Worked as stage assistant for him in 2007 and it was one of the best days in my life. He is a real professional and a very kind person. Forget the ego bullshit, he is a perfectionist. As soon as things are in the way he needs for his show, he becomes a very gentle giant. And damn, he is tall.
I´m listening to him all my life and I so appreciate that he stayed true to himself. He is a real artist , creating his own genre with a passion that is combined with a major talent and a gazillion hours of practicing. He will never be surpassed. BR from Germany Tobias
Only person who deserves a signature is someone who can tell you how the instrument has evolved over the years and why it's special to them. Always great to hear you!!!!!!
I am 50 years old, and I listen to Yngwie since 1984. I have never stopped listening to him and will never stop. For me, there is no argument that he is the best electric guitar player. This is for #Fender Yngwie J. Malmsteen is the reason ı like Fender Stratocaster guitars. He is the reference line for the rock music. Lots of things changed. Bands changed their music styles to remain relevant. Yngwie has always been there for true listeners with his unique style. So many people will not agree with me, I know, but for me, Yngwie is the biggest Fender Stratocaster player.
Yngwie is the BOSS! I'M 74 and been digging your style since you were young! I finally play a Yngwie Strat and trying to wear it out...!!! Keep Rockin Yngwie Luv ya Bro From Sunrise Florida!
Say what you want about him, you can like him or not, but even today, after almost 20 years from the start of You Tube, after watching hundreds of thousands of videos with guitarists of different ages and from all over the world, his style is inimitable! Any enthusiast of this music who wakes up in the middle of the night after 3 seconds will immediately recognize the song - yeah that's Yngwie! The smoothness of him playing arpeggios and sweeps is still unbeatable.
Over 30 years ago, I performed 'Far Beyond the Sun' at my high school talent show, earning a standing ovation. Fast forward to my 30th reunion where I caught up with an old friend. She mentioned her 12-year-old son's obsession with a challenging guitar piece by a Swedish artist she couldn't quite pronounce. When I asked, 'Is it Yngwie?' her face lit up. I followed with, 'Is it Far Beyond the Sun?' To her surprise, I showed her a clip I uploaded to TH-cam from an old VHS tape of me playing that very song. It's incredible to see Yngwie Malmsteen's work still inspiring new generations, and it's a testament to his enduring talent.
When he said he was 'so honored' it was his best moment. Humility goes a long way bra. He deserves every ounce of credit and belongs in the pantheon of most influential guitaists of all time.
Years are passing Yngwie, and you still have enthusiasm and happieness of little child while talking about guitars or playing them. That's what makes you the best, at least for me.
One of the greatest guitarists of all time! Probably the greatest vibrato of all time! No one else combines so much technique with so much passion and feel, and created their own instantly recognisable sound. Black Star is one of the greatest compositions for guitar ever. What a legend!
25 years ago I heard Malmsteen for the first time. I was blown away as I love classical music and also rock and electric guitar. Fast forward to today, and I realise more and more how much I like his music and entertaining, larger than life personality
I remember hearing Yngwie's first album, which had just been released, as if it were yesterday. One of my best friends had bought the disc, and we sat in his living room with our jaws on the floor as we listened to track after track. Little did we know at the time, that my friend, Wally Voss (RIP), would soon be playing Bass guitar with Yngwie on tour. Thanks for all of the music and the memories !!!
Im really glad. Yngwie looks super awake with fire in his eyes. He’s so passionate about his guitars. And he seems in good shape. Respect and all the best!
I turn 50 next month and I've been listening to Yngwie since I was a teenager in the 80s. Still blows me away to this day, from the Alcatrazz days up to present day, he's still the undisputed Master of the Stratocaster. Carlo 👍🏼🎸
Hardly any guitarist ever talks about his guitars or rather doesn't know them as well as he does!! A Genius, a Master, a Visionary, a timeless guitarist, no man will ever play a guitar like him again, thanks to him my passion for the guitar and his talent pushes me to play like him every day. Thank God for your talent.
I got an Yngwie series strat a couple of years ago, best guitar I have ever played or owned. I love the scalloped neck and the tones the pickups get are perfect.
