IYV ISMF-200 VW | Mustang Hybrid | Review & Demo
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- Опубликовано: 16 сен 2020
- In this 37th installment, Jimmy reviews and demonstrates the “funky” Mustang Hybrid from the folks at IYV Guitars. The IVY ISMF-200 VW is advertised as a “Strat”, but I think it is more Mustang “hybrid” and a cool offset guitar to add to your collection. A 22 fret, 24” scale with vibrato it has a basswood body, maple neck and solid body “funk” with dual offset single coil pickups. Check them out on Amazon!!
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I forgot to mention in this video (you should know this already, right?) but this review/demo of this guitar, is right out of the box (after 1 day acclimation) sitting in the studio. Nothing was done to this guitar at all except for tuning it!
Sounds great to me. Theres another company who makes these. ThomannUSA makes these under their house name, Harley Benton. The model name for their version of this exact same guitar is the Harley Benton MS60. They make a lefty version of this same guitar as well and I have the exact same guitar as this, same color everything, but lefty and the headstock says Harley Benton. I love this guitar. Its definetly a Fender Mustang clone. And Ive had no issues with mine at all. Its great to see others playing this same guitar. :)
@@rodneykuhn249
Thanks for watching and commenting Rodney! Yes, Thomann does do similar models. Just so you are aware, IYV actually makes the Harley Benton models in the same plant in Vietnam for Thomann . They also make models for Wolf and others. Sometimes, depending on the model, you can get small differences but basically the same guitar. Only problem right now is the big up charge in shipping from Thomann. However, I always tell my European subscribers to check Thomann for some of these IYV models that won’t ship overseas from Amazon. Thanks again for stopping in! It’s a great “funky” guitar. Enjoy! 👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Thomann is charging way too much for shipping and theyve already discontinued several regular production models. Its sad. Oh well, still these Mustang Clones are great. Thank you for replying to my comments by the way, and I love the videos. Just keep em coming and keep up the good work. :)
@@JimmyStewart1 You want surf? Get yourself one of these :)
@@rodneykuhn249
I bought a couple HB’s in 19 when the shipping was $33 to the states...not anymore ☹️
Reviews are here on the channel should you wish to view them. The HB XT-22 Deluxe (short scale) and their Travel Mahogany Acoustic.
Thanks for the kind words and glad you are enjoying the vids! 👍
I was just saying "I have enough guitars".....damn you Jimmy!!!!
Ordered one. 128 on amazoom.
Pops Fereal
Ha!! Have fun with it!! I will be setting mine up today...changing strings and cleaning up fretboard/frets....sanding down that nut a bit as well!
Let me know how you like yours when you get it! 👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Will do!
Pops Fereal 👍👍
thanks to your review of the IYV-ITF 300 i got it and im blown away by the craftmenship of this company...this looks so cool..so vintage looking...i trust your comments completely ...im thrilled to death with my IYVguitar..i brought it to my tech and he was blown away......this is so pretty,,
That’s great Joe! I am glad you grabbed one, as like all the IYV guitars I have bought so far, they are much more guitar than the price point would indicate for sure!
Thanks so much for the kind comments, and I feel privileged that I can help you and others in making informed decisions. Happy playing, and stay safe! 👍
You playing is right up my street, that thing gets some funky twangy scooped sounds we all love, this might be good for blues and country. Thanks for the review, I will have to wait til next month, my IIYV ITF 300na arrives tomorrow.
Thanks for watching and commenting David! Congrats on your new ITF-300 as well! The ISMF-200 is a fun guitar…bright with some spank and twang that gives it a unique and funky blend with the stock pups. I love it…
Appreciate your stopping in to the channel….hope you continue to e joy! 👍🎸
Got my ISMF-200 VW today!!!! Great right out of the box!!!! Rock and Roll.
That’s great!! Enjoy your new IYV Mustang!! Thanks for stopping in! 👍🎸
Purr-ty guitar! I like the color. I like the tones, too! Gee, Jimmy 2 guitars in less than a week! My 300 is coming on Tuesday, can’t wait!
Great demo and breakdown. Thanks Jimmy!
Dennis Mullin
I had been “joansing” for a offset for awhile now, and with how nice the 300 NA was from IYV, I decided to give this little hybrid a go. Less than $300 for two very nice guitars is a freakin bargain in my book. The color is cool, the body feels great, it plays great, the pups are really quite tasty...can’t complain at all.
Thanks so much for watching and commenting as always! Glad you enjoyed it! Let me know how you like your 300 when it arrives! 😎👍
Awesome review ! Amazing playing
Hey, thanks so very much....glad you enjoyed it! Appreciate the kind comments and hope to see you around the channel! 👍
Hello Jimmy. I love my IVY short scale. Just like yours, and no flaws. Can't put it down! Fast. Easy player for my 70 year old hands. 60 years of playing makes them a a little stiff. Sorry for the late reply. I love the last tune. My kind of play. Thanks!
Well, thanks so much John! Glad you like yours as well! Great little guitars for the $$...that’s for sure!
Glad you enjoyed the vid! Have a look around the channel, and don’t be a stranger, ok? Keep on pickin! 🎸😎
Nice movie Jimmy! I've had my IYV Mustang for about a week. I ordered through Amazon and had it 5 days later. I want to go on record as a very pleased buyer! My fret ends did not need filing, the hi E string does not touch the trem arm spigot. The neck fits into pocket perfectly. String action is low without buzz. The finish is beauty. It's not uncommon on reasonably priced guitars (any price range really) that some buyer follow up is required. A setup for instance. But I am true when I say my IYV MUSTANG needed nothing but playing.
Thanks so much for watching and commenting Rutiger! That’s great to hear man, and glad you are enjoying it as much as I am. It’s a really fun guitar, and one of my favorite IYV models that I own! Appreciate you stopping in to the channel, and hope to see more of you here! 👍
Your excellent video demo/review got me thinking this guitar would be a fun couch guitar with its comfortable offset body & short scale neck. Mine should arrive this Tuesday.
That’s excellent!! Enjoy your new offset! They are really quite a bit of fun to play! Thanks so much for watching and commenting! 👍👍
Darn it Jimmy, now I bought the Mustang your playing got me hooked, great video, ty, Ron
Ha!! Congrats Ron…everyone needs a short scale Mustang in the arsenal!! Have fun…it’s a great little guitar! 🎸👍
What gauge strings do you use on your Mustang
@@rubiconron1954
I use D’Addario 9’s on the Mustang and the majority of my guitars.
@@JimmyStewart1 ok thank you I appreciate your help
@@rubiconron1954 My pleasure…have fun! 🎸👍
As always a great demo Jimmy! 👍 this really has that strat quack.
Thanks! It’s one of my favorite guitars from IYV! Not everyone’s cup of tea, but I love it!
