Musicman Sabre

[@ryandunlap9707]

Thank you for the positive reviews. My co workers and I work hard to give you guys the best quality guitars and basses around.

[@RichardGarcia93]

Thank you!

[@miaouew]

Keep up the good work. You are appreciated.

[@paulrogers6037]

My JP15 is the best electric guitar I've ever played. Nothing else comes close to the neck, feel, features, sound, or quality. Just exceptional.

[@shubniggurath6464]

Gotta say, Phil, this review format is just (chef's kiss). So many details I couldn't have found elsewhere. Please keep doing these.

[@PhillipMcKnight]

Thank you we are Refining it and I thank we are almost there

[@slsalkin]

Ia!

[@genespliced]

Really loved the format and detail in this review! Add a slightly longer full 1st to highest fret play through on the next. Excellent work Phil.

[@ramsilva]

Guitars that I’ve tried in the past that feature coil-splitting haven’t actually sounded like single coils to me. This on the other hand seems like they really nailed that tone. Great review!

[@joeydurant6267]

Yeah idk a ton about like tap/split etc but I think this being wired to the switch the way it is makes it a bit different but it really does come much closer to the strat thing than most like push/pull split setups I've seen.

[@Waggel86]

@@joeydurant6267 First, splitting is separating two coils (or more but that's more common in bass pickups), tapping can only be done with specially manufactured single coil pickups. The wiring isn't anything special. The individual coils of a humbucker tend to have a lower DC than true single coils. The humbuckers here have a quite high DC resistance. Split humbuckers also tend to sound rather thin, but if you split humbuckers that are rather bass and mid heavy to begin with.... I'm guessing EBMM designed the pickups with splitting in mind.

[@kevinmorris7722]

Love your closing statement. It's nice to see one all about as perfect as possible, not just as original as possible. Nice review.

[@matthewclark6103]

I will say, I am a fan boy, but I think Music Man and its lower price version Sterling by Music Man are the best brands on the market. Just my personal opinion.

[@joshaustin1839]

I have the cutlass hss and it's far superior to my others highest quality on the market in my opinion

[@Thezemon]

As an ltd fan boy, I agree

[@bigmikeyz0071]

Ebmm makes excellent guitars. They play and sound fantastic. They are built with top notch craftsmanship. The Sterlings are solid especially for the price. A lot of players look past Ebmm. Same with G&L.

[@bluematrix5001]

BUT FOR $3,500 BETTER BE AWESOME!

[@stefanfilipov7254]

I'd say there isn't such thing as best brand. I'd say that Ibanez Guitars are the best electric guitars ever made, especially considering the price range. You can get a RG for 300$ and with a little bit of setting it, it will play and sound great. In the end it's up to personal preference, and what you're looking for

[@scoobers90]

Fantastic review, Phil! Every time I get my hands on a Music Man or Sterling I love it, especially the neck. Such great guitars.

[@jlore6344]

Oh man, I want it! Thanks for the deep dive review of this.

[@Hickeroar]

What a beautiful piece of work/art. That thing is gorgeous in every way.

[@mountainman8775]

Brilliant detail in the review

[@tmsglobal5848]

Your honest review and perspectives provides great insight to the Sabre. Thanks

[@bozeeke]

As a non-pro/hobbyist who is not into the 3000-4000 dollar price range for guitars, I would at some point like to see a Sterling version of this model.

[@beefnacos6258]

I see pro's not even spend that much

[@bozeeke]

@@beefnacos6258 true. Plenty of people like guitars in that 1000-2000 dollar price range that are perfectly good as professionally gig-able instruments.

[@WeeFreeMan78]

I'll go a step further and say that I know kick ass pros who never play anything above 1000, especially live. Makes sense actually

[@stefanfilipov7254]

There is absolutely no reason to spend that much money on a guitar, unless you have such excess that you don't care. You won't notice any difference between playability between this guitar and some cheap mod.

[@ashleyjohansson230]

Thats not that expensive compared to classical instruments where 3000-4000 is considered a student model.

[@RByrne]

Amazing wood on this. I just bought a EBMM Valentine BFR with the flame top. These are as high quality as I've seen on any brand. Enjoy it!

[@sgt.grinch3299]

This is a fantastic instrument. Looks are stellar, but the tones are crisp, clear, and articulate. Beyond my needs and ability.

[@drdrums1]

I snagged the Sabre in their limited run Coral Burst, which has a solid rosewood neck. It's probably my favorite instrument. Plays like a dream, and I don't think there's a tone out of it I haven't loved, clean or dirty.

