Musicman Sabre
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00:00 Specifications
02:47 The Geeky Stuff
07:45 Sound Demo
13:19 My Thoughts
Musicman Sabre
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Thank you for the positive reviews. My co workers and I work hard to give you guys the best quality guitars and basses around.
Thank you!
Keep up the good work. You are appreciated.
My JP15 is the best electric guitar I've ever played. Nothing else comes close to the neck, feel, features, sound, or quality. Just exceptional.
Gotta say, Phil, this review format is just (chef's kiss). So many details I couldn't have found elsewhere. Please keep doing these.
Thank you we are Refining it and I thank we are almost there
Ia!
Really loved the format and detail in this review! Add a slightly longer full 1st to highest fret play through on the next. Excellent work Phil.
I don't remember the last time I've seen Phil smile so much while playing
I will say, I am a fan boy, but I think Music Man and its lower price version Sterling by Music Man are the best brands on the market. Just my personal opinion.
I have the cutlass hss and it's far superior to my others highest quality on the market in my opinion
As an ltd fan boy, I agree
Ebmm makes excellent guitars. They play and sound fantastic. They are built with top notch craftsmanship. The Sterlings are solid especially for the price. A lot of players look past Ebmm. Same with G&L.
BUT FOR $3,500 BETTER BE AWESOME!
I'd say there isn't such thing as best brand. I'd say that Ibanez Guitars are the best electric guitars ever made, especially considering the price range.
You can get a RG for 300$ and with a little bit of setting it, it will play and sound great. In the end it's up to personal preference, and what you're looking for
Guitars that I’ve tried in the past that feature coil-splitting haven’t actually sounded like single coils to me. This on the other hand seems like they really nailed that tone.
Great review!
Yeah idk a ton about like tap/split etc but I think this being wired to the switch the way it is makes it a bit different but it really does come much closer to the strat thing than most like push/pull split setups I've seen.
@@joeydurant6267 First, splitting is separating two coils (or more but that's more common in bass pickups), tapping can only be done with specially manufactured single coil pickups.
The wiring isn't anything special. The individual coils of a humbucker tend to have a lower DC than true single coils. The humbuckers here have a quite high DC resistance.
Split humbuckers also tend to sound rather thin, but if you split humbuckers that are rather bass and mid heavy to begin with.... I'm guessing EBMM designed the pickups with splitting in mind.
Love your closing statement. It's nice to see one all about as perfect as possible, not just as original as possible. Nice review.
Fantastic review, Phil! Every time I get my hands on a Music Man or Sterling I love it, especially the neck. Such great guitars.
Your honest review and perspectives provides great insight to the Sabre. Thanks
What a beautiful piece of work/art. That thing is gorgeous in every way.
Hey Phil, you just really helped me to make my decision. Thank you for the excellent and professional reviews.
Oh man, I want it! Thanks for the deep dive review of this.
Brilliant detail in the review
I sold enough gear to finally buy a Pete Thorn Suhr which is one of the best I've ever played. These look great though! There's always another you want!!!!
I snagged the Sabre in their limited run Coral Burst, which has a solid rosewood neck. It's probably my favorite instrument. Plays like a dream, and I don't think there's a tone out of it I haven't loved, clean or dirty.
great video! all additions to the review routine are very good.
This would have easily been my go-to guitar if not for the thin neck dimension. Every single other thing about it is 100% in line with what I want, but that one detail is HUGE to me.
I’ve actually ended up finding my perfect guitar in a Chapman if you can believe it. I found it at Guitar Center before I even knew who or what Chapman was.
Suffice to say, I was Very surprised when I got home and did some research about my new toy and wow, what a lore. I had no idea I’d bought something with such a stigma behind it.
I feel fortunate I was able to try it objectively with no foreknowledge.
I actually owe this guitar for exposing me to the whole world of TH-cam guitars. I’ve found this very channel through all this. Now I’m hooked.
Also, I had such tunnel vision for how perfect this guitar felt to me; that I didn’t even notice it was a signature model. I personally never cared to own a signature model of anything because I’m all about romanticizing an individual connection with my guitar.
I modded the shit out of it. Put my own signature over the headstock and everything.
Two toned the hardware with black and gold. All that jazz.
Long winded… yeah. Yelling into the void.
Love the review Phil!
I'm very curious how you found out the EQ of the pickups. I think that's incredibly useful information and was my favorite part of the video.
