Solar Guitars is RIPPING OFF Chapman!

The 2020 Solar E Type looks suspiciously like my Chapman Ghost Fret from 2016. Let's take a closer look at both. (This is extreme sarcasm in case you missed it.)
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[@leeanderton7100]

Nice video!! Hey Glenn - hope all is good with you. Just in case anyone reads anything in to this video that isn’t the case, Rob, Ola & I are great friends!! We’re super impressed at what Ola is doing & we also believe Chapman are currently making the best range of guitars it’s ever made!! (BTW all the Chapman Pro range since the beginning of 2020 come with USA Seymour Duncan pups!). Cheers for the feedback on the Ghostfret - we’re making changes to that guitar right now & I hope we can show you something new later in 2021. Happy Christmas to you - peace!!

[@hellskreamer]

Did this just become a self promoting comment

[@DanielRodriguez-eh1qd]

How about a full size ghost fret? And a non reverse headstock, I’d be much more inclined to buy one.

[@thegoodguy44]

Cringeworthy. Lee Anderson still associating with the disgrace that is Rob Chapman.

[@ShoreyJr]

@@thegoodguy44 He literally part owns the brand....

[@groan_of_tedium]

@@thegoodguy44 chill out pal. I'm not a fan of Chapman, but I am a fan of Lee. The good thing is, I can support Lee, without having to buy a Chapman guitar. For what it's worth, I think naming the brand 'Chapman' wasnt the best plan, as has been said, he's a slightly more metal David Brent and be seems like a bit of an egotistical narcissist.

[@jonahcovers1856]

Can you believe that all of these guitars use GUITAR STRINGS?! Like, get an original idea already.

[@DoomDeer]

Oh man... the HIPOCRATES!!!111

[@jonahcovers1856]

@@DoomDeer 😂

[@DoomDeer]

@@jonahcovers1856 i knowww!!! All guitar makers have no originalitea11!!! /s 😂😂😂😂

[@JonManProductions]

Jebaited :D

[@drakausdromgatti58]

Exactly

[@HondaStreetGarage]

A shortend guitar strap is my trick when sitting and playing. It gets rid of the need to "hold" the guitar.

[@janheikel7751]

I have a SG and this was my solution to the neck dive. Nowadays I just don't shorten the strap, but rather I sit on the edge of the seat and let the guitar hang between my legs.

[@flekkzo]

There’s more of us?

[@ledoynier3694]

@@3ngi_n33r Classical position works really really well, also for V shaped guitars. well.. for these that's basically the only possible position lol

[@lordmanshaft1112]

Agreed, you need a strap to properly play these exotic shapes sitting down

[@ThatBaritoneGuitarGuy]

While sitting, I exclusively play in Classical Position, so I find Explorer shapes to be very ergonomic.

[@Chord_The_Seeker]

I can’t tell you how many times I’ve walked into a guitar store to buy a Gibson and walked out with a Dean by mistake. I’m so grateful to Gibson for clearing up the confusion for me.

[@jamesmarkham7489]

If you can't fight on QC, fight in the courts.

[@DoomDeer]

That kind of “ohh that guitar ripped x guitar”comments you get is the kind of mentality gibson is doing to sue everyone else.

[@janheikel7751]

To be fair just about every guitar is a Gibson or Fender ripoff when it comes to body shape. Thing is that it's been like that for at least 50 years, so suing now is beyond stupid.

[@CedricsSpecialLP]

@@janheikel7751 Yeah. It seems like there hasn’t been a new guitar body shape since the SG (released in 1961). While I do like those shapes it would be great to see something new. Although it could be that they have found the perfect shapes early on. Who knows.

[@PhilDuggs]

@@CedricsSpecialLP Dean ML)(1977)??

[@janheikel7751]

@@CedricsSpecialLP There are some new shapes every now and then, but the familiar shapes are what people buy so that's what the manufacturers make. Simple as that. You'd need to get a lot of very popular artists playing your guitar to make a new shape sell enough to really become popular (and then that would be another shape for everyone to copy). At least electric guitar has some different shapes available unlike it's classical counterpart (I would personally love to have an acoustic explorer).

[@CedricsSpecialLP]

@@PhilDuggs You are right. I forgot about that one. Although it does look like an Explorer mixed with a Flying V.

[@arbazann]

Don't mind me, i'm just waiting for Ola's comment.

