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I Sold ALL My Guitars For This... | .Strandberg* Boden Prog NX 6 Review
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- Äas pĆidĂĄn 16. 08. 2024
- Are Strandberg guitars really as good as people say they are? In this video we take a deep dive into the .Strandberg* Boden Prog NX 6 as I talk about my experience with this massively interesting and meticulously designed guitar.
After suffering with issues with my hands and arms for a little while this Strandberg Boden was my last ditch attempt at solving those problems once and for all. With a slogan like Feel Better Play Better, could this guitar really deliver on that promise?
Thanks for checking out this video dudes, I hope you enjoyed it! Leave a comment below letting me know what you thought about this awesome instrument đ€
Chapters:
0:00 Intro & Demo w/Solo
1:28 I sold my guitars for this
2:24 Space Age Construction
5:31 Thank You Dudes
5:51 Unmatched Playability
9:13 How Does It Sound
11:00 Was It Worth It?
12:15 Uh Oh
#strandberg #goheadless #jacktaylorguitars
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With arthritis in my left arm and being a right handed player I was barely playing anymore, until I bought my Boden. I've gone from the odd 20 minute session to playing for up to an hour.
Thatâs incredible! Makes me happy you managed to find something that works too. Thanks so much for checking out the video, I really appreciate it đ€
I definitely agree! The Endurneck helps us play with less discomfort! I'm the proud owner of a Salen Jazz! đ
@@Rodney_T 100%! Thatâs awesome man. Iâve got a SĂ€len HH trem coming on Monday but donât tell anyone đ
dammit ... again ... i may never play again cus of lost my hearing and had such horrible physical pains get tin the way and i could have used this guitar so much.. motehfffff..
maybe i should sell the rest of my guitars and hope my ears can recover before i die if htey can or that my body could handle the pains id have had the will to push through that for the music. i needed to move also from this sh apartment so i could actually make noise. prob am gonna die before i get a chance. oh well. sorry im being a bummer i dont care too much though. lol. people dont know.. people dont care. im not a drama queen or someone that exaggerates but i didnt have any options left. people arent built to really care unless its like a specific sutiation where theyre close to you already. i wish life was more mathematically fair, but its not at all. some people just get royally screwed and it never ends.
@@Stringz Sorry Iâve just seen this, I donât get notifications for some replies for some reason.
Take this for what you will but Iâm so sorry that youâve ended up in that situation. I canât imagine or put myself on your shoes but losing that canât be easy to say the least. I empathise with you deeply and would love to be able to give you some answers but itâs probably out of my control. All I can do is sincerely hope that you find some way to engage with music if thatâs what you want to do but otherwise, I hope you find some joy in whatever you choose to do instead. Thank you for watching my silly video, it means a lot!
I agree with your assessment - I have 2 Strandbergs and it is so easy to just "fall into them" and play, no pain no strain. Ergonomics and playability aside, they have marvelous tone.
Youâre totally right! Thanks for checking out the video, I appreciate it! đ€
Though i'm not much into headless guitars, I see their rise of popularity as a very good sign for the guitar industry. Improvements of this instrument has been hold back for SO LONG because of some kind of snobish culture among guitar players (you know, that "I don't care about modern stuff, I want exactly what Jimmy Page was using in 1962!").
But now, finally, we get to see a solid bunch of evolutions. New neck shapes, more ergonomic body shapes, fanned and true temperament frets, new fretboard radiuses, improved tuning tech, new bridges system (hello Evertune)⊠Definitely a good path imo.
Youâre totally right again my dude, 100%! Guitar is so routed in tradition that itâs hard for any real innovation to take off. To me Strandberg are really at the forefront of making the electric guitar something more than itâs been for decades and thatâs definitely the right path. Thereâs space for modern and traditional but having the option is what really matters! Thanks again bro đ€
U know I feel the same way my left shoulder hurts left arm hurts also right hand player I should sell my guitars too â€â€ thanks man great video good idea đź
@@guitarpoetone1 I canât tell if this is completely serious but, if it is, Iâm not saying you should sell all your stuff đ I just did it because playing means a lot to me and I had to take a chance, you know? With injuries like mine from BJJ itâs probably not going to go away so if I can prolong my playing then itâs worth thinking about. Thanks for checking out the video mate, I do appreciate it.
Ps. If I was balling I would have probably just bought the Strandy and kept everything but needs must đ€Ł
I finally got an NX Prog 6 a couple of days ago, and it's everything I'd hoped it would be. One of the most comfortable and best playing guitars I've ever owned. My old a$$ is playing riffs I haven't been able to do in years. Such a marvel of engineering.
Iâm super happy to hear that youâre loving it mate, thatâs great news! Cheers for checking out the video too đ€
Jack, I want to say thank you for the awesome Strandberg videos. After watching them and trying one out, I pulled the trigger, traded in 5 of my axes and brought home a lefty Boden NX6T in Glacier Burst. It's the most comfortable guitar I've ever played and Strandberg OEM pickups are better than I expected, I planned to swap them out but I'm not sure now.
Appreciate the effort to put these videos together and the passion for Strandberg. Thanks!
Dude, thatâs awesome! Congratulations on your new Strandberg (youâve got the best colour in the 6 strings by far too!)
No need to thank me man, Iâm just really happy my videos helped you get a great guitar. Thanks for watching dude, I really appreciate it đ€
Hey, lefty fellow here too! How is it holding up 1 month later? I am really interested in hearing about its tuning stability, especially when using the tremolo bar.
In my opinion, it's so worth it. I own two from 2019 neck through. One has suhr pickups, and the other is fishman modern. I pretty much only play those two guitars. Live or studio work. Great guitars.
