Mr. Green Jeans | IYV ILS-300 EGR | Review & Demo
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- Опубликовано: 9 мар 2023
- In this 176th installment, Jimmy finally “relents” and after 3 years of holding off, finally gets his hands on the “Greenie”…the IYV ILS-300 LP style guitar from Inyen Vina Guitars! This particular guitar was purchased from EBay and listed as “New In Box” at the price of $79 plus shipping!
Let’s see what all the fuss is about, shall we? Mr. Green Jeans indeed! 
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I own three IYV guitars and was really blessed for two reasons. First I was amazed it reached me in one pc. The boxing is terrible. Two- unlike some buyer’s mine came perfect. Not a flaw or scratch and set up was perfect. No intonation needed. I am still amazed how much guitar you get for your money. And here is one more surprise. There are a couple of Luthiers on here discussing this guitar in detail. According to them both unlike Epiphone who uses a Venere top IYV actually uses a Maple Cap And again it just adds to the question how do they do this for the price? One reason I know is that the Vietnamese workers are probably getting paid hardly anything plus the fact they are guitars use computerized cutters, which cuts out perfect bodies and necks every time. I like your videos and I don’t like the doubt anyone, but after me, seeing for myself, the actual cap after the guitar has been completely stripped of everything. Please can you tell me why you think it’s a venere? The three IYV guitars I bought are so different ( with the fact that I use these in the studio, quite a bit and engineers, and most everyone in the studio has never even heard of I YV guitars) My thought, is depending on the song, and the three IYV guitars I own I have a choice in sound.
Please don’t think that IYV guitars are my only guitars I own many hight end or should I call them I own many over priced guitars. I take that back when I bought them they were fairly priced like my Martin D 28 I bought for $1100 Buck in 1990. Now they are three grand and 1995 I bought a Rickenbacker 360 12 string 😮V Les Paul style guitar and was so impressed I bought two the next week. The thinner hollow body jazz guitar that has a piece of hardwood running down the center like Gibson‘s 335s and that guitar does so much more than just a jazz sound. It really rocks out the second one I ordered was the one I considered the hybrid Fender’s Jazz Master or duel, sonic and the mustang that I don’t think I YV makes that Guitar because there was an issue with Fender. Or they’re going to re-design it anyway I’m just a super fan of these guitars I gig with them, and so many are really impressed that they come up asking me what that is followed by how nice looking it is and sounds. I get excited when we talk about these guitars, and I text more than I meant to. This was only about IYV’s. Les Paul style guitar, cap versus veneer.
Hi David…thanks so much for watching and commenting! Like you, I am also a big fan and proponent of Inyen Vina guitars. I have over a dozen different models and have been impressed with each. I have found you get a lot of guitar for the $$ for sure. In the case of this LP, I believe I stated that I was not sure if it was a maple cap or a maple veneer top. Basically the same, but usually your maple “cap” is thicker than a maple veneer top. Either way, the guitar is a bargain and much more guitar than you would expect at the price point! Truly appreciate your stopping in to the channel and sharing your thoughts. Much thanks…🎸👍
Bless you Jimmy - you bring happy! thanks
Thanks so much Michael for stopping into the channel and watching/commenting. Truly appreciated! 🙏🎸👍
I like Mr. Green Jeans Jimmy!! Great video as usual!! I did see a bunch of these on EBAY and Reverb!!
Hi Reggie…glad you enjoyed it man!! I was hesitant for all the reasons I stated, but now glad I did finally pull the trigger. Always appreciate your stopping into the channel my friend….much thanks! 🎸👍
I'm so glad you got one of these Jimmy,,I was really impressed with mine,I've had it for couple years now,they are really great guitars,as far as playability and sound, I believe these guitars started the green guitar craze,now you see them everywhere,seems like every company is making more green guitars now, no longer an embarrassing color to gig with,this guitar was the best kept secret,now it's out there, soon to be sold out,just in time for a St. Paddy's day jam🍀🤣👍
Hey there 2Daze…thanks for watching and commenting my friend!! I knew a lot of our subscribers/watchers already owned one of these and I diligently “held off” due to the reasons given in the review/demo. At the end of the day however, I am also glad that I picked one up. Especially at the current pricing!! 😎
It’s a great playing LP, right out of the box and after a string change and cleaning…little tweaking to my preferences..should be phenomenal! I don’t expect them to last to much longer….🤣
Truly appreciate your stopping in…much thanks my friend!! 🎸👍
Thanks jimmy! you are quite a talented guy!!
