Is This Cheap Hollow-Body A Deal? - Unboxing, Demo, Review

[@RichardONeil]

This video is so refreshing. A dude that doesn't snob out! He tells us that it is not the best guitar, but for under $200 that it is fun to play. It sounded great and looks great. Damian is one of the best on KZbin!

[@Damianblf]

Thank you Richard. I really appreciate the kind words. Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@transformer889]

I don't understand if it looks great and sounds great so what is the problem, just because of the price it is junk , I like somebody judge this guitar by giving it a test drive without knowing the price

[@NoWayOut55]

@@transformer889 When my Wife and I visited friends back east. My one mission was to find a decent acoustic guitar. Where I went was a hotbed of guitars! There were guitars of almost every makeand model. I was looking for one particular Axe. It was a guild fg30. And it has great sound and tone. All of my friends back there were chiding me for not looking at Gibson Hummingbirds, Yamaha Acoustic, Gretsch, Takamine and Martin's. I wanted a Guild. And I found it in a small pawnshop downtown. I've never given much thought to the higher priced items. As such, 12 years later, I play it religiously every day. The ONLY way to play, is what particular Guitar you find and love from the moment you pick it up. Be Well Transformer. And don't forget to practice everyday!!🤝👍👍👍

[@jujijime]

Love your positivity and complete lack of cynicism. Thanks for sharing your talents with us!

[@Damianblf]

Thank you brother. I really appreciate the kind words. :) Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@johnmonroney8614]

Hes Japanese

[@johnmonroney8614]

Nice 20" in the back. Redline?

[@biggayal4149]

@@Damianblf what's that bike behind you?

[@bowenlennon178]

I know Im asking the wrong place but does anybody know of a trick to log back into an instagram account? I somehow lost my password. I would appreciate any assistance you can give me.

[@jamesmcgrath1952]

Nice playing. I'm 68 years old and a brandy new beginner. I just bought my first guitar. I bought a Gretsch G5420T in Aspen green. I'll never be good but I have fun trying to learn lol. Good Vid.

[@eventhisidistaken]

If you want it bad enough, you can do it, even at 68. It takes 10000 hours to master an instrument. For example, 4 hours of playing per day for 6 years. But to get good, not master, is about 1/4 of that. 1 hour per day for 6 years, or 2 per day for 3 years, and you'd be good enough to play rythm for local gigs, if that were your goal.

[@NeoRichardBlake]

@@eventhisidistaken This is some good perspective. And it demonstrates why I still suck after a little more than 2 years. I just don't practice enough, nor correctly. :) I have fun though, and I'm only playing for me, so it works out. ;)

[@lilymae4131]

I'm 65 and just started. I don't expect to get great, but it passes the time and the improvement I do get is rewarding. Have fun and enjoy.

[@AllenGoodman]

Thanks for the motivation, I am 51 and enjoy plucking around. 👍

[@gilb8072]

I am your age too, recently retired and I have taken up the guitar and piano. I don't expect to play in a band but it is satisfying to see that I can learn to play some easy tunes after only a month of practicing an hour a day (30 minutes for each before I go to bed). KZbin has so much material to build your confidence. Good luck!

[@jamesfrancisco3130]

I think the #1 thing I got from your video was: a great guitarist can make anything sound good! You, sir, are an exceptionally talented guitarist. Thank you!

[@leslawrenson9305]

I wandered here by accident - not my style of playing, and I'm not interested in budget guitars. But your presentation hooked me from the off, and I stayed to the end. Can't pay you a bigger compliment.

[@Damianblf]

Thank you Les. Much appreciated. :) Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@ColonelAngus2023]

If you ever want to give a guitar as a gift to a beginner, I highly recommend the Telecaster model. Best $125 I've ever spent.

[@honzo1078]

In my observation, a guy who can really play an instrument can play the instrument, from cheap to quality, and make them all sound pretty good. I once bought a cheap tenor sax and took it to a repair shop to get repadded. Even with old, dried out pads (two missing!) and dry pivots, this guy played some hot jazz and some cool blues. When it was all fixed up, I struggled to get any kind of tone out of it all. Sigh...

