UNBOXING A MASTERPIECE! - I Haven't Played a Guitar Like This Before!

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  • @DarrellBraunGuitar
    @DarrellBraunGuitar  ปีที่แล้ว +58

    This one is a unique, beautiful, and technical take on the classic single-cut guitar!
    Forgot to mention the flame maple binding on the neck too! 😍🎸
    Tones at 4:57 Enjoy :)

    • @tatebarrett7618
      @tatebarrett7618 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      it sounds amazing, and your skills are what I aim for in my playing

    • @nalukeko
      @nalukeko ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I like how they substituted the plastic parts with metal. Great quality all around it seems. Although the 4 screws on the stop piece could have been bolts or allen heads or something less mundane and recessed or hidden..

    • @nuthinbutlove
      @nuthinbutlove ปีที่แล้ว +2

      O. M. G.... the SUSTAIN... both clean and dirty!!!
      Brilliant!

    • @Gornflyin
      @Gornflyin ปีที่แล้ว

      I just went to comment on how cool the nut idea was.....and up pops" The Telegram con scam" in almost every 2nd comment. I've reported every single one. I didn't count, but more than 50. Be careful people, scams everywhere. Your welcome :D

    • @Gornflyin
      @Gornflyin ปีที่แล้ว +4

      AND their all back. I've reported the account now. What I wouldn't give to be able to beat the crap out of these scammers :(

  • @ericgould435
    @ericgould435 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Man that guitar is unreal. Way more innovation than many other builders combined.

    • @devinsinderwitcz9134
      @devinsinderwitcz9134 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Where they placed the truss rod adjustment makes total sense and that nut is truly innovative!

  • @Matthew_Klepadlo
    @Matthew_Klepadlo ปีที่แล้ว +7

    A yes, a guitar that fades to white…
    What I like to call: the jizz burst.

  • @Chammoose
    @Chammoose ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow what great instrument. At first I thought it was odd but the more I saw the more I loved it. Super glassy clean tone. Love it.

  • @Nick_LIFF
    @Nick_LIFF ปีที่แล้ว +34

    Absolutely stunning! Always so many cool guitars on this channel. Bad part is, I'm gonna go broke 😅

  • @WattchomanBrandySavage
    @WattchomanBrandySavage ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Valiant guitars are probably one of the most exciting new guitar companies to follow. They have their own unique spin on the classics AND original designs. I'm glad they're getting the recognition they so clearly deserve.

  • @vegasaxeman
    @vegasaxeman ปีที่แล้ว +21

    I can hear the brass nut & bridge right away! It really gives each and every string it's own distinct tone. I kind of think of it as "a HIGH DEF" sound! Aside from that, these guys REALLY thought out the entire layout of the guitar! EVERYTHING IS TOTALLY CUSTOM and has NO OFF THE SHELF COMPONENTS!
    REALLY GREAT REVIEW DARRELL!
    Keep em' comin' brother!
    God bless and take care...

    • @pyratoothNL
      @pyratoothNL ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes I heard that too! I replaced a bridge on my Tele with brass saddles and it brought out a certain "zing" and brightness that I hear on this one too.
      This looks and sounds like lovely instrument.

  • @danstringer7610
    @danstringer7610 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    That is a stunner!! So beautiful and I love the design. Like you said “clever”.

  • @alpeterson
    @alpeterson ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Valiant has been crushing it this year, and under the storm of war with Russia to boot. They’re unbelievably kick ass.

  • @RunningWild32
    @RunningWild32 ปีที่แล้ว +71

    In my opinion, their is close to no other thing more exciting than unboxing a new guitar. I remember looking out the window for the FedEx man like a little kid just beyond excited.... After getting the delivery I ran to my studio and unboxed my first PRS Silver Sky in the Nebula finish. Literally brought a tear to my eye

    • @nicosteream
      @nicosteream ปีที่แล้ว +4

      I agree, it's a unique feeling... It's a bit like the delivery man is Santa Claus.

    • @andriealinsangao613
      @andriealinsangao613 ปีที่แล้ว

      Man, you got that right! I had that same feeling when I received my first electric guitar!

