One of the BEST Mods for Your Guitar...This Will Change Your Guitar!

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  • @DarrellBraunGuitar
    @DarrellBraunGuitar  3 місяці тому +22

    This mod is PERFECT for sprucing up a kit build, a partscaster, or any guitar that needs a cosmetic upgrade!
    2 years later and the block inlays on my Tele are still going strong!
    Fretlook info/link: fretlook.com/en
    Enjoy :)

    • @user-te2cv5qc7o
      @user-te2cv5qc7o 3 місяці тому +2

      ❤❤❤❤😮

    • @NickTsatsalmas
      @NickTsatsalmas 3 місяці тому +2

      Thanks for demonstrating Fretlook again, Darrell. Have used their inlays for 2.5 years. I've noticed literally no wear at all, they look great. I don't even feel they're there, on my Ibanezes. I kinda feel bad to replace them for fretboard maintenance. The owner Rafael is a super cool and helpful guy, too. Can't recommend them enough.

    • @ronwhitfield8872
      @ronwhitfield8872 3 місяці тому

      On your recommendation, I’ve had these on 2 guitars for 18 months, one showing disappointing signs of wear.
      Hardly surprising bearing in mind what they are.

    • @AndrewLewisHowe
      @AndrewLewisHowe 3 місяці тому

      Give us a follow-up after playing on that for a while. I can't imagine the stickers lasting through a bunch of neck-scraping bends.

    • @AndrewLewisHowe
      @AndrewLewisHowe 3 місяці тому

      ​@@NickTsatsalmas They hold up to bending abuse well? When I bend, I probably use to much force because the string touches the fretboard.

  • @martinkrauser4029
    @martinkrauser4029 3 місяці тому +74

    The correct choice of fret sticker is going to make your guitar go faster, improve balance, and reduce its carbon emissions. Be sure to match them to your strap's tone fabric. It'll look cool, too.
    Visual mods and customization are important to a lot of folks. Y'all dissing on this video must be real fun at parties.

    • @richardclark.
      @richardclark. 3 місяці тому

      y'all dissing on y'all must be real fun at parties.@@Matthew_Klepadlo

    • @dominator9833
      @dominator9833 3 місяці тому

      What's your point @@Matthew_Klepadlo?

    • @AimingWanderously
      @AimingWanderously 3 місяці тому +10

      They don't help you play faster or balance your guitar unless they're organic or if you're a vegan or do crossfit.

    • @Enzo.M
      @Enzo.M 3 місяці тому +4

      I heard green ones make it louder!

    • @sansubr
      @sansubr 3 місяці тому +2

      😂

  • @Jeff-mv4yy
    @Jeff-mv4yy 3 місяці тому +49

    I’m a fan of yours D, the stickers make both guitars look cheap imo.

    • @VictorIbelles
      @VictorIbelles 3 місяці тому +1

      Maybe it’s more about taste , cause usually cheap guitars don’t have cool inlays they usually stick to white dots or plain white plastic inlays

    • @stuartmiller7419
      @stuartmiller7419 3 місяці тому +2

      It's a guitar with stickers on. Of course it looks cheap. What did anyone who lives in the real world think was going to happen? 🙄

    • @VictorIbelles
      @VictorIbelles 3 місяці тому +1

      @@stuartmiller7419 i think it depends on the stickers tho
      When the stickers actually try to look like inlays it looks good

    • @Voartist
      @Voartist 2 місяці тому

      @@stuartmiller7419 When they're on you can't tell they're stickers. At least not on one of mine. They do have some cheap looking designs. But it's not for everyone, and honestly I probably won't do it again. But on a guitar that has some crappy fret markers they can dress it up.

    • @Alfernav
      @Alfernav 20 днів тому

      I’m not sold on this 😢

  • @jeffbosch1697
    @jeffbosch1697 3 місяці тому +23

    Not sure I'd say "one of the best mods" but I definitely like it. I have a few guitars with really wimpy dot markers that could look better and make it more "my guitar". I wonder how well they hold up to cleaning and polishing the fretboard.
    Update: Perused their site, and they have a wide variety of designs. I just may have to try them out.

    • @AimingWanderously
      @AimingWanderously 3 місяці тому

      There are several best mods, these are one of them.

    • @VictorIbelles
      @VictorIbelles 3 місяці тому

      I use stickers in almost all
      My guitars , some designs peel off at the thinner sections especially after bending , but i also have some that lasted for years 👌🏻

  • @MrDanbecker
    @MrDanbecker 3 місяці тому +25

    Good, but I think it would be a lot easier without the guitar strings. And I would clean with alcohol before putting them on. It will last much longer. 🙂👍🥂. Cheers .

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому +1

      You can do it with and without the strings. Just image you just put new strings on.

