I just purchased and received my first D'angelico. I can't find a single flaw. So much better than anything I've ever owned in my lifetime of playing. I've been playing for over 40 years. Everything on this guitar screams quality. Set up was spot on. No fret buzz. I'm just blown away.
Recently bought a Premier Bedford SH and I absolutely love it. To my ears, it's like the perfect strat without sounding like cliché strat, if you know what I mean. The tones out of each pickup and combination are unique enough to stand out from the strat crowd without losing all of that strat charm. Neck is flat and wide, which works well for me. And semi-hollow body gives nice extra resonance and sustain. Really inspiring to play - can't put it down.
It's a d angelico It's light Set up was good out of box Fret edges ok Nice thin neck Feels great going past 12 fret (What heel) Stays in tune ok (except for the G) Looks cool Nobody wants to talk neck dive.. Yes it has neck dive I play sitting mostly so not a big deal for me Pickups are weak..I play mostly clean Selector Switch crapped out after a year . Service from d angelico was ez replacing switch.. Binding developed small crack at fret 12..that doesn't makes me crazy.. 2 year owner Intermediate player
Oops almost thought u were from Toronto 🤔 great work brother 👏 your definitely good all around 👍your probably a producer also. Most definitely with all the knowledge of gear but above all ur real, authentic feel for the music itself ✌
Great video. Totally agree with you about the black flake, however, love the natural mahogany back on the sky blue. Are you likely to do a review of the delux range?I have a atlantic delux in sunburst on order. Would be great to hear your thoughts on that one.
Thanks for the comment my friend! So my current video on the Deluxe Atlantic is outdated, as they've changed that model quite a bit since that first batch of Deluxe Atlantics. However the latest Deluxe Atlantics are very similar to the Limited Edition Deluxe Atlantics (here's my review: ruclips.net/video/ILCoEZj5ypg/видео.html) If you compare the specs of the new Deluxe Atlantic and the Deluxe Atlantic LE, you'll see how similar they are.
So I grabbed a Premier Bedford SH last week. It's nice as hell for sure but I'm thinking I'm gonna change the pickups, the stock ones are just a bit... lacking
Ludlow so unique cool would love it. I have 2 D'Angelico DC Premiere Boardwalk, HH, p90 just terrific. Want a solid next .Thanks for great demo review.
It seems that a few of the cheaper D'angelicos come with pau ferro fretboards. Fender's Mexican range now comes with pau ferro fretboards and the wood looks a bit cheap and streaky, and feels like laminated cardboard. I've heard this is a "Fender" thing rather than a "pau ferro" thing, and that pau ferro can be used well. Do these D'angelico guitars do it justice?
The short answer is, yes, I do think D'Angelico guitars use pau ferro fretboard well. They're a nice quality have have a nice tone and sustain. I have pau ferro fretboards on my Fender Bass and my D'Angelico Deluxe Atlantic, so here's what I think... The look is definitely better on the D'Angelico. The Fender's pau ferro fretboard definitely looks a little "lackluster" in the quality department, looks like an unfinished piece of wood which may or mayn't hold up over time. That said, both of these fretboards play perfectly well and sound great. I've had my fender bass for a little over a month, and every time I post a clip playing it, I get comments and messages about how good the tone is, so there's that. The D'Angelico on the other hand, well, I don't think quality was ever a concern. They're doing a great job to make great instruments and getting their hands on the best quality materials they can find.
How is the feel of it? Does it feel more like a gibson or like a standard strat when it comes to the weight and the overall feel of it? I am thinking about purchasing this guitar but I am not a fan of gibson type guitars
Hi tks for the extensive review. Can I tell if there are substantial difference in sound between the mahogany and basswod model for the brigthon other than the weight and color ? I ll be interested to know cause it's almost impossible to try these guitar where I leave. I ll have to order it blindfolded.
So I want to begin to learn guitar and I love the sound of those, but ofc I won't pay 800 for a guitar I might not use after a month. So what should I buy when I enjoy the sound of those, but don't want to buy 800?
Hey Patrick, I just picked up the Oxford red, to me it looks like a lite redish orange. Did you say that that color doesn't come with the trem system, because mine has? I getting ready to plug it in my dsl20 Marshall. Hope it sounds great, it looks awesome.