Oh dude, I'm jealous. The neck through models are the perfect configuration imo. Glad you're stoked on yours and thanks for watching the video đ€
Hi Jack, I wholeheartedly agree with you regarding Strandberg guitars. I am able to play longer with minimal pain. I've had my Salen Jazz for more than a month now. I actually returned it thinking it doesn't help my fret hand pain. A few days later, I went back to the music shop and got it back! It does help! Being able to play with less pain is worth the price! I did not want to quit playing. Thank you for the awesome video! Looking forward to seeing more!đž
Dude, it makes me really happy to hear that you've had success with your Salen. They're such cool guitars too! No problem mate, thank you for checking it out. I'm really glad you enjoyed it đ€
Thank you for this video (and another one you made about Strandberg guitars). I have just ordered one Prog , my second and certainly last electric guitar, given my age and the price it cost... Since I learned to play, I've always wanted a lighter guitar than the one I had bought, because I found it so heavy, even sitting it's unpleasant. And these guitars are also incredibly beautiful (to my taste). So, I'll receive it next Monday... I hope I'll be as stunned as you are!
That's awesome, congratulations on the new guitar! It sounds like this will tick all the boxes for you so I hope you love it! And thanks so much for checking out the videos, it means a lot đ€
I am primarily a bass player but I started on the guitar so can play it a bit. My friend bought a 6-string Strandberg a couple of years ago, I tried it and was positively shocked by the ergonomics. It was so comfortable it basically played itself.
Totally dude, it's scary how much easier they are to play than most guitars! Thanks for watching mate đ€
If I were a guitarist THIS is the guitar I would HAVE to have. From the videos I have seen promoting it .Strandbergs appear to be the next step up in the evolution of electric guitars.
I fully agree with that mate! People talk about innovation a lot but strandberg are actually doing it imo. Thanks for checking out the video dude đ€
If youâre not a guitarist what do you get out of watching this video?
In my opinion, the neck makes or breaks a guitar for me. The way you described it makes me really want to buy one of these because I've never gotten along with thin neck guitars. If I ever get a headless it's going to be a strandberg
Totally, I 100% agree! I can forgive a lot if the guitar plays super well and feels great in the fretting hand. Mate, I used to love a thin neck but they ended up killing me in the end. The Endurneck is something special! Try and give one a god. And thank you for checking out the video đ€
I have the Sarah longfield 6 string and it's great. Its about 5 lbs and plays beautifully.
They are a killer looking guitar dude! Glad to hear theyâre good and thanks for checking out the video, I appreciate itđ€
I just purchased a Standard NX6 hardtail. Can't wait for it to arrive.
Amazing dude! I hope you love it and thanks for checking out the video đ€
Bought this exact same guitar after getting my first Strandberg Boden Standard, totally worth the price of admission IMO.
I couldn't agree more dude! It's a scary price tag at first for a lot of folks, me included, but I don't regret it one bit. Appreciate you checking out the video mate, thank you! đ€
Just found you, your enthusiasm is infectious and has inspired me to play more! Keep the videos comingâŠ.
Thank you mate, that really means a ton to me! Hope you have a blast playing more man đ€
Great video, mate! I also plan to sell a couple of my guitars to pick up a Strandberg. I had my doubts, but as soon as I picked one up to play, it was nothing like anything I'd played before. And I couldn't even notice any sense of having to adapt to a new guitar, which has always been the case for me. The R&D that must've gone into these instruments is mind-boggling. Anyway, I'm really looking forward to having one of my own. Cheers!
Thanks so much my dude, I'm really happy you enjoyed it! That's awesome, I hope you have a blast with it when it comes. Take care mate đ€
This was an excellent review of the Strandberg guitar. Didn't contain any fluff and mindless noodling. This should be the template of all review videos. Thanks.
That means a huge amount to me mate, thank you. Iâm really glad it helped! đ€
I am glad for your choice and satisfaction, keep on playing in your much happier mode! What you did with your guitar collection for a single guitar was a very brave move, all to keep your guitar playing alive! In your circumstance, it was obviously a good choice on your part, it was interesting! Thank you for sharing how much it meant to you! †đ€ đ
Thanks so much for the wholesome comment. That made my day and I'm glad it came across like that in the video! Sometimes you have to take a chance to keep doing what you love I guess. I appreciate you, thanks again đ€
Great review man! Really made up my mind about Strandberg. I actually live 30 minutes from their HQ in Uppsala. I'll probably go there to try their guitars
Dude, that's really kind of you to say. I'm just glad it helped! Ah awesome, if you can you totally should. I've got family in Sweden, little bit further away though but I love it there so much. Thanks for watching man, I appreciate it đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars No problems, man! Ah, cool! Where in Sweden if I may ask?
They're in Dalarna. I guess in Swedish terms, it's considered pretty close though actually đ In British terms not so much haha I think they're about 2-3 hours away from Strandberg HQ.
@@JackTaylorGuitars Haha, well itÂŽs pretty close :) We use to take the kids and camp in up in Dalarna, in a town called RĂ€ttvik. And we have lot of friends living in Dalarna, like Mora, Falun etc.
RĂ€ttvik is beautiful, man. We visited during Classic Car week last time I was over. The lake is amazing. Again, though, not unusual for Sweden đ Cool, so my family are in Vansbro if you're familiar with it! The size of Sweden baffles me a little bit considering I'm used to here so I don't know how well known certain places are if that makes sense haha
Bought myself the same guitar a year ago as my soulfret. I didnât waste time buying 10 guitars and then selling them to get the one I have now. I feel like I made the right choice even as a drummer, Iâm super happy with my purchase and makes me giddy about playing on my Strandberg prog green and big orange đ stack â€congrats on your purchase and playing đ€đ
That's the best feeling in the world when you still get giddy about your guitar time and time again dude! I'm glad you're stoked on it. Thank you man, I appreciate the kind words and you checking out the video đ€
You are not an idiot âŠreally nice playing âŠand I bought the original nx 7 and my hand doesnât hurt anymore and the crazy part is thing sounds better than my PRS core
Thatâs kind of you to say mate, thank you! My Mrs might disagree though đ€Ł Thatâs awesome, Iâm stoked it made a difference for you too and youâre enjoying it. Thanks again and for checking out the video đ€
Love mine. This one together with my Revstars (I know COMPLETELY different guitars) is everything I play these days.
