Testing the cheapest Fender Strat on Amazon - $119 Stratocaster

[@CJJC]

Points off to Fender/Squier for calling it a Debut Stratocaster and not a Startocaster

[@1satisfiedmind]

That's FUNNY!

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Fender Start-o-caster that is brilliant. Great idea hopefully someone from Fender will see your suggestion here. 👏🏼

[@PXR5-PXR5]

Crapocaster would be an alternative.

[@60CycleHumcast]

@@NoFearGuitarGear yeah thats amazing. i hope i remember that one.

[@DMSProduktions]

@@NoFearGuitarGear DON'T give them the idea! The OP should have TMed the name 1st, THEN mentioned it! This is why people stay POOR!

[@lossie8086]

this guitar is going to be a beginner's dream at first and then eventually turn into a workhorse partscaster

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Agreed! 👍🏼

[@hussamjamil4980]

Body is seriously thin, the limits will be very quickly reached. I find it hard to see a "fat trem block" fitting in there without some routing.

[@lossie8086]

@@hussamjamil4980 that is, if you actually wanna use the tremolo. me personally, i tend to block off the tremolo if i get a guitar with one, simply because i don't like using one

[@christopheraaron8299]

@@hussamjamil4980 Someone in China will eventually start making upgraded aftermarket parts for it.

[@bluwng]

@@hussamjamil4980 there are plenty of short blocks on the market. I love thin guitars especially Ibanez S series. If you want a big fat heavy guitar get a Gibson. There is no science in the universe that shows thickness of a body on an electric guitar adds sustain, tone or anything. Gibsons have better sustain based on the overall design , arch of neck and break over angles of strings not because it is a big fat body.

[@SEGREDOSPROIBIDOS1]

You guys have great chemistry. The editing is spot on too. This channel is gonna be a hit.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Thanks for the kind feedback.

[@jonathanrees6122]

I bought one when it debuted (pun certainly intended) on Amazon. I have several American Fenders from various years ranging from the 90s to 2021, but I also have an affinity for cheap guitars in the $100-$200 range. All the weird brand named ones I have play reasonably well. The Debut, though, plays exceptionally well. I did a little setup on it, not because it needed it but to set it up how I like it--took 15 minutes, I floated the trem, tuned and intonated because the floating changed stuff--.and it plays like a Fender. It even mostly sounds like a Fender though it's a bit brighter thanks to the ceramic pickups. Because I play, I'm often asked what to get for a player just starting out. I always tell people to get as close to $500 as you can (though there are some $200-ish Jacksons out there that are pretty sweet). I would not hesitate for a moment to tell someone to get one of these, especially if they were one of those who just want to try it on and see if guitar is really something they're interested in. The Debut is consistently a great guitar for the price. If you're a pro, it's not for you. Let be real, It's a $120 guitar, but I bet you can't get anything better for this price--and maybe better than some that costs a $200 more.

[@chrismaghintay]

The thinner body alone makes me interested in it. I really like light guitars

[@bluwng]

Thank you. I love and mean love things lightweight guitars. The stigma on thickness is mostly based on some bias thinking there is cost savings hence the thought is cheap. People tend to regurgitate what they hear instead of thinking critically.

[@chrismaghintay]

@@bluwng I have a heavyweight guitar that has locking tuners, really nice pick ups, upgraded bridge, and body contours, but I kinda don't want it because its so heavy, but I know it's objectively the highest quality guitar I have

[@bluwng]

@@chrismaghintay been there

[@9outof10]

​@@bluwng Do you have any lightweight guitars you can recommend? Am looking for a good one

[@bluwng]

@@9outof10 everything is getting heavy even some Ibanez S series. Safest bet is a guitar made of Paulownia and still and S series Ibanez.

[@Geohillierneo]

For me, you should be rating it based on its price point, and how it compares to other guitars in that price range. With that in mind, I think 3 and half stars is harsh. A beginner would love this guitar.

