I don’t get all these headless jokes, Ive had many gibsons, have never lost a headstock on an SG or les paul. My 91 flying V headstock did snap like a toothpick though
Got a Strandberg Plini when I have had back issues. The thing about the guitar is… you can play it anywhere. Lying down, on your couch. And it sounds great. And the smaller footprint makes it easy to take it anywhere, so it doubles as a traveling guitar. It doesn’t sound like a Gibson, Tele or Strat. But it really sounds like a 3,000Euro guitar. The fact that I can have it anywhere made me able to play twice as much. That’s the real value of the headless. And it’s always on tune.
@@kebotrans the thickness threw me for a loop. The Q is thick like an AZ, and I was expecting something a bit thinner. I guy I'll need to try the QX next
I posted in the other video about HILS guitars. HILS is like the international branding of a company called HEX. I bought a HEX headless a few weeks ago and I've gigged it a few times. Absolutely zero issues. It needed a simple set up, and it's rock solid. No issues with tuning stability, and most surprisingly tone. I live in South Korea, so HEX is what I get here any they are cheap. If they release a 7 string headless, I'll definitely get one. Another guitar player I know uses a Les Paul style HEX. Sounds great too.
Now... heres the thing. I wasn't overly familiar with his music initially. BUT rabea is almost the ultimate 21st century guitar role model.... technical, feel, fusion, own channel, own music, signature musicman guitar, QC/neural DSP artist, articulate, great tech knowledge, great humour . yet equally at home posting with pete the gretsch masterbuilds. I liisten to everything he posts....
I do like what Strandberg have done, actually thought about the overall design of the guitar compared to the Ibanez which is largely a regular guitar with the headstock cut off. I’m not in the market for a new guitar right now but I would consider one of the entry level Strandbergs in the future
I proudly own an Ibanez Q54 and I ve got to say is one of the best guitars I ever perchuse. Its light, plays like butter and it resonates like crazy!! For that a small guitar the amount of sustain is unbilievable!! Rebea (love you man), is not a man to test a small guitar like this...his hands are massive. I played stranberg before buying the Q and belive me, for the average Joe Ibanez is way more familiar!!!
I have a Q54 and came here to say exactly this! It’s so light but resonates more than any other guitar I’ve ever played and the frets feel like glass. Absolutely love the thing!
As someone who has owned multiple Strandbergs and Ibanez Quests (recording and playing shows with both for a year or more), I've personally found the Ibanez to be the best suited for me and also the best value for the money. IMO the Endurneck makes some things easier and other things harder, and is not some sort of miracle fix. When it comes to shape, I love how thin the Ibanez body is, especially for playing while standing. It does suffer a bit from not having the cutaway on the bottom like the Strandberg though. The Ibanez hardware is considerably better designed. The string lock at the top is sturdier, simpler, and doesn't have sharp edges unlike the Strandberg. The bridge pieces on the Ibanez are also much easier to intonate, do string changes on, and turn the tuners. Having a Zero Fret is a compromise that I believe isn't worthwhile for most players. Zero frets almost always get little divots in them which cause the thinner strings to ping when bent, and polishing these out is a hassle. A well cut standard nut just works and doesn't introduce these kinds of problems. Fanned frets only feel beneficial to me in lower tunings or on a 7/8 string. If you play standard, you probably don't need them. The Boden Essential definitely changes the value discussion, but the fact that I can own a 6 and 7 string Ibanez Quest for about the price of an average Strandberg is pretty wild considering I think I actually prefer the Ibanez regardless of cost. Strandberg are great guitars but their price is hard for me to justify considering where/how they're made.
Ibanez = lots of options for your super strat, one of which is headless. Strandberg = pursuit of the modern guitar. HILS/eart = we can do that (minus neck profile) for half.
I’ve got three Strandbergs, and basically they’re all i play live. I have back issues and the flexibility of playing positions coupled with the lightweight is a no brainer. And they almost never go out of tune.
