Me to, and for me Bullet series is really bad, OK, I know how much it costs, but for me is huge difference between bullet and affinity series. I was shocked when I heard that David`s playing and opinion.
@@Kamil92Zgon I have a bullet strat and it is sooo bad... I think 2008 model. The neck is unplayable. It's not overly big but it's very narrow and weird. The bridge is also really low quality. It's just a bad instrument. I think affinities have narrow necks also btw.
No, it wouldn't. It would sound just as good as a $1000 guitar, because it's a good instrument. Cheap guitars used to sound very bad, some still do, but not this one. BTW - Andertons tried to mod this model and improve it. They rather failed, because stock pickups sounded better (to my ear) than an expensive set of bareknuckles. Stock hardtail Bullet Squier held its own against a decent MiM Fender. Personally I preferred the Bullet, but it's just a matter of taste. Both were good guitars.
Squier Bullets are very good guitars. I had a couple of Bullet strats previously (not hard tailed though), and I have a Bullet Mustang. They do sound great. Thinner lighter bodies than normal, but I quite like that. They are really fun guitars.
bluwng Just a lighthearted joke. That Squier is a great guitar and I'd be happy to own one, but Dave's skills are the biggest factor in why all of his instruments sound so great.
Just back from a long shift in a very hot kitchen, now sitting with an ice cold beer listening to Dave spank the living day lights out of a new guitar. Life is good. Cheers Dave. 👍
Just incredible! I Think those 35 dislikes are People who ordered the guitar and realized it wasnt the guitar who made that amazing sound! Hat of for you Dave!
Garrett Geeslin Yes, talented guitarists can make a mediocre guitar sound good. But the new Bullets have ceramic pickups like the Mexican Standard Fender’s used to that everyone liked. They sound really good.
A guy who has roadied and guitar tech'd for the likes of GnR and Soundgarden amongst others once said to me that its 5% the guitar, 15% the amp and 80% the player. This video proves him 100% right.
@Keith Clark Sorry Keith. I realise from your reply I might have not worded my comment detailed enough. Sure Dave's a very competent player and yes he's using the Katana's features here to achieve a sound he likes. What the guitar tech I mention is getting at is that its of course up to the player how much they spend on a guitar and amp set up to achieve that holy grail of "their sound" BUT in doing this 80% of that sound comes from the player. That's just as it is. Of course you need equipment to hear this 80% but this is where he swears by the fact that you should look to spend up to 3 times your budget on an amp as opposed to your guitar. In other words.... a cheap guitar can often sound great through an expensive amp. However, in his vast experience, the opposite isn't true. In other words don't blow 3 grand on a Fender Custom Shop and then spend your hundred and fifty change on an amp. Of course this is just a generalisation. Of course there are countless combinations of gear of varying price, quality and availability that its impossible to pigeonhole. I repeat this is just a "general rule" and subject to many variables. But... I have to agree with the tech. In my experience of working over 3 decades in the music industry his rule works most of the time. If you have a budget guitar, ok maybe set it up as good as can be first, and then play it though a half decent (or very decent if you can) amp then in the hands of an accomplished player they will get a good sound. Give the same player a crap amp and a vintage guitar worth more than a family saloon and A/B the results usually (not always) are worse for the listener's enjoyment. The obvious thing in all of this is the Katana. As per the 1000's and 1000's of reviews and comments out there they really have knocked it out of the park on this one. The Katanas for their money are punching way, way above their weight. Not saying they're the "best amp ever" - hey I don't even own one myself - but they really do "do the job" when it comes to amplification. Again sorry if I wasn't clear. Hope that helps! All the best my friend.
ding dong You hit the nail on the head sir. Yes, Katana’s punch so much higher than their cost. But if I was going to spend more money on one item, it would be the amplifier. A bullet Strat will kill through a twin reverb.
This video is the prime example about how gear doesn't matter. It's all about the player and the soul of the individual. Dave, you sound phenomenal, and you're playing a $180.00 guitar and a $239.00 amp. The sound is unreal. Playing is brilliant! Fantastic video Dave! : )
I've been saying for a few years now that beginner guitarists have never had it so good. Both major cheap guitar builders, Squire and Epi, are making cheap guitars that are stage worthy. It used to be that this price range would get you bloody fingers and pretty fire wood
Yes the technology has gotten amazing and everyone can get a playable guitar these days. I tell people all the time, if you want to spend a couple of grand on a guitar then please do. That’s capitalism. But for those of us who can’t pay that kind of money, there are so many affordable options that play so well. Besides this Bullet Strat I have a few Harley Benton guitars (Tele, Single Cut, Double Cut Junior and Explorer) that all play so well. The SC550 in particular is amazing. I got it as a b stock for $187. The finish imperfections are barely noticeable. You have to really look hard. And the guitar plays and sounds amazing. I had to sell my Gibson Classic 4 years ago and was still heartbroken over doing that. The SC550 has taken a lot of that heartache away. It’s a great Les Paul Style guitar.