    • @TJEvans98
      @TJEvans98 3 місяці тому +7

      even just loosening the strings would be an example of "work smarter, not harder."

    • @cesarbh87
      @cesarbh87 3 місяці тому +2

      I have a concern, will they peel off when putting lemon oil to the fretboard????

    • @VictorIbelles
      @VictorIbelles 3 місяці тому +1

      @@cesarbh87I have all my guitars with stickers , they don’t peel off with the oil 👌🏻

  • @TheMassdistortion
    @TheMassdistortion 3 місяці тому +11

    If you keep your fretboard oiled, do you need to take your strings off and use a cleaner first? How will they hold up as you play? will cleaning the fretboard affect them?

  • @jimcoppa6946
    @jimcoppa6946 3 місяці тому +5

    Stickers don't work for me they have to be carved into the guitar neck and sealed with epoxy and buffed out to Sheen and smoothness I don't agree with sticking stickers on the guitar neck it's just too primitive

    • @thehark6247
      @thehark6247 3 місяці тому +2

      kinda cheezy huh, not sure i want stickers on my neck. If i bought a guitar with stickers, i would be pissed. No excuse for quality.

  • @WesleyGuitarWebb
    @WesleyGuitarWebb 3 місяці тому +1

    Guitar fretboards sometimes can be a bit boring and for a lot of guitarists are more likely to pick up a guitar that is visually aesthetic because it makes us look a lot cooler having something that stands out! Dots are boring! So why not spend 15-20 bucks on something that puts a smile on your face and make you stand out from them rest!

  • @wholesomejoni6861
    @wholesomejoni6861 3 місяці тому +7

    I have a design by this brand on my tele and it still holds up really well even after 2 years of use. I really thought they'd wear down over time time but nope, still good.

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      Awesome feedback. Appriciate that much!

    • @frankwebster9110
      @frankwebster9110 3 місяці тому

      I'm surprised he didn't address whether or not how oils in the grains of the fretboard would affect the adhesive. I don't let my fretboards dry out and I'm wondering if these stickers will even adhere properly and not really look like stickers also. Can you give any feedback on that?

    • @purposefully.verbose
      @purposefully.verbose 3 місяці тому

      @@frankwebster9110 interesting how quiet they are about this question, isn't it?

    • @wholesomejoni6861
      @wholesomejoni6861 2 місяці тому +1

      ​@@frankwebster9110 I oiled my fretboard regularly before applying the stickers and they adhered just fine. Of course, you need to let the oil layer soak in for a bit, I'm sure the adhesive won't work properly on a soaked fretboard. Other than that, yes they will kinda look like stickers if you take a really close look because, well, they are stickers. They don't sit completely flush with the fretboard, but you don't notice it while playing, and they just make a boring-looking fretboard more interesting. For 20 bucks, that's all I'm asking. I have the brown tree of life design, and although the individual pieces on this design are quite small, they hold up pretty well.

  • @kenmasters007
    @kenmasters007 3 місяці тому +10

    Problem with fret stickers is that they come off after a week of use.. especially if you enjoy bending

    • @thomask9577
      @thomask9577 3 місяці тому +4

      I haven’t used them, but I’m guessing if you oil your fretboard, it will mess them up too.

    • @martinkrauser4029
      @martinkrauser4029 3 місяці тому +1

      Didn't happen to me. Did it happen to you?

    • @MashaT22
      @MashaT22 3 місяці тому +1

      People who’ve had this brand of decals on their guitars for 2-3 years have said they hold up very well and still look great, plus they don’t damage the finish or unfinished wood underneath if you decide the remove them at any point in time. None of these customers who’ve shared their experience have complained of the decals peeling off or wearing after several years of regular use.
      It should also be fairly obvious that you can’t put oil on top of the stickers - not sure why you’d do that anyway. Just do the exposed frets. If you use a cleaning product, that should be fine as long as you “sparingly” spray the cleaning product on the cloth first and then gently wipe the stickers, paying attention to steer clear of the edges.
      I’d imagine that if you buy a knockoff, there would be no guarantees that they’ll be as durable and/or that the adhesive won’t peel or cause damage to the guitar. Darrell said this himself. This Fretless company was the first brand to sell this sort of decal and produce them in Germany. They are clearly high quality and a lot of R & D went into making sure they’d last and cause no damage. That’s why Darrell suggested buying the original rather than a knockoff since they’re only about $15 per pack and you’d be saving little to nothing to buy a knockoff.
      Go read the comments with firsthand customer experience. Don’t make assumptions or declarations about poor quality adhesives if you’ve never tried the particular brand being shown by Darrell. Peeling is clearly not an issue if you follow the instructions.

