I Bought a KLON CENTAUR?! | Friday Fretworks

[@mattelder9147]

If any guitarist should have the ‘best’ gear including an original Centaur, you are among them.

[@jasong546]

That’s really true

[@johnnymovz]

+1

[@stipeur]

You said it brother

[@olivierlanglet1932]

Amen.

[@tszegvary]

The problem is he doesn’t need it as he sounds great regardless of the gear

[@jeffschertz]

Me: "Lord, that sounds beautiful" Chris: turns the Klon on

[@Starch1b2c3d4a]

😂

[@LukeBass1000]

👀

[@veilofpersephone1480]

Yes, I had exactly the same impression!

[@dknstrkt]

Now you have seen the wizard behind the screen! There are no magic pedals. There are only talented musicians who play relentlessly for untold hours to reach the peak. I originally wanted to dislike Chris, but then I realized 1. He shares my namesake, and 2. it was only envy. I tripped over my laces at the same point you did I think, right before the clean boost demo. Ha!

[@Nckfallin]

Hahahaha same

[@noahmichael2213]

Problem with someone like Chris demo-ing a pedal or guitar is he makes everything sound legendary so I can't tell if it's worth it or not haha

[@mikeomatic9905]

I really want to see him use a Metal Zone

[@AlecBourneMidiMadScientist]

Yeah you never ever ever come to this channel expecting something to sound bad, you come here to listen and ogle that Revstar. The man could honestly make a toilet brush sound good.

[@SuLu_XD]

lol, well I'll say that I'm a capable player (but nowhere even close to Chris or a true professional player) and I'm VERY happy with my Ryra Klone...

[@glh-zs7mf]

Chris you’d make a tin can sound great!

[@mattcarl2190]

Klon klones all day.

[@andertons]

I suspect you with a rip off Tron Mentor would still sound better than me with the best Klon Centaur ever made! Great video man!! Lee 😁

[@ChrisBuckGuitar]

Haha. Thank you mate!

[@blacktoothfox677]

Respekk from the Cp'n.... OOOOhhhh the heady heights!

[@tomjanssen1912]

I totally agree Lee! It wouldn't matter what Chris used. I'm not in awe of many players much any more because there are a lot crazy great players out there...but there is just something special that catches my eyes and ears when I see him play!

[@darjanpetz4865]

Mr. Cpt. :D And Chris, I sometimes just go through the intros of the vids, to hear you play! (rock on)

[@watchassassin1014]

Lee you twat I've just wasted time searching for 'Tron Mentor' on Reverb

[@elliothewitt9156]

*That's* what a Les Paul should sound like! Sensational playing.

[@HotStrings22]

I agree

[@swaffy101]

That is what I want to know as well!

[@harrykadaras9459]

The Les Paul sound, to me, is the ultimate. And in the hands of a player of the caliber of this young man, so mind-blowing because he's so gifted with what I call the "touch"..he literally wrings every bit of joy out of each note he plays. I could imagine if Chris was transported back to 1967...playing through a new Plexi...

[@PeterJahans]

Whenever I listen to Chris playing I am at once beguiled, taken away, and somehow end up with dust in my eyes.

[@MusicisWin]

👀... ♥️

[@Atomic1710]

😂

[@uberN32]

copyright infrigement maybe? 😂😂😂😂

[@CynHicks]

I was thinking of you as soon as I saw the title. Lol

[@seandog]

Someone who would spend $500,000 on the first ever Klon should be legally recognized as the King of Klon

[@NedJeffery]

At least Chris didn't loose his wife and house and all his gear in the process.

[@nathanlittle1460]

The subtle tonal adjustments you make while playing are masterful. Absolutely stunning playing.

[@andrewbanner7165]

If I interpreted what you said correctly, sounds like a steal. Wise investment and great playing!

[@jirdesteva]

A fine instrument in the right hands (Chris) creates beautiful soundscapes. In the wrong hands (mine) bleeding ears, fire and brimstone decimation and death.

[@raycave2829]

Not just me then, lol.

[@dylanporter8105]

Just start a black metal band and profit

[@pj_day]

I appreciate that you don’t hype stuff, just talk about it. Most youtube guitarists make me feel like they’re selling something, whether they are or not. Thanks for not obscuring interesting content with hype.

[@alexbeds8141]

Well put. I think Chris does this better than anyone.

