Lambertones Crema vs Grinder | A Friendly Comparison
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- Опубліковано 25 кві 2022
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Above good guitar tone and having fun with gear, my prayer is that you would, maybe for the first time, hear the truth about Jesus Christ, the holiness of God, your condition apart from Jesus Christ and consider what those things mean for your life. Jesus is the Son of God. He lived, died and rose from the grave. There is no other name by which we can be saved. Repent of your sins. Abandon all hope in your good works. Put your faith and trust in Jesus Christ and you will be saved. Reach out to me if you have questions and we'll go over the Scripture together.
The pickup comparison was great, but your word on John 3:30 was a really good reminder of where our priorities should be! Thanks Troy
Came for the Lambrtones...stayed for the word...Great stuff and great reminder. Thanks for all you do bro!!!
Thank you for the comparison. I have a crema, which I love, but was given a Les Paul by my associate pastor so I was thinking of putting in a set of grinders. The decision just became easier. I appreciate your encouragement most of all and the shirt is awesome. It’s all about Christ. Thank you for taking the time to make this video!
Hey Troy, thanks for sharing this comparison video, for the kind words as always, and for sharing from your heart about why we do what we do. Keep it up brother, thanks again.
Great comparison, just what I was looking for. However, the best part was the worship surprise, what a blessing. Thank you
Great video about great pickups! I have a set of Cremas and a set of Ristrettos. Your videos are immensely useful as a church guitarist!
I've been waiting for this!
Great job as always (long time GFHG member here). I went down the rabbit hole of equipment and still fight the urge every day to buy more gear. Have rolled back in the last year from a Matchless and full pedal board to a Quad Cortex in stereo with captures from my Matchless on one side and my Super Reverb on the other in stereo. I have the Cremas in a Jazzmaster and they are awesome. I'm a Filtertron guy for worship mostly and traded for a Duesenberg Deluxe that has the Ftron neck and humbucker bridge which is my #1 for Worship now. Keep up the great work Ps wore your hat to church and everyone loved it!!
Hey man! Glad to hear from you. I hope you're well, brother.
Thank you for the beautiful exhortation.
Love your heart for the Lord. Regarding pickups and those worshiping while listening, they won’t notice. It’s subtle enough that you won’t be mad if you pick one over the other. Like others, I like them both for different reasons. I can see why Crema neck and Grinder bridge is a popular combination.
great video as usual. This has convinced me to grinder for my bridge in my new HSS Strat. I prefer a mellowed warmer tone anyway. when I play at church sometimes my Cremas sound a bit to ice picky so the grinder will suit perfectly.
Bought my first Veritas with crema’s installed. What an awesome sound!!
Very nice reminder about pride. Don't often hear people in Worship type videos remembering what it's all about. Again, very nice!
Great video. Grinder won it for me but the crema’s sounded great as well. I felt like the grinder had more range and it smoothed out nicely. The snappy clears from the crema when using wet effects though.. very nice 👍🏻
They each bring some great stuff to the table. 😎
Lambertones Make amazing pick ups! I have the blondie and triple shots and sound great! Next is the grinder for sure for me for my Les paul copy
Hey bro, I appreciate your videos a lot! As believers and followers we need to be reminded why we do what we do. Of course I’ve been in those funks and forget it’s not about me but about HIM. One time a dear friend of mine called me out when I arrived late to play for a service. I said “be grateful I’m here”, to which he countered “no, you be grateful you’re here”. And he was right, it is a privilege to serve and to be of service, to bring HIS people closer to HIM through music and song. All glory be to HE who is worthy.
Amen!
Just dove into Spirit and Truth music - nice!! Are they on Song Select? Would love to play them at our church
We're not on anything like that. You can get charts for our songs here: guitarforhisglory.com/product-category/tracks-charts-and-or-tab-bundles/
If you need additional resources, reach out to me. I control all that stuff. 👍🏻
Thank you for the exhortation Troy, I think I really needed to hear that. May I ask what tremolo effect are you using in the video?
Which part are you referring to?
Godbless you brother love your vids you are a true worship intrumentalist of God and thanks for your short sharing and encouragements to all your vids keep it up. btw, love the shirts😊
I'm a big fan of Lambertones Pickups. I have the Blondies in a tele, Cremas in a 335 copy, Triple Shots in a strat copy. I was less enthusiastic about the Grinder but I use a Kemper mostly, so this was an interesting take. I may have to reconsider that pickup now. I like to mod cheaper guitars, so that Grinder may be put to use again. Great video!