[@johndeeregreen4592]

Absolutely. In my over 40 years of musical experience, I can play any decent guitar and make it sound fine. As long as the fretwork is good enough to not lacerate via the fret ends and the action isn't stupid high - with dead frets - I can play something on it. Fact is, I have gigged with Epiphone and Squier instruments with my Gibsons and Fenders... one of my cherished instruments is a Korean Squier Strat my wife bought me.

[@OldeDog_NewTricks]

Yup. I ride off road motorcycles, and I get so sick of all the guys with more money than sense deliberating excessively over all the tech specs of which is the best. My reply is always get better at riding. 99% chance that if you have to ask random people online their opinion then you can’t outperform your machine.

[@Coverswithchords1]

I want one too! Been noodling happily for decades on low budget guitars and I love it. Pure fun, no worries about damage or loss.

[@milowagon]

Great, honest and enjoyable demo. The playing was terrific and the vintage tones very authentic.

[@Damianblf]

Thanks for watching. Much appreciated. Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@jimvandemoter6961]

Major props for using heavier strings with a wound 'G.' I used to have a Guild X-500 and I used a 12 ga set with a wound 'G' and it really gave me the jazz tone. Also more props for your playing, you old jazz man, you.

[@silvrface]

If you don't use a wound G with most wood bridges the intonation will be WAY off! The wound 3rd has to be closer to the neck than a plain 3rd; it's hard to get a clear view but it appears he changed the intonation on the tune-o-matic type bridge and moved the 3rd string saddle forward.

[@pablocortando1]

Damian ,this is the first review I’ve seen you do,not disappointed.great work

[@Damianblf]

Thank you Emma. You're right, this is my very first review. :) Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@barryworrell9451]

Thank you so much for playing it like a jazz guitar first, before adding effects. There's a lots of reviews on here that start off playing it as if it were a rock solid body and never getting around to playing it like it's design to be. So refreshing! Nice sound.😎

[@rockets4kids]

The most amazing thing about that guitar is that it arrived in one piece!

[@Jazzper31]

Please, when you' re done modding it with a setup and wood bridge, post an update!

[@Deliquescentinsight]

That sounds like a respectable guitar! Sounds in tune, and very true! Helps that you are a seasoned player of course, but $189 is a steal.

[@Damianblf]

Thanks for watching the review Michael. Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@vikramjitbanerjeetuki]

Great playing and fantastic tones👍👍👍

[@TropicalLatitude]

Damian could make a broomstick sound good. Great review.

[@Damianblf]

Thanks for watching Kevin and thank you for the kind words. :) Stay Safe & Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@marksmith402]

Very True!

[@chrismosley409]

My thoughts exactly. It’s the player not the guitar.

[@bluwng]

That is the most common insult to a manufacturer that is veiled as a compliment . So this guitar can be pure crap but Damien made it sound good? There are shit instruments that are unplayable and no player posses magic to make it playable.

[@idessaoutlaw]

@@bluwng You're right. Damian has scored a nice guitar for a bargain price. 🎸🎶💃🕺👌😎🤳

[@matthewrussell1299]

I can't believe how much it sounds like a high-end Gretch. Amazing!!

[@thomasd9237]

Very nice, I'm kinda shocked .!!. It's got the sound & the looks & You got the the chops. I might pick one up just for fun☺️

[@Damianblf]

Thank you and thanks for watching the review :)

[@jeffmiller2008]

You can make ANYTHING sound killer. You’re an inspiration for me!

[@felineth56]

Love you Damian! You are a great player, great teacher and a great human being, I've been learning a lot from you, and you play the music I love! Having people like you on you tube is so refreshing especially in those difficult times!....