    • @VictorIbelles
      @VictorIbelles 3 місяці тому

      @@MashaT22 I bought cheap knockoffs..: they actually have better designs lol
      I can bend and play without any problems and the oil
      Doesn’t seem to affect neither

  • @mimetype
    @mimetype 3 місяці тому +215

    Stickers? One of the best mods? Seriously?

    • @rredeyee2460
      @rredeyee2460 3 місяці тому +16

      I know, right?

    • @bltvd
      @bltvd 3 місяці тому +57

      This dude will shill for any crappy product that asks him.

    • @eddyrdz7543
      @eddyrdz7543 3 місяці тому

      Yup some of us play guitar to look cool and bag puss. What’s the big deal?

    • @alex_nikonov
      @alex_nikonov 3 місяці тому +21

      You should hear a tone comparison after that mod!!! Improved dramatically 😂

    • @martinkrauser4029
      @martinkrauser4029 3 місяці тому

      Yes.

  • @jesusisreal6619
    @jesusisreal6619 2 місяці тому +4

    Thanks Darrell! The Fretbook company is very cool. The ones I just put on, the Taylor looks beautiful walnut and Custom. Great job!

  • @Voartist
    @Voartist 2 місяці тому +1

    I used Fretlooks on one guitar and they look great. No peeling. They're stuck! Yours look good.

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 2 місяці тому

      Thank you so much!

  • @nisterror
    @nisterror 3 місяці тому +6

    Yeah stickers are cool way to customize guitars. I like to make my own using vinyl sticker cutter. Best thing is if you don’t like it, easy to remove and won’t damage the finish.

  • @glendoggett9670
    @glendoggett9670 3 місяці тому +3

    you got the 17 upside down on the Cort! 5:13

  • @Fast2Whls
    @Fast2Whls 3 місяці тому +4

    I love it; just hard to believe that if you oil or condition your fretboard the oil won't get under the adhesive and lift it. I might have to give them a try on a project guitar.

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому +2

      We would love to convince you :) Even with the designs applied, you can clean and oil your guitar as usual. The stickers do not seal the surface, so all liquids can still pass through. When applied, the stickers can be treated like normal inlays - only steel wool should not be used under any circumstances.

    • @Fast2Whls
      @Fast2Whls 3 місяці тому +1

      Thanks for your feedback! I'll definitely give them a try on a guitar I'm building.@@fretlook

  • @stevenhowes530
    @stevenhowes530 2 місяці тому +1

    I have trapezoid inlays stickers on two of my guitars and I like the change in appearance that they gave. I think they've been on for maybe 4 years now, no issues. Amusingly, one of the guitars I put them on is a 335 "Dot"

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 2 місяці тому

      Wow. Thank you so much for the feedback.

  • @Andreas_Straub
    @Andreas_Straub 3 місяці тому +3

    Well, on the fretlook website itself the manufacturer recommends to replace the stickers after 1.5 years and thoroughly clean the fretboard before applying a new set. This sounds much more like what I would expect regarding the longevity of such a product ....

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому +1

      Yes. Even Darrell, some customers and some of our own artist justed used it for more than 1.5 years. That material can do far more but we recommend that as a friendly reminder to not forget to clean your guitar properly from time to time

  • @lancecahill5486
    @lancecahill5486 3 місяці тому +2

    If I put these stickers on my guitar, they will instantly double the value of the guitar 🤣🤣

    • @bigbasil1908
      @bigbasil1908 3 місяці тому

      Yeah if you paid a dollar for your guitar

    • @lancecahill5486
      @lancecahill5486 3 місяці тому

      @@bigbasil1908 Apparently, the joke flew right over your head. But whatever, dude.

  • @bacongl
    @bacongl 3 місяці тому +9

    I have been using these for years. Totally worth the money. I have literally never had any come off because of bending and I have them on 10+ guitars and basses.

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      Thank you! Means a lot 😊

    • @richardclark.
      @richardclark. 3 місяці тому

      yep. i am glad it has been mentioned that these hold up well. i assumed they would get ratty pretty fast and would not have considered them.@@fretlook

  • @KennyNewby
    @KennyNewby 3 місяці тому +1

    Awesome! Thanks for sharing, Darrell!

  • @donclemento4452
    @donclemento4452 3 місяці тому +3

    Why wouldn't you just remove/change the strings to do this?? It seems like there would be better adhesion without the strings in the way.

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      However you like it. The adhesion will be there anyways if you give them time to set

  • @coegj
    @coegj 3 місяці тому +4

    If you keep your guitar neck cleaned up and oiled up, will the stickers stick. or will the stickers be a constant PITA to deal with coming off, just wondering. Thanks for any reply.

    • @bigbasil1908
      @bigbasil1908 3 місяці тому

      Well I reckon the stickers will be fkd after treating the fretboard with lemon oil.
      And probably the grease and sweat from using the fretboard will damage the stickers too.

