Modern Single Cut Guitar Metal Shootout!

[@andertons]

Maybe I should have made the marking clearer in this video. Jamie’s scores are based on how much he personally liked the guitars & which he’d be most likely to use/play. The scores don’t reflect build quality, and it’s just Jamie’s opinion. And don’t forget - all those “you’ve won something” comments that look like they’re from Andertons are ALL a scam. Cheers, Lee 🤘

[@charlesware5767]

I'm naming the house band The Andertones.

[@michaelsnydermusic]

Yeah, at the beginning you said you wanted his objective (not subjective) review but I thought it was quite clear what you meant as you explained. Great video Lee and Jaime!

[@heavychonkerssteviek8691]

I didn't really win a guitar? 😢

[@gregmize01]

@@charlesware5767 YES!!!!!!!🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@NelsonBlakeII]

You can always tell when a player is genuinely enjoying a guitar by how they play. He honestly explored the Chapman. He was ready to put the traditionals down immediately.

[@JamieSlays]

Thanks! I tried to enjoy each one as much as possible

[@srh361]

He " explored" every guitar he played and to say he was ready to put the others down is crazy, sure he liked it but to say the rest is crazy.

[@275rambler]

i felt the same watching him play.his hands sorta melted into the guitar,but after playing/hearing a few chugs,that guitar melted into him,plain as day. 100

[@jojojojojojojojojojojojob]

its not a secret.. modern guitars are just waaaaaaaaaaaay better to play.. all the modern ergonomics plus practical specs that just makes sense.. traditional guitar makers just want to stay in the 50s.. i think the industry should really just move on and make modern guitars the standard..

[@Liam94Smith]

​@@jojojojojojojojojojojojobIt's all about opinion and how a different person playing different genres enjoys the feel of a guitar. It's not as clear cut as you're pretending here. I play anything from Thrash metal to classic rock etc and I prefer the feel of my tele neck which is thicker than my Ibanez.

[@gumpymcbarfbag3884]

We need an andertons in the usa, sweetwater is great, love the candy and the company but you guys really dig deep and shine with your customer relationship. You guys are like the beatles over here, no lie.

[@MaestroJericho]

I think ESP Eclipse/EC1000 in Vintage black is the ultimate modern metal single cut. I'd go Eclipse, PRS, Schecter Solo rules the market modern single cut market in mid-tier and high end guitars. Not to mention ESP/Schecters come with traditional models with PAF style pickups or the option for something more modern like Fluences or whatever. I do hope Jackson comes out with a USA Monarch line if their Soloists do better than the recent MJ Dinkys.

[@TYLERtheMAGGOT1]

LTD EC-1000 is the best bang for buck singlecut guitar. Amazing quality, specs and sound.

[@Lord_Raptor]

Facts.

[@DennisFeinsteinCEO]

I only WISH there was a 5 way or coil tap on them

[@gainonten4031]

Hated the neck its too thin

[@panamajack5972]

What's the difference between it and any other 1000 dollar+ guitar?

[@Вадим-з7к7н]

Она лучше, чем Sire L7?!

[@duncansbuddy]

Am beginning to see that the Captain absolutely has all under control. Getting a good player in who cares little for the Les Paul type guitars to rate them was genius.

[@275rambler]

even novice players know single cuts suck for drop tuning. the genius is the designer that "dropped the tunamatic"!

[@duncansbuddy]

@@275rambler kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZiuhXafaMaUo5I

[@bengribben569]

@@275rambler How do they suck for drop tuning ? Genuinely curious, because I think they are fantastic

[@275rambler]

@@bengribben569 The shorter scale length on the single cuts make them much more difficult to play than compared to an RG4 or Strat. The longer scale length of the double cuts require less string tension,making it easier to bend,slide,hammer on,pull off or vibrato.The term "suck" is comparitive.

[@bengribben569]

@@275rambler I have 9-42s on my longer scale length strats and 10-46s on my single cut ESP and they feel about the same, for me getting rid of the issue of string tension. Id argue your point on 'longer scale length requiring less string tension' is a bit backwards as with a longer scale length and tighter strings wouldn't most things become heavier and more difficult? I do see your point about the shorter scale length being more difficult to play tho, especially if you play closer to the bridge.

