Kabuki Strength Transformer Bar Review: The Squat Bar That TRANSFORMS!
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- Опубліковано 27 сер 2024
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The Kabuki Strength Transformer Bar is a safety squat bar designed with an adjustable camber system that allows for one bar to simulate six different movements. In this Kabuki Strength Transformer Bar Review Coop gives his opinion on the bar in comparison to others out there like the Titan Safety Squat Bar, EliteFTS SS Yoke, and Rogue SSB as well as the previous versions of the bar.
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Nice review Coop!
Nice, thank you! I want one!
What if you aren’t on Instagram & are still in the dark ages? 😢
Going to get back on the gram just so I can enter all of coops giveaways and look at more GGR content because garage gym is a way of life! 😅
Hey guys if Coop doesn’t give you a bar (since he’ll likely give it to me ;-P ) you can always use the FBfive code to get 5% off.
I'm surprised with some of the negative reviews. I was so impressed with the ua-cam.com/users/postUgkxMwYg0MOXR4M-oGeyBsNSYe1aPOUoRH6D cage that I got the lat pulldown attachment that goes with it. It is equally outstanding. I don't have one complaint other than putting it together is a job. The instructions and packaging of the parts are very well designed and organized. Also, I stripped and damaged the pull down cable the first day, admitting it was my stupid fault, and they quickly replaced it at no charge. I'm 6'5, 280lbs and fit in the cage just fine. Glenn B
It's pretty cool how your feedback is accelerating these companies new product development over time.
I got a confirmation on this bar a couple of hours ago. I placed the order for the v3 last Friday and they upgraded me for free as well as compensation! Super hyped
That would be so amazing 😭
Same here. Placed an order about 2 weeks ago for the V3. Got the news about the upgrade today. Way cool
That's how a good company is ran
Note from Kabuki regarding push pins on this bar I wanted to share:
"My Operations Manager wanted to assure you that Mr. Duffin had reworked this feature when redesigning this specific bar so unless you rack backwards, the spring-pin should not cause an issue. Also, my shipping manager said if by chance the spring-pin does break (it’s made out of a durable plastic found in machine shops), they’re easily unscrewable and he will ship you a replacement one for no cost. "
This may reassure some of you considering the version 4 Transformer bar. Please note I am brand new subscriber and this is my first Kabuki bar, I own Uesaka training and Iron Grip power bars.
There is a LOT to be said about spending extra money for quality of life upgrades and convenience, and this seems to be exactly that.
Yeah its one of those things were its not for 99% of people but the 1% that want it just love it.
To use a weightlifting term, you are "spot" on, Connor ! Agreed :)
Yes. But you can do every thing this bar does with a standard power bar which one would already have. And an SSB.
I ordered mine 6 weeks ago, and got the email today giving me the details of the new bar I will be getting. STOKED!!!
Coop's back at it again doing God's work. $650 is much cheaper than what I would've guessed
Shipping is almost $250 . . .
It is great to listen to you...you know your stuff in a practical and understandable way.
Wow, nice job Kabuki on refining the T bar. My Crepinsek still going strong at 30+ years! Would love to win one of these though! Nice haircut too Coop!
I was actually willing able to stomach the $629.99 price.
$231.75 for shipping, however, is completely ridiculous and makes this nearly $900. Just ridiculous.
As of Feb 2022 shipping is $86 for me in TN.
@Dave&Holly Yep they redesigned the bar so that it can be broken down making it less expensive to ship. I just got one and shipping is $86. I also got another 15% ($100) off by being part of Kabuki's Online Coaching program...which is amazing. If you sign up please tell them i sent you. (or COOP) :)
@@josephmhines - I opted to receive a blemished bar which not only got me a discount ($599 plus shipping), but it shipped in 5 days instead of the current 4 month wait time. The blemish is purely cosmetic.
Coop you're my spirit animal. Keep the equipment and content rolling.
I'd like one of these, I just worry about the price and build quality long term. My Kabuki stuff always seems to show wear and tear faster than some of my other equipment.
Isnt their steel supposed to be extra tough and hard as anyone else's?
