Great Strats Under $400 | Squier vs Xaviere Pro 875

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  • Опубліковано 8 лют 2025

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  • @pbasswil
    @pbasswil 3 роки тому +19

    Thank you, thank you, thank you, for not burying a guitar demo in distortion/overdrive. So refreshing!

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому +2

      Thanks for listening and I appreciate your comments.

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      @musafinnley4163 3 роки тому

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      @darielhayes5547 3 роки тому

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  • @bellow6189
    @bellow6189 3 роки тому +3

    Excellent playing. You made each guitar sound fantastic which really shows that much of a players tone is in his fingers. If I had to pick my favorite though it was the Classic Vibe. Love the DC-3 on the wall too.

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому

      Thanks you! The necks on the new Classic Vibes feel better in my hands than the new Player Series. The DC3 on the wall was a gift from my son. I started flying when I was 17. Thanks for watching.

  • @NateTheMeh
    @NateTheMeh 3 роки тому +1

    Damn dude this is EXCELLENT playing! Great videos and comparison!

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому

      Hey Nate.. Thank You. I checked out some of your videos.. That Tyler amp sounds pretty sweet..

  • @schzz8149
    @schzz8149 2 роки тому

    Thanks for your review. I very much appreciate your honesty at the end. I have officially chosen my first guitar.

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  2 роки тому

      That’s great! I’m glad you enjoyed the review and hope you will subscribe to my channel. Thanks for watching

  • @jeromewagschal9485
    @jeromewagschal9485 3 роки тому +5

    All my life I've been a huge Squier fan...I must own over 60 of different types ( and basses too ) but I must say the Xaviere impressed me...It sounds fuller... Probably because of the ash body, the full sustain block and the GFS pickups...

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому +1

      It's a bargain for sure considering what you are getting for the money. Thanks for watching!

  • @mrredritehand
    @mrredritehand 2 роки тому

    Great demo and fantastic picking there Don.
    Well done!

  • @imacmadman22
    @imacmadman22 3 роки тому +2

    I really enjoyed your playing, Don. I have a few Squiers myself including a 50’s CV Stratocaster and a Standard Series HSS and couple of Bullet Strats. The Classic Vibe and the Standard Series are great playing and sounding guitars. I’m currently mulling over the purchase of a Xavier guitar, I’m just trying to decide which model because I don’t need another strat-style guitar. Thanks for this excellent demonstration.

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому

      Hi, Thanks very much. I recently picked up an Xaviere PRO820 Tele since I had a request to review one. This is the model and color I chose. www.guitarfetish.com/PRO820-Dark-Ash-GFS-Tele-PIckups-Maple-Fingerboard_p_32536.html. My first impression is that you can't go wrong for $219. I'm not a fan of the bleached maple neck which is just me and only cosmetic. The fit and finish is pretty good and it plays and sounds like a tele should. The one I received is a bit heavy but my number 1 Tele is also. I'll be doing a quick review on it in a few days. Thanks for listening. Don

  • @mdcare2001
    @mdcare2001 3 роки тому

    Enjoyed the comparison and your playing. Keep it up!

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому

      Thank You. Much appreciated.

  • @edlicari3909
    @edlicari3909 2 роки тому

    Great video. For me the Xavier was definitely my favorite, they are fantastic guitars with quality woods and parts!! 👍

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching. I have to agree. Please subscribe to my channel and let me know if there’s any other guitars you’d like to see reviewed. Take care.

    • @edlicari3909
      @edlicari3909 2 роки тому

      @@Bluesgtar already subscribed! Thanks Don!

  • @KenwayTheBonker
    @KenwayTheBonker 2 роки тому

    Wow, really good video. I really like your guitar playing and tones

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  2 роки тому

      Thanks so much for your comments. Don’t forget to subscribe to my channel if you enjoy the reviews. I appreciate it
      Don

  • @bluwng
    @bluwng 3 роки тому

    Wow!! What a nice and fair comparison and demonstration

  • @myx0mop
    @myx0mop Рік тому

    Wonderful playing!!!!!

  • @Digiflowers
    @Digiflowers 4 роки тому

    Excellent demo, killed it bro!!

  • @DennisAlvarezMusic
    @DennisAlvarezMusic 3 роки тому +1

    Don, you are a very good player. I subscribed because I think that you do very useful reviews. I own a Squier C.V. 60's Strat that I like a lot. But honestly, if I had seen this video in 2014, I would have bought an Xavier Strat. The one you played in this video sounded superior I.M.H.O.

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому

      Hi Dennis, Thanks for checking out the review. I plan on grabbing a couple more Xaviers to review. Probably a Tele and LP style.

  • @frankfarklesberry
    @frankfarklesberry 3 роки тому +2

    ​ @Don Giroux Would love to see you review an upper level Yamaha Pacifica, like the PAC612VIIFM

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому +1

      I'm actually a big Yamaha fan. I'll keep my eyes out for one. Thanks for watching.

  • @jasonmeyers1961
    @jasonmeyers1961 3 роки тому +1

    Great review. Thanks!

  • @kernjames
    @kernjames 3 роки тому

    Great critique!! Thanks. Your guitar playing was a joy to listen to. Sorry, but I actually liked the Affinity best. Just my opinion.

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому

      Thanks for watching. The Affinity actually played quite well. I think all. Three guitars sounded pretty good considering the price point.