@@juscallmej Hey man, your right. I have the color that isn't the limited edition. I really liked the looks and the tone, but the neck was too narrow for me, unfortunately. I did a a-b test with it against my PRS, and the PRS won. But it is an excellent guitar, my hands are just I little to big for it. But I would recommend it, if it feels right to you.
Short Answer: Both are great instruments. You can't go wrong with either. Buy the one that makes sense for your budget. Long answer: The value of the Premier is pretty tough to beat. I think if you played both (which you definitely should!) you'd be surprised at how well the Premier "keeps up" with the Deluxe. Most consumers will likely say that the Deluxe isn't worth spending double the money on... not because the deluxe isn't worth it, but because the Premier is just that good. The two new finishes they just put out are crazy good. I'm having a hard time not snagging one of those Fiesta Red Premiers. The Deluxe benefits from nicer pickups and tone wood, for sure. You just have to ask yourself if it makes sense to spend the extra money for those features.
@@PatrickBreenMusic even a better deal a year later, as musicians friend has the Bedford sh open box & scratch and dents for around $350. Glad i held off on buying this guitar for $800 a year ago.
Ok... this is probably more than you asked for... but here's my signal chain: For the main demos of each guitar, there's 3 sections - 1st switch position, middle switch position and 3rd switch position (5th position on the Bed SH). For the 1st position & middle position demos the guitars are running into my JC22 Amp > UAD LA610 preamp > Logic Amp Designer. A tiny bit of reverb is added to bring in some room sound (10%, nothing too crazy. Valhalla Vintage Verb.) For the 3rd/5th position / lead guitar demos the guitars are going into The Ultra Phonix overdrive pedal by Vertex > JC22 Amp > UAD LA610 preamp > Logic Amp Designer > Logic compressor with a little bit of delay (Echoboy) and reverb (VVV). Each guitar has a demo without the track / just the guitar. The Bedford SH demos the tremolo and the Atlantic & Brighton demo the coil split feature. For these demos the guitars are running into my JC22 Amp > UAD LA610 preamp > Logic Amp Designer. Again, a tiny bit of reverb is added to bring in some room sound. Some people don't like reverb added, but I'm only adding a tiny bit to simulate the sound of a room. When you record an amp via line out its super, super dry. Sounds unnatural, in my opinion. So that's why I add in a little reverb. Hope that helps.
I have the Premier Atlantic in Sky Blue. Not one single regret or buyers remorse. It’s beautiful.
That's awesome Trevor! Thanks for sharing and enjoy your guitar!
@@PatrickBreenMusic thanks! Now to practice to get as good as you 😂
What’s the weight of your guitar?
Hello, do you still have/like it? What about neck-diving?
I just purchased and received my first D'angelico. I can't find a single flaw. So much better than anything I've ever owned in my lifetime of playing. I've been playing for over 40 years. Everything on this guitar screams quality. Set up was spot on. No fret buzz. I'm just blown away.
Did you get the matte charcoal finish?
@@jerry5979 I believe it’s called desert gold. It is absolutely gorgeous. Not a single flaw. And I am just addicted to the pick ups.
@@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241 Yup, I own a Matte Charcoal Brighton and it is absolutely beautiful.
So glad to hear that!
@@PatrickBreenMusic I just received a brand new Eastman D20. Another flawless guitar.
Man, that Bedford SH is right up my alley! I’m hoping I can snag one this year!
It's a good one, for sureeeee!
A tip : watch movies on Flixzone. I've been using them for watching a lot of movies during the lockdown.
@Keanu Jack yup, I've been using Flixzone for since november myself =)
@@PatrickBreenMusic update, just bought a Premier Brighton instead haha! Thanks again for the awesome video!
Double update, got the Premier SH too, I love having both the Bedford and the Brighton, they’re the best of all worlds!
Recently bought a Premier Bedford SH and I absolutely love it. To my ears, it's like the perfect strat without sounding like cliché strat, if you know what I mean. The tones out of each pickup and combination are unique enough to stand out from the strat crowd without losing all of that strat charm. Neck is flat and wide, which works well for me. And semi-hollow body gives nice extra resonance and sustain. Really inspiring to play - can't put it down.
It's a d angelico
It's light
Set up was good out of box
Fret edges ok
Nice thin neck
Feels great going past 12 fret (What heel)
Stays in tune ok (except for the G)
Looks cool
Nobody wants to talk neck dive..
