🎸THIS is the guitar I plan to be buried with. ESP Custom Shop RA-3

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[@machineofrage]

I think of James with his white Explorer, Dime with his Dean from Hell, and this is the guitar I think of when I think RA.

[@miyaaaaw]

Same. RA-2 is gorgeous too but the pickguard was a great choice IMO. Instantly recognizable and iconic

[@RobArnoldWorld]

👊👊

[@michaelsavides8856]

I only play string Joy strings! I use a wound g. And I can get the very lighest one through them!

[@sanchopanzo110]

Awesome guitar! 👍💪🔥🤘

[@salmonhelmet]

Make video on esp cases lol. Think im trolling??? The ones for japanese market are defintely different!!!! Keep it up Rob

[@RobArnoldWorld]

I actually did do a little spiel on ESP cases and how killer I think they are in one of my vids. It may have been towards the end of my m-1000ht review! kzbin.info/www/bejne/d2GbZ2WKosqeo80

[@V3xxe]

The guitar is fantastic, and I need to check out Stringjoy strings! Just invested in a custom V with an Evertune bridge and was looking at what strings to get for it! Oh, speaking of: is there a specific reason you go for a wound 20 rather than unwound?

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Thanks man! Yes, I feel a wound third feels a little rounder and faster... where as a plain third, while still manageable, feels a little more square, if that makes sense. It's just a feel thing for me. Congrats on your new V!

[@V3xxe]

@@RobArnoldWorld Ah, that makes sense! I may have to give that a try too!

[@mikeyhodge6191]

I’ve had a crush on this guitar for 18 years.

[@JuxtaCrucem]

Yeah just the bridge EMG 81 humbucker required. No tone control -just muddies the tone. I like the binding but cannot get on with Floyds personally, but nice guitar choice in great condition.

[@RogerM88]

When I think of you playing, I associate you to this model guitar. Definitely your guitar portray.

[@Zimak0v]

“Maybe it’ll get stolen before then” is wild 😂 Excited to see your partnership with stringjoy! I’ll have to give them a try soon. Congrats dude.

[@adamstrachn]

Stringjoy is awesome. I use them for my 7 string guitars because of the variety they offer. The feel and last about the same as D'Addario NYXL sets I use on my 6 string guitars.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Thanks bro!

[@dissonant_a]

That guitar is beautiful man, I’ve always loved the pick guard. Metal with class. I might be in the minority but I love the room audio, it feels authentic. Congrats on the new partnership too… well deserved!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

👊

[@IndependenceGuitar]

Na, the pick guard version all the way. It stands out. It’s reminiscent of a Strat, but it’s instantly recognizable as the RA-600/RA-3. That’s awesome you got a stringjoy link, I’ve been wanting to try them out because they carry some really awesome uncommon gauges and sets that other companies don’t. This gives me an excuse to buy some lol.

[@Nachtmahr616]

I'd let myself get buried with an ESP too if I had the money for a post-covid priced Esp with an actual "ESP" logo on the headstock

[@AWMJoeyjoejoe]

Saw an RA600 on ebay a few months back. Unfortunately i wasnt quick enough and it sold within a couple of days. Maybe next time? Lol

[@papaemeritus4544]

Hey Billy Sheehan 20yrs ago lookalike, except of the Floyd I think it's a perfect one 😅

[@tankdarla637]

Man I have not been able to find an RA600 since you told me about them. I still think if they released it again it would sell out again. Still want one.

[@justgivenofox9543]

You make a great point about the strings. I love Ernie Ball strings but I’ve restrung a couple of my guitars multiple times recently and a couple of the strings were just off…yes they come in a sealed plastic package but I wouldn’t doubt if that’s done in a completely different warehouse through a third party packaging company. Could also just be me too Nice video Rob!!

[@Daddy53751]

I dig the MOP binding!🤘🏻 (I’m loving the RA5)

[@johanjotun1647]

You'd spend eturnity without a neck pup

[@morrigan08]

Hi Rob! I always thought it was the RA-4 or maybe its because it looks so beautiful with that painting job ❤ I remember from the desert island guitars video 😂 I think .. Maybe Im wrong , anyways I waited to the end , the best part : when the n° 1 plays!! Thank you for the video 🤘🏻🙌🏻🥇

[@RobArnoldWorld]

🤘😎🫵

[@nottocloseplease]

I hope he drops teasers of the new elite album.