[@ewilson9650]

Your playing sounds like singing, it’s so cool

[@michaelbrooks5178]

You're spot on with the parallels between the Klon and a Burst. I can't see the Klon ever reaching such prices but I don't think anyone thought a '59 would cost more than your average house when they discontinued it in '60! 😬😬

[@bassmandudge]

Major difference though...how many '59s that are playable do you see for sale...pretty much zero... whereas there ard 10 real klons for sale on Reverb..right now.. today...well I presume they are not fake..so hard to tell...so they really are not that rare... .. bear in mind it has taken the '59 nearly 60 years to get to that value...so I reckon Chris will be about 90 when his investment comes good....😉

[@Esch47on]

You are a WORLD CLASS TALENT. Truly. You deserve ALL the success you can get. You're one of the best guitarists I've ever seen and heard.

[@senecaturnpike9179]

I’ve been playing everyday for 25 years, this kid is unreal.

[@JA-oo9qp]

Every time I hear a breathy “hey guys” I know I’m about to hear some pretty great guitar sounds 10/10 Stay humble, dude

[@JammyGit]

Humble? Dropping a couple of grand on a distortion pedal, and subsequently making a KZbin video to brag to the world that you've just done so is anything but humble behaviour.....do you even know the meaning of the f*cking word? 😆 If anyone wants to blow stupid money on a distortion pedal then that's their choice, but I wouldn't even spend that kind of money on a guitar let alone a poxy pedal 😆

[@JA-oo9qp]

@@JammyGit The man is a professional guitarist who has a YT channel about guitar playing. I don’t think it’s far off to say many of his subscribers would be interested in seeing a video on the Klon and that he just got one. Not really sure how anything in this video came off as stuck up or gloating. He simple got something cool and wanted to share with people. I’m struggling to find fault in any of that, so I’m really not getting where you’re coming from.

[@onenotesolo256]

@@JammyGit excellent! Assume you also make your living playing guitar? In which case you probably watched the rest of Chris’ videos where he is indeed rather humble?

[@yiranimal]

Indeed, ridiculously humble... considering he's about the best guitar player in the world.

[@goldtop362]

@@JammyGit Christ! This from the bloke who describes himself as "a bespoke artisan coffee roaster." Yeah, I bet your poncy coffee isn't overpriced much, either! 🤣 I must have missed the bit where he was bragging. I did, however, clearly hear him say that it's a ludicrous price to pay for a pedal and that he bought it purely because he sees it as a potential investment. I've watched a lot of Chris Buck, over the last couple of years. I've seen him interviewed and watched him squirm at the praise he receives for his undoubted skills...and I've only ever seen him be self deprecating. Your comment just makes you sound like a jealous douche!

[@marcusl3828]

Man, your touch is unparalleled! Exquisite.

[@alexbooth4900]

AGAIN with the intros and outros. Man, you're just silly good. So, so musical.

[@raymondjamesrivera]

That first piece of music and playing was fire!

[@BrentGrowe]

Man, thank you so much for sharing your guitar work. It is seriously inspiring.

[@stephenbentley5498]

In all honesty, your tone was amazing when I first discovered you, playing a plain Jane Highway one Strat. Your gear has changed a ton since then and although it's awesome to upgrade, you didn't need to. This isn't a negative comment so please don't take it that way. I'm simply saying that, even without Custom Shop guitars and original Klons, you are an amazing player with incredible tone! Cheers!

[@meriam4109]

Wasn't that the Stratocaster with his own signature Radio Shop pick-ups? Hard to say what determines the sound the most. One thing is for sure, Chris is the main factor in this equation. Great playing again Chris.

[@scotth8084]

It's funny - no matter what Chris plays through, he always sounds like Chris. And I mean that in the BEST POSSIBLE Way. It doesn't matter how much gain he uses, but it's always a low-mid gain, beautiful, detailed tone. Beautiful, and as always, well done, Chris!

[@Zach-Rosicka]

Love it! Been a fan for years now. I was going through my old videos and realized you’d left and awesome comment on my Way Huge Overrated Special video, too cool! Opposing to popular belief, Stevie used TS-10’s for the last 4 years he played. I noticed this about 20 years ago when I watched ACL from 1989 and I kept rewinding it and there it was! A TS10! I bought one and it became my only mainstay on my board for about 8 years. Shouldn’t have sold it. Everyone says Mayer, but he was only following the King, as did I at a young age. Love the content and blessings to you continuously, brother Chris🙌🙏💪

[@anejo333]

That funky jam at the end was worth the price of admission! So killer as always!

