NEW From FENDER: American Ultra Stratocaster | Friday Fretworks

Fender Ultra Series: bit.ly/FenderUl...
Buck & Evans 2019 Tour Dates:
06.09.19 - Festiwall, Prague
15.11.19 - Clwb Ifor Bach, Cardiff SOLD OUT
16.11.19 - Jimmy's Liverpool
19.11.19 - The 100 Club, London
23.11.19 - Cathouse Rock Club, Glasgow
28.11.19 - The Flowerpot, Derby
29.11.19 - The Castle & Falcon, B'Ham
12.12.19 - The Facebar, Reading
11.01.20 - Night & Day Cafe, Manchester
16.02.20 - Whelan's, Dublin
18.02.20 - Voodoo, Belfast
01.03.20 - Planet Rock Winter's End
14.03.20 - The Cluny, Newcastle
Tickets: www.buckandevan...
Amp used: Native Instruments Guitar Rig 5. Fender Tweed setting.
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[@colemanjennings7518]

Be careful, he makes anything sound good

[@BruceBurger]

Yeah, but this guitar sounds extra good today!

[@jacintognomo2459]

C Jennings I agree

[@i_live_pain8420]

Chris, I swear you are my biggest inspiration right now! Your expressive bends and melodic phrasing is really a beautiful thing to listen to. You got that thang brother, never stop.✌

[@TorToroPorco]

This is probably a reflection on the state of music and how music is made nowadays but artists should be lining up to have Chris do session work on their tracks. His musical esthetics and sensibilities are simply superb.

[@thebreakfastmenu]

Not a very fair demo. Chris is too good. Fender should send me one, I'll show everyone what a very average guitarist sounds like with one.

[@talkychris]

These American Ultra models have the most comfortable necks of any guitars I've ever played. I liked them so much I bought the Texas Tea Telecaster & the Arctic White Stratocaster. Such comfortable, well balanced and playable guitars. Love them.

[@gregmican]

I can’t decide between the Texas Tea and the Artic White. Since you own both, what color do you prefer the most?

[@talkychris]

@@gregmican Texas Tea. But, it's a metallic finish and if you ever dink the finish you're pretty screwed getting a touch up job to repair it. That said the white is also a metallic finish so same applies to that. I'm not a big fan of the look of the tortoiseshell guard on the white ones. Not a big fan of the feel of the anodised guard on the Texas Tea. But for looks alone the Texas Tea finish is stunning.

[@brendancarbone7621]

Nothing like some good Tuesday Fretworks

[@DavidDiMuzio]

Beautiful playing. Love the chordal phrases in your solo.

[@SessionGold]

You get the maximum out of these guitars, beautiful!

[@mgamga1456]

So tasty playing. Every note is an evidence. Just love it.

[@nigelvernon4431]

Sounds absolutely beautiful Chris, wonderful playing.

[@scrap_iron_2264]

I honestly didn’t even pay attention to who made the video, I just wanted to see the guitar, and I knew by the playing and the tone it was Chris. Well done sir.

[@jasonsapp792]

Only saw New Fender Ultra... Didn't pay attention to what channel.... You started playing, IMMEDIATELY knew , ah Chris is reviewing it!! ... A testament to your playing style , so distinguishable

[@chadschulze1735]

lovely you got the smooth jazz down...

[@伍朋深]

buck can make every guitar sound great!

[@thomaskolb8293]

You have a great touch....awesome playing along.....and love the new strat.

[@rayandpratik4832]

I couldn't stop myself from telling that how much I love about your playing...and honestly this one Im going to steal....

[@musikus7092]

Couple minutes ago I saw the Anderton's video. They sound very good. Glad they tinted the necks. It looks way better. The Strat with the 2tone gold sunburst looks amazing. I must save money

[@yjmsrv]

This came up in my suggestions feed- I didn't notice it was Chris Buck- first 4 notes in and I thought- wow- that sounds nice, like Chris Buck. Now that's saying something Chris- I recognized your signature touch just 4 notes in. You've fully arrived!

[@sasmitha8446]

Guitar hero material!

[@LennyJohnson5]

You're right! Like all the guitar greats, Chris has his own signature 'voice' that's immediately identifiable.....

[@taztherocker1]

Great feeling and playing. Great tone as well.

[@MusicTherapyLaz]

Looks nice...I agree with the more amber tint on the neck...could not understand the very pasty white finish on the Elites and Performers...one of the things that made them look like a cheaper guitar IMO that is! The soft cut away at the neck joint is a good move too...will have to take a look at these, though I have a pretty nice Strat and don't really need one! Thanks for sharing!

[@wolfnstrings]

Tasty playing as always!