[@TheFoyer13]

She's a beaut, Clark

[@MichelleMorenoDrakeblader]

This video made my afternoon, Bloodlust is definitely my favorite song. And Nothing Remains!

[@miyaaaaw]

More RA-3?! Yes sir!! 🔥🤘🏻 Edit: I still remember your first reaction to Stringjoy strings. So happy to hear about the Stringjoy hook-up! I love those close-up shots. After all that touring she's still in great condition. She got refretted at any point?

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Thanks man! Nope, never had any guitars re-fretted.

[@miyaaaaw]

@@RobArnoldWorld Any? Wow! All that playing and your frets still look great!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

I polished them sometime last year, and ended up scratching the fretboard in a couple areas around frets 1-5. You can see it in the video if you look closely. I'm super upset about it! I've often wondered though, what would it feel like with brand new frets?🤔@@miyaaaaw

[@miyaaaaw]

Would a fresh re-fret feel better? Probably Would it feel worse? Hopefully not Would it be pretty nerve-racking to hand over your baby? Absolutely (IMO🙂)

[@miyaaaaw]

I was wondering about those marks while you were getting ready to play, then you started playing and the marks went away somehow 😄 Looks like you sanded across the grain a little. Luckily it's an easy enough fix, just sand them with the grain :) In the close-ups they don't look deep at all. Carefully and lightly sanding those scratches with 1000 grit sandpaper or above(I like 1500), with the grain should blend them with the rest of the board. After oiling the fretboard it should be like they were never there. I would do just one from start to finish and get the feel for it and the result. Doing the others would be easy then. Just my two cents :) In the unlikely scenario of anything going south, it wouldn't be any harder for a good luthier to fix it than it is now anyway. Sorry for the long post, again 😅@@RobArnoldWorld

[@chriscurl3636]

"This guitar is a beaut!!! " In my fake Australian accent 😍 🤩 I'm so excited for July Driving from Florida again taking a week off work paid! Rob I'm curious how long your set will be. I know the set list will be 🔥 so I won't even ask lol. Also curious if you know what time y'all will be on yet? See you soon brother much love ❤

[@justgivenofox9543]

Are they doing another show this summer?

[@chriscurl3636]

@@justgivenofox9543 inkcarciration fest and headbanger's boat cruise

[@justgivenofox9543]

@@chriscurl3636lmao I just hit that part in the video and it just clicked to me as I saw the flyer he mentioned it before

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Awesome Chris! I can't reveal any info about the setlist, and unfortunately I don't know what time we'll play yet. I'm sure we'll find out as it all gets closer!

[@kdflhx10]

Looks good, sounds good. Sold! Wish I could make that Mansfield show. Come play Richmond VA!

[@Ottophil]

I have a bury me guitar too. Its a 2001 gibson gothic SG ive been playing for 20 years live. Its beat up and been thru 3 sets of pickups. Its 12th fret logo is tattoo’d on my leg

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Nice!

[@x--LeethaL--x]

👆👆 THIS 👆👆!!! This here video is a great exampl... wait, NO!!!... It's THE PERFECT example of an outstanding musically inclined craftsman who happens to be an amazing human-being giving his favorite TOOL some TLC even though it's probably in near mint condition!! Which is why I don't miss a video and he is my favorite guitarist to boot!!! #goals #inspiration #life-lessons #guitarmaintainence Ps.. After I watched you re-string your old Barratone (atleast 4 times lol..) and heard you promote those Stringjoy Strings without any prior knowledge... I said yep.. It won't be long before #StringJoy has a new dang good promoter!! #ROBARNOLDWORLD @ROBARNOLDWORLD

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Haha I love it Joe! Cheers brother🍻👊🤘

[@8KilgoreTrout4]

That binding all the way around the body and neck is swell

[@hexaldecima6839]

No joke---is it really possible to be buried with your guitar? Does Last will and Testament enough for it be possible?

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Hmm🤔 That's actually something I didn't truly consider. I mean I guess I assumed you could be buried with anything you want, as long as it fits in there with ya! But maybe there are some strange rules about that stuff? I dunno!

[@619dar]

Another joyful string change video. The string sounded really good from the go. Would you go with a lower gage string Rob by this brand ?

