I must say a massive thanks to all who have added and shared their favourite guitar 🎸, I have come to realise when choosing your guitar is to first ask what you want from your guitar? Then, use your intuition and trust your own judgement and instincts to guide your decision ✨️ hopefully Happy days.
My favourite guitar is a Japanese made Les Paul from the Fujigen factory, an Orville 96. Along with a Daion - 81 Caribou, both japanese. They are amazing
If it sounded this good through pc speakers, I can only imagine what it sounded like in the room. What a beaut. Really nice playing too. The Westbury reminds me of the old Westones - they were brilliant guitars too.
Man, my first electric guitar was a Westbury Standard, burgundy coloured probably made in the same factory in Japan as yours, and what a fantastic guitar. It had the DiMarzio Pickups and it sounded fantastic and played really well. Unfortunately, a friend of mine borrowed it, and it was stolen. That must have been some 30 years ago. I want to if there are any lying around somewhere because I would like to buy one. Just to satisfy my nostalgia, I guess :) this particular guitar, you have there looks like a souped up version of the standard, probably has the same pick ups though. My favourite guitar might actually surprise some people. I have an Epiphone LP, and a Yamaha Revstar with P 90s, and one with humbuckers (fantastic guitars those Yamaha's), also, I have a Japanese made 1990 Ibanez JEM, and a "proper" Fender Strat and a Tele, but my favourite sounding guitar is not the fender telecaster, but our Tradition (Jerry Reid) Nashville Telecaster. Tradition what is an American company that had some interesting designs bilton traditional designs, obviously like the Tele and had these guitars built to the specifications overseas. My Telecaster was built by the Samik factory in South Korea. It sounds way better than the fender and has many usable sounds because essentially it has two splittable humbuckers and the traditional telecaster bridge pickup.
Love your stories. You are definitely a guitar fan. It's a shame about your stolen westbury, I have seen a few for sale on reverb and ebay. Once again thanks for your feedback 👍
I have three highly re-engineered acoustics and 7 parts-caster electric gurlz . My favorite is the one that matches my feelings at the time. From Contessa De Fees 12 string through Abby Normal goth.
My favourite guitar is my 1984 Squire Telecaster, I bought it from new and gigged it up until around 1994 but managed to keep it in very good condition. It came set up perfectly from the get go which was unheard of back then and still very rare today, it just plays silky smooth. When I bought it I had been saving up forever to buy a Fender Telecaster and had fully intended to buy the Fender when I went to the store but they all had issues and I was about to sack the idea when the salesman asked if if I wanted to try out the Squier, I had never even heard of Squier and so was very unsure and confused why a guitar made by a company owned by Fender and with the Fender name on the headstock would sell a better guitar cheaper, but once I had played it for a while I was sold But I still tried the Fender again just to be sure
I really like the black Gibson SG style guitars. I love the knob placement. I dunno about the neck strap placement but I've never actually owned one so it might grow on me. I've noticed that your Japanese version has humbuckers instead of the p90s. I gotta say I like that choice for rock music. Plus with the Japanese version, it's probably a lot cheaper than the American made Gibson which is normally $1600 American bucks.
I agree with you wholeheartedly. If someone wanted a quality instrument and couldn't afford say a Gibson or Fender or Prs, a good alternative is a guitar of bass from the Matsumoko factory, and will be more than satisfied with the Quality and player ability of the instruments. Yes, my guitar was well loved and looked after, I got lucky finding it. Thanks very much for your feedback, it's very much appreciated 👏
My favourite is my 1996, Mexican-made Telecaster. When the Westbury guitars came to the UK in the very late 70s/early 80s, they were notable as original designs that were both affordable and high quality. Prior to this, Japanese guitars were either expensive, or copies, of variable quality. Around the same time as the Westbury guitars (maybe a little later), Ibanez introduced the Blazer and Roadstar II models, which were fantastic.
Mr Lem, your guitar reminds me of an Alembic guitar. The carved body, controls, harmonica bridge, 5 piece neck and the almost 10 pound weight. Real nice review.
Thanks for the shoutout Lemuel and thanks for answering my question so thoroughly! Beautiful guitar, incredible tone. As always, I’m absolutely blown away by your improvisational skills. The brain power it takes to select just the right tone, notes, technique at just the right moment - without losing the pocket of the groove seems effortless for you! I’d hate to play Chess with you 😂! Have a great weekend mate 🍻
@@lem432 no problem. I’m not sure what it equates to once YT has taken its share but hopefully there’s enough left for a pack of strings… or a couple of beers!
Chewed up, dented frets, tremolo fulcrum post has pulled out of the body and I don't even have a arm installed. C shape neck too small and cramped for my large hands. Time for a wide thin neck. Already had a replacement for over a year, just had to graduate to it. I think I am worthy of it now. When I get some nickels and dimes saved up, I'll get it redone and give it to the grandkids. Small neck just is not cutting it, damaging my hand. Love the tone of the pickups in it. @@lem432
You’re an absolute gent Lem! My Original 60s series strat and I always hang out and play along with you in between the commentary. How’s the blues jr treating you? Been thinking of getting it as a daily go to for myself. Anything else for a similar price/dimensions you’d reccomend for that nice blue vintage sound? Cheers pal
Oh wow, awesome, regarding my fender blue junior,it's making some weird noises. I need to get it checked out, I would recommend a Vox ac10, it's small and lightweight ideal for home use, but more importantly, it will give you that blue tone . I will get one soon.