[@PFSlash]

Watching a ginger man play Enter Sandman for 40 minutes was not my initial plan for this fine Saturday.

[@oliverjames7315]

Racist

[@RobChappers]

What a shill!! Cheques in the mail Jamie, great job LOL! No seriously, it’s great to see you shooting videos with the Capt, looking forward to meeting you soon, maybe when I’m over in Oct?! 🤘🏽

[@JamieSlays]

Haha thanks mate 🙏 nice to E-meet you also!

[@stevendearden8030]

I've said it before & I'll say it again, Chapman Pro series look and sound awesome, but I can't bring myself to buy one until they start putting inlays on the fretboard. Despite playing for 35 years, I still prefer a guitar with inlays. Perhaps it was just a bad experience with a Jackson PC1 when I was younger, but the fretboard just looks naked to me. Pity, otherwise I would get one in a heartbeat.

[@supergoat94]

I have one of those Tremonti's and absolutely love it. It's my Drop C guitar.

[@Chris_Nouvelli]

Same here. Love my Tremonti! Any other tuning would seem in poor taste 😂

[@michaelsnydermusic]

Lee was straight galloping in the intro! Well done!! 🤘🎸

[@troykinnison4575]

Had to rewind an listen , look again an yes indeed he was !!!

[@terryavery9918]

He NAILED IT, stating Ibanez, Jackson and ESP as the "metal" guitars. Those are also my top choices, so I am in agreement, considering the "Gibson" has been used for just about every genre, but the before mentioned exude the "metal" much better. If there is one other to mention is Schecter, to which also makes some kick-ass metal based guitars every bit as good or even better in some cases.

[@Dave-nh8iv]

PRS Tremonti for me. The only guitar in my collection that was set up properly. PRS quality is consistently reliable.

[@benlogan430]

Having had three LTD guitars I can tell you that they definitely feel and sound different than a more traditional LP. They are definitely more modern in sound and feel for certain.

[@jconner3891]

💯. Esp ltd are fabulous guitars.

[@tusharjamwal]

you should have said you have 5 LTDs and 4 Gibson LPs, give you that extra oomph in credibility in being able to compare them with each other ;)

[@jconner3891]

@@tusharjamwal can’t speak for anyone else. I have a esp eclipse and Gibson Les Paul modern at the moment. I love both equally.🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘💯❤️

[@mikebodnarchuk2056]

57/66 emgs are not passive! Marty wasn’t on Peace Sells and it was Paul Stanley that had the Iceman guitar not Ace Frehley

[@JamieSlays]

Yeh I know sorry. I panicked under pressure

[@mikebodnarchuk2056]

@@JamieSlays haha I would too! Just wanted to point those out haha it’s all good man! Rock on!

[@gentlewolf1279]

The SIRE LP is actually really killer. Love their stuff

[@jodymoses156]

Absolutely I have one! It’s great!

[@nanomecanico666]

He didn't like because he is a metal player, and sire its a more classic rock type of guitar

[@radioreplay]

I have a Sire L7 and I love it. So nice

[@gentlewolf1279]

@@roaringsteelmedia Ya... was surprised

[@BrandonBames]

Lol Lee reeeeally didn't appreciated his 3/10 rating for the Sire.

[@metalliholic]

Definitely more than 3/10 for sure wtf lol should have been at least a 7

[@Gene_Cali]

The "Shill" and " Now it's a ten!" remarks put such a smile on my face.😄 Your podcast is a joy to watch, and Lee is the glue that makes it all work. Thank you and Cheers.🍻

[@DouglasRosser]

For a hot second, I thought that was fire belching Ola Englund

[@ak47dragunov]

Marty didn't play on Peace Sells, Jamie

[@JamieSlays]

Sorry :( I panicked under pressure 😅

[@stanislavmigra]

Yep, Chris Effin Poland

[@Theartofshredding]

The fact that he thought it was Marty, is a huge compliment to Chris Poland’s playing lol

[@SD0409]

I tryed an Epiphone Les Paul back to back with an Eclipse back when I was on the market for one or the other. I went with the LTD. The best decision ever. The best bang for the buck in my book. The thing costed a bit less than the LP I tryed out, but played better, stayed in tune better, just felt better overall. The only drawback, but you could say that for the both of them, was the weight. Both are quite heavy guitars...