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Thanks Darren! Nope, these are my preferred gauges, and I use them for all tunings. On 7 string guitars though, I simply add an additional .60 gauge.

[@mcghghy]

Trying String joy’s on my 7 string tomorrow.

[@VaGdude]

Bro don’t talk about "bury" and "if i ever go down" lol you re in your 40’s not freaking 80s lol you re freaking me out

[@RobArnoldWorld]

🤘😏

[@RobsHouse]

The binding on the RA-600 is abalone too, not white ;)

[@RobArnoldWorld]

I just went and took a second look and... you're right! 🤘🤣

[@RobsHouse]

@@RobArnoldWorld Makes it even cooler! It really was a bargain of a guitar at its price point!

[@megatodd707]

Don’t get me twisted. That RA3 is gorgeous and I’d jump at the chance to get my hands on one… but that RA2 ?!? That guitar makes me wanna be a better man. Min 22:00 = uncontrollable head banging 👏👏👏👏❤️ I purchased the 212 invective cab due to Rob’s endorsement. 6 months later and I still adore it. 🫵👍 The man knows his stuff.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

It makes you want to be a better man!🤣 Haha I love it Todd! If I ever get the chance to reissue the RA-600's in any way, I will fight tooth and nail to offer a non-pick guard option as well, for all the RA-2 fans out there! I think of it like cars with a convertible option... Some like a hardtop, some like convertibles! Stoked to hear you're loving your Invective!! 🙌

[@angelrey5569]

Awesome video! If you had the opportunity to have a new signature guitar, how would it be?

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Thanks dude! And a new sig would probably be fairly similar, but of course with some fresh touches. But honestly I tell myself not to spend much time thinking about it, until the possibility actually becomes a reality.

[@alleun2279]

I love the attitude it’s punk 🤘 also I like the change to hear it from the camera mic every once in awhile

[@tankdarla637]

Everyone I know that plays Stringjoy strings say the same thing, I gotta remember to get some. Man you have taught me a lot of stuff, I started dating and putting the guage size on piece of tape on my guitars, the nomad cleaning tool set is amazing, sound advice brother

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Glad to hear it bro!

[@Shadow0fd3ath24]

When was the last time you had hair this long Rob? must be like 20 years now

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Yessir! 20 years indeed!

[@zack_the_riffer]

0:20 I was expecting a SIX FEET UNDER pun. 🤣🤘

[@RobArnoldWorld]

🤘🤣

[@sethforpharaoh9356]

Awesome bro!! Stoked for the new partnership with Stringjoy. I'll make sure to follow that link and order a couple sets of my preferred gauge! 🤘😎🎸

[@RobArnoldWorld]

😎

[@paulcarter105]

What do you prefer esp/ltd or Jackson soloist

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Well I've been loving and playing ESP/LTD for 20+ years, and know them like the back of my hand. I really only touched my first Jackson less than a year ago. But I am loving my new Jacksons, and I'm still getting to know them! Right now, it's just one big happy family around here, and I like that.

[@spongebob6664]

Bro, this is amazing, definitely using the stringjoy link

[@ryankovalcin4076]

I tried the Stringjoy acoustics...absolutely dead after 3 days. I mean beyond dead...worst I've ever used. YMMV...

[@thehaunted1]

Sounds good to me, man! That fender thing jams!

[@troymiller885]

Fucking sick. I wish I would have picked one of these up when I still worked at ESP. 🤘

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Awesome that you can say that though... that you worked at ESP!

[@WholeLottaBulldog]

Could listen to you talk guitars all day Roberto

[@RobArnoldWorld]

👊

[@AIC68]

🤘😈🤘 definitely a beautiful guitar……sounded great like always🔥🔥🔥

[@miezan8092]

When i see an ESP guitar with reverse headstock, always thinking about metallica😅

[@adamkahn8645]

thats how i feel about my 2015 PRS Mark Holcomb Custom 24 in Black Cherry satin..... thing cost me an arm and a leg but is incredibly unique.

[@xxchugchugxx420]

I just seen a video " Chimaira - 20th Anniversary of "The Impossibility Of Reason" (5/13/23) " Then you talk about that guitar nice .

[@SHARt_murmur]

Still remember being a young, aspiring player, and seeing this in the old catalogs ESP/LTD would send to mom and pop shops. Dope to see you still loving it! Well, I suppose that was your sig, but the sentiment remains. Haha

[@RobArnoldWorld]

That's awesome man!