I have one in sunburst (2010) and it's one of the nicest playing guitars I've had, I actually sold it, but then I had to get it back :), seen pro's who like them too (Mike Rutherford, Jack Pearson)
While not as low as the Bullet price point, I recently made the pleasant discovery that while not as pretty as a MusicMan Valentine, a Sterling by MM Valentine feels, plays, and sounds very close to the US made models, and I own both. Bought a USA MM Valentine and then Sterling put out a chambered model that’s a bit lighter for me and some and I thought I’d give it a try. Very glad I did. Forget all the hype. They say a great guitar is one that inspires you to play. In the case of my Sterling Valentine, and definitely this Squier Bullet, considered that box checked. Woof!
@Brandon Ivey They're still really well made relative to what used to be had for not even that price point but something higher. They're just not the best in terms of what you can get today, which is even more ridiculous.
@Brandon Ivey I agree the yam is a better guitar but the finger board is to narrow for a lot of is to play so as an alternative the bullet is a good spec.
P*Funk You got that right. I remember years ago when I started the “starter guitars” that used to be 3 times as much as that Squier and were total hopeless crap. Most low end Squiers these days are usually only a good setup away from being perfectly serviceable guitars, and there are low end guitars that are so much better than even that.
Awesome Video! Killer playing! Truth: You play a Bullet out of the box and it's a "10"... The rest of us play it out of the box and it sounds like a Squire Bullet! LOL
I’ve got a bullet tele and a affinity strat and I couldn’t be happier with them. A great amp is a good leveller but being a fantastic player, as you are sir is the key.
Been researching my first guitar. watched so many reviews! After seeing the joy on your face while playing this guitar, I AM SOLD! Watching you play and your genuine love for music, instruments, and THIS GUITAR has also brought me tremendous joy in this moment. THANK YOU!!! Rock on! \m/
My name is Dave, i have a Squier, or 3. And i dont sound like that. I swear, youre possessed by either Jimi or Stevie. Man! Just tryna pick my jaw off the floor. You ARE the god of hellfire! Bring it!
I own the squier bullet Sunburst for year and a half it was gifted do me as a present for christmas and I can say it was so comfy I felt in love with that strat.
I want to say thank you. Budget gear demos/reviews on RUclips is overwhelming and boring to say the least. With you, I feel like we’re In the same room chatting. It feels organic and not like someone’s paying you to be nice on purpose. Thanks man, we appreciate it.
What sells it for me its that he was planning to do a comparison video with a fender stratocaster and he totally forgot that it was there as he keeps playing the Squier in disbelieve
Dave you are a legend, you’re such a breath of fresh air for the guitar world, not only are you an incredible guitar player, you show people that hard work and practice make a guitar player not ££££ worth of gear! Keep it up and thanks for the videos
I think it's also getting over the "I really, really need a genuine, expensive Fender/Gibson" feel. Settling for a modest Squier or other less known guitar requires a certain mindset, otherwise it will always eat you from within that it is not a "real thing".
Loved watching your videos for the past few years, but I reckon my favourites are when you’re ‘just’ noodling away on a new guitar. All the different styles and techniques that come so naturally to you just blow us mere mortal guitarists away. A real joy to watch this video Dave - awesome!
Bought this to try out after your enthusiasm in fsr seafoam green. I think I lucked out, after new strings and a bit of lemon oil, pickup height it plays and sounds great compared my other strats which are 10 times as much. The neck feels a dream with satin almost unfinish wood feel, no fretting problems anywhere on neck or rattling or buzzing. It really is making me readdress cost to value on my guitar hunts! Well done squier Indonesia!
That's pretty much my reaction every time I play mine. It's just insane how good these new Bullets are. I have upgraded to Fender locking tuners, a Tusq nut and converted it to SSH with a Duncan Distortion but still, it's an amazing base to start with and it freakin' shreds!
On the critical side, you forgot to compare the Bullet to the HB. On the plus side, your reactions said everything that we needed to know! Excelsior!!!
My wife literally just walked Inthe house two hours ago with one of these guitars that she got for daft money off of one of her clients (she's a health worker ) and I'm having the same reaction, plays sooo good, can't believe it's a beginners guitar.
Dave! Your channel has become a must watch for me over time. That Squier sold me too! I literally just bought my first Candy Apple Red G & L Legacy 2 days ago, and now I feel like I need to buy a red Bullet, which I never thought I would say. I have tons of Fenders, and I love them all. Squier's too, Love every one. But watching you play that thing and your genuine reaction has me thinking I may have overlooked something special at that damn price!! Keep the videos coming brother. Very inspiring!!! Peace!!!
I love seeing you plat this instrument Dave! Your never ceases to amaze me! I can't wait to see this is a mint green 3-ply scratch plate. That's the first thing I would do too if I had a fiesta red strat like this. :D
I bet I can make it sound like a £111 guitar. And if we were in the gym and around the same strength I would go after your done with your set every time and do 1 rep more than you.
Thanks, Dave, awesome playing. I own a couple of Squier Classic Vibe guitars, the 60's strat, and thinline tele. Love your videos and a big hello from Texas. Now subscribed.
there's nothing that makes me smile more than dave with a cheap guitar than sounds like angels singing. put the finest custom shop in my hands and it sounds like im cranking on a jack in the box,lol
I liked my first one so much, I went and bought another. Spread the word Dave !! These Bullets just seem to come alive when you’re playing them. Hard to explain,but my US strats have just been collecting dust lately. Nice playing !!!!