[@wmfthe5th376]

I've got one of these, and I love it. I added a 1/8" shim under the pickup. I also swapped the ceramic magnets in the pickup with Alnico 4 magnets, which I think improved the tone. The biggest thing - the bridge was held on with double stick tape, and was poorly contoured to fit the soundboard. Removing the tape, and contouring to get more surface area against the body made a very noticeable improvement in the sound, particularly with regard to sympathetic resonance and acoustic volume. The bridge/neck has a weird radius; about 16 degrees. I would do the bridge fitting work before you replace it outright; I think the metal one sounds alright, to be honest.

[@Damianblf]

Thanks for the comment and the heads up. Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@3cardmonty602]

What’s the Scale length? 24.75” (Gibson Scale) or 25.5” (Fender) ?

[@billyellis1597]

Awesome playing and a very beautiful guitar..sounded great..

[@elnawdydawg]

Dig it! Your personal message was exactly what I needed at this moment in my life. Thank you.

[@Damianblf]

Thanks for watching the review George. Glad you enjoyed the message at the end. Keep on rockin' buddy! DAMIAN

[@pierrederesistance]

You're really not supposed to play this well on a KZbin guitar demo. There was no horrible out of tune bending or wobbly vibrato. Also your phrasing was great. I can't support any of this.

[@Damianblf]

Thank you for the comment. :) Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@mattheweastel129]

Exactly right

[@sdfswords]

Spoken like a true Francais, Sacre Bleu!

[@oldmanofcotati]

I agree. I was offended deeply. Or maybe deeply offended. I don't know. I will buy one of these guitars.

[@williamsherman1089]

You go hep-cat!

[@chimubarrueco4266]

Waiting for a video after you upgrade this guitar! Amazing! Saludos desde Chile!

[@fatabeeno]

That was a fine demo and your playing is superb. looks and sounds like a good knock off.

[@TheElectricfishmusic]

Sweet playing man! I loved that little over the fretboard jump at 9:45. I don't need another guitar, but I'm ordering one.

[@TheHifiEnvelope]

I bought one of these in this same finish. I swapped out the tuners for some Grovers, put a bone nut on it, raised the pick up, and tweaked the intonation. With these few improvements it has become an instrument I really enjoy playing. I find a surprising amount of sweet spots with the stock pick up and will be keeping it.

[@dlmullins9054]

I am awaiting mine today. Same one and tracking says scheduled for delivery today on Christmas eve! You do great reviews, Thanks!

[@donnymac575]

Love your playing, double stops, chords, single notes, etc. ❤

[@darrengallagher8051]

Love the playing as always brother.your enthusiasm is infectious ( maybe not the perfect word for these times) I always head straight for a guitar with a smile after watching your videos.please keep up the good work its very much needed especially now🎸

[@Damianblf]

Thank you Darren for the kind words. Keep on rockin' my friend. :)

[@jeffames5385]

I added a pickup shim, upgraded the tuners and replaced the softwood bridge support with a rosewood one - HUGE improvements for a very low cost. The fretboard is very thirsty for several applications of mineral oil. My intonation was a bit off and I cleaned up the nominal fret sprout with a 3M sanding sponge. What a bargain!

[@Damianblf]

Thanks Jeff for sharing that and thank you for watching the review. :)

[@barbmelle3136]

From Leo: Thanks for your demo. What a great rock a billy guitar. You are right abut the P-90. I have shimmed several of them and that really opens up the sound of that P-90. 5/64th's off the string seems to be the sweet spot. In a day when a couple of premium replacement pickups cost $200, that is an amazing guitar.

[@Northeastken]

Very nice guitar for under $200. The fantastic playing by Damian B. Made it sound spectacular. great job with the demo

[@greatvanzini]

I just got my T50 last week! What was I thinking? Oh the pain!!!! Good job. Great show & tell. Dang, I was joking but now hearing you play it, maybe I need a backup! LOL.

[@kervinrodriguez1833]

Love the demo, the guitar looks and sounds great. I’m thinking of getting one after seeing this.

[@dlmullins9054]

You play so effortlessly and are a great informative reviewer. Enjoyed it and learned a lot. Thanks!

[@Damianblf]

Thank you. I really appreciate it. :)

[@XLBiker13]

Great unboxing / demo. And, of course, some tasty licks. Nice work!!