[@cerebralcoma4850]

I think Ola is just debating if taking the "Cock Blocker Noisegate" out of his playlist or just comparing it to Fortin Zuul........and the winner is........

[@Celso_Luis]

He'll probably just burp really loud

[@carlossandoval2974]

He won't say anything... This guy is a clown doesn't deserve any attention.

[@arbazann]

@@carlossandoval2974 ok?

[@evilutionltd]

Ola won't comment because there's nothing to comment on. They are both angular redesigns of the explorer and if Ola was inspired by anything, it would have been the Washburn or Dean Stealth.

[@HeadbangersLocal]

I mean, isn’t everyone pretty much “ripping off” Fender and Gibson anyway? Most guitars nowadays are based off those brands.

[@jeffthecoomer7178]

As far as iv seen just about every guitar brand is ripping someone else off. lol

[@JeanMarceaux]

BC Rich Mockingbird is fairly original, as well as Ibanez Iceman

[@SpaceEmperorGenos]

@@JeanMarceaux They are, but those were also originally made when Strats and Les Pauls were at their lowest popularity, in the early life of Heavy Metal. Just like how nobody wanted an explorer when hair metal was what was popping off, nobody wanted a stratocaster when heavy metal was what was popping off.

[@JeanMarceaux]

@@SpaceEmperorGenos mmmm, I don't know, both those guitars came out in ~1975, Les Pauls and Strats still saw rather heavy use. After all, someone was buying out the lawsuit Japanese Les Pauls.

[@willbarnard3824]

Hears first riff on ghost fret, “oh holy shit that sounds ridiculous, i wonder what he’s running?” *sees revv lit up behind him* “ah right then” *cries in poor*

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

Well, I’m glad you liked the tone! FWIW, the Revv models on the PodGo are quite good.

[@willbarnard3824]

@@SpectreSoundStudios Hell yeah! The PodGo is probably my next step for live stuff. Currently falling down the rabbit hole that is STL Tonehub. The fact that i can run a fredman technique each on a savage, herbert, and 5150 blockletter all from the same input realtime on reaper for $200 is nuts

[@dowens3781]

@@willbarnard3824 Fuck all that digital modeling bullshit - use real amps.

[@willbarnard3824]

@@dowens3781 yeah, because i have $10k just lying around to be spent on the real amp version of the setup i have right now...

[@dowens3781]

@@grievuspwn4g3 I feel sorry for him if he uses fake amps at gigs. That shit is passable for home recording, but not for live shows.

[@albert-uj8ci]

Everybody is "ripping off" everybody. - Nobody is "ripping off" anybody. Just build nice guitars and stop pissing on each others shoes.

[@greevar]

Side dots are more useful since you're looking down at the Side of the guitar.

[@robertporter2447]

Not if you are dyslectic, spelling?, If it's not a guitar I'm familiar with side dots still lack. I like at least dot in middle of frets. Z.K.

[@guybuddy1]

@@robertporter2447 what?

[@Endless_somers]

@@robertporter2447 are you a snail Robert? Do your eyes come out and bend in front of the guitar ? The side markers are the important ones.

[@Mega_trav]

I have no problem with this. I’d much rather give Ola my money than Rob Chapman

[@Louis_Bieringer]

sorry that im not informed bout rob but whats wrong with him?

[@Mega_trav]

@@Louis_Bieringer I just don’t really like watching the guy. He is pretty pompous. I like Ola’s content more as well. Both guitar brands seem fine. I haven’t had the chance to play either

[@AWMJoeyjoejoe]

I wouldn't care if the solar was identical in every way. I'd still get the solar because solar guitars isn't owned by a complete arsehole.

[@2m0ng032]

Please elaborate.

[@4572dk]

@@2m0ng032 he's watched a couple youtube videos and now thinks he knows who Rob Chapman really is despite never having met him and therefore not being able to judge...classic KZbin idiot!

[@2m0ng032]

@@4572dk That's what I assumed as well!

[@iangarza990]

please explain. ive met the guy, hes the most fucking awesome chill guy ive seen.

[@2m0ng032]

@@fredriksvard2603 Are you trolling?

[@Rimsiakas]

The trick is to use the classical guitar posture: rest the guitar on the LEFT leg, rest your foot on something so the leg is a bit upwards..