[@Lord_Raptor]

I love Epis, but LTD blows them out of the water. Just as ESP does to Gibson.

[@seanmorgan9020]

It's quite mad that Lee seems to be having a metal renaissance and I love it.

[@liamh9814]

That purple is amazing. I had a cheap space motorbike toy in about 1974 that was that colour.

[@Hiro.the.God.]

The black and purple one in the beginning were just beautiful.

[@davidaustin6271]

Great video... Lee is so entertaining and "at home", love this channel to death. The Chapman surprised me and is super appealing as an LP, and not just for Sandman tones. Love it, and it's very fair price tag. I do wish we had a relevant/similar Schecter Solo-II within this group, as it's so much right where they live.

[@dennisapplegate7553]

Bought one when they were released, absolutely love it! Put Seth Lovers in it .QC fit finish incredible , playability fantastic . And I own a 1956 and 69 Goldtop.

[@mayatmaot]

I own the old version of the epiphone prophecy les paul with the emgs. And i freaking love it. To me at least, it blends modern feel and sound with a slightly traditional look.

[@mikeg6666]

Nice! I have 3 Epi's myself and love them , they're great guitar's and for a decent price...

[@ThePatricius12345]

Me too, its great!

[@farqueleyou7578]

Ugh man I woulda killed for one of those, Fishmans sound like nails on a chalkboard to me

[@chrisb8997]

I have a Tremonti and love it. I am planning on better pickups. The Chapman is killer. It just made my most wanted list.

[@ravusursi893]

I bought a Charvel Desolation DS1 with Seymour Duncan Blackout pickups from Anderton’s back in 2014. I still have it and I will never part with it, it’s one of the best SC types I’ve ever had, it plays beautifully!

[@Sonny_AA]

I was always curious about those. I remember the Andertons vid for them. I see them pop up once in a while. Might have to take a closer look.

[@ravusursi893]

@@Sonny_AA If you do, make sure it’s the one with the SD Blackout pickups. There were a few models if I remember correctly, one came with EMG pickups and one came with Charvel’s own. Also, some came with vibrato and others (mine) came with solid tail. You won’t be disappointed if you pick one up!

[@Boots_McScoots]

I have one of the doublecut versions, plays great. It does have the Charvel pickups, which I'll ditch some year lol

[@martinclayton7260]

There's nothing wrong with proving that a Chapman was better than the others? It's all down to preference anyway.

[@Bacontruffle]

Judging from his reactions, the Chapman had a big advantage of being a lot closer to his normally preferred guitars I do feel like this also proved that out of the more traditional modern LP-shaped guitars, ESP still absolutely kills it. I only recently was finally able to hunt down an Eclipse myself (and E-II, sadly very little shops in the Netherlands carry ESP guitars) and I can see why a lot of bands started playing ESP's. They are just very very refined guitars. Perhaps a bit too much, I personally like it, but I can see how some people feel like they're a bit too much the same. The binding on the one I got really shows the craftsmanship though, I have tried a good few Gibsons and there's always some scuffedness about the binding, or some toolmarks on the fretboard. None of that whatsoever on the ESP's, absolute perfection, despite having actual binding. (the binding on mine has already started going ever so slightly cream-colored)

[@nicolasvillafane6547]

11:57 Epiphone Les Paul 17:49 ESP 28:07 Chapman 33:33 PRS

[@jimmyjimmy951]

I don’t care that you are a share holder of Chapman. I would have picked the ML over all of theses and some. 👍🇦🇺

[@vladimirpoutine7522]

The LP will always be my fav for metal playing.

[@275rambler]

one of my favorite episodes !!!!and that "no Influence" Chapman is a bad ass Axe!! Winner hands down! And he didn't use the coil split???!!!! The price point is reflective,however,you can hear it in the tone and see the ease of play almost immediately.All gain,no verb. AWESOME SHOW!! #getchapull #refugeesstudios

[@chrisggoodwin777]

I got a Kiesel CS6 to fill my LP-style guitar wants. it has the traditional look but more modern features I like, such as 24 frets, 25.5" scale, sculpted heel joint for high fret access, straight string pull through the nut, string-through body, tung oil neck finish, locking tuners, thinner neck profile, and thinner body to reduce weight (it's under 8lbs). if I were to pick one of these off the list, I'd probably go with the LTD or the Tremonti

[@jakewilson7211]

This is the first time I’ve thought the evh sounds terrible, well done lads

[@Claimjumper55]

I love single cuts for all types of music. I've owned, or played, a number of these and I'd rank them: LTD, Chapman, PRS, Jackson, Epiphone, HB. My absolute favorite single cut is an ESP E-II Eclipse but they're definitely in a higher price category.