[@StratBurst92]

I ordered mine in the sunburst finish. Vintage strat bodies had a nitro finish and not polyurethane. The matt gives it that vintage look. For $119.00 you cannot beat it. Squire quality is pretty good.These are an Amazon only exclusive.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Glad to hear that. Thanks for adding your insights as someone that bought one of these. Glad to hear that your experience was good and similar to ours. We appreciate you sharing that.

[@StratBurst92]

@@NoFearGuitarGear Amazon delivered it today. For $119.00 I am impressed. Well worth it.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

@@StratBurst92 That is great news. Glad it worked out and thanks for letting us and the community here know your experience.

[@dragan4658]

I have a 2009 Squier full alder body strat made in Taiwan and several of the slimmer body ones, and I prefer the slimmer bodies as a weight factor. This is a good beginner guitar. Jay made this Squier rock! Thanks Ryan!

[@MaddMan621]

Love the shot of Ryan at 4:57 like "man I should learn some new riffs" 😂

[@Exercise-01]

Hum hum he really needs to,he always plays the same thing.

[@eljefeguapobarbon]

Jay Leonard J is so much talent in one man! You just knew he would shine through! Set up a cheap guitar to his liking and he will be🎉🤘🏼

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Jay can bring the best out of any gear, that is for sure! Thanks for watching.

[@isaacmcnugget6842]

Thanks for the great review, im planning to buy the entire starter kit as a first guitar! Also, you guys deserve more views and subscribers, i was surprised when i checked how many views it had and it only had 44k, your videos are really high quality and i hope you guys make it big on youtube!!

[@NoNameNo.5]

I feel like Jay can make anything sound good

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

We totally agree!

[@Great-Documentaries]

If you can't give THAT guitar, which has ZERO issues, a full Fender warranty (Amazon return privileges) and a $120 price tag (with free shipping) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐, there's something very, very wrong with your rating system. You HAVE to take the price into consideration. It is literally less than the price of a neck for virtually any other guitar you have looked at.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Great perspective. Thanks for checking out the video and sharing your experience with this model.

[@KristyMcClellan]

Great review. Right to the point, nicely produced, the overlay graphics are a great touch. Thank you for doing this. I'd like to see you do an Ibanez GRX70QATEB GIO RX and also compare it to the Fender.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Thank you. That Ibanez versus a Fender sounds good. Thanks for the suggestion and thanks for checking out the channel.

[@AM2PMReviews]

This is so good. Also I love the studio set you guys are in too.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Thanks. We have too much fun here and too much guitar gear.

[@MattP79]

My teenage son will be getting one for Christmas. He's going to love it based on your review :) 🎁

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

That is great. He will love it, this is a great place to start. 🎁

[@MegawattKS]

To answer the question you posed at the end - yes - I just ordered one 🙂 Thanks for the review. I'm a beginner and like this so much better than the other beginner / low-cost options I saw on Amazon. It's got the brand, and arguably better hardware all around from what I could see in the ads. Hoping I get a good one...

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

We think you will be happy, it is a great place to start. We hope that you update us here on your experience with yours after you get it.

[@phonokilleddigitalstar]

I just got myself the $200 Debut Strat package for Christmas. I’m really enjoying it but I will admit that being the beginner that I am… I wouldn’t know what I need to fix if there is any that a good set up would add. Like I noticed what I thought could have been a pickup not being shielded properly because of the hum and that hum would clear up when I held it. While annoyed I have since learned that it can be a single coil issue. I’m still happily going to continue playing it which is something that could be said when I have a classical acoustic guitar for years now. I’m considering putting together a video myself to explain why it might be a good choice for someone to begin on an electric guitar vs an acoustic guitar. The pros and cons I feel were mine our struggle with trying to pick up the damn guitar and just trying to learn how to play in the first place. While these things are fresh in my beginners mind.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Thanks for sharing your experience here, that is helpful. We hope that you do make a video to share your experience, that will help others considering this guitar.

[@EddieG122]

Just bought one of these to learn how to work on my guitar without screwing up my main guitar. Pretty impressed for $120

[@jasonjayalap]

4:15 The slack/play in the tuners (screws) when changing direction is called backlash.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Thanks for adding to the dialog!