[@arthurfunkarelli]

Dude! You make me smile. I dig you vibe. If you ever tour to BC, Canada. I’ll be in the front row. Try to play The Commodore in Vancouver. Legendary!

[@LennyJohnson5]

Excellent content and research as ever... these mini-documentaries get better and better. Great stuff.

[@graemeromans9374]

You are a poet Chris. I picture you in a bedroom, solitary, music pouring out of your hands. I hear you.

[@petergraham9267]

That’s the best thing I’ve ever heard you play! Fantastic! (Opening bit) 😎😎😎👍

[@tomclementsmusic1654]

We have to appreciate your honesty on these videos. Always great viewing, and great playing too.

[@wrongbeach35]

Your playing always blows me away...great stuff my man

[@Gearjunkie35JasonBallou]

Damn...you got some absolutely Immaculate tone. And your technique..so good. Great video as always

[@AnMuiren]

As always, great demo playing. Great sound and a superb piece of kit. A must-have if I win the lottery.

[@philf4086]

CBF = Chris Buck Friday. Best day of the week! Thanks Chris!!

[@0PTin0]

Whatever about the gear and all that, you are just an extraordinary musician.

[@MRRIFF567]

Chris you playing and tone always sounds fantastic. No matter what gear you play through you sound great and I cannot tell if this pedal make a noticable difference.

[@maggieo]

Chris, thank you for your straight talk in a world of crazy hype. Joe Gore and I were talking about the Klon over at FB, and he said damn near everything you said. You're absolutely right it's going to be a good invstment.

[@maekong2010]

Your videos are always great and informative, but I always find myself chafing at the bit about halfway through, waiting for you to play us out at the end. F*cking awesome.

[@darwinsaye]

The Klon mythos was definitively put to rest for me when I watched a Shnoble video comparing a ProCo Rat to a Klon KTR. Between 8 o'clock and noon on the Rat, it was indistinguishable from the Klon. The Centaur going for the prices it does is sheer derangement. I'm one of those like Bill, who was fed up with the bass and treble shelving of typical TS style drives, but I easily achieved the goal of a transparent overdrive that just sounds like my amp driving a bit, with a Way Huge Green Rhino MkII which has extra controls that allows me to match the EQ to my amp's tone.

[@cassianandor4103]

I saw a video by Music Is Win, if you know that channel you'll know who I'm talking about, if not check it out. Anyways on the video he compares a real Klon to a clone he bought off of wish for around 50 bucks and the Wish centaur sounds basically the same.

[@Atttuner]

100% I can get the "KLON" with 50 diff pedals, amps, and EQ/compression tricks it's play masturbation and growth avoidance strategies for punks man

[@CJZM7777]

Yea, it would be interesting to see the face of someone who just spent $4,000 US on a Klon who fails a blind test against a relatively inexpensive clone.

[@terryhicks4038]

@@CJZM7777 I think the point Chris is making is that "it's an investment"...little to do with how it sounds. Don't forget that there's people out there who buy vintage guitars for an investment and they can't play a note...almost ! For those of us that actually play, then we just think it's nuts! But a Lowry minimalist painting won't necessarily get bought because the buyer thinks it's a masterpiece, but it might get stuck in a vault somewhere as a pure investment.

[@Atttuner]

@@terryhicks4038 yes we need to better delineate between gear fetish for investment vs player “feel” or hero imitation vs actual sound delivered in the mix.....bc the last category makes this a hugely misguided purchase

[@OssianEMills]

That Outro was an unexpected necessary mash of... things. It made sense, and I want more of that Robert Randolph and the Family Band meets Chris Buck!

[@wally_g5192]

Brilliant, Chris! Always fantastic playing and demos.

[@wyldertrek4981]

Your playing is so beautiful it equally inspires and discourages.

[@DaveKaplowitz]

Thanks so much for shedding some light on the whole "transparent overdrive" thing that I hear so much about. I never understood how overdriving a signal to the point of clipping and beyond could be transparent. But, as you point out Chris, this pedal can function as a clean boost at low levels of gain that doesn't engage the clipping diodes. A little boost always sounds better, especially at bedroom volumes. And great playing as usual!

[@077R1ch1e770]

Appreciate all your stuff Chris. Great player and great content on the channel too.

