The BEST Tone I’ve Ever Had?! | Friday Fretworks

[@robertlyon1360]

I watch a lot of guitar based KZbin clips and rarely comment. I'm over 60 and have been playing for over 50 years. You, young man have a beautiful, beautiful playing style and tone and are frickin' incredible. I wish you every success in your career. R.L.

[@LennyJohnson5]

Robert Lyon Lovely sentiment Robert. Chris Buck is very special indeed.... the soul of a poet.

[@cherrypickerguitars]

Robert Lyon Super work with his volume knob! There are many excellent players on YT. Only a few “get it”. I’m 62, and have been immersed in the “biz” for 50 yrs (almost) Now, set me up with that amp, and an early 60’s tele (rosewood board) and you’ve got MY dream rig! (loose the wrist watch) Peace

[@RickFurnival]

Truly a Strat master. Chris' confidence and aplomb with the knobs and switches - while never an intrusion to the soul of the music - never ceases to amaze. Great work.

[@valebliz]

Chris Buck really is a special player.

[@Stelly669]

@@RickFurnival he tries to move away from strats but he can't coz nothing is better for his amazing style

[@DavidDiMuzio]

Chris Buck, my favorite guitar player I've discovered in the past 5 years ...and I watch a lot of guitar players and live in Nashville.

[@stufromoz8164]

Agreed he is a great player with an equaly great sound.

[@TheMoogler]

I've only discovered him on the last 5 weeks and slightly obsessed now. Sweetest tone and lovely touch.

[@Ar.Panoptes]

Ha ha everyone has to throw in I live in Nashville. Different frequency range

[@thomasnutter]

That solo had Gilmour written all over it, booooootiful.

[@TheRealJanKafka]

Happy or Girls?

[@ndtealmusic]

Yep, my mind went straight to Comfortably Numb.

[@0zwald]

@@TheRealJanKafka this might be the best comment on the internet

[@billyduff417]

My thoughts exactly

[@i8ittoo]

Which one ?? Nvrmind , went back and listened. It was something. But I'd say, it is all him . Buck !

[@MatthewScottmusic]

Pretty much a dream rig Chris.

[@bcmsoundsystem3745]

How many kidneys do you think I'd need to trade for the Strat?

[@YOURMOTHER43211]

HE is hereeeee!!!

[@bobhewitt5047]

This video just furthers my belief, that CB is set to move into the upper echelons of the great players. I think of him in the same vein as Derek Trucks, John Mayer, Jeff Beck etc. Chris really is world class ... I could listen to him endlessly.

[@Desertmouth]

I agree, many a time I have been astonished by his playing

[@muthapluckinnathan]

thats high praise

[@gerryjamesedwards1227]

I feel the need, the need for tweed.

[@tonetwinstv2863]

More here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/laq6dJprppyAmLM

[@wakjob961]

Do it...I love my 5e3...my neighbors hate it though!

[@sunnys3325]

LoooooL "I was conducting foreign relations 🖕" 😆😆

[@ryanspencerlauderdale687]

I understood that reference.

[@gerryjamesedwards1227]

@@tonetwinstv2863 that video is the reason that '5E3' is one of the searches in my Reverb feed.

[@shagradauyo]

Chris, I like the Yamaha but, man, when you pick up that Strat you move into the stratosphere (pun intended). Who else would buy an instrumental album of Chris on his Strat?

[@pancon5]

Fender should absolutely make Chris one of the faces of the company.

[@guitarste]

me!

[@corallaroc2946]

Yes please, Chris, instrumental album!!

[@Otis-Isom]

He actually says his main guitar is a strat. He plays a highway 1 strat

[@Stelly669]

Ya not wrong Chris musnt realise how much better he is on a strat it is his perfect axe

[@dubreg6711]

62 strat, 55 tweed and a guy who has the potential to be one of the greats

[@jobaci]

That first solo just about knocks you off your chair shaking your head in awe .

[@jameshughes9706]

I’ll say it again- Aggressive Elegance. That is your sound.

[@j.b.l.tones33]

Jesus Christ Chris.... No one plays with so much emotion. I can feel every note. Almost taste and live the very music you create. You sir... Are the God of your musical multiverse. Don't ever stop creating souls.