[@dowens3781]

I've played that way ever since I bought a Gibson V at age 16 - it feels far more comfortable to me (except I'm left-handed, so I rest the guitar on my right leg)

[@chupasaurus]

Doesn't work with the Explorer shape for 2 reasons: the neck would be way out and the body would be laying on a belly since by raising leg you'll incline the guitar towards youself because the side of body is flat.

[@SpaceEmperorGenos]

@@chupasaurus So use a strap or play the other way with the body resting on your right leg and shooting horizontally. Why you think it's your place to try and undermine somebody's good advice about playing position just because you have an Explorer is beyond me, and judging by that alone it seems you'd be better off pissing away more money on brand names rather than speaking your mind.

[@peachmelba1000]

Now Chapman should rip off Ola Englund and be classy, humble, genuine, and cool.

[@eskoriakiebraqeyo7942]

?

[@peachmelba1000]

@@eskoriakiebraqeyo7942 I'm saying Rob Chapman is a wanker.

[@peachmelba1000]

@@fredriksvard2603 yes that too...start another guitar run with a half step bend, _please_ , Rob haha

[@dowens3781]

@@peachmelba1000 Who tf is that Chapman dude anyway? Never heard of him outside of KZbin. Ola is actually in known bands. I'm so sick of these douchey KZbin "stars".

[@ERWebster]

I think Chapman is shipping all their latest models with Seymour Duncans again, except for Rabea's Pro line which has his signature Bareknuckles.

[@denverrandy7143]

I wonder what the reasoning was for going back to S.Duncans?

[@denverrandy7143]

@@grievuspwn4g3 Right on,Thank you...I really wanna check a Chapman out.

[@jacobrapoport5871]

This guy definitely smells like cigarettes and stale chips

[@bencarpenter5711]

😆😆😆🇳🇿🤙

[@pt8175]

Every Chapman I have played just does not cut it. I have played two different Solar's and going by my experience I would buy a Solar over a Chapman any day.

[@stranger5088]

Don’t forget the Jackson Kelly. They made the pointy explo... style guitars first afaik.

[@armelind]

and Ibanez Destroyer.

[@ZILtoid1991]

Everybody is ripping off each other. There's nothing new under the sun. As long you put effort into it to be a bit different, and you won't sue people for minor similarities, it's not a problem.

[@ThrashRebel]

F..., who really cares, at this point? Let the corporatists fight it out. Meanwhile, we enjoy more guitar options with varied price ranges.

[@codymarkley8372]

I'd rather buy solar because ola is cooler than chappers.

[@kevinhernandez2594]

It's almost like they're made in the same factory

[@MaestroJericho]

I know right, sketch an explorer on a napkin and send it to Cortek or WMI and boom "that guitar looks like the other guitar from Cortek/WMI!"

[@vincentdelmas2792]

Good point bro

[@davidg1612]

So Harley Benton is ripping off Solar and now Solar is ripping off Chapman? This soap opera plot is starting to thicken. Next episode: CHAPMAN IS RIPPING OFF GLARRY! LMAO

[@annekedebruyn7797]

So when is Gibson ripping of another brand so the cycle can repeat.

[@saintrhoads3375]

The thing about fret markers, I like the aesthetic of not having any, but I NEED the ones on the side of the neck.

[@lone-wolf-1]

Same here! But I also love to look on the fretboard and my fingers....I will put fat markers on the upper side of the neck: 5mm brass tubes filled with reddish-orange coloured plastic

[@MaestroJericho]

haha yeah, you could play a blank fretboard to a PRS with birds to a JEM with vines and doesn't matter since the side of the neck is the vital part.

[@saintrhoads3375]

The vines on the Jem look epic

[@seanf5760]

A way to combat the guitar sliding off your leg when playing these shapes, play in classical position instead of modern. Helps the shape stay in your lap.

[@Pfaeff]

2:18 Wait, so the Chapman Ghost Fret doesn't have side dots? I thought all Chapman guitars have those. Why would you need fret markings when you have side dots?

[@thomaschilds8781]

Mine does. 2015. Newer standard range ones have dot markers on the fret board.

[@nickloper2542]

Hey Glenn, quick thing about fret markers. Often you'll find markings on the top side of the fretboard/binding when they are not on the board themselves. I know both Ibanez and Schecter have done this. Makes it just as easy to see where you are and still gives the naked look.

[@channtastic]

You can tell that the solar looks way better quality than the Chapman

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

Please quantify that observation

[@gilbertspader7974]

I plan on making an exact copy of a strat and sell it as an electric baritone Lute .