[@kazimustafizurrahman2122]

This is the most interesting and insightful video on this pedal available on the internet now… the internet didn’t need another ‘comparison’ blah blah…. Now, in your extremely well articulated ‘feature’ here - you cut through all the ‘hype’ bs so straight, and then go on to make your point that that ‘hype’ is the only real remaining reason why one should ever consider buying one of these pedals at the moment. Two thumbs up, man! … truth be told, you helped me to finally take the call and pull the trigger on investing in one.😂 And.. oh… Your playing… does one really need to comment on that!? Nah!❤

[@Rockfish66]

Nice touch with the name drops at 5:30! Subtle!

[@coreydavison4971]

You sound amazing no matter what you play through. You have definitely put the hours in on the guitar. Wish you the best in the future. Cheers!

[@justinbeech2681]

I love how the knobs change as the names he mentioned , very clever Chris!! You’re good you !!!

[@ChrisBuckGuitar]

Haha. Thank you! I’m glad someone noticed ☺️

[@MartirosHakopianMarHak]

I think the secret is you and your playing ability where I hear the excellence of your technique and feel. Anything you play will sound good or I should say excellent ... Just my humble opinion from aside ....

[@ricardoslhenriques]

When you get people saying “this is Chris Buck” after you playing a few notes... in this internet days... you know you’re THAT good. You’ll be up there with the greats, man.

[@Dang...]

I really appreciate the honesty of Chris regarding the sound of a real Klon vs a klone.

[@azcoyote007]

Who the hell is this kid? That is a TON of talent and feel for just one human to possess. Amazing playing.

[@yodajazzcat]

Nice dynamic playing! Most players know only one volume which never shows off the tones of the guitar/pedal. This video did that very well.

[@Taylorxswifte]

Amazing playing in the Jam into. So patient with his phrasing. Really great 👍

[@bidenbuyersremorse7019]

Chris is magic, he somehow simultaneously makes me want to practice more and quit playing completely at the same time. Weird.

[@col145]

Superb playing Chris. I think you’ve convinced yourself on your purchase ( but with a slight bit of trepidation 🤣)

[@AxeMan2781]

If that “sound” ever suited a players style it’s yours.

[@deanwilliams8895]

Haha, a lovely irony, a Highway 1 through a Centaur, I bet you've played your Squiers through it as well Chris. Fantastic stuff and you now own one for all the right reasons, good on ya.

[@danamoose1234]

Heavenly playing as always. The world is a little better every time Chris plays.

[@pongopigpen9056]

Hi Chris. I remember you coming down Yemmy's New Inn with your band for the Jam Night. Loving the videos.

[@rickhammel9541]

JHS awesome "notaklon" has nailed it! love Josh for putting this out!!

[@budgetguitarist]

It's a good investment as long as you keep following the market, which of course you will. Brilliant playing as always. The Klon clone in the HX Stomp is my favorite pedal in their sizeable collection.

[@videovuer]

Sense, sensibility, groove and all the tones. Bring back to where I want to be. Cheers!

[@agustinfernandez5115]

I mean ive heard a lot of youtube guitarrists but damn. That intro puts you right on top.

[@alf1o1]

Love that opening jam!

[@B2Rockin]

Dude your playing is so tasty it’s such a joy listening to you just go off into space with whatever guitar is in your hands. Thanks for the awesome videos, truly inspiring 🤘🏻🍻

[@Starch1b2c3d4a]

Nice playing, dude. Great investment too ✅

[@dejct]

Omg! That intro jam! Please teach it haha! I thought you had a klon already :) amazing epic sound man :) announce your sig guitar :) can't wait!

[@mydogspet]

Gorgeous tone and playing. I'm sure SRV would have been impressed.

[@richardroskell3452]

Chris, you could hook a bicycle pedal up to a guitar and make it sound sweet. Gear is always fun, but it’s your amazing playing that sets your channel apart from all the rest.

[@soundshigh]

Wow, just wow - I can't get past the intro track and listen to it on repeat here.

[@dobster5819]

Thank you for another fantastic video Chris, you are very entertaining and your playing is epic.