Theyâre awesome arenât they! To be fair though, the Revstars are awesome too. Thanks for checking out the video man đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars they really are, even for metal and doom like I play. Insanely underrated.
Yes! I thought that about my Rev too, it sounded super tough! Very underrated, I miss that guitarâŠ
Classical position makes any guitar comfortable. Even Randy Rhoads sat with his v for hours in that position.
Did an 8 hour session today with a Charvel on my left leg and pain free and I'm 41.
I completely agree, classical is the move. Itâs just not every guitar sits nicely for it, teles and les paulâs especially. Vâs are great though. Thanks for checking out the video mate đ€
I donât even like headless guitars but I did buy the 8 string boden and I absolutely love this one, out of all headless guitars this is the best one for sure.
That's dope dude, I'm glad you found one you like! Really want to get my hands on a Boden 8 at some point too, I'm jelous! Thanks for watching man đ€
Great video. Guitar looks awesome. I laugh when Strandberg calls them "headless" though. There's a huge block of wood at the end of the neck!
Cheers dude! I guess youâre right mate đ
I've been considering selling a couple of my pointy guitars to get a NX7. I am not a huge fan of the look, but ergonomics really do become a bit more important as you age.
I think it's totally a worthwhile investment dude! If you get your hands on one I hope you like it! đ€
I've got a red Boden OS6 with a roasted maple neck and Birdseye maple board. It's unreal! The chambering makes the resonance insane. The neck has "forced" me into a better playing position for both the hands and the neck/back. The switching options are awesome too.
The only thing that I don't like has been changed in the NX models. There isn't a deep enough forearm contour, but a sweat band on my forearm is good enough. The NX has a deeper contour and a better neck joint than the OS ones.
I don't have a trem on mine either, so I will have to buy another in the future, but might need to sell a kidney first đ€Ł
I know the OS youâre talking about and theyâre gorgeous, such a nice guitar! Iâm really stoked youâre loving yours too.
Iâm fully ready to sell some organs for a hardtail 6 option to be fair đ Thanks for checking out the video, I really appreciate it đ€
Your video made me smile, because I traded 5 guitars and 2 amps to get this guitar. And it is the same color too.
I absolutely love it. My other electric guitar is Godin xtSA.
Stranberg is more comfortable to play, but in my opinion Godin sounds slightly better.
Thank you for your video
Dude, I'm really glad you enjoyed the video! It's cool to know that it's not just me who thinks the sacrifice of trading/selling loads of other instruments for this thing is worth it. Thank you for watching mate, I appreciate it loads đ€
I love Strandberg guitars. I have CTS and RSI in both hands/wrists. Though, I very much prefer the non-OS and pre-NX Original models because of the roasted maple and solid top. Both are just cosmetic preferences of course.
I'm glad you found some guitars that are helping mate! It's rough dealing with those issues. I've never tried one of the earlier models but I'd really like to. Thanks for watching mate! (and for warning me about the strap đ)
Thatâs all what modern guitarists needđ Planning to invest on those dope axesđ„ Love from India..Amazing review mateđđ»
Thank you so much my dude, I'm glad you enjoyed it! You're absolutely right man, I love these things so much đ€
Been catching your videos more lately. Glad to see this one, I been wanting a Strandberg for basically the reasons you got yours. Can't wait to get the money together, thanks my dude. Awesome video and def subscribed.
Thanks man that's really cool of you, I'm glad to have you around! They're fantastic man, it's done absolute wonders for my ability to play. Couldn't recommend them highly enough and hope you get your hands on one soon! All the best bro đ€
Dude! I came back to say I finally picked one up. Same model, just with the natural flame maple. You were a big part in me getting one and my hands couldn't be happier. Thanks bro for the vids you make đ€@@JackTaylorGuitars
Ironically man I had 18 Jackson guitars âŠI played a Strandberg and lost my love for other guitars ..sold all my Jacksonâs and Iâm on my 2nd berg now !! I love them man everything you said is accurate
Dude, I am fully with you on that. Theyâre absolutely unreal! Thanks for checking out the video man, I appreciate it đ€
Thatâs so cool man!đȘđ»
I was always intrigued with strandberg guitars but I never tried one, next time I end up in a guitar store Iâm gonna!!!
Go for it dude! Theyâre so interesting to play. Iâve done my best to describe it but nothing will explain it better than getting one in your hands. Thanks for checking it out as always my dude. Hope youâre well! đ€
I have two. The Prog NX 6 and 7. Still have my 2 schecters too, but I don't play them much at all anymore
Yeah man, they'll do that to you! Thanks for checking out the video, I appreciate it đ€
I find 'knitting' better than train spotting. Gives you more to do with your hands, and you get a wooly jumper in winter.
Thatâs very true mate! Or maybe even a little bit of crochet? đ thanks for checking out the video dude, I appreciate it đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars đ I hadn't thought of crochet. Good call. You could have a woolly scarf to go with the jumper. Win, win. Keep you warm for train spotting in the winter.
All the best mate.
Exactly mate, gotta get ready for the naff weather! And to you dude, thanks again!
dude, I bought the same guitar around new year and really tried to go with the suhrs, but I couldn't after just a week.
I am typically a passive guy cuz the chugs sound a certain way through metal amps (spec. 5150), but these Suhrs were too soft on the attack for me (maybe that's just my set). Since I knew that I loved the immediacy and almost HD-feel of the Fishman Fluence Moderns, I went with those and I am super happy that I did!