[@ghalsor]

Although this is way out of my price range, the format of the review is great. Tons of good information showing everything one would need to know if interested in purchasing this unit.

[@ThomasBrandoGreenman]

I've wanted a Music Man Axis (EVH) for a long time, basically since Eddie started with MM. I finally got one that I wanted - I had been on the hunt for a purple one and got a dark purple (amethyst) from Music Zoo and it's everything I ever dreamed of and more. The attention to detail is perfect. A part of me is kind of sad because I can literally find nothing that I want to do to it (except locking tuners but it's a Floyd so it's not really that big a deal - just for string changes). As much as I love having a bunch of guitars, I'd easily trade almost all of mine in for another Music Man. It really lets me focus on enjoying playing.

[@davidpehrson3707]

These guitars are worth every penny. I have 3 different music man guitars. The quality is impeccable and they stay in tune like a champ!

[@Jon-en3jz]

I love Music Man guitars. Quality through and through. I feel like they are the best guitars out there today.

[@GregPentecost]

Absolutely LOVE my MMs!!! Thank you Phil for touching on them again! Have also been BLOWN AWAY by the Sterling line in the past few years! I think they are the best guitar for the money out today! I'm a Silhouette and Majesty guy.

[@tomo-tunes]

Hey Phil, you just really helped me to make my decision. Thank you for the excellent and professional reviews.

[@dragan4658]

A very well designed and well manufactured guitar, from the beautiful finish to the cavity shielding and how the wiring is neatly finished! It not a cheap guitar by any means as its over $3,000.00 but they cheaper out on the inlays!

[@kq6878]

Phil, thanks as always for what you do. I have a jp15 and it is really a perfect guitar. I have a lp standard and a couple american fenders which are all very nice but the jp is king of the collection. Plays effortless and a really wide palete of sound capabilities.

[@andrewshell788]

American made Ernie Balls are consistently amazing guitars... greater specs/higher quality per dollar than many other big brands not to mention very good (not to mention unique) engineering without going full tilt "Gibson circa 2015". There is a very diverse assortment of EBMM guitars for many different tastes.

[@bofuscrapshaw]

I sold enough gear to finally buy a Pete Thorn Suhr which is one of the best I've ever played. These look great though! There's always another you want!!!!

[@camiloortega5452]

I have one. Amazing tone, feel, neck, weight, look. Unbeatable 🤘🏼

[@talkychris]

I have three Mike Lipe guitars (Virtuoso, Classic & Soldato), all have flamed maple necks with stunning patterns like this Music Man. Just beautiful.

[@thomasraven]

Great review. Nice to be back in the workshop!

[@douglascook695]

Thanks for the dulcet tones on this Monday afternoon.

[@surfrby8876]

I’m looking at this guitar and Phil this the best most informative review on YT , thank you 🙏

[@johnsalaman503]

Wow. That was awesome...thats quality there...great job phil...i just love love the green poly finish...

[@patsigsworth]

Love the review Phil! I'm very curious how you found out the EQ of the pickups. I think that's incredibly useful information and was my favorite part of the video.

[@onevoiceinc]

Thank you! I'm looking to purchase one of these (in Moonstone Blue) later this year. That being said, I've watched this video a few times. Great review. Very thorough.

[@pupu6oi74]

great video! all additions to the review routine are very good.

[@guitarbobification]

My wife who has to suffer my KZbin guitar channel addiction said - well at least I enjoy Phil's reviews LOL! You and John Robson are her favorites. Beautiful guitar - the first time I have ever considered owning a Musicman. Keep up the great work!

[@weedian710]

I wish it had a full-floating trem. Just recessed in workout terms. Saw one at a boutique guitar store on the Oregon Coast. It was breathtaking. Literally the most beautiful instrument I’ve ever seen.

[@southpawOO7]

I'm such a fan of MM, I have the majesty and it's a flawless guitar and I've reeeeeally been watching for a used st vincent goldie. Great review, thanks Phil

[@carlosegtrs5308]

I tried one and man. One of the best guitars out there. It's on my bucket list.

[@steveoneal5257]

great demo Phil

[@Ferrabot]

I own this exact guitar in the Blue Moonstone finish. Gotta say it's my best player

[@ricksrealpitbbq]

Great review Phil. Would love to get my hands on one.

[@billymaberry6957]

This bad boy should be in my hands in 2 days. Can't wait!

[@rhymeskill]

@philmcknight Did you say in blue moonpie finish? 😉

[@PhillipMcKnight]

Man I wanted to. lol

[@bhefer]

I have a Sterling AX40D I bought years ago, and for what I paid for it, it is unbelievable. Music Man never seems to make a bad instrument. Great video Phil!

