KIESEL GUITARS New Factory Tour 2016 | GEAR GODS

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[@eugeneelgr]

Attitude, antics and ego aside, he does come across as really knowledgeable and eloquent, and you've gotta respect how he's steering the company towards success.

[@zipchtkdn7804]

True

[@T0tenkampf]

I respect how he is pushing innovation and technology..but not a fan of many of the new designs. I will stick with my old X220C

[@sheltma1595]

Bunch of haters on this comment section. Bottom line, these are the best feeling, best playing guitars I have ever picked up (and I own Japanese made Ibanezes, Gibson Les Pauls, American made Fenders, a PRS, and some other nice guitars). Carvin's are the most under rated guitar ever and these Kiesel's have taken it up a notch. AND they are insane to look at . Best guitar value out there in my opinion. So the guy is a master guitar builder, more so than a talking head video producer. Get over it. I like his style.

[@paginini]

Agree i couodnt find anything at guitar center whent to a shop in san diego picked up a kiesel through a marshel n was like wut is this?? N baught one month later

[@Azalia2]

Man, Jeff is a really great tour guide. Knows his stuff for sure.

[@LarryWilliamsArtist]

“Call my guys”. I did Jeff! Just started my custom vader 7 build, and I can’t wait!!

[@AccuracySpeaks]

Congratulations buddy!

[@brentchadwell8101]

RAD

[@RKDriver]

My Aries was built in this new factory and it turned out great. This Kiesel blows my other "name brand" guitars out of the water. I love it.

[@dixinears8004]

I love this tour but I wish there was a touch more camera stability.

[@TrevBec]

WakeeWakee Yup. Made me feel sick!

[@Aeronaut1975]

There's plenty of software available to fix that.

[@levelheadsteve]

I had to quit watching.

[@neerajkrishnaguitar3803]

@@TrevBec 9

[@CarcPazu]

Awesome tour. I think it was a smart move to have Jeff the spoke person for the brand, he's bringing a cool attitude to the company.

[@AeroPR]

He is doing an amazing job. I had never even considered getting a Carvin when I was younger. To go from that to actually craving them, even though I have other top instruments, is pretty impressive.

[@restoringthetruth]

I had a Carvin Ultra V that i bought new in 1987. The neck and the action were very good. I haven't played music in 10 years and drums were my primary instrument. Recently i've been thinking about learning guitar again. When i found out Kiesel was made by Carvin, it got my attention. No wonder their guitars are so popular.

[@KriegHammer]

RAD

[@alexandert696]

As you might have noticed, everything is RAD over there :)

[@necrojoe]

Except for things that are sick, or money.

[@alexw1411]

Don't forget sexy.

[@intrsoul]

I believe that is called RADITUDE

[@plaguesofwrath]

Lol I've been living in Escondido for the past 8 years and it's very common for people around here to say "rad" all the time. I didn't even notice him saying it that much

[@RedRisotto]

Thought about buying one but after watching this video I came to the conclusion that these guitars are too 'rad' for me. Also, the logo looks like it was designed by an autistic third-grader.

[@brian_mcnulty]

why do people dislike this? Those guitars are sick as all shit.

[@dadudeguy2vlog]

Yea, man. They're pretty rad.

[@Koivisto147]

Really rad, that's what they do there.

[@officialmetalwill]

Because Jeff Kiesel is an arrogant douche.

[@dadudeguy2vlog]

Will Castillo Never met the guy, have no plans to. Guitars look pretty sweet and the prices aren't too bad.

[@intrsoul]

Why would you say that? Sure he's confident and proud of his work, but the guitars they're producing more than back up his swagger. If he was just riding his Dad's coat tails, sure - arrogant douche. But he's done some amazing work and really brought Kiesel to the forefront over the past decade.