[@onefatstratcat]

Just got mine yesterday.. very impressed for the price point :) Let the modifications begin!lol...

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

It is great to have feedback here from someone else that bought one. Have fun with the mods!

[@johnd9357]

What mods do you plan to do? I am a newer player and I’d like to improve the playability and tone of mine. Just don’t know where to start.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

@@johnd9357 depending on your sound or music preferences, upgrading the pickups likely is the first potential mod. We felt the pickups sounded good, so it is not a mod that you need from the start, but as your skills improve and ear for what you like is refined, that is the likely first thing to explore. Before that you might want to upgrade your amp and add some pedals, that is a logical order of gear evolution when you start with a solid guitar.

[@jrm_music7229]

I just ordered with the guitar bundle with a 10 watt amp! $199! Hopefully lll learn fast lol

[@birdman316]

awesome guys! love the colab! and the guitar! i have the sunburst one as well!

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Thanks @birdman316! How do you like the Squire Debut?

[@birdman316]

@@NoFearGuitarGear i like it! feels nice n plays nice... ill be doing a few minor mods to it pretty soon...nothing crazy tho...

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

@@birdman316 Thanks for sharing that input here, we want to make as many perspectives available as we can to help others decide if they want to dive in.

[@davidwalter2282]

I recently bought the Fojill S style guitar on Amazon for $99 with a roasted maple neck and it is pretty darn good, but it had sharp frets and needed some work. I do love it now, but the quality wasn’t perfect. It’s cool to see that Squier has joined the fray on Amazon.

[@slimturnpike]

What is Fojill?

[@TheRealxVincent]

I started on a Squier, and still use it 17 years later. I have a Fender now, but the Squier is just as nice. I just upgraded parts I didnt like or failed over time. They're one of the best modding platforms, thats why I highly recommend them to new players.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Thanks for sharing your experience here.

[@arborfam]

You two should do this more often. My favorite demoers

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

We have a number of videos coming out in the coming days and weeks with Ryan and Jay. They are both love guitar gear and have so much energy, it is non-stop fun. We have a great one coming out on Saturday to keep this going.

[@k9er233]

Butch and Sundance, but which is which?

[@Dwoed]

Yep, great duo\m/

[@cameraz99]

I got one this week. I like it a lot, but I can't get rid of a buzzing low E string. ☹

[@dragan4658]

I would have no issues buying this guitar for my kids or anyone as its a decent quality guitsr for the price of a giod steak at an expensive restaurant lol. I also rated this guitar a 4.5 before you guys turned your cards around as it fits the bill for very little coin and be resold for the same price as purchased new imo. Thanks for sharing gentlemen!

[@jrm_music7229]

5:24 dude plays awesome ! I just ordered mine!!

[@johnwinkler2606]

For the price, it sounds great! I would buy that guitar.

[@Craig_KCfan]

Nice review please do a review of the Jet JS-300 it’s a Strat style of guitar.. I respect your reviews I tune in even if I am not interested in what you are reviewing ( like the Fender Squire your reviewing 😂) I am very curious on what you think of the Jet JS-300… Please and thank you Craig

[@PigC69]

From your comments, at THAT price point, I thought 3.5 stars was a bit harsh….! 😉 It looks well-worth the dollar to me 👍🏻

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Fair point. It is always hard to know how others will interpret your rating. For a $120 we could rate it higher, but we opted to go a little lower and explain our observations, a privilege of video over just the stars. Thanks for highlighting that and adding to the dialog here.

[@SouthFLSteve]

Agree completely. I think it's worth 4.5 - 5 stars at that price point. The only thing I'd deduct for are the tuners, which aren't very good, but they do work.

[@Government_of_laws]

I just got one in black. It’s a really good guitar. I’m an intermediate guitar player so what do I know? I know everything works, the fret ends are smooth, and it feels and sounds like a strat should. Honestly if they put the Fender logo on the headstock, people would stop paying $800 for a Player Strat.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

@@Government_of_laws thanks for sharing that. Always great to hear from someone that owns the instrument. Great insights.

