@@grantkelly2751 nope lol this is mgks new sig guitar . The only reason it brought up so much controversy apparently because of his background, people thought this has some edge guitar shaped based on cutting yourself. Mgk says he just likes to shave alot lol. It's also known however, that him and Megan fox drink each other's blood or some wierd nonsense.
Because in sad boi music culture, which is what MGK milks, the straight razor represents exactly that. Hopefully you don’t ever have some in your life who used do things like cut themselves with these or burn themselves with cigarettes as a cry for help that no one paid attention to before they deleted themselves. A lot of us do, so shit like this comes off as really fucking tacky. So ummm, blow it out your ass, man. 🤷🏻♂️
Guaranteed those people have 0 experience in regards to self harm. As someone who has, people speaking on my behalf is insulting and a piece of fucking wood isn't going to make me fall back into that state of mind.
“Not enough companies are taking risks” That hit such a spot for me. I’m indifferent about MGK. I’m neither here nor there. I could care less about his reason for why he wanted it to be a razor blade. I’m indifferent towards his signature. But the only thing that’s impressive is like you said. This gives me nostalgia to Guitar Hero and grinding away for hours to unlock the next guitar. And that makes me so happy that a company was willing to go out of their way. And I’m sure their people who made these guitars appreciated doing something way out of left field.
@@SkilletTRO Oh, I'm not saying it's not ugly as sin and embarrassing, I'm just saying most of the hate around it is because of MGK. And the rest is the less than stellar quality for 1500$
@@Liminal.Headspacefalse. Most of the hate is by the shape of the guitar. MGK name on it just amplifies the hate. If it were to be promoted under dimebags name, it would have gotten even more hate because 1. He never played nor would he ever want to own something like this. 2. It would be a cash grab especially since it would be after his death 3. The price and specs wouldn't be what Dimebag would have oreferred Fans would enrage over this. Look at what happened to Doyle and Kerry King when they released their newest signature guitars. They received so much hate to the point where it became laughable. I disagree with your statement due to those reasons
@@Liminal.Headspace Have you played one? I am curious because I haven't had an opportunity to. Generally Schecter (now and for the past 15 years or so) makes high quality mass manufactured instruments. I'd be surprised if it wasn't a well constructed guitar with decent hardware.
Exactly, if Schecter had released this with a Judas Priest British Steel graphic on it, and dual humbuckers, it'd have been an instant hit. The way the guitar bros are reacting to this guitar, you'd think that Schecter and MGK are Breaking The Law.
The only issue I have with this guitar is that they missed a serious opportunity. Why is the razor blade guitar so THICK? Keep the silhouette, but it should've had the profile of an Ibanez S series. Instead, it's shaped like Mjolnir.
I disagree, simply because I don't like thin guitars like the Ibanez's. I like the heavy, thick bodies like the C-1's have. So if this is anything like that then I'll take one.
It's not my personal style, but, as you said... respect for having fun and doing something different. I got Bo Diddley vibes as well when I saw it. I could see it being a fun mod platform in general with the unique shape. Anyone with a little time and some talent could whip out some custom pickguards for that and totally change the aesthetic.
I didn't know this guitar was polarizing I just thought everyone hated it. After watching your review though, great points we should all just let people enjoy what they like.
Glad to hear that it is pretty comfortable to play! I wasn't sure due to the boxy shape. Either way I've always loved my Schecter Guitars that I've played. Good for them on a successful collaboration!
Appreciate you, thanks for speaking on “guitar bro’s.” As I hate the guitar aesthetically, but like you said: I’m glad a company is taking risks, there would be little fuss is Dime/Priest did something like this, and MGK did put out a killer pop/punk album (as much as I personally dislike it). Just baffles me how one can’t just let others like something even if they don’t.
Been playing guitar since the 90's. I think i'm the only person i've run across that digs the guitar. I just like when anyone does something different and quirky and that's not from China.
I absolutely love the guitar! This guitar is gonna be a collectible and highly sought after 10 years or less from now, especially if Schecter discontinues it soon.
I half agree with you. The guitar bros do hate it because of its association. The kicker is whoever was the marketing manager at Schecter should either be fired or demoted for this. MGK shouldn’t have a second signature guitar despite how much anyone likes or dislikes him. The first ones are on clearance all over guitar shops. This isn’t selling fast either. They should have found a different way to market these like you said. Guitar bros would have had this on a 12 month backlog if it was associated with anyone else.