[@ollz54]

I've just bought this exact guitar from pmt in Bristol and I can't deny, it's one of the best Fender Strats I've ever played, loving the videos man!!

[@rrpatriot1584]

5:37 Chris you move your pick magically - from tucked away during finger picking to using the pick. How do you practice that move.

[@blackfender100]

Sounds great. nice axe But then everything sounds great in your hands.

[@DimKAt21]

Best looking strat ever!!!! Videos/photographs don't do her justice!

[@LennyJohnson5]

Gorgeous guitar - Fender have really upped their game with the Ultra. But I have to say it’s in the right hands with Chris Buck; he could get a tune out of the cellophane on a stick of rock.....

[@jasong546]

One reason I love your channel Chris, is that it seems like people who just want to say nasty things just because they can, don’t do that here very often. I am interested in the thoughts from others who comment, and people seem to avoid just spouting off negative stuff. But are also honest if it’s not their favorite. There’s going to be a lot more on these, and I am to see it from you as one of the first! Thanks for showing it off for us!

[@ChrisBuckGuitar]

Thank you Jason. I get the odd comment that obviously comes from a place deeper than just having not enjoyed the video but generally speaking, I just block them as it's not worth having that kind of negativity on a video - not only for myself but people like yourself who read the comments :) I'll always encourage debate/constructive criticism though; it's healthy!

[@davidLPST]

Chris, as usual you knocked it out of the park. What can we say about your playing that hasn't already been said. Just unique and wonderful tone, expression and phrasing. It's an absolute joy to listen to you Chris. I have never heard you sound anything other than top drawer.

[@normjones6916]

Inspirational licks again:)

[@7775Kevin]

Nice guitar, great playing once again. Really enjoy your videos.

[@zeeeOgre]

Stunning playing. Interesting Strat. Thanks for the post!

[@jimmyjimmy951]

Like it. The neck calve makes this way more appealing from a looks point of view IMO...👍🇦🇺🐨

[@nowwhat1]

The playing is just 😍

[@courtmarr5714]

Good lord, that tone though. :)

[@phildale8451]

This Strat has gone straight in at No.1 on my Christmas list.

[@metalmover]

I am a proud owner of an "Ultraburst" STRAT with the HSS setup and a maple neck. I LOVE THIS GUITAR!

[@zachvargas122588]

Proud owner off HSS in Cobra blue!!

[@i8ittoo]

Tele Texas tea. Love'n it.

[@i8ittoo]

Plus is didn't know this til i took home an ultra burst strat first. That the single coils on the sss are not as hot as the hss setup. I find it strange. I mean the humbucker would be , but why the other singles would be wired hotter is kinda puzzling. But, i kinda got a lemon, had tons of issues. Fender accepted it back , and issued credit, so i decided on a tele finally. Always wanted a tele , and this one in Texas tea is hard to beat the looks of. Enjoy it, love it . Play like buck. Jk

[@zachvargas122588]

day 2 day, from what I heard on a video, they wired them hotter to compensate for the volume drop you get from S1 switch, I never had a HSS prior to the one I have now but from what I have seen and read there was a volume drop on previous models when swapping from humbucker to single coil. So they are hotter to keep volumes more balanced. Results in a guitar not as bright as the SSS model. I got this from watching an andertons video, you can hear the difference, but I love mine so to each their own.

[@xsamitt]

@@zachvargas122588 Interesting!!!! I like it a little darker for soft jazzy things so this seems good!!! I have the HSS lux on order!

[@messybluesboy371]

Love your playing mate! Right up my alley!

[@sergeantcrow]

04:57 mins onwards ! Just brilliant !

[@BlvckAcyd]

Amazing playing man sheesh 👏🏽

[@ginglegangle]

Love the new modern touches. Looks a stunner. I'd buy one...if only 👍

[@brianmerc3395]

Mate great playing ! So cool!

[@jonathanjkemp]

Dude, your playing is so good! Really outstanding.

[@yjmsrv]

Flea on the wall (guitar) at 3:10- wiped my screen thinking it was on my laptop! HD baby...

[@Mr.Potato1962]

Wow Beautiful Guitar !

[@andyashworth7750]

The phrasing oh my sweet lord

[@eaglewindrider7700]

Just watched several vids on the Ultra was not impressed with sound until now. Beautiful Strat but your playing sells it. Fender should pay you to do their Demos sales would double if not more. Always enjoy your demos as well as your band but I do have one complaint and that is your playing was way way to short. Wanted more! 👍🔥🎸🦅

[@eggman1978]

Amazing playing as always. Definitely looking towards getting this strat.

[@nickcooper1000]

Lovely Guitar, and to make it sound fantastic... ... Not sure that colour suits you though.... Happy to take it off your hands at the upcoming Cardiff gig...😆🎸

[@robertolegaspi2322]

He Plays awesome!