Squier owes you BIG time lol… you sold a lot of people on these and I just received mine and it’s in a beautiful lake placid blue and I’m beyond impressed with this bullet and even more impressed with your playing. You have a bigger than life personality and so genuine and have an incredibly unique and amazing play style. I’m currently going through rehab and you’re videos and attitude has been a positive distraction and is helping me more than you could imagine… You’re the best Dave!!
I've been playing for 60 years and have learned that, except for some really fine exceptions, that in today's market you can find real gems in the "bargain brands". Picked up a Squire Classic Vibe Jazzmaster and am still blown away by the quality and playability/tone of that instrument. Never been a big Strat fan, but that is a real beauty. I think the advent of CNC production in the Far East manufacturers has changed the ball game forever. $200 guitars are now of the quality of a $500-$600 guitar 5 - 10 years ago. No need to have that $2,000 to $4,000 Gibson or Fender now.
Btw, I was in a guitar store a few weeks ago Dave ( I have a ´96 Squier std strat and a Classic vibe tele) The guy was saying that Squiers are crap guitars, I told him I love mine but he said USA strats are way better.....Then I showed him Your Bullit video... I am 43 and have never seen a guy wanting to erase the last 5 minutes of his life so badly....I have a few Epiphones aswell and in particular a 2003 Zakk Wylde Bullseye aged one. I gave it away to a guy to have an actual Zakk Wylde active set installed. in total with the pickups it cost like 1050 euro's. I have had professional players ask to buy that guitar after I let them play it for a lot more (like 300 extra) I will never sell it. So happy you are not a guitar snob and just appreciate a good guitar. All the best mate (from the Netherlands)
I'll be very interested in the comparison with the Harley Benton, both in terms of playability and sound. Neck thickness at 1st and 12th frets: Squier Bullet Strat' : 20.6 mm 22 mm Harley Benton ST-62DLX: 22.3 mm 24.5 mm 1956 Fender V profile: 22.4 mm 24.9 mm 1960s Fender "Oval C": 20.1 mm 23.6 mm 2010 Squier Classic Vibe 60 Strat': 21.5 mm 23.6 mm 2019 Fender "Modern C": 20.8 mm 22.1 mm
This makes me very happy. Just put a deposit on a Fiesta red Squier Affinity Strat for my son - he's 8 😊 Haven't seen him for a few months but first thing he said to me at the weekend was 'daddy I want a rock guitar like yours!' He went straight to the Squier when I took him into the music shop! He's got 5 years on me, I started playing when I was 13, 50 odd years ago! Pleasure watching you play mate 👍😊
@@thedavesimpson don't suppose you can remember roughly the amp settings in this? Crunch or lead channel? Any boost or inbuilt effects? I've got a Katana 100 and last week finally after 40 years got a Strat, a 2004 US sunburst. Would love to get somewhere near your tone!
I just got an Arctic White HT Bullet last week. No fret sprouts, neck is straight, intonation and action are perfect. Couldn't be happier. Best $199 CAD I've ever spent. Love the video and playing! 🤘
watching you playing this cheap guitar (i own this one too) got me goosebump and im in tears. dude, thats beautiful. its your soul singing through this guitar, deeper than the deepest. thank you for the inspiration! ❤❤
I’ve had a Lake Placid Blue Bullet Strat for 5 months now. The only things I’ve changed on it were putting graphite string trees on it and wiring the middle tone control to also work on the bridge pickup to tame some of that treble. I absolutely love the guitar. It’s the best Strat I’ve personally played (had an American Deluxe that I sold to pay for my EX wife’s wedding dress 😕) but I like the playability of the Bullet more. I love the thin neck and I love how light weight it is. Probably about 3 kilograms (6.5 pounds) and it’s so comfortable to play. And it sounds just like a Stratocaster is supposed to sound. Thank you for such a great review, Dave. I’ve bought a few pieces of gear because of your enthusiasm and infectious personality 😊
Looking at starting guitar, acoustic didn’t hit for me and when I thought about it… my love has always been electric. After watching your video this is the guitar I’m getting. Amazing performance, thank you!
I just took mine home yesterday. I love it! It's got a bridge humbucker, but basically the same guitar. Mine's finished in a brown sunburst. It's awesome!!! An early Christmas gift from my sweet wife!!
The famous Jack Pearson went on tour with the Allman Brothers and used a stock Squier Bullet for the entire tour. Here is his account of how he came to use a Squier Bullet. ruclips.net/video/EW_ajThs8Vo/видео.html As with Jack Pearson this Squier Bullet's performance in this video has a lot to do with Dave Simpson's guitar playing ability. Practice, practice, practice. If you desire to sound good playing guitar you will need to practice, a lot. I've been playing guitar since 1974, but I do not refer to myself as a "Guitarist", I instead more accurately refer to myself as a "Practicing Guitarist"! For what these guitars cost I've got one I keep around leaving it in an alternate tuning. They are just nice guitars that work. Great video Dave, Thank You.
