Telecasters Comparison: Fender American vs Japan vs G&L Asat Classic

[@weenerdoggs]

excellent comparison video! Thanks so much for taking the time and for focusing on the playing and sonic comparison!

[@beemerphill]

They all sounded good. A talented player can make any machine shine. If I had to pick the best, it would be the G&L, but it would be a close call.

[@revelationsoundstudio]

I liked the G&L the best. It is the most advanced Tele that Leo made. Classic sound with today's technology. The only Tele with a great front pick up as well.

[@nicestrat]

Best reply here...

[@Bruce-1956]

I have a G&L ASAT Classic and a number of Fender US telecasters and the G&L is in my view a tad better in all departments.

[@theyearoftherat]

g&l is more fender than fender

[@Hydrargyre81]

well said sir

[@marclove1159]

I have heard the same remark many times, especially regarding Telecasters.

[@tylerangle1990]

They’re both from Leo’s companies really it’s just like saying chocolate ice cream is more ice cream than vanilla.

[@mr.deafeningguitar1547]

Except for the Fender

[@kevinflores3436]

@@mr.deafeningguitar1547 wtf

[@johnnylighton]

Fantastic comparison: great playing, sound, and examples of the tone of each! Thanks for making it!

[@kytarovyutulek]

Although a big fan of G&Ls and Fender MIJ/CIJ stuff, I must admit I like the US Fender better in this comparison. Beautifull cleans and singing OD - the winner for me. :-)

[@jyoun79]

Straight to the point and no nonsense. Awesome video

[@wolkarcade]

G&L all the way!, I sold my American Deluxe and AVRI '69 Thinline when I got my G&L Asat Classic (mine has David Allen pups) they are definitely the top of the Tele world!

[@webseiter]

+1 for using the VHT Special 6 Ultra. Best amp in that price range. Period. And of course great playing!

[@MrTonefingers]

#1 G&L easy, #2 American, #3 Japanese. Thanks, I think you did a good comparison

[@bajjjanrecords]

Thanks for watching

[@telecaster24]

bajjjan records Love G&L played two a friends and from a g-shop, XLNT but pricey... Love my Japanese 86 tele were in love..Keep Jamming ya all.. THE "PLANK"..

[@maraviyoso8473]

+telecaster24 Try the Tribute Series. EXCELLENT and budget-friendly

[@nicestrat]

My ASAT Classic Tribute Series in butterscotch was WAY affordable and has the same pickups as the US models. The guitar is incredible and WAY underpriced. I highly recommend it.

[@kevinflores3436]

@@nicestrat is the same that the Usa g&l and better than Usa fenders custom shop???

[@GriffinU]

0:00 Fender American Standard Telecaster '95 3:15 - Fender Japan Telecaster '93 6:15 - G&L Asat Classic '95

[@JGPorcello]

Picked up an Asat thinline last November. It has the controls where I want them, and doesn't have a squirrely looking pick gaurd. Oh yeah, it plays smoothly and sounds great. One of my buds liked it so much he got one too.

[@MrBobble51]

Really like the G&L far more versatile, but maybe not quite the Tele twang. I have the S500 prefer to my Custom shop Strat.

[@haolejohn]

Just bought a G&L S-500 tribute made in japan. It's absolutely soulful tone I've been looking for. Played Fenders and had a Fender telecaster MIJ earlier which I thought was better than the American ones which were more. The one I bought is 1990 and in such good shape. The neck is incredibly straight and frets, intonation perfect. All for $600 out the door.

[@teodelnorte]

Everyone who has owned a USA G&L knows that the quality is on another level. But, that US Strat sounded awesome. They might look the same, but they are very different instruments. Both great at what they do

[@mr.deafeningguitar1547]

G&L for me, I just love their guitars!

[@Zeonoid]

your sound, drive and attitude and inteligence of playing is exactly what I feel as beautifull

[@nealixd.3011]

The G&L ASAT Special model is another great Telecaster one might check out. All the classic Tele tones plus a little fatter and warmer tone overall due to the MFD pups which are a little more P-90-ish too.

[@MintStiles]

The Japanese Fender had the most Chime, but is the thinnest one. The USA had the best harmonics and the G&L had the strongest fundamentals. Each to his own. I find the USA one had the most "soul" and the G&L had the "grunt". The Japanese one was good, just no better than a really good modern day Squier (actually a complement).

[@gkbhai8962]

This is exactly the video i was looking for. Bless youtube and bless you for sharing!!!

[@mysticsailor9]

all good, but that G&L is a beast

[@jimmyfranklin3862]

Huge fan of the Japanese Fenders. Pure quality bulids.

[@tonydcurrawong]

Great playing. I have the asat and I love it. Its hotter than a Tele, but you wind it off to get the lower output twang. I say buy them all...which you did....more power to you sir!