We used to make fun of each other for liking his playing but then played the albums when no one was around. Dude really is one of the best out there and his genuine love of the instrument always shines through in interviews
I was fortunate to see his beginnings in the US with Steeler, Alcatraz, and of course Rising Force. I met him briefly at an Alcatraz show and he told me "buy the album". I said I already had! 😂 What a legend no one like him ever! He inspires me myself and my playing for 40+ years. Love the video he is the greatest to me \m/
YNGWIE is STILL the freaking G.O.A.T!!! ( Greatest of All Time). Not just a Virtuoso Master Guitarist 2nd to NONE, but a true Master COMPOSER and Musical WIZARD. He also has THE coolest songs ever written about fighting EVIL ( In the Name of God, from Attack, Fight the Good Fight from Para Bellum) - Still my musical HERO - Hard Fan of over 35 years. His concerts are so good it is INSANE. I literally freaking CRIED I was so inspired. ( I was 5 feet from the stage) Told my little brother, the next time he tours, I'm taking him and paying for the ticket. :) YJM guitars are the BEST, I own one. Can't put it down. The thing is freaking EXCALIBER on STEROIDS. My guitar instructor borrowed one from Fender and wants to run off with it hahaha. We are taking up a collection to buy him one he totally deserves it. Nice guy, great player. LOVE this video, I think YNGWIE used to work for a Luthier, so his knowledge of guitars is off the charts. And like myself he likes CLASSICAL Music. :) I admit it, I'm a classical music nerd and PROUD OF IT of it. :) "To play a wrong note is insignificant, but to play without passion is inexcusable" - Ludwig Von Beethoven
All I can say is the Yngwie Fender "scalloped" Strat, is the BEST Stratocaster in my collection.🎸It's so amazing to play, you can feel how Yngwie feels with it. I could not ask for more. If there's only one suggestion or request I would like to add is, please add another Fret to make it 22, because sometimes I can't use it on other songs with a solo reaching for 22 frets.🙏 (Yeah bending is great, but that one fret is better.)🔥 *YNGWIE MALMSTEEN* is the Best and my favorite guitarist EVER.🤘
Maestro still kills it. The power, precision, and showmanship that Yngwie displays is a testament to his drive to play his own style. My favorite guitarist alive today.
although its actually a commercial , Yngwie makes this look like one of his own private videos ....u wont find many really supporting the stuff they get paid for, he does. Legend.
THE MAESTRO. Truly a great representative of Fender and the Stratocaster. Malmsteen and the strat are iconic and inseparable. I hope he continues to inspire us all to great tone and passion for guitar for years to come.
I'm 120 years old and I've been listening to Yngwie since I was 82. He's like a damn Fender historian in this video. He inspired me to shred back then and I'm still shredding today. Thanks for all the inspiration, Maestro!!
It feels like YJM is experiencing a resurgence of interest and appreciation in his music and massive talent - headline interviews appearing all over the internet and beyond. Awesome!
I’m so glad fender put this together, and I can’t think of a better ambassador for the Stratocaster. I mean come on, Miami landscape, red Ferrari with a Rolex laden hand on the shifter, and a collection of Strats - Fender nailed it! 🤘🏻 🎸
You can tell he really comes to life when the subject is guitars, and more specifically his own collection. His joy and love for guitars is contagious.
I could listen to him playing for hours. But i could also listen to him talking about guitars for hours. He really knows the instrument like few people.
I have listened to his music all my life and he was my inspiration to start playing guitar... although I will never be able to be at his level. I'm just a few days away from getting my first Yngwie Malmsteen Signature, just a few days away from fulfilling one of my dreams! My guitar playing is inspired by Yngwie and that makes me very happy. When I found out that his “solos” were improvised I was a bit frustrated.... they are amazing, but that only reinforced my admiration.
This is the quality filming that Yngwie deserves. High quality camera and audio, really makes his story shine.
Worked as stage assistant for him in 2007 and it was one of the best days in my life. He is a real professional and a very kind person. Forget the ego bullshit, he is a perfectionist. As soon as things are in the way he needs for his show, he becomes a very gentle giant. And damn, he is tall.
Watching Yngwie play the Strat is like watching Thor the Thunder God wield Mjolnir.
You can’t imagine one without the other.
Wow, looks like Yngwie is really taking care of himself. Glad to see it !! We want our guitar heroes to live forever !!