HILS Guitars guitars are great bang for the buck, got to play them a bit, and i still don't get how they can make such a good guitar for 399 😳i think Strandberg start at around 1k and Ibanez around 700 sooo HILS at this point if you're looking to venture into headless realm is a great deal and a hell of a guitar for the money. PS: Love to see Rabea in Andertons videos again ❤🤘
Definitely thumbs up on the Strandbergs. I picked up a 7-String Prog NX about 2 years ago, and just got a 6-String HSS Boden. They feel and sound excellent, and are super easy to travel with. When I bring the kids to sports practice, I bring one of the Strandbergs and a pair of Boss Waza headphones - perfect match to practice literally anywhere.
I have an Ibanez quest, I like the shape better than strandberg. I sit "man-spread", left foot on a foot rest, tuners against the right thigh, so the guitar sits quite a bit lower than a strandberg, about the same height as when standing up. Perfect
That is the point I think they missed on this, is it's the ergonomic shape of the Strandberg and the HILS that turns a lot of people off of those guitars, much in the way many people don't like a Warlock or any other crazy shape. I personally think the Ibanez is the best looking of the bunch, and I really like the feel as well, but I also have never played any of the others.
Great seeing you around Bea, How are you enjoying your Music man endorsement? I had a Boden and it is an amazing guitar, very comfortable to play in any position, very resonant and the pickups are killer. They are groundbreaking because it is the ONLY guitar built from zero with ergonomics in mind. The neck reflects this but you get used to it fast and it makes sense. I have not tried an Ibanez Q yet but I’m sure it is an amazing instrument. Ibanez is my favorite Asian brand by far and for a good reason.
Very timely video for me! I had promised to treat myself to a Strandberg for my birthday, but I gotta say I really like that Hils. Plus green is my favorite color and I don't have any green guitars.... Hmmmm...
I have one of the Ibanez for travels. I would never play it unless I travel and want to take in flight cabin. It does the job to keep my fingers moving when needed so am happy.
One thing that I never see mention is that these guitars are great for musicians who play at theaters in a pit with reduced space. A small body and many options in one package is a great deal.
The best thing about guitar is how tactile and responsive the instrument is. I have this exact Ibanez model, and when I jam with, after a certain point I stop feeling the weight of it, I just focus on playing. Whereas, a 8lbs (if you're lucky) Les Paul is something that, to me, always felt like it's a foreign object fighting for space with you. Some people may like it. I don't. I'm really glad headless guitars are becoming more popular. My back and neck even more so.
@Andertons can you do the same thing with Bea as you did with Chappers last visit? Make a boatload of videos to release slowly over the next bit of time. I particularly enjoy his this or that pedal videos because of his insight. But what about that but with guitars?? Blindfold and have 20 or so and see what he ultimately chooses on playability and sound alone. Would be epic!
I bought an ichi10 ibanez headless..absolutley converted. I have played and owned all the big name guitars over the years..this is my favourite by a long shot. I get the look is something to get used to..but in terms of playability and comfort absolutely nothing comes close
The Strandberg guitars are fantastic...I love all of mine. I would love to try an Essential. I was initially skeptical about no multiscale, but every review I watch seems to not have a problem with the standard scale. For what you are getting on the Essential, I like the price given that I know the quality of the brand from the others I own. The HILS is a nice budget choice, but I think the Ibanez is just not a good choice for what you are getting.
The headless bit isn't what drew me in, it was the ergonomics of the Strandberg (and the Hils to a degree) but I'm really interested in trying the Strandberg neck.
After playing Strandbergs for a while I discovered the Zither Guitar Stands with a ukulele hook work to hold them up. This MIGHT be true for other floating stands specifically for ukulele assuming they're tall enough.
Andertons I have a request! Have hils make you a headless 6 string baritone guitar for you to carry. I’ve been wanting a headless baritone forever and figured Strandberg would make one eventually but never have yet. I can’t imagine why there are practically no headless baritones. I think the headless style would be perfect for baritones since it helps cut down on the total weight and length of the guitar.
Yes indeed. Headless fan here, currently have 5, and the right angle jack is essential unless you have ones with an inset angled jack so then even a straight jack isn’t a problem🎸🤘🏻
I have the Boden Standard(?) from a few years ago. I bought it (pre-pandemic) intending to use it as a travel guitar. The pickups were too "metallic" for me, so I swapped them out for Tom Anderson HF1/HF2 pickups. The one "gripe' I have about the guitar is that on a normal guitar you can pluck the string with your picking hand while turning the tuning pegs with your fretting hand. You can't do that with this guitar, which takes some getting used to.