[@SB-ok3xc]

Awesome! I really love that first jazz lick did you post a lesson of it already? Greetings from sunny Sicily! 😎

[@mikemurdock7234]

Been playing cheap guitars for a long time. Squier and Epiphone do a great job with the budget guitars. I love hollow body guitars now LOL. Watching your channel, you're always playing them. Last year I finally treated myself and bought an Epiphone ES-339, and it's quickly become my favorite guitar I've ever owned. Amazingly, it was much cheaper than my Gibson Les Paul and completely blows that guitar out the water. It's something about the ES that sounds lively and has a better feel than my Les Paul. It's been 8 months now and I still don't want to go back to playing my Gibson

[@naduncan100]

I really enjoyed your presentation and comments about the Grote guitar. I bought mine yesterday and so far it sounds great and I am really looking forward to spending some time with it !

[@Damianblf]

Thank you Neil. Enjoy your new Grote. :)

[@alanoffer]

This goes to prove it’s the player not the guitar . As long as the thing innovates and it’s got a pick up it’ll work

[@petersindo6981]

Looks like a Godin Kingpin unit...i just picked up a new one for $400.00 at a salvage store...could not believe it when i saw it. The knock off you have looks and sounds great...great buy and some great sounds your putting out!

[@andimatrus]

First of all, you are an extremely talented player, but the guitar is great as well, to be honest one of the best guitars I have seen in that price range. This "cheap" guitars are anyway made by companies that produce guitars for big companies so they have the experience to make reliable instruments with cheaper materials. I think it sounds amazing for the price.

[@SpiderStratagemVI]

Hey Damian, as always your video does not disappoint! You made that bargain sing right outta the box. I myself am NOT a guitar snob as I found that a real bargain can be turned into a great sounding guitar. Thanks for the demo and keep doing what you do- you rock! Stay safe buddy!

[@JBM_71]

Hey Damien, that guitar sounds the bee's knees. And my compliments on your playing. 😊

[@Damianblf]

Thank you John Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@lewisbirkett4428]

Wow might be tempted to get one of these as an entry level jazz guitar. Stayed for the amazing playing too

[@ryban1001]

You got that baby singing! Beautiful playing put a smile on my face!

[@Damianblf]

Thanks for watching Ryan :)

[@ryban1001]

Damian Bacci thank you for creating!!!

[@SuperChillin11]

Very cool review and Guitar! Enjoyed your demeanor Damian, not pretentious at all, very approachable. Keep at it!

[@tycer18]

Nice to hear the positivity at the end, thanks for that. I'd love this gem in the natural finish but can't find her anywhere!

[@camilo1455]

On Amazon last week (I think)

[@norman2999]

I want to see/hear Brother Damien swingin' AND rockin' & rollin' with a three-stringed-electric-shovel-guitar!! I swear by Bill Haley's Comets, Brother Damien can pick-up anything with strings (get it? pick-up? groan!!), and he'll make it sound Absolutely-Awesome and Super-Swingin'!!!! There's no way around it, Brothers & Sisters, play & practice, along with a healthy dose of nature-given talent!!!! Brother Damien, you inspire us to pick-up(!!) our guitars and and you bring joy to us when you help us to play something we never did before. Thank you for your time, for sharing your knowledge, and for giving us a chance to get better at something that we love soooo much!!!! You are a total class act, Brother!! As for the new Grote, maybe a pick-up(!!) swap? Or just leave it alone and play the heck out of it?! Either way, HAVE FUN!! Take care, Bro!! Your fan & Guitar Bro in Montreal, Canada, Norman.

[@Damianblf]

Thank you Norman for those kind words. They mean a lot to me. Keep on Rockin' my friend :) DAMIAN

[@aWildJosh213]

I own the red variant of this guitar and I LOVE mine. It has a bit of red paint on the binding and that's the only flaw that I can see so far other than the horrible pack job. I use distortion when I play and this guitar actually sounds good with crunchy/distorted tones.

