DeArmond Jet Star - "DeArmond & Guild...magical synergy!"
I tested the DeArmond Guild with a Crate amp, on both dirty and clean channels. I've been playing Guild acoustics since 1970 and have the highest respect for Guild quality. This is my first experienc…
Hufschmid Guitars H6 Tantalum - "Hufschmid Tantalum 6 string guitar w/quilted maple top"
I decided to custom order a Hufschmid guitar because I am a fan of independent builders and their work. Patrick Hufschmid is an independent builder for the past 23 years, who lives and works in Aigle…
Hufschmid Guitars H6E - "Hufschmid Tantalum 6 string guitar"
I found out about Patrick Hufschmid from a close friend who loves guitars built by independent builders. After checking out the Hufschmid guitars website, I decided that I would like to place an orde…
Eastwood Guitars Backlund 400 DLX - "Great Retro/Modern look with clear bell-like humbuckers"
Features The Backlund 400 DLX has a mahogany body and neck with a polyurethane finish (it comes in blue, black or red, whereas the model I’m reviewing is red). It is the ‘deluxe’ model as it comes…
Ibanez MBM2 Matt Bachand Signature - "Surprised by the high quality of the Indonesian build."
I bought this guitar based solely on its specs. I had never heard of these models until a few weeks ago and am not familiar with the artist who designed them. But he did a great job imo. For my ne…
Gibson Les Paul Florentine - "Outstanding Les Paul for old fashioned players"
I play since 1959. and have owned some 50+ guitars; I still own about 25, 12 Gibson Les Pauls. This is the best one of all my guitars: Custom Shop Les Paul Silver Sparkle Florentine ... it has THE …
Epiphone Korina Flying V 7-String - "This is it."
One of the finest instruments to come out of asia. Once setup, this super rare 7 string korean V sets the standard among my US and FujiGen 7 string collection in overall playability. Once the p'ups w…
Yamaha ERG121 - "Still have it after 15 years."
This was my first guitar and I still love it. I've been playing off and on (mostly off) for 15 years. I would never sell it. Not only because of nostalgia but because it's basically a great beginne…
Eastwood Guitars Backlund 200 - "Great playability, clear biting tone and a unique Backlund look"
Features Weighing 7.5 pounds (3.4 kg), the Backlund 200 guitar has a mahogany body with a polyurethane finish (it comes in blue, black or red, whereas the model I’m reviewing is blue). https:/…
Solar Guitars S1.6ET - "Quick action, clear pickups and an EverTune bridge makes this guitar worthy in its price-range"
Features https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XSSP66yNuwM&feature=youtu.be Solar guitars are designed by Ola Englund and then made in Indonesia, which some may consider of lesser quality based on th…
Hufschmid Guitars Atys - "Less is more !"
This Hufschmid Atys, which you can see below, is my sixth Hufschmid. Before this one, we worked on a seven string superstrat in 2010, a six string mockingbird-like in 2011, another six string superst…
Fender Custom Shop 2012 Closet Classic Stratocaster Pro - "When you are ready stands still..."
Noone ever said that buying a custom shop guitar means that you can play everything.. this applies here as well. It’s about a guitar of certain characteristics with unique features. Biggest advanta…
Hufschmid Guitars Tantalum H6 Telecaster Baritone - "Hufschmid Tantalum, Glowbuckers & Plectrums"
This review is for the player/enthusiast out there looking to do business with Patrick Hufschmid. I would say not only are ALL his products magnificent and crafted with he utmost detailing but m…
Schecter Gryphon - "Great Guitar for basically anything "
This guitar was the second guitar I ever owned, and I bought it back in 2005 or 2006. Let me start by saying I play a pretty wide range of music. I had a pretty big metal phase where I would have my …
Hufschmid Guitars Tantalum H6 Telecaster Baritone - "Single cut Baritone"
Amp: Fender Mustang3.v2 on the metal 2000 amp setting. Effects used: overdrive, distortion, delay, reverb. The workmanship is flawless, intonation is spot on, the neck fits my hand perfectly, the f…