their basses look sweet. Thanks for keeping the community posted on new companies like this.

[@kirkscobey3031]

Me Likey!!!! Last year you asked for peoples pics for project guitars… are you going to do that anytime soon? I’ve got one waiting to be shown off!!! Great video and I’ve got enough would to try one of those!!! Beautiful and Thx for the cavity shot!

[@jcmoore5819]

Chris Robertson from Black Stone Cherry was playing one live at their home town shows. It sounded excellent live. Great looking guitar too.

[@BCarpenter2314]

I think @Agufish said he sold him the one he was sent to demo

[@valiantguitars9029]

I still cannot believe the whole story. Black Stone Cherry is one of my fav bands and Chris is perfect gentlemen and excellent guitar player.

[@stephanematis]

I noticed this when Dovydas reviewed a model they sent him last October : the luthiers that are behind Valiant appear to be the luthiers that were working for/(partners in?) Universum. Vadim and Dima (short for Dimitri) Gavrilenko If they left, bravo for starting over.

[@valiantguitars9029]

Correct, same 2 brothers, they were really disappointed with whole business after Universum, Universum was a big disappointment to all, first "serious" Ukrainian brand and all, what owner of Universum did not understand, that you should respect the guy who is actually making your guitars with his own hands, my luthiers are full partners, that would be stupid to ignore their opinion and sabotage relationships within the company, just because I do not like this or that color, or something along those lines...so, yeah, thank you for your comment, and support of the channel!

[@stephanematis]

@@valiantguitars9029 I am very glad to hear it! Talented people should be cherished.

[@leemcmann4467]

Wow, great video and a beautiful guitar! Can really feel how much you enjoyed playing it. I've been looking at a few offset style guitars. Now I have another option to consider. Thanks

[@valiantguitars9029]

Appreciate your postivity, thanks to Phil for a great and emotional review.

[@TheShinyShow]

Very cool guitar with enough uniqueness to warrant it. Love that they're using European alder and European pickups for a European guitar.

[@Kevzilla100]

Saving up for a Squier J Mascis Jazzmaster myself, but I enjoy reviews of guitars at all price points.

[@jmcomeau1164]

Oh man, finally! I've been looking at that guitar in your podcasts for weeks and wondering about it. Great video! Edit: finished watching the video. Dammit, now I want one. Absolutely gorgeous and beastly tone.

[@joshuataft5541]

That's awesome looking .I'd love to try one .love the relic look. Man. 👍

[@IrishBog]

Love the wear relicing on the top

[@ernieb3626]

Wow thanks Phil. I have seen these around and have wondered if they were as good as they claim. sounds great and great review. you answered all my questions, God Bless the KYG

[@mickeyhunkin5625]

Awesome tone.

[@vinman048]

Awesome review of what appears to be a great guitar. It’s always nice to see a new company doing things right.

[@Tatted-ne7tu]

Wow, sounds really good.

[@raytorvalds3699]

Loving those Valiant guitars ! I think they are really cool !

[@DANWRIGHTITIS]

HAPPY JANUARY Phil. At least the Crappy Tunes are over!! I just rewired my EVH Wolfgang STD to the JOHN5 spec with new CTS bits. Maybe still needs a KILLSWITCH or Split ;) I also just realized that it is an Off-Set.... Does this mean I don´t need to buy a JAZZMASTER now?? BUMMER!!!! Thanks for all the ReWire vids. Cheers from Madrid

[@shawnbbbross9439]

nice review Phil - ty

[@BaldPerspective]

That things sounds impeccable; I also hope Igor, all the other employees, & their families are doing okay.

[@rockdaddy2168]

You seem to keep finding very interesting content. Great video, thanks.

[@jralanmorgan]

Thank you! I've asked like 15 times what guitar that is!

[@Bagledog5000]

"Duralumin was developed by the German metallurgist Alfred Wilm at Dürener Metallwerke AG. In 1903, Wilm discovered that after quenching, an aluminium alloy containing 4% copper would slowly harden when left at room temperature for several days. Further improvements led to the introduction of duralumin in 1909." (Wikipedia)

[@johndodson4527]

Nice tone!

[@atin8996]

What is that ascending lick you keep playing? It sounds so good. But too fast for me to quite capture how to play it. 🤣 these guitars look and sound fantastic btw, the jag style has been catching my eye.

[@mancub1589]

Thanks Phil for the review of a nice one. Beyond my budget so I am really glad you showed us a high end guitar. My Finder strat is jealous of that thing.