I've wanted a Music Man Axis (EVH) for a long time, basically since Eddie started with MM. I finally got one that I wanted - I had been on the hunt for a purple one and got a dark purple (amethyst) from Music Zoo and it's everything I ever dreamed of and more. The attention to detail is perfect. A part of me is kind of sad because I can literally find nothing that I want to do to it (except locking tuners but it's a Floyd so it's not really that big a deal - just for string changes). As much as I love having a bunch of guitars, I'd easily trade almost all of mine in for another Music Man. It really lets me focus on enjoying playing.
American made Ernie Balls are consistently amazing guitars... greater specs/higher quality per dollar than many other big brands not to mention very good (not to mention unique) engineering without going full tilt "Gibson circa 2015". There is a very diverse assortment of EBMM guitars for many different tastes.
Great review. Nice to be back in the workshop!
Great review Phil. Would love to get my hands on one.
I’m looking at this guitar and Phil this the best most informative review on YT , thank you 🙏
Wow. That was awesome...thats quality there...great job phil...i just love love the green poly finish...
Much nicer review format. Two thumbs up.
This is a fantastic instrument. Looks are stellar, but the tones are crisp, clear, and articulate. Beyond my needs and ability.
They really build amazing quality. I’m always very impressed. 🤘🎸
As a non-pro/hobbyist who is not into the 3000-4000 dollar price range for guitars, I would at some point like to see a Sterling version of this model.
I see pro's not even spend that much
@@beefnacos6258 true. Plenty of people like guitars in that 1000-2000 dollar price range that are perfectly good as professionally gig-able instruments.
I'll go a step further and say that I know kick ass pros who never play anything above 1000, especially live. Makes sense actually
There is absolutely no reason to spend that much money on a guitar, unless you have such excess that you don't care.
You won't notice any difference between playability between this guitar and some cheap mod.
Thats not that expensive compared to classical instruments where 3000-4000 is considered a student model.
Although this is way out of my price range, the format of the review is great. Tons of good information showing everything one would need to know if interested in purchasing this unit.
great demo Phil
Great. Really enjoyed the format and info
Thanks for the dulcet tones on this Monday afternoon.
Your thumbs up got my attention. Looks great.
Thank you! I'm looking to purchase one of these (in Moonstone Blue) later this year. That being said, I've watched this video a few times. Great review. Very thorough.
My wife who has to suffer my TH-cam guitar channel addiction said - well at least I enjoy Phil's reviews LOL! You and John Robson are her favorites. Beautiful guitar - the first time I have ever considered owning a Musicman. Keep up the great work!
Thanks Phil, great job Sir.
Phil, thanks as always for what you do. I have a jp15 and it is really a perfect guitar. I have a lp standard and a couple american fenders which are all very nice but the jp is king of the collection. Plays effortless and a really wide palete of sound capabilities.
love your videos, man...
so informative!
This guy's great..I enjoy his videos.. I've been playing for thirty years and still leaning new things 👍👍
Amazing wood on this. I just bought a EBMM Valentine BFR with the flame top. These are as high quality as I've seen on any brand. Enjoy it!
That’s an amazing guitar!! Thanks Phil!
I love Music Man guitars. Quality through and through. I feel like they are the best guitars out there today.
Awesome review, beautiful guitar. Can't believe how dark it sounds
Great review style. Keep doing these!
@philmcknight Did you say in blue moonpie finish? 😉
Man I wanted to. lol
Amazingly detailed review. I'd love to see your take on the new Musicman HT pick-ups, or some of the Fishman Fluence models
Wow that a beauty for sure Phil. I agree and hope they make a less expensive version some day. I also think its worth mentioning that the tone of that guitar was very awsome. I say that because I cant always tell if its good or bad when i listen on my lap top, and it sounded awsome. Thanks for the great video as always.
I own this exact guitar in the Blue Moonstone finish. Gotta say it's my best player
I'm such a fan of MM, I have the majesty and it's a flawless guitar and I've reeeeeally been watching for a used st vincent goldie. Great review, thanks Phil
Absolutely LOVE my MMs!!! Thank you Phil for touching on them again!
Have also been BLOWN AWAY by the Sterling line in the past few years! I think they are the best guitar for the money out today!
I'm a Silhouette and Majesty guy.
Thanks for the video Sir.
This bad boy should be in my hands in 2 days. Can't wait!
Nice work 🤘
The top on this one looks like you can deep dive into to!
Daaaaamn that guitar looks epic and sounds even better!
Another thing to keep in mind with Music Man, you can absolutely find birds eye maple, or even some more plain looking ones, all within the same SKU/model. The birds eye stuff is definitely more rare.
Great review, thanks phil
Had a Lukather. loved it. Thanks Phil for all your videos.