The Strandberg string change tutorial shows that you should take the tuner all the way out. Idk why. Havent had mine long enough to need a string change yet
Unless they did a new one recently you are not supposed to. They showed what to do if you turn it all the way out. You want to aim for 1.5-2 turns on the tuner when you put the string in. If you see the threads taper you are about a quarter turn too close to th tuner coming off of the barrel.
Some nasty blues licks from Rabea. Nice! (I've low-key wanted a Strandberg Salen Deluxe for years... EDIT: The Hils looks a great choice for an inexpensive travel guitar too.)
I’ve got a Eart headless, and it’s shaped very much like the Strandberg. Ash body, 5 piece wenge/padauk neck with rosewood fretboard. Stainless frets, and they are finished perfectly. I had a Steinberger Spirit GU once upon a time, but sold it. That was a mistake.
It's insane what you can get for your money these days. 15 years ago I remember having to spend £700+ for something decent, those Hils Guitars look incredible for the price
I have the Boden 7, and the Ibanez Q7, which my tech had the bridges recessed 3mm lower into the body (Crazy low action on it now; 1mm on low B, 0.8mm on high E, with no buzz), and they're both great! But the Ibby gets the palm for its weight!
Am I the only who has always had the opinion that if you play a headless guitar, you better be able to bring the heat? I’ve had this phobia that has kept from playing one because I always felt that people watching me perform would expect me to be able to play “God tier” style riffs that I can’t actually play. Thank god that Rabea and Pete don’t have this problem! 😂
They look so small and fragile to me, but I really need to try one, because it would be awesome to sit on the couch, casually noodling away, and not worry about smacking my wife's favorite lamp with the headstock.
I own an Ibanez Q547 and it is very versatile guitar. I have the Jescar gold evo frets version, I think all new models have the stainless steel frets because Jescar discontinued the gold evo lineup. The price point and the hardware should be considered and not be ignored when comparing to other available brands. I did not reach the 2K usd to enjoy a 7 string guitar that feels and sounds premium (I paid around 1,100 usd).
The older i get the more i appreciate my Headless, especially during extended practice. i play a Les Paul for 2 hours and my entire body aches afterward, getting old blows.
My QX52 arrived last week. I don't think I'll ever buy another headful(?) guitar ever again, this is far too superior both in terms of ergonomics and tuning stability. Also I disagree with the hosts, I think it's super convenient in a classical position with tuners against my right leg.
I think you should really give Legator a shot. They are fairly priced for the quality you get and play real good. I got a ghost 7; sometime ago and I can't put it down. I think the price of strandberg is difficult to justify. The Ibanez just doesn't do it for me. The HILS is quite a revelation, if they had a 7 strings, multiscale model I would definitely get one just because they are great value for money and looks pretty good indeed and you have to respect a company that commits to put out a product like that. I think that a guitar doesn't have to cost as much as a second car to be playable and to have fun with it; because, let's say it...the price of these things have got to a stupid level. Whatever you playing have fun and keep riffing!! 🤘👽
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I don’t get all the fuss with these headless guitars when you can get a Les Paul with a detachable headstock.
Dweezil Zappa did a collab with American Airlines to make a headless SG.
@@gunkyzip HA I remember that story during the Zappa Plays Zappa tours
Until it's also reattachable, it just won't catch on
Thank you for that sir...
I don’t get all these headless jokes, Ive had many gibsons, have never lost a headstock on an SG or les paul. My 91 flying V headstock did snap like a toothpick though
I love when Rabea is here!
So do we!
My favorite demo Bros!!
Or is he only "like" here.....Like
Me too, those two are muy caliente on the geetarz.
All of the guitars going head to head... wait, no...
😂
You won the internet
😂
Wonder if the results will be neck and neck...
I'll get me coat.
@@nopejnope4444He might not have won but he's definitely a'head'.
Quick tuning pause made me smile
The intro is distinctly either a Rabea, or Pete style solo but they fit together so well in this context. Well done.