Hey Brother, I enjoyed this video so much. It’s great to hear the 2 pick ups over the same song. I really love the gritty tone of the grinder. I actually still like it without boost it still maintains some nice round tone. What guitar is that with the Deusenberg Tremelo System?
Hello there. Glad you enjoyed the video. It’s a guitar someone made me. The builder prefers to remain anonymous at this time.
I prefer the extra grit the grinder provided. At least in this video.
This word is a great word. Pups sound great too.
I hope the video and admonishment was helpful, brother. 😃
hi which pickups you had originally on the veritas? I have the bearcat on mine. thanks
I believe has everything to do with all the instruments what sounds like to pick your guitar sound … every instrument has bit difference so decide playing together
I love it! Come for a guitar comparison and get a message too 👌🏻
Thanks for the great comparison and the scripture reminder. Glad to see you using the Axe-FX III. Awesome tool.
Since when did he start using that?
January 2021.
I guess I really liked the Crema! I liked the softer top end
Do you have fractal tones for sale for the fm9?
I like what you said at the beginning of your video. That’s what God has been speaking to me. Our identity can be wrapped up in what we do and what we have, not on him at times. So thank you…. With the guitar side of things, I picked up a fender deluxe silverburst. I found out that it has DiMaggio 36 anniversary in the neck and a fortitude bridge. It kind of has that sound of the Crema neck and grinder bridge. I think I prefer the Crema bridge more. I like clarity in a pick up. Blessings bro.
Best comparison
Would love to understand Grinder vs SSV/Thornbucker
I love both sets! They definitely have their own tone and I’m leaning towards Cremas first. I’d get both sets but can’t install on my own and we are so limited in Luthiers. It cost so much just to swap pickups, it almost doesn’t make it worth it 😩
Soldering is very easy.
I think you’d surprise yourself if you tried to install them yourself, it’s quite simple once you get the basics of soldering down, get a budget iron and some solder and just practice a bit, low cost but it’s a useful skill
Hey bro! I have a question for you. I saw on your website that you once had a guitar with the Piooner The Pope pickups and now you have a guitar with the Grinder pickups.
I wanna know if they sound similar because I have a pair of Ristretto’s on one of my guitars and I wanna something hotter than them on my jag style guitar!
Yes, they sound similar.
How do the Cremas compare with Lollar El Rayos? They sound like they're in a similar tonal territory.
El Rayos begot the Bearcats and Bearcats begot the Cremas. Ford, GM, Chrysler. You catch my drift. LOL. They're all very close tonally.
Great video! But one question. The gospel John is written by the disciple not the baptizer is it not? 😅
You’re correct. I’m not sure what caused you to write that, as I’m aware of who wrote John’s gospel and didn’t in anyway mean to suggest John the Baptizer did. Sorry if anything I said caused you to believe otherwise. 👍🏻
Your videos are a blessing. Can you tell me what that software is that you use in some of your videos that has a metronome going and a female voice that announces each verse? I cant find it anywhere. Thank you!
Did you op for the coil tap? I’m thinking of getting some lambertones pick ups but I’m debating on the coil tap.
I’ve had them in previous guitars. I never used it, so I haven’t had one in a while. 👍🏻
@@GuitarforHISGlory but it’s good to have just incase. I mean you don’t have to engage them if you don’t want to and still get the benefit of both pickups.
Hey bro, question. Between the Cremas and Bearcats, which would you choose? I’d like to see a video comparison of that or just hear your thoughts on it. God Bless! Prov. 3:5-6
They’re very close sonically. I’d be happy with either.
Came here for the pickups, stayed for the shirt segment. ❤
Could you please share what height you set those Cremas at? Neck and Bridge, Bass and Treble distances?
I eyeball everything. No measuring from this guy. My theory for basically everything is “turn the knobs until it sounds good.” Not the best way, but that’s how my brain works. 😂
I agree with your point on John 3:30. As a worship leader this is truly a heart focuser (that might not be a word),
Do the grinders clean up if you roll back the volume?
They sure do.