Hey lem.my humble outake on your channel.describe your style. And tones and play man.gitars are guitars.only the hand on it matters.whats in your pocket?
I must say a massive thanks to all who have added and shared their favourite guitar 🎸, I have come to realise when choosing your guitar is to first ask what you want from your guitar? Then, use your intuition and trust your own judgement and instincts to guide your decision ✨️ hopefully Happy days.
Looks well made, my favourite guitar is my 1981 Yamaha sg600 ebony.
Nice, I have always wanted an Sg2000.
My favourite guitar is a Japanese made Les Paul from the Fujigen factory, an Orville 96. Along with a Daion - 81 Caribou, both japanese. They are amazing
Oh wow, awesome guitars
I have an 81 Westbury Track4 bass with 2 P-style Di Marzio pickups. The body looks very similar style to this. It's a beautiful beast of bass.
Oh wow, that's awesome, westbury is a quality instruments, thanks for your feedback 👍
Beautiful Axe and playing. Be Blessed!
Thanks, you too! I appreciate your input and feedback.
If it sounded this good through pc speakers, I can only imagine what it sounded like in the room. What a beaut. Really nice playing too. The Westbury reminds me of the old Westones - they were brilliant guitars too.
Thank you very much!
Man, my first electric guitar was a Westbury Standard, burgundy coloured probably made in the same factory in Japan as yours, and what a fantastic guitar. It had the DiMarzio Pickups and it sounded fantastic and played really well. Unfortunately, a friend of mine borrowed it, and it was stolen. That must have been some 30 years ago. I want to if there are any lying around somewhere because I would like to buy one. Just to satisfy my nostalgia, I guess :) this particular guitar, you have there looks like a souped up version of the standard, probably has the same pick ups though.
My favourite guitar might actually surprise some people. I have an Epiphone LP, and a Yamaha Revstar with P 90s, and one with humbuckers (fantastic guitars those Yamaha's), also, I have a Japanese made 1990 Ibanez JEM, and a "proper" Fender Strat and a Tele, but my favourite sounding guitar is not the fender telecaster, but our Tradition (Jerry Reid) Nashville Telecaster.
Tradition what is an American company that had some interesting designs bilton traditional designs, obviously like the Tele and had these guitars built to the specifications overseas. My Telecaster was built by the Samik factory in South Korea. It sounds way better than the fender and has many usable sounds because essentially it has two splittable humbuckers and the traditional telecaster bridge pickup.
Love your stories. You are definitely a guitar fan. It's a shame about your stolen westbury, I have seen a few for sale on reverb and ebay. Once again thanks for your feedback 👍
thought to guitar soooooo good sooooo natural
Cheers 🍻 buddy 👍
Even on a smartphone, I can hear and see that's a beautiful guitar.
Brilliant, that good to hear 👏 👍
you are the real deal
Thanks buddy, much appreciated 👍
Excellent, you have just gave me the excuses I need why I have so many guitars, you know it makes sense.
Thanks for your input and feedback 👍
That is killer. Cool playin too.
Thank you very much 😊 buddy 👍
What a beautiful video. thank you for taking the time out of your day to showcase your guitar 🙏
Thank you very much! I appreciate your comment.
I have three highly re-engineered acoustics and 7 parts-caster electric gurlz .
My favorite is the one that matches my feelings at the time.
From Contessa De Fees 12 string through Abby Normal goth.
Awesome collection and thanks for your feedback
My favourite guitar is my 1984 Squire Telecaster, I bought it from new and gigged it up until around 1994 but managed to keep it in very good condition.
It came set up perfectly from the get go which was unheard of back then and still very rare today, it just plays silky smooth.
When I bought it I had been saving up forever to buy a Fender Telecaster and had fully intended to buy the Fender when I went to the store but they all had issues and I was about to sack the idea when the salesman asked if if I wanted to try out the Squier, I had never even heard of Squier and so was very unsure and confused why a guitar made by a company owned by Fender and with the Fender name on the headstock would sell a better guitar cheaper, but once I had played it for a while I was sold
But I still tried the Fender again just to be sure
Brilliant story thanks for the share, love it.
I really like the black Gibson SG style guitars. I love the knob placement. I dunno about the neck strap placement but I've never actually owned one so it might grow on me. I've noticed that your Japanese version has humbuckers instead of the p90s. I gotta say I like that choice for rock music. Plus with the Japanese version, it's probably a lot cheaper than the American made Gibson which is normally $1600 American bucks.
Cheers for that feedback, love it, thanks buddy 👍
Great playing Lemuel.