[@christopheraaron8299]

Dang it, the last thing I need is another Strat, but I mean, come on..... $120? I kinda have to. I've got a loaded pickguard I can throw in there with Alnico V pickups and a wiring harness with upgraded pots and thick braided wires. I'll put some cheap locking tuners, roller trees and a bone nut on there too. I even have some Fender bent steel saddles laying around somewhere, I think. This will make an excellent mod platform.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

It sounds like you are all set. We can't wait to hear from you on how this works for you as a mod platform.

[@christopheraaron8299]

@@NoFearGuitarGear I have the guitar, haven't done the mods yet. I'll probably do it next week. But I'm really impressed with everything except the electronics.

[@lucasoheyze4597]

Just take that money and buy a better guitar ffs

[@raceface_m2579]

That’s actually an excellent price for them today. Wow

[@bueller8278]

Eart and Donner were taking market share in this price range. Makes sense

[@thomasd9237]

Looks solid enough. Makes a good platform for mods

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Agreed, it would be fun to see where you could take something like this.

[@TheFloridaBikeVlogger]

wouldn't mind getting this as a beater

[@legendarychillmonroe6234]

+Nicely done gentlemen. I have this guitar in the black finish. I think this is an awesome guitar for $120, mine was setup perfect from the box also. It's slightly lighter and thinner than the old Fender Starcasters, which I love. The fact that it carries the Squire by Fender logo (with a serial number) makes a positive statement in the Amazon under $200 market.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Great to hear from someone that owns this guitar. Thanks for sharing your experience with us and everyone here.

[@1satisfiedmind]

I think the rating is off. You should have a sub $250 category. That's where all the Amazon budgets fall. I'd give it a 4 (don't like the finish). That looks like a good first guitar, one that won't frustrate a newbe. 1st time viewer, thumbs up.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

That is fair. We made sure to also explain it is a great guitar at $120. We agree a 4-star review with context added is also fair.

[@jrjr3678]

did any one chech the truss rod correctly it feel like mine is a dual action one how can you not give it 5 starts it is now 99 dollars

[@billy2129]

Got one a few days ago ..its nice for what it is ...I really like the finish....It sounds good. it feels solid.....I might change out the pickups.....

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Thanks for sharing your observations here. Super helpful.

[@spectrefate]

I love the matte finish, more guitars need that.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Agreed!

[@zynthio]

No brainer for a first guitar to give a young player. Easy and cheap to upgrade if they are sticking to playing. Install better pickups, bridge, and tuners, get a good setup from a local tech and it will probably be a fantastic player

[@edwinstovall3334]

If I had enough room to store one more guitar, I might give this axe a shot. If I had a younger relative or friend wanting to start learning guitar, I could get them something like this and then work with them on setting it up, thereby TEACHING them to set it up themselves. This process would demystify the guitar for the neophyte and grant them the confidence to deal with the guitar without fear. And if it gets damaged or wrecked, small loss! I just wouldn't get it for myself for the storage reason, plus my personal tastes run counter to 6-screw vibratos and 21-fret necks. I've already got a Peavey Raptor with that configuration that I FINISHED modifying, and this guitar taught me that the finest part of any art is knowing when to stop! 🛑😁

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

We love that approach for a new player, great idea.

[@bluwng]

Jay’s playing gets people moving there is an energy to his riffs.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Indeed it does.

[@YoutubeAccount-gk3gn]

Great chemistry!

[@WeiShihong]

Les Paul special II sounds really good too and I think its also like a hundred bucks.

[@walterfard1161]

i have been playing guitar for about 5 or 6 years now and have just recently started getting into modifying my guitars. i put a set of hotrail alnico pickups in my 2020 less paul sl and am wondering if with a little modification that squire debut series strat would be a good partscaster

[@baremetaltechtv]

I'm not a beginner, but due to circumstances, I've lost all my guitars and my last one I had broke a few months ago, And I'm considering grabbing one of these and a cheap amp just to be able to play again

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

This would be a solid option as just an affordable guitar to play and enjoy.