  • @kristfur
    @kristfur 3 місяці тому +2

    I had no idea these existed. I bought a Harley Benton with a roasted maple neck. My biggest complaint about it is the fret dots are black, which is VERY hard to see against the dark wood. I was contemplating digging them out, and baking some clay dots. I was not looking forward to that. Now that I've seen this, this is wayyy easier, and probably looks better.

  • @rodgerbell810
    @rodgerbell810 3 місяці тому +5

    Hi Darrell, Would you recommend giving the fretboard a good clean before applying the fret markers? I loved this option to jazz up an older or indeed otherwise plain guitar. Well done. Cheers ✌️🎸

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому +3

      Absolutely. Before application the fretboard needs to be clean and dry. Once they are applied you can clean and oil your fretboard as usual because the stickers are hot sealing the surface.

    • @Luckyrider1958
      @Luckyrider1958 3 місяці тому

      Naptha is a good cleaner. will remove excess oil, NOT hurt lacquer or poly finishes. Camp stove/Coleman pump lantern "white Gas" will also do fine, basically same thing.

  • @apoll0n
    @apoll0n 3 місяці тому +1

    Excited by this video, I have ordered and applied two sets. And as immediate feedback, I'm not 100% convinced. Three times, when peeling off the plastic foil, part of the inlay came off with it. So I'm not sure about the durability of the solution. How long will these glued-on inlays withstand string bending? How well will they cope with fretboard cleaning? Best results seem to be on lacquered, completely even maple fretboards, but on rosewood fretboards with their tiny wood irregularities? Time will tell. At 10 € a pop, the risk is low, but what if you eventually want to sell the instrument? Will they come off without residue?

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому +1

      Thank you for your trust and feedback. You have to make sure that the fretboard is dry and free of dust, dirt etc, then the application will be successful. Feel free to test it over time. The material can withstand a lot, even if you touch it while playing. You can remove it at any time without leaving any residue :)

  • @mikecarreca7864
    @mikecarreca7864 3 місяці тому +9

    I bought a couple of sets after watching your video from a couple of years ago . I put them on a 79 black fender strat. It looked fantastic and still does . Thank you for the info.

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому +2

      Thanks for the great feedback!

  • @RsSquier51
    @RsSquier51 3 місяці тому +5

    So what did you use the strip the oil from the fretboard?

  • @the1khronohs40
    @the1khronohs40 3 місяці тому +1

    That did actually improve the look of the Ibanez.
    As for the Cort, not so much. No.
    But these are probably a good idea for people who want a new look, but can’t afford other stuff.

  • @nuthinbutlove
    @nuthinbutlove 3 місяці тому +3

    Do you know how well they'll hold up? How many sets per pack in case a few need replaced after cleaning, etc?

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      1 pack = 1 set. No need to worry. We made that material just for this use and work with many artists and brands. Everything will hold up

  • @ronpatterson6420
    @ronpatterson6420 3 місяці тому +4

    Looks good on the Ibanez. I do have a question, can i still oil the fret board after they are applied?

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому +2

      Yes, you can. Even with inlay stickers applied, you can clean and oil your guitar as usual. The stickers do not seal the surface, so all liquids can still pass through. When applied, the stickers can be treated like normal inlays - only steel wool should not be used under any circumstances.

    • @ronpatterson6420
      @ronpatterson6420 3 місяці тому +1

      @@fretlook thanks for the reply and information 👍

  • @OGSontar
    @OGSontar 3 місяці тому +1

    They do look good, surprisingly good. I hope you put a serious playing on one or both of those guitars, enough to where the fretboard would need cleaning and maybe a touch of lemon oil. I'm really interested to see how they hold up to those necessities.
    In truth, I don't really see cleaning being an issue unless it's a working axe for someone in a band that doesn't really take care of their gear. Yes, I know, that seems so counter intuitive, but there are players that don't care for their gear. Stupid, I know, but then, there's lots of people that walk right out onto the road while staring at their phone...
    I dunno, maybe it's the air here, down south.

  • @rafalvarezsevilla
    @rafalvarezsevilla 3 місяці тому +1

    i don't understand why they don't come pre cut from the factory, other than that, nice product

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      Thank you so much. We hear that quite often and currently work on further development for make it even much more easier.

  • @RsSquier51
    @RsSquier51 3 місяці тому +4

    The Ibanez looks good, not so much the Cort (the markers that is). But that's just my preference.

  • @TheMaskdMagician
    @TheMaskdMagician 3 місяці тому +2

    Hey Darrell, what do you think of internal sound mods or like pedals integrated into the guitar?

    • @richardjones2811
      @richardjones2811 3 місяці тому

      Matt Belamy has on boards effect, nothing new.