[@bajjjanrecords]

Thanks Aldonn. All this axes are great for some type of music, but for me american fender is one and only real telecaster ;) (G&L great instrument too)

[@alabarb28]

ASAT hands down. I really thought the MIJ would smoke them both. You need to change the chrome saddles on that MIJ. It will make a huge difference.

[@bajjjanrecords]

you are right this is improvisation, thanks for watching

[@rclarkrep100]

Japan ( Ash is great ), G&L and then American. All sound great in different way. Nice playing . Thanks for sharing.

[@mestisongpinoy1]

I did not realize just how different each guitar would sound from one another, my money's on the G&L ASAT - deeper, darker, fuller.

[@MrBobble51]

G&L for me not got the Tele twang or quack, but far more versatile, imo.

[@kennethday9747]

I'd like to hear the G&L with the fender pickups ! I'm not a fan of ceramic ones Leo's made. But believe the quality of the G&L is beyond other two.

[@seifs4]

A name is just a name buddy, and G&L is pretty much a fender with a different headstock shape. Leo Fender designed G&L's just like he designed Fenders.

[@xxbobdeexx]

Not crazy about the finish on the G&L but, none of the Fenders can hold a candle to the G&L,

[@MegaHaphia]

Great improvisation friend! I have a Fender Japan Stratocaster....great guitars!

[@davesaidwhat]

All three sound incredible, but since this was presented a versus-versus... I prefer the G&L because it's a little rounder, more mid tones. But you could easily argue the Fenders have more character. The Fenders are definitely quackier. And the Japanese model is the brightest/thinnest, which is why some players prefer Teles. Trying to be more objective: I thought the G&L reacted best with the effect pedals. The G&L's "voice" sounds more consistent through its demo, like it's being enhanced by the overdrive/boost. Whereas the Fenders sound more like they're being altered -- a subtle difference (slightly more distorted?). ...but what really makes this a great video is the composition and the playing. Forget the guitars, I want his fingers!

[@zzHackedTutorialzz]

The American sounded the nicest to my ears.

[@garydevers5454]

Chiming in with a ASAT Classic Bluesboy ILOVE It! I'll go anywhere with it and my Martin. happy Camper

[@coreymineard]

G&L. Just sounds warmer.

[@deivis1970]

G&L. The best!

[@yrussq]

Read the comments. Lol. Guys what you like in G&L's Telecaster called Fender Stratocaster. Absolutely similar tone. American Standard is the best tele of this three - Japanese is too muddy.

[@tylersage8936]

i like the fender american standard the best

[@jackhegarty1268]

love the G & L color

[@bajjjanrecords]

I am completely satisfied with ergonomic and sound of american standard tele, but G&L very cool to

[@ScripturesUK]

that japanese on the middle or neck is fantastic.

[@jasfiona]

Hi there..may I ask..... which do you prefer to play, and which produces your favourite sound?

[@nicestrat]

4 years and no response....that's what I hate about KZbin.

[@BELOROYAN]

Thanks but how is yours against the Fender one on your video ? Is it the #1 G&l neck ? Belo

[@SunTeleLeo]

GL pickups have adjustible individual magnets - so you can change your EQ which is a plus I used to have a GL tele - stupidly sold it cos I needed money - now I am set on buying it again boy! that bridge could deliver some serious snap and atack and meat... oomph! at the same time... never played anything like that since Now I am buying it! gas!

[@AlainCarayon]

G&L seems very good !

[@kicsipupi]

awesome gear...and your playing is cool too. Keep it up!

[@nikbatiaev8846]

I like the sound of japan one with overdrive, less focused, more vintage

[@BELOROYAN]

which one as the thinner neck, G&L ? thicker ? thanks heinvazia for your answer...bélo

[@mrkeulus]

G&L or Feder US made - thx for comparison

[@intrsoul]

Surprised to say this, but American+1. Just has the tele mojo. All great though.

[@gkbhai8962]

Plus really enjoyed the playing!

[@telecaster24]

May I ask what the name of the gentleman playing in this demo..Great playing and great Axes also..I will take one of each.( have one ) the other two please..XLNT VID..

[@Aaron3158047630]

ASAT's headstocks are far superior to the twiggy ones at the telecasters...you can agree or not

[@YQN2149]

What are the differences in terms of playability?

[@jakelus71]

hey man, first of all great playing. second of all, in regards to feel and quality how does the Japanese hold up against the American?

[@Godspell55]

The american for me. it sounds more full and has that fender clean tone. my personal opinion is that once you overdrive a tele, it becomes another animal.

[@FenderAmericanTele]

In this case I like the American Standard best then the G&L and last the Japan Tele.