[@arkistriph1]

Thanks Phil, great job Sir.

[@xF1revolution]

Another thing to keep in mind with Music Man, you can absolutely find birds eye maple, or even some more plain looking ones, all within the same SKU/model. The birds eye stuff is definitely more rare.

[@jeffmariajenson9751]

Much nicer review format. Two thumbs up.

[@stewy4158]

This guy's great..I enjoy his videos.. I've been playing for thirty years and still leaning new things 👍👍

[@rfv618]

Amazingly detailed review. I'd love to see your take on the new Musicman HT pick-ups, or some of the Fishman Fluence models

[@robertpaul1983]

I own this same exact guitar and color haha compared to every other I own which are core Prs, Fgn, and etc, this neck makes your hands never fatigue it’s super comfortable

[@ianrose5505]

Great. Really enjoyed the format and info

[@edhalen]

I ended up purchasing the guitar in this video (unbeknownst to me at the time). I've played a Sabre before and as I remembered it truly is a special guitar. While more of a "thicker neck fan" I still really enjoy playing this guitar. The most comfortable guitar I've ever played.

[@ernieb3626]

Wow that a beauty for sure Phil. I agree and hope they make a less expensive version some day. I also think its worth mentioning that the tone of that guitar was very awsome. I say that because I cant always tell if its good or bad when i listen on my lap top, and it sounded awsome. Thanks for the great video as always.

[@arazos9394]

Awesome review, beautiful guitar. Can't believe how dark it sounds

[@dalgguitars]

Had a Lukather. loved it. Thanks Phil for all your videos.

[@BrianSGuitars]

The top on this one looks like you can deep dive into to!

[@rudiyantohalim736]

always love that headstock design but all about this guitar is awesome

[@thesmellycatjazz]

I really dig guitars with the 5 way super switch.

[@karengayle9331]

Your thumbs up got my attention. Looks great.

[@DarthV506]

Love my Axis & JP6, but holy balls EBMM pricing is nuts now. Glad I bought those guitars close to 10 years ago before prices almost doubled.

[@ShoMetal]

Can they please release a sterling version of this already?

[@beefnacos6258]

And pay a grand for an off brand?

[@IRevealTheMagic]

Honestly.. the quality and the parts, pickups etc are NOT the same at all... Save up and go for the real thing. If MM is too expensive brand new then buy used.. you wont regret it.

[@jamesonsnow782]

That’s an amazing guitar!! Thanks Phil!

[@timothyplonk6881]

I love this guitar . It has 3/8" maple top....1/8" more than a standard. It sounds and plays perfectly 🎸👍

[@pressleycaliforniacustoms9526]

They really build amazing quality. I’m always very impressed. 🤘🎸

[@Chumly-sh6xu]

Always wanted a music man ever since trying the majesty and jp15-7 at a local shop. Just got my first one (JP15) last fall, and I have nothing but smiles when it's in hand. safe to say if you're hesitant on buying, don't! Amazing guitar with that beefy quality.

[@marksr12]

Thats a Beauty for sure! I'll keep dreaming...maybe someday. Out of my pay grade. Great video Phil.

[@overvieweffect9034]

I bought a music man cutlass a couple years ago, and I can attest that spec and quality wise, they are second to absolutely none. They had the best fret ends I've ever seen, as showcased here, and so much more. However, I just could not get used to how thin the neck was in the first frets, like he showed. If the neck was more consistent, and like from 7 on, I'd never sell it, but I've just let it go. So, if you're thinking of getting one, I recommend trying one in person first, or buy it used, enjoy for a few years, and if you fully connect to it, sell for more than you paid, like I did

[@xF1revolution]

Completely different style of guitar, but check out a Valentine if you haven't. They aren't as thin necked. The buttermilk version is so damn pretty in person.

[@nathanschad8048]

Love that you got into the deep details. That neck is gorgeous, love love love ebony

[@MrMattsac232]

Man I love this video. The Sabre is definitely on my list to get at some point. My only concern is the neck.

[@picksalot1]

Beautiful guitar. I like MusicMan guitar designs in generally, and particularly the 2+4 tuners. I have a little concern regarding Position 5, which sounded muffled and a bit too compressed. I would be tempted to raise the pole pieces on the Neck Pickup to get more clarity and articulation. It might be useful to lower that pickup a little as well to get less compression. If that didn't get me the clarity I wanted, I'd consider flipping the pickup around so the pole pieces face towards the bridge. I did that on an old Gibson ES-175 that I have, and it made all the difference. I pretty much live on the Neck Pickup.