Along with Hendrix and Van Halen,Yngwie is one of the most inspiring rock guitarists of the last 50 years 🤘🏼👍🏼
I´m listening to him all my life and I so appreciate that he stayed true to himself.
He is a real artist , creating his own genre with a passion that is combined with a major talent and a gazillion hours of practicing.
He will never be surpassed.
BR from Germany
Tobias
Only person who deserves a signature is someone who can tell you how the instrument has evolved over the years and why it's special to them.
Always great to hear you!!!!!!
I am 50 years old, and I listen to Yngwie since 1984. I have never stopped listening to him and will never stop. For me, there is no argument that he is the best electric guitar player. This is for #Fender Yngwie J. Malmsteen is the reason ı like Fender Stratocaster guitars. He is the reference line for the rock music. Lots of things changed. Bands changed their music styles to remain relevant. Yngwie has always been there for true listeners with his unique style. So many people will not agree with me, I know, but for me, Yngwie is the biggest Fender Stratocaster player.
I love how he genuinely loves talking bout his Strats.... his smile is so genuine! What a great and unique player!
Yngwie is the BOSS!
I'M 74 and been digging your style since you were young!
I finally play a Yngwie Strat and trying to wear it out...!!!
Keep Rockin Yngwie
Luv ya Bro
From Sunrise Florida!
Say what you want about him, you can like him or not, but even today, after almost 20 years from the start of You Tube, after watching hundreds of thousands of videos with guitarists of different ages and from all over the world, his style is inimitable! Any enthusiast of this music who wakes up in the middle of the night after 3 seconds will immediately recognize the song - yeah that's Yngwie! The smoothness of him playing arpeggios and sweeps is still unbeatable.
I'm still not convinced this guy isn't a vampire. He dresses like a vampire, and he clearly been playing guitar for hundreds of years.
Over 30 years ago, I performed 'Far Beyond the Sun' at my high school talent show, earning a standing ovation. Fast forward to my 30th reunion where I caught up with an old friend. She mentioned her 12-year-old son's obsession with a challenging guitar piece by a Swedish artist she couldn't quite pronounce. When I asked, 'Is it Yngwie?' her face lit up. I followed with, 'Is it Far Beyond the Sun?' To her surprise, I showed her a clip I uploaded to TH-cam from an old VHS tape of me playing that very song. It's incredible to see Yngwie Malmsteen's work still inspiring new generations, and it's a testament to his enduring talent.
When he said he was 'so honored' it was his best moment. Humility goes a long way bra. He deserves every ounce of credit and belongs in the pantheon of most influential guitaists of all time.
Fenders, Ferraris and Rolexes 🔥Can’t go wrong with any of that ! Yngwie is a legend
Really makes me cry!!Remembered when i was a young boy starting in world...in music!!LIVE LONG TO THE Y.J.M THE GOAT LIVE LEGEND!!💪🎸♥️
YJM the GOAT? Lmao…..sure
Years are passing Yngwie, and you still have enthusiasm and happieness of little child while talking about guitars or playing them. That's what makes you the best, at least for me.
One of the greatest guitarists of all time! Probably the greatest vibrato of all time! No one else combines so much technique with so much passion and feel, and created their own instantly recognisable sound. Black Star is one of the greatest compositions for guitar ever. What a legend!
25 years ago I heard Malmsteen for the first time. I was blown away as I love classical music and also rock and electric guitar. Fast forward to today, and I realise more and more how much I like his music and entertaining, larger than life personality
Yngwie looks great! In fact, he has been looking great for close to 20 years now. God bless him! Love his playing!
Dude is shredding in the background the entire interview. Legend!
And listen to those versions of Far Beyond the Sun and Black Star in the background… Still magical after all these years 🙌
Seeing Yngwie live was a defining moment for me. That Strat is an extension of his body and soul. Truly amazing.
I remember hearing Yngwie's first album, which had just been released, as if it were yesterday. One of my best friends had bought the disc, and we sat in his living room with our jaws on the floor as we listened to track after track. Little did we know at the time, that my friend, Wally Voss (RIP), would soon be playing Bass guitar with Yngwie on tour. Thanks for all of the music and the memories !!!
Amazing legacy in all respects, and still going strong. Rock on Yngwie! 🤘🏼🔥🤘🏼
He is a Badass no doubt I saw Yngwie open for ACDC and he blew me away!