I have the passive sound as default and pull on volume for active sound. Now add in a push-pull tone knob for coil splitting and you have a versatile beast! I also replaced the 5-way for a 3-way. Love that config for the studio and the default passive humbucking setting is just what I wanted for a typical metal feel.
I can definitely reccommend this config!
Also - super happy that the Strandy makes you play more! Same goes for me. It's just so handy to bring almost everywhere either in the house or elsewhere. Strandy + Wireless + Spark Go = winning mobility combo! (Spark Go is also a great headphone amp!)
Thanks for checking out the video dude! I'm stoked you had similar success with your Strandberg!
That pickup config sounds great man, I really like the sound of that. I've heavily considered a set of EMG Daemonums but I've actually really grown to love the Suhrs. No plans to change them right now but that could change in the future too đ Man, I've got a Spark Go sitting on my shelves waiting to make a video on it. It's a killer little thing! Thanks again dude đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars Yeah, I seem to be the only guy on the internet to not like the Suhrs :D
Well, unpack that Spark Go and put it in the Strandy gigbag - best thing ever!
is it weird i own a Strandberg, but still watch videos about them? Such beautiful guitars
Not at all dude! I've been with my Mrs years and I love seeing her every day. Same thing basically đ Thanks for watching man and I hope she doesn't see this reply haha đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars well said
The guitar looks sick! Does the tremolo system do all the things a Floyd Rose will do? I'm also glad you can play still, I went through a long period that I couldn't play at all.
Thanks man that means a lot! It sucks doesnât not being able to play? The trem is great, you can dive bomb and stuff but they donât flutter like a Floyd. Granted, I havenât messed around with spring tension but I think itâs due to the mass rather than the springs. Appreciate you checking out the video dude, thank you! đ€
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Enjoy it dude,I must say I love the look of stranberg guitars!
Thanks so much mate! It's a lovely thing. If you can get your hands on one I would wholeheartedly giving them a try đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars do they come in left handed orientation?
Currently, I donât believe so but I think theyâre only a few months from bringing some out which would be awesome!
Great overview man and beautiful Axe!! Topically only a few weeks away from ordering my first GOC headless, as they also have an asymmetric neck profile, so excited I love ergonomic design......... Subbed! Peace
That's super kind of you bro, thanks so much! That's definitely an exciting purchase dude, I think the first one I ever saw was on Andrew Baena's channel if I'm not mistaking. Definitely a cool looking thing! I hope you have a blast with it man. Thanks again đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars Thank you for the videos man!.. Great to hear the Strandberg is letting you play comfortably and be inspired!
Wicked cheers, I will check out his channel!... And the Bowden 7 at the end, I've played the exact model, what and absolutely unit đđ enjoy dude!
Thank you dude! Oh yeah do it, Andrew is one of the best guys for extended range stuff, if not the best. Makes some quality videos! Thanks again my dude đ€
I had to comment. I liked and subscribed, btw, cuz your playing is great. Thoughtful, not mindless speed, nice phrasing, etc.
The reason I wanted to comment though is because I am a 55 year old who has been tinkering with guitar for about 45 years now and the Strandberg Boden Prog NX 6 is of great interest to me. As I type this I'm 7 weeks post surgical from having both carpal tunnel release and CMC arthroplasty on the right thumb. I already had my left hand carpal tunnel AND cubital tunnel surgery about 5 years ago. I am seriously interested in the ergonomics of this guitar. The funny thing though is that I'm much more of a Stevie Ray Vaughan, Johnny Winter, or other Texas blues type of player.
I'd like to hear how you feel about this axe after owning it for a while.
Would you possibly do a 'Flashback' episode after a year or so? It would be really cool to hear how your hands have responded to the guitar over a bit of time.
Thank you mate, thatâs really kind of you to say!
Sorry to hear about your hand troubles too but Iâm glad youâre on the way to getting back to normal. Iâll absolutely do a follow up video dude, no problem at all.
Itâs a few months Iâve been playing Strandbergs the most now and Iâve found that theyâve been a huge help in getting back to a level where I can play a lot and have no fatigue or pain, thatâs been fairly consistent. I still have some problems that Iâm working on with resistance band exercises but itâs nowhere near the level it was. But yeah man, Iâll do a full follow up after a few months, a year etc. Thanks again mate đ€
Greetings from another strandberg player that is over the moon with these guitars. Its hard not to come off sounding like a fan boy because if these work for you they really really work for you lol. Fyi yes from personal experience be careful with the multi tool as it is quite easy to break and i really wish they would just make it out of solid metal.
Hey man! Absolutely man, youâre totally right. And I will dude, the tool is such a great thing but Iâve started to feel it give slightly only when using a little pressure. Solid metal would be loads better and recyclable forever, rather than the obvious issues with plastic. Thank you for checking out the video dude, Iâm glad youâre a fan of these guitars too! đ€
I'm going to do it. Sell all my guitars and get one. Thanks
Only if you're sure man! I gambled and it worked out incredibly well for me but I'd never suggest anyone should be as impulsive as I am sometimes đ If you can try one first, do it. Thanks for watching mate đ€
I have this same guitar, it was also my first strandberg. Now I have an nx metal to go with it.
Yeah dude! The NX metal is so cool, I hope it's good! Cheers man đ€
Great coverage of what to expect with this guitar and you definitely look like you're enjoying it which is awesome đ€
Interestingly, they put active pickups in the 7 string (Fishman Fluence Modern).
I see Strandberg does a standard version that looks to be about 30% cheaper; did you consider one of those? Just wondering if the extra money is worth it?
Thanks so much my dude, Iâm really glad it helped! And they do! My Boden 7 has fluence moderns and they sound great.
The standards are really cool man, I like them a lot. I think youâre still getting an awesome guitar with all the DNA. I did consider one but the Prog was what I really wanted. The extra cash imo is worth it but youâd still get a sick guitar with a Standard, the Originals are great too. Thereâs a new review for an Original 6 coming soon if youâre interested.