[@onenotesolo256]

Chris - great video as always. I have a bunch of klones (Ryra, Nordvang etc) and also a rather battered non-horsie Klon. I loved Josh’s video about the actual magic not happening if u only use it as a clean boost on low gain. I also liked his point about it being fun that there’s a mystique around the original, even if it’s total rubbish. As an owner, I definitely enjoy the dynamics that the Klon provides, and I don’t claim that it’s “better” than the klones. I’ve stacked it with loads of low gain drives, and with lots of them it sounds “meh”. Then, just occasionally, you get the right combo of pedals, guitar and amp, and it sounds epic. I honestly don’t mind if it’s “better” or not; it certainly adds some dynamics and it’s nice to try/own the real thing. You can always sell it! People get very annoyed about the cost, but no one has to buy an original - just get a Centura. An original 59 LP Burst is $250k++, so if you can afford silly money for a pedal (CB Tomatotone has entered the chat), then enjoy.

[@marshallzak]

Carry On Sir Buck

[@BillDutton]

Tasty playing, mythical pedal and clear perspective. Nice work Chris.

[@MrLespaul2000]

Bloody ell that solo was IMMENSE.

[@csgband]

I love the Klon, I had an original gold hoarse, I got it from Bill for $250 or $300. When I saw then going for over $5000 I decided the only responsible thing I could do was to sell. I still have a KTR. It was on my board since the late 90’s, I will miss it for sentimental reasons but, damn that’s a lot of money. You always sound great Chris.

[@tmitz73]

Great Episode, Chris!!!

[@virigiliosantos7600]

hey Chris, I would love to see a video of you talking about your picking techniques.

[@Esch47on]

Sounds alright to me. Keep practicing Chris. Haha. Yeah, I told Chris Buck to keep practicing. I need to take whatever I can get. Top Class, Mr Buck.

[@SeanKerns]

Sounds awesome, Chris, but these guys are right. Everything you play sounds great. I love the lyrical sound of your lines.

[@MatthaeusEbonah]

My first time using a K style pedal I definitely LOVED it as a clean boost. I used over pedals for the drive. I've never stacked to klon into a klon though 🤔 hmm. Might need to get two tumnus's, tumni if you will.

[@billkeaveney1526]

Cheers Chris another wonderful story, i heard some Tin Pan Alley vibes 👌

[@LucasCrossleyGuitar]

Great video Chris. You hit the nail squarely on the head. Gear like this is an investment and appreciates over time. It’s also pretty cool for those of us who nerd out on this kind of thing ;). Cheers mate!

[@G65gear]

that’s a guitar player with rhythm, feeling, good ear, amazing technic, = AWESOMENESS!!!

[@TheMDGMobile]

Love Chris' right hand playing!

[@MesaGuitarGuy]

great tones and playing!

[@rezthered]

I have to say I struggle to hear much difference between any OD pedals through YT. I have got pretty high end headphones but I guess you have to be in the room to get any real effect. I really can’t hear anything (through the video anyway) that makes this stand out at all.....except Chris’s usual phenomenal playing.

[@youngandrew66]

They all sound and feel different when you're the player... but more or less identical when you're the listener

[@leelossi1257]

Great video Chris! If you play out you'll have to put a titanium bike lock on it to prevent theft.

[@enzzthefink]

Sounds great but IMO it all comes down to note choice, phrasing and touch and Chris has that in abundance. He would sound amazing playing a Squire through a Peavey Bandit. A great investment though no doubt

[@andrewbinney1519]

Love the tones you pull out of that revstar

[@joebill663]

I'm a guitar player. Like 25 years man. So its kinda important to me haha. You're a really good player!

[@lindseysimmons42]

That outro on the Revstar! Sheesh. I need one of those. Any word on a sig model?

[@bro7269]

No pedal will make crappy playing sound good. Chris can make just about any crappy pedal sound good.

[@tonyhuff161]

Fantastic playing as always.

[@altonreid9726]

It has the same tone as your presets. It’s in your fingers man. You have a definitive tone.

[@bifbassman]

It is and it always will be the players touch... HEART 💜

[@monsaemon]

Someone needs to edit a playing compilation of all your guitar clips from Friday fretworks!

[@Bjornandhisguitar]

I love my klon, for recording it’s all I need for session work. When playing live on top of the right overdrive which for me is a protein pedal at the mo! Killer. Bit of a shame they have become so expensive. Everyone should have the pleasure 🙏🙏🙏

[@gregrsvr3947]

I'd give my dangly bits to be able to play like you did on the intro....awesome.

[@dangitdan9938]

😳😂😂😂

[@slamsection7071]

Beautiful playing!