Jason, you are such a genuine guy! I recall watching your video when you told a story about being so broke that you didn't had a single guitar, and now you are showing guitar with the price tag of 2k bucks! And you kept a smile on the face! Kudos, your metal heart is stronger then any obstacle on your life path!
Brings back memories of selling my old schecter hellraiser and all my pedals, sucks when our situation messes with our hobbies. Still haven't replaced that quality of guitar or thkse pedals, but I'm re-finding my love for guitar
Ah yes! I agree that this is the sweet spot! After this price point, the ideology of "diminishing returns" comes heavily into play. Can you spend more and get more? Absolutely yes, but on the same note "more" becomes a very loosely applied term depending on what one might consider valuable.
I love how genuinely happy you are about jamming and your day in general. I just bought a Charvell tele w/ active pickups for METAL and grunge sound specifically. Its the so cal pro mod 24 fret black on black w/ toasted maple fretboard. Its super rad!!! Teles rock metal no prob!!!
I got the AmPro II tele just like the one in this video with single coils and I don’t understand what voodoo fender did but it CHUGS. I also have a strat and that just sounds too thin.
Great video and used to only play "metal" guitars. Went to a local music store and saw a Jaguar guitar. Started playing it and loved the tone! I'm thinking about getting it next year.
I'm pleased with Jackson JS32 for low cost guitars (under US $400), CDX and WRX ($500 - $800). The fit, finish and quality for the money are very good. The necks have been very good. So far the Jackson branded FR have been working great, the only downside is loss of clarity at full guitar volume with the stock Jackson high output pickups. I plan to get another JS32 as a project guitar; if it's a good one, I plan to refinish the body, replace the electronics and upgrade the FR, try to keep the total cost around $1K or less...a personal custom at a reasonable cost. Cheers!
I like jackson, but it has to have the reversed headstock for me, also the colour scheme ...i like a nice colour. I have had a telecaster for the longest time, it sounds amazing on clean sounds and the bluesy grungie sounds but with heavy distortion, the singles dont work. These days, theres somany midrange instruments that are amazing, schecter, ltd, ibanez, solar, chapman.....
Never played a guitar with one. I don't use the whammy that much and don't really care to play in different tunings. I keep things simple, but that's just me
The SM on the Kramer stands for "Stage Master".. IIRC it's a 24.75 scale 24 fret guitar .. It's a reissue I do believe.. The SG also was equipped with P90s or 100s. Good job finding diverse guitars that wouldn't normally be associated with Metal Jason \m/
The fender doesn't quite have the aggressive sound like the Jackson and the others..but on the contrary..iron maiden mainly used fender guitars on all of there music.and it sounds magic...🤘🏻
As a diehard tele player idk why theres not more metal guitarist out there not using a telecaster? Its like a swiss army knife of axes. I guess its the look of the guitar bc it doesnt scream metal and I know bands are not just about sound but overall look.
I've got Charvel San Dimas (USA made for about 1k) and Jackson Soloist SL2H (which I bought for about 1,8k NEW) both with JB in bridge. It is a cool pickup for solos and 80's pop metal but it is too muddy for anything harder. I wonder why they put that pickup on the Jackson! Tone difference is huge. While the Charvel sounds nice, the Jackson really sings.
@@jasonstallworth they are both my favourite guitars out of every guitar, I'm looking at a LTD ec-1000T or a jackson pro series dinky dk2 or chapman ml2 pro. That's why I was watching your vid 🤘🤘
Hi Jason, nice video, and the other ones with lower budgets as well. I love the Gibson's sound..awesome! Could you tell me please which is the song you played with the Gibson? Thanks a lot and keep doing stuff like this 🤘🏻
Dude, I'm literally just making this stuff as I go! lol. I'll sometimes plays one of my own songs but that particular song was just what happened to come out at the time!
@@jasonstallworth hey, thanks for your quick answer! I appreciate it. Congrats for this awesome riff, I'm going to try to learn it, I've loved it! You could do videos showing us -beginners- some nice riffs.. thanks again! Stay safe. Cheers fro Germany 🤘🏻
That’s a super great line up 👍👍 About 1 month ago I bought a used Epiphone Les Paul Classic Worn for $450 (MSRP $659) didn’t come in a Gibson case but bought a used one for $100 so the neck won’t get damaged. I want to save up later on possibly next year for a $1000+ for a really good guitar. These guitars would be good candidates for sure. Great video and kudos on the multiple camera angles! You put a lot of work in this video and it is much appreciated 🙏🙏 Merry Christmas 🎄 and a Happy New Year 🥳
Has anyone owned a Schecter in this price point? Ive heard good things about them and I think that the look great. Pickups good for 80s metal/hard rock like Gun n’ Roses or Aerosmith?