You Sir , Just Blew Me Away !!!!! WOW ! Recently , I ordered one online , I've always been fan of Stratocasters . This year I decided to buy my first " new guitar " , as all of the others had been strat copies and in rough shape . I got to looking on RUclips for anything about them , yes a Squire ! You showed everyone of us , just what they are capable of doing ! Thank you , my friend Now if only , I open mine and could play like you . That would be , out of this world !
Damn, Dave... I could seriously sit and listen to you play all day. Watching the joy and enthusiasm you play with just awesome. Much love to ya man, holy shit lol... Keep bendin those strings!!!
When someone can play as good as that would it sound any better on an expensive Fender? I love listening to you play. I've never heard anyone make a guitar sound like that before. Beautiful.
Dave. they sell also a Bullet Mustang. with double Humbakers. maybe you would like it. must have a even more Rock sound. Blue or Black color. a beautiful blue. i need a second Squire. i have a Squire California and it is such a great tone. warm and beautiful for solo Love songs and Country songs. but i want also a harder sound. Rock sound. so i have to check out the Bullet Mustang aswell. maybe i will buy both. They are so affordable for what they deliver.
You nailed it Dave about being on tour! That or even playing gigs in some of the more rowdy venues this is perfect. I never take my Fender Strat to some venues for fear of the dreaded beer soaking, getting knocked over or nicked!
Dude, Fender should be playing YOU for this ringing endorsement. I've NEVER heard a Squier sing like that, man. Beautiful!
Me to, and for me Bullet series is really bad, OK, I know how much it costs, but for me is huge difference between bullet and affinity series. I was shocked when I heard that David`s playing and opinion.
@@Kamil92Zgon I have a bullet strat and it is sooo bad... I think 2008 model. The neck is unplayable. It's not overly big but it's very narrow and weird. The bridge is also really low quality. It's just a bad instrument. I think affinities have narrow necks also btw.
@@lgiorgos1 I had a great affinity strat and Tele I a agree the quality is far superior not that you tell here he's making that sing like an angel.
Good comment.. 👍
my Bullet should be ashamed for being so good and resonant :P here's another great player who likes Bullet's ruclips.net/video/EW_ajThs8Vo/видео.html
If I played that guitar it would sound like a £110 guitar. Dave plays it and makes it sound like a £1000 guitar. Incredible talent!!! 👍
No, it wouldn't. It would sound just as good as a $1000 guitar, because it's a good instrument. Cheap guitars used to sound very bad, some still do, but not this one.
BTW - Andertons tried to mod this model and improve it. They rather failed, because stock pickups sounded better (to my ear) than an expensive set of bareknuckles. Stock hardtail Bullet Squier held its own against a decent MiM Fender. Personally I preferred the Bullet, but it's just a matter of taste. Both were good guitars.
It is never about the instrument always about the Musician
Most of the tone is from the amp that boss is one of the best amps I have ever heard better than most tube amps
@@dinosaursdoingtherobot850 yes it is an ok guitar played through an amazing amp
Squier Bullets are very good guitars. I had a couple of Bullet strats previously (not hard tailed though), and I have a Bullet Mustang. They do sound great. Thinner lighter bodies than normal, but I quite like that. They are really fun guitars.
This video is 20% unboxing the guitar, 40% playing the guitar and 40% staring at it in disbelief :D. Enjoyed the full 100% of it
Lol! Nailed it.
Lol
I swear you could put 55 inch summer sausage in this guy's hands and it would somehow sound like a top-tier instrument
🤣🤣🤣🤣👍👍🇺🇸🍻
400billionsuns this is the best one so far
That type of statement is a veiled insult, you discredit the instrument
bluwng Just a lighthearted joke. That Squier is a great guitar and I'd be happy to own one, but Dave's skills are the biggest factor in why all of his instruments sound so great.
We all know where you would put a 55 inch sausage
Just back from a long shift in a very hot kitchen, now sitting with an ice cold beer listening to Dave spank the living day lights out of a new guitar. Life is good. Cheers Dave. 👍
Steven Ray Hot kitchen in the summer, I feel for you buddy
Steven Ray working in a kitchen during the summer is the worst
@@seasofneptunejimmy9262 *Hot kitchen in the summer*
Sounds like a good blues song title.
@@BollocksUtwat given the names of some blues songs it definitely fits inn
I feel ya man, cant wait to chill after work with my guitar. Working in a 100 degree kitchen in north texas as i write this.
...that guitar thought it was going to end up as a Christmas pressie for a new starter...instead - RUclips star with Mr Dave Simpson! 😆
Just incredible! I Think those 35 dislikes are People who ordered the guitar and realized it wasnt the guitar who made that amazing sound!
Hat of for you Dave!
Dave just proving to everyone that tone comes from the hands. Love it
Garrett Geeslin
Yes, talented guitarists can make a mediocre guitar sound good. But the new Bullets have ceramic pickups like the Mexican Standard Fender’s used to that everyone liked.
They sound really good.
So true
Fantastic tones and playing from the fingers of Mr Dave Simpson. A major rock band need to give this guy a job right now!!!!
you mean he needs to give a band a shot to play with him
A guy who has roadied and guitar tech'd for the likes of GnR and Soundgarden amongst others once said to me that its 5% the guitar, 15% the amp and 80% the player.
This video proves him 100% right.
nice!