How would you compare bearcats to the cremas and the el rayos? Thinking of swapping the bearcats in my Portlander to the cremas
I’ve used them all and they are all very similar. You’d be happy with any of them. I’ve been happiest with the Cremas. A little less stuffy. I recommend trying a set. If you like them, you can recoup the cost by selling the Bearcats.
Feel free to use use GFHGTONE at Lambertones for 10% off. 👊🏻
Beautiful word man...Thanks for the reminder that its all for and all about Jesus...and if its not, then its better to not have any of this❤
Well said, my brother. 💜
idk if i missed it, but what amp are you using? Great video and great devotional!
Hey there. AXE FX III.
Am I way off in mentally comparing the grinder to a JB with a bit less output and a bit more clarity? The way everyone seems to describe the mid-range reminds me of the JB. But it’s hard to really compare them, since no one has done a side by side of those 2 pickups.
I can’t offer any help there. I don’t know what the JB is. Sorry, bro!
@@GuitarforHISGlory it’s a Seymour Duncan pickup. Thanks anyway.
watching gear videos sucks for me bc I ordered a custom guitar with Cremas from a real US company (unnamed) three years ago and I am still waiting today. The first half year maybe he was slow, then COVID hit, and now who knows. Last Aug was the last time I heard from him and he was extremely sorry and willing to offer a discount. Vague but at least he's alive.
My first custom guitar five years ago didn't turn out so great bc it was handmade by a guy in his shed. That one made sense bc I paid $1300 for it. Was hoping this experience would be better. This one is expected to be $2500. But alas, another torturous experience. God have mercy on me!
Work with reputable companies.
The pick guard on your wall looks like the Upper Peninsula of Michigan lol
That’s very *fitting*, since I’m from the Mitten. (See what I did there?) 😉
What brand is that red guitar?
The builder has asked to remain anonymous at this time.
Troy.....I just picked up a portlander with bearcats..... do the grinders resemble more of a humbucker, or a more single coil sound (to my ears, like the Bearcats)?
They’re closer to a humbucker.
@GuitarforHISGlory so, I'm not liking the bearcats, and I'm noticing alot of guys pick these up And immediately put in lambertones crema or grinders.... is this why (in your opinion)?
@@andyharbaugh3580 Crema is in the same wheel house as the Bearcat. You would like a Grinder bridge and Bearcat or Crema neck. I have a coupon code for ya for Lambertones if you want. GFHGTONE will save you 10%. 😃
@GuitarforHISGlory thank you! I'm coming from humbucker territory and the bearcats are just way to "jangly" for my ears. I appreciate the coupon, I'll use it for sure!
Troy, one last question, is the bearcat (neck) close enough to a crema neck, that I should just go for the grinder bridge? If cost wasn't an objective what would you do and why? (Thank you for responding, and sharing your time, you rock)
It’s human nature to sin and so easy to get carry away from performance
But you know we perform we are on fire on fire for him as well i think that’s ok as long as we remember it is for him the praise not us
What guitar was the red one you were playing?
I believe it’s a Veritas Portlander
@@brianmueller5483 The other one is. Look at the headstock of the red one. The badge/logo design is different. Ive only seen it one other time on a different worship guitarists channel.
Oh yeah, you’re totally right! My bad.
@@brianmueller5483 Its the mystery guitar. 😆
You've never seen it on another guitarists channel, unless it was mine. I can guarantee you that. 😏 I have the only two ever made.
can someone tell me what guitar brand this is ?
Brown one is a Veritas Portlander. The builder of the red one has asked to remain anonymous at this time.
Was there a volume drop when you switched into single coils?
I’m confused by your question. I never used single coils in this video.
@@GuitarforHISGlory so no split coil options?
@@clanyongco2908 I don’t utilize split coils. Lambertones offers them, of course; but I don’t use them in these guitars.
I had the perception that the grinder did better with the overdrivers
Did you move away from using Kempers?
I did. I explain that in this video.
@@GuitarforHISGlory ok I think I stopped before I heard that part. I’ll watch it again.
@@GuitarforHISGlory Found it,thanks for the response! Not gonna lie I’m really excited to see you using Fractal now. I love my Fm9
@@aguitarhero007 Definitely digging the Fractal. Made the switch January of 2021. The workflow is much improved from two Kempers!
@@GuitarforHISGlory Agreed, I know you like to run external pedals as well. If you ever needed to use built in effects they are very very good.
I prefer the Crema on the clean tones (love the "snap"), but prefer the Grinder on the gain tones (more beef/substance). What's a guy to do? Haha.