Yes it has neck dive
I play sitting mostly so not a big deal for me
Pickups are weak..I play mostly clean
Selector Switch crapped out after a year .
Service from d angelico was ez replacing switch..
Binding developed small crack at fret 12..that doesn't makes me crazy..
2 year owner
Intermediate player
Oops almost thought u were from Toronto 🤔 great work brother 👏 your definitely good all around 👍your probably a producer also. Most definitely with all the knowledge of gear but above all ur real, authentic feel for the music itself ✌
Great video. Totally agree with you about the black flake, however, love the natural mahogany back on the sky blue. Are you likely to do a review of the delux range?I have a atlantic delux in sunburst on order. Would be great to hear your thoughts on that one.
Thanks for the comment my friend! So my current video on the Deluxe Atlantic is outdated, as they've changed that model quite a bit since that first batch of Deluxe Atlantics. However the latest Deluxe Atlantics are very similar to the Limited Edition Deluxe Atlantics (here's my review: ruclips.net/video/ILCoEZj5ypg/видео.html)
If you compare the specs of the new Deluxe Atlantic
and the Deluxe Atlantic LE, you'll see how similar they are.
@@PatrickBreenMusic thank you very helpful.
I was waiting for this review, thank you. Hopefully I can get my hands on the Premier Atlantic sometime this year. Probably the red one
Yeah that oxblood finish HITS. Glad this video was helpful! Cheers my friend!
@@PatrickBreenMusic I have the red Atlantic now and it plays great. It's my fave guitar so far
What's the difference between the "deluxe" and "premier" family styles?
Great video. Love all these. Tough choice. Thanks for your review
Always the BEST
Thanks for watching!
Hi! and thank you for this revue. Those Guitars looks really fantastic, sounds really nice. Hope they plays also great, I will get one of them soon.
Awesome video. That Bedford is looking beautiful. Also, what effects are you using for the solo’s?
So I grabbed a Premier Bedford SH last week. It's nice as hell for sure but I'm thinking I'm gonna change the pickups, the stock ones are just a bit... lacking
Ludlow so unique cool would love it. I have 2 D'Angelico DC Premiere Boardwalk, HH, p90 just terrific. Want a solid next .Thanks for great demo review.
Cheers Gregory!
It seems that a few of the cheaper D'angelicos come with pau ferro fretboards. Fender's Mexican range now comes with pau ferro fretboards and the wood looks a bit cheap and streaky, and feels like laminated cardboard.
I've heard this is a "Fender" thing rather than a "pau ferro" thing, and that pau ferro can be used well. Do these D'angelico guitars do it justice?
The short answer is, yes, I do think D'Angelico guitars use pau ferro fretboard well. They're a nice quality have have a nice tone and sustain.
I have pau ferro fretboards on my Fender Bass and my D'Angelico Deluxe Atlantic, so here's what I think... The look is definitely better on the D'Angelico. The Fender's pau ferro fretboard definitely looks a little "lackluster" in the quality department, looks like an unfinished piece of wood which may or mayn't hold up over time. That said, both of these fretboards play perfectly well and sound great. I've had my fender bass for a little over a month, and every time I post a clip playing it, I get comments and messages about how good the tone is, so there's that. The D'Angelico on the other hand, well, I don't think quality was ever a concern. They're doing a great job to make great instruments and getting their hands on the best quality materials they can find.
These Guitars are sexy, I might get one 😁. Thanks for this review Patrick
Cheers my friend! Hope you end up with an awesome guitar!
How is the feel of it? Does it feel more like a gibson or like a standard strat when it comes to the weight and the overall feel of it? I am thinking about purchasing this guitar but I am not a fan of gibson type guitars
Hi tks for the extensive review. Can I tell if there are substantial difference in sound between the mahogany and basswod model for the brigthon other than the weight and color ? I ll be interested to know cause it's almost impossible to try these guitar where I leave. I ll have to order it blindfolded.
Great video man. I ordered the sky blue SH last week, can’t to get it!! Very cool to see it in action here. Good playin, brotha!
You're going to love it! Great guitar! Thanks for the comment Brent! 🙌
Hi! Did you like it? Did it have a neck-diving?