I've never owned a Schecter and haven't played one for an extended time. For pickups, look into the pickups that are in Epiphones and Les Pauls and I think that will get you close
My first guitar was a Yamaha Pacifica Tele, and I still have it 26 years later because it’s an excellent guitar. The problem with a lot of metal player’s thinking is that you need specifically a “metal guitar”. I play almost exclusively on traditional guitars now because they were originally designed to sound good at all gain levels, so they work for me. I’ve owned five or six metal-specific guitars, and I’ve never enjoyed them as much as traditional guitars. Good job on these videos, I’ve enjoyed them.
I love the way you record your videos. I like to hear what the gear sounds like actually just playing it like I would actually play it. I like to play my stuff live not record it on my computer or whatever. If I want to record stuff I would just find some free recording stuff online. If I were into recording I would probably only have one decent guitar and thats it, I would not even have an amp.
I'm a bit late to the party on this video, but I'd have to go with the SG. Though the other guitars look and sound great, I think the stock pickups are too hot. Single notes got muddled in the distortion. The SG on the other hand IMO was better able to bring out those single notes with a real sense of clarity. In any event, thanks for the post. Great video.
I am absolutely crazy about Jacksons! I'm a little surprised that there weren't any Ibanezes among your picks, but hey to each his own. If you ever want to try a guitar company not associated with metal that makes great metal guitars, check out the Paul Reed Smith Singlecut. I have a SE that I've pulled out of the corner every time I just want to jam.
@@jasonstallworth Plus it's a Kramer. The Super Strat 80's pickups configuration. The overall design of the body and headstock, the burnt orange paintjob are all awesome. The company doesn't exist anymore. When it's gone, it's for ever! Iconic guitar. ;)
Yeah, that Kramer was cool! Of course, there are a lot of options in this price range - I just picked what I thought would be best out of the selection this store had at the time.
@@jasonstallworth nah bruh your selection wasn't bad or anything, I think I'm going to wait a year or two for some people to sell there ec 1000s from 2021 and 2022 the ones with the evertune pick one of them up.
Many assume you must play metal with a ‘metal’ guitar but that’s actually not the case. John 5, for example, plays a Tele. Dave Mustaine is now endorsed by Gibson. Also, trying different guitars, even ones that aren’t typical for metal, can help you develop and different sound if you’re looking to not sound like everyone else.
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Jason, you are such a genuine guy! I recall watching your video when you told a story about being so broke that you didn't had a single guitar, and now you are showing guitar with the price tag of 2k bucks! And you kept a smile on the face! Kudos, your metal heart is stronger then any obstacle on your life path!
Thank you, my friend, I appreciate that!
Brings back memories of selling my old schecter hellraiser and all my pedals, sucks when our situation messes with our hobbies. Still haven't replaced that quality of guitar or thkse pedals, but I'm re-finding my love for guitar
I think the Kramer was my favorite. Definitely going to check out that store next time I’m in Tampa
The Kramer played really nice! Yeah, definitely check out Replay!
Just found this channel today, digging the content
Thank you 🤘
Ah yes! I agree that this is the sweet spot! After this price point, the ideology of "diminishing returns" comes heavily into play. Can you spend more and get more? Absolutely yes, but on the same note "more" becomes a very loosely applied term depending on what one might consider valuable.
Yeah that’s a great point!!! When you get beyond this price point it’s like you’re buying just for the prestige or the brand!
I love how genuinely happy you are about jamming and your day in general. I just bought a Charvell tele w/ active pickups for METAL and grunge sound specifically. Its the so cal pro mod 24 fret black on black w/ toasted maple fretboard. Its super rad!!! Teles rock metal no prob!!!
Yeah those Tele style guitars with actives have a great tone!
I got the AmPro II tele just like the one in this video with single coils and I don’t understand what voodoo fender did but it CHUGS. I also have a strat and that just sounds too thin.
Great video and used to only play "metal" guitars. Went to a local music store and saw a Jaguar guitar. Started playing it and loved the tone! I'm thinking about getting it next year.
