2024 Recap | Highlights And Struggles

[@michaelpanda-wq7cm]

I don't know about the quantity of subscribers, etc., but the quality of this channel and the quality of the community around is what matters for me! Lately, I found myself subscribed to just a few guitar channels, because these are THE ones that are interesting and impressive. And this one is always on the top of the list, no matter what the stats are. It feels like coming to hang with old good friend talking about guitars and stuff... . Thanks for your approach, content, and attitude. 🤝❤️🤘

[@KrisBarocsi]

@@michaelpanda-wq7cm You have no idea how much this means to me. You guys are literally the best people to hang out and talk guitars with. Thank you for sticking around. 🤘😊

[@adampatterson9650]

I enjoy every aspect of your channel, I think the gear reviews are truly sincere, it would be nice to have the odd interview with the pedal/amp/guitar designer or tech team so that we can learn what they were going for and why. A series about travelling guitar techs how they setup for gigs, tips and tricks for a seamless show etc just an idea. Thanks for an awesome 2024 and have a great new year.

[@lukaslmguitarcorner]

Really looking forward to your album! You're one of my favorite Guitarists on KZbin. Merry Christmas and happy new year Kris

[@KrisBarocsi]

aww man, thanks so much! I can't wait to bring it out. The mastered songs sound really good. :) Have an awesome new year bud!

[@АртёмКонцур-б6у]

Hi Kris! Thank you so much for all the content you did this year! This channel is one of the best guitar channels on youtube. Wish you at least 100k subs in 2025. Please do more videos about guitar mods. I like It so much!

[@shadrackperez7325]

Man!!!! Budapest video was AWESOME!!!!!! never seen you like that. Great video btw.

[@KrisBarocsi]

Really glad you liked it!, I'll never forget that whole project. Cheers and have a killer new year!

[@RenanSilva-ue5jp]

keep going and the growth will kick in. your content is brilliant and it will grow exponentially not linearly, different from what you mentioned. when... Idk, but if you keep going the way you are, it is inevitable! thanks for all the great content! and looking forward to see you fly high in 2025!

[@ampgent]

Congrats on another year of making great guitar content!

[@KrisBarocsi]

@@ampgent Thanks so much!

[@rolandjuhasz3405]

Well done on your channel, quality content and a good positive vibe ! Great playing too cheers Merry Christmas

[@MrLespaul2000]

Great channel Kris. The content for me personally is spot on and I can't even think of anything to improve it. I await the album and the completion of that Junior. Anyway, have a great New Year and all the best for 2025. Cheers.

[@KrisBarocsi]

@@MrLespaul2000 thank you so much mate! Have an awesome new year.

[@agatzebluz]

Well Kris, the growth is definitely deserved and will come stronger in the month to come I am sure of it. When you look at the figures ... well almost 50 000 subscribers, it is 3 times the population of my town !!! This is amazing. But I understand the frustration, because you obviously invest a lot of time in your own channel (and work fulltime for Thomann's !!). I am not concerned, you will get there because your content is interesting, the quality is really good and you project good vibes. Oh and you play amazing, that should count a bit also 🙂 As for the content itself, I must say that I am not a pedal person so I don't always watch every video about that, but still a lot, for sure. And you are one of the few that can force me to get stuck to my chair for that kind of content ;-) I enjoy much more the tech side of things and I will love the modding of the LP Jr. Please take care, have a nice holiday season and we will see you soon in 2025. I am looking forward to it.

[@KrisBarocsi]

I really, really appreciate that my man and I wish the best possible new year to you!

[@agatzebluz]

@@KrisBarocsi thank you Kris. The best also to you and your family

[@matzer8846]

Well .... once got asked by an English KZbinr: "what can i change to make me channel more appealing to you ..." me answer was: "i came here - and stayed - because you are like you are and i like it this/your way ... no need to change anything4me" Don't worry too much man

[@szneka12]

This!

[@KrisBarocsi]

[@thamashu]

Nice recap Kris! It's great that You have this channel! I just love your style and all the information you share, even though I use a very different setup. I like your "thinking" videos a lot (like the guitar tone thing) and also loved the insights about recording and creating your album. I'd be happy to see more content like those from you while I know that the album is ready! (Woohoo!!!) And I just can't wait for its release! 🤩I wish You (and Your Loved Ones) a Happy New Year!🎆

[@horschy4856]

Hi Kris, congrats for all you've achieved this year! I started watching your videos at the beginning of covid and I still enjoy it. You are a great guy, and it's great to see how much effort you still put into your channel. Have a relaxed rest of 2024 and a great 2025. I will definitely be there 🤙

[@KrisBarocsi]

Ohh man, thanks so much for the kind words. Really happy to hear that. Happy new year!

[@CrazedFandango]

I'm a fairly new subscriber. I like both the demos and instructional content.