[@dwalks637]

Nice work 🤘

[@oatnoid]

Gorgeous. See? Chrome humbuckers look great on gloss ocean blue. Is the action really that low? I'd put a couple of chrome knobs with abalone caps just for looks.

[@pemik233]

I’m new to your channel, that musicman looks awesome!

[@LucasMessore]

This is the ultimate guitar review, please do every single guitar lol

[@RobertoGonzalez-hk6ms]

Awesome review! Super well organized…please if you can a MM Luke III review will be very helpful for me…great work man!

[@a.krawion1872]

Great review style. Keep doing these!

[@jackvai2681]

love your videos, man... so informative!

[@JonnyTravieso]

Fit and finish on MM guitars is unbeatable.

[@jacobwatson5264]

I’ve got one of these in the cobra finish. I’ve had it for 2 years now. I play it at church every Sunday and I’ve never had any issues with it. I’ve never had to adjust the neck until last week. It’s the easiest guitar I’ve ever played. But at the price I gave it better be a nice guitar haha

[@suzannecoholic1467]

oh law.... G. A. S. is a thing. that is so nice. thanks Phil! (I had to freeze the 'party plastic' in ice in the fridge.)

[@talkychris]

Stunning guitar. Music Man's quality is exceptional. This is on my radar. Oh boy, it's going to be expensive.

[@shanewright9735]

Personally I think EBMM makes the best guitars of any major manufacturer. I never understand why they don't get more love. I can only assume it's either the name, or the neck size. I have baby hands though, so the necks are excellent for me!

[@ryandunlap9707]

Thank you. We work hard everyday to make the best quality guitars and basses.

[@michaeltaylors2456]

I have larger hands and love my Cutlass neck

[@DavidHBurkart]

This is a great review format... oh, and the guitar is amazing too. 😂

[@dogapart4701]

Thanks for the video Sir.

[@charleswind8298]

Test drove one recently. Sweet guitar.

[@iganpparamarta8813]

4:40 about the socks test, is it necessary to do it on a USD3K made in USA guitars? It has to be perfect out of the box. Even my 150 bucks Cort had no fret ends problems. I live in the tropics though so it’s almost always hot&humid with little variation of temperature.

[@gillamb8669]

Nice looking and sounds great 👍🤘

[@alansamsmusic]

Great informative video on a beautiful guitar Phil

[@PhillipMcKnight]

Glad you liked it!

[@TheMLGTrashCompactor]

Great review, thanks phil

[@evenzeroescanbeheroes6875]

It would be cool if the guy at Guitar Center would let me try this...

[@arcoins]

Played one of these at Sweetwater a month or two ago. The feel of that smooth bridge made me consider getting this guitar at some point in the future. The only thing holding me back is the cost. It feels like quality though, so the cost is sort of justified.

[@JesseLeeKing]

Yeah I just looked at the price 3 to almost 4 g , I'm not big on their headstock but its growing on me. This guitar is awesome looking although I like the half-baked one better. Still though for that price tag I couldn't see myself buying this over a dozen more with that price tag.

[@IRevealTheMagic]

Find used ones, cheaper and still get the quality.

[@5secondhum841]

Heya Phil, awesome vid

[@frankie_CALB]

Have you done a review of the Music Man Valentine? I’d like to see one of those in your hands.

[@BOOLsheet]

Would love to see a HSS or HS config of this

[@limpindug]

Top honest review again Phil thanks. 🥃👍Respect to you.

[@NateBrotzman]

Fun fact: the bridge is music man designed, but John Petrucci was the one who asked for it on his Majesty and JP signature guitars. I like that it’s spread to other models

[@lancemorgan644]

I’ve got a bunch if Fender strats, teles and a Jazzmaster. Four Les Pauls. Some other guitars by other luthiers. Since I bought a Music Man Cutlass, and got rid of a White Falcon, I can’t wait to get a Sabre. I am ready to dump 20 of my guitars, and play 2 EBMMs, exclusively.

[@JR-nm2zu]

That is a gorgeous guitar. Out of my price range 😕 but I gotta say I really like it!

[@trevpeeps307]

I had a JP Majesty that was beautiful and it sounded great but I sold it because I hated the trem, I couldn’t get it to stay in tune for anything. I took it to pros and had it set up and asked them for advice and they basically said not all trems are created equal. The saber has intrigued me. Your trem seemed to work just fine

[@palmmoot]

What are the disadvantages of the pcb mounted pots that make you not like them? Less convenient repair-ability or modd-ability?