Squier Bullet Unboxing & First Impressions

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[@LewisDalton]

If I played that guitar it would sound like a £110 guitar. Dave plays it and makes it sound like a £1000 guitar. Incredible talent!!! 👍

[@bakters]

No, it wouldn't. It would sound just as good as a $1000 guitar, because it's a good instrument. Cheap guitars used to sound very bad, some still do, but not this one. BTW - Andertons tried to mod this model and improve it. They rather failed, because stock pickups sounded better (to my ear) than an expensive set of bareknuckles. Stock hardtail Bullet Squier held its own against a decent MiM Fender. Personally I preferred the Bullet, but it's just a matter of taste. Both were good guitars.

[@sumanchhetri1809]

It is never about the instrument always about the Musician

[@dinosaursdoingtherobot850]

Most of the tone is from the amp that boss is one of the best amps I have ever heard better than most tube amps

[@redmsr]

@@dinosaursdoingtherobot850 yes it is an ok guitar played through an amazing amp

[@tomlynch8114]

Squier Bullets are very good guitars. I had a couple of Bullet strats previously (not hard tailed though), and I have a Bullet Mustang. They do sound great. Thinner lighter bodies than normal, but I quite like that. They are really fun guitars.

[@morddas]

Dude, Fender should be playing YOU for this ringing endorsement. I've NEVER heard a Squier sing like that, man. Beautiful!

[@Kamil92Zgon]

Me to, and for me Bullet series is really bad, OK, I know how much it costs, but for me is huge difference between bullet and affinity series. I was shocked when I heard that David`s playing and opinion.

[@lgiorgos1]

@@Kamil92Zgon I have a bullet strat and it is sooo bad... I think 2008 model. The neck is unplayable. It's not overly big but it's very narrow and weird. The bridge is also really low quality. It's just a bad instrument. I think affinities have narrow necks also btw.

[@northernthrifter8817]

@@lgiorgos1 I had a great affinity strat and Tele I a agree the quality is far superior not that you tell here he's making that sing like an angel.

[@Raul1971xxx]

Good comment.. 👍

[@stefangranberg9319]

my Bullet should be ashamed for being so good and resonant :P here's another great player who likes Bullet's kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4jCkp2KndhrjNE

[@400_billion_suns]

I swear you could put 55 inch summer sausage in this guy's hands and it would somehow sound like a top-tier instrument

[@joemorrow8411]

🤣🤣🤣🤣👍👍🇺🇸🍻

[@Twinky946]

400billionsuns this is the best one so far

[@bluwng]

That type of statement is a veiled insult, you discredit the instrument

[@400_billion_suns]

bluwng Just a lighthearted joke. That Squier is a great guitar and I'd be happy to own one, but Dave's skills are the biggest factor in why all of his instruments sound so great.

[@theeditor1071]

We all know where you would put a 55 inch sausage

[@wonderpope]

This video is 20% unboxing the guitar, 40% playing the guitar and 40% staring at it in disbelief :D. Enjoyed the full 100% of it

[@nickshaw6085]

Lol! Nailed it.

[@fondoman3884]

Lol

[@321bytor]

...that guitar thought it was going to end up as a Christmas pressie for a new starter...instead - KZbin star with Mr Dave Simpson! 😆

[@flu33rp]

Just incredible! I Think those 35 dislikes are People who ordered the guitar and realized it wasnt the guitar who made that amazing sound! Hat of for you Dave!

[@HoriaNeagu]

- Review: 6 / 10 - Humour: 8 / 10 - Personality: 10 / 10 - Guitar playing: No way you're human, mate! 10+ / 10

[@thedavesimpson]

Thank you very much. : )

[@stevenray5215]

Just back from a long shift in a very hot kitchen, now sitting with an ice cold beer listening to Dave spank the living day lights out of a new guitar. Life is good. Cheers Dave. 👍

[@seasofneptunejimmy9262]

Steven Ray Hot kitchen in the summer, I feel for you buddy

[@tonym7051]

Steven Ray working in a kitchen during the summer is the worst

[@BollocksUtwat]

@@seasofneptunejimmy9262 *Hot kitchen in the summer* Sounds like a good blues song title.