@Keith Clark Sorry Keith. I realise from your reply I might have not worded my comment detailed enough. Sure Dave's a very competent player and yes he's using the Katana's features here to achieve a sound he likes. What the guitar tech I mention is getting at is that its of course up to the player how much they spend on a guitar and amp set up to achieve that holy grail of "their sound" BUT in doing this 80% of that sound comes from the player. That's just as it is.
Of course you need equipment to hear this 80% but this is where he swears by the fact that you should look to spend up to 3 times your budget on an amp as opposed to your guitar. In other words.... a cheap guitar can often sound great through an expensive amp. However, in his vast experience, the opposite isn't true. In other words don't blow 3 grand on a Fender Custom Shop and then spend your hundred and fifty change on an amp. Of course this is just a generalisation. Of course there are countless combinations of gear of varying price, quality and availability that its impossible to pigeonhole. I repeat this is just a "general rule" and subject to many variables. But... I have to agree with the tech. In my experience of working over 3 decades in the music industry his rule works most of the time. If you have a budget guitar, ok maybe set it up as good as can be first, and then play it though a half decent (or very decent if you can) amp then in the hands of an accomplished player they will get a good sound. Give the same player a crap amp and a vintage guitar worth more than a family saloon and A/B the results usually (not always) are worse for the listener's enjoyment.
The obvious thing in all of this is the Katana. As per the 1000's and 1000's of reviews and comments out there they really have knocked it out of the park on this one. The Katanas for their money are punching way, way above their weight. Not saying they're the "best amp ever" - hey I don't even own one myself - but they really do "do the job" when it comes to amplification.
Again sorry if I wasn't clear. Hope that helps!
All the best my friend.
ding dong You hit the nail on the head sir. Yes, Katana’s punch so much higher than their cost. But if I was going to spend more money on one item, it would be the amplifier. A bullet Strat will kill through a twin reverb.
So true 🚀
ding dong very well explained 👍
- Review: 6 / 10
- Humour: 8 / 10
- Personality: 10 / 10
- Guitar playing: No way you're human, mate! 10+ / 10
Thank you very much. : )
This is the antidote to the channels which only buy 1000s of dollars of Suhr guitar and complain anyway.
Tom Amen. And also the antidote to the guys bickering on the gear page about their tens of thousands of dollars worth of gear.
This video is the prime example about how gear doesn't matter. It's all about the player and the soul of the individual. Dave, you sound phenomenal, and you're playing a $180.00 guitar and a $239.00 amp. The sound is unreal. Playing is brilliant! Fantastic video Dave! : )
Well if Rhcp lose John again I think u should take his place, no joke
My Guitar Absolutely .
Exactly...as soon i heard him play RHCP was hovering in my mind🤯🤯 incredible man!
Word up 👌
for sure, dave hase amazing passion and emotion in his solos and sound a lot like john
I wouldn't have been surprised to hear the guitar ask Dave for a cigarette after that first jam.
Christ...
Go direct to 15:50 .. this is the best Squier review ever ! Love you Dave.. and your mod on the Rotovibe too !
I've been saying for a few years now that beginner guitarists have never had it so good. Both major cheap guitar builders, Squire and Epi, are making cheap guitars that are stage worthy. It used to be that this price range would get you bloody fingers and pretty fire wood
Yes the technology has gotten amazing and everyone can get a playable guitar these days. I tell people all the time, if you want to spend a couple of grand on a guitar then please do. That’s capitalism. But for those of us who can’t pay that kind of money, there are so many affordable options that play so well. Besides this Bullet Strat I have a few Harley Benton guitars (Tele, Single Cut, Double Cut Junior and Explorer) that all play so well. The SC550 in particular is amazing. I got it as a b stock for $187. The finish imperfections are barely noticeable. You have to really look hard. And the guitar plays and sounds amazing. I had to sell my Gibson Classic 4 years ago and was still heartbroken over doing that. The SC550 has taken a lot of that heartache away. It’s a great Les Paul Style guitar.
I have one in sunburst (2010) and it's one of the nicest playing guitars I've had, I actually sold it, but then I had to get it back :), seen pro's who like them too (Mike Rutherford, Jack Pearson)
While not as low as the Bullet price point, I recently made the pleasant discovery that while not as pretty as a MusicMan Valentine, a Sterling by MM Valentine feels, plays, and sounds very close to the US made models, and I own both. Bought a USA MM Valentine and then Sterling put out a chambered model that’s a bit lighter for me and some and I thought I’d give it a try. Very glad I did. Forget all the hype. They say a great guitar is one that inspires you to play. In the case of my Sterling Valentine, and definitely this Squier Bullet, considered that box checked. Woof!
Dave is so talented that he could make any chip log sound like a 1000$ instrument. Really enjoying your guitar skills.
Cheap guitars are well made nowadays, so no point in spending thousands just to have a made in the usa sticker.
@Brandon Ivey They're still really well made relative to what used to be had for not even that price point but something higher. They're just not the best in terms of what you can get today, which is even more ridiculous.
@Brandon Ivey I agree the yam is a better guitar but the finger board is to narrow for a lot of is to play so as an alternative the bullet is a good spec.
Robots make good guitars.
@@clivedavies3 try the harley benton line guys. They're awesome.