[@slickyjorj]

Very musical player... love your feel. ♫

[@crispysyd9190]

Nice watch!

[@mattmanley7118]

I knew it even before the leak. Not a fan of the ultra modern specd stuff but gorgeous sounding no less.

[@carlosegtrs5308]

Me neither. They do play nice tho.

[@neilmarsh7437]

epic playing

[@davepilgrim5798]

I am sure that if john mayer hear you he would produce something with you. Something big and worlswide as you deserve. Is there a way to link to JM your channel or something like that? Or rick beato! Someone do something!

[@ronvanhee]

< again you make ae good looking guitar sound great >

[@paragajg]

Your playing and tone reminds me of the legend Mark Knopfler.. Cheers mate 👍🏻

[@zachcharo]

man! Your fingerpicking style is so dang cool!

[@SSRT_JubyDuby8742]

It's nice to be first, beautiful playing 😎🎸✅

[@Garrettalbin-mg8bz]

That was so dope

[@kidlargo1]

Sick tone and sweet riffs!!!!

[@stuartmiller7419]

You sound better than the guitar, dude.

[@joshua0226]

Wow amazing. Does anyone know the chords that that rhythm section/keyboard is playing??

[@denniskramer9657]

you have the touch man...very nice indeed..

[@bramabull111]

Holy shit some of those notes made me ponder my existence. Great playing

[@Steven_SK]

Whew... very nice.

[@JohannesLabusch]

It's not cheap, but it'll make you play like Chris Buck!

[@TheEchelon]

No it won't. It's a rip-off if you look at the features (or lack thereof).

[@BeefNEggs057]

Lol sarcasm.

[@randomdude9698]

I’ll take three

[@libertylizard_]

Hardly a rip off. The Ultra range feel and sound exceptional. Considering my PRS is twice this price and arguably doesn't sound half as good in the Fender sweet spot, I can say you are talking out of your arse. The S1 revamp is the most popular on demand of custom shop options, which it appears the guy in the video likes as well. The ergonomics are also massively on point with this release. They feel great to play and then some. If you don't want one fine. If you wan't features that Fender dont think are necessary (like redundant stainless steel bloody frets, which im sure we are all sick of hearing by now) go and buy something that suits your tastes.

[@JohannesLabusch]

@@libertylizard_ Wait, your comment stopped in the middle of you talking out of your arse! Did your arse run out of material?

[@m1erze]

I'm in the strat market, was thinking on getting a true vintage 60s or 70s, but I think you've convinced me to rock this new one! Thanks for all the great content man, keep on rockin!

[@m1erze]

Bought it!

[@fruhentus4437]

Im in this exact situation, i was going to buy 60s original but now ultra stole my heart. Im still thinking which one should i get . How do you feel about your guitar do you think you made a right decision?

[@m1erze]

@@fruhentus4437 Hey, it's an incredible guitar for sure, very well crafted and you can feel that. I actually ended up changing out the pickups for some hand wound custom shop 69s, which came loaded in a mint pickguard. Nothing wrong with the noiseless, they truly sound great, maybe a bit less pop and obviously no hum. I was craving to make the guitar a bit more uniquely mine since it is a mass produced run. There is definitely something about a true 60s strat with all the history and mojo, but can't argue that the locking tuners and cutaway to access the higher frets is quite a plus. I love it and play it every day. All in all I would definitely go try one out and decide for yourself.

[@andreamicalizzi813]

Magic!!!

[@DToneQuest]

The fact that this was guitar rig 5 blows my mind I can't get that to sound anything like this tone

[@williamwinn948]

Have the cobra blue Version amd love it.

[@elbacttocs]

Nice Chris. Will you be bringing this to the 100 Club in a couple of weeks time so we can get a close up gander ?

[@Cheguebuddha]

Sounds great! Sounds as great as my modded Harley Benton ST-62MN, upgraded with Ironstone Sliver ST pups and G&L 7 way PTB harness.

[@Cheguebuddha]

@Forallofus Plenty yeah :D made of wood and metal with some strings on it!

[@laurentgerardi]

Feel a bit stupid but I did prefer the good old squier or highway tone to be honest. More bite and less compressed to my ears. Nevertheless, playing is awesome as usual. See you soon live mate

[@Bluelightbandit]

03:12 I thought I had a gnat on my scree.

[@tomzeto]

tasty playing mate!

[@louis.Gerard]

Beautiful...😍

[@rodrigoolvera5983]

Que chulada, yo quiero la Stratocaster American Ultra, estoy haciendo todo lo posible para conseguirla y lo voy hacer cueste lo que me cueste 💪

[@CesarSAvila]

Tengo una te la recomiendo cero Ruidoso extraños limpia o con distorcion

[@MindsetMastery75]

Awesome video and guitar! Is this one you were playing your new Fender?