Appreciate your stopping in!!
Happy New Year 🎆
@@JimmyStewart1 Thanks and happy New Year to you. Although this one is not one of my favorites, it sounds good. I just ordered my 3rd IYV and I think they are underated in general, except for those of us that own and appreciate the quality that's in the bones of these great guitars 🎸
@@agateenchantmentrockwizard5969
Definitely underrated, but not by me! 😎
I think I have 7 of them now…all have been very good. Only one I didn’t fall in love with out of the box was their travel guitar, but I will work on that a bit and bring it up to snuff…great guitars for the $$👍👍
Hi Jimmy!
Just following up with my IYV Mustang! I finally received the new bridge today; where the old one caused slight string rattle.
Im very happy to say that it plays great now with the replacement 15$ Wilkinson bridge, and I'm very pleased with the guitar!!
The guitar stays in tune well, and I was able to do a deeper setup on the action and intonation.
I still have very minor electronics issues when playing in certain positions, but the guitar is playable now!
I love the sound character it has. Kinda bell-ish sometimes.
I will be re-doing the electronics upgrade next, and I believe this should be a solid gigging guitar!
Thanks again for your videos!!
Cheers from Montreal! 🤠🤘
That’s great news Atamone!! Glad to hear it’s working out for you! Yes, you can get some very sweet “bell” type tones from it…
Appreciate you keeping me in the loop…👍
which bridge did you get?
Great review. I sold my Squier Mustang because I wasn’t playing it much and after seeing your video I bought the IYV 200 and I love it. It’s a better guitar in my opinion than the Squier and with the tremolo and the retro look it’s a guitar I will play more often than I did with the Mustang. My IYV has a very slight blemish in the paint in one small area but I may be too picky. My wife didn’t notice it so it’s all good. It’s a heavier guitar than I thought it would be, the pickups sound good and the neck is great. It’s a keeper! I’m a subscriber and enjoy your reviews. Look forward to seeing more of your vids.
Thanks so much for watching and commenting Tim…the IYV 200 Mustang is the “sleeper” model guitar from Inyen Vina and still one of my favorites! It’s a great little guitar, fun to play and sounds great in its own quirky way! Glad you are enjoying yours as well! Truly appreciate your stopping in and subscribing to the channel! 👍🎸
I overlooked this guitar but after listening to your review it sounds great. I may have to order one.
Thanks so much for watching and commenting, it has become one of my favorite guitars! I think it’s way more guitar then the price point would lead you to believe!
Stay safe! 👍
I have to admit Jimmy, that at first glance I really didn't like the guitar, but after hearing you play it I have done a complete 180 on that. I don't know, it just doesn't seem to look quite like anything I'm used to. You did a heckav hellav job as always 👏. Thanks for the video, you saved me the trouble of purchasing one for Dan to review. 😁👍
Leo & Dan Ryan
Ha!ha!
It’s a very cool guitar (not for everyone admittedly) but fills my offset “Mustang” hole quite nicely and affordably! Thanks so much for watching and commenting as always! Tell Dan he can still get one...(never enough guitars right?) 😎👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Well, I don't think we can add anything to what you have to offer 😉.
Leo & Dan Ryan
In my best Nick Cage voice...”That’s high praise fellas” 🤣
nice review as always Jimmy!
It made me pull the trigger for one of these. hopefully it ships safe since I live in Costa Rica.
Greetings!
Thanks so much for watching and commenting Jose, and congrats on your new Mustang!! I am sure it will ship just fine to you 🙏
This is a really fun guitar to play, and it’s become one of my favorite guitars from IYV. I am sure you will enjoy it! Be sure to let me know what you think once you receive it!!
Thanks again for stopping in to the channel…it’s greatly appreciated! 👍🎸
@@JimmyStewart1 for sure I'll share my opinions about the IVY once I receive it.
thanks again for the reviews and keep rocking!
@@josejarkin9972
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Hey man!!!!!!!! you are right about that "mint green" tinge.... I LOVE it!!!!!! I have one!!!!
Hi Curtis…thanks for stopping in!! It’s most certainly a cool guitar!! Congrats and enjoy yours!! 🎸👍
Saw this guitar I love the Mustang was my favorite guitar in the 90s Kurt Cobain definitely brought it back in style i was very hesitant on buying it but you sir just hearing it has changed my mind so I ended up buying it thanks for your time and reveiw
Thanks so much for watching and commenting William! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!!
I think you will find much more guitar than the price point would lead you to believe!!
Let me know what you think once you get it, and congrats!! Hope to see you around the channel and hope you enjoy!! 👍
Well Jimmy you were absolutely right I love this guitar minor issues easily fixed but all and all for the price was definitely a Gem so glad I didn't pass up on this beaut thanks again cheers
@@williamjacques8734
That’s great to hear! Glad you received it …congrats and enjoy! It’s such a fun guitar…😎🎸
I can't believe how well made mine is. Tight neck pocket nothing needs changing!!
Thanks for stopping in Kevin! This IYV hybrid is one of their “sleeper” models and just a great buy! Congrats on yours and glad you are enjoying it! Appreciate you watching/commenting and sharing your experience with us! Keep pickin’ and enjoy! 👍🎸
Hi Jimmy, you're about the only longer videos I watch. Good info and great playing, thanks. I'm shopping for my son that needs a light weight guitar and have been trying to find the weight of this one. He's recouping from a broken back and likes the shorter scale. I'd be tempted to put a bridge humbucker on it.
Hi Troy…appreciate your watching the channel and your comments and channel support! This Mustang hybrid is a bargain, truly one of my favorite IYV models, but it is not what I would classify as “light weight”. In fact, it is surprisingly heavy for a short scale weighing in at just under 8 lbs (7 pounds, 10 ounces) on mine. Is your son a beginner player or a bit more experienced? Perhaps try looking at some of the semi-hollow models from IYV? I just picked up their PRS style semi-hollow IPF-300, which is great after setup, sounds wonderful and a bit more versatile in tone. It weights about 5 and a half pounds! They also have the P90 equipped 400 in red flame, and their Spalted Tele 300…both being under 7 pounds….I have reviews of all of them here on the channel! Just some suggestions…
@@JimmyStewart1 he's recovering from a brain injury, but could play almost any stringed instrument he touches. I am surprised at the weight. I have a Michael Kelly P90 Tele that looks like a mix between the 2 IYV'S, double F holes, spalted natural, shaped top. He would like a tremelo though. I'm thinking he might like the Estaban LP set up like a strat, but I would need to lighten it a little too, right at 7 lbs.
@@troythompson1621
There is a Zuwei Tele style on Amazon that gets very good reviews…don’t know the actual weight but it has a Bigsby (yellow model) at around $240. I never owned one, but worth a look according to the reviews, and you could always send it back if to heavy or he didn’t like it.