[@M17_Max]

@@BollocksUtwat given the names of some blues songs it definitely fits inn

[@jeradrhone8773]

I feel ya man, cant wait to chill after work with my guitar. Working in a 100 degree kitchen in north texas as i write this.

[@dingdong6069]

A guy who has roadied and guitar tech'd for the likes of GnR and Soundgarden amongst others once said to me that its 5% the guitar, 15% the amp and 80% the player. This video proves him 100% right.

[@sugarlife485]

nice!

[@dingdong6069]

@Keith Clark Sorry Keith. I realise from your reply I might have not worded my comment detailed enough. Sure Dave's a very competent player and yes he's using the Katana's features here to achieve a sound he likes. What the guitar tech I mention is getting at is that its of course up to the player how much they spend on a guitar and amp set up to achieve that holy grail of "their sound" BUT in doing this 80% of that sound comes from the player. That's just as it is. Of course you need equipment to hear this 80% but this is where he swears by the fact that you should look to spend up to 3 times your budget on an amp as opposed to your guitar. In other words.... a cheap guitar can often sound great through an expensive amp. However, in his vast experience, the opposite isn't true. In other words don't blow 3 grand on a Fender Custom Shop and then spend your hundred and fifty change on an amp. Of course this is just a generalisation. Of course there are countless combinations of gear of varying price, quality and availability that its impossible to pigeonhole. I repeat this is just a "general rule" and subject to many variables. But... I have to agree with the tech. In my experience of working over 3 decades in the music industry his rule works most of the time. If you have a budget guitar, ok maybe set it up as good as can be first, and then play it though a half decent (or very decent if you can) amp then in the hands of an accomplished player they will get a good sound. Give the same player a crap amp and a vintage guitar worth more than a family saloon and A/B the results usually (not always) are worse for the listener's enjoyment. The obvious thing in all of this is the Katana. As per the 1000's and 1000's of reviews and comments out there they really have knocked it out of the park on this one. The Katanas for their money are punching way, way above their weight. Not saying they're the "best amp ever" - hey I don't even own one myself - but they really do "do the job" when it comes to amplification. Again sorry if I wasn't clear. Hope that helps! All the best my friend.

[@erictoniaschwab1009]

ding dong You hit the nail on the head sir. Yes, Katana’s punch so much higher than their cost. But if I was going to spend more money on one item, it would be the amplifier. A bullet Strat will kill through a twin reverb.

[@alexrmartin1421]

So true 🚀

[@71ibanez]

ding dong very well explained 👍

[@oldmanzen6682]

I wouldn't have been surprised to hear the guitar ask Dave for a cigarette after that first jam. Christ...

[@Gtraxx1]

Dave just proving to everyone that tone comes from the hands. Love it

[@powbobs]

Garrett Geeslin Yes, talented guitarists can make a mediocre guitar sound good. But the new Bullets have ceramic pickups like the Mexican Standard Fender’s used to that everyone liked. They sound really good.

[@TheSamborambo23]

So true

[@10brucelees]

This is the antidote to the channels which only buy 1000s of dollars of Suhr guitar and complain anyway.

[@erictoniaschwab1009]

Tom Amen. And also the antidote to the guys bickering on the gear page about their tens of thousands of dollars worth of gear.

[@thenovello-pugh]

Fantastic tones and playing from the fingers of Mr Dave Simpson. A major rock band need to give this guy a job right now!!!!

[@Good-Enuff-Garage]

you mean he needs to give a band a shot to play with him

[@jjcollins]

This video is the prime example about how gear doesn't matter. It's all about the player and the soul of the individual. Dave, you sound phenomenal, and you're playing a $180.00 guitar and a $239.00 amp. The sound is unreal. Playing is brilliant! Fantastic video Dave! : )

[@ferdinandsuwandi6179]

Go direct to 15:50 .. this is the best Squier review ever ! Love you Dave.. and your mod on the Rotovibe too !