P*Funk You got that right. I remember years ago when I started the “starter guitars” that used to be 3 times as much as that Squier and were total hopeless crap. Most low end Squiers these days are usually only a good setup away from being perfectly serviceable guitars, and there are low end guitars that are so much better than even that.
I look forward to your videos just so I can listen to you play. Your enthusiasm is as infectious as your playing.
I have a squire affinity strat hss and love it, but let me tell you... those guys should pay you good money for this video. You are fantastic.
Awesome Video! Killer playing! Truth: You play a Bullet out of the box and it's a "10"... The rest of us play it out of the box and it sounds like a Squire Bullet! LOL
Amazing performance! This just shows that it is not the price of the guitar, but the talent of the guitarist.
I’ve got a bullet tele and a affinity strat and I couldn’t be happier with them. A great amp is a good leveller but being a fantastic player, as you are sir is the key.
Been researching my first guitar. watched so many reviews! After seeing the joy on your face while playing this guitar, I AM SOLD! Watching you play and your genuine love for music, instruments, and THIS GUITAR has also brought me tremendous joy in this moment. THANK YOU!!! Rock on! \m/
My name is Dave, i have a Squier, or 3.
And i dont sound like that.
I swear, youre possessed by either Jimi or Stevie.
Man! Just tryna pick my jaw off the floor. You ARE the god of hellfire! Bring it!
Daves a god and an angel i dont know how such a beautiful soul can still exsist!!! never stop being you Dave !
Years later now I wonder how many of these hardtails this video sold. I am ordering one right now! Thanks Dave!!!
I own the squier bullet Sunburst for year and a half it was gifted do me as a present for christmas and I can say it was so comfy I felt in love with that strat.
OK Dave. I think I've found my new GUITAR HERO...
I love the fact that such cheap gear can be made to sound so good! Bollocks to the cork-sniffers!
I want to say thank you. Budget gear demos/reviews on RUclips is overwhelming and boring to say the least. With you, I feel like we’re In the same room chatting. It feels organic and not like someone’s paying you to be nice on purpose. Thanks man, we appreciate it.
What sells it for me its that he was planning to do a comparison video with a fender stratocaster and he totally forgot that it was there as he keeps playing the Squier in disbelieve
Dave you are a legend, you’re such a breath of fresh air for the guitar world, not only are you an incredible guitar player, you show people that hard work and practice make a guitar player not ££££ worth of gear! Keep it up and thanks for the videos
I think it's also getting over the "I really, really need a genuine, expensive Fender/Gibson" feel.
Settling for a modest Squier or other less known guitar requires a certain mindset, otherwise it will always eat you from within that it is not a "real thing".
@@Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040 yep that's just the suckers that haven't worked out that marketing is designed to do exactly that! 🎯
Loved watching your videos for the past few years, but I reckon my favourites are when you’re ‘just’ noodling away on a new guitar. All the different styles and techniques that come so naturally to you just blow us mere mortal guitarists away. A real joy to watch this video Dave - awesome!
Everybody reading this, send this video to Fender. Let's get Dave hooked up!!
morddas if I knew how I would
Twitter? @Fender
Bought this to try out after your enthusiasm in fsr seafoam green. I think I lucked out, after new strings and a bit of lemon oil, pickup height it plays and sounds great compared my other strats which are 10 times as much. The neck feels a dream with satin almost unfinish wood feel, no fretting problems anywhere on neck or rattling or buzzing. It really is making me readdress cost to value on my guitar hunts! Well done squier Indonesia!
That's pretty much my reaction every time I play mine. It's just insane how good these new Bullets are. I have upgraded to Fender locking tuners, a Tusq nut and converted it to SSH with a Duncan Distortion but still, it's an amazing base to start with and it freakin' shreds!
Still got the same guitar?
there is some great fender squires out there and you just got one ,it sounds like the real deal.and the price is crazy.well done Dave.you deserved it.
On the critical side, you forgot to compare the Bullet to the HB. On the plus side, your reactions said everything that we needed to know! Excelsior!!!
Love your playing and style. In my opinion it's a fusion of Hendrix, Green and Gilmour. Good work sir, good work!
My wife literally just walked Inthe house two hours ago with one of these guitars that she got for daft money off of one of her clients (she's a health worker ) and I'm having the same reaction, plays sooo good, can't believe it's a beginners guitar.
neck dimension on those Squiers are perfect for me - I like your style Dave you don't care what logo is slapped on that headstock
Red strats ALWAYS sound better. Nice work on that beast
The Squire Bullet is my "traveling" Guitar and i have to say, for that cheap price the Bullet is really likeable.
I got mine in sunburst.
Dave! Your channel has become a must watch for me over time. That Squier sold me too! I literally just bought my first Candy Apple Red G & L Legacy 2 days ago, and now I feel like I need to buy a red Bullet, which I never thought I would say. I have tons of Fenders, and I love them all. Squier's too, Love every one. But watching you play that thing and your genuine reaction has me thinking I may have overlooked something special at that damn price!! Keep the videos coming brother. Very inspiring!!! Peace!!!
I like this guy.
He is a real diamond.