I have one. Amazing tone, feel, neck, weight, look. Unbeatable 🤘🏼
A very well designed and well manufactured guitar, from the beautiful finish to the cavity shielding and how the wiring is neatly finished! It not a cheap guitar by any means as its over $3,000.00 but they cheaper out on the inlays!
It would be cool if the guy at Guitar Center would let me try this...
I own this same exact guitar and color haha compared to every other I own which are core Prs, Fgn, and etc, this neck makes your hands never fatigue it’s super comfortable
oh law.... G. A. S. is a thing. that is so nice. thanks Phil! (I had to freeze the 'party plastic' in ice in the fridge.)
I have a Sterling AX40D I bought years ago, and for what I paid for it, it is unbelievable. Music Man never seems to make a bad instrument. Great video Phil!
This is a great review format... oh, and the guitar is amazing too. 😂
I really dig guitars with the 5 way super switch.
I’m new to your channel, that musicman looks awesome!
Man I love this video. The Sabre is definitely on my list to get at some point. My only concern is the neck.
Awesome review! Super well organized…please if you can a MM Luke III review will be very helpful for me…great work man!
always love that headstock design
but all about this guitar is awesome
I have three Mike Lipe guitars (Virtuoso, Classic & Soldato), all have flamed maple necks with stunning patterns like this Music Man. Just beautiful.
Love that you got into the deep details. That neck is gorgeous, love love love ebony
I tried one and man. One of the best guitars out there. It's on my bucket list.
This is the ultimate guitar review, please do every single guitar lol
Top honest review again Phil thanks. 🥃👍Respect to you.
great review
Thats a Beauty for sure! I'll keep dreaming...maybe someday. Out of my pay grade. Great video Phil.
Test drove one recently. Sweet guitar.
Nice looking and sounds great 👍🤘
Love my Axis & JP6, but holy balls EBMM pricing is nuts now. Glad I bought those guitars close to 10 years ago before prices almost doubled.
That neck is crazy awesome!
Fit and finish on MM guitars is unbeatable.
Hey Phil. Thanks for such a quality in depth review. Most enjoyable. How does this compare to the PRS S2 Custom 24 08 you recently played ? Seem similar ? I’m looking for a flexible dual humbucker with trem. These 2 have my attention thanks to you !!
What a beautiful thing!
Great informative video on a beautiful guitar Phil
Glad you liked it!
Always wanted a music man ever since trying the majesty and jp15-7 at a local shop. Just got my first one (JP15) last fall, and I have nothing but smiles when it's in hand. safe to say if you're hesitant on buying, don't! Amazing guitar with that beefy quality.
Heya Phil, awesome vid
Gorgeous. See? Chrome humbuckers look great on gloss ocean blue. Is the action really that low? I'd put a couple of chrome knobs with abalone caps just for looks.
My dream guitar
Great review Phil, I've been thinking of getting one for a long time, maybe now I sell a couple guitars to buy one.
I wish it had a full-floating trem. Just recessed in workout terms. Saw one at a boutique guitar store on the Oregon Coast. It was breathtaking. Literally the most beautiful instrument I’ve ever seen.
I love this guitar . It has 3/8" maple top....1/8" more than a standard. It sounds and plays perfectly 🎸👍
These guitars are worth every penny. I have 3 different music man guitars. The quality is impeccable and they stay in tune like a champ!
Sounds great
Beautiful guitar. I like MusicMan guitar designs in generally, and particularly the 2+4 tuners. I have a little concern regarding Position 5, which sounded muffled and a bit too compressed. I would be tempted to raise the pole pieces on the Neck Pickup to get more clarity and articulation. It might be useful to lower that pickup a little as well to get less compression. If that didn't get me the clarity I wanted, I'd consider flipping the pickup around so the pole pieces face towards the bridge. I did that on an old Gibson ES-175 that I have, and it made all the difference. I pretty much live on the Neck Pickup.
Reeeeaaallly like the neck pickup there
I ended up purchasing the guitar in this video (unbeknownst to me at the time). I've played a Sabre before and as I remembered it truly is a special guitar. While more of a "thicker neck fan" I still really enjoy playing this guitar. The most comfortable guitar I've ever played.
Great review Phil! Always appreciate the honesty! Did you use the Friedman BE pedal(spoken) or Smallbox(pictured)?
Small box
@@PhillipMcKnight sounds great again, thanks for clearing that up!
wow that is gorgeous
Stunning guitar. Music Man's quality is exceptional. This is on my radar. Oh boy, it's going to be expensive.
Phil what tool did you use for measuring string height? I would like to get one. Can you tell me where I might buy one? Love this video! You do the best reviews.