Same. I’ve played several guitars that were top-notch, but the Jem 7V remains the best guitar I’ve ever played, and it was also at a Guitar Center. Really wish I’d had the cash to snag it at that time before they were discontinued.
@ModalGroove I much prefer the aesthetics of the JEM, especially the monkey grip, it's actually useful for holding the guitar, the Pia cutouts are just for decoration.
Was looking for a review of that Jem and you video came up. Dave I watch you all the time but somehow I missed this one. You are a such great guy with huge personality. This performance was outstanding.
Bro I just got a Jem Jr and stumbled upon your channel looking for tuning tutorials, I'm subscribing because of how beautiful you play. It's absolutely heart melting...
I was sold on the fan instantly, ordered my new fan online....can't wait to get it in! Got a white fan like in the video.....with the white binding around the shroud. Amazing fan.....really.
I wonder if Dave realizes how many of his viewers probably get some of their warmest greetings in life from him, via a youtube channel. I always appreciate his enthusiastic hellos! :)
Man as much as I love all the melodic stuff and the JF-esque Simpson playing that also inspires me to play .... this is what really gets me going, your playing here and the doppelgänger Video are some of the stuff I appreciate on different level, it’s more up tempo and just energetic, 1000 times better than a red bull... you have it all in your locker dude ... you inspire me to aspire to another level... Full on Friday rocking ! Cheers Dave !
Just picked up an Ibanez RG4EX1 for CHEAP CHEAP. It had been just sitting in a corner or around somewhere neglected and forgotten about for who knows how long, strings were so tetanus it was frightening and the frets so tarnished. It's all cleaned up now and set up and i forgot what a pain the floating trems were to set up (haven't had one in since 88-89) but it is truly awesome. Seen the vid with the review you did of the Rev. Willy's #7's and decided to try them on it and absolutely love them.
The fan, hair in the wind blowing was hilarious and awesome!! The playing was spectacular!! That guitar sounds fantastic too!! The smile you had at the end was nice to see Dave. I think you have bonded with that one for sure!!
I'm only at the ten minute mark and this jam has already put a big smile on my face. Awesome, awesome stuff Dave. Love the chord changes in the backing track too, definitely a different flavor of gravy today! 🤘🤘🤘
Dave, as I have a love for Ibanez guitars it's great to see/hear what they are capable of in your hands. Thanks for the video. Hope to see much more with this guitar.
Dave, You are out of this world Brother. The Jam You did was Mind blowing. Have a Great Friday and get that rest. it always feels better when You are energized. Have a Great Weekend too. God Bless You and All Your Family. Thank You for sharing Your Amazing Playing with us All.
i've been binge watching vai, satriani, Prince, and tolsin abasi guitar compilations and happen to come across this video. Bro you are sick! so happy i didn't skip this video.
Son, I've been watching your videos for a while now. This is your best work Young Sir. The Musical Composition you put together...that was very impressive, and well thought out. And even if it wasn't..it sounded like it. I've been playing since 86' at 12 years old...it's hard to impress me. That performance...well done Brother, well done*
Hey there Dave I just bought this guitar for $399.00 at Guitar Center today. It came with a hard shell case and DiMarzio DP 158FW G humbuckers neck and bridge. I've always wanted to own the jem and I finally have one. It feels great in the hands super light thin neck and a beautiful sound. Dude that guitar is you man I love your playing.
Ummmm.... Wow. That is all really. Dave, you looked SO happy playing that Jem and I gotta say, the windblown look makes me (as a baldy) jealous as hell. Completely different side to you than we're used to seeing on here. Loved it.
Superb playing Dave. I hope someone gets this vid to Mr Vai so he can book you on the next G3 jaunt as and when this malarkey (finally) runs out of steam. The G3 crowd would LOVE you doing this stuff every night.