[@seanhartman6496]

Hey, my old Rocket-88 bandmate! I stumbled upon this video and started watching it before I noticed the name of your channel and stared in disbelief for a few moments. Had to click on the link to your website to see some more familiar photos and video of you (it's been a few years!) Awesome work man, Keep it up!

[@Damianblf]

Hey Sean, it's good to hear from you. It's been forever since we last saw each other. Hope all is well with you. If your're still in Florida we'll have to get together sometime.

[@jorgecontreras7631]

Hola Damián, ahí la tendrías que haber probado al stylo Chet o la buena y mejor técnica del thumbpicking

[@slmcmorris7902]

Great review and excellent playing. I just bought the Grote 335 copy, and overall I am impressed. It's a great mod platform guitar. Now you got me sold on adding this one to my collection, too

[@Damianblf]

Thanks for watching Sean. I'll be another Grote review soon on the channel.

[@mns8732]

I've got a grote 335 ish. I bought it from Amazon for 150. I installed better pickups it's.a beautiful thing. Thanks for playing without all that crunch everyone else seems to think is music.

[@Damianblf]

Thanks for leaving a comment & watching the review. :) Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@marksahagian7226]

I bought mine in a bit of a minor lock-down freakout. I completely love it. Trading some gear and getting a red one ASAP.

[@hellodavidryan]

This was a lot of fun. Thanks for braving the crazy cheap realms on our behalf.

[@vooveks]

Just goes to show... I'm a bass player and own a few. I've got a 1979 Musicman Sabre that I paid far too much for, but it doesn't sound as good or have nearly as much mojo as my 1996 Squier P-Bass that I paid not very much at all for. Most of it is technique and a decent amp helps. _Loved_ your playing though, Mister! Lovely stuff.

[@brucebaldy]

sounds good. Surprised the pickup wasn't closer to finger board and the fact it was a slim body jazz box. Very cool.

[@thomasdondero519]

I have 12 guitars and try to not buy any more at age 70 playing since 13 still love em and this is so tempting may have to get it great review and enjoy your other vids and lessons thanks much for sharing your gift/talent with us

[@BabyBoomerChannel]

Damian - I wish you'd do more reviews of hollow and semi hollow bodies - you're opinion is highly respected. Thanks.

[@Damianblf]

Thank you. I hope to do some more in the near future. :)

[@allenongchangco9162]

Thanks for the video Damian. Finally bought one after seeing your video. Saw other youtubers review but you showed its sonic possibilities. My first hollowbody. Came in today with no problems. Thanks again and keep on jazzin'

[@Damianblf]

Awesome. Glad to hear you got a good one like me. Congrats and enjoy the guitar. :) Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@frankjennings8647]

Great vid demo Damian! I just learned about these guitars. Great first electric guitar for parents’ budding teen musicians! I started with a GHoliday “Strat” my Dad bought from Sears about ‘69…probably in the same price class (adjusted for inflation). I performed in a high school garage band in ‘81 for about a month…we were awful but it was fun. I could easily part with less than $200 to give my grand nieces/nephews an opportunity to get started being a guitarist.

[@Damianblf]

Thanks for watching. Glad you enjoyed the review. Cheers :)

[@MartySalo]

Thanks, I'm also in Tampa, FL. I am impressed. I can't play guitar, my left hand is weak, but it is interesting. I'm curious about different strings and whatnot else, who knows? I'm just happy to see the videos.

[@stephenhawkingsfootballboo7885]

All I can say is... WOW! I stumbled upon your channel looking for Grote reviews and instantly became a fan. THANK YOU for reviewing this guitar the way it should be done. I've wanted a quality review of the Grote for awhile and with a few exceptions I usually come across dudes with 1/4 your talent 'playing' through effects pedals until is sounds like mush (some even TAP on these - blasphemy!). Your chill vibe and exemplary chops are beyond refreshing. Consider me subscribed!

