The GREATEST Pickup Ever Made? | Friday Fretworks

[@jochem420]

Chris Buck is easily one of the best soloists Ive ever seen

[@lukeraddonjackson6409]

I’ve seen lots of superb guitarists on Norm’s videos, but Chris is absolutely up there in the best performances 🤘🏻

[@Dartheomus]

No doubt!

[@wilkowilkins363]

Gotta get the other otherworldly guitarist .. Mr Lemmo and Chris to work together... ohhh yes

[@gerrielubbe3968]

You are all human worshippers. Help them if you can Chris.

[@soulagent79]

"The Who - Live At Leeds" is what got me into P90s.

[@Crussman499]

And The Increasingly Poor Decisions of Todd Margaret.

[@outtolunch88]

They bought my 72 HiWatt alive.

[@mikeellis9720]

That backslap echo off the far wall on Magic Bus had me since Day One. Amazing!

[@Riverdeepnwide]

Yup. Pete's 90s. 😄 Leslie West blew my mind too, I heard these huge sounds and then here's this itty-bitty LP Jr single P90 dwarfed by a giant of a man the poor wee thing just screamin'. It was very clear that the Junior was completely up to the task. And then dear Danny Kirwin's P90 Gold Top in his lovin' hands. Man we're so lucky.

[@mikeellis9720]

@@Riverdeepnwide I'm a big Leslie West fan. I was just starting to play when Mississippi Queen came out!

[@jaycollins9244]

This guys sound not only comes from his fingers, he doesn't use nails. It is strictly the tips of his fingers flesh that roll off the strings giving him that unheard of beautiful tone. As a fingerstyle guitarist myself for 50 years, I have struggled to get this tone because even though I keep my nails short, the string comes off my nails making it brighter. There are no words to describe Chris Buck's talent!

[@dwaynewojtysiak2815]

I'd have to say Chris I'm 55 years old and I'm just learning how to play because I ditched it when I was 18 I don't want to be a quitter so I'm starting back up and it's very hard and you make it look beautiful brother I don't know if it's the p90s or if it's you you are awesome thank you.

[@allosaurusfragilis7782]

Yh, it's him....

[@johnmanning6572]

I think it's both.

[@ikigai47]

Did you quit again? 😁

[@Mark_B585]

Hey this is absolutely fantastic keep going

[@taylor12elementvb]

Wow! Anyone else totally mesmerized by Chris' right hand work in this vid. He is one exceptional guitarist. Thanks Chris for sharing. Big thumbs up from Canada.

[@hijmestoffels5171]

Totally!

[@doghawkhunter]

2000: I want to play like Stevie Ray Vaughan 2010: I want to play like Mark Knopfler 2020: I want to play like Chris Buck

[@larrybethune3909]

You know what, there's some left hand stuff going on there in CB's that is truly mega! Being a geezer I might just add Carlos Rios or Larry Carlton to the list.

[@axelrad5624]

Like for the Mark Knopfler mention

[@badgrammar8989]

...Ian Thornly should be here somewhere...

[@frankstephenson1746]

SRV was just getting started Same with Hendrix These new guys are already off pace…

[@peekaboo4390]

@@badgrammar8989 Yes indeed and Ian Thornley has a great set of pipes to go along with amazing playing.

[@DevadipEric]

I read a lot of comments of people converted to P90, but don't forget that it is Chris who's playing, and whatever the guitar he's playing on, it always sound magic ! And in addition to his skills, the amp is also so important ...

[@adamrae6579]

Revstars are incredible, I have a dark green one with P90s and it just sings! It's so comfortable to play and reacts well to any amp

[@3cardmonty602]

P90’s are my favorite pickup. They’re raspy, yet delicate. They’re rubbery, yet the clarity is unparalleled. They’re so versatile.

[@wolfganghumboldt4830]

When I saw the thumbnail, I thought this was a Five Watt World video lol

[@wesleybecker834]

Exactly! When Chris came up I was like "wtf is he doing here?" hahahahaha

[@nicolaserafini6590]

Lol same

[@jochem420]

Those pick swaps are really the smoothest thing ive ever seen

[@TorToroPorco]

Nevermind the pickups, I’d be happy if I could play with 25% of Chris’s ability.

[@kingcal53]

I'd take 2%, TBH.

[@mikegifford4725]

Amen.

[@DMSProduktions]

@Piano But YES, a piano WOULD say that! ;oP

[@DMSProduktions]

So say we all!