[@valiantguitars9029]

Hey, thank you for your kind words! Just to let you know, I do own a Fender Strat, Mexican one, great guitar, worth every penny. I want to actually support your Fender Strat so it won't feel that way, I love Strats🙂

[@BrentAdams]

Overall... that seems like a great guitar. (I'm no fan of relic'd guitars...and the headstock seems larger that what I'd prefer). Thanks for the demo, and tone samples. Ya gotta love a sweet playing guitar! ...especially when it also sounds great!

[@bobkrause0103]

Nice video, as always my friend

[@garycrouse1918]

Nice ... both guitar and your chops combined !

[@personaljesus9148]

hello, are you planning on checking out the player plus made by fender??? NIce video btw

[@wesleymorris1]

What I'm wondering is why should I buy one of these over a silver sky or a fender American for that price. I think there missing the market just alittle, I would do 1500, but anything over 2grand is a big investment. Not saying there guitar aren't killer, but if I'm spending 2000 I'm going for a silver sky, or a custom 24, just my opinion, I prefer alder guitar, there always Brite and snappy. But I also prefer single coils, seeing I mostly play hellbilly type music. I would have to try one to buy it.

[@jmartinez120]

I get Peavey vibe from the headstock... always wanted one of their T Series guitars. Guitar sounds crisp Phil!!

[@robertbrandner]

Its not often to see Phil that excited.

[@raulvillanada9352]

It’s cool my brother man!

[@rijosigns]

interesting guitar i could get down with that sounds good.

[@robertclarkguitar]

Sound is full I love it.

[@grberendzenproductions312]

Being a bass player, I'm more a $79-$99 dollar 6 string guy, but that guitar seems sweet. The problem is, most guys wanting to spend that kind of money on a guitar are going to want to put it into something that they're sure they can get their money back out of if they need to. I think it'll take a while for them to build market confidence. Hopefully they can withstand the slow build-up time while continuing to make really nice guitars. If, due to lack of funds, their quality wanes, then their market will drop and they are doomed.

[@ChrisEck13]

I think you're right on. I commented something similar. I know I can get my money back or more for my Gibsons but there's not $2500 on the used market for a made in the Ukraine guitar that no one has heard of is a tough sell and I think you'd be lucky to get half that.

[@kimball7878]

Rick Nielson of Cheep Trix just bought a 1959 Les Paul standard for $215,000.00. Sorry I posted here I just saw it on the Mecham's auction.

[@mancub1589]

I saw that as well as the KZbin video reviewing is guitar collection - over 250 guitars in cases in his basement.

[@BrandonOutside]

Looks pretty badass!

[@richardpierce7819]

I would like to hear your thoughts on Gowen guitars that are built in the UK. The builders daughter is also a guitarist and she uses some of these guitars on her u tube channel

[@brrblack497]

Sweet looking

[@illion53]

It's kind of funny, but I had a "Valiant" in the mid 60's. Probably not the same company but it was a cool memory.

[@ClaySmith]

The smile on your face. That's what it's about.

[@judih.8754]

Great review Philip. Not a fan of relics but that's beautiful.

[@MrEric622]

Isn't Duralumin aircraft-grade aluminum alloy?

[@jimaronson2323]

That guitar sounded great on everything you did. I'm not a fan of relic guitars, but it looked good too. But the sound was very good.

[@guitarhiker4449]

I love the look of this guitar! jazzmaster, reverse firebird style body. Love the color choices. That antique sunburst with the relic looks very nice! Brass like saddles are a nice touch, but for the cost they should be brass! The handshake comfort carve near the neck plate is very similar to the esp ltd te-202 tele guitars. Chrome or nickle covered humbuckers makes everything pop. Love bareknuckle pu's! The headstock is ok. Nothings better than a fender headstock anyways so cant fault them for that. Neck relic looks good too and unique choice of fretboard inlay. At first glance i think the price is a little high for this guitar but... If your looking for something different than a fender custom shop its not a bad way to go. Just saying so far i see a $1,500-$1,700 guitar not $2,500. You can tell this maker has been around the block though. All guitar friendly choices through and through.! I would buy one of these in a heartbeat if the price comes down a little! Totally my style! Great review Phil! Awesome geetar! Rock on!!

[@monstroguitars4550]

Guitar sounds awesome. Would like to feel how it plays one day.

[@monmixer]

that thing looks heavy as hell. the back end of that guitar is massive. Id the Louisiana Ol House?