Sorry for the wall of text đ thanks for watching mate, I really appreciate it đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars sweet, nothing to apologise for, love the extra info đ€.
I just looked at your video list and see you did a review on your 7 string, so that's where I'm heading now. I've had shoulder problems for 9 months that hinder my ability to play as I can't always rotate at the shoulder to be able to strum/pick. Considering if the body on these would help and don't have a 7 string (yet) đ€đ€
Cheers dude! Ah right, it's entirely possible especially if you can make the most of the shape and sit classically (if you don't already). Might help a lot!
The 7 string True Temperament version is even better! Makes me want to sell my other guitars.
It does look sick dude! I'm just reading your other comment now bro. Thanks for watching too, I appreciate it! đ€
Are there advantages to the headless design? - because i just can't get with the aesthetics of it. Maybe in 20 years that'll be the norm and headstocks will look archaic - but for me, the aesthetics of a guitar are important.
I don't know if it'll ever be the norm but I do think it's a nice option to have. Other than increased tuning stability through being headless, the advantages come mostly from it being lighter, more manoeuvrable and ergonomic. Ultimately, if you like a headstock then stick with it. We like what we like! Thanks for watching mate, I appreciate it! đ€
One advantage is that you can just put it down on flat surface without having to worry about said surface affecting the tuner knobs..
I appreciate your honest feelings. I have hand/nerve strength/control issues and working through them with physio. Strandbergs might also be a solution to longer term playing (I am 66) ha. I play with another guitarist/vocalist. We capo around for vocal range adjustments. Does a capo work on this neck?
Thanks mate, I hope the video helped some! They definitely should be a consideration at the very least, if you can try one out that would be a good call. In terms of a capo, I honestly don't know mate. I don't have one to try actually so I wouldn't want to say either way. My gut feeling is that it would be fine but don't take my word for it. Thanks again đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars Thanks. It's a bit of a mystery.
Now get the Harley benton version for a compare lol!
You might well have read my mind Mark đ Cheers for taking a look at this mate đ€
One of the local store here have 2 of them, but I'm too scared to try them. Though, if one day I could afford them, I'll definitely give them a try.
You should just have a mess around on one for a little bit my dude, see what you think. For me, there was a voice in my head that was telling me Iâm not good enough to own one of these but Iâm so glad I didnât listen. Hope youâre well mate and thanks for checking the video out as always đ€
â@@JackTaylorGuitars You're welcome, mate, keep up with the great videos and riffs. Stuffs are going well (I think?).
My fear is more on the side of me ending up liking them, and not being able to afford them. Well, if the whole design does help alleviate some of my playing problem, I would definitely save up for one, but for now, I'll just focus on the Q54 first.
Cheers dude đ Yeah, seems to be man. Iâm having fun making videos and chatting with you guys so thatâs all that matters to me!
Ah, I see what you mean. Yeah, temptation can be a bit of a nightmare. The Qâs are still fantastic guitars dude. Thanks for always checking in mate, it means a lot đ€
I got the boden original nx6 a few months ago and havent touched my other guitars, Now they feel clunky
That definitely does happen! Thanks for watching mate đ€
I was looking for a headless guitar about 6 months ago and ended up going for an Ibanez Q series, it's lights, razer thin, sounds good and has multi tone options...... my biggest fear after watching these sorta videos is picking up a berg. All that smoke means they must be fire.
I had a couple of Qs too mate, actually my first reviews on the channel! Fantastic guitars man, they just went to fund other stuff unfortunately but they were ace. What I will say is the Strandberg is just like nothing else Iâve ever played. Iâm sat writing with it right now đ Really appreciate you checking out the video, thank you đ€
I'm interested in the Q but it doesn't look like they're as comfortable for classical seated playing position. What's your experience been? These strands seem to have the perfect cut-out spot to rest on the right leg.
@@12to3Guitars The area after the jack socket sits well on the leg. You don't need to rest the tuners on the leg like some people do.
I have a Boden Original 8 from 2017 and the strap is still squeaky. :)
Nice video, and what a freaking awesome intro tune đ€đ
Thanks so much my dude! I can't actually remember the demo for this one but it'd be a shame not to flesh it out đ€
Hi Jack, thanks for the review. I'm GAS'ing for a Strandberg hard, could you tell me how it compares to the Ibanez Q's you had about a year ago?
I know the feeling my dude! đ So, the Qâs are great guitars but Iâd say they feel like a lighter, more manoeuvrable strat or something like that. The Strandbergs have completely their own vibe man, nothing else Iâve played is like them, but itâs also not for everybody purely for the neck profile. I love it but some people donât. I also donât want to feed into your GAS too hard man but I wouldnât buy another Q series if a Strandberg was on the cards. I appreciate you checking out the video man, thank you! đ€
I have arthritis in my hands.These guitars brought me back.
That's great news mate, I'm super happy they worked out for you too! Thanks for watching đ€
Strandberg should pay you to sell this for them, such a great video ... there is just no convincing me guitars with missing pieces :P
Thatâs super kind of you to say, thank you! I doubt Iâm the quality of player Strandberg would ever work with but it doesnât stop me loving the instruments đ Cheers Natascha đ
@@JackTaylorGuitars Well when it comes to selling more guitars and making them money it's about how good of a job you're doing selling them, not playing them ... if they're smart ... :P
@@nataschabomm I guess thatâs one way to look at it đ€Ł Donât get me wrong, Iâd love to work with them, but whether I could do them justice is a different matter!
@@JackTaylorGuitars well you almost had me convinced even though someone cut off the headstock and that's a big no no đ€Łđ€Ł
Iâll take that! Headstocks are overrated đđ
Such beautiful machinery
I fully agree mate! Thanks for checking out the video đ€
shout out Toy Machine! killer tones.