Sooo glad I have found your channel. Just keep on picking vids and your playing is just what the ears ordered. Have a good weekend, thanks for starting mine so well. :)
I thought I was going to replace my trem on my jem jr, but honestly it's holding up really nice, tuners as well. Great guitar, glad I bought it. A year in now of owning it and it still great.✌
I had one for a few months, a couple of years ago, sold it as I couldn't be bothered with fine tuning the Floyd ... still regretting it, the neck was simply amazing. Note to self not to give up that easily on a guitar in the future! 😅 Totally love your playing and say hello to your n.1 fan 🤣
Almost bought one and 15 years ago I would of, but I'm too old for such a flashy 80s color 😆. I just cant do the flashy stuff anymore, I like my gear plain now. I play a chocolate brown satin gibson sgj from 2013 now. Thats how boring ive gotten with age 😆
@@misterknightowlandco Hey man , have always loved the colours , brought up in the 70s glam rock years, never left me , I'm looking at the yellow or pink jem jnr, im 61 in 3 weeks and I thought why not we all need a bit of colour in our lives , especially this year !! Anyway keep the faith and keep safe 🎸👍😎
Hey Dave! I love your videos! Keep it up! I'm glad you filmed this. You've inspired me to pick up a squier classic vibe 60s strat, and that alone has inspired me to play more! So thank you!
SNAP! I own one of these too and can confirm it's a fantastic guitar! Bit fiddly with the floyd if you're not used to setting them up. But if a clumsy idiot like me can manage it then anyone can. Love the pick-ups in the Jem Jr. Particularly with the option for single coil tones on the five way selector. So many tonal opportunities just on the guitar itself. If you're that kinda player who likes to roll down the volume for cleans etc, this guitar does that and more. Plays great, sounds great, looks great. Total package. Looking forward to hearing it more in your hands. Rock on Dave! ✌
Killer jam! Had to put the cans on and turn it up to 11! First time viewer and instant subscriber. It should be law that you have to pull out a fan whilst playing any Steve via axe! I really want that feeling of being able to play my emotions on the guitar..........
I've got a mid range RG Ibanez and the tonal range is amazing. I also love the 'wizard' neck, but it takes a little getting used to. Awesome video, Dave. Thank you. :)
Lol love the way the fan is making your hair blow in the wind, not corny at all, even if it was a close up in slow motion still wouldn't be corny. Awesome playing. And looks a lot of fun. You're the man Dave!
I love your ambient stuff Dave! 24 mins (ish) in! I'm hoping to learn to play things like that soon 😀 thank you for your musical gifts of boundless emotion and joy 😀
After watching and listening carefully to this video, I think that the sound of this guitar might be between (it is a very personal opinion though) a Stratocaster and a Gibson, fatter than a Strat thinner than a Gibson...and I am very impressed by its clean sound... A-ma-zing, yes, indeed. The bridge and nut with that system, by Floyd Rose, has always been very popular (especially at the beginning of the 90's) but in my experience, I helped just once a friend change the strings of his guitar, it took me ages and, in few words, I wouldn't like to repeat it (different folks... different strokes)... The one and only thing missing from this video (to make this superb performance an unbelieveble and surrealistic experience) is ... (Oh gosh... I don't know if I should say it, O.K. let's go) Is that, after the whole performance, at the end of the video, the cam focused on the Count Orlok (the poster hanging on the wall) and this character came to life and said (with a strong cockney accent): -"Hey dudes, what'cha're looking at??? I'm like you... Scared to death!!!" But apart from that, grrreat guitar and magnificent performance... In fact, It is... Thumbs up...
Dave wow. i am a huge Vai fanboi and absolutely loved your fair and honest review of an iconic sig guitar - massively excellent job playing (as always)!🤘🖤😎🔥 cheers!
Agreed! This was one of Dave’s finest performances IMO, and that’s saying a lot. Would love to see him feature this guitar more. There seems to be a very special connection with it.
Your playing style reminds me a lot the Scorpions album Fly to the Rainbow. Do you like or know the Scorpions albuns from the Uli Jon Roth era? I really like! Cheers from Portugal 🍺🤘
Love your playing as always and I'm glad you have a new guitar you love, but personally I can't do flashy floyd guitars. It's the looks not the sound of it, plus floyds are a pain in the ass even when they work 😆 great video as always 🍻
Man I would love to hear you play this guitar today in 2023 with better recording quality than this video had. Maybe with some better pickups in the guitar as well, perhaps something like a Dimarzio Super Distortion in the Bridge and a Seymour Duncan Jazz SH-2N, a PAF-PRO or Sentient in the neck. That would truly make my day or even month :) I am buying this guitar and adding some of those pickups to it I have not really decided yet which ones would suit best. I am going to play a lot of Maiden on it that's for sure. This guitar right now in Europe is under 500€, I really can not think of a better versatile guitar for that cheap, so I will have money left over for better pickups and locking tuners if it even needs it. Also a black pickguard on a white guitar is a must and the pickups will the zebra black & white color. Looking forward to playing this beast after watching this video!