I like your playing a lot, man!
Thanks so much for watching and commenting! Appreciate the kind words…👍🎸
Tasty opening! From 2023 looks like I'm catching up on different models and your excellent reviews If only I could go back and satisfy my GAS like I do with your videos and also from 2023, what a great improvement of quality- those chips and dings would be unacceptable today! More fun stuff at around 13:00, and at the outro. Maybe one of these days you can talk about amps- I just got a 40 watt Pyle that has 6" and 8" speakers for $155; again, a bargain over what used to be available. AAS anyone?
Hi Scott…thanks so much for watching…glad you are enjoying “catching up”…😎
Amps?? There is a few videos here on amps…reviews and follow-ups on the Spark from Positive Grid when it 1st came out…both the Monoprice StageRight 15W and 5W combos, upgrades on reverb tanks and tubes, speaker cabs with the V30 extention cab…I even did a bit with my old Peavey….pedals and racks as well…👀
Thanks for another nice video. This is my second time through this one. I got an itch and have been wanting to get a Mustang style guitar. I believe I caught this bug from you after watching another of your videos.
I'm trying to track one down, but haven't had any luck yet. I'll keep my eyes open. Hopefully, IYV will send more guitars to Amazon soon. All the best!
Edit: Yes - It was the "Mustang Monday Mashup" video... Ha.
Hi Rob….thanks so much! Yes…the itch is real…the Mustang is cool….😎
Everyone needs a short scale offset!! 🎸👍
Sweet little guitar Jimmy. And I like the color too. Was checking these out on Amazon just a few minutes ago thought I'd go check out a video and lo and behold there you were. Lol. Might get one of these a little later on right now I'm waiting for my Firefly.
Hey, thanks Danny!! This is another one of my favorite IYV’s….love this thing!! If you are looking for a very cool, short scale hybrid Mustang, this is it!! Don’t let them get away if you are interested!! What Firefly did you buy and waiting on? 338? LP?
@@JimmyStewart1 it's a 335 style Jimmy it's the red one that they have for sale on Amazon right now.
Nice! That’s the FF338….enjoy! I have 3 of them…🤣
Actually two now, as I gave my sunburst to my son!! Enjoy!
@@JimmyStewart1 sorry I'm lousy with model numbers Jimmy. LOL. I bet your son was happy to get that. Take care buddy.
Yes, he loves it!! So will you! I have a few reviews here on the 338….take a look should you care too! My “Thanksgiving “ video I use all three! Congrats again! 👍
Nice guitar playing style!
Thanks so much for watching and commenting Joshua…much appreciated! 👍
thanks for the link ..its a really nice copy
You're welcome
By the way even though you recorded this video 2 years ago it is still a very good video and I really enjoyed your playing on both guitars.
Thanks so much…really appreciated! 🎸👍
Live that color ‼️
Thanks for stopping in and commenting! I love the color too! A very nice guitar and much more than the price point would have you believe!
Thanks so much for watching! Stay safe! 👍
Thanks for the demo. I spent the first minute trying to figure out where your headphone cord disappeared to. Ahh, it was a hoodie string. Mystery solved.
Samantha
Ha!! That’s great!! Mystery of the hoodie string!! 😎
Thanks so much for watching and commenting! Have a look around the channel and try to not be a stranger! 👍
Every time this guy does a vid an angel gets it wings :)
Oh man….🙏
Thanks so much for watching and commenting!! I really appreciate it!! It really is a “wonderful life”!! 👍🎸
Thanks for the review. I’m considering getting this for a friend who wants to learn, and also thinks their hands are too small to play.
That hoodie is killer.
I think this would be a very good starter guitar. Thanks so much for watching and commenting! Good luck to your friend on their guitar journey!
Stay safe! 👍
I think I want to be your friend lol
www.reverbnation.com/thelesdillinger/song/32155513-laugh-it-up-the-le-dillinger
@@lesdillinger4907
Thanks so much for watching and commenting!
Appreciate you stopping in…👍
Another interesting IVY guitar that sounds great, from what you have said it is a bit like Harley Benton in terms of minor quality issues.
If ever they become available again on Amazon UK i will be very tempted.
Thanks again Jimmy, hope you are keeping well.
Allan Pape
I have not recently been on Thomman’s web site, but as I stated before, IVY does make quite a few Harley Benton models at their plant in Vietnam. Something similar may be lurking there. Thanks for watching and commenting Allan as always! Much appreciated! Stay safe in Wales! 👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Hi Jimmy Thomanns prices are on the rise again, i am wating until demand drops, and hopefully prices return to sensible levels, the shortage of new stock is making even used guitars expensive.
At least the sheep are safe in wales, the virus is trying to return for winter.
Allan Pape
I hear ya...prices on everything going up! This damn pandemic is really getting old. I see no end in sight, at least in the immediate future! Sucks...
Try and stay safe, my best to you!
They’re on Amazon
Hey Jimmy, is it the Boston thing or us both being in the IYV and FF groups on FB or what? I just had one of these ismf 200's delivered yesterday! My first IYV. You describe it the same way as I describe it! In the group, I called what they call their strat a Mustang hybrid too. Hybrid due to the pickup switches like on a Jazzmaster or a Jag. Unlike yours, mine is absolutely flawless. If I was forced to nitpick, the only thing I could say is the nut filing dust was still on the first fret. lol The intonation was right on after I let it acclimate on all but the bass E string, which was close enough. Most importantly, I have some that cost well into 4 figures and this little thing is as welcoming to my fingers from the 12th fret to the 22nd as any of them! Or any other guitar that I have tried. Amazing! I did not need any more guitars but I was looking at an IYV 300, their version of a PRS, in a local classified and trying to acquire it. After not getting anywhere with it, not being able to get a reply from the seller, I read about this little gem in the IYV group. I had a big credit on Amazon burning a hole through my pocket so I had a choice between this and a garbage disposal unit. Decisions, decisions. I did the stupid thing and ordered it. Except now I realize it was not stupid at all. I will be keeping this long after many of my others are sold. Plus, I found a better and cheaper garbage disposer locally.
Tori Clay
I don’t know Tori...must be a Boston thing! 😎
Glad you got one and it’s to your liking! Mine, though not flawless, is quite acceptable and after cleanup, fretboard conditioning and new strings, plays like butta!
Like you, I also have guitars well into 4 figures, and agree that the stang plays just as well. Love the neck....love the feel of the guitar as well.
Besides, you can’t play a garbage disposal....can you? 🤣👍
Amazing video... I'm convinced now... gonna buy one! Subscribing too!
Thanks so much Chuck! I think you should really enjoy it! It’s funky, and quirky like a real Mustang, and the short scale gives it a very cool vibe!