[@metalfan5410]

Dave is so talented that he could make any chip log sound like a 1000$ instrument. Really enjoying your guitar skills.

[@myguitar982]

Well if Rhcp lose John again I think u should take his place, no joke

[@fruhentus4437]

My Guitar Absolutely .

[@kartikkotnala6509]

Exactly...as soon i heard him play RHCP was hovering in my mind🤯🤯 incredible man!

[@bartderijck172]

Word up 👌

[@SFeatures1]

for sure, dave hase amazing passion and emotion in his solos and sound a lot like john

[@bongoscot]

I've been saying for a few years now that beginner guitarists have never had it so good. Both major cheap guitar builders, Squire and Epi, are making cheap guitars that are stage worthy. It used to be that this price range would get you bloody fingers and pretty fire wood

[@MrSpeed-lt8gr]

Yes the technology has gotten amazing and everyone can get a playable guitar these days. I tell people all the time, if you want to spend a couple of grand on a guitar then please do. That’s capitalism. But for those of us who can’t pay that kind of money, there are so many affordable options that play so well. Besides this Bullet Strat I have a few Harley Benton guitars (Tele, Single Cut, Double Cut Junior and Explorer) that all play so well. The SC550 in particular is amazing. I got it as a b stock for $187. The finish imperfections are barely noticeable. You have to really look hard. And the guitar plays and sounds amazing. I had to sell my Gibson Classic 4 years ago and was still heartbroken over doing that. The SC550 has taken a lot of that heartache away. It’s a great Les Paul Style guitar.

[@stefangranberg9319]

I have one in sunburst (2010) and it's one of the nicest playing guitars I've had, I actually sold it, but then I had to get it back :), seen pro's who like them too (Mike Rutherford, Jack Pearson)

[@cgoebbert]

While not as low as the Bullet price point, I recently made the pleasant discovery that while not as pretty as a MusicMan Valentine, a Sterling by MM Valentine feels, plays, and sounds very close to the US made models, and I own both. Bought a USA MM Valentine and then Sterling put out a chambered model that’s a bit lighter for me and some and I thought I’d give it a try. Very glad I did. Forget all the hype. They say a great guitar is one that inspires you to play. In the case of my Sterling Valentine, and definitely this Squier Bullet, considered that box checked. Woof!

[@benindavisca]

OK Dave. I think I've found my new GUITAR HERO...

[@Joseph-wh5of]

Amazing performance! This just shows that it is not the price of the guitar, but the talent of the guitarist.

[@morddas]

Everybody reading this, send this video to Fender. Let's get Dave hooked up!!

[@johnyoung9976]

morddas if I knew how I would

[@BoltRM]

Twitter? @Fender

[@MrThx3876]

I look forward to your videos just so I can listen to you play. Your enthusiasm is as infectious as your playing.

[@jjcarter6539]

What sells it for me its that he was planning to do a comparison video with a fender stratocaster and he totally forgot that it was there as he keeps playing the Squier in disbelieve

[@Edward1312]

Cheap guitars are well made nowadays, so no point in spending thousands just to have a made in the usa sticker.

[@BollocksUtwat]

@Brandon Ivey They're still really well made relative to what used to be had for not even that price point but something higher. They're just not the best in terms of what you can get today, which is even more ridiculous.

[@clivedavies3]

@Brandon Ivey I agree the yam is a better guitar but the finger board is to narrow for a lot of is to play so as an alternative the bullet is a good spec.

[@jonmatthews4254]

Robots make good guitars.

[@TheRealCowlick]

@@clivedavies3 try the harley benton line guys. They're awesome.

[@corneliuscrewe8165]

P*Funk You got that right. I remember years ago when I started the “starter guitars” that used to be 3 times as much as that Squier and were total hopeless crap. Most low end Squiers these days are usually only a good setup away from being perfectly serviceable guitars, and there are low end guitars that are so much better than even that.