[@Andergast_guitar]

I just discovered your channel this year through the D40 video and nobody made that amp sound soooo good like you did. Must have watched that video a dozen times. I really dig your style and format, so best wishes for the channel to grow the way you want it to. Looking forward to the album. Have a happy 2025, Kris!

[@KrisBarocsi]

Thanks a lot, glad you found the channel dude!

[@arrel.musica]

You play so so well Kris, I think we all would love some lessons :D

[@pierresaucourt5894]

Kris, I love your channel. Please don't stop! You deserve more suscribers.

[@herbst1398]

Kris - wünsche dir ein frohes Fest und guten Rutsch in die Top 10 : ) Gruß aus Hessen

[@AgentBlackCrow]

Hey Kris, just followed a YT suggestion for this video after watching something else. I always loved watching you from the big T channel and to now see you on your own is even better. Great selection of videos to get stuck into and get myself up to date. Keep going and things will turn for the better. Some of my favourite channels, like Bibl Rocks and JayLeonardJ are struggling even more after years of being at it. Well, your subscriber count just went up by one! ❤

[@KrisBarocsi]

Your sub is much appreciated! Jay is a legend and a sweetheart, one of those dudes that deserve all the success in the world. Have a great new year soon. :)

[@axelwalker6715]

I came here because I know you from the Thomann channel. And since you seem to be a nice guy who knows what he's talking about, I stayed. I'm not much of a commenter, but I appreciate your efforts!! Keep going! 👍🤘🎸

[@KrisBarocsi]

@@axelwalker6715 Thanks very much Axel! 🙏

[@mac_thor]

Hello Kris. Thank you for your videos. My genre of music is metal, but I'm always happy to see your videos and your well-founded opinion. I would be very happy to see more modding videos, every guitarist can use them as an inspiration. I saw all of your videos in 2024 but rarely left a like or comment. In 2025, I will make an effort to like and comment on the videos more so that your channel can continue to grow as it deserves. Best wishes for 2025 from Erlangen, Thomas

[@stanesposito2664]

Merry Christmas / Happy New Year!

[@ericgiova1663]

Feliz Navidad y Feliz Año 2025.

[@Paul_Lenard_Ewing]

I know how you feel as I have a Blog, Stomp Box Steals and I know have over 1,328.000 but it took 9 years. I can remember when I got to 3 and was amazed as it meant 'a few' not just 'a visitor', LOL I found in the end people come to hear and see a point of view, not just display of flash guitar without even a comment. They want to hear enthusiasm but they want to see disappointment when it is valid. They totally hate to see indifference.

[@frantisca]

Hi Kris: yeah, it's a lot of work and can seem ungratifying sometimes... I know quite a bit of KZbinrs that feel that way: the solitude of a slope skier who runs against himself. You're doing pretty good stuff in a very friendly, communicative way. As long as you have fun and feel the need to share, just keep on ! You're doing great: cheers :) Rene

[@ralvknights]

Suscribed again. I unsuscribed from many channels because they increase my gear GAS. But Kris is an amazing player and demo pedals like a pro.

[@seanzinger]

Love your playing, man. I usually end up stealing something from you everytime I catch a video.

[@KrisBarocsi]

Haha, go ahead and steal what you want and what you can use. We all do that all the time, that's what keeps us inspired. Cheers bud!

[@NehirF]

Great channel, thank you and Merry Xmas.

[@KrisBarocsi]

Thanks a lot, same back to you!

[@matzer8846]

Merry Xmas & all the best 🎄 Congrats ... new album Looking forward to see a lot more from you in 2025

[@dossdn]

Unfortunately, I can onl subscribe once. 😄I really enjoy the channel. Please keep on going. Big thanks and all the best for you in 2025.

[@tubeworkshop]

Kris, the last part of your video (talking about channel growth) really stuck to my mind. I can tell from my heart, that your channel is one of the highest quality KZbin Channels when it comes to Gear-Reviews and Sound Demos. And I know a lot of channels... Offering the highest quality, doesn't automatically make you the most popular one. Ask me, how it know that as a builder of Premium, Hand-Wired Tube Amps... 😆 But I think the most important thing is to stick to your values and quality standards and not trying to be "fancy" to have some short-term results. That will not be yourself. At least that's my believe: Quality will always pay out in Long-Term... but it's a Rocky Road!

[@lukasmotzing5379]

Thx for the Review Mate, man you made an incredible job on your own Channel this year (favs, pjd mod plus budapest) just beside your regular Thomann job, Family and your Album, hope really to see you next year in person on tour or may on summit Best regards enjoy your Weekend and new years Celebration incl. 3 kings day😂 So nochmal auf normal😸, hast n geilen job des jahr gmochd, stimd war echd voll gebaggd, aber es kam viel rum, eindrügge, moddds, un viel mugge, wünsch dir von Herze einen guddn stard ins neue jahr mid drei könich dag und das mer und hoffendlich mol hoffedlich persönlich dreffa, moch dich und den stil den du auf deinem kanaal bedreibst ❤ gehab di wol und alles gude für dich un dei Familie 👍 LG Luke

[@IkBenSuperLief]

Krisje, je hebt een super waardevol en tof kanaal, punt! "Growth for the sake of growth is the ideology of a cancer cell."