Appreciate the kind words and the sub! Hope to see you around the channel, and help spread the love! 😎👍
Thank you for your review. I lucked out on your minor faults. No chips anywhere. No sanding needed on neck anywhere. I love this guitar. I own 3IYV‘s and again I lucked out I think on all of them because they came in perfect mint condition with no defects whatsoever and believe me I know I am lucky because those boxes they send those in are pretty scary. In fact I’m lucky they make it to your house in one piece but all of mine did. I have some high dollar guitars and my Martin’s are my favorite being a lover of acoustic guitars but I have to say that my IYV proudly sit my collection. I have been performing and teaching for 35 years and I get with these guitars with no problem. I don’t see too many reviews on these guitars but when I do the reviewer strums the guitar and it’s completely out of town and he doesn’t realize it so that kind of ends the review for me. But you on the other hand know what you’re doing the guitar was in perfect tone and I had to say you did a lot to convince me that my opinion was shared with yours. Thanks again for your review and you were spot on except for the few small things that I was lucky enough not to have. The latest news I’ve heard is that there was some problems with Fender
And the headstocks of these guitars which are according to fender identical. And from what I understand from a few sources this guitar is now discontinued. This Guitar is 13 pounds
And I’m not sure what the body is made of.is it alder, Ash which I doubt although their telecaster knock offs are made of ash so it’s possible. What is your opinion on the type of wood used on this body. Maybe it’s not good for those who would like to have this guitar but I am a bit selfish and I’m thankful that it is discontinued which tells me that I don’t think too many of these guitars were actually sold and that means there are not many floating around now and I for one and happy about that. I understand the neck was too close to Fender Headstock and there were issues with fender. Did not go to a lawsuit but did cause a discontinuance. Thank you again Darryl
Hi Darry…thanks so much for watching and your thoughtful comment. I have been saying since I purchased mine, that this was (in my mind at least) the “sleeper” model from Inyen Vina guitars. I think they did a admirable job on this, and it quickly became one of my favorite players. I have a dozen or so IYV guitars, and all have been (again in my opinion) much more guitar than the price point would have you believe. So, in the case of Inyen Vina Guitars, they decided to make some redesign on the headstock of their “Fender” style models to avoid any future issues. They will be releasing the “changed” version of this model and have changed the actual model number to the ISMF-250 VW. I did a video called “Cha-Cha-Cha Changes” here on the channel going over what IYV changes are coming. Also did some comparisons to the Squier Classic Vibe Mustang and even the Paranormal Cyclone. The IYV “Mustang Hybrid” holds it’s own and has it’s own unique sound.
As far as the wood it is made off…IYV claims it is poplar. Mine also has some heft to it, though lighter than what yours weighs. I truly appreciate your stopping in to the channel and sharing your thoughts. Happy to hear that you are enjoying it along with your others. I have a few Martin acoustics myself…keep pickin’ and thanks again! 🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Yes you are right. They are making changes to the headstock and giving it a new model no# But that still makes not many of the 200 models with the Fender Head Stock. Kind of like Beatles Butcher album cover. Just kidding. But it is kind of like that. I have an 82 or 82 Les Paul custom with a stock Bigsby tail piece. Now there is a difference in sounds between my les Paul and the IYV. But not different in a bad way. Which is why I like it. I was watching another video somewhere else where a guitar builder was taking this apart. First they use real bone on their head stocks. And the other very cool thing was that the flame Maple top was a cap and not a veneer like Epiphone uses.
In my opinion it’s way better than a Epi. Les Paul. Plus I just tried to get over how beautiful that green thing may look. I’ve never seen anything like it. Epiphone makes a green Les Paul but it’s just a spray paint green but nothing like this green IYV. How heavy is your Jag/Stang. Mine was miscalculated. Mine is like 8 pounds. I have a high end Gretsch with the Bigsby and I was thinking this thing would also make a great surf guitar and it does in it’s own way but this thing really is an authentic surf guitar. But all their guitars or at least the three I have can play in number of different rolls. But the I YZIJZ 300 jazz they call it which is the tobacco Sunburst. I got to tell you I think that this Guitar is something all its own. I hear people compared to the Gibson ES 175 but look how wide the sides are. The 175 guitar like an acoustic. When I look at Gibson‘s lineup the only other guitar I can see that has that is like the sides of the IYV Jazz is the ES 135 but again that guitar is maple front, back and sides I believe and it’s got a round or roundrd back. The IYV I J Z-300 has a mahogany front side and back. And the back is flat not rounded. It’s wood and build give this guitar a sound completely all it’s on. I don’t know what else you can compare it to. I love this guitar as well. It is beautifully built, the fit and finish is fabulous and the fit and finish on all my IYV guitars are great. Again maybe I’m just lucky but the complaints I have heard are some of the frets have some sharp and mine are filed just right on all three guitars. I may lGibsons where I had to do Some work to get them right. And all the Gibsons I have bought new have always needed some sort of set up. These three didn’t. And they played great right out of the box. I think I had to lower the bridge on one of them a little but the necks were straight. Jimmy did you say you own 8 IYV guitars? What models? Sorry I am a little long on this subject. I I am just a big fan of these guitars.
@@darrylpugh6656
Let’s see….I have a number of IYV guitars and like I said, they have all been more guitar than initially anticipated.
1. IYV Brian May IBM-200 in Trans Red
2. IYV IFT-300 NA Spalted Maple Thin Line Tele
3. IYV ISMF-200 VM Mustang
4. IYV IJZ-300 Jazz Box
5. IYV ISSP-200 Travel
6. IYV ITAP-200 Tele Acoustasonic
7. IYV IYF-400 Thinline Tele in Trans Red (P90’s)
8. IYV IJGAP-300 Jag Acoustasonic
9. IYV IPF-300 TSB PRS Semi-hollow
10. IYV IP-350 Solid Body PRS in Trans Black
I think that’s it…also my Mustang is around 8 lbs also….so yeah…a lot of these models will not be made again which like you said, makes them certainly a bit more “dear” in the overall scheme of things. 😎
@@JimmyStewart1 wow quite a collection. Some of those I have not seen. Obviously you were introduced long before I. The Brian May was already discontinued before I first saw them. I am a bass player as well and I might get their 5 string bass. Thank you and let’s keep in touch. Do you gig out and if so do you use any of your IYV’s? I use mine out. People love them but they all fell in love with my green LP. More then one said it was the most Beautiful guitar that they have ever seen. But people I know who are actually players like all of them and just how different they all are in sound. Thanks again Jimmy.
@@darrylpugh6656
I play bass as well. Not gigging out in awhile since just before Covid days. Was acting/directing writing…keep in touch!! 🎸👍
I get mine tomorrow!