I expect the sleeves to look bad, but the bright zinc should fair better.
Performance > Cosmetics
@@GarageGymReviews I'll just get strong enough that you can't see the sleeves because of plates (pick me dad)
Do you still feel this way?
The Titan SS bar hits TWO positions which mimics a front squat and a back squat. This is achieved by turning the bar 180 degrees. When the “Titan” lettering is aimed toward the back, it’s a posteriorly biased squat. When the “Titan” lettering is aimed toward the front, it’s a quad biased squat.
Wasn't going to get this, Watched the review. Ordered.
Great review Coop! This is definitely a holy grail for me!
Thanks for you're review Coop. Love youre channel. Just ordered mine today, can't wait for it to come in.
If I win this...I’ll do my first ever leg day. And probably last.
Coop, I recently decided to build a home gym and discovered your videos for the first time. I’ve been watching them in chrono order (skipping many). Just have to say-your skill in presenting went from good to amazing. Really awesome to see your skill progression (it gives me hope on my own projects!).
Still waiting for my bar to show up. At 8 weeks now. Came across someone else's channel and he stated it took 14 weeks.
Just made it to 15 weeks
Like you, I love when equipment is very well engineered, has ease of use, is very solidly constructed (to last), is somewhat aesthetically pleasing and can readily perform multi-functions easily & sturdily....Affordability is important; but often willing to upgrade when so many features are included. This bar appears to do all of those. Great video ! Entered the contest ! -A Newer Subscriber...
Yep, this meets those criteria. They did a great job.
@@GarageGymReviews Thumbs up for ur vid's EVERY time ! Cheers... -Jeff
You have inspired me to start my own garage gym! Luv ur channel and I hope I win the bar. Im making my gym in a two car garage and am trying to fit a car in the garage as well. Hope a I get this bar to save space! Keep up the great vids!!!
This evening I took my first workout with my Kabuki Transformer Barbell. A great barbell. I train inside a Sorinex Uber rack. I used Sorinex's narrow J-hooks. I had no problem with the black knob bumping the J-hooks. I had plenty of room between the outside of the rack the the black ball on the quick-release pin.
Rogue racks are wide and thick. Slightly oversized compared to other equipment. That may have accounted for the black ball getting muffed up.
Also, Sorinex offers what I refer to as old-school J-hooks. The hook is wider than the narrower up-dated version featured by Sorinex.
I love your reviews, Coop.
LOL when your squat bar cost more then the squat stand its in...
Means you’re using a cheap and level entry squat stand
@@babycake2941 Haha ! Probably true :) It isn't inexpensive, however...great pc of equipment, though !
@@babycake2941 An SML-2 Rogue squat stand was $540 including shipping and tax. That's not including the arms. This Kabuki SSB is $599 not including tax or shipping. The SML-2 is a nice squat stand.
@@babycake2941 Eh, 11guage steel stand is pretty cheap to come by. Don't need much else. Maybe some nicer J cups or arm catchers but those are fluff.
$600 for a bar. Gtfoh and repeating MADE IN THE USA doesn't make it better. No wonder its 600 dollars
Damn that intro was cold 🥶
I ordered mine 2 months ago, went into Kabuki, met "The Mad Scientist" Duffin. He's actually a quite personable and friendly guy, I liked him a lot. They told me I'm still 2+ weeks out. But hey, it's a Pandemic. It's not like anything is going according to plan, so you gotta be understanding about these things.
And YES they are giving us the upgraded version PLUS $50 back because the price went down $50. Looking forward to getting it.
Thanks Coop! Would love to test all the combinations of angles... fundamental counting principal says there's 6*4, so 24 different options! Basically, a 24-in-1 bar!
Everything coup was explaining is 100% correct. The sharp edges I didn't complain. I just man up. However, he is spot on.
The Kabuki Transformer Bar V4 is currently priced at $599.00 (that's about $40.00 cheaper than V3)
Coop, excellent job on all the details. Wow what a bar Kabuki has done a great job
Finally got mine today, almost 6 months of waiting.