Hi Timidater…thanks so much for watching and the kind comments! Truly appreciate your stopping in to the channel and hope to see you more here! Much appreciated! 🎸👍
The IYV ILS-300 EGR was the second guitar I bought, back in 2021, and I've loved it ever since. It has wonderful chime, rich tones, and plays very nicely. Once you get some lemon oil on that fretboard, you will be amazed at how good it looks. I love seeing your videos for guitars that I already own. It lets me know that I didn't buy a turkey.
Hi MB…I know that a lot of viewers and subscribers do own one of these already, and many have told me over the years that I should grab one. I resisted for a long time for the reasons I indicated in the video, but knew that most, if not all, loved the guitar. I kind of feel that I did the right thing by holding out, as the price ended up being really good in the end..😎
Regardless, it’s worth twice the price (as I find most IYV’s are) and glad I finally decided to grab one. I am looking forward to re-stringing and cleaning! Truly appreciate your stopping in MB…much thanks! 🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Will you review a Takamine NP18C?
I had watched several RUclips reviews on this guitar last week and all were positive. I ordered one from an ebay seller last Tuesday. it will arrive tomorrow or Monday. When i saw that you had just put up a review I couldn't wait to see what your impression was. My anticipation is building. Fingers crossed. Thanks for the video.
Hi Mike…Congrats and enjoy it!! Thanks so much for stopping in and watching. Hopefully, yours will arrive safe and sound. Mine arrived in between snow storms (got delayed a day) but couldn’t be happier! Be sure to let us know how you like it…fingers crossed for a great one! 🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Mine arrived today. I raised the pickups a bit and it sounds and plays nicely. Several of the tuners are sloppy going 1/4 turn before anything happens. Tomorrow new strings, F-1 Fret board oil, and fret polishing. Other than that its easily worth the $138.00 I paid. I'll probably install New tuners eventually as well. Overall, I'm pleased.
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Hi Mike! Congrats…happy to hear yours arrived safely! When you do your string change and fretboard cleaning, be sure to tighten/check your tuner posts as they may simply be loose. Thanks so much for the follow up, and enjoy your new “Greenie”!! 🎸👍
I had the same reaction as you did. I don't really like LPs and the green turned me off, but for $100+ bucks I couldn't resist. Aaaaand. . . .. the guitar is perfect! Super-light, plays like butter, and the green is much nicer in real life than in the pix. I can't put it down. Grab these while you can, folks. They won't be around long.
Hi Thomas…thanks for stopping in and sharing! Pretty amazing LP for the $$, without question! Truly hard to beat at these prices…glad to hear you grabbed one. Again, thanks so much for watching…much appreciated! 🎸👍
I'm partial to green as St. Patrick's Day nears. Great choice at an amazing price! I turned my Monoprice Stage Right 5w amp into a mini Marshall using the Nux Horseman pedal. Running at 50 to 55 dbs, it is now an apartment friendly amp!
Hi Cal B…I forgot about St. Patties coming up…😎
Sounds like you are having fun with your Stage Right….rock on my friend! 🎸👍
It's a cool guitar, Jimmy! I dig it. I'm like you... been seeing this one around for a few years now, and always moderately interested. Never pulled the trig on it. I don't have this one, but I have had a few IYV guitars, and they are usually great. I dig what they do. That is a pretty guitar, and very full and rich sounding. Easy to see why guys like em.' I know you're a single coil and P90 guy. Offsets. But yeah - this is a nice budget guitar. A Rock n' Roll Machine! With nice jazzy tones too. Something a little different for your collection! Rock on, Brother!
Hi Jimmy Z…thanks so much for watching and commenting! Kinda the exact situation it seems! I didn’t need another LP, but the pricing and prior reputation of this guitar made it time to add one to the arsenal. I am glad I did as it is really nice! Truly appreciate your stopping in and the channel support my friend! 🎸👍
I'll be unboxing mine in about 3 hours! Great review.
Hi Jimmy J….Nice!! Congrats!! Sure hope yours comes safe and sound and you enjoy it!! Thanks so much for stopping into the channel and sharing! 🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1 I opened the box and found a really nice guitar! Unfortunately, mine weighs an even 8# (not too bad for a LP). It required no further setup, only some new strings. It is a heck of a deal, but a LP is not my favorite model, especially in vivid green. Too good to pass up!