I love how Rabea's face gives the most honest, immediate impression of how he feels about something. That tells me more than anything else
Agreed
it's good to see Rabea again!!!!
Find yourself someone who looks at you the way Pete looks at Bea
I just gave it to the toilet paper that was 2ft out of range. I need you my TPBB!
They are both the kind of players that make you want to be better.
Got a Strandberg Plini when I have had back issues. The thing about the guitar is… you can play it anywhere. Lying down, on your couch. And it sounds great. And the smaller footprint makes it easy to take it anywhere, so it doubles as a traveling guitar. It doesn’t sound like a Gibson, Tele or Strat. But it really sounds like a 3,000Euro guitar. The fact that I can have it anywhere made me able to play twice as much. That’s the real value of the headless. And it’s always on tune.
You know when you put Pete and Rabea in the same room, magic is gonna happen. That opening jam was insane! Great playing guys.
Been playing almost 40yrs, my Ibanez Q52 is the best playing guitar I have ever owned by a wide margin.
They do play great. I purchased a Boden essential and love it also.The ibanez models are awesome also.
I have the q54, easily my favorite Strat
@@beebala3 the quest models converted me after being a Strandberg player for about 2 years. Excellent guitars and way more bang for your buck
@@kebotrans the thickness threw me for a loop. The Q is thick like an AZ, and I was expecting something a bit thinner. I guy I'll need to try the QX next
8:40 caught me so off guard 😂
Oh my🫠
🤣🤣🤣🤣
Je t'aime
me too
I posted in the other video about HILS guitars. HILS is like the international branding of a company called HEX. I bought a HEX headless a few weeks ago and I've gigged it a few times. Absolutely zero issues. It needed a simple set up, and it's rock solid. No issues with tuning stability, and most surprisingly tone. I live in South Korea, so HEX is what I get here any they are cheap. If they release a 7 string headless, I'll definitely get one.
Another guitar player I know uses a Les Paul style HEX. Sounds great too.
Now... heres the thing. I wasn't overly familiar with his music initially. BUT rabea is almost the ultimate 21st century guitar role model.... technical, feel, fusion, own channel, own music, signature musicman guitar, QC/neural DSP artist, articulate, great tech knowledge, great humour . yet equally at home posting with pete the gretsch masterbuilds. I liisten to everything he posts....
I do like what Strandberg have done, actually thought about the overall design of the guitar compared to the Ibanez which is largely a regular guitar with the headstock cut off. I’m not in the market for a new guitar right now but I would consider one of the entry level Strandbergs in the future
I proudly own an Ibanez Q54 and I ve got to say is one of the best guitars I ever perchuse. Its light, plays like butter and it resonates like crazy!! For that a small guitar the amount of sustain is unbilievable!!
Rebea (love you man), is not a man to test a small guitar like this...his hands are massive.
I played stranberg before buying the Q and belive me, for the average Joe Ibanez is way more familiar!!!
As another guitarist with massive hands, I'm rather partial to Rabea's reviews!
I have a Q54 and came here to say exactly this! It’s so light but resonates more than any other guitar I’ve ever played and the frets feel like glass. Absolutely love the thing!
more bea dont let him leave
As someone who has owned multiple Strandbergs and Ibanez Quests (recording and playing shows with both for a year or more), I've personally found the Ibanez to be the best suited for me and also the best value for the money.
IMO the Endurneck makes some things easier and other things harder, and is not some sort of miracle fix.
When it comes to shape, I love how thin the Ibanez body is, especially for playing while standing. It does suffer a bit from not having the cutaway on the bottom like the Strandberg though.
The Ibanez hardware is considerably better designed. The string lock at the top is sturdier, simpler, and doesn't have sharp edges unlike the Strandberg. The bridge pieces on the Ibanez are also much easier to intonate, do string changes on, and turn the tuners.
Having a Zero Fret is a compromise that I believe isn't worthwhile for most players. Zero frets almost always get little divots in them which cause the thinner strings to ping when bent, and polishing these out is a hassle. A well cut standard nut just works and doesn't introduce these kinds of problems.