@Dave Simpson If you were to compare the Ibanez Edge locking tremolo on this guitar to a Floyd Rose Special (the imported cheapest Floyd Rose) Would you say the Ibanez one is better quality and does it hold the tuning better ? I have heard a lot of negative about the Floyd Rose Special not always holding its tuning and that people have to adjust that tremolo even after just one long playing session. How have the Ibanez system treated you ? Do you need to adjust it a lot and intonate the guitar often after playing and using it a lot like in this video ?
Absolutely gorgeous guitar. Every time I watch one of your videos I'm blown away. You inspire me so much to keep on learning when my fingers are cramping from trying to contort them into a G chord lol. Thank you so much :)
I'm an old guy. I remember years ago Ibanez was entry level. Today they are a respected brand. Kudos. BTW, I just bought that guitar- not to play, as I'm guessing it would take years to learn to play as good as you, but I'm going to put it on my wall cause I just think it looks good and I'm a fan of Vai. But if you could answer a question. When I get my guitar, how many hours of practice do you think it would take to learn how to play somewhat decent. Who knows, might give it a shot, but my guess is a few years... and by then I'll be hanging out with Warren Zevon.
Dave Rocking out makes me happy , dave channeling John makes me happy , Dave "Gilmour" Simpson makes me happy!!! Dave you LEDGEND , peace , love and RIFFS !!!
Thanks for the awesome review. You make her sing so well dude! You have given me confidence in my new purchase! I think I need to adjust the neck on mine as I'm hearing some buzzing from the fret board, but other than that it sounds beautiful. Those Quantum pick ups are fantastic! 🤘🤘 Keep on rocking!
Thought I Was? But I Guess New Subscriber? From Burbank, Ca, 🙄 Been Watching A Long Time. Love The Andertons Vid & Wow Your Playing Keeps Getting Better.😁 Awesome New Guitfiddle. I Want One. I Got The RG7321 7 Stringer for $500 So I Wont Cry To Hard? 😥 But One Day? Keep Up The Awesomeness. 😁
That was insane, is there NO style you can't play? We shall catch you out one day lol. After your basic run down of this guitar I'm going to get one....Are the pups and trem good to go? I like Satriani more than Vai, but know this would do the job. Not that I wouldn't learn for the love of God....that's a given. I've seen these on the wall of my music shop.....but didn't realise how good the pups would sound :)
One of these days you'll find a guitar that doesn't make you say "I love it"... I'll start working on that 1st thing tomorrow. Well, 3rd thing, there's some unavoidable stuff to get through of a morning...
Hey Dave, got a chance to listen last night, I always save videos for later watching, really enjoyed watching you play. You are truly an engineer of the many facets of your chosen craft in life. Watching you express yourself reminds me of an old movie with Christopher Walken and Natalie Wood ... Brainstorm 1981. In the film, there's a machine which can record brainwaves so that others can experience them. Natalie Wood puts a recorder unit on and deftly plays a JS Bach (or Mozart) piano piece while her husband Christopher Walken experiences her brainwaves. He is apparently exhilarated and then says "I've always wanted to know what it was like to play like that". In an odd way, watching you play is like that... because you are enjoying it so much, there seems no pretension, one can almost feel the "brainwaves". It's possible Charlie as well as many other lifemates are smiling as you play. Enjoy life! :-) Sorry for the ramble, John
Some SERIOUS 80's & 90's Steve Via / Joe Satriani style licks, tricks and "BOOMER BENDS" ! This is monster musicianship! Period. Are you using effects or is that basically direct into the amp? If so, let's see the "rig rundown" on this AMAZING TONE, please!
I saw Vai on a G3 tour, was sitting I the front row right in front of him and he had 2 of the biggest fans sitting either side of his pedal board, on maximum. It was ridiculous.
@@Forest_Fifer So I’ve heard him talk about it before in a gear review. It’s to keep his hair out of his face and keep him cool during his gigs. He said the fact that it gave him his “stage look” was a cool and surprising side effect.