[@Mark_B585]

Hey come on now he's no Ace Frehley

[@Dartheomus]

The only thing I dream about more than that combo is having a set of hands like yours.

[@fernandes5986]

and his good taste.

[@joshmuz9018]

They don't even move without his brain

[@Dartheomus]

@@joshmuz9018 Hmmm... Challenge accepted! Watch out Chris' hands. =)

[@ransombaggins9301]

GET A ROOM!

[@nolanr7679]

Is dynamics are insane. He knows the exact amount of aggression to play with at any given moment in the solo.

[@fivewattworld]

Great job outlining the amp history Chris. I really enjoyed it!

[@MooCow2X2]

I keep coming back. Just to listen to the opening. Man...... And just after I finished my firebird build. You make me want to build a strat. Then just sit and loop this video endlessly till I can play it!

[@jimyang8824]

That intro jam was one of the best jam I've heard in a while

[@ThriftyTones]

His slides are what give the playing that soul. Beautiful style.

[@hkguitar1984]

Agreed, his slides are both masterful and emotional. I've watched many of Chris's performances but can't remember ever seeing him use a glass/metal slide, I think I'd like to see/listen to that.

[@User-jk8wq]

Those swells in the intro defy words. Edit: Fuck it, the whole solo is god tier. Keep up the good work man

[@videovuer]

All the languor, heat, pain & passion of a hot summer day. Thank you for the education on early amps & guitars: gorgeous!

[@ransombaggins9301]

Chris belongs among the greats of his genre today. His play never ceases to amaze and inspire me...to stir up emotion. Thanks for your content, Chris!

[@williamarendell5328]

That opening solo was just perfect!

[@richy2496]

You’re just awesome 👏🏽

[@matthieurouffet2319]

Chris, that intro solo is so good, and inspiring because I can feel every note you play ....very Gilmourish if I would try to describe it! Love it :) keep up the good work and thanks for bringing great content to us.

[@10sassafras]

Loved the sound of the strat and 335 in these clips. Just great.

[@nilsx3020]

This is a rather different sound for you compared to the usual, this being more rugged, tweedy so to speak. I like both, but this suits you so well. More of this, please.

[@surfrby8876]

Love your videos Chris and of course our playing

[@TorToroPorco]

My favourite part of the jam beginning with the tasty bends at 1:00 to the growly upstrokes @ 1:12, pure tonal magic. I keep imagining what it would sound like in a live concert. Run out of room on the fretboard, no problem let’s move over to the string tree. Between the vintage 62 Strat and the custom Yamaha Chris has assembled a formidable arsenal to complement his tonal mastery.

[@martinfuentes7260]

You are one of my favourite players since I watched the miss you vid long time ago but recently I've been noticing that you are getting even better! I dont know man, there's something in your playing lately that sounds more special than ever, does anybody feel the same way? Thanks for the content Chris!

[@CM-eo1rp]

Never seen a picking hand so busy, the sonic variety this creates is insane. Absolutely mind blowing.

[@crispysyd9190]

My God man, your playing is just beautiful. Such a treat for the ears. Thank you, for sharing!

[@chatolars]

Discovered this guy like three days ago...amazing playing, most tasteful playing I’ve heard in a long time

[@seanfitzpatrick7878]

Chris that intro sounded like you could be the offspring of Bonnie Raitt and David Gilmour. That's a beautiful piece of music.

[@Powerboost80]

What an epic intro. Goosebumps all over! Keep on rockin'!

[@FranciscoAndrepg]

Just watched/listen 1 min of the video...And...Man! You deserve to play in large stadiums! You are the next David Guilmour! It's not the gear. It's you. What a Tone! Now, I have a problem. You made me bought a RS502 Shop Black. And now I'm going after a 60s Am Original Strat. Should I? Well done! Cheers,

[@geraintjones6401]

That's Gilmour's sound and feel well and truly nailed. Awesome!

[@RodneyXheals]

The intro jam gave me shivers. Omg

[@TheFletchsb]

What a dream rig. Perfect blend, but the magic is in the fingers without a doubt.