Yes brooo! That was a great deck, I liked it a lot. Youâre the first person to shout out the board too so hyped on that đ€ Thanks for checking out the video man I appreciate it!
I love plini since he uses one.. i am very much love the design aesthetic of it. For me price is still very high for veneer, richlite fretboard and not roasted maple neck, Indonesia made guitar. There is a reason it is made on far east. The labor is like 1/4 of the west. Sometimes it feels like a ripoff.
Cheers for watching man! I have to admit I did feel similarly before I started checking out the reasons for each of those design choices but it totally makes sense to make from a manufacturing and environmental standpoint. All I can say is that, to me personally, Strandbergs are definitely worth the cost. Also, the dedicated lines they have at PT Cort are super impressive. Where a guitar is made makes absolutely no difference to me personally as long as it's great! Thanks again dude đ€
There's no one stopping you from buying a $5,000 guitar from the Custom Shop. By the way: Do you wear $50 branded shirts made in Vietnam and feel good about it? đ€Ł
@@petergrohmuller1372 50 USD is too much expensive for a tshirt đąđą
@@parmeshgurung Beg your pardon. That was a little bit satire.đ
But I'm writing from Germany, and every day I see people here, who feel hip when they walk around in clothes by Hugo Boss, Armani, or whatever and pay huge prices for them, even though all that stuff is now being produced in Bangladesh or Vietnam for ridiculous wages.
@@petergrohmuller1372 coming from third world country which is poorer than Indonesia, 50 USD for tshirt is only for super rich here đ đ đ . Thanks for pointing out about the wage. Companies like strandberg go to third world country because of the cheap wage which is almost more than half compared to first world like US. Still wish to own one though esp plini Salen one đ đ . Things that I mentioned like roasted maple, maple top etc used to come standard on strandberg. They removed it in order to be âeco friendlyâ. A apple charger move đ đ
Liked & subcribed!! Rock on brother!!!đđžđ
Thanks so much mate, I really appreciate it! And you bro đ€
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Thanks my dude! Hope you're well đ€
Love your reviews :) have you checked out the Cort G290 fat2 and the G300 yet?
Cheers mate, I really appreciate that! I havenât actually, my only experience with Cort as a brand was when I was about 16 so weâre taking another 16 years ago! A buddy had one and I really liked it. Thanks again dude đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars Nice one mate :D very direct and informational without bias and no mixing of words. Those are the reviews that allow and enable folks to choose their axe wisely so, well done! I'm a bassist who dabbles with guitar but I have found the Cort G290 Fat2, exceptional in build and tone. I have 5 guitars: HB KR tele tribute, Squier CV50s tele, PRS SE Santana, Jackson Aidrian Smith SDX and the Cort G290. I am blown away by the Cort and highly recommend it. All the best mate and thanks again for your top reviews.
That means a lot to me dude, thank you đđ»ââïž I'll have to take a look at them man, they definitely seem like a great option. Thanks again and all the best mate đ€
Haha how good is classical position đ€đ€ sorry I'm only a minute in ... I'll watch the rest of the video now
Bro, just the best thing I've done for my playing from a technical standpoint! No need to apologise at all man, I appreciate you checking it out. Thanks dude đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars I used to have trouble going from sitting to standing when playing but once I switched to classical position it's been a breeze also less strain on my wrist. I checked the price of the strandburg in Australian dollars and it made me cry haha
Yeah dude, thatâs definitely another benefit for sure. I very rarely stand to play tbh but when I do the transition is so easy. Oh mate, I donât know what the AUD price is and Iâm not sure I want to!
@@Nickshreds890 yeah I have been looking into them as I've seen them on the walls of my local shop. I do overnight security work so they might be a bit easier to sneak into the office for a bit of shred practice đ€đ€đ€
@@Nickshreds890 yeah man I have an Indonesian RG that I love and the build quality is great. Ok I'll have a look on your page
How does the tremolo hold up? Does it stay in tune? Is it a pain in the ass to change strings? I'm debating on tremolo or fixed bridge.
The trem is absolutely awesome dude, one of the most stable trems I've ever used. It's not super fluttery but still expressive. The hardtails are something else for stability though. If you got a trem model I think you'd be really happy if that's what you're after. Cheers for watching mate! đ€
I went with the fixed. Hoping to love it. I'll find out in a couple of days.đ€
@@robnolette Awesome! I'm sure you will dude đ€
Proper northern guitar review. Strandbuuurg Buuurdon. Subscribed.
đ€Ł Cheers cocker! Thaâs a proper gudâun! đ€
10:26... The whistle đ
Youâre gonna have to elaborate dude, Iâm not sure what you mean? đ
I love mine she is a fantastic beast!!!
Absolutely, I completely agree! Thank you for watching mate đ€
D@MN great review, young man! Subscribed!
Thatâs super kind of you to say mate, thank you so much. Iâm stoked you enjoyed it đ€
Welcome to the family
Thank you mate! Itâs definitely an obsession and Iâm fully on board đ Thanks for checking out the video dude đ€
Strandberg quite literally changed the way I play guitar and also brought my passion back. I play like i used to in highschool again, practicing for hours, my hands don't hurt. This instrument is incredible. I now own 3. Really glad to see another friend join the #goheadless team :) Enjoy dude!
@@JackTaylorGuitars Of course!!! Id love to see an update video later down the line of your thoughts like a few months later!
@@Poppa_Smiles Iâm fully with you on that dude, totally the same experience. And absolutely, Iâll definitely make that video. The next one is actually on a Boden Original, should be up soon. Thanks again bro đ€
Im in the same boat i drive a truck i have hours of free time just sitting a day i see this and boss headphones in my future
Dude! That sounds like an incredible setup for your situation. Absolutely ripping it up in your bunk time? Sounds like a dream to me! Thanks for checking out the video mate, I really do appreciate it đ€
Almost traded my 98 Epiphone Explorer for one, but the headstock was broken slap off đ so I passed..