[@JohnnyGuitar1]

It would be nice to know what amp an effects are being used in this video. Also mastering EQ and compression all affect how we perceive the type of guitar sound.

[@errorsofmodernism9715]

That is a very good Squire

[@rocknrollguitar]

Freakin awesome

[@reyhan__rizvi__78]

Please can you compare this with the gilmour strat you build with squire body and fender neck.

[@arekpocicki5681]

ultra cool

[@AceHardy]

👑

[@silentwhisperstudios7808]

Out of Fender's new line. For us lefties I wonder if all will be available. Or just the strat & tele , and what colors.

[@leftyshep]

Ben Johnson - hopefully they’ll give us the same color options as the righty’s!!!

[@silentwhisperstudios7808]

@@leftyshep Hopefully.....But sometimes that doesn't totally happen. The PRS SE guitars are a good example. It's not cost effective for them. So they gave us the 4 finishes to pick from. Which is cool , but it would be nice to have more options. So maybe fender with give us all the righty options for colors. I dunno... One cool thing fender has is the mod shop. We design it how we want it to look. With the options given. And they build it....

[@leftyshep]

Ben Johnson - agreed. I had to wait almost 10 years for PRS to offer a lefty custom 22 in any color. Guess we will have to wait for Fender to someday offer us other than the normal colors we are always stuck with. Hoping for more though!!

[@silentwhisperstudios7808]

@@leftyshep You mean a lefties favorite color , GLOSS BLACK!!....ESP offers a good selection of guitars & finishes. Schecter is pretty good about it. Carvin / Kiesel is awesome. PRS has gotten better about it. Two new SE finishes in lefty for 2020. One thing that is a huge thing for us lefties. Is that , there are 5 or 6 music stores just for us. Xtreme lefty guitars , he's the only one that has the new. Ibanez RG 550 in neon purple. Other music stores only can get the red & yellow colors. The say , can't get the neon purple in a lefty. And I say , well your wrong. I know who has them. One big plus , know one can play our Guitars...lol..... someone I know asked me yesterday. Can I see your guitar , play it. I opened my case & he said. Oh yeah you're a lefty. And I said , yep that's right 😁.....And closed my case... 10 years is a long wait for a Guitar

[@Geno5]

He is an amazing player. Glad Fender realizes that.

[@keithfields1178]

Well what yea know, Fender just now caught up with the new world. Make sure you charge more than it’s worth.

[@davidweaver4702]

Damn. I've only just got used to my Elite, and they top it with the Ultra lol. Hope to see you at PMT on the 16th. Any idea of times ? Best wishes, Dave

[@mrblues1981]

hiya ive got strat elite aswell but it feel very uncomfortable to play with it .actually my son have a 80£ squire model and i play better on that one . i dont know why and thinkin to sell mine and get this one .

[@Nizodizo]

You are practicly not showing the killer dirt sounds this guitar does. Every reviewer just shows off the clean sounds but this this guitar has the best distorted sounds I have ever heard.

[@hollywoodactress]

Great player as always!!! Btw is it still your guitar rig setup for recording ?

[@ChrisBuckGuitar]

Thank you. And yes, it is :)

[@mrblues1981]

hiya ive got strat elite but this one look nicer ,but how is the neck is it really fat neck ? elite is c shape to d . its feels like im quite uncomfortable with elite and wanna change it . i would like to hear what was your issues with elite as you mention begining of the video ,thank you

[@Ricardorochamusic]

Seems that Corona factory must have experienced some stimulation from some guitar company based in Maryland. Can we call it “the silversky effect”?

[@KevinSmythPhotography]

What effects were you using to get those beautiful lead sounds/tones? Thanks

[@nurilanwar2140]

What is the title of the intro solo

[@ABRANDONZ1309]

Oh my god I currently have this exact guitar on layaway at my local guitar store 😱

[@ABRANDONZ1309]

I finally got it out 🔥

[@Gman44044]

does the s1 switch put the pickups in series or parallel ?

[@bobbylee7320]

Tone is in the fingers

[@Quintellectual]

Amazing playing. Price?

[@skttl3s]

Who knew Billy Hargrove could play guitar!!

[@TheRnB69]

Random question, but what are your thoughts on plekking guitars out of the factory or just plek in general?

[@SteveSchuffert]

Plek is always, always a good thing. Seriously improves lesser guitars but also noticeable improvement on high end guitars. I’m also doing stainless steel frets anytime I need a re-fret. They last forever and sound just fine to my ears. Good enough for EVH and Tommy Emanuel? Good enough for me, right?