[@davecarpenter7266]

My name is Dave, i have a Squier, or 3. And i dont sound like that. I swear, youre possessed by either Jimi or Stevie. Man! Just tryna pick my jaw off the floor. You ARE the god of hellfire! Bring it!

[@harryshearing9813]

Daves a god and an angel i dont know how such a beautiful soul can still exsist!!! never stop being you Dave !

[@willshred4money]

Years later now I wonder how many of these hardtails this video sold. I am ordering one right now! Thanks Dave!!!

[@12moons36]

I own the squier bullet Sunburst for year and a half it was gifted do me as a present for christmas and I can say it was so comfy I felt in love with that strat.

[@MacPro8CoreMan]

Awesome Video! Killer playing! Truth: You play a Bullet out of the box and it's a "10"... The rest of us play it out of the box and it sounds like a Squire Bullet! LOL

[@angelsalavec9190]

Been researching my first guitar. watched so many reviews! After seeing the joy on your face while playing this guitar, I AM SOLD! Watching you play and your genuine love for music, instruments, and THIS GUITAR has also brought me tremendous joy in this moment. THANK YOU!!! Rock on! \m/

[@Jnday]

Loved watching your videos for the past few years, but I reckon my favourites are when you’re ‘just’ noodling away on a new guitar. All the different styles and techniques that come so naturally to you just blow us mere mortal guitarists away. A real joy to watch this video Dave - awesome!

[@wilson4180]

I want to say thank you. Budget gear demos/reviews on KZbin is overwhelming and boring to say the least. With you, I feel like we’re In the same room chatting. It feels organic and not like someone’s paying you to be nice on purpose. Thanks man, we appreciate it.

[@JoseSantos-wx5nu]

I have a squire affinity strat hss and love it, but let me tell you... those guys should pay you good money for this video. You are fantastic.

[@martinscholes9314]

I love the fact that such cheap gear can be made to sound so good! Bollocks to the cork-sniffers!

[@aliced.3719]

That silliness at the beginning just saved my mood for the day

[@Douger318]

JUST BOUGHT ONE 55 YEARS OLD GONNA LEARN ON IT, SEEMS DAMN NIVE FOR THE MONEY

[@xDrDeath78x]

I’ve got a bullet tele and a affinity strat and I couldn’t be happier with them. A great amp is a good leveller but being a fantastic player, as you are sir is the key.

[@traceybaker343]

there is some great fender squires out there and you just got one ,it sounds like the real deal.and the price is crazy.well done Dave.you deserved it.

[@FrazerJones71]

My wife literally just walked Inthe house two hours ago with one of these guitars that she got for daft money off of one of her clients (she's a health worker ) and I'm having the same reaction, plays sooo good, can't believe it's a beginners guitar.

[@markewing6780]

Dave! Your channel has become a must watch for me over time. That Squier sold me too! I literally just bought my first Candy Apple Red G & L Legacy 2 days ago, and now I feel like I need to buy a red Bullet, which I never thought I would say. I have tons of Fenders, and I love them all. Squier's too, Love every one. But watching you play that thing and your genuine reaction has me thinking I may have overlooked something special at that damn price!! Keep the videos coming brother. Very inspiring!!! Peace!!!

[@Vigi]

I love seeing you plat this instrument Dave! Your never ceases to amaze me! I can't wait to see this is a mint green 3-ply scratch plate. That's the first thing I would do too if I had a fiesta red strat like this. :D

[@noone-fv8ks]

Bought this to try out after your enthusiasm in fsr seafoam green. I think I lucked out, after new strings and a bit of lemon oil, pickup height it plays and sounds great compared my other strats which are 10 times as much. The neck feels a dream with satin almost unfinish wood feel, no fretting problems anywhere on neck or rattling or buzzing. It really is making me readdress cost to value on my guitar hunts! Well done squier Indonesia!

[@baebyblade2545]

I could listen to him play for hours!!! amazing, sounds so gorgeous, every single vibe captured so well

[@ArsonComplex]

Yup those squiers can be excellent guitars indeed. I love when notifications come up when you upload a video, a true inspiration to continue playing. The shirts I got from you have super powers btw, when I wear one I’m putting in more hours of inspired learning. Thank you Dave!