You still gonna do the Jazzmaster mod video bro?
đ Should have asked for a discount bro! In all seriousness, I love the 90s Epi explorers dude, such sick guitars.
The Jazzmaster video is gonna have to take a different form man but there will be one hopefully đ€ Should have been an easy pickup replacement but it all went upside down. Then I got some corrupted files. Just a mess đ
@@JackTaylorGuitars oh no bro. Let me guess, the Jazzmaster single coils slots weren't big enough for humbuckers? If that's the case, check out Revel Pickups and they have Jazzmaster sized humbuckers I do believe. Anyways homie another đ„ video, and it sounds like a million bucks.
Not this time mate! Itâs actually a direct Jazzmaster pickup swap so the routes were fine. It seems my particular guitar has a few oddities letâs say that made fitting them a bitch đ And couple that with corrupted footage and I can show the upgrade process now. Itâll probably just be a straight review when I sort it dude.
Thank you bro anyway, I appreciate you đ€
how did you get trouble playing?
So, it's a combination of things dude. The thing that really started it was a couple of Jiu Jitsu injuries but doing an office job for over a decade hasn't helped and bad habits made it worse. Luckily, it's something that I'm managing but all I can say is just take care of your hands mate. I made a video about hand pain recently that you might not have seen, the algo didn't like it too much haha. You might find it interesting! Thanks for checking this out too dude đ€
rick and morty edit â12 years dungeon all of you â đ
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Hello can you recommend be a guitar for 400⏠budget? I want this one but I don't have that much money..
Hey! Sure thing, at that price point I would suggest looking at Harley Benton. You can get some great quality instruments with high end specs. The Fusion line in particular are fantastic! Hope that helps đ
Your click bait game is strong on this one! Will watch this when I can get time on the TV, will be interesting to hear what you think about it.
đ€Ł Mate, I thought that when I was writing the title and I hate myself a little bit for it. But you gotta play the game I guess! I hope you enjoy it dude, let me know đ€
â@@JackTaylorGuitars interesting video man, I've never looked at these before so didn't know about the neck shape. Glad it's helped your hands and arms though, it's no fun getting pain doing the thing you love. I'm 90% certain my Tele was the cause of my pain as I'm fine in my other guitars but ache not long after playing that. Odd as I've got loads of different neck shapes and can switch without any issues. Congratulations on doing the guitar lessons as well, I'm sure it will be rewarding :)
Thanks so much mate, Iâm glad you enjoyed it! That is a weird one with the tele dude. I mean, it must be if itâs the only axe causing you problems but itâs definitely strange. Oh yeah man, taking a step into teaching online is a bit daunting actually, the imposter syndrome is strong, but itâs time I took it seriously! Thanks again man, hope youâre well! đ€
really interesting ! hope your hands improve.
Thank you mate! They're definitely better than they have been in a long time, just gotta be careful! đ€
I had the Boden Original 6 for a year and had very mixed feelings with it. Somehow it felt like a cheap guitar. My friend's Original 7 felt so much better for some reason. I ended up selling the guitar.
Thanks for checking out the video man! That's a real shame dude but I totally get it. Might just be one of those times where that guitar wasn't for you, I know I've had loads of those! Cheers mate đ€
Love mine
Awesome! Theyâre so good arenât they! Thanks for checking out the video đ€
awsome review!
Thank you mate, that's kind of you to say! I'm stoked you enjoyed it đ€
anything bad like sharp frets or so?
Nah dude, nothing like that! Thingâs been absolutely awesome! Cheers for watching đ€
Awesome video man but I like think you said "like" like 3,000 times
Thank you dude, Iâm glad you enjoyed it! Thatâs not surprising mate, Iâm still pretty uncomfortable filming myself but I like making videos so I guess itâs one of those things. I hope it didnât put you off to badly đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars onya mate ,
Looked at exact that models more than ones, only because headless with H-H configuration and a tremolo is so damn hard to find. đ But! The EndurNeck! I just don't like it. It feels like my left hand gets forced into positions i don't want it to be in. Something ergonomic should be flexible and able to fit different types of users, but i find the EndureNeck more limiting and crippling than a normal neck. A c-shape neck allows the hand to be positioned in any way possible and is more ergonomic in that sense than a Strandberg. The rest of the guitar is great, but i'm still hoping Ibanez will release a Q-series with a tremolo.
Glad to see it works for you though. đ
Thanks so much for checking out the video dude! This is exactly what I mean. For some folks it's just not going to work and I totally get that. It is a shame that it puts you out of owning the guitar but I guess it's just one of those things. At least you tried it though and found out it wasn't right for what you like! Cheers mate đ€
Do you still have the two ibanez headless?
I donât dude. Fantastic guitars but they went a little while ago to fund some other stuff for the channel. Itâs a shame but I guess itâs necessary. Thanks for checking out the video man đ€
wasnt this type of guit supposed to be cheaper?
Who said that mate? Thanks for checking out the video man, I appreciate it đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars less material idkđ
I guess that's a logical way to look at it! Maybe the materials would be less overall but the work to create something that's out of the ordinary or the quality of the materials is what you're paying for? I dunno! All I can say is that I personally think they're worth the asking price. Thanks my dude đ€
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Does it slide guitar?
Across carpet? No. Wood floors? A little. Ice? Absolutely. đ
I'm just playing man. I've played about 15 minutes of slide guitar in my entire life so I'd be no real judge of whether it's good for it but I'm gonna say probably not haha Appreciate you watching dude, thank you đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars Thanks!
Guess it plays well, but I prefer the classic styles :)
That's totally cool bro, we like what we like! Thanks for checking out the video anyway dude, I appreciate it đ€
How's that zero fret working out? Hahaha!