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You should give some specs like what floyd rose it has and where they are made ect. but awsome man
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I'm pleased with Jackson JS32 for low cost guitars (under US $400), CDX and WRX ($500 - $800). The fit, finish and quality for the money are very good. The necks have been very good.
So far the Jackson branded FR have been working great, the only downside is loss of clarity at full guitar volume with the stock Jackson high output pickups.
I plan to get another JS32 as a project guitar; if it's a good one, I plan to refinish the body, replace the electronics and upgrade the FR, try to keep the total cost around $1K or less...a personal custom at a reasonable cost.
Cheers!
Jacksons are great
I like jackson, but it has to have the reversed headstock for me, also the colour scheme ...i like a nice colour. I have had a telecaster for the longest time, it sounds amazing on clean sounds and the bluesy grungie sounds but with heavy distortion, the singles dont work.
These days, theres somany midrange instruments that are amazing, schecter, ltd, ibanez, solar, chapman.....
Dude I love reverse headstocks! They just look more metal!! I’m hoping one day I can get my hands on a Solar
Nice riffing man. You’re a solid player.
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That tele sounded pretty damn awesome. Great player, great guitar and great amp can do just about anything. Lol
Thank you, brother. yeah, that Tele was pretty cool!
Yes! Teles can play metal. Thank you for showcasing their dark power.
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its really nice to see marcus pheonix doing well in retirement, rock on brother!
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Great reviews and I really enjoy your playing man. Super clean 100%. Top notch.
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Are you a fan of the FR tráemelo system? Do people like it because of its versatility and ability to have different tunings?
Never played a guitar with one. I don't use the whammy that much and don't really care to play in different tunings. I keep things simple, but that's just me
1:09 Mastodon?
Dude I was just making stuff up but it could be close!
Ridiculous how great Teles sound in a metal mix but good Lord the vibe is always so inverted.
It's got some magic to it!
That Orange Amp is kick ass! I wish I could afford one!
They're great but yes, they are a bit pricey!
I liked the sg,and the jackson Dinky..
That SG was really fun to play!
Replay guitar exchange, a great place to spend coin at, keep the music alive
Yeah these dudes are awesome here!
Awesome video Jason! Ha! Playing guitars and eating a good breakfast is icing on the cake. I like the Charvel.... that tiger stripe. Cheers😇😎🎸🎸🎸🍺🍺
Cheers dude!
Jackson looked very nice tbh
Yeah, I used to have a Jackson way back in the day (early-mid 90s). And this one played really nice, too!
@@jasonstallworth What kinda jackson was it? I've been debating between an ibby and Jackson. Other than ESP do you have any particular preference?
The SM on the Kramer stands for "Stage Master".. IIRC it's a 24.75 scale 24 fret guitar .. It's a reissue I do believe.. The SG also was equipped with P90s or 100s. Good job finding diverse guitars that wouldn't normally be associated with Metal Jason \m/
Brother Mike! Thanks dude, I didn't know that about the SM! And yeah, I wanted to break away from the typical metal guitars just a little at the end!
Jason can you give me some tips on how to play because I’m a beginner and I really wanna be able to play really good
Brother I actually just released a beginners metal course here: www.jasonstallworth.com/courses/
The fender doesn't quite have the aggressive sound like the Jackson and the others..but on the contrary..iron maiden mainly used fender guitars on all of there music.and it sounds magic...🤘🏻
Yeah those Fenders aren't as aggressive but you do get a different tone out of them and sometimes that works!
Cool channel and nice playing 🤘🙂
Thank you!
In this video, I would go with the Jackson and the Kramer.
That's a tough choice...both are amazing guitars!
As a diehard tele player idk why theres not more metal guitarist out there not using a telecaster? Its like a swiss army knife of axes. I guess its the look of the guitar bc it doesnt scream metal and I know bands are not just about sound but overall look.
I do love the Tele I bought earlier this year: ua-cam.com/video/pHhMAbgWwKU/v-deo.html
I've noticed those Kramer's look like a thicker Ibanez Sabre. I wonder if Ibanez got their inspiration from Kramer.