[@brunogarcia6506]

The main difference between a Solar and a Chapman is that when you purchase a Solar, your money isn't going to the hands of a scumbag scam artist.

[@mikeodonnell4781]

Agreed!!!!!

[@mickeytylerofficial]

Hi Glen , I am in need of some serious feedback! So about 10 years ago I bought a program by Cakewalk and Roland called the V-Studio 20 ; which is a DAW/Interface combo with built in BOSS effects that works exclusively for windows 7 . My question is this , I have been recording comfortably on this program and interface for many years now while enhancing my skills / knowledge revolving around audio engineering , but I feel like I am too comfortable . When I upgrade from windows 7 and get a new interface/Daw will the transition be painful? I would hate to have put all of these years of effort into learning about about audio production just to feel like I am starting from scratch again . Would it be worth it in the long run to upgrade my setup or will I still be okay to use my "OUT OF DATE" recording software? Thanks in advance Glenn and cheers from Ingersoll 2 hrs east on the 401!

[@Sinisterbvnny]

Glenn, may be a stupid question, but do you not wear a strap when you sit down and play? If you have your strap fitted right, the guitar shouldn't be sliding down so much... Just a thought!

[@OGM_OriginalGameMusic]

I cant hear you, the Soldano is staring at me too loud XD. you're looking great these days btw mate ;)

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

Ty!

[@mightywaffle51]

Guitars are just a rip off of a lute anyway!

[@ArticLight14]

Just curious, is that one of the artist designed solar? He’s done a few signatures for some guys.

[@jeffreyschroder8004]

Dude's Signature from At The Gates

[@guybuddy1]

Why does everything sound out of tune when Glen plays a guitar?

[@h1de]

Greetings Glenn, happy holidays!

[@funnyshaunno]

I keep strap-ons on all my guitars... wait... I keep straps on all my guitars. I don’t have issues with wings and friction. Yes, I sit with strap-ons

[@brandongreene3213]

Lol ded

[@donicsm7684]

As a producer, what is your opinion on the EMG sound, Gleen? We know a lot of players dislike it, curious to know what you think.

[@JETGuitars]

He's adressed it several times before. He said a lot of people frown on them, but he's always liked them. He has a couple in his schecter hellraiser, which has been on most of his recordings.

[@oscarcamey8]

I wish I could have gotten a 7 string telecaster from chapman years ago! But I feel like the Seymour duncan's sound better than emg's? I guess that's personal preference at the end of the day.

[@danielnuzum8117]

Glenn I love when you do demos yourself! It's cool to see you just playing, we have enough crazy shredders and super technical guitarists demoing everything its just nice to see somebody who just cares about sound.

[@adrianamorphous]

Agree! And tbh you don't see many people play the way that Glenn did and it's kinda refreshing

[@danielnuzum8117]

@@adrianamorphous yeah man! It's kinda of a perfect example of what us mortals are able to do with a guitar vs people like Bea making us all look bad 😂

[@adrianamorphous]

@@danielnuzum8117 I'm tired of all of the "look what I spent 30 hours practicing" solos. Bring back the creativity and dirt I say

[@danielnuzum8117]

@@adrianamorphous yeah exactly stuff has gotten pretty stale lately and I'm glad Glenn is here to unfuck that mentality haha

[@IbanezFan550]

"Cares about sound" but actually can't play very well

[@blakecurtis7809]

Breaking News: WATER WET!

[@PikkaBird]

Well, ackchually water MAKES things wet but isn't in itself wet.

[@ayelmao1224]

Water’s not wet

[@blakecurtis7809]

More Breaking News: KZbin Commenters Can't Take A Joke!

[@Yupppi]

I wonder if the weight thing is dependent on the individual guitar as well, and not specifically a model feature? Does the Chapman have sidemarkings at least on the fretboard? I believe many who opt out of regular inlays do it because they find they don't need more than the sidedots. Personally I think the fretboard in Chapman looks nicer visually than the Solar inlays. But after all that's just a question of taste, not quite argument of function. I recall Rob using mostly classical position, just like with V's when he plays ghost fret. I always thought guitars shaped like explorer are most fit for standing up with a strap.