[@bryceshuster6767]

You have no idea how many times I've replayed your Black Pumas Colours jam.

[@MattH-wg7ou]

Dude that solo on the Goldtop LP was superb. All of them, but I really liked that one.

[@tchiksguitars]

Underated is the first word that comes to mind when I think about the Revstar! Awesome video !

[@Jackmc2112]

I’ll double dip in the comments to say that I thoroughly enjoy this channel. The angle of the shot of your playing is spectacular.

[@steveroberts]

You are truely one of the very best on KZbin. If not the best. Well done Chris

[@deanxxi]

That's the kind of jammin' that needs to be heard, what ears are for

[@chudaran]

4:58 a zoolander reference in 2020. Chris Buck is truly ahead of our time. Great video btw

[@elliothewitt9156]

Oh man, that intro jam! Your playing's off the hook 😍

[@TavisAllen]

This is directed at Chris, but certainly anyone is most welcome to chime in. Have you ever played the Yamaha RGX A2? It has a set of soapbar-sized mini humbuckers. They are lower in output, likely in the same range as P-90s. This guitar, and the equivalent bass, was Yamaha's experiment with making a lightweight, yet resonant body, which I feel they succeeded in doing. I enjoy playing it, but unfortunately haven't been able to compare it with other guitars.

[@oldmanzen6682]

We are so fortunate to have you making these videos for us. Great, entertaining, and educational content with killer licks. Thanks.

[@MarkGardner66Bonnie]

I cannot get the smile off my face as I watch and listen to your playing... thank you Sir!

[@Josedelmar1234]

10:26 insane lick, you are so good playing bro, love your style and reviews

[@DavidDiMuzio]

Only a matter of time till people are asking the question "...is Chris Buck the greatest guitar player ever made?"

[@333daveh5]

David DiMuzio - in terms of feel and phrasing he’s up there with the best of them. On par with Jeff Beck I’d say. Could listen to him all day.

[@mikeellis9720]

One of my favorites! Guy is dang good!

[@williamkerr3350]

The best player in the room is the one with the biggest smile on there face.

[@333daveh5]

Johnny Crustacean - remind me ......how do you spell bollocks?

[@BeefNEggs057]

Johnny Crustacean Whenever I see a critical comment like this I tend to go see the virtuosity on their page and it’s usually as empty as a room starring a feminist democrat comedian. I wasn’t disappointed.

[@rylieriley]

I fell in love with P90s the very first time I played a guitar that was equipped with them. The things that pickup can do are both heavenly and ungodly. It can play the sweetest, smoothest jazz or the nastiest, raunchiest rock and roll. It's the perfect pickup for me.

[@bewusstsein3527]

oh my.. i love humbucker but accidentally i acquired gibson classic with p90.. wow..

[@chaz__]

Fantastic video. Still blows me away how good that 55' Goldtop sounds. Really big sound but crystal clear.

[@philtron1969]

Man, you playing is all sweet. But, your right-hand action is just amazing. Really emotional.

[@michaelbrooks5178]

LOVE that Norm's clip. It's where I discovered you first!

[@64puma64]

After I die I want to come back as Chris Buck’s guitar. I guess I should bring this up with my therapist.

[@LennyJohnson5]

😂🎸 👍

[@scottgallagherguitar]

would you have a humbucker?

[@nevillecragg9066]

I’ve played for about 10 years, and only found “my sound” once I picked up a P90 shod PRS. Have three P90 guitars now and always enjoy the tones out of them. True Magic

[@hearpalhere]

Clicked on the video because of the beautiful Yamaha in the thumbnail... stayed for the insanely tasteful licks :-) Awesome video Chris! I sadly don't have a guitar with a P90 yet but it's in the plan to change out one of the pickups in one of my guitars in the near future.

[@Jonathan-L]

'Chris Buck' sounds like a great name for a fashion brand that sells denim jackets. The tone oozes out of the sleeves! :)

[@ToddTheJoker]

I love P90's, I recently purchased a Epiphone Les Paul Special LTD in tv yellow(had to add that since that color is bad-ass) with bolt-on neck and the P90 pickups are so great. They really are able to express your playing so easily with incredible tone. Also great Zoolander reference..props for that!!!!

[@iconoclastKM]

I bought mine at around the same time as your post, in TV-Yellow LTD... probably the exact same promotion. I'm very glad that I did..!

