Well... you sold me, just ordered one. Reminds me of the Epiphone Special II. Had ordered one of the Cali Classics, but your tone was good enough to give me second thoughts. LOL! For the price, might as well have both. What kind of amp?
@@MotorRoseMusic Any stereo effect going on in the recording and post processing? Sounds almost like stereo chorus is happening. Or is that my imagination?
@@flmason Wow, I never noticed. I just gave a close listen with headphones and I can hear my pick against the strings. That tells me I didn't turn my voice mic all the way down in Post and they aren't synced perfectly. Hence, the chorus sound. I use 2 Sure mics on the amp and one lavalier mic on me. The only thing I do in post-processing is turn down my lavalier mic all the way when the guitar is played. Apparently, I accidentally left it up slightly. Very good ears on your part. I totally missed that. Total mistake on my part. Thanks for catching this! 👍
A 220 grit sanding sponge on the side of the neck, angled towards the strings. 5 to 10 seconds on each side and fret sprout is gone. Picked up a 66 classic just like that one maybe a year ago. Liked it so much I got a couple Indio strats, a tele and an Indio DLX plus LP. All of them under $100 except the 66 classic which was $105 and worth every penny to me. Sweet guitar.
Yes sir! It's not a GREAT guitar, but it's not bad either. It's certainly better than old budget guitars from decades ago. And, not to go on about a stupid case, but for under $100 it's hard to believe. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!
I paid 130ish. I forget how much setup I did…..but it’s one of my best players at the moment, out of 20 electrics. Super low action, no buzz. Had I know I’d be playing it so much I would have ordered black ;)
Yes, I was quite surprised by the sound. For under $100, I say Indio all day long. However, if the Indio would go close to $150, I would say Epi for under $200, strictly for investment purposes. 10 years from now an Epi, I'm assuming, with be much easier to sell. Not a bold statement. Right now it's the black Idios that are $97.48. Their regular retail is $129.
That's it! The ones they put on these seem surprisingly good quality. It's just a knob, but you touch all the time and on cheapo guitars one of the first places they skimp.
I got a blue tele from them..for $100 shipped.. set up and with a good gigbag...i love it..string thru body bridge or back loaded...both..sounds great and plays great.
Hmmm....nice light poplar body. I modded the shit out of my $79 Retro Classic and it's one of my favorite guitars. If these things had jumbo or medium jumbo fretwire they'd rule.
sweet guitar bro! i think ill grab one and compare it to my epi LP special2 model.... the ebay seller offered me a 66v2 at 92bux so thats a no brainer haha!!
I really liked the gigbag,and I like their logo,these guitars are coming from Indio California before that china.I got a Helix Stratocaster forme them.They advertise that Indio has a pro Luther that sets up their guitars,bullcrap.One of the pups wasn't soldered The frets stuck up,the pup adjust ment screws were drilled crooked,All the hardware had loose screws,chips in the finish where they overtightend the switch screws,I should have sent it back but Indio gave me a partial refund and after my setup and fixes,it's a fast easy neck and it sounds and looks good
I got the Indio 66 dlx. It has a few cosmetic issues and I personally don't like the headstock shape. Other than that, it holds tune, plays and sounds great like an Epi but at half the cost.
First some Rush licks and then Joe walsh. Nice 😊. Good review buddy. New subscriber now. Thanks 😎👍💯✌️✌️🎸🎸. I have an Epiphone LP special 100 its very similar. The pickups are pretty hot. I paid $50 for it. Like new. The dude was just using it for a wall hanger. I like it practice guitar. Lightweight 👍💯
Just curious, what are you using for amp and effects?
I used a mini Tube Screamer and then a ProCo Rat. Thanks for watching the video!!
Well... you sold me, just ordered one. Reminds me of the Epiphone Special II. Had ordered one of the Cali Classics, but your tone was good enough to give me second thoughts. LOL! For the price, might as well have both.
What kind of amp?
Fender '68 Deluxe Reverb. A little high-end for the guitar, but it sounds good in the Monoprice amp too.
@@MotorRoseMusic Any stereo effect going on in the recording and post processing? Sounds almost like stereo chorus is happening. Or is that my imagination?