[@UNKNWN96]

I'm watching this as i'm falling asleep and 32:15 creeped me out because my name is Manny so I thought he was calling me

[@TheJeffcurran]

I remember my Carvin catalogs from the 70's that were photographed at Knott's Berry Farm.

[@Gorbyrev]

Beautiful instruments - thanks for sharing. Played a Keisel 7 string in a Guitar Centre in Kentucky, really liked it.

[@bobbyberetta4206]

Holy shit, Kiesel is amazing!

[@cowtowncustoms2110]

It was pleasure to meet you at Summer NAMM last year! You are doing great work. Keep them coming and have continued success.

[@larscw74]

Jeff, thanks for taking your time for this new tour, Gear Gods, thanks for making this video.

[@myrenaya]

Great video. Not sure when it was shot, but I was there on the weekend of October 31st. At the 42:35 mark where he starts showing the Jason Becker models you can see the guitar that I ended up going home with !!! It's the gold ST300, fifth from the right !!! Killer guitar, solid maple body, maple neck and flame maple fretboard with piezo........

[@toemasmeems]

Nice tour jeff and trey and i definetly learned alot ill start my new job with you guys first in the morning. Thanks!

[@scottdahlberg4890]

I am sold. Next guitar is a Kiesel in left handed.

[@AllenFreemanMediaGuru]

Awesome video. I’ve got to visit that place. I’m about 1.5 hour drive north of there and pass it every time I go to San Diego. This guy really knows everything about making quality guitars!

[@chris_andros]

Thanks for the tour Jeff! T'was great! Nice filming, as per usual, Trey! Keep up the great work!

[@lrblouie]

Awesome tour!!! Big fan of Kiesel (Carvin) for many years and learned a lot here (in particular why the company name changed). Still have a 2008 Carvin SH-575 and it is a work of art! Their guitars are all a work of art.

[@esanch77]

It really struck with me how these guys are all about doing good, solid guitars without sacrificing quality over quantity. They're not in it to make as many guitars as possible and sell them as fast as possible (looking at you Gibson, Fender, etc), but in making really great instruments. From the video I can see that each guitar really is unique and buyers know this and appreciate it. Keep it up!

[@pino_7428]

Hater trolls are the worst. I love my CU22 PRS to death but I have to say that Kiesel guitars are the real deal. Very solid build quality and sound. Now I'm planning to build a DC600.

[@kennethhacker1341]

Wow great presentation brothers and sisters!!!! Definitely on my wish list..

[@johnmoser2689]

We have a few of the same CNC machining centers at work

[@1961jscofield]

drink a beer every time this guy says "rad," I dare you!

[@JLindebergful]

JH Scofield I lost count somewhere in the mid 70s.

[@JiosX]

also "it's pretty rad"

[@jasonwright4144]

This really makes me glad I got a Lmx7. So sick. Love your guys work!

[@markkinney5030]

Your new shop and Guitars ROCKS! I want one!

[@aureozakky]

This is where my Carvin JS was made, and shipped all way through Angola, Africa....Awesome job guys...Next i think will be the Greg Howe model....

[@mrzedlyt]

Wow, that was truly amazing. Thanks for posting, Jeff.

[@greekfreak1980]

Watch this and then go to the channel of PremierGuitar, watch the Gibson factory tour and just compare the attention to detail,Kiesel/Carvin puts into their work in comparison to Gibson.Also,the re-inforced,double carbon fiber trusrods,beeing a standard feature is great.Not even PRS has this type of trusrods in their guitars,as a standard feature! Speaking of PRS,pause @ 32:14 and then @33:35,for these type of flame/quilt tops,you will have to pay extra for a ''10 Top'' or ''Wood Library'' package,for a similar finish to the ''Aquaburst'',you have to pay extra for an ''Artist Package'' at PRS and not to mention trying to get a lefthanded PRS.

[@erszebet]

carbon fiber rods kill sustain. its super over engineering that is not necessary. at the end of the night, if u leave your guitar in the trunk of your car in a summer time, the next afternoon it will be warped.