Fanned frets only feel beneficial to me in lower tunings or on a 7/8 string. If you play standard, you probably don't need them.
The Boden Essential definitely changes the value discussion, but the fact that I can own a 6 and 7 string Ibanez Quest for about the price of an average Strandberg is pretty wild considering I think I actually prefer the Ibanez regardless of cost. Strandberg are great guitars but their price is hard for me to justify considering where/how they're made.
Ibanez = lots of options for your super strat, one of which is headless. Strandberg = pursuit of the modern guitar. HILS/eart = we can do that (minus neck profile) for half.
Are HILS and EART the same thing? I had an EART when were they were just blatant Strandberg ripoffs and I never should have gotten rid of it
Bea's Fuzz tone is everything I want! ❤
Ladies and gentlemen, the boss is back in town. Welcome back Rabea, it's a great pleasure to see you on this channel 👍
I’ve got three Strandbergs, and basically they’re all i play live. I have back issues and the flexibility of playing positions coupled with the lightweight is a no brainer. And they almost never go out of tune.
HILS Guitars guitars are great bang for the buck, got to play them a bit, and i still don't get how they can make such a good guitar for 399 😳i think Strandberg start at around 1k and Ibanez around 700 sooo HILS at this point if you're looking to venture into headless realm is a great deal and a hell of a guitar for the money.
PS: Love to see Rabea in Andertons videos again ❤🤘
I love Rabea! What a player! I'm also madly in love with his Neural DSP plugin. It sounds incredible
I play music man and strandberg, mostly play my strandberg these days. Light, easy to bend strings. Love it.
the headless bass guitar that Mark King used was made by Status. It was Steinberger and Status back in the day for headless
Definitely thumbs up on the Strandbergs. I picked up a 7-String Prog NX about 2 years ago, and just got a 6-String HSS Boden. They feel and sound excellent, and are super easy to travel with. When I bring the kids to sports practice, I bring one of the Strandbergs and a pair of Boss Waza headphones - perfect match to practice literally anywhere.
The pause was epic lol
I have an Ibanez quest, I like the shape better than strandberg. I sit "man-spread", left foot on a foot rest, tuners against the right thigh, so the guitar sits quite a bit lower than a strandberg, about the same height as when standing up. Perfect
I've been digging one of those, definitely on my list.
That is the point I think they missed on this, is it's the ergonomic shape of the Strandberg and the HILS that turns a lot of people off of those guitars, much in the way many people don't like a Warlock or any other crazy shape. I personally think the Ibanez is the best looking of the bunch, and I really like the feel as well, but I also have never played any of the others.
Only tiny regret right now, I got the black HH with slainted frets. I just imagined laser blue with green Dimarzios 😍
Let's be honest, that Boden Standard sounds way better than the others!
Definetly
Suhr pups, right? Great sounding set.
My favorite duo. The boys are back!
Great seeing you around Bea, How are you enjoying your Music man endorsement? I had a Boden and it is an amazing guitar, very comfortable to play in any position, very resonant and the pickups are killer. They are groundbreaking because it is the ONLY guitar built from zero with ergonomics in mind. The neck reflects this but you get used to it fast and it makes sense. I have not tried an Ibanez Q yet but I’m sure it is an amazing instrument. Ibanez is my favorite Asian brand by far and for a good reason.
Very timely video for me! I had promised to treat myself to a Strandberg for my birthday, but I gotta say I really like that Hils. Plus green is my favorite color and I don't have any green guitars.... Hmmmm...
the outro jam was beautiful.
HILS also have stainless steel frets. At that price!
Mine is coming tomorrow from Andertons \m/
That outro is a perfect song for the end of a roadtrip movie.
Haha when Rabea got the Ibanez in his hands, his face said everything. :D
I need to see a Legator guitar in there. I bought one of their 8-string's a year or so ago and it's been just a joy to pick up and play.
loved the vid guys soo good to see beer back again, terrif.
I love that the fanned fret on these leaves the bottom positions alone. You can actually fret an F chord without breaking your wrist. 😂
I'm really impressed with the HILS guitar. Especially for the price.