[@mr.b4444]

I got mine yesterday in the sunburst. I'm in my 60's, a jazz player and normally play on large jazz boxes like D'Angelico New Yorker, ES175 etc. I also own a Gibson 335 and a Fender Telecaster. I saw a review on here a couple days ago and thought why not for just $120? I'm really shocked at the great quality at this price. I'll have to put some better quality and heavier gauge strings on it. I think these come with 9's installed. On a guitar like this I would prefer 10s like on my Tele. I have to get a accustomed to this neck, compared to my jazz boxes it feels like I'm playing on a broom stick because it is thin in comparison, but well crafted and plays nicely. The satin finish in sunburst is nice and has a certain understated elegance to it. It sounds pretty good through a Twin Reverb. I don't really do much distortion. it's a keeper.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Thanks for sharing that experience with us here. Very cool to hear from a real buyer and to hear different perspectives. We appreciate you being part of the discussion.

[@KenTeel]

Well at the level that these two guys play at, this Debut model should be just fine for them.

[@DougHinVA]

if a guitar is reasonably well-made and of decent components... it is your own $119!

[@thegamingillustrator]

usually when I buy something off amazon, especially instrument related stuff, I usually get recommended youtube videos explaining why no one in their right mind should ever purchase that product. I think this is the first time where I made an instrument or any amazon purchase with recommended youtube reviews going "if you're new, you are getting more than your money's worth." I literally just bought their debut beginner set with tuner, amp, picks, strap, guitar stand, gig bag, spare strings, and 30 days free online lessons for 199 with this guitar included along with getting an ibanez short bass for the same price with similar recommended youtube reviews. This is the first time I made a purchase where youtube just goes "Yeah, best beginner purchase you could ever make."

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Thanks for sharing that. We would love to hear from you after you get your Squire Debut. We are hoping you have the same positive experience that we did.

[@Brooke-vb5zp]

Would you recommend the fender squier? i am thinking about getting it

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

We do feel this is a great instrument for the sub-$200 price point. There are more expensive instruments that give you more, but it is hard to bear this especially for the $$$

[@djay6651]

For me, it's the tuners and frets that I look at. I have a Squier Mini Strat that really needs new tuners, as I'll knock it out of tune playing the way I like to play. I bought it for $99 in like 2015.

[@GreenpointRemembers]

I bought 2, they are amazing

[@Gene_Cali]

I started on a Bullet strat. They're fun to bash around on. So is the Affinity Series geared towards 'serious beginners'?

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

It is great that new players have great options today.

[@peterrecce-bz5sk]

How is the action on the debut Strat? I have arthritis, and I’m hoping that the action is low enough because it hurts when I press down.thanks, Peter

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

The one that we got arrived with pretty low action.

[@photobouph]

I’ve started on a squire mustang purchased new $199 because I knew my upgrade would be a Fender Stratocaster. For this price, it’s a steal!

[@mystericals2337]

For the quality and price it's a 5 star!!!

[@kitd56]

Absolutely! Taking stars off for what it's not designed to be doesn't feel quite cool to me. Sure, it could be better. But it's not designed to be better - if this guitar comes with better components, it's going to be heavier and more expensive. As a beginner's guitar, it's exceptional. If it cost $300, then yeah, absolutely not a 5-star guitar, But as is at this price point - I love you guys, but I think you low-balled the rating on this one.

[@laurahoeft]

These guys can make anything sound good!

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

They also can make anything fun

[@samuraijak6605]

After this review, would you get the Debut for $120 or a Sonic at $150?

[@Raul1971xxx]

Michael Rutherford from GeneIs use also Squier Strats.

[@chopperdave631]

love seeing RYAN as a guest

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

It was great to have him as part of this and there is more to come.

[@williamdonaldson5443]

That sounds great Jay I would buy one for myself

[@glacierwookie]

I've already decided to get one for my daughter, even before seeing this video. The fact that it is a "Squier" by Fender, that is backed by the brand, get a decent guitar that is set up decently, and that you get 3 months of Fender's online lessons for free, is just too good to be passed up. I couldn't justify buying a cheap no-name for the same price, given the free lessons included with this one.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

That makes total sense, thanks for sharing your thinking as the target customer for a guitar like this. We would love to hear your experience with your Fender Squire Debut, please let us know here.