How can you not love Yngwie?
Im really glad. Yngwie looks super awake with fire in his eyes. He’s so passionate about his guitars. And he seems in good shape. Respect and all the best!
Legend. The one and only.
I turn 50 next month and I've been listening to Yngwie since I was a teenager in the 80s. Still blows me away to this day, from the Alcatrazz days up to present day, he's still the undisputed Master of the Stratocaster. Carlo 👍🏼🎸
⭐The Master Forever ✨
“It’s A Nuclear Violin” So badass
Yngwie looks great and seems happy!!
Hardly any guitarist ever talks about his guitars or rather doesn't know them as well as he does!!
A Genius, a Master, a Visionary, a timeless guitarist, no man will ever play a guitar like him again, thanks to him my passion for the guitar and his talent pushes me to play like him every day.
Thank God for your talent.
You were and are a model for all the guitarists in the world.
❤🎸
I got an Yngwie series strat a couple of years ago, best guitar I have ever played or owned. I love the scalloped neck and the tones the pickups get are perfect.
Sounds so good here!!!
We used to make fun of each other for liking his playing but then played the albums when no one was around. Dude really is one of the best out there and his genuine love of the instrument always shines through in interviews
I was fortunate to see his beginnings in the US with Steeler, Alcatraz, and of course Rising Force. I met him briefly at an Alcatraz show and he told me "buy the album". I said I already had! 😂
What a legend no one like him ever! He inspires me myself and my playing for 40+ years. Love the video he is the greatest to me \m/
Yngwie rules! I love listening to him play!
You are the best EL MAESTRO Yngwie Malmsteen 🤘🤘🤘🤘
Such a talented guitar player!
“I’m no Yngwie Malmsteen or anything I’m still learning” great quote from an amazing book
YNGWIE is STILL the freaking G.O.A.T!!! ( Greatest of All Time). Not just a Virtuoso Master Guitarist 2nd to NONE, but a true Master COMPOSER and Musical WIZARD. He also has THE coolest songs ever written about fighting EVIL ( In the Name of God, from Attack, Fight the Good Fight from Para Bellum) - Still my musical HERO - Hard Fan of over 35 years. His concerts are so good it is INSANE. I literally freaking CRIED I was so inspired. ( I was 5 feet from the stage) Told my little brother, the next time he tours, I'm taking him and paying for the ticket. :) YJM guitars are the BEST, I own one. Can't put it down. The thing is freaking EXCALIBER on STEROIDS. My guitar instructor borrowed one from Fender and wants to run off with it hahaha. We are taking up a collection to buy him one he totally deserves it. Nice guy, great player. LOVE this video, I think YNGWIE used to work for a Luthier, so his knowledge of guitars is off the charts. And like myself he likes CLASSICAL Music. :) I admit it, I'm a classical music nerd and PROUD OF IT of it. :) "To play a wrong note is insignificant, but to play without passion is inexcusable" - Ludwig Von Beethoven
All I can say is the Yngwie Fender "scalloped" Strat, is the BEST Stratocaster in my collection.🎸It's so amazing to play, you can feel how Yngwie feels with it. I could not ask for more. If there's only one suggestion or request I would like to add is, please add another Fret to make it 22, because sometimes I can't use it on other songs with a solo reaching for 22 frets.🙏 (Yeah bending is great, but that one fret is better.)🔥
*YNGWIE MALMSTEEN* is the Best and my favorite guitarist EVER.🤘
jesus it always shocks me seeing how high his action is
who cannot love this man - he's one of the fastest.
His passion is infectious
Maestro still kills it. The power, precision, and showmanship that Yngwie displays is a testament to his drive to play his own style. My favorite guitarist alive today.
"As soon as I got one, I wanted to get more"... Because MORE IS MORE!!
Nuclear violin indeed, and the truest and purest guitar hero there ever was.
This to me... means happiness.
Thanks Maestro
although its actually a commercial , Yngwie makes this look like one of his own private videos ....u wont find many really supporting the stuff they get paid for, he does. Legend.
THE MAESTRO. Truly a great representative of Fender and the Stratocaster. Malmsteen and the strat are iconic and inseparable. I hope he continues to inspire us all to great tone and passion for guitar for years to come.
he looks so damn happy talking about that 63 gold. he loves that guitar.