[@KrisBarocsi]

uhh, that's painfully accurate. Thanks for the perspective, it helps. :) Merry xmas!

[@Paul-D]

I think the Thoman channel holds this one back - from a viewers perspective. If you look at any channel that also works on a bigger main channel its always the same. You have a choice to make - either way your stuff is awesome

[@glensorrentino337]

yes, but you have 50,000 analog vintage guys which are a direct reflection of you Kris. Quality viewers over quantity! lol Great job on content and hard work. The numbers will hit a critical and rise quickly. The hundredth monkey!

[@raul2050]

The channel, if I'm not mistaken, is focused on reviews. Perhaps opening up the spectrum would help. I'm very passionate about guitar tones, both electric and acoustic. On the other hand, there's the educational aspect, which could also be explored. And I think wrapping the content in a way that seems like a story is being told could also help. You are doing a very good job.

[@FendCore]

Please don't focus on numbers, I'm afraid that looking after more subscribers too much would compromised the content! You're one of the only guitar channel I still take the time to watch... Because you talk to kinda geeks like you, probably a bit of a "niche" audience, but that allow you to go much deeper into the subjects than others. As always, quality isn't link to quantity. If numbers aren't reflecting enough all the energy you dedicate to your channel, I would suggest you to compare the comment section of the "successfull guitar channels" you mentionned :P With love 😙

[@gabortoth3194]

2 Things 1. Shut up and take my money, i want to hear your Album! 2. Did you just say Budapeszt? 😂 azert annyira nem jöttel el regen hazulrol Amazing guitar and Video editing job as always! Merry Christmas and a Happy New year

[@PooNinja]

9:02 REVV Rules 15:36 I gained 4 subscribers this year 😂

[@KrisBarocsi]

1. 100% 2. yeah man it's just youtube, isn't it. Most channels get buried under millions of other channels. 😅 This whole "let's make youtube videos" madness went completely crazy during the pandemic. Now social media is flooded with people uploading videos and trying to stand out. 🤪

[@PooNinja]

@ you’ve seen my content, im not looking to go viral. I lost some funny content starting and restarting my channel a few times but im happy just to enjoy the view and jam along with earth until the Sun swallows us all. Have a prosperous next orbit Sir

[@CorNigrum]

I like your videos. I like your calm and personable style. From my own egocentric view, if somebody makes a video about something that interests me, I might watch it several times. If it doesn't belong to my interests, I skip it all together. I think growth comes from being the first to review a very coveted product, so you'd have to be well connected and, well, first. You should decide for yourself if that's the way you want to go, or rather review some less common alternatives and spend some more time in making a quality video rather than serially reviewing products after using them for a few hours. I respect Pete Thorn, he's a great musician and his videos show quite honestly what a new product can do, but I don't think he uses most of what he reviews. It's just a different ballpark than spending more time talking about your own experiences and projects. It's a different sort of subscriber that just wants to be first to know about a hot new product versus actually having interest in the person behind the channel. My best wishes for 2025!

[@Ic3Ang3l]

Everytime I hear someone saying that he dont like tweaking while playing a digital rig I dont get it. Havent you a huge ass pedalboard? Most of the time using digital Amps you are just tweaking with the Amp and IRs. Thats so much less stuff to work with compared to the pedals. Sure you may have some modulation stuff in your chain too but most of the modulation pedals like those bigger strymons need to get programmed anyway. I just dont get it.

[@jamesonpace726]

Thing is, 1 day you wake up & ask, "how the hell did I get to 60?" Beats the alternative, as they say....

[@KrisBarocsi]

Man, when that day comes, I'll definitely say to myself "dude, jamesonpace totally knew it better". 😁 Thanks buddy, have a great new year!

[@PaulCooksStuff]

Do what you enjoy. Easy for me to say when I don't need youtube to pay my bills. The almighty algorithm seems to force the stat chasers into clickbait titles, gormless thumbnail faces, endless shorts, staged controversy etc. I seem to drift away from the obvious exploits after a while, but it also seems I'm the exception.

[@basoud9096]

People subscribe!!! Any guitarlover should be a subscriber. Great video’s, reviews, musical idea’s and content. Kris and Shane Theriot have my favourite KZbin channel’s but have not a fraction of the subscribers they deserve to have regarding the quality of the content. Keep it up Kris 🫶🏻🎸; and happy 2025🎇