[@vhcxhbvg]

Chapman over PRS? Im assuming you're referring to old SE models. If so that's not fair

[@Claimjumper55]

@@vhcxhbvg No, I really liked my PRS SE CU24 but I like the Chapman Pro better. Not by a lot though. If PRS would put decent pickups in them it would have turned out different.

[@voodoogcarlos4393]

@@Claimjumper55Brother....they are the same pickups, if they have no markings or logos. They're G&B pickups. The Chapman ML7T I had, had them. Replaced with Pegasus Sentient set. Sold after 2 years. Paid $220 for it. sold for more with upgraded pickups. Just saying they're made in the same factories. Chapman couldn't help himself with a behind the scenes video where he shows (intentionally or not) PRS SEs, Schecter, LTD, Variax, and others made by the same people in South Korea. And yes Pegasus Sentient (in the Chapman) set along with Nazgul Sentient set are highly addictive.

[@tomahoks]

HB? What’s that.

[@Claimjumper55]

@@tomahoks Harley Benton

[@MrShadowblue25]

Thar purple monarch looks fantastic

[@timbrokkoli7386]

I feel like this is one of the most honest and unbiased review of les Paul type guitars we’re ever going to get 😅

[@emptyMan0]

I haven't played a Chapman but I would expect to come to the same conclusion because of the scale length and weight.

[@jarredbaca8112]

I picked up a tremonti SE last week, and the fret job was incredible for the price. Came out with better frets than my Gibson 2021 LP classic lol. Really feels like a US guitar, but the trem system isn't my fav. It's fun and works great, but I think it's just my personal taste for fixed bridges better! The pickups were killer too and really squeal well :) can't recommend it enough, and the flame veneer top looks incredible

[@tragically1969]

All available from Andertons you say, but the ESP is on pre-order???? I'm always perplexed by how many guitars you have listed but not in stock.

[@FabrizioPeretti]

Can't believe you let this out the same day I went looking for a single cut "les paul custom" style guitar. LOL, I can't afford any guitar I like .

[@BananaRaccoon]

Definitely need to try a Chapman now!

[@michaelgallegos8811]

Great video nice Seeing Jamie there yes the Chapman was my favorite very nice growl to it wish I Could get one through Sweetwater cuz of payment plan.

[@KappaDoge]

After watching Andertons for over a decade, that must be the first A7X riff I've heard.

[@RealGengarTV]

I got to say, if your all about playing slayer, the PRS had some killer pinch harmonics and also has a floating bridge.. i really liked that

[@JamieSlays]

Gengar is my favourite

[@RealGengarTV]

@@JamieSlays i gotta say that the Jackson definitely has a "Gengar vibe"

[@MaxRadin]

I've got a Chapman ML-2 - I paid $300 for it used and it's fantastic - beats all my other guitars hands down. It's the one I play out with. Great pickups, 24 frets, big neck, lightweight, stays in tune. I'm thinking of getting another--the Peter Greenish Goldtop.

[@AbaGadol420]

would love to see how a Schecter solo II custom compares to these

[@thomasraven]

Yeah, that's a huge omission.

[@MaestroJericho]

I'd say it's second only to the ESP as far as specs/parts/quality out the door. USA pickups, locking tuners, actual Tonepros bridge, MIK quality.

[@ryanespinoza7297]

@@MaestroJericho the Korean LTD and Schecters are made in the same factory. You won’t get any higher quality without going up to Japanese made ESP at a higher price point

[@JLindebergful]

A Schecter Solo II Blackjack would be more fitting

[@schecterseven3894]

I like Schecter, Have four of them.

[@astroblaster1581]

If the Chapman had the purple mirror. Jamie would of given it a 11!

[@DroneShotFPV]

FISHMAN Fluence pickups, especially the Open Core Classic, has a voicing that is called "passive"... they emulate a passive feel / tone / warmth that passives generally have.. so he was NOT wrong on that... It's in their own spec listing and manuals...