I have one of the Ibanez for travels. I would never play it unless I travel and want to take in flight cabin. It does the job to keep my fingers moving when needed so am happy.
i love my Ibanez Qx54... would love to try out a strandberg. Those Hils ones were pretty nice especially for the money
best headless guitars 🎸 on the market right now are Kiesel! hands down
Those HILS seem pretty interesting! Good to see Rabea and Pete together again.
I love the Ibanez. Super comfy and light and affordable. Great range of sounds. YMMV.
It was a lot of fun ! Thanks guys 👍👍👍
One thing that I never see mention is that these guitars are great for musicians who play at theaters in a pit with reduced space. A small body and many options in one package is a great deal.
The best thing about guitar is how tactile and responsive the instrument is.
I have this exact Ibanez model, and when I jam with, after a certain point I stop feeling the weight of it, I just focus on playing.
Whereas, a 8lbs (if you're lucky) Les Paul is something that, to me, always felt like it's a foreign object fighting for space with you. Some people may like it. I don't. I'm really glad headless guitars are becoming more popular. My back and neck even more so.
I'd love to see Rabea's thoughts on the ichi10 headless
Love Pete and Rabea together! More please.
the bodens are crafted in Indonesia too, if i'm not mistaken.
I really wish Gibson would bring back proper Steinbergers.
@Andertons can you do the same thing with Bea as you did with Chappers last visit? Make a boatload of videos to release slowly over the next bit of time. I particularly enjoy his this or that pedal videos because of his insight. But what about that but with guitars?? Blindfold and have 20 or so and see what he ultimately chooses on playability and sound alone. Would be epic!
I bought an ichi10 ibanez headless..absolutley converted. I have played and owned all the big name guitars over the years..this is my favourite by a long shot. I get the look is something to get used to..but in terms of playability and comfort absolutely nothing comes close
Rabea and Chappers back on in the last couple weeks? Cue The Blues Brothers quote, "We're gettin' the band back together, man!
The Strandberg guitars are fantastic...I love all of mine. I would love to try an Essential. I was initially skeptical about no multiscale, but every review I watch seems to not have a problem with the standard scale. For what you are getting on the Essential, I like the price given that I know the quality of the brand from the others I own.
The HILS is a nice budget choice, but I think the Ibanez is just not a good choice for what you are getting.
I own 2 strandbergs and love them to bits. I agree, if you're going to do headless, just get a strandberg tbh
Of all of them I miss this guy the most!
Hear me out Ibanez: Headless Voyager with the ergo-cut that Rabea wants!
No Steinbergers around then? I know they still make them. Strange not to include the granddaddy of headless.
The headless bit isn't what drew me in, it was the ergonomics of the Strandberg (and the Hils to a degree) but I'm really interested in trying the Strandberg neck.
After playing Strandbergs for a while I discovered the Zither Guitar Stands with a ukulele hook work to hold them up. This MIGHT be true for other floating stands specifically for ukulele assuming they're tall enough.
@rabeaafro is wearing a serious legendary band t-shirt 🤩
Andertons I have a request! Have hils make you a headless 6 string baritone guitar for you to carry.
I’ve been wanting a headless baritone forever and figured Strandberg would make one eventually but never have yet.
I can’t imagine why there are practically no headless baritones. I think the headless style would be perfect for baritones since it helps cut down on the total weight and length of the guitar.
28:10 😂😂😂😂😂editor gets a cookie for this edit
Anytime Bea is on I am listening.
YASS MR. RABEA IS BACK!
I see the same "mistake" everywhere. Use a right angle jack and you can easily sit it on your leg between the jack and the lower pin.
You must have little spaghetti legs.
Yes indeed. Headless fan here, currently have 5, and the right angle jack is essential unless you have ones with an inset angled jack so then even a straight jack isn’t a problem🎸🤘🏻
Steinberger is what headless guitars are for me.
That's all we had in the mid 00's
That little tuning moment and right back in at the start xD
28:07 was intense 😂
I have the Boden Standard(?) from a few years ago. I bought it (pre-pandemic) intending to use it as a travel guitar. The pickups were too "metallic" for me, so I swapped them out for Tom Anderson HF1/HF2 pickups. The one "gripe' I have about the guitar is that on a normal guitar you can pluck the string with your picking hand while turning the tuning pegs with your fretting hand. You can't do that with this guitar, which takes some getting used to.