    • @kiezersosay49
      @kiezersosay49 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thats just about how i felt yesterday when my ⅞ S-style warmoth build got here...the body is beautiful with the holoflake finish and i got super lucky with the amount of flame i got on the neck(if you dont order the heavy flame option its a gamble weather or not you get a good one)

    • @joejohnson3988
      @joejohnson3988 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I've ordered 20 guitars since the pandemic hit. Addictive...

    • @Astro_touches_children
      @Astro_touches_children ปีที่แล้ว

      I still get that way even if it's just strings, picks and cables. It's an affliction.

  • @hangman960
    @hangman960 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Some really clever ideas,the nut idea is good

  • @arustydodge2111
    @arustydodge2111 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Beautiful Guitar. Sounds phenomenal in your hands, DARRELL! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️😇⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @TreenighetMaranata
    @TreenighetMaranata ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Gorgeous and wonderfully made! 😊❤ I love it!

  • @jessebarrera159
    @jessebarrera159 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Very nice, great sounding in your hands as always and very unique colors.

  • @krame99
    @krame99 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These guitars are top of the line! Congratulations on getting one of these I want one so bad.

  • @goknicksgo13
    @goknicksgo13 ปีที่แล้ว

    You look so happy in this video. I love it. I’d be stoked too. That guitar is beautiful.

  • @beautifulinstrumentals2866
    @beautifulinstrumentals2866 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your channel, Darrell.
    So much good stuff. Thanks for sharing your talents and expertise with us.
    Love those first 5 chords your played at the start of the sounds.

  • @thseed7
    @thseed7 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Every single guitar they make is awesome. Everything has classic roots with unique customizations. Absolutely stunning workmanship in the construction and custom hardware. Very badly hope to own one someday.

  • @markewing6780
    @markewing6780 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very cool guitar! Absolutely love that color! Those custom designed bits are VERY refreshing, and that truss rod design is amazing!

  • @joshuafreedman7703
    @joshuafreedman7703 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That finish is uber-fantastic! I love a guitar that will both look and sound equally respectable playing radioactive nuclear metal and super clean dark modern jazz

  •  ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i love it when manufacturers go the extra mile to also design hardware or unique solution. This is an awesome guitar imo

  • @jefft275
    @jefft275 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That is really nice! Never heard of that brand. I love the custom bridge and truss rod adjustment in the neck. They have some really nice guitars on their site, including some with exotic woods like wenge.

  • @devinsinderwitcz9134
    @devinsinderwitcz9134 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gorgeous, that's a lifetime keeper for sure!!!!!!!!!

  • @_patrikjay_
    @_patrikjay_ ปีที่แล้ว

    Valiant guitars are killing it... Super sick looking and sounding guitars.. great demo D!

  • @daniellevstek1789
    @daniellevstek1789 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh wow that’s gorgeous

  • @davidmoran4675
    @davidmoran4675 ปีที่แล้ว

    I LOVE the growl on the neck pickup with the tone pulled back and the distortion turned up. I'd like to hear you play more on that pickup like that

  • @nathanduff2728
    @nathanduff2728 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have a 1963 Valiant EJ1 with a gold foil pickup. Im glad to see a came back in these guitars they need more love.

  • @waynekieft4952
    @waynekieft4952 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is one beautiful axe Darren!!!!

  • @rodgerbell810
    @rodgerbell810 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Darrell, stunning guitar with solid appointments. Great to see other makers compete in the high end sphere. It sounded great too. Great review. Cheers ✌️🎸

  • @aaronhale1420
    @aaronhale1420 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That guitar is Amazing. Awesome tone

  • @aesoundforge
    @aesoundforge ปีที่แล้ว +1

    One of the coolest looking guitars ive seen in a long time. Build quality looks top quality from the vid.

  • @John_2Much_Coffee
    @John_2Much_Coffee ปีที่แล้ว

    Really beautiful guitar! Looks and sounds Amazing. Love the blue to white fade.

  • @brandoncurtis1636
    @brandoncurtis1636 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow super cool! Those burst-to-white finishes are growing more popular these days and they’re starting to grow on me. Super cool bridge and the brass not is really cool!

  • @jimruddell3265
    @jimruddell3265 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of if not the best tone I've heard on your channel. Wow.

  • @48mastadon
    @48mastadon ปีที่แล้ว +6

    That mahogany back has incredible movement. Almost wish the back was the front.