[@greekfreak1980]

erszebet Bullshit,a friend has an Ibanez J-Custom,with titanium trusrod,mahagony body/flame maple top.That thing sustains like there's no tommorrow.

[@jgmopar]

The Gibson one is terrible. I would never buy a Gibson after seeing how big of hacks they are. So expensive and they use chisels and hammers to fit necks. One other company I was surprised with was Schecter they seem to do a pretty good job, way better than Gibson. so far Kiesel has the best process and quality that I have seen in videos.

[@peterbryan4181]

I used to work at Carvin in the 80s in Escondido and knew {somewhat, worker} your dad , The guitars were stunning back THEN,, Great tour and made me want one...

[@AWMJoeyjoejoe]

Imagine this dude getting pulled over for speeding. "Sir do you know you were doing 95 there?" "Wow. That's pretty rad!"

[@jgmopar]

Not a fan of HAAS cnc machines. But they do good for what they are intended for. Wood maybe a perfect match for HAAS. I will say out of all the Guitar companies I see in videos I am most impressed with Kiesel's building and machining process. A+. As a Machinist myself and working in Manufacturing for over 30 years my opinion Kiesel is top notch. I have a Carvin guitar and its probably the best guitar I have ever played and owned

[@gregm786]

Very Impressive Shop Jeff :) I have a an LB76 from 1998 and a VB6 from 2017 and recently have VB6 fretless in build now. I love the VB6 series, plays as smooth as glass!

[@ricardofigueroa6754]

This is awesome, Jeff seems like a chill ass dude to work with

[@darkglass5463]

I'm sold. I watched Jeff talking on a facebook live feed and loved his knowledge of everything and tht got me interested alot more.

[@emberducati9237]

I love my Kiesel! The first one I ever owned was one of Chris Lechtford’s personal guitars and I’ve been addicted ever since.

[@CagedPaps]

Don't really see many Kiesel guitars where I am in the UK, but after the recent Gibson attempt to sue them I started to notice them. I now want a Kiesel, cheers Gibson.

[@T0tenkampf]

Yes Jeff, we know about drying wood ffs. I love my old Carvins and they definitely influenced how I build.

[@paullipford127]

I went to this place in San Marcos. Literally the most chill atmosphere and you can jam the fuck out all day long, nobody gives a shit! I love their guitars too! Absolutely top notch!

[@petermars10]

would love to come work for you guys, Im a fan for 30 years!

[@deanbibb3680]

This was fascinating! I was able to walk through Zion's old location in Greensboro back in 1998 and it was eye opening for me as a player and consumer. Your factory shows me 18 years worth of technical development and know how and how you apply both. Thanks for the look behind the curtain!

[@MR-vg7yn]

Pretty rad!

[@W1GSPL1TTAH]

After watching this video there is no doubt my next guitar is going to be a Kiesel.

[@thepiperofsimms9974]

Thank you for this. Will soon be driving to Escondido to visit the factory.

[@rockkstah2550]

so many haters! give the kid a break! he's still young and is in the process of understanding the empire that grandpa and dad and uncles have build that he inherited.. He's trying to step up the game in the generation that he knows and understand! so ye! attitude adjustment he does need but he'll get there,at least he's very passionate about what he does and is headed into the right direction that old grandfather wanted to do. Kiesel guitars are great and the new lithium pick ups are awesome...

[@baum7222]

Hes 40 years old btw. Hes been working there for over 20 years. I think he understands it. Hes just a douche. Kiesel is a wonderful brand but jeff sucks

[@raskolnikov1873]

This guy is obviously very passionate and very knowledgeable about the business of making very high quality guitars. I'd never even heard of these guitars before today and now I'm considering ordering one.

[@angrycat3525]

They're worth it. I own a Carvin, and my next axe will definitely be a Kiesel!