Much appreciated your feedback 🙏
Agreed!!! Killer Unique guitar and your playing is sublime! 🎸🌟❤️
Matsumoko guitars are just crazy good guitars, mostly under most people's radar though. This one looks like it's brand new
I agree with you wholeheartedly. If someone wanted a quality instrument and couldn't afford say a Gibson or Fender or Prs, a good alternative is a guitar of bass from the Matsumoko factory, and will be more than satisfied with the Quality and player ability of the instruments.
Yes, my guitar was well loved and looked after, I got lucky finding it.
Thanks very much for your feedback, it's very much appreciated 👏
My favourite is my 1996, Mexican-made Telecaster. When the Westbury guitars came to the UK in the very late 70s/early 80s, they were notable as original designs that were both affordable and high quality. Prior to this, Japanese guitars were either expensive, or copies, of variable quality. Around the same time as the Westbury guitars (maybe a little later), Ibanez introduced the Blazer and Roadstar II models, which were fantastic.
Wow, that's an impressive history lesson that took me back. Thanks for your feedback 👍
Nice axe Lem, and in stunning condition for its age 👌
Thanks 👍 much appreciated
What a beautiful guitar!
I think so too! Thank you.
Wow, what a beauty she is!
Why, thank you for your feedback 👍
My favorite guitar is... which I made myself for myself with everything I wanted! ;-)
Good choice! It's always wanted in a guitar 🎸 for you.
Cheers for your feedback.
sounds amazing , the out of phase is great. I collect weird 1970's-1980's guitars and they just loved adding cool electrical bits.
Very cool! Appreciate your feedback. Thanks
Man you're bringin the Luther Allison vibe big time !!
Thanks for your compliment
Mr Lem, your guitar reminds me of an Alembic guitar. The carved body, controls, harmonica bridge, 5 piece neck and the almost 10 pound weight. Real nice review.
Mr Lance, I thank you for your feedback and comments, it's much appreciated buddy 👍
Great playing & beautiful guitar!!!
Thanks a lot! Much appreciated.
Made by Unicord, the same company that produced Univox.
Yes. Spot on, thanks for your feedback
@@lem432 I have a '71 Univox Badazz. Silly name, nice guitar.
fellow blues jr user, love mine with my teles, that westbury is very cool, remember them back in the day
Thanks fellow blue jnr player for your feedback 👍
My favorite is my transparent red Parker P40. Hss pickup setup with piezo gives a lot of options
That's awesome 👌
Yep....super nice.!
Thank you! Cheers!
Thanks for the shoutout Lemuel and thanks for answering my question so thoroughly! Beautiful guitar, incredible tone. As always, I’m absolutely blown away by your improvisational skills. The brain power it takes to select just the right tone, notes, technique at just the right moment - without losing the pocket of the groove seems effortless for you! I’d hate to play Chess with you 😂! Have a great weekend mate 🍻
Thank you so much Thom you've a legend and inspiration. appreciate your input as always 👌 👍 🙏 💯 keep rocking.
I forgot to say thanks for your gift 🎁 I'm so grateful and humbled by your generousity 🎉❤
@@lem432 no problem. I’m not sure what it equates to once YT has taken its share but hopefully there’s enough left for a pack of strings… or a couple of beers!
My 08 Indonesia squier stratocaster, I had to retire this week.
Thanks for letting us know your favourite guitar 🎸 much appreciated.
What do mean you're retiring?
Chewed up, dented frets, tremolo fulcrum post has pulled out of the body and I don't even have a arm installed. C shape neck too small and cramped for my large hands. Time for a wide thin neck.
Already had a replacement for over a year, just had to graduate to it. I think I am worthy of it now.
When I get some nickels and dimes saved up, I'll get it redone and give it to the grandkids. Small neck just is not cutting it, damaging my hand. Love the tone of the pickups in it.
@@lem432
Oh wow, I don't know what to say apart from thanks for your feedback.
beautiful guitar and lovely tones, but maybe a bit heavy for me ... what's your lightest gutar ??
The Harley Benton 62 dd 7 pounds
You’re an absolute gent Lem! My Original 60s series strat and I always hang out and play along with you in between the commentary. How’s the blues jr treating you? Been thinking of getting it as a daily go to for myself. Anything else for a similar price/dimensions you’d reccomend for that nice blue vintage sound? Cheers pal
Oh wow, awesome, regarding my fender blue junior,it's making some weird noises. I need to get it checked out, I would recommend a Vox ac10, it's small and lightweight ideal for home use, but more importantly, it will give you that blue tone . I will get one soon.
@@lem432 Cheers pal… I’ll definitely check that one out as well and see what happens
Ahhh..... you're just a regular bloke....
That plays rather unique.
Cheers 🍻 buddy 👍
Hey lem.my humble outake on your channel.describe your style. And tones and play man.gitars are guitars.only the hand on it matters.whats in your pocket?
Yes indeed, thanks for your feedback.
Brother what you paid for the guitar you stole it.
😂 the employee at cash converters don't know the price of guitar. They 0:02 only go on eBay to get an idea. Cheers for your input 👍