  • @Furtheronmusic
    @Furtheronmusic ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Beautiful guitar. They make remarkably great guitars. The Smith I love except (for me) the headstock shape I wish it was more like a PRS look more streamlined and straighter string pull.
    The other most amazing thing is these guys are making these guitars still in Kyiv despite the invasion and the other hardships.

  • @SeanDS89
    @SeanDS89 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    0:48 Oooh, I LOVE that back, it looks great and compliments the front quite nicely :)

  • @RsSquier51
    @RsSquier51 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is a gorgeous guitar. Love the white and blue burst.

  • @alanpettibone
    @alanpettibone ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I usually flinch at guitar prices over roughly $2500, but Valiant actually seems like you are getting something for the money. That’s a guitar I would save up for. Also, love the details like the bridge and tailpiece.

    • @seanemmettfullerton
      @seanemmettfullerton ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thanks for saying this out loud :) I completely agree with you!
      The adjustable nut hopefully will become a mainstream thing someday...

    • @axegrindin
      @axegrindin ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@seanemmettfullerton just an fyi, you can get the same adjustable brass nut on Amazon for $16 if you want to add it to an existing guitar.

    • @seanemmettfullerton
      @seanemmettfullerton ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@axegrindin cool... thanks, i just saw the Guyker brass one.

    • @darylhudson777
      @darylhudson777 ปีที่แล้ว

      I don't know you so I don't know what you know but just trying to help I noticed that places have payment plans for guitars. I'll let you do the checking around.

  • @stevemehan7276
    @stevemehan7276 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh man! What a guitar! Amazing tones

  • @tatebarrett7618
    @tatebarrett7618 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    this is going to be interesting, it looks beautiful

  • @duckyjp17
    @duckyjp17 ปีที่แล้ว

    That nut is AMAZING. I’m in love with that feature.

  • @jimmyjames2022
    @jimmyjames2022 ปีที่แล้ว

    Valiant guitars are definitely a uniquely attractive take on the standard single cut, very beautiful and well crafted instrument. Glad you can show them off to us.

  • @jungdo99
    @jungdo99 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow! I am in love!

  • @timweber7165
    @timweber7165 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Valiant builds some beautiful guitars, I hope to own one in the future.

  • @corujoj
    @corujoj ปีที่แล้ว

    The fretwork and the fingerboard binding looks amazing on this guitar.

  • @kevincothron5089
    @kevincothron5089 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the guitar. Thanks for the review Darrell.

  • @AnimalJohn85
    @AnimalJohn85 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    My only gripe would be the exposed truss rod end, a local builder to me puts the adjuster in fretboard too but he makes a cover out of the fretboard off cut to keep it looking clean whilst keeping the access.
    But seriously that's a monster bit of kit, everything about it looks incredible.
    As always top playing on your end and awesome vid sir.

    • @micemr76
      @micemr76 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was thinking the same thing. Almost like it's not meant to be played up there...why the last fret then?

    • @stanphillips7277
      @stanphillips7277 ปีที่แล้ว

      I couldn't afford it anyway 😂 but , I considered the exposed truss rod adjuster and thought about the dust and grime that could very well get down into it and, I considered playability as well.
      The former could present a problem in time I think but, the latter, playability might be something akin to a scalloped feel.
      I feel like they thought of everything else, why would they have left it uncovered if it were going to effect playability?
      I love the adjustable nut and, for that matter everything about the design if you're looking for something unique to add to a collection but, I wouldn't want it as my sole guitar.
      8 lbs. Is a deal breaker for me and my back! Much too heavy.
      I watch these high end unboxings as if I were looking at a vintage $35,000 Strat or something anyway. It's just fun to check out what's being innovated by different designers .
      I actually relied on DBGs for choosing my guitar. I spent a couple of months online in 2020 and, his "Yamaha Pacifica vs. Squier Affinity" was instrumental (no pun intended right 🤣) in my deciding on Squier Affinity SSS. That was my price range and I've still got it along with a Fender LT25 Modeling amp. Nice little practice amp. Built in effects, all w/adjustable gain,chorus, delay , and reverb. One of em' is a simulated acoustic that gets ya' pretty close.
      I just wish it had switched rather than a single knob to go between effects. The price was right. Got a Fender gig bag, capo, strap, cord, strings and picks all for $480.00 from a local shop here in Miami.
      My only regret is had I been more patient I'd have gone through Sweetwater. The 45 day trial period would have slowed me to check out a Jackson w/a Floyd Rose locking system in the same price range. Or the Ibanez Az series is in the same price range.
      I'm content for now. It's a made in China SSS in Quick Silver. It was that or black. I like black so I chose the Quick Silver 😂
      It's cool though, the finish doesn't effect playability but, living in regret is no fun so since I'm the only one who seems to go back and forth on the finish, Ill wait for my ship to come in and take it from there 😂
      Long response, my pain meds are kicking in . 😂
      Take care John, see you around brother ✌️❤️🎸🎶🙏