  • @roygaber8659
    @roygaber8659 3 місяці тому +1

    Sweet! Love the look of both of them.

  • @lestermobley1551
    @lestermobley1551 3 місяці тому +3

    Though I'm sure I'd probably get a lot of flack from snobbish purist, but I'd like to put dot inlays on my Cordoba classical nylon string.

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      Simple Dots are available as well 😊

  • @accentsound
    @accentsound 3 місяці тому +3

    Is it a good idea to remove all the other strings (except the 2 needed for alignment)? Do you need to clean the fretboard first with anything special?

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому +1

      Before application the fretboard needs to be dry and clean. Just clean it as you usually do - depending on the condition. Of course feel free to remove the strings. With or without is possible

  • @irishuwubaby1696
    @irishuwubaby1696 3 місяці тому +4

    Out of the Ibanez and cort, I love the court. Guitars also love your videos

  • @mikezingone9471
    @mikezingone9471 3 місяці тому +1

    Can you clean the fretboard without damaging the markers? Thanks for all the great videos btw!! 👍

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      Yes, you can. Even with inlay stickers applied, you can clean and oil your guitar as usual. The stickers do not seal the surface, so all liquids can still pass through. When applied, the stickers can be treated like normal inlays - only steel wool should not be used under any circumstances.

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      Yes, you can. Even with inlay stickers applied, you can clean and oil your guitar as usual. The stickers do not seal the surface, so all liquids can still pass through. When applied, the stickers can be treated like normal inlays - only steel wool should not be used under any circumstances.

  • @ej1_drew
    @ej1_drew 2 місяці тому +1

    honestly this seems to not be everyone's cup of tea but i play 8 string and strats and my main recording guitar has no markers, you can get quite lost with that many strings and wide fretboard. it's just the customisation i need hahaha

  • @stanjamaca6872
    @stanjamaca6872 3 місяці тому +1

    What happens when you do alot of string bends and the strings srape against the stickers?

  • @JuanJaim
    @JuanJaim 3 місяці тому +2

    I tried a set of Fretlook "Ibanez blocks" on a V-style guitar and can't say I like them much, they look a bit plain. I've tried Jockomo inlay stickers and those look a tad nicer, they even have a bit of a light refracting quality to them, so look a bit more like actual inlays (I got the vintage blocks for an Ibanez Artcore). I gotta say, Fretlook's packaging and presentation is top-notch, I just wish they looked better.

  • @SeanDS1989
    @SeanDS1989 3 місяці тому +1

    very cool man, I will definitely check these out!

  • @EdwardJohns-be6ri
    @EdwardJohns-be6ri 3 місяці тому +1

    You always come up with cool ideas for your show. I'm watching your channel for a very, very long time.
    I believe the first video I sent you was. You're having a go-between. An Ibanez guitar. And a Squire Standard. Been a while ago

  • @jasontrujillo2859
    @jasontrujillo2859 3 місяці тому +1

    What model of cort guitar? That looks great 👍.

  • @stevenjohannesson316
    @stevenjohannesson316 3 місяці тому +2

    Looks great, good if not wanting the cost of a luthier installing actual inlays, if lacking the skill, or being able to switch easily for a different look.
    Not sure why someone wouldn’t remove or change stings while doing this though, as seems applying these with no strings would be much easier done.

    • @tomwilson4353
      @tomwilson4353 2 місяці тому

      My thoughts are that the strings help with alignment. That is why I would keep strings on.

  • @persiaguitar
    @persiaguitar 3 місяці тому +1

    Will not become messy after a few months or years of playing ?

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      They can withstand a lot even when you touch them while playing. We work with many artists worldwide so that they are well tested 😊

  • @mikeshanermusic
    @mikeshanermusic 3 місяці тому

    They are cool. My concern is how easy/hard is it to remove them when they start wearing out?

    • @VictorIbelles
      @VictorIbelles 3 місяці тому +1

      Very easy to remove, almost no leftovers, a little alcohol or oil can clean up any glue remains

  • @dappawap
    @dappawap 3 місяці тому +2

    as a new hobby guitar builder I think these are great

  • @richarddelatorre2977
    @richarddelatorre2977 3 місяці тому +1

    Wow what a difference! Cool!

  • @ninehneh
    @ninehneh 3 місяці тому +1

    was 17th fret on the Cort installed in reverse?

  • @Acousticeg
    @Acousticeg 3 місяці тому +1

    I have an acoustic that I may try these out on. It's hard to tell in the video, are they papery looking or do they reflect light? Thanks for sharing.

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому +1

      We would be very happy. It is important to us that the designs do not look like imitations of original inlays. We have therefore deliberately opted for a different approach. The base material is rather matt. So they don't seem as strong as real inlays, but they have their very own look.