[@noahcoleman5752]

Rob I’m so freaking hype yall are headlining INK fest. So wish I could make it. Y’all fellas deserve it!

[@supervillain2482]

So many sick guitars taken for granted back in the day are so rare these days. Been trying to get my hands on an ESP Mii maple neck/fretboard EMG 81/85......Ill probably die before its in my hands much like an LTD RA haha.

[@x--LeethaL--x]

Ohh man... perfect video for an ALMIGHTY SALES PITCH. HAHAH

[@DeanBaco]

I always loved that one, similar to the KH-4, but I don't need the neck pickup :) Love the binding all over, a tasty touch!

[@e-train765]

I will be buried with my Gibson Flying V, no ifs, ands, or buts 🤘🤘🤘🤘🤘

[@jamesgreen5371]

Awesome guitar Rob. i still have my ESP viper 50 that i bought back in 2010 and it still plays perfectly

[@roybenavidez6098]

Cool strings i like shiny strings and Mark Morton uses them too. Rob you need the EMG Hex driver. 🤘😀

[@mikesimz1993]

this is my dream guitar. but with a hardtail bridge. I suck at Floyd's and I change tunings alot on my guitar daily. yes I'm a 1 guitar kind of guy lol

[@danadane2501]

21:11 pretty much establishes what you're playing through as my dream rig. Sick 🪓 too! Btw I actually like the acoustics of the room more than if you miced 🎤 the cab. 👊

[@tbbainter777]

Would Love that guitar without the pointy headstock.

[@individuo1177]

If I remember correctly, The RA-600 had 24.75 scale length rather than the usual 25.5 of other superstrats. I take it you prefer the shorter scale length?

[@miyaaaaw]

It's a bit more complicated. You can hear it from him. video title: 🎸The very FIRST RA-600 signature series ESP ltd guitar! time: 6 minute mark

[@individuo1177]

Thanks @miyaaaaw just watched the video. So there was no real reason behind the choice of the 24.75 scale choice. Is the RA-3 24.75 as well? It's an absolute sick guitar, I am a sucker for single pickups, reverse headstocks and pickguards. This guitar having all 3 was right up my street. I remember the 'Resurrection' bonus documentary there was a part where you were playing 'Six' in the studio and the guitar looked like it was a dark red colour, like a mahogany or wine red and I thought it looked amazing.

[@miyaaaaw]

@@individuo1177 Yes I believe it is. Even his gorgeous custom RA-5 is 24.75. I'm with you on it being an absolute sick axe. In EYL Ep.29 around 27min mark Rob first hands Hager the RA-3 then an MH1000. You can see the length difference there. Looks like people debated a lot over the scale length when the RA600 was released. And some people even right out dismissed the axe just based on that value without even touching the guitar. Whoever plays it says it plays like butter though and holds on to it. It's very hard to come by :) I have guitars in both scale lengths and the difference doesn't matter much to me. If anything I slightly prefer the 24.75. Mine has a 42mm nut though, I like 43mm better. So RA600 ticks all the right boxes for me, a true dream guitar. I think the scale length was destiny. I take it as a gift from metal gods 🙂

[@PITCHSHIFTER666]

I remember having the ra-600 and yeah I know BUT what a guitar seriously underrated and the damn thing stayed in tune all the time. Ill probs buy another at some point... so sexy

[@donjoseph73]

I said the same thing about my 1989 Steinberger. Then a water pipe broke and flooded it. At least the neck was graphite! Now it’s a true relic to be played and still might make the grave with me.

[@DanielDChannel]

Man I remeber wanting this guitar and as soon as I was able to finally save up for one it was no longer in production. Still looks rad

[@andrewmorrison5289]

I played the ltd version in a shop and loved the tone and sustain on it. I built a tele that was based on it but its got nightswan inlays

[@mr.timebombman2230]

I had that same catalogue. I always liked this one the best out of them.