  • @fingersmike
    @fingersmike ปีที่แล้ว

    Great looks, great specs, great sounds. Flys under my radar because it flys over my budget 😁

  • @retropuffer2986
    @retropuffer2986 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a work of art!

  • @axelrodriguez4327
    @axelrodriguez4327 ปีที่แล้ว

    Probably the best guitar review concept in TH-cam… keep doing this with guitars and you’ll be legendary

  • @therewasascene
    @therewasascene ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks and sounds beautiful

  • @SpiderStratagemVI
    @SpiderStratagemVI ปีที่แล้ว

    Christmas morning..Darrell's turn to open a gift. Family sitting on couch behind him and he turns..(cue this video at point guitar case is opened)..starts going over the specs....LOL. Great video as usual Darrell- your excitement and enthusiasm furing the box opening is unmatched! I've always gotten great tips for modding and especially for underrated affordable guitars from your channel!

    • @SpiderStratagemVI
      @SpiderStratagemVI ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey Darrell- did I need to download the telegram app?

  • @malcolmhardwick4258
    @malcolmhardwick4258 ปีที่แล้ว

    Eye catching tone monster !

  • @Gottaloveguitars427
    @Gottaloveguitars427 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow that thing is gorgeous!

  • @martinmartin8871
    @martinmartin8871 ปีที่แล้ว

    awesome guitar! Many design features. ROCK IT!

  • @lincolnfish4021
    @lincolnfish4021 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sweet guitar and amazing playing job too dude!!!!

  • @scottbehl216
    @scottbehl216 ปีที่แล้ว

    A very beautiful guitar. Especially the laminated neck and back ! All nice features.

  • @RJW14
    @RJW14 ปีที่แล้ว

    yooo congratulations man, this is an amazing looking piece of kit. Those are some THICC maple strips in the neck man, the ones on my mayones are like, 2-3mm a piece just to create tension with the counter grain. whoa the trussrod spoke wheel is in the actual fret.

  • @Mix3dbyMark
    @Mix3dbyMark ปีที่แล้ว

    Sounds beautiful too

  • @becknader2337
    @becknader2337 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks beautiful and sounds great!

  • @gereonH
    @gereonH ปีที่แล้ว

    Man, as an "always clean" Jazz Player it comes every time as a shock when your first sound is "a little overdrive" and to my ears every guitar goes "BRRRRRRAAAAAAA". Glad, you do real clean sounds tooo

  • @S-T-E-V-E
    @S-T-E-V-E ปีที่แล้ว

    Man I love that White Burst Finish!

  • @surfrby8876
    @surfrby8876 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    That is a unique and beautiful guitar, with some clever build innovations , sounds great also, I just checked out their site , I think I would consider a build from them, guitars are unique

  • @Gene_Cali
    @Gene_Cali ปีที่แล้ว +1

    An adjustable nut would sure make changing/testing string gauges much easier. Nice.
    Finish is beautiful, and sounds excellent in your capable hands. Thank you for your reviews.

  • @terrypussypower
    @terrypussypower ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Considering just how many Gibsons
    snap at the headstock/neck joint, I’d always wondered why they cut so much wood away in that area just for truss rod access. It’s like they’re asking for it!

    • @hakancarlsson2881
      @hakancarlsson2881 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Someone in the 50s weren't really a skilled builder and us consumers in the future somehow decided that's the only way for it to be "authentic".

  • @ChadwickRider
    @ChadwickRider ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful craftsmanship... would love to have one in solid surf green.