Too bad that 650$ bar in US is going to cost me at least 1500€ when shipped to Finland. I paid already 450€ for Rogue curl bar :( Would be nice to get quality bars and weights cheaper, but what can you do...
Point taken, but for the record, this Kabuki Transformer Bar V4 is currently priced at $599.00 (that's about $40.00 cheaper than V3)
Black friday they'll waive shipping fees usually.
Coop, I've got all sorts of hip thrust barbell pads and I hate them all. I just figured out that the Tranformer Bar is the most phenomenal barbell hip thrust bar on the planet. You gotta try it out!
I have the V2 and completely agree it's a pain in the ass to adjust.I might sell it so I can upgrade this to updated version.
Please do a review of the arsenal multiflex!!!!!
awesome job alike always Coop
Ahhhh. Just checking shipping to UK. Almost around half the price of the bar itself. Its a cool bar for sure., a beautiful Multi Use Bar.
Check audio better. Peaking a lot through out this video. You typically don’t idk what changed but the audio needs work
Great review. Helpful content as i was going back and forth on SSB bar for the last month. Once I saw the versatility of the bar and had to buy it.
It's a terrible review. He doesn't go through what it can do or how well it can do it or demonstrate the different lifts. May as well go straight to Kabuki's marketing material.
Coop...I have a cheap SSB that has almost the frontsquatbar setting of the TFB. I have a good SSB bar, that has the SSB setting of the TFB. I have plates or a kettlebell to do Goblet squats, I have a straight bar to do higbar or lowbar squats. Do I still need this Transformer Bar?
Has coop ever reviewed roller J-cups? If not.... he should.
i mean, if you see the price (650 as coop says) is a little too much, BUT, having that item will provide you like 1 in 6 items, *plus* all the difficulty variations *x3 times smore!*; for those of you who are not good at math: it is a *1 in 18* item, so it is kinda worthy, it is like if you guys buy 6 bars at a $100 each one.
Or just learn to front squat, high bar squat and low bar squat properly and you don't need an overpriced gimmick.
@@bmstylee - I love when people use the word gimmick when referring to a Transformer Bar. It reminds me of when 'regular' surfers would hassle the kitesurfers. For most people, a cheaper SSB will do the trick. Other people want the AMG G-Wagen version.
Ok Coop I’ve now purchased the Rogue Echo, The Transformer bar, and the Kadillac bar in the last 2 weeks. You’re killing me man LOL (but I like it)
Coop, I ordered this last week knowing you would give it a thumbs up! Lol
Just been waiting for more videos. Super bored at home, and this is all I watch. Lift, GGR, eat, sleep
Lesssgoooo
I've missed Coop in my lineup as well. Ive been forced to follow recipe and workout videos instead. Now I'm burning calories instead of dollars. So maybe a little break from coop every now and then aint bad.
I brought one, came to $660.90 with shipping and 3 percent discount. I made $800 selling junk bars on Craigslist in the past 3 months and I am getting older so this feels right. I saw the review on version 3 and was about to pull the trigger on the Marrs bar. Hope I made the right decision 😬
How was the transformer bar. Did you make the right decision?
@@yeahyeah3257 I cancelled the order as it was taking a long time. At my age I am sticking with leg machines. My Pendulum Hip Press and Hammer Strength V Squat are well reviewed and I feel I am getting results
Ordered as soon as I got the email. Already have the Rogue ssb and love it, but the easy adjustabilty on the Transformer bar looks like a game changer.
If you like the Rogue SSB, you'll really like this one. Never been a huge fan of the Rogue SSB tbh.
If price is a deal-breaker, ditch the Rogue SSB and at least get a Titan SSB v2 (if not an EliteFTS Yoke SSB)
Nice new intro!
Awesome review. Love to add this to my home gym.
For the diversity of this i might actually spend the money on something kabuki strength finally.
I would love this! Thank you..love your reviews!
I much as I liked my V3 bar, this one would get alot more use. Those edges were so sharp on the V3. Awesome job Kabuki! Now to save up to by this one and sell my V3. LOL
Dang Coop, it always blows my mind looking at your sub count goin up.