  • @johnro6659
    @johnro6659 3 місяці тому +1

    I have used fret marker decals for a long time now never tried to install them with the strings still on the guitar. I always waited for when the guitar needed new strings. People used to hate on these but no one ever could tell they were decals on any of my guitars. None ever faded not one pealed I can't say how easy they are to take off I never took any off. I have always used Jockomo except once where he didn't make the Dean style I needed. I used to search the net looking for inlay decals but never came across this company. I will definitely check them out.

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      Thank you so much. We're looking forward to it 😊

  • @markwscrivener
    @markwscrivener 3 місяці тому +1

    This would be a great tool for trying different marker designs before installing real inlays. Could be a fun way to customize a guitar for a show as well. I could see a market for custom printed markers....your band name, a design your client wants to see before paying for inlay work, etc.

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 2 місяці тому

      You are right. We have a custom shop and regularly create band logos and names for the fretboard.

  • @johnoakleymusic
    @johnoakleymusic 2 місяці тому +1

    Honestly? How long they gonna last with regular bending? Plus they look like stickers not inlays.
    Plus how they gonna stick well on decently oiled fretboards? This is crazy in my opinion

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook Місяць тому

      The withstand a lot. Even if you touch them while playing. How you see them is of course subjectice. Regarding cleaning - even with inlay stickers applied, you can clean and oil your guitar as usual.

  • @JonNewquist
    @JonNewquist 3 місяці тому +1

    I bought the multi color dots because the luminay side dots on my Ibanez are practically invisible when they're not charged, and last 5 minutes when they ARE charged. These dots are really too big for side markers, but they're visible AF.

    • @JonNewquist
      @JonNewquist 3 місяці тому

      @@DarrellBraunGuitarTV_Teiegram Piss off, scammer.

  • @blewzman
    @blewzman 3 місяці тому +1

    How do they hold up to fretboard cleaning? Lemon oil or F-One oil?

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому +1

      Even with the inlay stickers applied, you can clean and oil your guitar as usual. The stickers do not seal the surface, so all liquids can still pass through. When applied, the stickers can be treated like normal inlays - only steel wool should not be used under any circumstances.

    • @blewzman
      @blewzman 3 місяці тому +1

      Thank you @@fretlook

  • @rashomon351
    @rashomon351 3 місяці тому +1

    I tended my fretboards with lemon oil. I suppose those markers wouldn't stick. So, how to best prepare the fretboard for best results ?

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      The fretboard should ideally be dry and free of dust and dirt before attaching it. After attaching it, you can clean it as normal.

  • @papasteve7376
    @papasteve7376 3 місяці тому

    How is the durability with these stickers Darrell? Thanks

  • @kevin_A613
    @kevin_A613 3 місяці тому +1

    I was skeptical about this idea, but I believe in keeping an open mind. I refurbish derelict guitars and get them in the hands of people who will play them. The end product looks better than I expected. This could be a nice way to create a distinct and relatively unique design. Thanks for making me aware of it, I might give this a try.

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      Thank you very much for the great feedback. We would be delighted if you would take a look at the product. Best regards!

  • @evilpicklebluesband
    @evilpicklebluesband 3 місяці тому +2

    Never did this so just wondering do you go over your dot inlays and if you remove the stickers in the future will it ruin the Fretboard?

    • @Luckyrider1958
      @Luckyrider1958 3 місяці тому +1

      no harm done.

    • @tomwilson4353
      @tomwilson4353 2 місяці тому +2

      Yes, you cover existing dots/inlays. As long as the one you are applying will cover your inlay. Think covering block inlays. No harm removing them.

    • @Luckyrider1958
      @Luckyrider1958 2 місяці тому +1

      @@tomwilson4353 another "trick" I used is when I applied Tony Iommi "cross" markers, they did not cover some of the dots 100%. So a BROWN magic marker is your friend here. Covers the exposed dot. Also, the magic marker comes off easily with Naptha if you remove the stickers later. No problems.

    • @tomwilson4353
      @tomwilson4353 2 місяці тому

      @Luckyrider1958 excellent tips! Thanks for the info.

  • @richardclark.
    @richardclark. 3 місяці тому

    i think i am going to order 2 or 3 sets and try to do a tree of life type thing by connecting them all the way up thru every fret. So many possibilities if you get creative with these. It was good of you to mention that these do stand the test of time. i would have assumed these would turn ratty pretty quick. i would never have considered them.

  • @Graham_Reeves
    @Graham_Reeves 3 місяці тому +1

    How does it work if you want to oil the neck but they're covering some of the wood?

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      Even with inlay stickers applied, you can clean and oil your guitar as usual. The stickers do not seal the surface, so all liquids can still pass through. When applied, the stickers can be treated like normal inlays - only steel wool should not be used under any circumstances.