JUST BOUGHT ONE 55 YEARS OLD GONNA LEARN ON IT, SEEMS DAMN NIVE FOR THE MONEY
Without him knowing he probably sold some squiers :')
i recently bought one, changed the nut and polished the frets, and it is just amazing
2020 April. Just sold me on one.
Seth Me too! 😜
That silliness at the beginning just saved my mood for the day
That’s so funny man. Hiding behind the box. That shit had me laughing my ass off.
Ok Dave, i get it, i’m at a loss for words also. Your love of music and guitar just shines “the dude abides”
I love seeing you plat this instrument Dave! Your never ceases to amaze me! I can't wait to see this is a mint green 3-ply scratch plate. That's the first thing I would do too if I had a fiesta red strat like this. :D
I love what you start playing at 07:58!!! Just brilliant!!
I bet I could make this sound like a £110 guitar!
I bet I can make it sound like a £111 guitar. And if we were in the gym and around the same strength I would go after your done with your set every time and do 1 rep more than you.
This is one of my favorite vids on youtube. I've never seen someone so happy about a 100 dollar guitar. Then he shreds it forever. Awesome
Thanks, Dave, awesome playing. I own a couple of Squier Classic Vibe guitars, the 60's strat, and thinline tele. Love your videos and a big hello from Texas. Now subscribed.
there's nothing that makes me smile more than dave with a cheap guitar than sounds like angels singing. put the finest custom shop in my hands and it sounds like im cranking on a jack in the box,lol
Dave, this guitar came in today and I'm seriously selling my Mexican Fender 60s stratocaster. That's how much I Iove it. Thank you for that
:)
I liked my first one so much, I went and bought another. Spread the word Dave !!
These Bullets just seem to come alive when you’re playing them. Hard to explain,but my US strats have just been collecting dust lately.
Nice playing !!!!
Dave is literally the best guitar player on RUclips no doubt
My goodness. Good gravy even!!!! You are so damn talented. It's a joy to watch you play. You sir are fantastic.
Had to fight the tears comin to my eyes when you started playin it
Squier owes you BIG time lol… you sold a lot of people on these and I just received mine and it’s in a beautiful lake placid blue and I’m beyond impressed with this bullet and even more impressed with your playing. You have a bigger than life personality and so genuine and have an incredibly unique and amazing play style. I’m currently going through rehab and you’re videos and attitude has been a positive distraction and is helping me more than you could imagine… You’re the best Dave!!
Makes a £100 guitar sound like a Custom Shop one. Pretty remarkable
There's no difference between those two guitars.
@Keith Clark Only price
I've been playing for 60 years and have learned that, except for some really fine exceptions, that in today's market you can find real gems in the "bargain brands". Picked up a Squire Classic Vibe Jazzmaster and am still blown away by the quality and playability/tone of that instrument. Never been a big Strat fan, but that is a real beauty. I think the advent of CNC production in the Far East manufacturers has changed the ball game forever. $200 guitars are now of the quality of a $500-$600 guitar 5 - 10 years ago. No need to have that $2,000 to $4,000 Gibson or Fender now.
Dave, I LOVE that you still have the PlayStation 1. That was my favorite system for many many years.
Btw, I was in a guitar store a few weeks ago Dave ( I have a ´96 Squier std strat and a Classic vibe tele) The guy was saying that Squiers are crap guitars, I told him I love mine but he said USA strats are way better.....Then I showed him Your Bullit video... I am 43 and have never seen a guy wanting to erase the last 5 minutes of his life so badly....I have a few Epiphones aswell and in particular a 2003 Zakk Wylde Bullseye aged one. I gave it away to a guy to have an actual Zakk Wylde active set installed. in total with the pickups it cost like 1050 euro's. I have had professional players ask to buy that guitar after I let them play it for a lot more (like 300 extra) I will never sell it. So happy you are not a guitar snob and just appreciate a good guitar. All the best mate (from the Netherlands)
I'll be very interested in the comparison with the Harley Benton, both in terms of playability and sound.
Neck thickness at 1st and 12th frets:
Squier Bullet Strat' : 20.6 mm 22 mm
Harley Benton ST-62DLX: 22.3 mm 24.5 mm
1956 Fender V profile: 22.4 mm 24.9 mm
1960s Fender "Oval C": 20.1 mm 23.6 mm
2010 Squier Classic Vibe 60 Strat': 21.5 mm 23.6 mm
2019 Fender "Modern C": 20.8 mm 22.1 mm
I've gotten so into Squiers. Out of the box, even....But, fun to mod, refinish, and mess around with, too. Cool video, man.
Fabulous video Dave, love how you were so enthusiastic about it.
This makes me very happy. Just put a deposit on a Fiesta red Squier Affinity Strat for my son - he's 8 😊 Haven't seen him for a few months but first thing he said to me at the weekend was 'daddy I want a rock guitar like yours!' He went straight to the Squier when I took him into the music shop! He's got 5 years on me, I started playing when I was 13, 50 odd years ago! Pleasure watching you play mate 👍😊
Thank you and thats awesome. : )
@@thedavesimpson don't suppose you can remember roughly the amp settings in this? Crunch or lead channel? Any boost or inbuilt effects? I've got a Katana 100 and last week finally after 40 years got a Strat, a 2004 US sunburst. Would love to get somewhere near your tone!