[@M.C.R.SYNTRN]

If marty freidman or kirk hammett gifted you a guitar like eddie and dime, would you accept that instead? 🧐 if you had the choice that is

[@RobArnoldWorld]

I would definitely accept a guitar from Marty or Kirk! 🙌

[@M.C.R.SYNTRN]

@@RobArnoldWorld which guitar would you choose? If you could

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Right here! kzbin.info/www/bejne/ppTJeJKVpciCabM@@M.C.R.SYNTRN

[@RobsHouse]

I love my RA-600 man. Super glad I found one from one of your Patreon subscribers who had a few and sold me one. It took 7 years to find one. Now go get Chimaira back together and restart production so I can buy another ;)

[@RobArnoldWorld]

That's awesome man! Glad you were able to score one, and proud to have you as an RA-600 family member! 👊

[@HotRailBand]

Good shit. That axe is beautiful.

[@readonly999]

Hi Rob, looking mighty fine! Pearl pickguards and binding bug me off, but seeing your enthusiasm for this guitar is pure joy. I've been a fan since high school. Keep killing it, man!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Hey thanks for tuning in man!

[@Solidsaw]

Reissue by ESP LTD needed.

[@Furiora]

The guitar you want to be buried with. You and Sammy Duet should meet up and talk about that sometime. Fitting you're both ESP artists and both guitars are your custom shops. It doesn't quite appeal to me, since I'm not a fan of super strats or the short scale length, but I won't deny she is a real beauty of a guitar. Metal yet classy. I'm not normally a huge fan of scratch plates either, but on this one it just fits. I can't help but be extremely jealous of it though, even if it's not quite my spec. The closest I've gotten was my MP-600 and that thing played like a dream, I can only imagine how well a guitar made at the custom shop plays. Shred on!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

👊

[@Razrback]

That guitar is saaaaweet

[@jamesbell5382]

Was it me.. Or was it Matt Devries?

[@Paul_Presley]

Chimaira, Rob Arnold and the RA-3/RA-600 have blown me away since I was a kid in the early 2000s. Seeing this up close footage was like holding the guitar first hand. Wow. The RA-3 has always felt secretive to me anyway. As always, sending love and respect for your work. You’re a master of your craft Sir!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Cheers Paul! Miss ya bro!👊

[@icecold337]

Bro, call me ignorant but what does “mfa” stand for when it comes to Matt Devries? 😅

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Matt From Ascension! Both Matt and original Chimaira guitarist Jason Hager, played together in a band called Ascension before Chimaira.

[@ricksmithwick6199]

This guitar is definitely the holy grail of you guitars. Just a pure classic metal machine. You know these style videos put the hugest smile on my face. Thank you. One question Professor, any neck dive with all those string change tapes on the headstock? Hahaha. You're the best Rob!!! HMOE!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

👊😎

[@kidofthis8152]

I loved this video. Thank you so much for sharing Rob! I never listened to your music or band but discovered you from KZbin and you're awesome. I'm glad you went with the pickguard option. I went to see when the last LTD RA600 sold and it was like over 2k. That's so cool to have people that would want your signature.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Hey cheers man and welcome aboard!

[@bogdankorolevych2900]

Hej Rob. I was wondering what string height do you like to rock on this bad boys? You are a technical guy, I bet you got some numbers! Im still hunting one of these boys, but one day… ☝️ Keep rocking dude, appreciate you and Chimaira alot!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Thanks dude!👊 Actually there's no real measurements or anything technical about it! I just go by sight and feel. I like a nice low action. I talk a little more about this in my truss rid video if you're interested! kzbin.info/www/bejne/oaXMd2Worth2jZI And I wish you luck on your hunt for an RA-600!

[@calitheguitarist]

Just recently picked up a LTD Black Metal M and I’m gonna try and make my own RA out of it. Just need to find a pickguard that with fit somehow

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Nice! I suggest a site where you can get a custom pick guard in this video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/fKHCi4qdbMSoZ8U

[@kirkgifford1795]

I recently just got my first pack of Stringjoy and it's absolutely insane how nice these truly are.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Right on!

[@jimmie93x]

I can't believe it's been a year since the reunion shows already! Was by far the highlight of 2023 for me!

[@drewcadaver]

Likewise! Well worth the eye watering spend to fly from Scotland for them. Fingers crossed we see the footage soon!

[@haus05]

I think us fans of rob should all chip in 10 bux and get him a proper guitar tech table and have him retire Ol Shakey! Whos In?