[@longman1305]

Couldn’t agree more with your comments on the P90s! And that 1955 Les Paul gives me goosebumps...😃 Your playing makes it really shine, thank you for that 👍

[@letterli]

So good to see: the next generation is already born! :-) Chris Buck is THAT great!!!

[@PeeJay57]

Such a great communicator...guitar and vocal!

[@joxidearmageddonator882]

your picking hand technique at 8:19 is insane, nice work

[@riffcodger]

Agreed. I'm playing the recent line Gibson L.P. Special And the P90's are sweet as a bee's nose. Top playing Buckmaster

[@angusorvid8840]

In my early days of guitar playing I was astounded when I first played a P90. But it wasn't till recently that I started using them. I love them. There is nothing like a P90. The power of a humbucker and the snap and punch of a single coil.

[@billkeaveney1526]

That opening playing was just gorgeous thanks Chris 👏

[@sirpatrickofgoober6603]

Every time, E V E R Y time, at some point during your playing I think "Man, that's class".

[@b.rodclark7349]

My P90 introduction in my 70s childhood was Freddy King's goldtop '55 Les Paul, Grant Green's ES-330 and George Thorogood's ES-125s among other blues, jazz and rock guitarists. I recently ordered a Bootstrap Screwdriver neck pickup to fatten up my Tele anticipating P90 territory for the first time and the experience will be so hellova and i know it!

[@rangerrog]

My all time fav pickup, hands down, and has been since my Les Paul Jr i got as a teen 1968. Then next an SG rewired by Chip Todd himself. Rewound P90s that were the best I ever heard or played. Such character, bite and balls...

[@anmolatwal]

Man, Buck and evans tracks are so so good but the rush i get listening to slow train is unparalleled. Cheers mate!!

[@ThomasOnGuitar]

I think many guitar players get the AHA experience with p90`s. I had mine recently, been playing for 25 years, but never really cared for anything other than Buckers and regular singlecoils. I bought my first p90 guitar and was blown away!! Great stuff Chris! Cheers.

[@markvergoossen7882]

Spot on!!! In everything Chris!! Just a matter of time and you will get bigger and bigger!! I'm not lying if I say that I listened so much to your colours cover,, every single note is spot on and seems to tell a story! P 90's are the best middelground between humbucker and single coil but soul and commitment will take it to next level like you did!! You inspired me to work with the Gamechanger Sustain pedal in combonation with a Arion Stereo Chorus and A Darellectro Echo played through a Strat and a Fender Machete and a Loop pedal,, posted that on my KZbin channel,,, but I have to thank you for the inspiration!!!! 🙏

[@NedJeffery]

You have the best lead feel of any guitarist on KZbin.

[@kylecravens8052]

This may be my favorite episode yet of my favorite guitar digest - you and the P 90 make a very good pair!

[@joshuamirabal8405]

Also P90’s work so beautifully for your style. I used to think David Gilmour and Eric Johnson were the epitome of great lead tone that sounded very vocal like but you blow them away Chris. I always love to hear you play. It’s a treat.

[@fullclipaudio]

I recently got myself a Gibson SG Classic for the P90's and I really love them. You are absolutely correct in that is has more balls than a single coil but very chimey. Great video!

[@AxCYeR]

6:50 such unique and great playing, you certainly have your own style indeed

[@tunnel7]

His playing is just amazing wish you every success Chris your as good as I have seen in 50yrs of loving guitarists and I have had the best years listening and watching them but your well up there. Thanks

[@Splattle101]

Great playing as per usual. I too am a P-90 convert.

[@ginglegangle]

Never played a guitar with P90's but after watching this video Chris you've got me lusting after a set. Or at least checking out an axe with some fitted. Great video again by the way.

[@Steven_SK]

Top shelf from start to finish! I love me some P90....

[@dancrowe7860]

As a home player, I find that P90s just kill it. Such bite and tone, and very little noise (due to lower volumes and relatively clean home power). P90s can give you "that" tone without the need to crank things. If you've not tried a P90 guitar, try the Indonesian-made Revstars. They're amazingly flexible, and the P90s are pedal-friendly.

[@oldskipper1394]

Just recently got myself an Agile 2800DC. the fact that it had P-90's is what drew me to it. They really are unique in their combination of bite and clarity. Really looking forward to the shootout vid!

[@Deliquescentinsight]

Yes, I also love the P90, something big and rich about them, nice video Chris

[@thomascantasano7816]

Please review Fishman P90's. Great vid!

[@fow8780]

0:35 This lick is just so good!!