Dave ... You are truly gifted ... Your guitar playing is sick ... Fabulous stuff ... 😎✌️
I just got an Arctic White HT Bullet last week. No fret sprouts, neck is straight, intonation and action are perfect. Couldn't be happier. Best $199 CAD I've ever spent. Love the video and playing! 🤘
I enjoyed watching this video so much. Funny, excitement and So much talent.
Awesome, Dave every time I see you play. 👌🏽👍🏼🎸
watching you playing this cheap guitar (i own this one too) got me goosebump and im in tears. dude, thats beautiful. its your soul singing through this guitar, deeper than the deepest. thank you for the inspiration! ❤❤
Still got the blues my man. I'd say goodbye to that Harley Benton if it weren't for all that time you put in it with the neck sanding and whatnot.
I’ve had a Lake Placid Blue Bullet Strat for 5 months now. The only things I’ve changed on it were putting graphite string trees on it and wiring the middle tone control to also work on the bridge pickup to tame some of that treble. I absolutely love the guitar. It’s the best Strat I’ve personally played (had an American Deluxe that I sold to pay for my EX wife’s wedding dress 😕) but I like the playability of the Bullet more. I love the thin neck and I love how light weight it is. Probably about 3 kilograms (6.5 pounds) and it’s so comfortable to play. And it sounds just like a Stratocaster is supposed to sound.
Thank you for such a great review, Dave. I’ve bought a few pieces of gear because of your enthusiasm and infectious personality 😊
Jeez, I thought at one point that guitar was talking to me! One hell of a player dude...
I could listen to him play for hours!!! amazing, sounds so gorgeous, every single vibe captured so well
Wow, you’re great Dave!! All‘s in the hands.. fair to say, you could make even a turd sing. 😂
The pure joy on his face after the first lick on a squier bullet, tells us all we need to know about Dave Simpson. Love this channel
Dave!!!! You are, to me, what john frusciante is to you!!!! Bro you play so damn well!!!!
Looking at starting guitar, acoustic didn’t hit for me and when I thought about it… my love has always been electric. After watching your video this is the guitar I’m getting. Amazing performance, thank you!
I know the playstation 1 is the reason you can play so good, your secret is leaked
15:50 convinced me of ordering one! Your enthusiasm is amazing!
You were nowhere near this happy with the HB.
this kills the Harley
The neck of the bullet is great and it makes all the difference...
I just took mine home yesterday. I love it! It's got a bridge humbucker, but basically the same guitar. Mine's finished in a brown sunburst. It's awesome!!! An early Christmas gift from my sweet wife!!
The famous Jack Pearson went on tour with the Allman Brothers and used a stock Squier Bullet for the entire tour.
Here is his account of how he came to use a Squier Bullet. ruclips.net/video/EW_ajThs8Vo/видео.html
As with Jack Pearson this Squier Bullet's performance in this video has a lot to do with Dave Simpson's guitar playing ability. Practice, practice, practice. If you desire to sound good playing guitar you will need to practice, a lot.
I've been playing guitar since 1974, but I do not refer to myself as a "Guitarist", I instead more accurately refer to myself as a "Practicing Guitarist"!
For what these guitars cost I've got one I keep around leaving it in an alternate tuning. They are just nice guitars that work.
Great video Dave, Thank You.
You Sir , Just Blew Me Away !!!!! WOW !
Recently , I ordered one online , I've always been fan of Stratocasters .
This year I decided to buy my first " new guitar " , as all of the others had been strat copies and in rough shape . I got to looking on RUclips for anything about them , yes a Squire ! You showed everyone of us , just what they are capable of doing ! Thank you , my friend
Now if only , I open mine and could play like you . That would be , out of this world !
What a guitar player..You are the best.Greetings from Switzerland.
16th minute Dave screams: "What a guitar. What a guitar."
That's the best endorsement ever.
Thanks Dave.
I would love to see you check out the Squier Bullet Mustang. Keep up the good work!
I have this Strat and a bullet mustang...love them both!!!!
the Squier Bullet Mustang is certainly in my list to buy
Dave, the only man who could make people consider buying a Bullet strat.
33:17 the pick vanished forever :(
Edit: 34:56 it magically came back into existence :)
Damn, Dave... I could seriously sit and listen to you play all day. Watching the joy and enthusiasm you play with just awesome. Much love to ya man, holy shit lol... Keep bendin those strings!!!
When someone can play as good as that would it sound any better on an expensive Fender? I love listening to you play. I've never heard anyone make a guitar sound like that before. Beautiful.
Man Dave……that reaction at the 15 min and 50 second mark was GOLD!!!! Love it! Rock On!
Dave. they sell also a Bullet Mustang. with double Humbakers. maybe you would like it. must have a even more Rock sound. Blue or Black color. a beautiful blue. i need a second Squire. i have a Squire California and it is such a great tone. warm and beautiful for solo Love songs and Country songs. but i want also a harder sound. Rock sound. so i have to check out the Bullet Mustang aswell. maybe i will buy both. They are so affordable for what they deliver.
You nailed it Dave about being on tour! That or even playing gigs in some of the more rowdy venues this is perfect. I never take my Fender Strat to some venues for fear of the dreaded beer soaking, getting knocked over or nicked!