[@rex-rant4322]

Looks and sounds great. Might get a black one.

[@RaymondMichaelBarrera]

What kind of extra guitar strings does this need? Any suggestions on what would be best for this type? 😊

[@markherold2191]

Probably pull off some southern rock with this one

[@brookvillelanguageservices9005]

I hope you review the red debut Telecaster.

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

I'm a rank beginner, but I have a decent guitar to start with. Would this be a good one to use to learn on and save the better guitar for a move up? Like use this one to "bash around" as some have said?

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Yes we would think that this would be perfect for that. What you want to avoid is a guitar that is hard to play or demotivating, this one was easy to play and sounded very good. This is a perfect place to start and yes it can become a beater or something that you hot rod as you want to go further with guitar. There are other sub-$200 that we like, but this one at this price with its out-of-the-box performance is a favorite and one we will recommend to our friends looking for a good starting point or beater.

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

@@NoFearGuitarGear THANKS GUYS! I'm sold. Also, great video. Good quality production. I'll sub to that!

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Thanks so much@@robthewaywardwoodworker9956 🙏🏼 We are glad it helped and really appreciate the sub.

[@mjtejero]

Problem with these reviews are, normal peeps don't have expensive amps to make it sound great as what you hear on this :) but overall a great concept and video.

[@ginopini6484]

I'm always thinking that same thing but also believe tone is in the hands but these guys are genuinely surprised and having fun

[@lauriemacquanan2141]

I live in Canada and visit my fam in Cali often. U wanted to have a guitar there so i dont have to take one of my more $$ ones on the plane...

[@ScottMurraySR]

With a little tweaking it’s a great beginner guitar or platform for modding … electronic setup is like the new Sonic series .. well worth the ¢¢¢ .. fun little beater .. perfect project canvas.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Agreed. Thanks for checking out our video.

[@60CycleHumcast]

ITS A STRAT!

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Yes, yes it is! Thanks Ryan for your great work on this.

[@ousley421]

demoing around again, such promiscuity

[@exerminator2000]

- Admiral Ackbar

[@60CycleHumcast]

@@NoFearGuitarGear Thanks for hosting Jay and I, we had a blast! looking forward to seeing the other videos.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

@@60CycleHumcast you and Jay were a perfect pair for sure. Thanks for being part of this.

[@CarlosBermejo-h7k]

I would buy it if I still played guitar. But I would like to know what other colors it comes in.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

They also offer this in black and red, both are matte colors, not gloss.

[@archkarr18]

dude on the lt got some good technique😏

[@DasOmen02]

My one gripe with it watching this video is some tuning stability issues, but honestly as a trem disliker I'd say it holds tune about as well as an MIM strat LOL very surprised at the quality from this Debut, curious to see what else comes out in this line!

[@cdavidlake2]

Aimed at the market it is (beginner), a hardtail would have been better.

[@sicilianmammalian]

Hard tail, humbucker and rolled fretboard edges sell it for 200$ and it would be the perfect beginner guitar

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Those would be two great upgrades. Good call!

[@strangetrip837]

Yet another review of this guitar 🥱🥱🥱🥱

[@Mr.Monster1313]

Is it smaller ? Doesnt look full size ? Not bad for the price i guess..

[@DIM00252]

It is slightly thinner

[@legendarychillmonroe6234]

It's a Strat, slightly thinner and about a pound lighter, due to the lighter wood. I have this guitar, plays great.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

As the other astute commenters here explained, it is a full size Strat as far as the basic shape, but it is just a little thinner and indeed with this wood selection it is on the light side.

[@seanhoward5562]

Look shorter in length, though.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

@@seanhoward5562 That might be because Ryan is on the tall-side. It is exactly the same scale length and total length as a standard Fender Strat. The only difference that we could find is the body thickness, all else is exactly traditional Strat.