I’m a little surprised you didn’t mention the weight difference. One of the biggest selling feature of the B3 was that is weight 45lbs.
I liked this version better. I liked that they marked it so if I'm not in the right state of mind after a heavy set, I can visual adjust it.
I was using a buddy's that had the original. There were times were I would misalign it, and almost killed myself..........
The visuals to let me know helps.
SOLD!
I'm a fairly new subscriber but i wish i subbed sooner.. Liking the content Coop! Awesome stuff
This could replace high bar, front squat, and goblet squats in my training. Definitely a no brainer for me.
Ordered mine yesterday!
Hey man great video, I found the information really helpful since I recently started going to a gym that has bars like this, and I'm considering maybe getting this 4.0 for my home gym, but I gotta say your voice is almost constantly peaking in this video. I haven't seen very many of your videos so maybe it's just mic position, or maybe the mic quality isn't very good, but just as some constructive feedback you should look into it. Still, great video, keep it up.
Love the concept. Does it fit on a gun rack? I know it’s a knit picky question, but space is coequal premium to usability in the garage gym.
Yeah, it will, you'll just have to leave space below for the handles and cambers.
What an awesome looking bar...can’t wait to try one of these out.
I used this bar once and the handles always bumped into my knees. I don't understand why they are so long.
They fixed everything except the damn handles. Tbh the handles and pad ruined the V3 for me
Coop, this bar vs. marrs bar vs. duffalo? I need a bar that will have similar loading to a low bar squat, but take the stress off my shoulders and elbows. If you could rank them for that purpose, how would you rank them? Or better yet, do a video comparing them! Please help. Thank you.
Julian
The new one is neat and all but I have had the V3 for 2 years and it's not that much work to adjust it. Sure, if multiple people use it then they might change it up. But if its just you how often are you really doing 2 or more squat variations within a training block?
I love Coop and this channel but whyyyyyy is the intro so loud I have to turn the volume down and then turn it back up when the video starts.
Need to improve that one for the next time. Thanks for the feedback, seriously.
Let’s see a video of it used in all the different settings.
As an owner of a version 3.0 I came here ready to disagree with you, but you made valid points about functionality. They also made the sides flush so your plates will set better on the sleeve unlike previous generations where the adjustment screw head got in the way. I love my transformer bar, but I concede that this is a far superior design.
v3 owner here. v4 is an improvement, but the Zinc finish makes me think CAP bar. I'm hoping they eventually offer other finishes - black zinc, nickel, cerakote?
The real question is how long until the V5 comes out with the obvious improvement of the adjustment pin on the outside to you don't have to worry about it hitting the rack ?
Damnit I think you are right & I just ordered.
It's 54" between the brackets, I wonder what the distance is between the plastic balls on the adjustment pins.
Matthew, I don't think the pins can go on the outside as they will interfere with the plates.
Coop, I believe Matthew raises a valid point. This version of the Transformer seems to me like it will not work well with BIG racks.
After watching Coop's great video the third time I convinced the pop pin cannot be smashed against a power rack. In all 6 position's the pin trails the bar and is completely protected
@@davidbuche I'm reasonably sure that you are right about it not hitting as you rack or unrack it which is when it will be subject to the most force but with my experience with SSBs they do tend to swing a lot through normal use. As far as it hitting the plates that could be easily solved with a spring lever setup which would actually be more convenient. I'm sure that it is still a quality product and you will be happy with it.
Just did a quick check on this but hell no on that $600+ price. I’ll wait for Titan to make one haha
I'd take a Dremel sanding attachment to that 3.0 thing. It looks viscous!
Good video Coop! Do I see black sleeves or am I not wearing my glasses? What are the sleeves coated with? Thanks and keep up the good work.
Black zinc, I believe.
Hey Coop! Don’t you think if Kabuki would provide sleeves options like instead of the standard 15.75” sleeve, if they provide other sleeve order options like 10”, 9” and 8” - then smaller home gym owners can choose shorter sleeves options. What do you think?
I have made more purchases than I'd like to admit based on your reviews haha
Show the front squat with that bar
“it’s too sharp! and too hard to hold”, all i heard
My trainer just ordered one today
Coop, which would you recommend first: the Marrs bar or this bar?