[@AlbusBand]

The Chapman Pro line are from World in South Korea, not sure on Solar, but I thought Indonesia? As for the fret markers, I use the side dots, so having something on the actual fretboard ends up being just aesthetics for me. I’ve played both and really like both. Great review as always Glenn, sad I didn’t get to see you again in Nashville (or Anaheim this coming January), but whenever NAMM returns you can expect to see me & Ben Coombs yet again. Hope you’re well and keeping safe. All my Love, Aaron

[@DrumWild]

Who looks at the fretboard while playing? There should be fret markers on the side of the neck.

[@marvintimke3978]

Who doesn't look at the fretboard from time to time while playing. But yes, i like it too, if guitars have those side dots on the neck.

[@DrumWild]

@@marvintimke3978 I don't. I look at the dots on the top. Rubbernecking to the front of the fretboard is a bit much.

[@dennismoes7281]

So all the people that don't want to put money in Crapmans pocket can get a simiular guitar with probably better QC and put money in a cool dudes pocket at the same time? Win win situation And its the same guitar Kirk Windstein is playing so win win win

[@childcemetery9937]

Hey glenn I am a solo artist with my own project going on and i was wondering, if i were to play live in the future, what are some of the ways i could adapt to play in a live setting? i dont know any other musicians that could aid me with bass or drums for example. i have seen bands before without a drummer just performing their songs with a drum machine and doing the rest live. is that realistic to do if you're the only one on stage? Love from austria

[@srh361]

Do you actually look at the neck/ fret markers when you play???? I've bbeen playing over 30 years and the only time I ever looked at the markers was when I first started plying as I look at side dots if I look at anything at all when playing.

[@adiriakya9724]

I wish I would stop judging myself (for the last 10 years) for not playing "good" enough... You just play the way you want, the way you enjoy to play, I am jealous.

[@bojangles4704]

I wish you would practice

[@adiriakya9724]

@@bojangles4704 I am practicing every day for atleast 2 hours... I am pretty technical.

[@Spoofaged]

@@adiriakya9724 I think he was joking. If you're not enjoying what you're doing, then you're doing it wrong

[@MichaelD8393]

3:12 Try skateboard grip tape, Glenn; that stuff adds friction to anything.

[@frost9698]

Question (I have no idea about skateboards) wouldn’t that ware your pants over time? other wise i would love to try it on my chapman

[@SandraPokorneyCmonDude]

right on man. was my suggestion too.

[@MichaelD8393]

@@frost9698 Oh, yeah it would. So maybe wear a pair of pants you don’t really care much about. Or try something that's mildly abrasive. In other words, strong enough to keep the guitar from slipping, but not strong enough to ruin your pants.

[@search895]

Skate grip tape is mostly sandpaper. It adds grip but also erosion to everything it touches. Better some adhesive rubber.

[@RyanWright]

yeah, I'll second that. That stuff is great for adding friction!

[@erebussceleris1743]

Have you tried the classical playing position it may aid with the guitar moving around when you play...just an idea?

[@Reign_In_Blood_963]

Apply a small bead of clear silicone caulking to the bottom edge about a 1/2" from the back edge. The silicone can be safely remove by peeling it off and then just rubbing your thumb over the are to remove the residue.

[@mekore]

glen started to dabble again in guitar.. ps: just saw off the wing

[@EstelonAgarwaen]

i just find the body style uncomfy. strats are where my heart lies. my player stat that i modded with a bareknucke humbucker is a killer rock machine.

[@EstelonAgarwaen]

@@fredriksvard2603 i just got a prs se standard 24 dec 31st last year, that thing is comfy and sounds really nice. the bridge pickup just doesnt have the bite that a tele has (duh) sounds really thick though, perfect for rock and metal.

[@EstelonAgarwaen]

@@fredriksvard2603 mine has the molded prs trem.

[@dylan.606]

Try playing it in classical position maybe? Also, why not use the side dots for fret reference?

[@5T3LTH]

do we know for sure that these aren't just the same guitar manufactured in the same factory then one is simply branded for chapman and one for solar?

[@wastelandviking4547]

Don't like it when mommy and daddy fight😭🤣 P.s looking great Glenn

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

Ty dude!

[@brizza72]

Not a good reason to buy a guitar, but I'd rather give my money to Ola. Either way, I'm sure they are both good value for money.

[@ThatBaritoneGuitarGuy]

I would not buy a Solar, for the simple fact of ordering them online is the only way to get them. I will not buy a guitar I cannot play in person.