[@bajjjanrecords]

imo in this case american guitars wins japanese, but some japanese guitars realy awesome

[@Phrygian12]

yep G&L the true Leo Fender Tele!

[@ricardobarrera8708]

Excelente...gracias...!!!

[@TheAndresPinto]

I looked for the amazing twang for a number of moths, played a bunch of new American standards, custom shops, vintage, really vintage, MIJ and CIJ...... there are noticeable differences between guitars of the same origin and model, but what I found consistent (tone and playability) was the custom shops, late 80's, and early 90's MIJ ,.. I ended up getting a 93 Jap that is particularly good, competing head to head with high profile custom shops and vintage(50's and 60's) at a competitive price.... my advice, play them all cause they are made out of wood and no tree is the same, however, if you don't have the time to search, then play safe and go for a custom shop !!

[@juventus45917]

If you want a bright sound too, you should get some cobalt strings, they dont go dull for some time

[@TheAndresPinto]

I've been using Elixir 11's and they go FOREVER!!!

[@juventus45917]

I should try them then, i think i have Ernie Ball 9-42 cobalt coated and they lasted for a month so far.

[@hectikmgj]

Import or USA G&L, been interested in getting one for awhile.

[@mikepj1025]

M1CKss I have an Indonesian one and it is on par with American strats I have played. If you can find a used one you like and for a good price, buy it. That goes for import or American

[@toliskoskinas]

Sorry Fender, this Asat is fatter, fuller, more detailed and with far better dynamics. You can keep the bear, the nuclear reactor and the Asat ! Oh, and nice vid too ; )

[@jiricirtek9596]

japan - great clean america - great distortion GnL - really not bad

[@MrStcarroll29]

G and L wins every time

[@jmj5150]

If you put the same pickups and strings on all the guitars they would all sound similar.

[@organismisimbiotici]

Asat Forever!!!

[@randyrev21]

I think the guitars got consecutively better as the video went on ... I have always preferred Japenese guitars over their American counterparts though ... PS @rmoraespinto it is a tele not a les paul it supposed to sound thin

[@bajjjanrecords]

thanks Marek

[@MrzovoljnoOko]

american fender for me.. asat sounds stiffer than fender.. maybe the output on the pickups is a bit higher so the tone is darker and it has less transient response..

[@clayy000]

Japan > Except with the fuzz, I just can't do fuzz lol, but definitely the Japanese one sounds best

[@ubertwerpify]

Clayton Murray - agreed fuzz sucks get a real distortion pedal

[@sirbergersworth]

ASAT FTW

[@allgunsblazed9106]

Does everyone know the story behind g&l or do I have to explain that it's the last actual line of authentic telecasters' and strats

[@grcicstevan]

G&L very nice

[@vicssoera_baia3813]

g n l sounds best (in this video) :)

[@walvisfilet]

damn i'll take all 3

[@randyrev21]

PSS ASAT for the win

[@bajjjanrecords]

because I from Siberia (also I have bear & nuclear reactor)

[@jordanbeaulieu]

G&L sounds a bit fatter... not something I really look for in a Tele, but that is of course very subjective.

[@chickinpickin1]

G&L!

[@GlennMichaelThompson]

G&L ASAT.

[@mrsimpson2022]

G&L has balls! Nice tones

[@Jplent1]

Anybody know a guitar player...who is a musician?

[@Jplent1]

Easy call....G & L.

[@rotolo]

MIJ ALL THE WAY!!

[@donovanfaustino]

The truth is an ASAT could survive an atomic blast, not so much for the tele.

[@rileymerino6340]

I like the American best

[@ZudaVogel]

japan!

[@ETILHK54]

I don't think that this comparision makes sence, because amp and overall quality doesn't sound good, at least for me. you could either compare them through guitar rig. no offence though.

[@JohnDoeDeadhead420]

You are an obvious idiot

[@1007antoinefull]

For me a 62 japanese strat sounds better than everything !

[@nicestrat]

Uhh...why are you commenting on this video?

[@Chris_Porro_Land_o_Naps]

ha! and a sense of humor. nice one. : )

[@iroshi73]

telecaster Japan great sound

[@ubertwerpify]

I liked the Japanese best - sorry for being in the minority

[@elbik95]

American Standard all the way

[@jimmy5634]

The main difference is in the pickups you sillies.

[@lexlex862]

i like the american

[@maraviyoso8473]

+lexlex862 The American Fender or the American G&L?

[@thewilderfanclub7896]

If it's not American it's a copy that simple.

[@ShivamSharma-zd8lw]

G&L does a Tele better than Fender does a Tele, sad really.

[@resistenceisfutile]

Победил американский фендер, имхо. Чувствуется характер, яркая индивидуальность. Два других образца звучат как-то простовато. Особенно японец в этом плане разочаровал.