This, by far. I really like the Marrs-Bar, but this is much more versatile, cheaper, and better. I didn't love the preview versions, this is something else entirely.
@@GarageGymReviews Thank you so much for the advice. God bless Coop!
Marrs bar is like a speciality bar of speciality bars
@@xavierstephens7817 yeah this can replicate a low bar squat too right? Like it'll still rest on your traps, but with the camber back and the length out the longest, the center of mass would still be the same as low bar so you could safely replicate that form. Someone correct me if I'm retarded
If cost were no object would you take the Marrs bar over this?
Low ceiling. Titan t2 short or sml 1
This might not be the right bar for JK Rowling, but I think it’s great. Great review!
How much better is this going to be at performing good mornings vs the competitors? That's my crucial factor.
Coop, it looks like the pins may be removable, and perhaps replaceable with a simple wrench. If so, this would be a great selling point for the new product. Can you confirm?
Wish you could trade in the original for one of the new ones. I like mine but this looks really nice
There he goes flicking me off again at the end of the video!
man i love ur videos. i have a questiion , what do ur opinion about a 30 mm grip barbell.
Just got the new bar and it is great! Very comfortable on my back and super quality tip to tip. Coop right on all counts with the ease to change and knurling. One update though. I ordered the previous version of the bar and the upgraded automatically. Also, the new bar is about $50 cheaper so I received a credit. Worth the money since it will be used every week for some kind of squat!
Even Chris had a touch of trouble when demoing the previous version in his bar video at SuperTraining Gym. Awesome changes. It'd be great if I won the giveaway... lol
Duffin is a genius!
Regulation Olympic bars are quite costly...they all have ball bearing sleeves as opposed to bushings... they are calibrated for the right amount of whip!
There's other variations of the non-regulation bars... ladies bar shorter length small diameter shallower knurlings weighs 33 lbs!
Hey Coop, great video as usual man. Why are there 4 different load points for the sleeve?
Puts the load further or closer to the bar. Basically adjusting difficulty.
The length of the handles makes it impossible to do narrow stance squats.
This is something I should have mentioned. I wish they were removable or shorter.
Garage Gym Reviews I’ve seen others make the same complaint. I can’t believe kabuki hasn’t addressed this yet.
@@DeusExMachina50 I'm upset at myself that I didn't discuss it. Will do so in the future in some capacity as I think it is worth mentioning. Appreciate the comment.
Garage Gym Reviews Thanks Coop, keep up the good work!
I bought the previous version and I’m pretty satisfied apart from the corrosion issue. Now I’ll just skip this and wait for the new Prime fitness USA squat bar
from Coach Kav!
So. It's a very expensive bar that corrodes. That's a big failure.
How often should you do rack pulls?
If you did have the money, would you pick the transformer or the marrs bar?
10:53 Coop stop teasing us
Hey Coop! Any info on the finish of the bar long term?
Been waiting 9 months for my TF bar. They said there was a 6 month delay when I ordered it which I excepted. Kabuki hasn’t bothered returning my calls.
I ordered mine in mid July and I just got a shipping notification yesterday. Just an fyi
Agh Coop get a better lav setup! That clipping audio is horrendous!
It was a new setup. Getting it dialed in. Annoying on my end too.
Just popped up as soon as I saw the giveaway! Hoping to win it and “Transform” my squat game!!
People are always trying to reinvent the wheel traditional bar works just fine. Why pay all that money for smthn that has parts that can break. Stop making excuses for not being able to squat the way its been done forever.
Parts that can break? Hmmm... maybe the spring loaded pin someday. Duffin would not make V4 any less reliable or capable than v3 as seen here lifting a truck - ua-cam.com/video/arAar0dMzxU/v-deo.html
What do you think of the Kabuki squat rack?
It's 7 gage like my Hammer Strength HD rack, a little shorter, more functional but weaker j-hooks, Hammer Strength J hooks have two pins. It is probably more commercial than anything Coop would review. I would trade a Hammer Strength HD rack for one.