  • @miguelangel_guitar
    @miguelangel_guitar 2 роки тому

    Beautiful review. I just ordered the same GF strat

  • @Sammy86
    @Sammy86 4 роки тому

    Great video great insight and superb playing

  • @andyb797
    @andyb797 3 роки тому

    Hi Don. This was a great video, however you missed one of the biggest added feature of the Xaviere. These guitars come with a quick plug system which allows pickup swap outs with ease that make for a really nice sounding, playing, and versatile guitar on the cheap. The only downside right now is due to the current supply chain issues most of the quick change pick ups are out of stock. (no I don't work or sell or get payed by Xaviere either LOL)

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому

      Hi Andrew, Thanks for watching and good catch. I'm working on a quick review for one of the Xaviere Teles. They really are a bargain. I thought it would be a good idea to buy all the plug and play pickups and review all of them. I don't doubt the supply chain problem. It's affecting everything. Take Care

  • @glennw3909
    @glennw3909 4 роки тому

    Thank you! This was very pleasant to sit back and hear you play. Cheers.

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  4 роки тому

      Thanks much appreciated

  • @frunokhan
    @frunokhan 2 роки тому

    Thank you!

  • @bobbywilliams4655
    @bobbywilliams4655 4 роки тому

    Liked your review.
    Wish you would review the Xavier PRO840 T-style.

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  4 роки тому +1

      Thanks. I'm looking to pick up an Xaviere T-style soon. Keep an eye on the channel .

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому +1

      Hello, Just posted a quick look at the Xaviere Pro820 Tele

  • @nmonye01
    @nmonye01 3 роки тому

    Nice review.

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому

      Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks

  • @exionem
    @exionem 2 роки тому

    I noticed that the Xaviere model also comes in a maple fretboard finish. Besides having a lighter color ( looks better in my opinion) are there any advantages over the darker fretboard? Thanks!

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  2 роки тому

      Hi
      There’s really no advantage or disadvantage when it comes to fretboard choices. It’s more a matter of preference. I prefer the look and feel of rosewood or ebony as well as the slightly mellower tone compared to the brighter tone of maple. Ebony is more dense than rosewood and feels and sounds more like maple in my opinion.

  • @bluwng
    @bluwng 3 роки тому +3

    I am getting a Fender neck with Jumbo frets, slap on the Xavierre and call it a day

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому

      Not a bad idea.. Thanks for watching

  • @wouterwieringa
    @wouterwieringa 4 роки тому

    Verry Nice playing🤙🎸! A have af affinity but i want to get a xaviere PRO870

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  4 роки тому +1

      Thank You, and I think that's a good choice.

  • @docf.n.t.2310
    @docf.n.t.2310 Рік тому

    You never said how thick the Xaviere guitar body was, nor did you demo the bridge pickup in both Double and single coil modes.

  • @pastorkev777
    @pastorkev777 3 роки тому

    The Xaviere is the best value but I preferred the Classic Vibe neck pickup. I have a Xaviere XV910 that I modified, their XV900 is great. My first was a XV700 that I sold to a friend.

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching. The CV has a nice feel to it as well. I just wish they wouldn't skimp on the electronics.

  • @leesagomez6615
    @leesagomez6615 4 роки тому +1

    Just got a Xav.....550 pro Gold Top... Beautiful playing LP w a Floyd.........it's parked in the Paisley black green case....... Great priced cases also....... fun fun fun til you play someone's Eye out..🦍.....

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  4 роки тому

      At those prices we should probably buy one of each!

  • @ChristopherAbbott-Author
    @ChristopherAbbott-Author 4 роки тому

    Excellent!

  • @LivioC
    @LivioC 4 роки тому

    Great demo

  • @jeffu190
    @jeffu190 3 роки тому

    Xavier PRO840 T-style or Squier Affinity Telecaster?
    Great video

  • @hafiz4695
    @hafiz4695 3 роки тому +2

    Does the xaviere looks caramel bcs of the lighting or it’s really caramel in colour?

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому

      The color you see at the beginning of the video is pretty accurate. The color during the playing portion is darker because of the lighting. Thanks for watching

  • @cdavidlake2
    @cdavidlake2 Рік тому

    What, no Glarry? Just kidding, man. Great options. They're all excellent for their respective price points, in my opinion.

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  Рік тому

      I agree.. I had not heard of Garry guitars until I read your message. I'm surprised they can build a guitar and make a profit at $89.. Check out my Musi Virgo review. Thanks for watching.

  • @jeromewagschal9485
    @jeromewagschal9485 3 роки тому

    I love hearing jazz chords on a strat...

  • @josephzummo9685
    @josephzummo9685 3 роки тому

    All guitars are different. All players are different. As long as a guitar stays and plays in tune it's a good guitar. Everything else can be fixed. As for guitar fedish, their site has chinese parts and assembled guitars. I have bought some stuff from them. Cheap mersh, but if that's what you are looking for. But and it's a big but! There is no customer service the entire website is automated there's nobody who works there No one you can talk to if you have a problem. Some guy bought a huge box of Chinese parts from overseas and sells them. So buyer beware! That said their pick ups are cheap and very good

  • @anthonybizzell3857
    @anthonybizzell3857 3 роки тому

    Good review, but the Xaviere clearly has a three piece body.

  • @QS-si3cq
    @QS-si3cq 3 роки тому

    SQUIER. It's SquiER, not SquiRE It's right on the headstock and the neck plate.

    • @Bluesgtar
      @Bluesgtar  3 роки тому +1

      Well thanks so much for pointing that out. I made the correction.

  • @tonyn1926
    @tonyn1926 3 роки тому

    What is this "position 1, or two" crap. How about using something every one knows and can understand, like Bridge, Middle, Neck, bridge and middle, etc.

    • @gavendelrio9193
      @gavendelrio9193 3 роки тому +1

      1 bridge and so on to the neck. Pretty standard lingo...

    • @knarfnips7668
      @knarfnips7668 3 роки тому +1

      Tony N if you dont know the positions just quit

    • @tonyn1926
      @tonyn1926 3 роки тому

      @@knarfnips7668 Right, I was waiting for your direction. Anything else I should do in my life? Please please give some more of your valuable direction.