Absolutely no issues on this guitar dude, thankfully! My 7 string has the *ping* but it had that when I got it used. Either way, a ping that I can't hear when I'm playing amped up and doesn't cause any playing problems isn't an issue for me personally. Cheers for watching mate! đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars For many people sanding down the zero fret every time they change strings is the solution. However, it would seem to me that you would start getting a buzz after a sanding or two. Strandberg should make replacing the zero fret easy and offer cheap replacement zero frets but they might see that as admitting guilt. Gibson and Kiesel saw the error of their ways and quit putting zero frets on their guitars after a year or two experiment with them. Crazy that Ola would go with something so stupid as a zero fret when the rest of the guitar is a tech marvel!
As far as the pinging, that is not the real problem. The real problem is the string will buzz after a while or even not play open.
If you look at the new $1000 Strandberg Essential they went back to a regular nut (and no fan frets!). I'll be getting one of those!
I appreciate the info dude, I'll keep an eye out for any of those issues cropping up! Thanks man đ€
I could never play a guitar with no headatock it would be like landing your fingers on an aircraft carrierđ
And aesthetically it just looks violatedto me đ
Thatâs fair enough man honestly! đ€Ł The look of a guitar is an important thing and I know the headstock is where a lot of the personality lives for a lot of people. But if you see one, give it a try. It might surprise you! Appreciate you checking out the video mate đ€
I want oneđ
Iâd say get one if you can dude but I would warn you that they become a bit of an obsession đ Thanks for checking it out mate đ€
No doubt these guitars are quality...great playing...great sounding...easy to carry around..the works....the problem though is the same problem a man has when he finds a very nice woman who is great at everything but looks horrible.....somehow that overrides everything.....i would get a strat or superstrat object and mod it to all my hearts desires(and for way less i might add) instead of getting one of these monstrosities....
Totally valid, itâs all a matter of taste isnât it! Personally, I think these are some of the best looking guitars ever made. I love strats too, but these look incredible to me. But you donât and thatâs totally cool! The world would be boring if we all liked the same stuff. Thanks for watching anyway dude, I appreciate itđ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars I agree...if you like these looks then its a no brainer....
Never seen anybody bend a string on a Strandberg đ Why is that?
I dunno bro, maybe you're just not looking hard enough đ€Ł I mean, there's at least one bend in this demo! Appreciate you checking out the video dude, cheers đ€
â@@JackTaylorGuitars I watched closely to make sure, and there are no bends in the playing bit. You mention bending in passing later on, but most "prog-ey" folks don't really bend these days and that's who the Strandberg is aimed at. I play with a thumb over the fretboard and bending is very natural that way. I'm contemplating getting one, which is why I'm curious how heavy bending works out on these necks.
Thereâs absolutely a bend at the end of the demo mate, for sure! If you play thumb over, you can still do that on this guitar. Plini plays like that a lot. But the cool thing about the endurneck is your thumb will rest nicely on the top surface for more purchase when bending. Itâs cool man, I like it a lot! I was thinking about making an in depth video about the endurneck in the future. If I do Iâll demonstrate what I mean then đ
I would rather have a variety of cool guitars than one ugly one with no headstock
Thatâs completely fair mate, theyâre not to everyoneâs taste. For me being able to play is the most important thing but itâs a bonus that Iâm a bit fan of how they look. Weâre all better for having different tastes though! Appreciate you checking out the video anyway, thanks dude đ€
The answer is "Maybe"... Depends on what you sold... But Strandberg has become overrated with various quality headless out there at more reasonable prices.
Thanks for checking out the video Jei! I think before I got my hands on it 'Maybe' was the exact sentiment, I didn't know if it was going to do what I needed it to. Now that I have it, I don't think there's another headless I'd like nearly as much and that's purely down to the neck đ€ I open to try other stuff definitely but this has something no other guitar can match I think.
There's a difference between ergo and headless guitars.
100%. Iâm confident Strandberg could make a guitar with a headstock and itâd still be far more comfortable to play than a ton of other guitars out there. Headless or not. Cheers mate đ€
I just play better on guitars that i have to fight. Never cared for easy to play instruments.
If that works for you mate thatâs cool! Thanks for watching dude đ€
I'm not going to like this video. It's on 666 likes, can't make it 667.
When the comment notification came up on my phone it just said 'I'm not going to like this video...' đ
Had me in the first half, not gonna lie! Thanks for checking it out mate, I appreciate it đ€
Nice commercial.
If only I was getting paid my dude đ
@@JackTaylorGuitars Then don't do it. I don't do video about my incredible toster. I also get rid off others.
Bro, Iâm so sorry that youâre upset by my video. You might be better off watching someone elseâs channel đ€
@@JackTaylorGuitars Not upset. Just giving opinion. It's crazy like guitarists are bombarded with reviews of new gear. In the other hand, it's nice that you don't need other guitars nie. But do everyone else I would say try to master the gear that you already have.
I get you dude, thatâs a totally valid opinion to have. Getting good with the gear you have is great advice. That said, surely if people are looking to buy new gear itâs better that they have an honest opinion right? Iâm only sharing my experience so people are informed and trying to provide a bit of light entertainment, you know. I appreciate your feedback though dude!
The guitar may feel/sound great, but headless guitars look ugly.
Totally valid dude, they're definitely not for everyone and a lot of headless guitars don't look great to me. This one though, I'm my opinion, is the best looking guitar I've ever owned. Thanks for checking out the video man đ€
it was a mistake.
Good job it was my mistake to make then bro and not yours đ Thanks for checking out the video anyway đ€
Who asked?
Is this Boden nx bridge pick gut for metal drop also ??i mean how is this guitar for metal riff
Yes dude, these pickups sound great for drop tunes metal stuff! Cheers man đ€