That's a good question!! Not sure if you saw my recent Kramer video here: ua-cam.com/video/rpwb2Eb53gg/v-deo.html
@@jasonstallworth Yes. I saw it. Awesome video! (As always) :-)
I've got Charvel San Dimas (USA made for about 1k) and Jackson Soloist SL2H (which I bought for about 1,8k NEW) both with JB in bridge. It is a cool pickup for solos and 80's pop metal but it is too muddy for anything harder. I wonder why they put that pickup on the Jackson! Tone difference is huge. While the Charvel sounds nice, the Jackson really sings.
I’d love to have a Soloist!
Out of all the guitars, Jackson all the way, my first guitar is a LTD ec-256 and I still own it and love it
Jacksons and LTDs are great guitars!
@@jasonstallworth they are both my favourite guitars out of every guitar, I'm looking at a
LTD ec-1000T or a jackson pro series dinky dk2 or chapman ml2 pro. That's why I was watching your vid 🤘🤘
Brother I own the SG Gibson kick butt guitar. I am currently eyeing the Wolfgang guitar.
Yeah I had a good time playing this!
I own three guitars in the $1000-1800 range. All excellent.
Yeah you can get some awesome guitars in that range!
Jackson Rhodes RR24X is a badass one for 1500
I like that you did Metal on a tele. I just seen 2 videos with dudes using a Kramer and a Ibanez to play Dwight Yoakam song's.
Nice!! Country with a twist of metal!
Back in 88 I bought an HSS Kramer for about $600. I wonder if that would be over 1000 in todays prices.
I would imagine so! Kramers are awesome!
That Kramer would be great in a lefty version. 😎🤘
Dude, it was a really nice guitar to play!!
I guess you are also a lefty, they are hard to find. I own a Jackson, Ibanez, Gibson SG, and an Abour. I’m eyeing a EVH Wolfgang.
Just love that eii horizon, mikio fujioka play that live before he have 7strings esp sig
I do love mine!! And here it is: ua-cam.com/video/ORNzJtn1aQE/v-deo.html
Do you got this store in Canada ?
No, just in Tampa. This is locally and independently owned, which is one of the reasons I love them so much and support them.
Hi Jason, nice video, and the other ones with lower budgets as well. I love the Gibson's sound..awesome! Could you tell me please which is the song you played with the Gibson? Thanks a lot and keep doing stuff like this 🤘🏻
Dude, I'm literally just making this stuff as I go! lol. I'll sometimes plays one of my own songs but that particular song was just what happened to come out at the time!
@@jasonstallworth hey, thanks for your quick answer! I appreciate it. Congrats for this awesome riff, I'm going to try to learn it, I've loved it! You could do videos showing us -beginners- some nice riffs.. thanks again! Stay safe. Cheers fro Germany 🤘🏻
My ranking based on the sound: 1. Jackson 2.Telecaster 3. Charvel 4. Kramer 5. SG
Dude, that's a solid ranking...thanks for that!
id go with 1kramer 2tele 3jackson 4charvel 5sg the sg is a really good guitars but just better for metal if it had humbuckers
Liked the Jackson it just sounded awesome
Yeah dude, Jacksons are great!
That’s a super great line up 👍👍 About 1 month ago I bought a used Epiphone Les Paul Classic Worn for $450 (MSRP $659) didn’t come in a Gibson case but bought a used one for $100 so the neck won’t get damaged. I want to save up later on possibly next year for a $1000+ for a really good guitar. These guitars would be good candidates for sure. Great video and kudos on the multiple camera angles! You put a lot of work in this video and it is much appreciated 🙏🙏 Merry Christmas 🎄 and a Happy New Year 🥳
Those are good choices dude, and Happy Christmas/New Years!
Washburn N2??💪👍
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What was the roll on the SG pups for this exact tone ? Both wide open ?
Yeah dude I just had everything up on this.
Has anyone owned a Schecter in this price point? Ive heard good things about them and I think that the look great. Pickups good for 80s metal/hard rock like Gun n’ Roses or Aerosmith?
I've never owned a Schecter and haven't played one for an extended time. For pickups, look into the pickups that are in Epiphones and Les Pauls and I think that will get you close
My first guitar was a Yamaha Pacifica Tele, and I still have it 26 years later because it’s an excellent guitar.
The problem with a lot of metal player’s thinking is that you need specifically a “metal guitar”. I play almost exclusively on traditional guitars now because they were originally designed to sound good at all gain levels, so they work for me. I’ve owned five or six metal-specific guitars, and I’ve never enjoyed them as much as traditional guitars. Good job on these videos, I’ve enjoyed them.