[@michaelbledsoe1060]

Thanks, Dave, awesome playing. I own a couple of Squier Classic Vibe guitars, the 60's strat, and thinline tele. Love your videos and a big hello from Texas. Now subscribed.

[@photochatvlog]

Fabulous video Dave, love how you were so enthusiastic about it.

[@nicolasdavault9619]

I've been watching videos over these really trying to decide if I want to get this one but listening to you plug it up has me convinced to get one. Amazing video!

[@christopherguzzi8073]

I absolutely love your unboxing videos. They always turn into an awesome concert. Also, the peekapoo at the beginning was pretty funny.

[@9timesacharm]

Without him knowing he probably sold some squiers :')

[@rightbackich213]

i recently bought one, changed the nut and polished the frets, and it is just amazing

[@sethasaurus841]

2020 April. Just sold me on one.

[@williami.hernandez695]

Seth Me too! 😜

[@StormdriverOne]

That's pretty much my reaction every time I play mine. It's just insane how good these new Bullets are. I have upgraded to Fender locking tuners, a Tusq nut and converted it to SSH with a Duncan Distortion but still, it's an amazing base to start with and it freakin' shreds!

[@ryanteacher8134]

Still got the same guitar?

[@RobertTheNag]

15:50 convinced me of ordering one! Your enthusiasm is amazing!

[@jakeritchie3805]

This is one of my favorite vids on youtube. I've never seen someone so happy about a 100 dollar guitar. Then he shreds it forever. Awesome

[@commentingpausedtoprotectus]

Love your playing and style. In my opinion it's a fusion of Hendrix, Green and Gilmour. Good work sir, good work!

[@willkupers]

I enjoyed watching this video so much. Funny, excitement and So much talent. Awesome, Dave every time I see you play. 👌🏽👍🏼🎸

[@ed.4540]

watching you playing this cheap guitar (i own this one too) got me goosebump and im in tears. dude, thats beautiful. its your soul singing through this guitar, deeper than the deepest. thank you for the inspiration! ❤❤

[@jordanfender3085]

Squier owes you BIG time lol… you sold a lot of people on these and I just received mine and it’s in a beautiful lake placid blue and I’m beyond impressed with this bullet and even more impressed with your playing. You have a bigger than life personality and so genuine and have an incredibly unique and amazing play style. I’m currently going through rehab and you’re videos and attitude has been a positive distraction and is helping me more than you could imagine… You’re the best Dave!!

[@harvumdum]

Dave you are a legend, you’re such a breath of fresh air for the guitar world, not only are you an incredible guitar player, you show people that hard work and practice make a guitar player not ££££ worth of gear! Keep it up and thanks for the videos

[@Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040]

I think it's also getting over the "I really, really need a genuine, expensive Fender/Gibson" feel. Settling for a modest Squier or other less known guitar requires a certain mindset, otherwise it will always eat you from within that it is not a "real thing".

[@northernthrifter8817]

@@Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040 yep that's just the suckers that haven't worked out that marketing is designed to do exactly that! 🎯

[@marksaunders5325]

Dave ... You are truly gifted ... Your guitar playing is sick ... Fabulous stuff ... 😎✌️

[@RichardKraneis]

16th minute Dave screams: "What a guitar. What a guitar." That's the best endorsement ever. Thanks Dave.

[@guyfromnj]

My goodness. Good gravy even!!!! You are so damn talented. It's a joy to watch you play. You sir are fantastic.

[@Jonbombs]

I like this guy.

[@greenfly1264]

He is a real diamond.

[@chrishenderson9130]

Red strats ALWAYS sound better. Nice work on that beast

[@ozozerene]

Yet another wonderfully entertaining and informative moment with Dave. I just have to try and learn something every time. Thanks again.