[@Damianblf]

Thank you for subscribing and thanks for checking out the review. Glad you enjoyed it. Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@alanhardman2447]

Nice! Looking at it straight-on, I would never have guessed it would be a thin-line axe! And it sounds absolutely marvelous at ANY "price point. "

[@u3all81]

Damian, I gotta say I really enjoy your channel.... I plan to visit and check you lessons out more!! I really love Rockabilly! Stay safe and healthy!!!

[@PeteAxeShields]

Regardless of its price, I love this wee guitar and will be looking out for one asap. Right up my street. I have seen a few reviews and they have all been good. I understand it may require a wee bit of work to get it to my liking but sometimes, that is part of the fun. Wonderful playing Damian. Thanks for the review brother x

[@Damianblf]

Thank you for watching the review Peter. :) Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@kirkscobey3031]

First time viewer! Love your playing! Like the guitar too! I might have to look for one!

[@DC11music]

Awesome playing. seems like a worthwhile purchase.

[@oggrease7720]

You jam wow honestly love your style great tones in your playing awesome attitude to teach !! Great inspiration!!!! Thanks

[@Damianblf]

Thank you for watching the review & for the kind words. :) Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@TRHARTAmericanArtist]

Damien, thanks for the reveal. I bought one and love it. I can't believe how well it plays. I'll probably get some better tuners, but it is great. Thanks so much buddy and keep rockin'.

[@mistertv5380]

The jazz playing examples made me wanting to go to the movie theater lobby for some popcorn.

[@Damianblf]

"Let's all go to the Lobby, Let's all go to the Lobby" lol :) Thanks for watching the review. Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@xrayexmd]

Always a pleasure to hear you play!

[@AncientApparatus]

First time seeing your channel & I'm very impressed & like your style.

[@perihelion7798]

I have this model, and after a few adjustments, it plays and sounds very good. I did replace the pickguard, and I shimmed up the P 90 about 3/16", as it was too low. Changed the strings also. It does have a wood block in it, like a ES 335, so not horrible feedback. I like it a lot. It appears to be a copy of a Gibson L25T, or a similar Epiphone model. Good review-thanks.

[@Damianblf]

Thanks for watching the review. Much appreciated. Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@brianwells4507]

@@Damianblf guy's thanks so much on the heads up on this! I'm gonna get me 1, before they jack up the price😎

[@dogjaw14225]

Where did you find that P90 shim?

[@perihelion7798]

@@dogjaw14225 I made it from a P 90 plastic pickup ring. Works great.

[@dogjaw14225]

@@perihelion7798 Cool Thanks

[@northbayguitar]

Great demo, wish more demo's covered as much ground as you did here. Ive worked on several Grote guitars for players, put on new strings, neck and pickup adjusting, some fret work. Weakest point in relation to the actual sound is if they have a plastic headstock saddle. Replace that, and with a few touches here and there Grotes are very decent playing and sounding guitars. Grote also seems to do better with set neck designs than bolt on, overall.

[@daviddouglas7950]

This was great Damian! Oh no, you've got me curious. Might just stroll on over to Amazon. Lot of fun & great musicianship, I'll be back. Thanks man! Dave in the Adirondacks

[@Damianblf]

Thanks for watching Dave. Much appreciated. Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@tomturcitunes]

Man you're playing is wicked, anyone who can play guitar without ANY FX and make it that clean and tight is GOOD.

[@Damianblf]

Thank you Tom :)

[@harleyveejay]

Damian, thank you for your positive attitude and great videos. This review was really enjoyable, stay healthy please, we need you.

[@yellowsnow9731]

Just bought this from Amazon, after watching your video. I live in Brandon, so I figured I could trust your word on it. 😎 Thanks.

[@Damianblf]

Thank you for watching the review. Hope you're enjoying your Grote.

[@davidfox3374]

live in Tampa Bay also and just got one of these. Im happy with it

[@Damianblf]

Thanks for watching the demo David. Keep on Rockin' & enjoy your Grote :)

[@sbrown1953]

Very enjoyable demonstration, you really brought out the best in that guitar.

