Ernie Ball: The Pursuit of Tone - James Valentine (Maroon 5) "Guitars"

Ernie Ball: The Pursuit of Tone, an AT&T Original Series features acclaimed Maroon 5 guitarist James Valentine, a driving force behind some of the most successful songs in modern rock. In this special episode of James traces his journey from Lincoln, Nebraska, to the global stage, discussing the moments that shaped him as an artist, and the journey he and Maroon 5 endured on their rise to the top.
In this clip James discusses his array of guitars including his signature Ernie Ball Music Man "Valentine".
Catch the exclusive documentary in its entirety premiering September 16th at 8pm et/pt exclusive on Audience Music (Directv ch.239 and U-Verse ch.1114)
To see more clips and past episodes visit www.ernierball.com/thepursuitoftone
James Valentine plays Ernie Ball guitar strings. More on his signature Ernie Ball Music Man guitar can be found here: bit.ly/2bjTwMc

[@TheMightyYak]

I'd actually like to take a minute to appreciate that Ernie Ball allowed the first half of this video to be devoted to instruments from rival companies.

[@jirayuschantapakorn1770]

Id close video if it begin with that PoS

[@haitparik7359]

one of the most underrated guitarists

[@EdelweissM_TheJourney]

Hait Parikh Can't agree with you more! Thanks for pointing that out!

[@jamiemacmillan4056]

Well he doesn't play in a band where he can show much of his ability, it's not really a surprise

[@jean-tintinlablanquetteduf7954]

Cuz he's in Maroon 5 maybe

[@bassyey]

@@jean-tintinlablanquetteduf7954 Gotta earn money, can't blame him.

[@ahmettalhaaltntas8259]

Cause he playing for maroon 5...

[@PrashantSamlal]

That tele is fucking beautiful

[@KunchangLeeMusic]

Love his signature guitar

[@mikecole4489]

James valentine your work inspires me

[@hamiltonbrown1989]

Who caught him playing that melody line from Pat Metheny's tune "Bright Size Life" at 0:52

[@theaaronimal]

He seems so down to earth!

[@tradbowseven]

Funny how I picture him flying thru the stratosphere 😂

[@EdelweissM_TheJourney]

You are a genius, a musical genius! Your signature guitar, from a novice's standpoint, Is perfect! Now, when I said, novice's standpoint, that doesn't mean that I am discrediting you and your guitar; rather pointing out my own minute knowledge of guitars! Kudos! #ValentineGuitar

[@lalordez.7193]

James valentine.
For me the best.

[@BrandonofRedemption]

Fantastic tones!!!!

[@chaozhao1801]

I like how you describe the tones as in different colors...

[@davidsheppard4884]

Gotta love a “Boost” button....(and the result of course!) 🤘😎😁

[@fairuzhussaini7301]

3:06 - "I'm always looking to simplify things.. and to get rid of stuffs"
I felt like the guy who edited the video purposely went for a wide frontal shot of his WHOLE rig. And here I am with my strat, a boss multieffect and a cheapo amp feeling small when it comes to simplifying stuffs. T-T

[@gonzavalverde]

yeah, same here.
"I'm always looking to simplify things....(Monster pedalboard appears)"

[@timf7413]

Everything's relative. By the standards of many modern arena acts, that isn't a particularly large or complicated set up.

[@captainjackspandexcaptainj1680]

Same I can’t make strats sound good no idea why but telecasters work perfectly for me

[@flyingash]

I love that model guitar its perfection

[@tsukhumquinnquinker5641]

Very humble human being ❤️👍🏻. Respect.

[@EdelweissM_TheJourney]

This truly is wonderful! Congratulations, James! Thanks Ernie Ball Music Man! Love Maroon 5 so much!

[@Wth969]

God damn that thing sounds nice I like the sort of Strat tone you displayed during the intro as well

[@waynebrown1394]

When he was in high school in Lincoln NE I wonder if he thought he would ever have his own guitar by Musicman?

[@julienguigot8898]

James valentine signature

[@mastergui-targuillaume5887]

Sounds and look amazing !

[@nicholas4183]

Wonderful, man!

[@spark4039]

this is so great!

[@Marmidis]

What a perfect guitar!!!!!!!

[@jazzercaster4749]

Pat Methenys Bright sized life yo at 0:53

[@Poysha]

does anyone know what he played at 4:07? sounds amazing

[@AceBambam]

Eemon Roy the first chord of 311's version of love song

[@GammaFZ]

"it's darker" *plays pentatonic scale*

[@AlexGroen]

First time he doesn't wear a black and white t-shirt.

[@jeniferdeguzman1367]

A great guitarist!!!

[@jonathanjosept4316]

4:52 black dog?

[@GeronimoBiggles]

please make a burl top trem version of this!

[@KHGuitarFreak1988]

Waiting to see if there will be a semi hollow version :D

[@onfire4000]

Who knew, interesting

[@skord176]

This guys should leave Maroon V and start his own band

[@cww2086]

Can you play sweep picking or something fast notes ? Cuz Adam's voice just dominating your band. It's Maroon Five right ? Not a Adam's Band right ?

[@zoot07]

what's the name of the song he played at 4:20?

[@gabrielmatosoliv]

zoot07 Misery

[@evanrayswenson]

This guy is so overqualified for the band he’s in.

[@idfkdontaskme2165]

James is deserves better then being in Maroon 5

[@yujinakamura5148]

Play more comment less bro ur Sickilicious!

[@tradbowseven]

So this guitar comes from the factory with 11s. Ummm....