I`ve got the 2017 florescent pink one as it looks rather like the legendary rare 777VSK once you put bright yellow knobs and a pink switch tip on - I`m amazed at how close it gets to the expensive (also indonesian) Premiums in build and playability - the cheap bridge is the weak point (it`ll wear out fast) but an Orig Floyd rose or Ibanez Edge will drop straight in ..
I've wanted one of those forever, Keep hold of that dave amazing guitar and i think Ibanez make the best necks in the world they are really fast and smooth and refined. Amazing Guitar Dave that has to be a keeper. can you remember me talking about the jem some time ago?
I've been into Steve's music a lot lately and I'm learning Sweet surrender. I don't have a guitar with Floyd Rose, my next guitar will have one, probably I'll look for one of these.
My mate just scored one of these for £235 in our local " smack generator" store,sent him this video,this is a guitar for " his" playing style, as a side note lots of players with arthritis find these guitars can extend playing years,,,,,old age doesnt come alone x
Dave, I am about to pull the trigger on a Jem myself in part because of your love for them. However, I've never restrung a Floyd style bridge let alone tried to intonate one. Any chance you can do a video for people like me on how to string and intonate this style bridge?
You got me curious, if I have the opportunity I'll try one though it seems around there are only non JR versions. You know if the feel is significantly different with the big sister version?
Hey Dave, speaking of Jem related subjects; have you seen Steve Vai's new technique that he calls "joint shifting"? I wonder what your take is on that? I've seen him play with Zappa play Zappa twice. Once was a bit uninspired & the other time my jaw was unhinged. Also how do you like the think profile on those Jem? My hand would be exhausted playing all day as you had
"What made you smile today?"
Cut to Dave bringing out and happily pointing at his fan.
I played the higher end Ibanez Jem once at Guitar Center over 10 years ago. It's still the nicest feeling guitar I've ever held.
Same. I’ve played several guitars that were top-notch, but the Jem 7V remains the best guitar I’ve ever played, and it was also at a Guitar Center. Really wish I’d had the cash to snag it at that time before they were discontinued.
save money and buy a Pia, you won't regret it
@ModalGroove I much prefer the aesthetics of the JEM, especially the monkey grip, it's actually useful for holding the guitar, the Pia cutouts are just for decoration.
I died when you pulled the fan out 😂 You played like an animal there, must be so fun to be able to play that well and freely 🙌🎸🎶
I do believe that’s his #1 fan
All Hail The Gravy Lord, a clear example of how to play with fire and not get burnt!!!!!!!
Was looking for a review of that Jem and you video came up. Dave I watch you all the time but somehow I missed this one. You are a such great guy with huge personality. This performance was outstanding.
Bro I just got a Jem Jr and stumbled upon your channel looking for tuning tutorials, I'm subscribing because of how beautiful you play. It's absolutely heart melting...
If you still have it and find the knife edges wore out cuz the Ibanez trem is butt, buy a Gotoh GE1996t. It’s a direct drop in and is leagues better
I was sold on the fan instantly, ordered my new fan online....can't wait to get it in! Got a white fan like in the video.....with the white binding around the shroud. Amazing fan.....really.
I am feeling grand and all is well in my world! I hope the same is true for you, Dave!
I wonder if Dave realizes how many of his viewers probably get some of their warmest greetings in life from him, via a youtube channel. I always appreciate his enthusiastic hellos! :)
@@400_billion_suns Right?! I never thought about it that way!
Love this guy. Hell of a player and hell of a personality. Very charismatic. Gives honest opinions about gear and not a gear snob like some channels.
Man as much as I love all the melodic stuff and the JF-esque Simpson playing that also inspires me to play .... this is what really gets me going, your playing here and the doppelgänger Video are some of the stuff I appreciate on different level, it’s more up tempo and just energetic, 1000 times better than a red bull... you have it all in your locker dude ... you inspire me to aspire to another level... Full on Friday rocking ! Cheers Dave !
Just picked up an Ibanez RG4EX1 for CHEAP CHEAP. It had been just sitting in a corner or around somewhere neglected and forgotten about for who knows how long, strings were so tetanus it was frightening and the frets so tarnished. It's all cleaned up now and set up and i forgot what a pain the floating trems were to set up (haven't had one in since 88-89) but it is truly awesome. Seen the vid with the review you did of the Rev. Willy's #7's and decided to try them on it and absolutely love them.