[@SmokinMesa]

Could listen to that all day long 🥰

[@stephensuddick274]

Wow! Just freaking WOW!

[@stephanguisseppi]

Such skill, such emotion, so much space. I'm hoping this isn't all learnt, I'm hoping there is a story, a pain that is the source of such great perceived emotion. God help us the day we can all just learn how to assimilate such true human emotion.

[@kevindecamp9087]

Anybody can learn where to put their fingers but that kind of playing has to come from the soul

[@Atttuner]

thats a fantastic piece of music

[@GrindCityGuitars]

Chris really proves that tone is in the fingers! 🤯

[@Gjuby]

O my God....what a sound!

[@rainsmakker]

Incredible! So inspiring...

[@isaacjohnson.]

That sounded absolutely amazing Chris, well played!

[@stephensmith799]

Wow...great playing... that's all I can say 'cos you said it all with your fingers and hands...

[@videovuer]

Ooooo baby, that sounds good.... and I'm just listening on a phone. Make a whole album of this. Would love to listen for hours!

[@kevincapper71]

It’s all in your fingers and heart Chris, I do love your fret Fridays but I do really think it’s you that makes the amp and guitar sound so good.

[@koll789]

One of the best videos. Great work Chris.

[@realgoodmind]

I really liked it through the mic input. Did not expect that.

[@atznorbert]

Heavenly playing!

[@Stringwar]

That intro was breathtaking!

[@enzzthefink]

Two thumbs down? Seriously ? Must be jealous of the sick ass note choices , tones and general way you command the guitar. I’m inspired 🎸🎸🎸🎸

[@wspeed657]

That volume swell and string bend release was awesome!

[@rumpsmcgumps1779]

This by far my favorite intro solo of yours.

[@thorstenfriedrich]

when someone asked me about my favourite guitar players, I always answered „Jeff Beck and John Mayer“. Now there is a third one - it‘s you.

[@ZL1LoVeR]

I am here for all the JAMs!

[@timwhite5562]

God, I love it the tone when you're continuing to play even as the the volume is decaying almost out. I've started incorporating it into my playing. I normally set my rig so that when my guitar volume is at 5-6, it's at a level where if you play at 10 all the time, you'd have down at 7-8. Then my 7-8(ish) is what would be 10 for other players. So when I'm using vibrato on a long note or double stop, then I slide it up another position until it's almost died out before i slide up again. I'll shake it right to the point where the volume is all but gone, then slowly dial the volume up as I'm still shaking the note. I've only been doing it for a couple weeks, but everyone who's heard my play or have played with ALL comment on it immediately. I love discovering things like that; nothing that really is all that unusual, but still because it isn't something that everyone does, it sounds so original. Of course that applies more to people who aren't guitarist.

[@lucamacedo2491]

Man... The first jam, for sure was your best play on friday fretworks

[@b.rodclark7349]

Both inputs ooze out awesomeness!

[@steveg.3022]

Really enjoyed this. Thanks, Chris.

[@SSRT_JubyDuby8742]

You are always tremendous, but this one really was something else. That opening piece was so rich and dynamic that I honestly was completely blown away. 😎🎙🎸✅

[@stephendixon8575]

Wow, wow, wow! Chris, I’ve watched a lot of your videos and have always been impressed with your touch and feel (and quite frankly more than a little jealous) but that playing in the intros section gave me goosebumps man. Bloody marvellous mate. Thanks 👍

[@willgoodfellow3144]

Simply sublime mate

[@theguitarsurgeon6213]

f-ing good solo, one of the best solo on the tube , well done to you sir

[@teaboyuk]

Some beautiful toneage brother! You were channelling some Gilmour then man.👍

[@sjoerdklarenbeek]

That guitar was alive. Crying, breathing, sobbing, singing.

[@TheHouseaholics]

It’s all in the that TONE! My fav Chris

[@anthroknight]

Damn, Chris. When are you going to make the "big time" The world needs a "new" great guitarist like you, especially a Welsh one ;) This was the most stunning tone and technique I've seen yet. I kept looking for the Strat's tremolo arm in your playing, which wasn't there (à la Jeff Beck)! I'm building a 5e3 right now and just hope that I can get a tone in this 5e4 zone!