@@jimmyj4811
Nice Jimmy!! Glad it arrived safe and sound! 8lbs is good. They will all vary slightly in weight due to wood variations and density. Sounds like you got another great one!! Congrats my friend and enjoy it!! 🎸👍
Good buy for someone! Thanks Jimmy
Hi papa blue…thanks for watching and commenting! Yes, great pricing on these right now! Truly appreciate your stopping in my friend…🎸👍
Thanks Jimmy.
My pleasure John…thanks so much for stopping in! 🎸👍
sweeet "greenie" brother!
im glad you got one! the fingerboard on yours is lighter like on my "number2" green model...
i got into the les paul style guitar at the 1st part of this year...wanted a sg model so i went to the local muzik shop to sit down with a sg and les paul...both epiphone models...
the sg felt extreemly "noseheavy" and wouldnt stay balanced on my leg....then i tried the les paul.....ooo my word....felt perfectly balanced....felt lovely in my arms as i was mooking about with it...
the les paul model i checked out went home with me soon after haha!
i made a fairly short film with the epiphone les paul classic plucking about.....hope ya give it a watch!
Thanks so much for watching and commenting Mike! I fought it off for a long while, but glad now that I grabbed one in the end. It was tough to justify buying another LP, but like I said the price was simply to good to refuse and the guitar is very, VERY nice so it’s certainly a “Win Win”! I will check out your Epi video…thanks again for stopping in! 🎸👍
So, after some internal back and forth, I went ahead and purchased one of these from an Ebay seller. Ya know, because it was on sale. Other than a super dry fret board, intonation set up, it rocks. New in box, like yours. Thanks for the review.
Hi David! Thanks for watching and commenting! Congrats on your new IYV! Enjoy it! Great deal…so glad you stopped into the channel and shared your experience! Much thanks, and congrats again! Keep pickin’…🎸👍
I haven't owned a LP style guitar since about 1997. Like you, I'm more of a single coil guy. I've known I've needed a LP for a while, but I haven't seen one that's blown me away until now. The emerald green is what sold me.
Hi Colin…thanks so much for watching and commenting. The IYV ILS-300 is a bargain and fits the bill for a very nice LP clone that doesn’t break the bank. The color was actually more of what put me off for so long (that and I have others) but it actually has grown on me and looks much nicer in person. Truly appreciate your stopping into the channel and Congrats if you grabbed yourself one! 🎸👍
Your "blues outro" sounded awesome.
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Thanks so much…truly appreciate that! 🎸👍
Jimmy you're going to love the wait cuz that's an awesome guitar love the neck
Hi Donnie…thanks so much for stopping into the channel man…truly appreciated! 🎸👍
Anytime Jimmy
@@donnieyon8658
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Nice playing
Thanks so much Ed…appreciate your dropping by! 🎸👍
I can't play nearly as well as you do, however, this guitar makes me look good. Both of them.
Hi Mark…thanks so much for watching and commenting! Congrats on yours!! 😎
Truly appreciate your stopping in to the channel! Much thanks…🎸👍
Mr. Green Jeans! If you make room in the studio for Grandfather Clock we’re REALLY showing our age. Should we stop calling you Chief and refer to you as Captain as in Kangaroo? Another great review and keep ‘em comin’!😊
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Thanks so much for watching and commenting mjvicc1952…that’s funny!!
Appreciate your stopping in as always… glad you enjoyed it! 🎸👍
I’m so tempted to get one of these now. Last thing I need is a new guitar lol but I think I might pull the trigger on it. Thanks for all the info on it.
Hi Mad Gunny…none of us “need” it…wanting it is another question..😎
At the prices they are blowing these out, if you are interested you may want to do it sooner than later. Mine is easily worth 2x what it cost me. I have no horse in this race, so…just reporting what I have found with mine! Good luck with whatever decision you decide to make, and thanks so much for stopping into the channel! Much appreciated! 🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1 I wound up buying the guitar, I couldn’t find them on Amazon but they were all over eBay from fairly reputable sellers. I found a seller on there who is selling these new for $132 and he accepts returns so there is no risk. The kicker is though when I went to check out, he was offering a one time 20% discount on anything from his eBay store so the guitar came out to $112 with taxes and free shipping. If it turns out anywhere as good as yours I think it will be an absolute steal.