[@Damianblf]

Thank you. I really appreciate it. :)

[@paulschauerman2052]

Great playing as ever! Any chance of you doing a lesson on some of those progressions?

[@marccarter1350]

You look and sound like your presenting a kids TV show! A decent review of a cheapo guitar. You play well sir :-) Love the Minor Threat poster. Brings back memorys of the mid to late 1980's!

[@drews879]

Sounds good , you play very well. It was a pleasure hearing you play! I like the guitar, it's a very good deal!

[@skateborg]

Now that was pure guitar entertainment. Well worth the price of admission. It's now February 2021, or about seven months post-unboxing of this charmed instrument. How's the neck look? Still straight and true? Have any of the stock parts or "economy" construction presented any issues? Let us all know. And THANKS kindly for all the inspiration you bring to the world. :-) Cheers from San Francisco!

[@Damianblf]

Thanks for watching Kevin. The guitar is still doing good, no issues have come up yet. I'm actually looking at getting another Grote guitar. I saw that they recently put out another Jazz guitar and it's peeking my interest. :) Keep on Rockin' DAMIAN

[@zenmaster6780]

Great playing! Sold me on this guitar. I’ve been looking at it for weeks

[@a.jacobson2932]

Love the style. Made me stroll down memory lane,...the memory of my Dad & Mom's era...very nostalgic. Thumbs up and I may now start to practice some rock-a-Billy rifts in between the Metallica, Megadeath, Sabbath, songs that are part of my routine. BTW, you got my sub. Keep up the good work. There is a niche for nostalgia in this era so it's always good to see that others might be interested in it as well..

[@Lalairu]

If frets are nice and stays in tune... sounds good to me! Thanks for the review!

[@justiceforall6412]

Damn nice fret work Damian

[@johnviolette5511]

Damian, you could make strings on a box of cornflakes sound good. Awesome playing. Great review...

[@ukebox00oftheworld63]

How many of you out there thought at the onset of the video pre box opening that this guitar was going to sound like a bucket of old spoons? Wow was we surprised. Nice chops my man.

[@ravenslaves]

If we're being perfectly honest, and we've been there, not all of those old vintage guitars were always that great. Gretsch, for example, had some pretty bad Quality Control. And not every Gibson or Epiphone that came off the line was "spectacular". SO, if I can get a decent guitar at $200 that's probably as good as a lot of the originals...then that's a damn good deal. And at that price, I can mod it anyway I like, without any guilt at all. ...or just leave it stock....sounded like a ES-T to me.

[@bobweird2399]

I have played some really, really bad modern Gibson 335's before. As you say, price is drfiniely not equal to quality.

[@kevinmorrice]

ive heard a guy playing 2 old 40's gibson acoustics, same model, unrestored, one sounded like a cat in a blender and the other sounded like a world class choir

[@cynthiaguy8818]

What a great review.. Thank you for your words of wisdom. Hope you have a great New Year too.🎸❤🧘‍♀️🕊❤🎸

[@Damianblf]

Thanks for watching & Happy New Year to you as well. :)

[@billycallen3683]

Great demo for this under the radar guitar. I got one a couple of months ago. A lot of guitar for the buck. Dig the MInor Threat poster!

[@johnnybx3254]

What are some great budget hollow body guitars? Thanks for sharing!👍👏👏

[@bazjaddley6369]

I have and know a couple of people who have managed to pick up second hand antoria jazzstars cheap (like £250) they're amazing for the money. They're huge + weigh an absolute ton, top frets and neck, plays nicer than a Les Paul/gretsch electromatic, heavy guage flatwounds and a few experiments with pickups and I have my dream guitar. (But the stuff they come with as a standard is good). Worth sticking on the watchlist

[@rogerdavidson3716]

Thanks for the great unbiased review Damian....and thanks for the ongoing positivity mate 👍👍👍

[@Damianblf]

Thank you Roger. Much appreciated. :)

[@magnoliasstressus]

Thanks for this Damian! Enjoyed the review and the playing...

[@Damianblf]

Thank you for watching the review. :)