[@mcmstralex6431]

@@ThatBaritoneGuitarGuy if you are in the uk guitar guitar have them

[@ThatBaritoneGuitarGuy]

@@mcmstralex6431 I am in America. In which case, we do have Chapman, but not Solar.

[@mcmstralex6431]

@@ThatBaritoneGuitarGuy that’s a shame they are good guitars

[@enjoiandrew69]

@@ThatBaritoneGuitarGuy we technically have Chapmans but I've never seen one in any store in the southeast. You'd most likely have to order either one of these.

[@bigchiefsmackaho387]

Hey Glenn! Try using the gripper part of a velcro strip on the bottom of that beast, it’ll grip the fabric of your pants without actually hooking in. I use velcro strips for holding my picks in a place i can easily grab them. Truly a musicians best friend on stage.

[@Endless_somers]

Glenn do your eyes bend in front of the fretboard to see the markers?? The fret markers are always along the neck where the players eyes go. FRICK!!

[@Rex-golf_player810]

If harley benton is ripping off of anyone, it is everyone lmao Using a similar body shape and shit doesnt mean you are straight up counterfeiting lol

[@MaestroJericho]

isn't their MO doing Suhr/PRS/etc shapes without compromising (set neck/ss frets/etc) at the lowest possible price point?

[@endlessmars5735]

The tuner being left on the headstock is causing me physical pain.

[@TheCheesewalrus]

mine hasn't left the headstock since i bought it. enjoy the back half of your week!

[@norbertvarga1210]

@@TheCheesewalrus w h a t

[@TheCheesewalrus]

@@norbertvarga1210 my most sincere apologies lol

[@nisterror]

have you tried cutting a piece of a yoga mat or shelf liner to put on top of your leg? Honestly I usually just wear a strap with guitars that are awkward to hold sitting down

[@ordohereticus3427]

I suspect that you get more sequels in the Solar in good part due to the EMGs. The tone profile and pre-amp help with harmonics, but then there’s also a narrow range and sterile sound compared to passives.

[@luisnunes2010]

192 coments in the first hour! This isn't just a channel, it's a comunity. 👌👍

[@alrecks619]

And they all copied from us, therefore we will sue every single of them! - Bully Guitars USA, most definitely

[@eduardosimoesneto]

Hello. Have you tried a rubber strip? It can solve your lack of friction.

[@outofboredomX]

I 'd like to know how balanced are those guitars. A year ago I bought an SG type guitar and I hated how unbalanced was, I had to sell it. PS: cool T shirt.

[@SpectreSoundStudios]

Pretty well balanced!

[@starr_shine3060]

I'm just gonna say it: they both look like Gibson Explorers.

[@LaineBaker]

Holy shit, I love your cyclone shirt! Robotech life

[@adampavelec857]

Probably a stupid question from a drummer... I understand the purpose for the foam between the nut and the tuners; but why don’t you also have foam between the bridge and tail piece? Also, for the slipping issue while seated, maybe try those rubberized mats that we all used to have in our kitchen cupboards?

[@tonycarpaccio9550]

You look at fretboard inlays to tell where you are? That's pretty weird I would have thought, I can't even see them the way I hold my guitars.

[@oli8624]

For your sitting problem: try standing.

[@samsungtelevision695]

Works for peeing, works for guitaring

[@samsungtelevision695]

Or both at once

[@alankelly1001]

Skateboard tape... put a strip of that on the edge of the guitar.

[@phatbass9548]

Bad click bait. So they are a similar shape but with many differences?

[@SimonLarkin-CSRecording]

The friction tape that is used on the edge of outdoor stair treads is something I use to prevent the guitar slipping on my leg.

[@brapamaldi7666]

or if you have a skate shop nearby... deck grip tape. or just get some sandpaper and double sided sticky tape, haha.

[@SimonLarkin-CSRecording]

@@brapamaldi7666 exactly that!!

[@comand0Metalero1]

Hey glenn there is the steinberger folding leg rest to solve that issue

[@jimyounger9490]

I’m sorry for laughing , but these are all made in Indonesia’s factory. Just different labels. I thought everyone knew that.

[@richardharrold9736]

The 2016 Chapman was made in Incheon, South Korea. The Pro line is still made there.