@@MadGunny
Excellent! Yes, they are not being sold on Amazon at this point, only through resellers on EBay as I explained in my video. You got a good price! Congrats and hope you enjoy it! 🎸👍
I have the IYV spalted maple semi hollow tele. IYV are excellent budget guitars. I love mine.
Yep! All of my different IYV models have been a lot more guitar than the price point would have you believe, and this ILS-300 is no exception! Truly appreciate your stopping in and sharing Ron! Much thanks! 🎸👍
Wow! I was NOT expecting you to get this one, since as you say, you already have other great LP-style guitars. I was thinking you might get something more unusual, like the IP-300 solid neck-through model. (I’ve been holding off on getting ANY more guitars, but the IP-300 is tempting just because I prefer solid bodies, and I personally really do like the PRS body style and the aesthetics of the IP-300.) The ILS-300 is probably lightweight in part because it has a maple veneer instead of a true maple cap. I’m not a fan of the LP style either… But now that you have it, I predict you’ll do a comparison between this and the two Monoprice LPs you have. I also wouldn’t be surprised if the goldtop with the P90’s is your favorite one, and the black MP LP with the humbuckers is technically better than this one. I really like the Destiny CNC Wound pickups though-they are very bright and clear sounding compared to many humbuckers out there.
Hey PG…thanks as always for stopping in! I have also been looking at the IP-300 but the pricing on the ILS-300 just made it time to grab one! They are certainly tempting….comparisons are indeed coming…😎
Ove this less paul style,love the clean dound deep tone. How much fo they go for, WHERE CAN I GET ONE IN U S.??
"IYV" got 2 of these. Lol. One I painted, and the other I left green. But yours looks darker/better than mine. There is a lot of extra material routed out of the cavities on the inside. Probably the Vietnamese version of "chambered" I would look into the the nut for your tuning instability. I have had good luck with the tuners. The cap is probably 5/8 like it should be. I noticed while refinishing, but I still think it is a veneer for the flame. The one I painted got outfitted with emg's, and is now my favorite guitar. It's on video on my channel.
Hi ROCKNROLLMODS….thanks for watching and commenting. I know that a lot of folks have bought “multiples” of these. At the price, why not! 😎
I do like the weight….figured it was slightly “routed/chambered” and using a veneer cap. I also like the stock pups, as they are more PAF styled humbuckers. I did a setup after this video (didn’t need much) and tuning is fine after replacing the strings, nut graphite, cleaning/polishing frets, etc…Great buy for a very decent LP clone!
Appreciate your stopping into the channel and sharing your thoughts! Much thanks…🎸👍
@Jimmy Stewart no problem they are fascinating guitars, I was blown away at the 180$ that I paid for each of my examples. Great modding platform. I am a big "Set Neck Freak" somehow that glued in neck just makes me feel better lol
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I did a bit of a “roundup” with my other budget LP’s and the setup. I will check out your channel! 👍👍
That guitar sounds great, Jimmy! I too have avoided these partly because of the emerald green color, but now that my interest is piqued they seem to have disappeared from Ebay and Amazon.
Regarding the blue one, I read that the neck is chunky, more like a 59 neck and that's not of interest to me because I like slim necks.
Regarding the green one, is that a Pao Ferro board? It's light so that's what it looks like to me. I'm not a fan of Pao Ferro but if the rest of the guitar is good it might be worth finding one. Cheers.
Hi Mr. D…I have not looked around EBay recently, but it seemed for a few months, every 3rd party re-seller had them for sale. I don’t own the Ocean Blue model, but I heard the neck was thicker on those as well, but it also has the sculpted heal, where this model does not. I picked up their 300 D model as well (review here on the channel) and it’s very, very nice! It’s a “relic” model (not really my thing but done well) with a light satin finish and sculpted heal. Check it out when you get a chance…
All the IYV models use a Jatoba fretboard. Thanks for stopping into the channel!! 🎸👍
I like it better than my epi standard. I bought a second iyv les paul just to test out different pickup variations. I'll start with some emg's.
Hi Dennis…thanks so much for watching and commenting. It definitely plays/sounds better than my Epi Standard I use to have as well. I like the PAF style sound of the stock CNC Destiny pups, but I bet a set of EMG’s should sound pretty killer!! Good luck with it and be sure to let me know how your 2nd works out. Appreciate your stopping into the channel and sharing.