[@wolfsguitarden740]

That blue and white JC Les Paul is sitting in the background.. I really am thinking about getting that one next for my Les Paul collection

[@mikebodnarchuk2056]

Always wanted to try some chapmans but hard to find in Canada! I’m a tele and eclipse guy so Chapman would fit my bill

[@kellybrincks]

Schecterakes a great single cut with top shelf features

[@mdivo86]

Wow that Chapman looks sweet!

[@andycampbell9239]

Grabbed the most glorious purple shiny guitar possible when Purple Pete was away!!

[@scottbolshazy2074]

Lee, I’m in Las Vegas! Send me the Chappy from this video! Would love to play one n see what the guys here think! Thank you for this video. Your guest is very enjoyable and speaks a way I can hear. His connections to those guitars are dead on. Through my iPad, the Chappy sounded best. Best mids and full round lows. Good job n keep calm and guitar on!

[@scottbolshazy2074]

Going to look at your Chapman demo

[@pandabearguy1]

My 2008 ESP Eclipse emg81/60 is still my favorite guitar of all time. Will never sell it

[@darkestfugue]

the ML2 pro has only appeared on my radar recently but i want one, it has every feature i personally like and it is as pretty as a PRS single cut, its a yes from me

[@ronchorivera]

OMG, I love Cap's metal chops!

[@jpfortuno]

I lost the guy on the 3/10. The L7 is really an amazing guitar. Also tested the others, I guess it's really about the player. My favs are the L7 and the PRS SE.

[@romerosneck]

It's nice to see someone play the same thing so you can hear a clear difference in the tone. How are you going to test guitars by playing different things on each one

[@KuRo88]

Apart from the sound: Damn, PRS guitars always look so damn nice

[@taz4965]

Surprised the Tremonti didn't score better as Jamie gave it a more expansive play with lead and pinch harmonics that he didn't really do with the others. Other than that, I think I just might start saving for another Chapman!

[@jameslewis2635]

I can only imagine that Rob will be pleased that a fellow Metallica fan liked one of his companies design. Considering Jamie's fondness of Floyd's, I wonder if something like the EC1000-FR would be a good shout for someone like him or even the KH-3 Spider.

[@SoCalDrone4u]

I have the Jackson MF-1 Purple Mirror. I would have rated it higher than a 6. His amp tone didn't bring out its full potential. It's a great guitar. Yes, it is heavy. I've never seen one for $899. Retail goes for $1,349. I got mine for $990. So glad I bought it. It looks great and sounds better with the right tone.

[@stres7288]

£899, there based in the UK

[@FenderMarko47]

We're talking pounds mate not monopoly money...sorry I meant dollars

[@odie5268]

@@FenderMarko47 lol.. be careful there your currency is about to go below the "monopoly money" line.....1 Pound sterling equals 1.09 United States Dollar

[@andesneko]

Basically, you get what you pay for and dude was super honest.

[@PolarBimbi]

nice to see Jaimee again here. they definitely needed a metalhead with a light approach on things

[@JamieSlays]

Aww thank you! I really enjoyed being a part of this!

[@wolfsguitarden740]

Oh Captain what Jamie is saying is fishman has an active sound in a passive sound we know they're completely active pickups

[@robsthedon]

Ace plays a les Paul. Paul Stanley plays an iceman. Super fan!

[@JamieSlays]

Yeh we realised after the video I was wrong haha

[@johninama585]

I'd love to see a Hagstrom in the mix. I had an Ultra Swede and it was a pretty good modern/classic singlecut.

[@AZ-FPV]

“Made in Indonesia” is generally better than “made in China” .. it depends on the factory and even team working there but *in general* i think that’s the case.

[@t3hgir]

Drop some higher output pickups in the Sire and baby you got a stew going!

[@MrTravelerX]

With all the interviews that were done lately on this channel, strongly suggest that you interview Jassy from the band Oversense and the owner of the KZbin ‘JJ one girl band”.

[@Aokitadamitsu]

the Captain and Sir Shill!! it was already tuned down.. LOL I loved the way he did the normal licks on the ML-2, reached up and then down tuned it and got ugly with it.. very nice.. Jamie: I am very pleased i have never really played a chapman. Lee: I will send you one. you want?