Great points!! You can definitely play metal with guitars that are considered 'not for metal!'
I love the way you record your videos. I like to hear what the gear sounds like actually just playing it like I would actually play it. I like to play my stuff live not record it on my computer or whatever. If I want to record stuff I would just find some free recording stuff online. If I were into recording I would probably only have one decent guitar and thats it, I would not even have an amp.
Yeah, there's something to be said for just plugging in and playing!
What tuning do you use?
E standard
Cliff and jason????? Burton and Newstead???? What a coincidence, that's crazy.
Whoa, I didn't even think about that!!!
I'm a bit late to the party on this video, but I'd have to go with the SG. Though the other guitars look and sound great, I think the stock pickups are too hot. Single notes got muddled in the distortion. The SG on the other hand IMO was better able to bring out those single notes with a real sense of clarity. In any event, thanks for the post. Great video.
Yeah, that SG did have clarity!
The Gibson would actually sound awesome for playing something like Black Sabbath or even heavier bands like Electric Wizard and Primitive Man.
Yeah that guitar would work great for those styles!
The SG isn't a metal guitar? Tony Iommi ring any bells?
Also John 5 == Tele
Well, a lot of metal players don't care for the SG, but that's why I put it out here! I think it sounds fine for metal! And yes, Tony Lommi agrees!
@@garethc3448 yeah John 5 shreds on a Tele!
@@jasonstallworth Yes sir.
And by the way, quite a few metal players use that ESP Viper series...which is nothing more than a swept body SG.
@BigKiii Agreed. I think killertonetexas puts the lie to that all by himself. He must have five or six different LP's and the all sound beast.
Love Tele metal!!
Yeah it's pretty solid!!
Interesting tone to that charvie for the cheaper price point
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I am absolutely crazy about Jacksons! I'm a little surprised that there weren't any Ibanezes among your picks, but hey to each his own.
If you ever want to try a guitar company not associated with metal that makes great metal guitars, check out the Paul Reed Smith Singlecut. I have a SE that I've pulled out of the corner every time I just want to jam.
I actually had some Ibanez guitars on my similar videos, Guitars Under $500 and Guitars $750 - 1000. I actually own a Prestige RG1570 and love it!
Ok I want a kramer again... had bought a new one in 86
Kramers are awesome guitars!
That 80's Kramer! Buy the F* out of it. It sounds amazing :D
That was probably my favorite guitar, too! It played really nice and sounded awesome!
@@jasonstallworth Plus it's a Kramer. The Super Strat 80's pickups configuration. The overall design of the body and headstock, the burnt orange paintjob are all awesome.
The company doesn't exist anymore. When it's gone, it's for ever! Iconic guitar. ;)
@@Juicexlx Yeah, I wish they could've stayed around
That Gibson!!!!
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in response to this video - yes, I am middle-aged
Lol...it's not a bad place to be!
Their names are cliff,and Jason..... CLIFF... AND JASON....
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Again! Another video recommended to me 6 months after it was made. lol Get it together YT.
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John five..tele guy all day long..
none of my guitars are metal, theyre wood.
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I like how the Kramer sounds more then the dinky to be honest but I wouldn't buy either
Yeah, that Kramer was cool! Of course, there are a lot of options in this price range - I just picked what I thought would be best out of the selection this store had at the time.
@@jasonstallworth nah bruh your selection wasn't bad or anything, I think I'm going to wait a year or two for some people to sell there ec 1000s from 2021 and 2022 the ones with the evertune pick one of them up.
@@CohlTrain yeah, you should be able to find a really good deal on a used one…and you definitely won’t be disappointed!
Metal Drax
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just bought a schecter c-7 multi scale silver mountain for $1299. i cant wait til fed-ex gets here tommorrow!!!
Nice! 🤘
Man that Kramer for 999$ is growing on me
Kramers are awesome! 🤘
Nothing can compare to Gibson
It’s definitely a solid guitar!
Now, you don‘t get anything good for 1k lol. One damn year later
Yeah, things have gone up but what goes up just come down a little at some point
Gibson and Fender for metal? 😑
Many assume you must play metal with a ‘metal’ guitar but that’s actually not the case. John 5, for example, plays a Tele. Dave Mustaine is now endorsed by Gibson.
Also, trying different guitars, even ones that aren’t typical for metal, can help you develop and different sound if you’re looking to not sound like everyone else.