[@peterwilson8039]

I have always hated the way that on older maple-fretboard Fenders, moisture would get under the finish on the fretboard and turn the wood black. I wouldn't choose that feature on my guitar.

[@Oilid]

Solid guitar.

[@jray5363]

YEP! She do sound good! And the look on your face when you play it speaks volumes.

[@timothypotter2137]

Cool gui tar! Even if I'm not a relic fan...

[@PhillipMcKnight]

Hi Tim, thank you for commenting and supporting the channel

[@BrianSGuitars]

Other than the pickup configuration it's very reminiscent of my Fano JM6!

[@MrPeter924]

Very good music. Great playing guitar. 👍

[@kootenaystringworks1765]

Weren't you going to release a Silver Sky SE video as soon as the guitar was announced?

[@PhillipMcKnight]

It's on the 11th.

[@kootenaystringworks1765]

@@PhillipMcKnight can't wait!!

[@guitarz]

I love it!

[@JohnnyGuitaristOfficial]

Hey Phil, nice looking Valiant Guitar! 👍🏻🎸🎶

[@TheMerc1950]

Been a while since I've seen Phil smitten with a guitar!

[@BCarpenter2314]

Those Bare Knuckle pickups sound fantastic!

[@evertthebassist]

Man i want the tnt 5 real real bad!

[@jefflemieux8890]

Hey Phil, I have one coming in the next week or two… I got a non relic of the one you’re playing!! How can I send you some pics or a video of the unboxing??

[@PhillipMcKnight]

Hi Jeff. You can send to [e-mail]

[@jefflemieux8890]

@@PhillipMcKnight awesome, will do!!!

[@SpecialReserve]

A guitar only it's mother would like. But the sound is spectacular.

[@leoz96]

Looks awesome

[@dragan4658]

Some nice noise coming from that guitar, and at $2500 so it should. It will be nice to see what they come up with in teles and strats. Thanks for sharing!

[@valiantguitars9029]

Oh, we do not do Teles, but we do have Strat-style instruments, we call em Soothsayer.

[@deepakchoke-ya2560]

I have a Fender Jazzmaster and hate that you have to have it set up all the time the more you play it because of that wacky bridge. If I could turn back time I would’ve picked something more like this for sure since mine is a 60’s model and is in the same price range as this.

[@peterschattmann8298]

Interesting guitar, thanks Phil. Can I request you review the Gibson Tribute line? They seem like a good value for an American made guitar. Thanks.

[@TheJuggernautv2]

I liked the look , but the sound was amazing!

[@tonyalto1014]

So, are you keeping it?

[@synthvault]

I got excited because I thought this said checking out a Valenti guitar. Phil please do a Valenti video!

[@ChrisSkinner1]

I’m sure people are gonna hate on the relic look. But for those who like it (like me), that’s a sweet guitar.

[@fortyseven1832]

Damn that thing is HUGE!...Oh never mind.

[@dixee6498]

I could care less about the Valiant. I came here to give Phil a thumbs up.

[@viperocco]

Series attention detail on that guitar.

[@OnBendedKneeMusic]

Fantastic guitar! Only thing is, at 2500 bucks, its a bit pricey for a new, untested brand... either that, or I'm spoiled by the inexpensive, high quality guitars out there!

[@ChrisEck13]

It looks great and I'd love to have one but I don't think I could ever spend $2500 on a made in Ukraine guitar that no one's ever heard of. This is about the same price of a Les Paul Standard and I know they're completely different guitars but $2500 is a lot of money. If times got tough and I that to sell some guitars, I know I could get as much, or more, from my Gibsons as what I paid for it. I think it would be hard to sell a guitar like this for even half price on the used market. I'm not saying it's not worth the money but $2500 for a made in the Ukraine guitar that no one has heard of is a tough sell.

[@jeromepeters9842]

The 12 fret inlay drives me nuts….other than that it looks nice

[@MrTraewilliams]

They need rosewood fretboards and dot inlays

[@willgo7898]

Sounds ... good. Looks ... kinda unremarkable. I like relics, especially over their thick polyurethane counterparts, but relics that have that dusky/grimey look - I don't find appealing. The head stock ... meh. Resale ... a problem. In the hand my reactions might be way different. I will check out their website. Appreciate the review.

[@davidmbas]

Is this Valiant the same guy that sent some Slick guitars to give away????

[@valiantguitars9029]

No!

[@nizodizo9549]

So it sounds like a Fender?