[@JesseLeeKing]

Purple is my favorite color but I love their pink colors and the neon green that they do too

[@SamirMaamari]

Absolutely loved that factory tour. Cheers!

[@nickx1754]

Very informative. I'm surprised just how accommodating Kiesel is to it's customers. I could see how some people might see Jeff as a bit egoistical or posturing a little but I think it's just a matter of him knowing his stuff and running a company. It takes a certain kind of person to run a company let alone run it well. He seems like a decent enough guy but I don't work there so what do I know. Their guitars are pretty freaking sweet and especially at the price. Man...now I'm debating what to sell to buy one of these bad boys, lol

[@boxcarracerr1]

Way too excited for my Kiesel... I can already tell my next guitar will be another Kiesel!

[@meabobo]

This is Fantastic. Gonna buy a Kiesel someday for sure.

[@jonrivera]

You just can't go wrong with how stainless steel frets shimmer in dimly-light settings. So glad this is a standard option; very much worth the extra $40.00.

[@TavaresProject]

This was so great. Really enjoyed it. Thanks!

[@BobSince1981]

Next gutar is definitely going to be a Kiesel! So many awesome guitars. Crazy attention to detail!

[@Boomheyyou]

I like that they do everything in house

[@DingDongDaddyFromDumas]

Lmao he almost impulsively snitched on his profit margins but found a distraction at the last second 23:35

[@somaff]

Heading there tomorrow! Can’t wait))))

[@itsalwayssomething7490]

It's funny, they are all sick looking guitars, but my favorite guitars ended up being the PRS style ones, with the violin carve, the inset knobs, etc.

[@angrycat3525]

Last month I ordered a DC600 with the Hipshot whammy bar and active pickups. It won't arrive until around November or December, but that's okay. I also own an '80s Carvin V220 that is my workhorse axe - it has served me extremely well for the past 29 years! Here's an excerpt from the 1993 tour I was on to give you an idea of how well it plays. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJKxfXekbs6IiKc

[@GaryJibilian]

Great, informative video!! Comgrats on your new building, and love your stains/finishes!!

[@Sonic-sh2vh]

I have 2 CARVIN Basses , my first I bought in 1996, its a BB75 , fantastic instrument ! I have a lot of basses , A 78 Fender Jazz , Atelier Z, G&L. If my house was burning down I would Run through the flames to save my LB70 !

[@6h471]

Sonic 7 I have a Carvin C90 and a Carvin bolt neck kit bass I feel the same way about. Top quality at a reasonable price.

[@c_w3377]

good job guys!!! beautiful work. I like the green and blue flame top finishes. I have to play one. just awesome

[@Khazandar]

Man, things are pretty rad at the Kiesel factory! :O

[@CynationTv]

I'm gonna start saving up today!

[@The1stLumiens]

Jeff, I'm just a few miles north of you in Riverside County, right next to that guitar museum. I tell you what...I'm gonna save up and get one of your guitars. I'm totally impressed by your guitars, of course, but I also believe in building communities and helping the people around you. You actually might have some of my old high school students working for you. We have a very good, actually one of the best around, manufacturing program. Thank you for putting this up. Take care.

[@mikelgarcia9220]

One day I'll get myself a SH550. Such beautiful guitars...

[@PRWilson88]

High modulus is a fancy way of saying high stiffness (not strength) :)

[@ph0kused]

I gotta hand it to kiesel man, the woods they use for tops and fretboards are next level... and for the price they charge for american made, nobody is doing it like them - i dont even own one - YET! :) but man those zerbra wood, all the burls...amazing.

[@guspi76]

Wish I could live that lifestyle. I would have dozens of those guitars if I had the means. Good for you guys. Looks great.

[@JesseLeeKing]

I like how he explained the plek machine

[@YourCaliBos]

You did a good job filming, he covered a lot of ground in this video .

[@chrisv7713]

I love this video!

[@morganbucks8423]

Nice Vid, Looks like the ultimate modern guitar Fab!