The fan, hair in the wind blowing was hilarious and awesome!! The playing was spectacular!! That guitar sounds fantastic too!! The smile you had at the end was nice to see Dave. I think you have bonded with that one for sure!!
I'm only at the ten minute mark and this jam has already put a big smile on my face. Awesome, awesome stuff Dave. Love the chord changes in the backing track too, definitely a different flavor of gravy today! 🤘🤘🤘
Dave, as I have a love for Ibanez guitars it's great to see/hear what they are capable of in your hands. Thanks for the video. Hope to see much more with this guitar.
This man makes any guitar sound like $5000
Man the fan was such a great idea, so 1980s rock vid, love it. You also made me wanna buy one of those, Ibanez sould be paying u : )
Dave, You are out of this world Brother. The Jam You did was Mind blowing. Have a Great Friday and get that rest. it always feels better when You are energized. Have a Great Weekend too. God Bless You and All Your Family. Thank You for sharing Your Amazing Playing with us All.
i've been binge watching vai, satriani, Prince, and tolsin abasi guitar compilations and happen to come across this video. Bro you are sick! so happy i didn't skip this video.
Son, I've been watching your videos for a while now.
This is your best work Young Sir. The Musical Composition you put together...that was very impressive, and well thought out. And even if it wasn't..it sounded like it.
I've been playing since 86' at 12 years old...it's hard to impress me. That performance...well done Brother, well done*
Hey there Dave I just bought this guitar for $399.00 at Guitar Center today. It came with a hard shell case and DiMarzio DP 158FW
G humbuckers neck and bridge. I've always wanted to own the jem and I finally have one. It feels great in the hands super light thin neck and a beautiful sound. Dude that guitar is you man I love your playing.
Ummmm.... Wow. That is all really.
Dave, you looked SO happy playing that Jem and I gotta say, the windblown look makes me (as a baldy) jealous as hell. Completely different side to you than we're used to seeing on here. Loved it.
Superb playing Dave. I hope someone gets this vid to Mr Vai so he can book you on the next G3 jaunt as and when this malarkey (finally) runs out of steam. The G3 crowd would LOVE you doing this stuff every night.
Sooo glad I have found your channel. Just keep on picking vids and your playing is just what the ears ordered. Have a good weekend, thanks for starting mine so well. :)
Well, 12 minutes and 51 seconds in I got the "number one fan" thing. Taxi !
Shred isn't my thing or steve vai but your playing was amazing Dave.
I thought I was going to replace my trem on my jem jr, but honestly it's holding up really nice, tuners as well.
Great guitar, glad I bought it. A year in now of owning it and it still great.✌
@Hira of your using it for every day jam at home....No. but if you play live and want to use it I would
Awesome! First time I'm this early for a video. Love you Dave! :)
When the gravy hits the fan,sorry had to say it.
I had one for a few months, a couple of years ago, sold it as I couldn't be bothered with fine tuning the Floyd ... still regretting it, the neck was simply amazing. Note to self not to give up that easily on a guitar in the future! 😅
Totally love your playing and say hello to your n.1 fan 🤣
I've been wanting the hot pink Jem Jr. Because reasons. 😂
Almost bought one and 15 years ago I would of, but I'm too old for such a flashy 80s color 😆. I just cant do the flashy stuff anymore, I like my gear plain now. I play a chocolate brown satin gibson sgj from 2013 now. Thats how boring ive gotten with age 😆
..reasons. 🤣🤣
@@misterknightowlandco Hey man , have always loved the colours , brought up in the 70s glam rock years, never left me , I'm looking at the yellow or pink jem jnr, im 61 in 3 weeks and I thought why not we all need a bit of colour in our lives , especially this year !! Anyway keep the faith and keep safe 🎸👍😎
LOVE FROM INDIA I have been an ibanez guy from the start thanks for revisiting
Hey Dave! I love your videos! Keep it up! I'm glad you filmed this. You've inspired me to pick up a squier classic vibe 60s strat, and that alone has inspired me to play more! So thank you!
In the masters hands.....I enjoyed that very much! Love the growly thing with the vibrato..