[@malditoscheewakas3701]

Heey Chris! I was in that Gig in Spain :-) Azkena Rock Festival in Vitoria. It was AMAZING! Come back to Spain!!!

[@uberjava]

Your timing is superb.. I just purchased a P90 fitted PRS gold top earlier today!

[@mikeellis9720]

Hugh Lucky!!! Great!

[@uberjava]

@@mikeellis9720 eBay mugging!.. Classic case of someone marking the auction as 'collection only' and them living in Kent. Turns out I was the only bidder.. whoop!

[@mikeellis9720]

I'm envious. I wouldn't be able to put it down! Best Wishes from Texas! Play some Blues!

[@NudnikShpilkus]

Love lower-output P90s! Got a few Fralin hum-free ones in a PRS, with the 5% underwound at the neck, stock wind at the bridge, and an "AlNiCo" in the middle (more or less their take on the "staple" P90 used in some '50s Les Pauls in the neck spot) to get the clearer and more dynamic highs and some little bit of the Strat-y "quack" in the notch positions....

[@kcmccloskey]

"experience will probably . . . resonate" I see you, playa. Nicely done.

[@kcmccloskey]

also, the guitarist in my band has a Tele Jr. with P90s (I think he has Fralin P90s in it now), and it is my favorite of his guitars - including the 335 and the Pre CBS Strat (I know!)

[@dragan4658]

I've watched many of Chris's videos, all which are supurb, this is the one however, that prompted me to hit the sub button. I'm patiently waiting to get a Revstar of my own soon, love the guitar!

[@emdblues]

Dragane did you get that Revstar yet? :D

[@dragan4658]

@@emdblues nope. Back ordered. No eta available as of yet.

[@timothyjohnson9739]

I just got my guitar back from having the Tyson Lo-Wind 50's installed. I bought paper/oil caps from Russia (as well as orange drops). OMG!!! Thanks so much Chris, for recommending these pups!!! I had a chance to A/B them from the Roswells that came with my guitar, and the increase in both volume and dynamic range is absolutely astounding! Well worth the investment, and I have you to thank for it! Best of Luck to you always, and thanks for all you do for us mere mortals!

[@kaschbowman]

One of absolute favorite players. Basically the perfect pickup is whatever Chris Buck is playing the time but the P90 really suits his amazing style and nuance.

[@thomasbrady8056]

I bought my Yamaha RS502 because of your recommendation and I absolutely love it 7 months on

[@tswrench]

Hey, Chris, when you're good enough to rile up the 'my guitarist can beat up your guitarist' brigade, and set them to squawking, that is one measure of ability. For me, you're playing is astonishing on so many levels, not the least of which is the stunning rate at which you are still improving. There is talent, and then there's gifted talent--I think you're the latter, and that is a very rare and special quality. It's thrilling to see someone with your ability ignite and liftoff. You will inspire many, many players and music fans alike. All the best to you, brother. Okay, back to P-90s--let's do it.

[@gabecicale1860]

I've always loved the P90s. My first electric guitar was a 1959 Les Paul that had them. That was in 1964. Then in 1971 I got an Epiphone Casino, P90s again. I don't have either one anymore.

[@andychapman3100]

What a fantastic video! Now have a much better understanding of the P90 in my 611. Thank you.

[@davidewing55]

I love P-90s and I love Chris's playing. But my question - how does he not accidentally fling his pick at the ground when he has it tucked in his index finger and does a violent motion with the rest of his hand? His seamless transition between using the pick and stashing it away is fascinating.

[@wout69]

David Ewing Practice.

[@ijamsum]

It feels natural to me when i started switching to finger picking .

[@malteraff5237]

Chris, you are an awesome guitar player! I am not getting tired of listening you playing! You make pure music that is touching my heart! You have a rare gift! Wish your career all the best! You will be another John Mayer...!

[@TheScunion]

Chris just makes me want to quit playing guitar lol. So full of ideas and such a fresh approach to blues and R-n-B. You never know where he’s going and I love that not to mention he could make a log sound fantastic.

[@sjoerdklarenbeek]

Just let the music inspire you dude. You don’t have to compete with anyone.

[@TheScunion]

Ed Raposo Exactly. I could emulate that but to execute that stuff on the fly like that.......that’s a special talent.

[@TheScunion]

Ed Raposo 😂

[@Funkybassuk]

P90s are my favourite pickup. Jazzmaster neck pickup and P90 bridge pickup are my dream combination.