[@kahwigulum]

CNC is great for scale and all that, but there's something to be said for a guitar made totally by hand. It's cool and all to have something flashy like a Kiesel, but when I tell people that the bass I'm playing I made from hardwood bought at the reno store and built with hand tools on my kitchen table and they can't tell the difference elevates the instrument to a whole other level.

[@seanlheeger]

That operation is totally impressive.

[@egroegmcdonald9870]

Just wondering. Why don't you have any Carvin amps in your demo rooms?

[@stephentyree9296]

Carvin Amps and Kiesel Guitars are two separate companies now. There was a split a couple years ago.

[@egroegmcdonald9870]

I'm not interested in picking nits or trolling y'all. But since you don't own MESA (do you?) your statement doesn't hold up. I'm guessing animosity?

[@JLindebergful]

Egroeg McDonald Bad blood.

[@tyblair18]

PAW-PLAR BURUL seriously though, Jeff is doing some great shit with this company.

[@JLindebergful]

Tyler Blair LOL seriously "Wood Guy Jeff". It's "pop-lur".

[@marknorris3769]

mind blowing passion !!

[@gusoneil7055]

Affordable USA made completely customizable guitars/basses. 👍 I have an 80's Carvin Bass (LB90) and an SB4000. I don't even touch my Fenders anymore.

[@slump75]

Much new respect for Kiesel.

[@rafaelcoli4797]

Great video, breautifull history!

[@gckbowers411]

3:26 I'm guessing that's just fudging the truth a bit. I'm sure the computer file has that resolution, but the actual bit absolutely has imperfections that are larger than 1/10000th of an inch.

[@JesseLeeKing]

I like that pink diamond inlays one

[@connorcamron4426]

I absolutely have no idea how they can sell guitars like these at those price points!

[@T0tenkampf]

those big CNC machines is why, plus no middleman

[@bobkos333]

Great video! Thanks!

[@KM-px8cs]

I love this company!

[@darrtetzy]

I'm about 9/10th the way to placing an order with Kiesel - the only thing stopping me are the color samples on the website...they're too small and offer little resolution. I'd *love* to see Kiesel give us actual photos (larger the better) of the finishes so we could judge and select them better.

[@justinpompeii9409]

please tell me thats the same show room ed friedland shot that slap bass dvd :- )

[@AccuracySpeaks]

Kellen's hat is pretty RAD!!

[@briankruse3584]

Quality work. Really nice.

[@MurdersFPV]

Hilarious how I watched this from start to finish and didn't even realize he said "rad" one time. I rewatched it and was completely shocked at how Californian I am.

[@jimclark7917]

Can I still purchase a neck through blank like you had during the Carvin era?

[@applesauceman3555]

They stopped offering things like that a few years ago because they've been so overworked with people putting in builds.

[@danielcastillo1225]

Awesome guitars and great video

[@MarktheAirsoftPrimate]

I haven't heard anyone use "rad" so much in the last 20 years, he had filled in those years.

[@WDeeGee1]

Does the guy who filmed this have epilepsy? Shakey-cam is so passé, plus it gives me a headache. But, very nice tour, a business run from the heart is a beautiful thing to see.

[@insertanynameyouwant5311]

So what exactly do those carbon fiber rods do? Do they prevent neck from unplanned moving or so? How good are they?

[@greekfreak1980]

Yes,that's the idea.A guitar neck can move,which is a big problem for touring musicians who travel to areas with different temperatures,humidity etc. The carbon fiber neck provides more stability,other companies like Ibanez,use titanium rods,which is of similar strenght,but only for their high-end models,like the Prestige or J-Custom series.For Kiesel this is a standard feature,no extra charge.

[@insertanynameyouwant5311]

Thanks! That`s what I thought

[@insertanynameyouwant5311]

Steinberger is good. A pity that they don`t do 7-string guitars)