SNAP! I own one of these too and can confirm it's a fantastic guitar! Bit fiddly with the floyd if you're not used to setting them up. But if a clumsy idiot like me can manage it then anyone can. Love the pick-ups in the Jem Jr. Particularly with the option for single coil tones on the five way selector. So many tonal opportunities just on the guitar itself. If you're that kinda player who likes to roll down the volume for cleans etc, this guitar does that and more. Plays great, sounds great, looks great. Total package. Looking forward to hearing it more in your hands. Rock on Dave! ✌
With you on the clean tones, much underrated,
Killer jam! Had to put the cans on and turn it up to 11! First time viewer and instant subscriber. It should be law that you have to pull out a fan whilst playing any Steve via axe! I really want that feeling of being able to play my emotions on the guitar..........
WOW!!!!!!!!
Gr8 playing Dave... Goes to show the inspiration we can gain from that new axe... Loved the clean / crunchy playing with delay in the middle bit....😁
I've got a mid range RG Ibanez and the tonal range is amazing. I also love the 'wizard' neck, but it takes a little getting used to. Awesome video, Dave. Thank you. :)
Lol love the way the fan is making your hair blow in the wind, not corny at all, even if it was a close up in slow motion still wouldn't be corny. Awesome playing. And looks a lot of fun. You're the man Dave!
I am seriously thinking of getting this. My oldest guitar I have is an RG with a pair of v7 pickups. Plays so good.
Fantastic Dave, love how you always have great melodies in your playing, thank you Sir Jeff in LA USA
I love your ambient stuff Dave! 24 mins (ish) in! I'm hoping to learn to play things like that soon 😀 thank you for your musical gifts of boundless emotion and joy 😀
Clarity of JEM: Lite and RG: Dark tones ✌️🙌👍keep rocking there
I love how guitars change the way we all play I might want a jem now never thought I would say that !!!! Thanks bro
As Steve Vai said " my number one fan " . Great to see you give it a bit of 80 's shredding. Awesome ;)
Dude, once in a while I come here.... and when I leave, I feel eighty million times better 😁
After watching and listening carefully to this video, I think that the sound of this guitar might be between (it is a very personal opinion though) a Stratocaster and a Gibson, fatter than a Strat thinner than a Gibson...and I am very impressed by its clean sound... A-ma-zing, yes, indeed.
The bridge and nut with that system, by Floyd Rose, has always been very popular (especially at the beginning of the 90's) but in my experience, I helped just once a friend change the strings of his guitar, it took me ages and, in few words, I wouldn't like to repeat it (different folks... different strokes)...
The one and only thing missing from this video (to make this superb performance an unbelieveble and surrealistic experience) is ... (Oh gosh... I don't know if I should say it, O.K. let's go) Is that, after the whole performance, at the end of the video, the cam focused on the Count Orlok (the poster hanging on the wall) and this character came to life and said (with a strong cockney accent): -"Hey dudes, what'cha're looking at??? I'm like you... Scared to death!!!" But apart from that, grrreat guitar and magnificent performance... In fact, It is... Thumbs up...
Dave wow. i am a huge Vai fanboi and absolutely loved your fair and honest review of an iconic sig guitar - massively excellent job playing (as always)!🤘🖤😎🔥 cheers!
I know you are an amazing guitarist with a strat but man you are a king with that guitar.
Agreed! This was one of Dave’s finest performances IMO, and that’s saying a lot. Would love to see him feature this guitar more. There seems to be a very special connection with it.
That was magnificent. I’m so inspired to play my jem jr thanks to you! Cheers 🍻
Fantastic playing and performance Dave 🎸🎸🎸
This will be my 5th guitar anniversary treat! Thanks for the review Dave!!
im waiting to get one for my 10th guitar anniversary :)
Bloody hell Mr S, that was a magnificent jam! 🎸🔥👍
Your playing style reminds me a lot the Scorpions album Fly to the Rainbow.
Do you like or know the Scorpions albuns from the Uli Jon Roth era? I really like!
Cheers from Portugal 🍺🤘
I just picked up a used JEM Jr. in pink, I love it! It looks so cool with my RGs!
Love your playing as always and I'm glad you have a new guitar you love, but personally I can't do flashy floyd guitars. It's the looks not the sound of it, plus floyds are a pain in the ass even when they work 😆 great video as always 🍻
This video rocked man, thanks for taking the time to make a recent video about this guitar! Keep making cool stuff
Man I would love to hear you play this guitar today in 2023 with better recording quality than this video had. Maybe with some better pickups in the guitar as well, perhaps something like a Dimarzio Super Distortion in the Bridge and a Seymour Duncan Jazz SH-2N, a PAF-PRO or Sentient in the neck.