  • @kenstaten476
    @kenstaten476 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Beautiful guitar. A true work of 🎨.

  • @d3w4yn3
    @d3w4yn3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Might be the smoothest sounding guitar I've ever heard!!! Of course, Darrell could smack a stick on a rock and it would sing, but still, this really is a masterpiece!!!

  • @chrislathwell3653
    @chrislathwell3653 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh man I’d love that guitar in a left handed configuration 😍valiant knocked it out of the park there

  • @ibji
    @ibji ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Darrell - "I wanna give you a look before I tell you who made this"
    Me - "Please be a Glarry"

  • @JH-ks9oi
    @JH-ks9oi ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I seen you do a Valiant once before and I love their thought process, honestly you can take their ingenuity and apply it to a more plain instrument you'd have somethin, I love their forward thinkin I mean that's how Les Paul and Tele changed music forever

  • @maxkelter3561
    @maxkelter3561 ปีที่แล้ว

    I like their website. It says" built to order", now how cool is that. Superb in all ways.

  • @papasteve7376
    @papasteve7376 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hope that didn't come out wrong. Long time follower. I realize companies supply their product to many popular channels. Thanks for the content

  • @f5mando
    @f5mando ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What killer guitar design features! Wow....Totally bostin.

  • @ReverendBow
    @ReverendBow ปีที่แล้ว

    Great looking, and sounding guitar. Very cool stop tail piece design

  • @773knut
    @773knut ปีที่แล้ว

    That is just a beautiful guitar Darrell :)

  • @Mix3dbyMark
    @Mix3dbyMark ปีที่แล้ว

    Its so beautiful

  • @tjstevens001
    @tjstevens001 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice looking guitar! Sounds great too!!

  • @sgt.grinch3299
    @sgt.grinch3299 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bet it is a guitar in the box. Those special touches in the hardware are very nice. Easy to tune and adjust.

  • @martinclayton7260
    @martinclayton7260 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really want a Valiant guitar! I think they just look stunning, and sound amazing.

  • @rivalworkshopandguitars5851
    @rivalworkshopandguitars5851 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful guitar in looks and sound!

  • @Coempi73
    @Coempi73 ปีที่แล้ว

    Holy sh@t that sounds awesome!

  • @rodgerbell810
    @rodgerbell810 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks Darrell for showcasing a guitar that is out of the MainStage, it is reminiscent of any modern guitar out there but with it’s own voice. I loved your review. Cheers ✌️🎸

  • @Ivan.Vilches
    @Ivan.Vilches ปีที่แล้ว

    What a beauty!!!

  • @StratsRUs
    @StratsRUs ปีที่แล้ว

    Sounded and looked great !

  • @Kik2nek
    @Kik2nek ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful

  • @shauncarter924
    @shauncarter924 ปีที่แล้ว

    Oh man. That’s gorgeous. You’re a lucky man, DB.

  • @Terry3Gs
    @Terry3Gs ปีที่แล้ว +1

  • @davidkastin4240
    @davidkastin4240 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very impressive hardware on this guitar

  • @gregoriodecker2692
    @gregoriodecker2692 ปีที่แล้ว

    That guitar is beautiful.. it looks like a blue ice storm.. super interesting guitar from some really resilient ballsy people.

  • @petepaul615
    @petepaul615 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Damn, Darrell be cheesin' super hard

  • @douglashall2141
    @douglashall2141 ปีที่แล้ว

    It would appear that this guitar while beautiful seems to be well constructed as well. Waiting to hear it.

  • @jhardy0786
    @jhardy0786 ปีที่แล้ว

    That sounds great

  • @Bluebuthappy182
    @Bluebuthappy182 ปีที่แล้ว

    Nice sounding guitar and I really like the neck design.

  • @brianmurdock7428
    @brianmurdock7428 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful!

  • @eandjroch
    @eandjroch ปีที่แล้ว

    Guitar looks sweet!!

  • @jamesbrown-wt1cc
    @jamesbrown-wt1cc ปีที่แล้ว

    I'd call that finish "Jack Frost Melt".😁

  • @benzakonium
    @benzakonium ปีที่แล้ว

    That neck and truss road design is just genius.

  • @anthonyjohnson4734
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    Gorgeous