Excellent!! NGD are always exciting! Congrats and hope you enjoy it!
It’s a fun guitar…thanks so much for watching and commenting! Appreciate your stopping in to the channel! 👍
Hey! Nice review. I'm ordering one of these in 2 days. I've seen your videos looking at reviews for other guitars. Thanks for the review~ I was looking at the bullet mustang hh. This seems like a lot more guitar for around a similar price point. I'm gonna go for it.
Robo Man
It’s much more guitar than the price point would indicate, that’s for sure! You should enjoy it! I have since cleaned and conditioned the fretboard and frets, and changed strings and did a quick setup. Plays like “butta”...😎
Thanks for watching and commenting! Don’t be a stranger to the channel and stay safe! Let me know how you like the Mustang once you get it! 👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Nice. Watching your vid again while I wait for mine. It should be here next week before friday.
Robo Man
That’s great! As Tom would sing, “Waiting is the hardest part”....
@@JimmyStewart1 Might be here this morning. *fingers crossed* My amp i ordered is at the post office waiting for me.
Robo Man
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This guitar definitely piques my interest. In ancient times (back in the 90s), I was in possession for a while of a 60's Duo Sonic II that was super fun to play. There's very little to nil difference between Mustangs, Duo Sonics, and Musicmasters, but these JagStangs are a cool hybrid.
I've been playing more surf these days, and have been giving these offset models more attention lately. $132 OTD seems like a decent thing to take a chance on, but I think I'd prefer something closer to a full on jazzmaster with soapbar P 90s . . . . . . . which brings me to a point and a request if you'd be so inclined, Jimmy.
It has come to my attention that Indio makes an OS40 DLX Plus Alder JAzzmaster I'd love to see demoed. This totally seems up your alley. The perpetual problem with Monoprice is basically: Good luck finding them in stock, which I could not do with this model. If you could get one and would want to, Again, I'd love to see you demo it. Hell! You might even find another nice keeper out of it.
Believe it or not, I have been waiting on the offsets to come back in stock...🤣👍
There is a plan in motion, though I was looking at the OS 30 but we will see....
I love the Jazzmaster/Jag style tremolo on the Mustang. Just purchased for that very reason.
Yes…and it works well too! Congrats on yours!! Thanks so much for watching and commenting Dane….appreciate your stopping in to the channel! 👍🎸
@@JimmyStewart1 Cheers!🎸
I bought the spalted tele on your recommendation. I found a guy selling a used ISMF-200 and planning to buy that. Thanks
Wow! Appreciate you watching! Hope you enjoy your guitars as I do! You know, the Mustang is on Amazon right now!! Buy new!! 😎👍
I just got mine and it is perfect and honestly think it's better than a fender or squier. I like the neck especially, thicker and beefier than the original, but still easier to play. This is the hybrid design fender should have made.
Right?? As I have been saying, it’s the “sleeper” model from IYV, and still one of my favorites in their lineup! Thanks so much for watching and commenting Sam, and congrats on your new “Mustang Hybrid”! Enjoy it, and thanks again for stopping in to the channel and sharing! 👍🎸
that's a mighty nice guitar!
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Thanks for watching and commenting!
Much appreciated!
@@JimmyStewart1 you're welcome, thanks for the great demos! -adr
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My pleasure...glad you enjoyed! Don’t be a stranger to the channel ok? Stay safe! 👍
Nice review.
I like that they didn't add a toggle switch in the strumming path, because these guitars are much more beginner friendly than typical guitars and the lack of a horribly placed toggle switch makes them that much more beginner friendly.
Well, like a Mustang the switches are placed on the upper bout making their access a bit more difficult while actually playing but not in the path. So depending on what your use to I guess! Thanks for watching and commenting Chance! 👍
@@JimmyStewart1- The real Mustang, but my Bullet Mustang has a lower switch like on most Jazzmasters and I finally just broke the damn thing off because it was getting so annoying as I was trying to strum.
If you pick, it's not something that you'd ever think about, but if you want to strum like an acoustic guitar, then toggle switches are almost always in the way on Fenders and their knockoffs.
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Yeah...gotcha! Never really gave it much attention, but your right.
I'd love a heads up any time you have a gig around Boston, I would love to catch your act.
Tori Clay
Well, last time I played up there was in Shirley....we did a band reunion gig at the Bull Run. I live in Pennsylvania now. I do have a couple brothers that are still there that I try to visit from time to time. Most what I do now when I play live is an acoustic show. Sit in with bands from time to time. Was hoping to start up a blues band here, but the COVID hit so....taking it day by day! Did a lot of shows up there back in the day....😎
@@JimmyStewart1 oh sorry, somehow I got the impression that you lived in this area. Oh well, I'm still a fan.
Tori Clay
Grew up there...so it’s still my “hometown”! Born in Concord....lived in Stow, Bolton, Ayer, Shirley.
I agree,I like the color too.the only shielding was on the controls,but had good solder joints.i can't figure how the cavities ended up so rough,it's like their routed and than saturated with water,because the woodgrain is raised way up.had a time getting copper tape to stay stuck.
Probably routed with a hand axe...🤣🤣
I don’t have any excessive noise issues, so leaving well enough alone, at least for the time being!
Appreciate your stopping in to the channel and watching!! 👍
Jimmy, I was just about to buy one and then Amazon sold out. I have for my goal my first try at IYV guitars. I want to try to find an Iyv Brian Mays guitar and this one your reviewing. I have been a Firefly fan for years now and own many but I have been non stop looking for these two guitars. I know Reverb and Ebay has them but they are at a inflated price which I refuse to pay. I am a new subscriber and have become a huge fan of your channel. I know this is a older video but it's a good one. Tke care.
Thanks so much for watching and commenting!! I appreciate the kind comments and welcome aboard!!
These were in stock for awhile, sorry you missed them. The BM may or may not be back…will have to wait and see on that!!
Truly appreciate your stopping in to the channel and thanks again for the support!!👍
I just won one of these on eBay after having an eye on this model for a while. I'm more convinced after watching this that I'll like it. I really like that it has the Mustang vibrato (I've always said vi-BROT-o, but what do I know?), and the short scale. Pickups sound more than decent for the price range. My only wish would be for a maple fretboard, maybe some more switching option. Thanks!
Hi Chris…thanks for watching and commenting! By “won one on EBay”. I will assume you won a bid?? Regardless…congrats and enjoy it!! Vi-brot-o, Vi-bray-toe…😎
Pickups are very decent and a fun to play guitar! Be sure to stop back and let me know what you think after you get it, ok?