Keep pickin’…🎸👍
First off thank you for your reviews that you do! my question is the neck is it a slim taper neck or baseball bat size neck or something in between.
Hi Ken…thanks for watching/commenting! As I state in the video, the neck is a modern C, 60’s slim taper style. I do measurements on the neck as well, along with radius and weight! Appreciate your stopping into the channel!! 🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Thanks for the quick Info! based on your reply I have ordered one on ebay already.
@@kenallen1953
That’s excellent Ken! Congrats, and enjoy it man!! I think you will be pleasantly surprised! Be sure to let me know what you think after you receive yours! 🎸👍
Nice review, nice guitar! I'm impressed with it's weight. It's lighter than my Zach Myer Semi-Hollow body, and best of all it's 1/10th the cost. If I didn't own so many guitars, I'd get one. Good find though!
Hey Frank…thanks so much for watching/commenting! The weight is certainly a “plus” in my book…especially in a LP style. I always say the same thing….If I didn’t have so many guitars….😎👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Ha!! Other thing, I need a new Keyboard. Been playing a Yamaha P80 for 20 years. Waiting for NAMM Show, but have my sights set on the new Roland FP-E50. My wife is gonna kill me.
@@Frank-in-NY
I hear ya…I have a really old Siel Orchestra from the 80’s along with a Alesis from around 2000. Both still work perfectly!!
@@JimmyStewart1 Had an Alesis QS8.1 once. Pretty good action. Yup, some of the old stuff won't give up.
@@Frank-in-NY
Yep!! The Alesis is still a good unit!!
What do you have for Captain Kangaroo? LOL - I don't need that guitar, but I see a deal I can't refuse...Thanks for your review!
Ha!ha! 🤣
It was also a deal I couldn’t refuse…😎
No one “needs” it…but “want” is another question…thanks so much for watching and commenting David. As we say here on the channel…”BUY IT” 🎸👍
I just put pro buckers in mine, the neck is great on this guitar, can't find these on Amazon right now in Chinada
Hi Errrup08…Nice!! Congrats on yours, and yes…very nice neck on these for sure! They are currently NOT being sold on Amazon…got mine via EBay!
Thanks so much for stopping in to the channel and sharing. 🎸👍
Jimmy , since you review many IYV Guitars, any way you could do an honest review of the neck through ISSY NA Guitar? It looks pretty interesting and I don’t own a neck through.
I have looked at it a number of times, but have yet to pull the trigger. Kinda like the situation with this ILS-300…neither model really appealed to me to the point that I “had to have one”. Again, with weight being a concern, but I may include one for future review. Have heard good things…🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1 thx for response.
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Hey Jim as a fellow IYV fan Have you seen or heard anything about the IYV ILP-400fr les paul style with floyd rose trem ....I saw it months ago on amazon now it seems to have disappeared.....curious
As far as I know, it’s a model they plan to bring to Amazon at some point. Other than that, I really don’t know much else about it. Some saw it listed already, but when trying to order it wouldn’t let them. Price listed was $222. Supposedly there is also a cherryburst version less the FR..
@@JimmyStewart1 Thats the price I saw.....and my finger accidentally hit "buy now."...that was 6 weeks ago....said they would e-mail me when ships...supposedly its going to be here on Thursday ....we'll see
@@jgia1562
Hmm….nice! Hope you receive it and be sure to stop in and let me know if you get it! 🎸👍
Well I received the ilp 400 fr a day early and I'm sorry to say as pretty as it is its going to be returned,3 strings were broken which loosened the tension on all strings and caused spring to come loose during shipping and strings rubbed on p/u's and neck causing scratches and gouging on neck.
Tuning keys were loose so decided to take one out to find the holes were drilled out at least 2mm to big for a 10 mm tuner,
It doesn't stay in tune overnite...yea i'm disappointed but ....
Cool thing about it was it had two volumes one for each P/U one one tone and the knobs were 1/2 recessed into the body...looked slick...tried to get replacement but only a full refund is offered.
I'd almost keep it but not for full price and they were't offering a % off...I Tried but they weren't biting .@@JimmyStewart1
@@jgia1562
Oh man…sorry to hear that!! Tough to wait all that time and receive a “lemon”….☹️
Hope you can eventually grab one that fits the bill for ya…appreciate the follow-up and once again, sorry it didn’t work out for you!
How does it compare to Monoprice, better, worse or about the same?