[@pramke5903]

I don't really understand the issue with fret markers. I mean, when I play, I don't really look at the top of the fretboard and I have no issue knowing where I am using the side dots

[@MarcBecker_Music]

I personally use a guitar strap which is set just to hold the guitar slightly up when I sit down to prevent my guitars from sliding. The guitar can move, but does not tilt and slide of my leg. It also comes very handy when doing some adjustments on the computer keyboard or using the mouse while recording myself. It interrupts the work flow a lot less than putting the guitar back in its stand every time I have to use my hands to operate the DAW. If you don't like to use a strap for some reason, have you considered using an anti-slip car dash sticky pads made of silicon. Just place the pad on your leg and rest the guitar upon it. Since I've never tried it, I have no idea whether it works or not and how well the pad will stick to your trousers but it might be worth trying :-)

[@normalwhiteguy1555]

This lunch lady really knows her guitars! 😂

[@kenfresno2125]

Grip tape, for skateboards, will do a great job at keeping the guitar in place, but the slight constant movement will eventually wear a hole in whatever pants you're wearing as it's basically sand paper.

[@huschangetemadi-zanganeh7247]

I recommend to put a towel with a rough surface and with a lot of friction on your thigh, when you are playing Explorer type guitars. Works for me.

[@Grindermetalhead]

What do you need the dot inlays on the fretboard for when you have sidedots? You can't even see the freatboard most of the time because you're looking at the guitar neck from the side when you play.

[@SyntheticFuture]

It's a stick of wood with some electronics. There's really only so many sensible shapes you can make such a thing. Same goes for swords, spears, drums, handguns, vacuum cleaners, light fixtures toilet brushes and toilet roll holders etc etc.

[@prsplayer210]

Cant wait till Goodyear starts suing other tire manufacturers for making the same shape tires

[@gerryjamesedwards1227]

Glenn! Just put a strip of rubber over your leg, with the guitar on top. Or use contact cement (like they use for applying tolex to amps) and stick the rubber onto the guitar. You apply a couple of thin layers, let it dry til just slightly tacky, then place it and apply even pressure. Job done.

[@erickleefeld4883]

For any sort of designer/pointy guitar, you really just need to wear it with a strap at all times, including when you sit down. (And the same goes for Ovations.) There, that’s the ergonomics solution.

[@ReifSpano1]

Wouldn't keeping the strap on solve the sliding issue on the Chapman?

[@MichaelKnouff]

Which Seymour Duncan's are in the ghost fret? I can't find anything online about what model they are.

[@richardharrold9736]

I think they were JBs, but I can't be absolutely certain. Check the old videos on Rob's channel, possibly Rabea's too.

[@ericvalverderosado2046]

How if Solars looks way more Metal and have real useful cuts Ps: its true that the E Type is more of a rythin guitarist and the Ghostfret more for leads

[@ZombifyYourself]

I'm a little confused: are you actually saying Solar is ripping off Chapman or just 'highlighting' their similarities?? Because while they are definitely marketed towards the same demographic, I think it's fair to say Solar isn't ripping off Chapman. With different aesthetics, different bridges, and different pickups, that hardly screams "rip off". They're just two different but *similar* Gibson scale-length Explorerer shaped guitars.

[@NickHillMakesMusic]

Good video Glen, I think this argument is silly. Let's use road vehicle body styles as an example, Pickup Trucks, Sedans, Coupes, Hatchbacks. Its different flavors of time tested formats.

[@PrimaryToSecondary]

On the Chapman guitar; do what DimeBag did, he put Velcro on the parts where his Dean From Hell interacted with his leg when shredding, I’m sure it’ll fix your problem.

[@idoob4720]

That guitar would look great strung left handed. The wing would be pointed down. The placement of the knobs may get in the way though.

[@thegreatmothra]

If you want something to stop it slipping down your leg you either want skateboard grip tape, or the hook half of velcro, both of which come as self adhesive strips.

[@mayo.r.857]

Maybe you could try a small strip of the hook part of some pedalboard velcro? That stick on that stuff seems to hold up pretty well

[@PikkaBird]

I need to point out that the bridge on the Ghost Fret isn't a Hipshot. I was the guy that made them change that misleading spec on their website at the time.

[@InsomniacMatt]

I used to have an LTD EX type guitar, but it sort of died and I'm too poor to repair/replace it, but I actually found it to be quite comfortable in classical position

[@markoxford81]

Do Chapman guitars not have side dots to mark fret positions?

[@MrPoilleke]

A piece of adhesive scratch/velcro, only one side should be needed?