Appreciate your stopping in to the channel and sharing! 🎸👍
Chris, I bought a Maple neck off of Ebay with the Mustang style headstock. I put about an hour into perfecting it with a less than 2 minute filing of the fret ends and rolling them and the fretboard edge, as well as a full fret leveling, recrown and polish, which is no more than I have to do to a top shelf Squier. The heel is 56.5 mm, which is 1 mm wider than my Squier Mustang neck. Less than 15 minutes of sanding remedied that. I paid $54.00 for mine 3 months ago. There are multiple listings for $53 to $65, but it appears that they're all made by Yenfinte
Hi Jimmy I just purchased the Mustang Hybrid based on your review. I want to upgrade it. What tuners nut and strings do you recommend? I put .10's on it but I'm thinking of going to .11 to .48. Is there a nut that will fit right in with out doing any alterations? Your playing and reviews are always right on. Thanks
Thanks for watching and commenting! Congrats on your new IYV Stang! My suggestion would be to wait and get a chance to play the guitar for awhile before doing any upgrades or mods to it. You just may be surprised! Mine is still totally stock, with the exception of a setup of course, a little cleaning up of the nut (it’s bone by the way) and a restring with D’Addario 9/42s. Tuners are holding fine…anyway, there are a number of upgrades you can do, but I would play it stock to get a feel of what you may want/need to do (or not do)! 👍🎸
So if you turn the mids up you'd get a tele kind of sound it sounds bright enough .I'll be picking one up this week thanks for the review
Thanks for stopping in Tom! Yes, you can certainly get a bit of Tele chirp from it!
Last I saw, the Mustang was NOT in stock at least not on Amazon! Have not looked recently! Congrats and good luck! 👍🎸
i really like these pickups, and the bigsby. the neck feels good. these pickups are sweet though. imo
Hi Andy…thanks for stopping in to the channel! The IYV Mustang is certainly a fun guitar! Thanks so much for watching and commenting! Happy New Year! 🎸👍
Yes, very cool!!
Thanks kind sir...love me some offsets! 👍
@@JimmyStewart1 That's the rumor!
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great job Jimmy. The offset guitars are widely used by nugaze bands, the new wave of what was originally shoegaze. Give a listen to My Bloody Valentine!
Hi Billy…I have heard them. Today there is so many “genres” that it’s impossible for me to keep up with. As Billy J. Would say, shoegaze, nugaze, oldgaze, bluesgaze, it’s still rock n roll to me! 😎
Thanks so much for stopping in to the channel and glad you enjoyed the video!! Much appreciated! 👍🎸
Just got one of these ismf 200 vw
Hi Mark! Congrats and enjoy it! Appreciate your stopping in to the channel and sharing! 🎸👍
I found one of these on Facebook for $195 and it's really tempting me
Wow!! I edited this as I thought you posted this on my Danelectro review. You should wait and buy new from Amazon. They should be back in stock again soon!
$137 on Amazon. Bought one today
Hey jimmy,thanks for review, I purchased one because of the review.mine came with a few issues also.did you notice you can't raise the pups high enough for better output?,the string action is spot on frets were rusty but no sprout.i really like the sound from pups.to fixed pup issue,I removed pup height spring and threaded screw directly into pup.i was able to get a few thousands closer to strings.im finishing the back of neck,so I won't know if it's high enough until I'm finished.good news is Amazon gave me a 70 dollar refund because of the issues
Wow! You made out well! I like the pups on mine right where they are. No issues there for me...let me know how it works out for ya....
Thanks for watching and commenting...greatly appreciated! 👍
Thanks for the review Jimmy! How do the pickups handle mild to heavy overdrive?
To be honest, I have not really “pushed” them with heavy drive, but with some compression and mid overdrive I can get some very nice “Statish” type ring. Rolling the treble down a bit and popping the strings I can get some pretty cool staccato. Perhaps I need to do a video just using the Mustang with some pedals to see what can be done! 😎
Thanks for watching and commenting....and an idea for a upcoming video perhaps! 👍
@@JimmyStewart1 sure that would be great. They have these little beasts for sale on Amazon and I was looking for reviews and found your channel. Also subscribed. 👍
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Thanks so much!! Yeah, these are great for the $$...not a “true” Mustang, but kind of a hybrid that is quirky and quite cool! I like mine a lot!
One more question Jimmy. How much does this guitar weigh? I saw in another review that it was around 10 pounds which seems to be somewhat excessive. Thanks! Depending on the weight I may buy one of these and drop a single pickup sized rail humbucker into the bridge.
I have the both of IYV guitars the 200 and the 300 and I like them both very much and I am thinking of replacing the switches with the 3 positions switches in the 200 and I am thinking about doing coil splitting on the 300 and I know that you are not a fan of coil splitting but I would like to know if that would be a good thing or not and I know that it would be what I want to do but I value your opinion and if you think that it might not be a good fit . Thank you for your thoughts in advance. I have a few teles in my collection and I have to say that the fftl with the dual humbuckers is my favorite even over my Squire which I really enjoy playing but I have a couple of thinlines a Cozart that is a dual f hole and a Grote single f hole. Again your opinion is greatly appreciated.
Hi Michael…thanks so much for watching and commenting! I will assume you are talking about the ITF-300 NA with dual humbuckers, yes? You are correct in that I am not really a fan of coil splitting, but if you are determined to do it, the ITF-300 would probably be just as good a candidate as any. The pups are 4 wire so you are good there. I honestly don’t think you NEED to do it, but hey…it’s your guitar!! 🎸👍
Thank you Jimmy, great review! Do you know how much this weights? Just a rough estimate or feel vs. other guitars would help. Thank you!
Hey, thanks for watching and commenting Jack!
Have not actually weighed it, but it’s a bit heavier than my thin line Telly, but lighter than my LP.
I would guesstimate around 8 lbs give or take. Very comfortable guitar and plays great!
Thanks so much for joining the channel, much appreciated and stay safe! 😎👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Thank you Jimmy! It's a great channel, hope you stay safe too.
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I can’t help but notice that your finger work on this guitar here seems noticeably faster than in your Telecaster reviews. Do you find that the shorter 24” scale length is an advantage in this regard? Do you find it encourages you to play faster licks? I’ve wondered about this sometimes, especially since the scale length of this guitar is slightly shorter even than the usual 24.75” of a typical Gibson.
Hmm…good observation. I think it has more to do with the piece of music I am playing with then the scale length, but I do enjoy playing a short scale guitar like this Mustang. It’s just “fun” to play, and having fun especially with new guitar I guess could encourage faster play. Playing “fast” was never really something I spent a lot of time on trying to achieve, but playing economically was. Sometimes the notes that you don’t play, the hole you leave in a certain passage sounds better! 😎
It’s a great observation however, and could in fact hold a bit of truth.
Appreciate your sharing your thoughts here! 👍
Nice guitar, wonder if the pickguard is a standard size, in case a different color was wanted.