That would truly make my day or even month :)
I am buying this guitar and adding some of those pickups to it I have not really decided yet which ones would suit best. I am going to play a lot of Maiden on it that's for sure.
This guitar right now in Europe is under 500€, I really can not think of a better versatile guitar for that cheap, so I will have money left over for better pickups and locking tuners if it even needs it. Also a black pickguard on a white guitar is a must and the pickups will the zebra black & white color. Looking forward to playing this beast after watching this video!
@Dave Simpson If you were to compare the Ibanez Edge locking tremolo on this guitar to a Floyd Rose Special (the imported cheapest Floyd Rose)
Would you say the Ibanez one is better quality and does it hold the tuning better ?
I have heard a lot of negative about the Floyd Rose Special not always holding its tuning and that people have to adjust that tremolo even after just one long playing session. How have the Ibanez system treated you ? Do you need to adjust it a lot and intonate the guitar often after playing and using it a lot like in this video ?
Amazing Red Dwarf hoody Dave. Great video as always. You are a pillar for the mental health community
Absolutely gorgeous guitar. Every time I watch one of your videos I'm blown away. You inspire me so much to keep on learning when my fingers are cramping from trying to contort them into a G chord lol. Thank you so much :)
I'm an old guy. I remember years ago Ibanez was entry level. Today they are a respected brand. Kudos. BTW, I just bought that guitar- not to play, as I'm guessing it would take years to learn to play as good as you, but I'm going to put it on my wall cause I just think it looks good and I'm a fan of Vai. But if you could answer a question. When I get my guitar, how many hours of practice do you think it would take to learn how to play somewhat decent. Who knows, might give it a shot, but my guess is a few years... and by then I'll be hanging out with Warren Zevon.
that was some of the finest shredding i have heared in a while after you stepped on that wah at 11:54
nice enough, and i'ma sure, that the joint you smoked before recording must have been a nice big one ;-) Well played mate ;-)
Dave you're my truly guitar hero
im totally bald,even my hair started to waft in the wind when dave played lol.......................................................dougie
Dave Rocking out makes me happy , dave channeling John makes me happy , Dave "Gilmour" Simpson makes me happy!!! Dave you LEDGEND , peace , love and RIFFS !!!
didn't want that to end. truly wow.
Thanks for the awesome review. You make her sing so well dude! You have given me confidence in my new purchase! I think I need to adjust the neck on mine as I'm hearing some buzzing from the fret board, but other than that it sounds beautiful. Those Quantum pick ups are fantastic! 🤘🤘 Keep on rocking!
Hi Dave which country is the one you bought made in. Minor detail, would be great to know. Great video (and playing) as always, thanks!
Thought I Was? But I Guess New Subscriber? From Burbank, Ca, 🙄 Been Watching A Long Time. Love The Andertons Vid & Wow Your Playing Keeps Getting Better.😁 Awesome New Guitfiddle. I Want One. I Got The RG7321 7 Stringer for $500 So I Wont Cry To Hard? 😥 But One Day? Keep Up The Awesomeness. 😁
brilliant guitar I have one and it is superb. Thanks for your superb playing and review.
That was insane, is there NO style you can't play? We shall catch you out one day lol. After your basic run down of this guitar I'm going to get one....Are the pups and trem good to go? I like Satriani more than Vai, but know this would do the job. Not that I wouldn't learn for the love of God....that's a given. I've seen these on the wall of my music shop.....but didn't realise how good the pups would sound :)
Loved your playing Dave that was inspirational 👏
Fuck dude I love your passion for the guitars. That fan added the turbo power to the shred
Wow, double wow wow….awesome jams. Love it❤
What can I say but absolutely outstanding mate.
One of these days you'll find a guitar that doesn't make you say "I love it"... I'll start working on that 1st thing tomorrow. Well, 3rd thing, there's some unavoidable stuff to get through of a morning...