[@furbymetal83]

Curious, I ve never seen that type of set in a guitar. It´'d be quite unique sounding, and noisy as hell I recon hehe

[@Howlinwolf83]

My favorite guitar I've ever played with P90's is the Friedman Vintage-T... Sounds soooo amazing!!

[@ckallaher]

I live that custom shop Yamaha. Just picked up a Yamaha Pacifica 311 to get a taste of the P90 experience. If it goes as I expect it will the Revstar 502 is next. Great playing, as always Chris.

[@wilkowilkins363]

Chris you need to do more with Michael Lemmo... you two are the reason I've become a guitar addict ... you both have an inate natural ability that would sound amazing

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

I've just bought one of the best albums I ever heard. It's a Chris Buck video.

[@ijamsum]

I like your high notes and every bend up high sounds sooo gooood awesome style with the right pickups no doubt about that.

[@davebleimiller569]

Awesome playing chris, enjoy listening to you play.

[@matthewgrimm5383]

Mike ness has the sweetest tone tHATS what got me into p90s and fender bassmans

[@Jon.simmons]

Me too.

[@rommelrivera1186]

This video inspired me to get a Reverend Gristle 90 guitar in Venetian Gold. Modern take on a pickup classic. Can't wiat to put it through my full pedal and amp collection but my initial impression is that it's a killer instrument. As far as Chris Buck's play, goodness; ever expressive, articulate and with tons of feeling. Keep it up, bro.

[@slickcross]

I have a Suhr JM Pro with P90s and I gotta say, the pickups are amazing.

[@AxCYeR]

underrated channel, glad i stumbled upon it a while ago. such a great player. also those revstars look amazing, might actually consider getting one at some point.

[@davidpepper442]

Blue Steel! The single P90 in my '59 Junior is all I need. Such a fantastic range. Chris, you should do a video playing a Las Paul Junior...that guitar is simplicity at its finest. The Norms video was my intro to you and what a fortunate occurrence. Thanks for the video!

[@paulcowart3174]

Cool Do you know the K reading on it I just put a late 50s in a 66 Jr and it's like 9K So was curious Thanks

[@davidpepper442]

Hey Paul, I've never measured myself, but when I bought it the seller said it was 9.4 I think. Definitely sounds great. Love playing it with the volume around 8-8.5 and then turning up to 10 for the extra grit!

[@paulcowart3174]

@@davidpepper442 Nice yeah from what I've heard and read the earlier ones are hotter Think mine is 9.7 or something Looking forward to using it in a rehearsal Just finished the Jr up Actually my first P90 guitar since the late 70s Thanks man👍

[@BigSh00tsie]

How does anyone even do that? Chris, you are not human. Also i see what you did at the end there, those are all my favorite colors as well, Chris!

[@Incountry]

After listening to Mr West as a teen I had to get high powered P90s, so a Hamer USA Special back in ‘93 was the way, friend of mine who’s brother worked at Mannys in NY, supplied and purchased back from the guitar tech of the Troggs, bought and never used it...!! After 28 years I’ve still have it.

[@thomasd9237]

Wow people in a guitar shop that aren't just making noise. Sweet sounds guys 👍👍

[@timothypotter2137]

Got Dayum, boy! You got some chops, and P-90's certainly are the best, the bomb!

[@valueofnothing2487]

I still think there's a trade-off between lower power pickups and higher power pickups. Between single coils and humbuckers and ceramics and ALNICOs. The higher the power the lower the frequency and you remove some of the high ends that can sound fizzy or ice-picky when you distort them -- especially in lower quality amps. the cost of higher power is less sensitivity, muddiness or fizziness on the low strings or when you play two strings at once.

[@nunoandradebluesdrive]

Nice info and great time. Cheers

[@alastikskies]

P 90's Rock ! Great playing and love the black pumas jam at the end.

[@freewaybullit]

Awesome tones and playing as always. Absolutely love my Pacifica 611vfm smooth and snarly Seymour Duncan P90 in the neck

[@LennyJohnson5]

Another brilliant Friday Fretworks, Chris; sublime playing, as ever, and great content.

[@antonsaviozzi]

That’s me mate Cody right there!

[@diamondbreak]

What a band. What a solo!

[@dominickmendoza7813]

Love the finger picking. So much feel. Absolutely amazing. Reminds me of another of my favorites...Jeff Beck, without the whammy. Thanks Chris. Love your technique. You surely inspire. Keep the videos coming.