[@DegraftYenbilla]

Do you have any other guitar you don't need again. I need a guitar😊😢

[@redhytech]

I just got that exact guitar.. it is not a Fender.. it's made in China FOR Fender using Fender specs. But it is in no way MADE BY FENDER. I'm not saying it's a bad guitar. It came not adjusted. The tuning was close, the action was super high. Had to do some major adjusting. It doesn't stay in tune, but that maybe because it's new and the strings haven't set in. Is it worth $120.00?, sure. It beats the Hell out of the off brand cheap guitars Amazon sells

[@KamuBodohYaKan]

Fender Modern Player series was made in China.

[@redhytech]

@BukanIbuMu oh, that makes it better..lol. I just bought the guitar less than a month ago and I have had to change the output jack. The pots are scratchy at best.. just saying it's NOT Fender quality. No matter who's name they put on it. It is fine for a beginner..like myself. It does seen to stay in tune pretty good. My other cheap guitars would jump around on the notes. On the low E, i would get from E to F# to D. Never could get them to hold a steady note.

[@mainecrab]

Ryan rocks!

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Yes, yes he does! We loved having him here, more cool product with him is coming soon.

[@sirhandelno3]

My metalhead ass immediately thought about string it to drop C 😂

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

🤘🏽 sounds good to us!

[@Peapodzilla]

The headset mics are so goofy

[@djizzah]

i dream of the day someone will test a stratocaster and not play little wing, in australia playing this song will get you tossed out of any guitar store and onto the street

[@hwnfrd]

This guitar is gold compared to my lefty "worst guitar I've ever owned" Harley Benton ST 20.

[@bostonterrierfanatic9652]

Just got this guitar for $99 on Amazon. Freaking amazing!

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Wow! That is a crazy deal.

[@DeadGlassEyes]

For that price it's a no brainer. Don't even have to think about it.

[@Hampterboi326]

I got one and the pickups started rusting after 2 months of use

[@nataskaupas2750]

have you tried rubbing some meat on them?

[@nrojas]

That trem would be a deal breaker for me. Don't get me wrong, it IS part of the strat experience. But in functional terms, just give me a hardtail for the same price and I will be happy.

[@ThatBloxFruitKid]

just block the bridge

[@josedanielmartinezrock]

What is the amp you are using?

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

We used a Blackstar HT Club 40 MKIII amp. You can see the full signal chain in our description here on the video.

[@s9plus20]

Thats a 5 star guitar for the price.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Thanks for chiming in here. As our guides explained it is hard to know if people expect the rating "for the price" or "under $200" or "as a reasonable priced guitar" so we opted to explain the thinking and let everyone decide how they would star rate it. We appreciate you joining that dialog.👍🏼

[@MkuluClive-ls5qj]

Big Bang for Buck!

[@guitarbob63]

Your star system should have been compared to other guitars with a similar price point. You most certainly can give a five star rating for a 119.00 guitar if other guitars with the same value are not as good. If it was a 500.00 guitar it would have been worth 1 or 2 stars.

[@imCurveee]

30 seconds into the video and that fretboard already looks better than Pau Ferro!

[@iagobroxado]

It's laurel, if you're lucky you can get a laurel fretboard that looks dark and consistent.

[@sassycat]

Great starter guitar for the price.

[@MkuluClive-ls5qj]

Wammy bar needs adjusting to keep in tune.

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

Fair point. This was really straight out of the box, our goal with this video was to show that knowing so many people that might end up with this guitar might have limited access to help with guitar setup. With a good setup this would be better in many ways. Thanks for being part of the dialog here!

[@MkuluClive-ls5qj]

@@NoFearGuitarGear I was pulling you along,will be great guitar to take to small club gigs after setting it up right. If they steal it, buy another. Here where I live they steal right in front of you.

[@jasonjayalap]

How is this All-Star channel going under the gear tube radar?

[@NoFearGuitarGear]

That is very kind, thanks! We are new and it will take time. But we love what we do and will keep at it. Thanks @jasonjayalap for finding us and being part of these discussions on guitar gear. 🙏🏼