Hi Ibberman…thanks for watching and commenting. Not positive, but I don’t think it is compatible to say the Squier or Fender Mustang pickguard. You could grab some material and trace the original out fairly easily. For one thing the phase switching cutouts on the Fenders/Squiers…
My 11 year old grand daughter wants to learn to play the guitar. I have one of these little gems and love it. With it's small, thin body and short scale would this be a good guitar for her to begin on? Should she start on an acoustic? This guitar is till available on Amazon and it's still a steal.
Hi Michael…thanks for watching and commenting! I would think this mustang hybrid would be just fine for your grand daughter to start out on. It’s size would benefit a younger player with smaller hands. Most start out on a acoustic, but it’s certainly not a “written rule”. It’s more about hearing yourself play, acoustics being generally lighter than solid body electric guitars. As long as she is comfortable with the weight, I don’t see why she wouldn’t enjoy learning to play on the mustang! It’s a fun guitar…my best to you and her, and thanks again for stopping in to the channel! Good luck, and keep pickin’! 👍🎸
Jimmy on yours does your treble E string rest against the mount for the vibrato bar? Mine does. Just got it tonight. Sent back the red Tele yesterday and supposedly getting replacement tomorrow.
I changed my strings on this, but didn’t notice the E string resting against the trem mount. I will have to take a closer look at it. If it is, it doesn’t effect it, as everything seems fine on mine. The strings from the bridge saddles back to the trem plate are deadened anyway. What red Tele did you send back?
The IYV ITF-400. The binding on the f holes was really quite bad
Easy Amazon return!
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Oh...ok...yeah, for some reason that model never called to me. Not sure why...hopefully your replacement will be right on! The Mustang Hybrid is really one of my IYV favs and I love the sound and play ability.
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Gotcha...good luck on your replacement. Thanks so much for watching and commenting. Really appreciate your stopping in! 👍
The vibrato seems to work fine without a roller bridge.
Pops Fereal
Yeah, no binding at this point. The bridge is working fine. I will also lube the nut after a sand it down when I change out the strings. 👍
I’ve never owned a short scale guitar. If you play 10s on a strat do I need to get 12’s for something like this? I love jazzmasters but those are the only offsets I’ve played. That guitar sounds great. Thanks for the video.
You could, but if you normally play 10’s there is really no reason to change gauge just because of the shorter scale. If setup correctly, it will be just fine. I use 9’s on all my Electric’s, regardless of scale. This guitar comes with 10’s stock. If you are a bit “heavy handed” then a thicker string gauge may be better for you, but if you are use to 10’s you will be just fine.
Jimmy- I use 8 gauge. Any problem with that in this guitar? Thanks. Great video.
Thanks for watching and commenting Jim…I would simply say, give it a try and see how they feel! 8’s may be a bit slinky, but also could be just fine depending on your playing style. You could always replace them if needed!
Thanks for stopping in…👍🎸
Thanks for your reviews! Short scale sounds great for a beginner and now the next question about the neck. The "imports" seem to have a w-i-d-e-r fretboard, making chord changes easier for beginners. How's the neck on this L'il Beauty. Import guitars, especially today, are affordable starting points for beginner guitar players as long as the playability will keep students engaged.
Yes, this has the Asian 350mm fretboard radius. Wider and flatter, very easy to play and fun with the short scale. Thanks for watching and commenting! Much appreciated! 👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Thanks for the SUPER quick reply! Keep 'em comin'! PLEASE!!!
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My pleasure!! Thanks so much!! Will try! 👍
@@JimmyStewart1 OK Jimmy, pulled the trigger and ordered one from Amazon yesterday. I was so impressed with the 300 I just got I know this one won't disappoint! Using lighter gauge strings, 9's or 10's, on a short scale guitar tends to be "floppy" with a lack of enough tension. Should we change to heavier 11's or 12's?
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I am using D’Addario 9/42’s on mine and it’s just fine! Of course, you may prefer a higher gauge string set, but it plays great for me with 9’s (I use a bit of a lighter touch...not to heavy handed). I think you will really enjoy it....to me it’s the “sleeper” guitar in the IYV lineup....😎
Congrats!! 👍👍
Hey Jimmy-you mentioned the option to put in a 3-way pickup switch, would those top switches start to act as phase switches, or do you think it will need a massive re-wiring in your opinion? Thanks so much!
Thanks so much for watching and commenting Lev….
There is a couple of ways to do this…you could replace the two way switches with 3 way switches and a Mustang control plate. You will have to do a small amount of routing however, as the 3way switches are a bit larger and won’t fit in the cavity without taking out a small amount of the lower cavity corner. The pickguard will still cover it from what I understand. I know another guy who went a simpler way, by wiring a “mini-toggle” switch between the vol/tone controls to give him in/out phase depending on which pickup he has selected from the stock 2 way switches. I would search Google for Mustang wiring diagrams incorporating phase switching. Good luck, and thanks again for stopping in to the channel! 👍🎸
@@JimmyStewart1 you’re the best Jimmy Stewart, thank you so much for your great demo and supremely quick response! All the very best!
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My pleasure…let me know how you make out should you decide on this mod. Thanks again for stopping in and hope to see you around the channel more! Stay safe out there…👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Hey Jimmy! Following up on this, took the guitar to a local luthier who did an incredible job on the routing and putting in a Phase switch, i put an SSL-4 Quarter Pound in the bridge and a DiMarzio DP186 Cruiser in the Neck. The flavor combo is insane. Flatwounds 10-42s. Thanks again for your guidance and input!
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Wow!! Bet it sounds fantastic Lev!! Congrats man, and my pleasure! 👍🎸
It's In Yen Vina (IYV) and they are made in Vietnam.
Yep! Thanks for watching…👍🎸
I like a glossy finished neck. Am I the only person who grew up playing fenders and gibsons?
Ha!! 🤣
They are fine with me too! I don’t sweat much anyway, and never really has any issues with a gloss neck! Thanks so much for watching and commenting Josh! Appreciate your stopping in! 👍
Tomato - Tomahto, Vibrayto - Vibrahto..... ;) Thanks for doing these reviews.
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Thanks for stopping in! Much appreciated! 👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Loved your outro
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Thanks again...it’s a fun guitar to play and I like it’s “quirkyness” 😎
Hope you have a look around the channel, don’t be a stranger...👍
Great review! I got this a week ago and it's fun after some TLC! I've always loved offsets and you can't find a guitar with this style tremolo set up for this price. Out of the box, the neck was filthy and still had some white paint residue plus the frets were oxidized badly. I oiled the board and polished the frets to clean it up a bit. I also didn't realize how flat the neck is on this thing. I'm thinking of replacing the bridge but don't have any specs. Anyone know the radius and string spacing? I don't have the tools to measure it.