[@steveb1071]

Damn, Dave... I could seriously sit and listen to you play all day. Watching the joy and enthusiasm you play with just awesome. Much love to ya man, holy shit lol... Keep bendin those strings!!!

[@HowlingMad86]

The Squire Bullet is my "traveling" Guitar and i have to say, for that cheap price the Bullet is really likeable. I got mine in sunburst.

[@l3ertuz362]

neck dimension on those Squiers are perfect for me - I like your style Dave you don't care what logo is slapped on that headstock

[@micheltremblay4774]

The sustain is incredible even compaired to many times its selling price. Great demo. Thanks.

[@chrissumaya5055]

Man! I just ordered one in Black & was quite in doubt but seeing you adore it and play it with awesome licks inspires me to practice more. Thanks for being an inspiration

[@robertclarkguitar]

That’s so funny man. Hiding behind the box. That shit had me laughing my ass off.

[@seanesslemont6332]

Dave is literally the best guitar player on KZbin no doubt

[@jaridjansenvanvuuren1469]

Honestly this guy deserves more subscribers, purely the talent and energy in the video shows his love his and passion for instruments and music, I wouldn't mind listening to this guy jam alongside hendrix himself. Great video guy, keep it up.

[@ianroberts4981]

I love what you start playing at 07:58!!! Just brilliant!!

[@supahdupahplayahmacknumbah7791]

Had to fight the tears comin to my eyes when you started playin it

[@lukabanovic2937]

Dave, this guitar came in today and I'm seriously selling my Mexican Fender 60s stratocaster. That's how much I Iove it. Thank you for that

[@thedavesimpson]

:)

[@Geetarpicker1]

Honestly one of the most enjoyable demo's I've ever watched ! I feel your joy and amazement, I am right there with you, the bullet fsr tele's are just as amazing ! I have two of them and have demo's of the sea foam green on my channel. Squier out of Indonesia is really stepping up the low price guitar market ! That strat sounds as good as any I've ever heard ! Great job man !!

[@billymccormack6999]

I just took mine home yesterday. I love it! It's got a bridge humbucker, but basically the same guitar. Mine's finished in a brown sunburst. It's awesome!!! An early Christmas gift from my sweet wife!!

[@dcy4063]

I know the playstation 1 is the reason you can play so good, your secret is leaked

[@davestatham812]

Awesome man you've gotta love a squire, And coupled with a boss katana, pure tone heaven man, God bless you man🙏👏👏👏✌

[@cchavez248]

On the critical side, you forgot to compare the Bullet to the HB. On the plus side, your reactions said everything that we needed to know! Excelsior!!!

[@stevelankford7343]

Ok Dave, i get it, i’m at a loss for words also. Your love of music and guitar just shines “the dude abides”

[@charlieburnside5586]

I bet I could make this sound like a £110 guitar!

[@Lovingisnecessary]

I bet I can make it sound like a £111 guitar. And if we were in the gym and around the same strength I would go after your done with your set every time and do 1 rep more than you.

[@erictoniaschwab1009]

Dave, I LOVE that you still have the PlayStation 1. That was my favorite system for many many years.

[@lyngleslogic1180]

Man Dave……that reaction at the 15 min and 50 second mark was GOLD!!!! Love it! Rock On!

[@Danthehorse]

Dave, the only man who could make people consider buying a Bullet strat.

[@hkguitar1984]

The famous Jack Pearson went on tour with the Allman Brothers and used a stock Squier Bullet for the entire tour. Here is his account of how he came to use a Squier Bullet. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4jCkp2KndhrjNE As with Jack Pearson this Squier Bullet's performance in this video has a lot to do with Dave Simpson's guitar playing ability. Practice, practice, practice. If you desire to sound good playing guitar you will need to practice, a lot. I've been playing guitar since 1974, but I do not refer to myself as a "Guitarist", I instead more accurately refer to myself as a "Practicing Guitarist"! For what these guitars cost I've got one I keep around leaving it in an alternate tuning. They are just nice guitars that work. Great video Dave, Thank You.

[@nunogui]

What a guitar player..You are the best.Greetings from Switzerland.