[@irishRocker1]

Love that purple mirror marty friedman guitar, looks amazing! I bought a sl2 soloist in trans purple though cos it seemed like a better guitar. If I was gigging that purple mirror would look amazing on stage though!

[@thrasher9212]

Sorry for the others brands, but esp sounds killer and the quality ITs on another level...great guitars, all, but the esp takes the first place for me

[@nickbradley-sutton9960]

Gotta love some Jamie slays in an Andertons video

[@steves12strings]

EC-1000 w/SDs and the Tremonti (with USA Tremonti pickups upgrade) are two I have and are my downtuned hard rock and metal guitar favorites.

[@aaronwilson8966]

Would’ve like to see the Schecter Solo II in the mix as well.

[@michaelgallegos8811]

The Champman sounds really good 🤘😈🎶🎶🍻

[@ErikSWE]

I'd buy that Jackson if it wasn't a signature guitar, looks amazing.

[@revhappymv]

The actual signature's on the truss rod cover so you can just swap that out. It is a gorgeous guitar

[@reecemilliner1578]

As a metal/hybrid guitarist who hates Gibson and is not keen on getting a Les Paul, this video's actually kind of useful for someone like me.

[@JohnPaulHare]

28:32 what is that riff? Sounds so familiar but I can't place it!

[@gen4supra]

Unholy Confessions

[@DudeMcGuybro]

Nothing like a guitar that doubles as a home defense weapon.

[@FenderMarko47]

come on man, if you're planning to use your instrument as a weapon then you need a tele, at least that way you can still finish the gig

[@jconner3891]

@@FenderMarko47 lmao 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@emartinezr]

Forgot to mention Matt Heafy (Trivium) and Phil Collen (Def Leppard), and also Kirk Hammet, Randy Rhoads, even Eddy VH played some Les pauls. There's not that many metal single-cutters. But... There's some heavy hitters for sure.

[@Commonsenseprevails23]

The only reason Korea is more expensive is because south Korea is practically a western style country so they pay higher wages than China. Iv had an American strat and a squire classic vibe and the the vibe holds up no probs

[@mjjura]

…good points, considering metal is all about playing while sitting down…😜

[@lukecowley4949]

Really missing chappers for videos like this

[@duncansbuddy]

From 30 seconds in I knew this guy was the wrong person for such a video. Now I will keep watching to see if my mind is changed.

[@Neightlive]

No he sucks 100% poser with his $1500 an arm tattoos, plate plugs and tight paints

[@saleseng]

I only keep two SingleCut guitars in my collection..Les Paul studio and a Schecter apocalypse which do a pretty good job for not a lot of money🤷🏻‍♂️

[@wolfsguitarden740]

I had a ltd 401 ..sopd it in a week..hey but everyone has there thing man 🤘

[@DavidHunterChunkyRiffs]

🤣 I started chuckling when he scored the Chapman with an 8. You just know you're going to get flamed for that. Great video though, nice to see some more metal on the channel 🤘

[@christopher7310]

I love a sexy single cut. My favorites are the ESP/LTD Eclipse. Great video. And great playing. 🤘🏾🤘🏾

[@dongammill266]

Don’t know if anyone else has commented this, but Gary Holt of exodus and Alex Skolnick of Testament both play single cut ESP’s

[@OleksiiGVS]

For a brief second thought this is Ola Englund :P

[@tylerparker3024]

That chapman was the best looking in my opinion and even through a video it looks like it would feel the best to hold and play. Ive never played one myself but it looks really nice and sounds pretty incredible as well.

[@mr.smithgnrsmith7808]

Hey Rob

[@vhcxhbvg]

I think that the ≥ $300 Harley Bentons are better. I've tried a few chapmans and a few HBs

[@tylerparker3024]

Ive not played a harley benton yet either but they definitely look pretty decent

[@TheMerc1950]

When you think about it, the Chapman should be his favorite when you look at all the factors. I'll still have the bone white Cantrell though ;)

[@Mr.5hady]

I’m surprised that I liked the Chapman the most 😊

[@clintpreslar452]

Honestly I thought the Chapman and Sire sounded the best. Sire maybe isn’t best suited for metalcore, but still sound great for like any pre 95 metal I think.