Yngwie’s music will never go out of style. I started to liked playing leads because of Yngwie. Long live the Maestro!
Can't think of a better ambassador for the Strat.
That company owes him a debt they can never repay.
Unleashing the Fury since 1983!
ты крут Мужик. слушаю тебя всю свою жизнь
I'm 120 years old and I've been listening to Yngwie since I was 82. He's like a damn Fender historian in this video. He inspired me to shred back then and I'm still shredding today. Thanks for all the inspiration, Maestro!!
Such a passionate musican. A true master.
Thank you Mr YJM! You made our hearts smile with your music all thoses years. Since the Alcatraz era when I was blown away by your quality.
It feels like YJM is experiencing a resurgence of interest and appreciation in his music and massive talent - headline interviews appearing all over the internet and beyond. Awesome!
This was soooo good. How can you not love this guy? Thanks for all the great music, Yngwie.
ps.
Loved the Rick Beato interview.
I'm here thanks to Ola Englund! Long live YJM, love your music. Fender please continue this model (make a 7 string version too!)❤
Only guy that ever made me want a Strat for any reason.
I’m so glad fender put this together, and I can’t think of a better ambassador for the Stratocaster. I mean come on, Miami landscape, red Ferrari with a Rolex laden hand on the shifter, and a collection of Strats - Fender nailed it! 🤘🏻 🎸
You can tell he really comes to life when the subject is guitars, and more specifically his own collection. His joy and love for guitars is contagious.
Utterly brilliant.
Bravo! A true legend with a legendary guitar!
Excellent he deserves this as he is a pioneer and a legend
Thanks to Yngwie, The Fender Stratocaster has become a symbol of focus and determination.
Thank you Yngwie!
This video is just amazing, a joy to watch an hymn to instruments guitar and passion for music!👌🏻…
Will forever be one of the Guitar Gods, what a Legend!
Wonderful video, outstanding quality documenting a living legend!
More is more
Love Yngwie’s tone and the way he makes Strat’s scream!!! He’s great!
Nuclear Violin. 🤘💪 Discovered Yngwie in '83 with the Alcatrazz album and live '84 vid. I was 16. First saw Yngwie live in '85 opening up for AC/DC. 🔥🔥
beautiful piece on the Maestro. Great to see him healthy, fit and happy and playing as brilliantly as ever. He is my God.
With Yngwie, this is truly the Fender of the Law. ❤
Man, you have to give to Yngwie: he is always improvising his own songs and keeping it fresh!
Yngwie is unlike most rock/metal musicians. 360 spider and an oyster with fluted bezel. Pure class.
I could listen to him playing for hours. But i could also listen to him talking about guitars for hours. He really knows the instrument like few people.
Crazy how high is action is 😳
He deserves Fender, very royal to the brand.
Maestro is the number one !! There is the Fender Stratocaster and there is the rest!
I have listened to his music all my life and he was my inspiration to start playing guitar... although I will never be able to be at his level.
I'm just a few days away from getting my first Yngwie Malmsteen Signature, just a few days away from fulfilling one of my dreams!
My guitar playing is inspired by Yngwie and that makes me very happy.
When I found out that his “solos” were improvised I was a bit frustrated.... they are amazing, but that only reinforced my admiration.
One of the greatest of all time but definitely the best vibrato of all time 👌 Thank you Yngwie for your music ❤️
Outstanding.
His playing is so effortless
Amazing !!!!!
A true Master! The best guitarist alive.period. And the coolest strat ever!
GREAT !!! yngwie !!! thanks so much !i ve follow you since the beguinning !! your feeling is huge ! from france
I now own 3 Yngwie Malmsteen signature strats. Best guitars I have ever owned!! 🤘🤘
Yngwie is a true Stratocaster Embassador!
This guy knows Strats. A living legend!
Yngwie changed electric guitar forever.
The true musician knows what he is talking about and knows each of his instruments thoroughly.
I would spend hours listening to the Master.
Long live master.
Fantastic Video! Rock on Yngwie!
Yngwie is my hero. I have two Fender Strats because of him. Love it.
your hands like float over the neck the notes are so clear and fast freekin amazing - neo classical madness