I’ve seen lots of folks use a Grinder bridge and Crema neck combo for that reason.
Same
I know! Three pickup guitar? Haha. Les Paul Deluxe!
We need more excellent musicians producing theologically sound lyrics along with actions that promote biblical behavior including humility before God and man, as opposed to the fake coolness, fashion, aggression, and pride we are seeing in the extremely fast evolving worship music culture. We need multi generational music to promote community and connection within the church. Worship doesn’t happen in a room with a bunch of people that look like they are forcing it with socially elevated musicians and Gods people looking like they are on the verge of a mosh pit. Worship music needs to be an invitation to the awakening of the mind through biblical lyrics and arising of the good thoughts within us, thoughts of the Glory of God and His care for His sheep, etc. Rather than thinking how we can fit these biblical values into the guitar tones box of bethel, elevation, and hillsong (not that it’s always wrong and I’m sure most have done and still do, including myself, and I’m not saying the musicians are bad but they mainly have major influence) but let’s hope for ourselves and others better ways to think and let’s creatively think about how these guitar tones can, or sometimes cannot, fit into God’s box. I pray that God raises up church musicians who have the time, energy, and influence to commit to leading the church in the correct direction with worship music.
I hope you see our project, Spirit and Truth Music, attempting to accomplish much of what you just mentioned. 👍🏻 Be well, brother.
Robert you have articulated some aspects of worship trends that sometimes I find difficult to watch. Of course, I love many of the songs produced by Bethel, Elevation, etc., I love to play them and admire their musicians' playing. Even allowing for cultural differences (I'm in the UK) some of what I see is swerving too far into worldly and fleshly territory as you describe above. Startlingly so sometimes. In a church gathering we are the Bride of Christ, not a mosh pit as you say above. Much of the reverence and even fear of the Lord can be missing if the worship band look so self-satisfied and perfectly fashioned for the cameras. As musicians we can become over absorbed in what gear we use - and I include myself in this. I like your point about needing multi-generational music in a world that strongly values youth culture. But we are not of the world and do not look to the world for inspiration.
@@stevedennis6733 your words are less crass than mine, yes I agree and like the way you word this, and yes I agree that music culture is strongly youth focused. I wonder what God really wants worship music to look like and sound like in our society now?
I think you guys might enjoy this video and learn a lot from it as I did ua-cam.com/video/jQ8NDTqioOU/v-deo.html
Grinder for me🙂 No homo🤣
The only difference i noticed is that i like the Grinder more😂
GRINDER RULES
I understand that Jesus is an essential part of your life, but what does that have to do with the Lambertones pickup? It would be a more professional approach to open a channel dedicated to religion (or any other topic) if you want to talk about that. It would be like if I had a cooking recipe channel and started talking about boobs, how I relax when I see them and how they are an essential part of my life.
God is sovereign over all. He made you. He made me. Because he saved me from my sin and gave me new life, my life is an offering to him; therefore, I live every aspect of it (to the best of my ability) to bring him glory and honor. He’s not a part of my life. He is my life. This channel exists to spread the gospel and to minister to God’s people.
God is holy, we are to keep his law without fail. But as sinners, we are unable! Therefore every person is on a path to destruction and hell if they have not believed in the only Son of God, who came to earth, lived a perfect life in obedience to God, was crucified by men and provided a perfect sacrifice, satisfying the wrath of God for all who repent and believe in him as Lord and Savior! This channel exists to glorify God and preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. Repent and believe, my friend. Be made new. Receive a new heart. This gift of grace is free.
Lambertone pickups show intelligent design... but I don't need to here about jesus in a pickup comparison vid.
Yes you do. Because God is holy, we are to keep his law without fail. But as sinners, we are unable! Therefore every person is on a path to destruction and hell if they have not believed in the only Son of God, who came to earth, lived a perfect life in obedience to God, was crucified by men and provided a perfect sacrifice, satisfying the wrath of God for all who repent and believe in him as Lord and Savior! This channel exists to glorify God and preach the gospel of Jesus Christ. Repent and believe, my friend. Be made new. Receive a new heart. This gift of grace is free.
You need to hear about Jesus every chance you get
@@vaipod3955 then you should follow more stuff about that false scripture, and less about guitar and scantily clad women. I can see the subs and channels you follow 😆