[@ryanboshell6124]

Always room for another Welsh guitar great!

[@anthroknight]

@@ryanboshell6124 Yep, I thought I'd be the first, lol, way back in 1974... alas, I only made to "very good" status ;) Still SO happy that I continued to play guitar all my life though. And even more happy to see guitarists like Chris makes it against the odds!

[@JensenSpeakersVideos]

Just awesome playing and tones. Well done, Chris!

[@slowpoke7888]

Wow! That Gilmour-esque '62 Strat JAM was awesome.

[@EHCreative]

Just beautiful playing... Inspirational...

[@mr.fisher3973]

Ahhh so soothing and electric at the same time, and that Yamaha just blows my mind!!!

[@timweber3277]

Magic as always !

[@mrcarloselche248]

Great tasteful playing as usual

[@OnTheFritz602]

Brilliant tone!

[@luwullewa]

What a great intro, what a gtreat combination, what green eye i have! 🎸👀💚

[@MarcieHarding]

Wonderful playing !

[@skipmuldoon4756]

I’m mesmerised by the part you played with the strat. Please keep posting this inspirational content.

[@last2reply]

I'm pretty sure I saw a glimpse of heaven with that intro. Incredible playing. Incredible sound. 👍👍

[@ebathurst9216]

This is so awesome, been wanting a repro version of this exact rig for a while

[@chrissguitarshow206]

Your unique man, the way you play i can't explain it other than i am incorporating some of your style elements peace from Alabama in America

[@wolfgangjohann5037]

what a feel and tone......mindblowing, awesome....

[@rottalmusik6563]

Great Gilmour vibe!

[@althewicked]

One of the sweetest solo Ive heard!

[@marcpaola1371]

Sweet sweet playing. I have a tweed super 5f4 clone built by Achillies amps in Australia. Its the best, well its hard to describe this but necause it is so touch sensitive, it really allows you to be expressive without a whole bunch of pedals. I absolutely love it.

[@shredx81]

The jam here is absolutely delicious. Take a bow!

[@tonepoet]

Sounds like the best Pink Floyd song never heard. I manage to steal one single lick from you (so far) and play it convincingly. You've changed my playing, dude.

[@Michlandir]

Sounds amazing. ✨

[@flouisbailey]

More Buck Magic, it’s not the number of notes it’s the way he plays. The Ringo of guitar.

[@daveydillon]

Beautiful intro Chris, inspiring.

[@rockeye]

Wow Chris you've really developed your own style. I can tell it's you now when I hear you slide and vibrato.

[@chrisshaw6451]

Incredibly beautiful tone and playing as usual Chris, through an incredible sounding amp too I might add! 👍❤️

[@harleyhexxe9806]

This brings back a few memories, since I had a 1948 Fender Super for about a year, and it was a killer little combo amp. It still had the original tubes,(valves) in it which were not glass bottles, but military grade metal cased tubes! Regrettably, I sold that amp to go buy a showroom condition 1969 Fender Dual Showman Reverb TFL5000D, with the original JBL D-130 speakers in it. It sounded exactly the same as the Super, but much louder which is what I was looking for in the 90's. I should have just kept the Super. Hindsight is always 20/20. Great video, and playing! Thank you.

[@thebigredwagon]

Christ! He’s so good.

[@BlindTom61]

You really got it young man. Ya drive me nuts shaking the guitar but I had my own crazy things when I was burnin' up the bars with my '57 Strat and a beater 4X10 Bassman. Be well and prosper... Tommy

[@druwk]

The way these amps break up is the sound of Rock and Roll. The dynamics of dialing them in, and back off the volume is a righteous thing. I have a 5e3 (Deluxe) clone a Celestion Blue, which also reacts the same way. There is very little headroom (starts to breakup around 3), but there is so much color, clarity and nuance with “how” you play. The sound is completely “Old School, familiar, dated”, but to my ears just how a guitar should sound.

[@geraldhills41]

If only all strats sounded like that !

[@cgavin1]

That strat is special indeed. Damn. 4:34 is basically an AC30CC2x. Identical tone. I was very surprised!

[@Darko.mp3]

It doesn't get much more tasteful than that intro god DAMN