Hi Richard..thanks for watching and commenting! As far as setup and playability right out of the box, it was one of the best! I will be doing a full comparison video between this, my Monoprice DLX Plus(s) and A couple of my Firefly LP’s as well! Stay tuned to the channel and thanks again for stopping in! Much appreciated! 🎸👍
Hey Jimmy, hope all is well with you. I have sworn "NO MORE GUITARS" but maybe...Ha! Bobby
Hi Bob…all is well…just getting tired of the snow…😎
We all know that in the back of your mind is the voice saying…”Ok…just one more…” 🤣
What is a good bedroom amp with headphone capability ? Would like tubes. Low watts is fine. Will not be performing. Just a beginner.
Hi polocash11…thanks for watching and commenting. I would steer you towards the Monoprice 5W or 15w but they don’t come equipped with a dedicated headphone out. You could look at the “Spark” amps (not valve amps) but very good for home practice with tons of features. Boss Katana, Orange, Fender,….there is really tons of options. You could look at the mini style as well…Nuxx, Danelectro, etc….hope that helps!! 🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1 But under $150?
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Well, you didn’t mention under $150….😎
You could probably find something used in that price point…or look at the Fender Micro Headphone Amp or Fender Frontman 10 which are both under $150 on Amazon…
I wish other colour choices were available...
Hi Klaus…thanks so watching and commenting. The green color kept me away for a long time as well, but it’s actually quite nice in person. They do have a “blue” version they came out with as well, but the price is more and they are pretty limited. Appreciate your stopping in to the channel! Much thanks! 🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Hi Jimmy!
Yeah, I'm a huge Les Paul shape/HH pickup config fan, and I like the idea now that budget guitars have become so good, that they'd appeal to intermediate players (such as myself) or even experts/pros, let alone beginners.
Accordingly, the IYV has been on my radar, but the colour has put me off pulling the trigger, but I must admit, it's grown on me. I think black trim as opposed to cream would look way cooler.
Keep rockin!
@@klauswigsmith
Great pricing on them…I can live with it…😎👍
Could u let us no if any of these guitars have a neck dive from them,that should be mentioned for the new guys out there that don't no about it until they put a strap on them,
Hi Jim…evidently you never had the opportunity to view my “mockumentory” on the dreaded neck dive pandemic sweeping the guitar playing community. A word of caution if you decide to view it….a open mind and sense of humor is required 😎
ruclips.net/p/PLgDJd9oEf34OsgjNb1pSrTEAbj1_kS3Lq
Really - Ebay for~$100? a guy is selling one for $135 on Facebook that i was looking at
Yep! For awhile, there was a few sellers blowing these out on EBay new in box for between $89 to $120 depending on shipping. $135 is not a bad price as they were selling on Amazon initially for $150-169
I've heard they are great guitars. I'm just not sure about leprechaun green.
Hi Chuck…🤣
That was probably my biggest issue with holding out as well…honestly, it’s not as “fugly” in person. Truly appreciate your stopping in man…much thanks! 🎸👍
6/18/23. WARNING! IYV will falsely advertise their guitars as “all mahogany “ when they’re actually mixing woods! That’s according to FULTON STREET BEATS RUclips channel. However, FULTON STREET BEATS also gave an IYV Basswood guitar( I believe falsely advertised as an all mahogany guitar) a stellar review, saying that his IYV guitar sounds so good out-of-the-box, that he is not going to modify it... Mahogany is a more expensive, heavier wood than basswood.
I think folks put way to much stock into their beliefs of “tone woods” and its effect on electric guitars. There are many different types and variations of what most call “mahogany”. There really is nothing wrong with using basswood for a guitar body. In my opinion, if it plays/looks/sounds good, then…👍
Thanks for stopping in…🎸👍
Did they really have to make the back of it green also ? sigh
Hi John…thanks for watching and commenting. Yeah…well…it is what it is. I thought the exact same thing which in reality, was one of the main reasons I held off on this model for so long. In the end however, I have found the color “grows on you”, looks MUCH better in person, and the guitar itself plays/sounds great so I have gotten over it very, very quickly. It has become one of my favs, and it punches WAY ABOVE what you would expect for it’s price!! Appreciate your stopping into the channel…thanks! 🎸👍
i'd rather be a cat and just enjoy the box and not have to worry about spending massive amounts on new guitars
Ha!! He’s certainly got the good life….😻👍