The Strandberg string change tutorial shows that you should take the tuner all the way out. Idk why. Havent had mine long enough to need a string change yet
Unless they did a new one recently you are not supposed to. They showed what to do if you turn it all the way out. You want to aim for 1.5-2 turns on the tuner when you put the string in. If you see the threads taper you are about a quarter turn too close to th tuner coming off of the barrel.
Best gear channel. I think I've already commented that before.
Some nasty blues licks from Rabea. Nice!
(I've low-key wanted a Strandberg Salen Deluxe for years... EDIT: The Hils looks a great choice for an inexpensive travel guitar too.)
I’ve got a Eart headless, and it’s shaped very much like the Strandberg. Ash body, 5 piece wenge/padauk neck with rosewood fretboard. Stainless frets, and they are finished perfectly.
I had a Steinberger Spirit GU once upon a time, but sold it. That was a mistake.
It's insane what you can get for your money these days. 15 years ago I remember having to spend £700+ for something decent, those Hils Guitars look incredible for the price
That Strandberg tone from Rebea is cool as heck!
I'd be interested to see what rabea thinks of the ormsby goliath. Another good contender for the headless champions
I have an Ibanez Q and I also wish it had the contour to play in the classical position.
I used to own a kiesel Vader which was an awesome headless guitar. The only reason I sold it was because I’m a sucker for a headstock.
I have the Boden 7, and the Ibanez Q7, which my tech had the bridges recessed 3mm lower into the body (Crazy low action on it now; 1mm on low B, 0.8mm on high E, with no buzz), and they're both great! But the Ibby gets the palm for its weight!
Am I the only who has always had the opinion that if you play a headless guitar, you better be able to bring the heat? I’ve had this phobia that has kept from playing one because I always felt that people watching me perform would expect me to be able to play “God tier” style riffs that I can’t actually play.
Thank god that Rabea and Pete don’t have this problem! 😂
That's why I got the q54 in seafoam green. It's basically just a Strat lol
Mark King had a headless Status bass, with a graphite (carbon fibre) neck.
really good video thank you!
They look so small and fragile to me, but I really need to try one, because it would be awesome to sit on the couch, casually noodling away, and not worry about smacking my wife's favorite lamp with the headstock.
Status basses were the ones Mark King used... Graphite with lovely wood wings. also Steinberger basses (no body usually)
I thought Steinberger started this whole thing off in the 80's
Rabea got dem "I kickstart engines at the Boeing factory for a living" kinda legs
I own an Ibanez Q547 and it is very versatile guitar. I have the Jescar gold evo frets version, I think all new models have the stainless steel frets because Jescar discontinued the gold evo lineup. The price point and the hardware should be considered and not be ignored when comparing to other available brands. I did not reach the 2K usd to enjoy a 7 string guitar that feels and sounds premium (I paid around 1,100 usd).
I hate headless guitars but I love Rabea... I guess I must watch this all the way through
Best duo!!! Stellar playing
Purty... I liked the green sound. Meaty.
The older i get the more i appreciate my Headless, especially during extended practice. i play a Les Paul for 2 hours and my entire body aches afterward, getting old blows.
My QX52 arrived last week. I don't think I'll ever buy another headful(?) guitar ever again, this is far too superior both in terms of ergonomics and tuning stability.
Also I disagree with the hosts, I think it's super convenient in a classical position with tuners against my right leg.
I think you should really give Legator a shot. They are fairly priced for the quality you get and play real good. I got a ghost 7; sometime ago and I can't put it down.
I think the price of strandberg is difficult to justify. The Ibanez just doesn't do it for me. The HILS is quite a revelation, if they had a 7 strings, multiscale model I would definitely get one just because they are great value for money and looks pretty good indeed and you have to respect a company that commits to put out a product like that.
I think that a guitar doesn't have to cost as much as a second car to be playable and to have fun with it; because, let's say it...the price of these things have got to a stupid level.
Whatever you playing have fun and keep riffing!!
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"Bit like me but not here" lmao
Headless guitar is the ultimate protection against Gibson's suit😊