[@patricksclarke]

I just got an Arctic White HT Bullet last week. No fret sprouts, neck is straight, intonation and action are perfect. Couldn't be happier. Best $199 CAD I've ever spent. Love the video and playing! 🤘

[@SteveBlancoMusicianWarrior]

I've gotten so into Squiers. Out of the box, even....But, fun to mod, refinish, and mess around with, too. Cool video, man.

[@worldofameiso5491]

Jeez, I thought at one point that guitar was talking to me! One hell of a player dude...

[@marianosaab2694]

Still got the blues my man. I'd say goodbye to that Harley Benton if it weren't for all that time you put in it with the neck sanding and whatnot.

[@laslo5974]

there's nothing that makes me smile more than dave with a cheap guitar than sounds like angels singing. put the finest custom shop in my hands and it sounds like im cranking on a jack in the box,lol

[@billymccormack6999]

I seriously enjoyed every minute of this! It has to be the best guitar review I have ever seen! I recently started thinking about checking out a Squier Bullet HT and I'm pretty much convinced to get one! You sir are very talented! You're enthusiasm is infectious, you play with so much feeling it's incredible, and that's what draws me in as I am not a great player, I'm not trained in any way but I've been playing for about 40 years and when I am lucky enough to perform live, I feel every note. Again, I'm not exactly a beginner, but your playing is felt as much as heard! Anyways, I'm rambling now but as reviews go, this one has done it's job and I am running to my local shop asap to check out one of these little beasts! Thank you so much!

[@MisterGuitarItalia]

It's all in the player's hands... kids, save your money, practice hard and pray for soul.

[@Leo_ofRedKeep]

I'll be very interested in the comparison with the Harley Benton, both in terms of playability and sound. Neck thickness at 1st and 12th frets: Squier Bullet Strat' : 20.6 mm 22 mm Harley Benton ST-62DLX: 22.3 mm 24.5 mm 1956 Fender V profile: 22.4 mm 24.9 mm 1960s Fender "Oval C": 20.1 mm 23.6 mm 2010 Squier Classic Vibe 60 Strat': 21.5 mm 23.6 mm 2019 Fender "Modern C": 20.8 mm 22.1 mm

[@BobPerrone]

I've been playing for 60 years and have learned that, except for some really fine exceptions, that in today's market you can find real gems in the "bargain brands". Picked up a Squire Classic Vibe Jazzmaster and am still blown away by the quality and playability/tone of that instrument. Never been a big Strat fan, but that is a real beauty. I think the advent of CNC production in the Far East manufacturers has changed the ball game forever. $200 guitars are now of the quality of a $500-$600 guitar 5 - 10 years ago. No need to have that $2,000 to $4,000 Gibson or Fender now.

[@tonym3675]

I am just laughing ( probably so I don't cry) as I watch Dave just tame everything there is in this squire. Most wouldn't believe a squire could ever have such tone and playability, pretty much right out of the box. Thumbs up to you Dave. You the man guy. Your ability is well... OUTSTANDING to say the least. Thanks once again.

[@redstrat1234]

Makes a £100 guitar sound like a Custom Shop one. Pretty remarkable

[@Arkoudeides.]

There's no difference between those two guitars.

[@Arkoudeides.]

@Keith Clark Only price

[@jasonb2916]

Dave!!!! You are, to me, what john frusciante is to you!!!! Bro you play so damn well!!!!

[@davebruton5731]

You Sir , Just Blew Me Away !!!!! WOW ! Recently , I ordered one online , I've always been fan of Stratocasters . This year I decided to buy my first " new guitar " , as all of the others had been strat copies and in rough shape . I got to looking on KZbin for anything about them , yes a Squire ! You showed everyone of us , just what they are capable of doing ! Thank you , my friend Now if only , I open mine and could play like you . That would be , out of this world !

[@michaelwalczak5490]

wow, this just made my all my days problems go away..totally blown away,,,,thx dave

[@thedavesimpson]

Thank you very much and happy to hear that. : )