Hey Dave, got a chance to listen last night, I always save videos for later watching, really enjoyed watching you play. You are truly an engineer of the many facets of your chosen craft in life. Watching you express yourself reminds me of an old movie with Christopher Walken and Natalie Wood ... Brainstorm 1981. In the film, there's a machine which can record brainwaves so that others can experience them. Natalie Wood puts a recorder unit on and deftly plays a JS Bach (or Mozart) piano piece while her husband Christopher Walken experiences her brainwaves. He is apparently exhilarated and then says "I've always wanted to know what it was like to play like that". In an odd way, watching you play is like that... because you are enjoying it so much, there seems no pretension, one can almost feel the "brainwaves". It's possible Charlie as well as many other lifemates are smiling as you play. Enjoy life! :-) Sorry for the ramble, John
Aside from that Dave wonderful playing no wonder you're exhausted,i'm exhausted watching and listening to this amazing performance
Great action scene with the fan blowing your hair like Lemmy.
Some SERIOUS 80's & 90's Steve Via / Joe Satriani style licks, tricks and "BOOMER BENDS" ! This is monster musicianship! Period.
Are you using effects or is that basically direct into the amp? If so, let's see the "rig rundown" on this AMAZING TONE, please!
"I'm not a huge Vai fan" says a guy who then rips out a guitar solo on a Jen as a fan billows his hair out.
..the Passion...the War
I saw Vai on a G3 tour, was sitting I the front row right in front of him and he had 2 of the biggest fans sitting either side of his pedal board, on maximum. It was ridiculous.
@@Forest_Fifer So I’ve heard him talk about it before in a gear review. It’s to keep his hair out of his face and keep him cool during his gigs. He said the fact that it gave him his “stage look” was a cool and surprising side effect.
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Awesome the way your hair moves, looks good. I know Yngwie Malmsteen is a good guitarist but you are just as good Dave.👈 Greetings Hannie 😜❤🤘🎸🎶
I`ve got the 2017 florescent pink one as it looks rather like the legendary rare 777VSK once you put bright yellow knobs and a pink switch tip on - I`m amazed at how close it gets to the expensive (also indonesian) Premiums in build and playability - the cheap bridge is the weak point (it`ll wear out fast) but an Orig Floyd rose or Ibanez Edge will drop straight in ..
I've wanted one of those forever, Keep hold of that dave amazing guitar and i think Ibanez make the best necks in the world they are really fast and smooth and refined. Amazing Guitar Dave that has to be a keeper. can you remember me talking about the jem some time ago?
I've been into Steve's music a lot lately and I'm learning Sweet surrender. I don't have a guitar with Floyd Rose, my next guitar will have one, probably I'll look for one of these.
Perfect combination a jem guitar and a jem of a guitar player.... I am a fan🍻👍
Dave turning his "Vai switch" full on! Very ...(;-)))))))))))
Thank you so much for sharing.
My mate just scored one of these for £235 in our local " smack generator" store,sent him this video,this is a guitar for " his" playing style, as a side note lots of players with arthritis find these guitars can extend playing years,,,,,old age doesnt come alone x
Enjoyed the video very much, well done. Thanks for sharing
Dave, I am about to pull the trigger on a Jem myself in part because of your love for them. However, I've never restrung a Floyd style bridge let alone tried to intonate one. Any chance you can do a video for people like me on how to string and intonate this style bridge?
I'll try yeps. Its not difficult but does take a little longer.
Great playing Dave, You are up there with them.
...wow man...excelent guitar,, , and master playing, espectacular video.
That was something else Dave!! 👏🎸 absolutely top notch (now diving onto Facebook marketplace to hunt one of these down) 👍😄
Heavenly playing Dave! Really blew me away, you are a God among men
You got me curious, if I have the opportunity I'll try one though it seems around there are only non JR versions. You know if the feel is significantly different with the big sister version?
Only a little different.
The tree of Life grew on me! love it Dave!
Now that I have reattatched my lower jaw, that was brilliant. I'm pretty sure you figured out how that JEM works. Cheers from Texas. 🤠
OMG! The tone... The playing... SUH-WEET!!
Dave the born again 80s rock guitar hero ☺
Hey Dave, speaking of Jem related subjects; have you seen Steve Vai's new technique that he calls "joint shifting"? I wonder what your take is on that? I've seen him play with Zappa play Zappa twice. Once was a bit uninspired & the other time my jaw was unhinged. Also how do you like the think profile on those Jem? My hand would be exhausted playing all day as you had
always enjoy your guitar music!. Thanks for sharing brother.