  • @richardgrant9367
    @richardgrant9367 3 місяці тому +1

    I’m torn on this one , looks aren’t really the thing I’m going for when I have a guitar I’m playing out with. But if they don’t wear out fast, I guess it works.

  • @rickbrown2154
    @rickbrown2154 3 місяці тому +1

    Are we suppose to look at the frets ?
    Is this a new thing ?

  • @cdnpunk2270
    @cdnpunk2270 3 місяці тому

    Have you tried neck illusions? I'm thinking of trying them on my Ibanez.

  • @audiophileman7047
    @audiophileman7047 3 місяці тому +13

    That's pretty cool, but I like the bird inlays on my PRS guitar. 👍👍👍

    • @VictorIbelles
      @VictorIbelles 3 місяці тому +1

      It’s for guitars that don’t have cool unique inlays already

    • @audiophileman7047
      @audiophileman7047 3 місяці тому

      Sure, I understand, and it's perfectly fine, but I just like to buy guitars that have the inlays already.@@VictorIbelles

  • @pccougar895
    @pccougar895 3 місяці тому +1

    Peel off blue backing and slide blue backing under strings to pull sticker back.

  • @teddygene6869
    @teddygene6869 3 місяці тому +1

    How long is the wear , and are they hard to remove?

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому +1

      We've developed the material just for this use. They withsatnd a lot, even if you touch te fretboard while playing. Youn can remove them at any time without leaving any residue.

    • @teddygene6869
      @teddygene6869 3 місяці тому

      Ok so do a lot of string bending,will they hold up to that?

  • @squirelova1815
    @squirelova1815 3 місяці тому

    If you ever get discouraged from YT Dearest Sir Darrell, just remember that: there are even Elderly and Disabled people who relish your amazingly Wonderful and really Cutting Edge channel here who may not be able to easily mod or even play their guitars much any longer due to painful chronic conditions. Even so, your enthusiastic and very inspirational shows here, I think, are so very uplifting and encouraging to such less fortunate folks with limited abilities and especially while hearing such well executed passages that show off an instrument's abilities. It makes me resist quitting for one since exploring new landscapes and even Flying like an Airplane like Alex Lifeson is possible with the guitar.

  • @kimamey
    @kimamey 3 місяці тому

    I'm not sure if it improves the Ibanez, as it's a nice looking guitar anyway. The Cort was already good, but it's definitely improved.
    Is there any reason why the sticker on the 17th fret on the Cort was upside down as you were holding it. Maybe it makes no difference.

  • @paulsto6516
    @paulsto6516 3 місяці тому +1

    Can I get PRS birds for a Glary? Asking for a friend.

  • @d3w4yn3
    @d3w4yn3 3 місяці тому +1

    Can you feel these when you slide (not meaning with a slide, but a slide on one string with your fingers, etc.)? I think at this price, I'll just buy a set and try it out! I love the idea of how reversible this mod is!!!

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому +1

      Thanks a lot! The material is super thin a resist a lot, even when you touch it. You won't feelt it while playing.

  • @ABBYDOG26
    @ABBYDOG26 3 місяці тому +1

    I’m assuming this would work on acoustic guitars as well?

    • @tomwilson4353
      @tomwilson4353 2 місяці тому

      Yup. They have some specifically for acoustics.

  • @IamWadeHeineman
    @IamWadeHeineman 3 місяці тому +1

    Cool video + useful. Guitars look great.

  • @Jestiar
    @Jestiar 3 місяці тому +1

    What is that for an Cort guitar model?

  • @jerryk3280
    @jerryk3280 3 місяці тому +1

    I suppose this mod makes sense for some guitars/guitarists... I kinda like some guitars without the inlays though!

  • @johnwinkler2606
    @johnwinkler2606 3 місяці тому +1

    I'm not sure if I like them or not. I wonder what happens when you have to oil you fret board. I'm sure you could wipe around them but I don't know.

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      Even with inlay stickers applied, you can clean and oil your guitar as usual. The stickers do not seal the surface, so all liquids can still pass through. When applied, the stickers can be treated like normal inlays - only steel wool should not be used under any circumstances.

  • @robertdonosobuchner3129
    @robertdonosobuchner3129 3 місяці тому +1

    I'm still searching for fretmarkers that glowing in the dark...

    • @VictorIbelles
      @VictorIbelles 3 місяці тому +1

      Make them , just use glow in the dark vinyl and go to those places where they laser cut it

  • @Armitage574
    @Armitage574 3 місяці тому +1

    what happened when you oil condition your fretboard?

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      Even with inlay stickers applied, you can clean and oil your guitar as usual. The stickers do not seal the surface, so all liquids can still pass through. When applied, the stickers can be treated like normal inlays - only steel wool should not be used under any circumstances.