So I want to begin to learn guitar and I love the sound of those, but ofc I won't pay 800 for a guitar I might not use after a month. So what should I buy when I enjoy the sound of those, but don't want to buy 800?
How does this Bedford compare to the fixed bridge version?
Hey Patrick,
I just picked up the Oxford red, to me it looks like a lite redish orange. Did you say that that color doesn't come with the trem system, because mine has? I getting ready to plug it in my dsl20 Marshall. Hope it sounds great, it looks awesome.
thats not the oxblood red you have. thats the fiesta red edition that comes with a tremelo. how do you like the guitar though.
@@juscallmej
Hey man, your right. I have the color that isn't the limited edition. I really liked the looks and the tone, but the neck was too narrow for me, unfortunately. I did a a-b test with it against my PRS, and the PRS won. But it is an excellent guitar, my hands are just I little to big for it. But I would recommend it, if it feels right to you.
Hey! What about Brighton's balance? Wondering, if the neck pulls down due to lighter basswood body.
Had the Deluxe Brighton Ltd. which was neck heavy with massive dive. I would go for the Atlantic, maybe the mahagony model, better neck balance
What do you think of the Premier Bedford sh vs the Deluxe?
Short Answer: Both are great instruments. You can't go wrong with either. Buy the one that makes sense for your budget.
Long answer: The value of the Premier is pretty tough to beat. I think if you played both (which you definitely should!) you'd be surprised at how well the Premier "keeps up" with the Deluxe. Most consumers will likely say that the Deluxe isn't worth spending double the money on... not because the deluxe isn't worth it, but because the Premier is just that good. The two new finishes they just put out are crazy good. I'm having a hard time not snagging one of those Fiesta Red Premiers. The Deluxe benefits from nicer pickups and tone wood, for sure. You just have to ask yourself if it makes sense to spend the extra money for those features.
@@PatrickBreenMusic Just picked one up and I'm loving it! Thanks for the info :)
@@PatrickBreenMusic even a better deal a year later, as musicians friend has the Bedford sh open box & scratch and dents for around $350. Glad i held off on buying this guitar for $800 a year ago.
Did you have any effects on the guitar in Logic or was it just the guitar playing? :)
Ok... this is probably more than you asked for... but here's my signal chain:
For the main demos of each guitar, there's 3 sections - 1st switch position, middle switch position and 3rd switch position (5th position on the Bed SH).
For the 1st position & middle position demos the guitars are running into my JC22 Amp > UAD LA610 preamp > Logic Amp Designer. A tiny bit of reverb is added to bring in some room sound (10%, nothing too crazy. Valhalla Vintage Verb.)
For the 3rd/5th position / lead guitar demos the guitars are going into The Ultra Phonix overdrive pedal by Vertex > JC22 Amp > UAD LA610 preamp > Logic Amp Designer > Logic compressor with a little bit of delay (Echoboy) and reverb (VVV).
Each guitar has a demo without the track / just the guitar. The Bedford SH demos the tremolo and the Atlantic & Brighton demo the coil split feature. For these demos the guitars are running into my JC22 Amp > UAD LA610 preamp > Logic Amp Designer. Again, a tiny bit of reverb is added to bring in some room sound.
Some people don't like reverb added, but I'm only adding a tiny bit to simulate the sound of a room. When you record an amp via line out its super, super dry. Sounds unnatural, in my opinion. So that's why I add in a little reverb.
Hope that helps.
Slim neck on the Premier atlantic?
How was the setup? stay in tune?
most guitars stay in tune it has to be a REALLY SHITTY guitar to go out
Musician friends have them for 430.00 stupid deal of the day
Not available for lefties how great is that 😅
my tremelo arm just flops around
Buen video. Me suscribo ya.
That green Bedford thing is hideous. Good grief...what was D'angelico thinking?
Bro that's not the Peace sign, that's two hotdogs.
Musician friends have them for 430.00
Well technically the premier acoustics are the cheapest D'Angelico guitars 🤷♂️
Yes, the premier series are the most affordable guitars.
@@PatrickBreenMusic i got 1 jumbo deluxe disscontiuned and totally loved.
Hey man, so dope youre an dangelico artist! :) Do you know if one of these will be available for lefties at some point? 😇🦦
💙
🙌🙌
is this guy Jesse Pinkman from Breaking Bad?
Lefty?
More like a commercial than a review
i dont think my man knows how to use trem