Thanks for watching and commenting Matthew! Without measuring, I believe the radius on this is a “standard” Asian radius neck at 350mm (13.7”). Not sure of the string spacing, but would think a standard ToM for a Asian spec neck would work. The bridge on mine is fine, just wondering why you want to swap it out? If binding with trem use, give it a little graphite in the saddles and nut. Appreciate you stopping in to the channel! 👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Thanks for that info! I guess I'm just a fan of the roller style and have had ToM bridges that ate up my strings (probably my bad playing lol). I tried to put a mustang bridge but it put my high e string off the board.
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Yeah...gotcha! You should be able to find a roller that would fit....look at Musiclilly on Amazon to see if you can find the correct one. I would think even a 12” radius “may” work.
@@JimmyStewart1 Will do. Thanks!
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Jimmy, I know guitars of the same model can vary in weight, but can you give me an accurate weight on yours?
Hi! As per my “Monday Mustang Mashup” video, I compared to both my Squier Classic Vibe Mustang along with my Paranormal Cyclone (check it out here on the channel) and it actually comes in as the “heavier” of the 3 at just shy of 8 lbs….mine is actually 7lbs, 14 ounces! Hope that helps….🎸👍
My bridge saddles are rattling and sit very loose. Is there a bridge that can drop right in on the existing posts on this guitar? I guess I can put plumbers tape on the screws if there is no replacements.
You could probably “fix” any rattling by taking the bridge off and checking the saddles. If you are looking to replace, I would check with Guker or MusicLilly for the correct ToM or roller bridge. Just measure post spacing and order. A roller bridge would probably be the way to go if you are going to replace it (better with the Trem system). Hope that helps!!
Appreciate your stopping into the channel! 🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Thanks for the infos, I appreciate it
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Those single coils sound pretty nice. I'm not attracted to that body style. $171.59 here today on Amazon.ca. pricing fluctuates up here. My 300NA hasn't come yet.
2bikemike
Yeah, like I said, it’s not going to be everyone’s “cup of tea”, but I really like it. Real comfortable to play, and the single coils in this are very tasty!
Hopefully you will get your 300NA shortly! Appreciate your sending those interested about that guitar my way for the review! That’s very cool of you...😎👍
you sold me Jimmy
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Have fun with it!! Thanks so much for watching and stopping by the channel! 👍🎸
What did you restring it with Jimmy?
Tori Clay
Same as always....D’Addario 9’s-42
I’m getting some tube rattle out of my 15w Stage Right(Monoprice). Any ideas? It’s mostly at lower frequencies.
I would check and pull the tubes and be sure they are tight in the sockets. Also check the tube retainers and be sure it’s not them actually rattling.
@@JimmyStewart1 it’s not. I usually keep them off/unretained. It started with them without the retainers, then i shut it off, unplugged and let the amp cool down for a half hour, and then made sure they were in tight, and put the retainers on, and same thing. Tube rattle . Especially during lower sounds. It’s not bad, just annoying. If I have the volume up high enough, I can’t hear it as much. I was thinking about getting a new matched set of EL84’s and seeing what happens.
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You may have a tube(s) on the way out…especially if they are the originals.
I put a set of matched JJ’s in mine.
@@JimmyStewart1 they are the originals. I’ll get some JJ’s then. Thanks Jimmy!
@@JimmyStewart1 did you change your preamp tubes too?
Ok, try the Indio OS20 next, or the OS30 with P90's. You know you want to.
Pops Fereal
Hmmm.....
I think I will hold off on those for the time being...I will check them out however.
If Jimmy or someone else can comment, what is the string spacing at the nut? I have a Squire Affinity Strat that I can't play because the spacing is so tight. I have IYV IJZ-300 TSB Jazz semi-hollow that is fine. Any Gibson clone is fine. Even a cheap Glarry Tele is okay. Just not that squire strat.
Hi Glen…thanks for watching and commenting. IYV claims 42mm at the nut, however mine measures in at 41.47 at the nut. String spacing at the 1st fret is 37.03 from E to E, so yes it is a bit “tight” down there especially if you have wider/stubbier fingers. I have large hands, but thinner fingers and can maneuver without issue, but it is tight. In comparison my Classic Vibe Mustang measured 42.17 at the nut with 37.54mm E to E string spacing on the 1st fret. Hope that helps you a bit…
Thanks for stopping into the channel! 🎸👍
@@JimmyStewart1 Thanks so much for the very helpful reply, Jimmy.
@@GWBridge
My pleasure Glen…all the best and hope to see you around the channel more…🙏👍
Seems like a really affordable surf rock axe.. Is it as good a Squier Classic vibe?
Bertrand Dugas
I have not played a Squier Classic vibe so can not personally comment on a comparison between the two. I am not a big fan of Squier’s in general and from what I hear from others, the quality of QC on Squiers has been pretty hit/miss in recent years. Like any budget guitar, you can expect to do a setup to bring it to your preference.
The main core components however on this were very, very good. Great neck, good tuners and electronics, surprisingly good sounding pups!
Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@JimmyStewart1 As far as Squier I haven't been impressed at all by their Bullet and Affinity lines, but their Classic vibes in my book seemed to be at least as good as the Mexican made ones.. However as you say buying a kit with all the parts labour, lacquering isn't worth it to get this type of quality..
Bertrand Dugas
Agreed! I just don’t believe it could be done at the same price point.
Is that a fender headstock shape ?
Not quite…but fairly tasteful nonetheless 😎
Thanks for watching and commenting!
Truly appreciate you stopping in…👍
I have a strat that I like. What differentiates this from a Strat?
Thanks so much for watching and commenting Loren. This Mustang hybrid is different in the pickup configuration (two singles instead of 3 like a Strat) the offset body, bridge and Trem configuration is different, along with it being a short scale (24”) and the standard Strat being a 25.5 scale. Hope that helps….
Appreciate your stopping in to the channel! 👍🎸
@@JimmyStewart1 do you get a lot of difference in tone compared to a strat?
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I would say yes…the body/pups and bridge used provides a bit more brightness and quirky “spank” to me. It’s a bit unusual, but I like it a lot!
Thanks again for watching and commenting! Much appreciated…👍🎸
I’ve never seen a whammy bar inbetween the strings?
Really?? You just haven’t been looking clearly….🤣🤣
Thanks so much for watching and commenting!! 👍🎸
Very tight guitar I have it
Hi NeonMall…thanks for watching and commenting. It’s one of my fav IYV’s (and I have a few) 😎
Congrats on yours and thanks so much for stopping into the channel and sharing! 🎸👍
Sounds like it was made for playing surf guitar.
Oh yeah....😎 but it will also do some nice blues and funk as well! Not a one trick pony at all! Thanks for watching and commenting and stay safe! 👍
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