  • @davidbuchan2214
    @davidbuchan2214 3 місяці тому

    ha ha im not sure about sticky bits on fretboards ?i need a set of fret markers i can slide up the neck when i use a capo , maybe a little slot that slides mother of pearl up a fret or two lol , any sugestions ,?

  • @matthiassoellner
    @matthiassoellner 3 місяці тому +1

    And what if I take care of the fretboard once or twice a year?
    If I use lemon oil to care for the fretboard?
    I can't imagine the stickers staying in place.

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      Absolutly no problem. Even with the fretlook designs applied, you can clean and oil your guitar as usual. The stickers do not seal the surface, so all liquids can still pass through. When applied, the stickers can be treated like normal inlays - only steel wool should not be used under any circumstances.

  • @guyfeldman4404
    @guyfeldman4404 3 місяці тому +1

    Geez..the inlay stickers really make the guitars look like a million bucks! Definitely worth it....

    • @kennethm.380
      @kennethm.380 3 місяці тому +1

      I'll tell you right now. I would NOT buy a used guitars with this crap on the fret board. Just sayin'

  • @davidjones3690
    @davidjones3690 Місяць тому

    What about when it's time to clean or oil your fretboard?

  • @GrimnerStudioUK
    @GrimnerStudioUK 3 місяці тому +1

    I have some on my way, I'm very excited to get mine done :)

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому +1

      Tahnks for the trust :)

    • @GrimnerStudioUK
      @GrimnerStudioUK 3 місяці тому +1

      ​@fretlook the newer design is gonna look sick :) ill try do similar review for you on my channel and tiktok :)

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      @@GrimnerStudioUK excited to see! :)

  • @SixEightSixty
    @SixEightSixty 3 місяці тому +1

    Kinda like ricing out your guitar but if you really want them block inlays then sure ig.

  • @dinman2346
    @dinman2346 3 місяці тому +2

    Is there any fred markers that can helps the people with lack of vision? Some kind of brail markers on the neck or something… @DarrellBraunGuitar

    • @bigbasil1908
      @bigbasil1908 3 місяці тому

      Maybe cut or file notches into the sides of the fretboard at the usual frets that have markers, with a double notch at the 12th fret. Or at the sides of the fretboard where they have the little plastic dots, maybe take the plastic dots out and carefully bang in small brass round headed panel pins (with 2 panel pins marking the 12th fret)?
      I doubt you'll get a reply from Darrell as he hasn't replied yet after 12 days.

    • @dinman2346
      @dinman2346 3 місяці тому +1

      Its kinda tricky to do… but tq for your idea…

  • @rexfurlong5108
    @rexfurlong5108 Місяць тому

    I've done an acoustic with stick-on fret markers. Much easier to do between string changes when you don't have strings cluttering the fret board. With the stickers in this video that have the center alignment, I'd do it with just the two strings left on the guitar.

  • @Gee-no
    @Gee-no 3 місяці тому +2

    That Cort is beautiful. How's about a giveaway? Lol.

  • @kenmearns6164
    @kenmearns6164 3 місяці тому +1

    Looks fantastic. I feel a purchase coming on 👍

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому

      hehe. We're looking forward!

    • @kenmearns6164
      @kenmearns6164 3 місяці тому

      @@fretlook purchase completed 👍

  • @felixjordanguitar
    @felixjordanguitar 2 місяці тому +1

    Question: Can you feel the sticker under the fingers?

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 2 місяці тому

      Not really. They are just 0.003" (0,08 mm) thin.

  • @dannyspitzer1267
    @dannyspitzer1267 3 місяці тому

    Which Cort model is that?

  • @takisguitar_official
    @takisguitar_official 3 місяці тому +6

    I got them on several guitars and I love them so much. You don’t feel anything and they look like real inlays🎸😀

  • @guitarplayerz4893
    @guitarplayerz4893 3 місяці тому

    Very cool idea, Darrell. Thanks for sharing. Another company that offers this is "neck illusions".

  • @adisolar
    @adisolar 3 місяці тому

    What is the Cort model here?

  • @davidvolpe3406
    @davidvolpe3406 2 місяці тому +1

    Yea it's nice but what happens when you go to set the guitar up? .

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 2 місяці тому

      You can just do it as normal as always. Cleaner and oil are no problem.

  • @andrewkratz226
    @andrewkratz226 3 місяці тому +1

    This is awesome, very nice

  • @christianpucciarelli
    @christianpucciarelli 3 місяці тому

    What cort model is that?

  • @debhart4302
    @debhart4302 3 місяці тому +1

    Didn't they suggest cleaning the fretboard with naphtha or something first?

    • @fretlook
      @fretlook 3 місяці тому +1

      The fretboard should always be clean and dry before applying :)