@@flmason Wow, I never noticed. I just gave a close listen with headphones and I can hear my pick against the strings. That tells me I didn't turn my voice mic all the way down in Post and they aren't synced perfectly. Hence, the chorus sound. I use 2 Sure mics on the amp and one lavalier mic on me. The only thing I do in post-processing is turn down my lavalier mic all the way when the guitar is played. Apparently, I accidentally left it up slightly. Very good ears on your part. I totally missed that. Total mistake on my part. Thanks for catching this! 👍
enjoyed your playing, guitar looks good too
Thanks! I appreciate that. Thanks for watching and commenting! 🤘
A 220 grit sanding sponge on the side of the neck, angled towards the strings. 5 to 10 seconds on each side and fret sprout is gone. Picked up a 66 classic just like that one maybe a year ago. Liked it so much I got a couple Indio strats, a tele and an Indio DLX plus LP. All of them under $100 except the 66 classic which was $105 and worth every penny to me. Sweet guitar.
Thank you for that great comment!
Thanks Jeff! It looks like a good first guitar for a beginner that lends itself to modding and upgrading down the road.
Yes sir! It's not a GREAT guitar, but it's not bad either. It's certainly better than old budget guitars from decades ago. And, not to go on about a stupid case, but for under $100 it's hard to believe. Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!
I paid 130ish. I forget how much setup I did…..but it’s one of my best players at the moment, out of 20 electrics. Super low action, no buzz. Had I know I’d be playing it so much I would have ordered black ;)
Awesome to hear your story! Thanks for watching and commenting! 🤘
Sounds much better than I expected. I like the headstock shape, If I only had two to choose from, and Epi or Indio, it would be Indio.
Yes, I was quite surprised by the sound. For under $100, I say Indio all day long. However, if the Indio would go close to $150, I would say Epi for under $200, strictly for investment purposes. 10 years from now an Epi, I'm assuming, with be much easier to sell. Not a bold statement. Right now it's the black Idios that are $97.48. Their regular retail is $129.
That's a nice outfit
Thanks!! 🤘
You should use a cheap sanding block. It will get rid of the sharp edge of the fretboard at the same time. It is quicker and easier than files.
Thanks!
BTW I'm given to believe those knobs are generally called "Speed Knobs", for whatever reasons.
That's it! The ones they put on these seem surprisingly good quality. It's just a knob, but you touch all the time and on cheapo guitars one of the first places they skimp.
I got a blue tele from them..for $100 shipped.. set up and with a good gigbag...i love it..string thru body bridge or back loaded...both..sounds great and plays great.
You can hardly go wrong for $100, especially with the gig bag.
Hmmm....nice light poplar body.
I modded the shit out of my $79 Retro Classic and it's one of my favorite guitars.
If these things had jumbo or medium jumbo fretwire they'd rule.
Great mod platforms.
@@MotorRoseMusic Yep - The cheap ones definable worthwhile to mod, not so much the more expensive ones IMO.
For sure. I won't be modding my Gibson Les Paul Std.
sweet guitar bro!
i think ill grab one and compare it to my epi LP special2 model....
the ebay seller offered me a 66v2 at 92bux so thats a no brainer haha!!
Awesome! Thanks for watching!!
Excellent review! Also, you have the coolest shirts. 😎
Thank you! Thanks for watching and commenting! 🤘
I really liked the gigbag,and I like their logo,these guitars are coming from Indio California before that china.I got a Helix Stratocaster forme them.They advertise that Indio has a pro Luther that sets up their guitars,bullcrap.One of the pups wasn't soldered The frets stuck up,the pup adjust ment screws were drilled crooked,All the hardware had loose screws,chips in the finish where they overtightend the switch screws,I should have sent it back but Indio gave me a partial refund and after my setup and fixes,it's a fast easy neck and it sounds and looks good
I got the Indio 66 dlx. It has a few cosmetic issues and I personally don't like the headstock shape. Other than that, it holds tune, plays and sounds great like an Epi but at half the cost.
Awesome! Glad to hear that! Thank you for watching and commenting!
I had the epiphone lp version but I like the monoprice better.
Wow, that says a lot!
First some Rush licks and then Joe walsh. Nice 😊. Good review buddy. New subscriber now. Thanks 😎👍💯✌️✌️🎸🎸. I have an Epiphone LP special 100 its very similar. The pickups are pretty hot. I paid $50 for it. Like new. The dude was just using it for a wall hanger. I like it practice guitar. Lightweight 👍💯
Thanks for watching and commenting! I appreciate the Sub!!!
Just ordered $58 w/ tax and shipping. Sale and 30% discount and free shipping.
Wow! Great deal! Crazy.
Doesn't sound so good.... what amp you used ?
A Stage Right Monoprice 5w amp. I stopped using it to record after this.
if u can comment me back what did u tune the strings to in this video?
Standard E.
@@MotorRoseMusic u mean standard right? ead right?
@@adrianstoughton-cb9yo yes:
Low to high: EADGBe