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Haha I appreciate that man! My tech box here is actually pretty sweet, but yes, the cheap ass kitchen table cart I have it sitting on, is shaky! I actually do have a pro guitar work station in another room! Check it out if you're interested! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pqG7mH1_odl_jJI

[@nealatthecrossfishing]

I would love to have one of your RA600 guitars but every time I am fortunate to see one come up for sale, I never have the money lol! Glad I’m not the only one who likes a wound 3rd string too!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Nice!

[@DamienTheCat]

*randy marsh voice* "Hey! Heh.. heheh heyyy, fuck you! Heh."

[@DamienTheCat]

All I want is an ESP but we're out of tue golden era, and the prices of US made, or even Japanese made has become seriously ridiculous. Some of the MIJ models are 4k. Anything with "ESP" on the headstock like that RA3 now costs AT THE VERY LEAST 5 thousand dollars... R.I.P. ESP, it's not a consumer name anymore.

[@Excellerator420]

Ive had my eye out for one of these for a while. I've seen a few pop up on reverb overseas but I don't trust international shipping all the way to Ohio.

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Keep an eye out bro, and I wish you luck on your search!

[@mikehoncho31769]

Rob you fucking rule dude!

[@RobArnoldWorld]

👊

[@raiserhorror]

Rob, hi!! Tell me, please, how high do you set the EMG 81 pickups from the strings? Thanks! Excuse me for my English)

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Hello! I keep the pickup fairly close to the strings. Maybe a hair over an 1/8".

[@raiserhorror]

@@RobArnoldWorld спасибо🤝🤝🤝👍

[@artytoney2057]

(Mr) Rob I have a question that I've had a hard time finding a good answer for and thought you'd be the man to ask , i just purchased a mij Evh wolfgang with the top mounted Floyd R and all my previous guitars with F R were full floating , when I'm changing strings or changing tunings do I have to block the trem or re adjust the trem afterwards like on a floating system , in other words to I just make sure the bridge is laid flat and it's correct is there any thing special to do here for correct balance thank you sir

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Hey man! Honestly, I don't have any experience with top mounted Floyds! But as far as I know, they can't tilt backwards, and the bar can only be dipped downwards, correct? If so, that eliminates half of the struggle! I'd say yes... you still need to worry about making sure the bridge is level, by balancing your tuning vs. string gauge vs. spring tension. But I'd assume it'll be much easier than a fully floating Floyd, because like I said, half of the struggle won't exist, since the bridge can't fall backwards down into the body.

[@artytoney2057]

@RobArnoldWorld yes and I went ahead a restrung it and it pretty much holds balance on its own kinda answered my I wn question I appreciate your response i.kust wasn't sure if it needed blocking but it did well thank you

[@satch60]

Bloody hell, i change my strings every 4 - 6 weeks, i thought that was the norm ha ha

[@RobArnoldWorld]

No that's good! I'm overly fortunate to have an extensive arsenal. So rather than changing strings, I'll often just switch to another guitar! 🤘🤣

[@satch60]

@@RobArnoldWorld Ha ha,fair doo's that's awesome!!

[@anythingnothing1874]

I have one picked out to go down with me,..but I may give it to one of my kids…never know 👊🏻😁

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Good thing is, we have lots of time to decide! 👊😎

[@anythingnothing1874]

@@RobArnoldWorld hoping so👊🏻😅

[@iamgribs]

It looks dope. Emg 81, volume, bam. I prefer same color pickguard but this is nice. Congratulations on creating an iconic guitar design to call your own 🤘🤘

[@iamgribs]

And congrats on the new endorsement bro Stringjoy are all the rage lately.

[@iamgribs]

And funny....been learning Bloodlust all the same this week. That Riff burned into my brain

[@RobArnoldWorld]

Thanks Patrick! And I'm glad to hear you've been jamming Bloodlust! One of my all time favorite Chim tunes! I've got a video on it in case you haven't seen it! kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHq5XqWue8R8rqM

[@iamgribs]

@@RobArnoldWorld Yes sir, I forgot about that song, it is like a ton of bricks, and has such a great solo! The tab Oli worked on was also helpful 😉 Happy Sunday I hope you have great day

[@ryanriffs_1349]

Absolutely my dream guitar. I hope to have one in the near future. Just keep telling my self in wanyes world style [ It will be mine oh yes it will be mine.]

[@RobArnoldWorld]

That's all you've got to keep saying bro, and hopefully one day it will! 🙌 🙌