back when hastings was still open. my grandma got me a 99$ spectrum red soloist. its hard to find the same one but i feel like its out their somewhere. but then again that was in 2010 so prob are better ones now
Indisputably an iconic guitar! But not often sought after for first-time buyers simply cuz it's in the mid tier price range. The Epiphone ES335 Traditional Pro is $449 so after getting amps, cable, stands, etc you'd be looking at $600+. From my personal experience working at GC that's breaking most ppl's budget for their very first gear. Don't ask why there's another guitar that doesn't fit the rest lmao
I share the same opinion as the person who commented before me. Bolt on vs neck-through is just construction difference. The only thing that could make it more "versatile" is the fact that you can swap the neck, if you want to. It makes no difference in terms of playing and sound. It does however, drive the guitar's price up cuz it requires a larger piece of wood to make.
@@BerryBuildingBlocks I know the solid neck is more traditional, but I struggled to find much difference in sound between the otherwise-matched PRS Guitars I had in hand a few weeks back. They both sounded more or less equally fabulous. All of my favs on the floor otherwise had bolt ons.
@ Yea I'm of the school of thought that in terms of solid body electric guitar, wood and construction have limited impact on the tone. Even if it does have detectable impact (which I doubt), the difference is so insignificant when you compare it to the difference made from changing your strings, pickups, electronic components, effects and amps. To be frank, if we must compare the tonal difference between tone wood and neck construction, I'd even say tone wood has more merit than bolt-on vs neck-thru lol At the end manufacturers need to market their guitars and features. "This guitar cost more because the wood is more expensive" ain't a very effective sales pitch you know lol "This guitar cost more because the wood is higher quality and produces better sound." Now you'll be more willing to spend $200 more for that deluxe model as suppose to the standard ;) Mr. Paul Reed Smith wouldn't let me see the light of day if he's in this conversation 🤣
You're absolutely right! I am not too familiar with the brand but have heard a lot of good reviews. I actually included D'Angelico in my script initially but cut it out after finding that they don't really make entry level electric guitars. As far as I can find, their lowest electric guitar starts at $699. If I'm missing something pls do let me know! :D
back when hastings was still open. my grandma got me a 99$ spectrum red soloist. its hard to find the same one but i feel like its out their somewhere. but then again that was in 2010 so prob are better ones now
Are you referring to Spectrum AIL 95RD? I actually have never heard of it but seems like a promising starter guitar!
Why don't I see a 335 in that thumbnail?
Indisputably an iconic guitar! But not often sought after for first-time buyers simply cuz it's in the mid tier price range. The Epiphone ES335 Traditional Pro is $449 so after getting amps, cable, stands, etc you'd be looking at $600+. From my personal experience working at GC that's breaking most ppl's budget for their very first gear.
Don't ask why there's another guitar that doesn't fit the rest lmao
@@BerryBuildingBlocks OMG THE TELE!!! SHIIIIIIIt...
Yamaha Pacifica 112 VM - Alder Body, Maple Neck & Fretboard, Alnico V HSS Pups, Good Quality Control and Craftsmanship.
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Yamaha is def a trusted brand many ppl go after!
Is a bolt on the best choice for versatility?
Doesn't make a difference.
I share the same opinion as the person who commented before me. Bolt on vs neck-through is just construction difference. The only thing that could make it more "versatile" is the fact that you can swap the neck, if you want to. It makes no difference in terms of playing and sound. It does however, drive the guitar's price up cuz it requires a larger piece of wood to make.
@@BerryBuildingBlocks I know the solid neck is more traditional, but I struggled to find much difference in sound between the otherwise-matched PRS Guitars I had in hand a few weeks back. They both sounded more or less equally fabulous. All of my favs on the floor otherwise had bolt ons.
@ Yea I'm of the school of thought that in terms of solid body electric guitar, wood and construction have limited impact on the tone.
Even if it does have detectable impact (which I doubt), the difference is so insignificant when you compare it to the difference made from changing your strings, pickups, electronic components, effects and amps.
To be frank, if we must compare the tonal difference between tone wood and neck construction, I'd even say tone wood has more merit than bolt-on vs neck-thru lol
At the end manufacturers need to market their guitars and features. "This guitar cost more because the wood is more expensive" ain't a very effective sales pitch you know lol "This guitar cost more because the wood is higher quality and produces better sound." Now you'll be more willing to spend $200 more for that deluxe model as suppose to the standard ;)
Mr. Paul Reed Smith wouldn't let me see the light of day if he's in this conversation 🤣
D'Angelico make fine guitars
You're absolutely right! I am not too familiar with the brand but have heard a lot of good reviews. I actually included D'Angelico in my script initially but cut it out after finding that they don't really make entry level electric guitars. As far as I can find, their lowest electric guitar starts at $699. If I'm missing something pls do let me know! :D