@@BockwinkleB you’re still missing the point. Talk doesn’t equal sales. Schecter makes really great guitars. This isn’t helping the sales of their other models. The only people who will buy this razor blade guitar are “collectors” who think they’ll be worth something down the line. I imagine these will be on a clearance sale for 50% off in a few months.
2:04 as a non drug user of any kind, I've never would've guessed the shape was associated with cocaine XD I was thinking we was just trying to be "edgy" ... get it?
Let it be fun. Let people have fun. A lot of people take things far to seriously. It's goofy, and it's something different. Not my thing, but I can appreciate what it's going for. If it sounds good, and plays well, then it is a good guitar. It's really that simple. There's a reason 80's metal hit a chord with the mainstream so hard and for so long. It was FUN, it was GOOFY, it was ENTERTAINING, it was DIFFERENT. This guitar is not meant to be taken seriously, so don't.
If Jim Root had dropped that first MGK signature everyone would have loved it! I’ve played it and it’s cool. This one isn’t my style but hey it takes all types
this is a cool guitar honestly i would have seen glen or kk playing it on british steel album but to see this as a machine gun kelly guitar is kinda cool bring back the 80's wierd cool guitar esthetic and i love it
Personal opinion, as an European viewer: I agree with you that its shape being liked to a metal artist or band wouldn't raise half the fuzz (or rather none) in the metal community. I know nothing about MGK and I don't care who gets a signature or not tbh. In the end companies need to make money and if Schecter thinks they sell more of these than say if they picked one of an artist you think is most criminally underrated, it is their decision to make not your or mine. So its being a MGK sign is neither a pro (collectors incentive), nor a con (OMG, why MGK again) to me. I wouldn't buy it personally, but that's simply because at that price point I want more than a single company-brand pick-up. Esp. not one where the access to the lower 5 frets looks awkward thanks to the shaping of the body-neck joint. For the same price at Schecter I could get something with like Fishman or EMG pickups or a combination of Fishman+Sustaniac and stainless frets, not mentioning better accessibility. Now if I where in some kind Judas Priest tribute band only playing the rhythm parts and had the money to spare, I maybe would buy it for the giggles.
Preach, Fluff! It’s not just in the guitar realm, either. You find these “bros” in every medium and every fandom and they just make enjoying anything a miserable experience.
Mine should be here in just a few hours! I’m so excited! It’s my first guitar love kells and this guitar just rubs me in the guitar hero 3 nostalgia region and man i can’t wait to get my hands on it 🤘🏾
to each there own....sounds pretty good in your demo. My only problem with the guitar is that there is no cutaway where the body meets the 17th fret, which might make it a bit difficult playing leads in the upper register
When it's built for someone who can barely play the instrument to begin with, being able to access the upper range of the fretboard probably doesn't figure into the design thought process.
It's for pop punk to be fair. They don't do a lot of shredding. Not that they need to though. Lots of amazing songs have no solo, but I'm just saying it's not really what this guitar is for. Just like I wouldn't criticize classical guitarists for not shredding the high frets and using guitars that join at the 12th fret with no cutaway. Even if they do have a cutaway, most classical guitars only have like 18 frets anyway lol.
@@christophermatthews8852 Yeah those classical guitarists don't know what they're doing. That's why their guitars only have 17 frets and mostly join at the 12th with no cutaway... 😂
@@niclastname accurate point, although seeing someone rip some Segovia on this thing would be hysterical. That being said, it's definitely designed and manufactured for a person/market that the majority of us are not part of.
Finally, someone who thinks it's a cool looking fun guitar. I like it. I don't care for the artist, but my feelings don't get all butt hurt very easily over who it's from or because it's not a boring traditional shape guitar like so many self-righteous guitar players complain about. Right On Fluff.
Schecter will never live this down. Remember when Schecter made that hideous monstrosity razor blade guitar. In 2024?!?! Will be hearing comments for years!!!!!!!
@@robotjeans From listening to Phil McKnight talk about it on his liveshow/podcast, it depends. Sometimes they send them for them to keep or at least offer for them to no strings attached. Sometimes theyre purely on loan. Sometimes they can get a deal like "artist pricing" if they like the product and want to keep it.
100% agreed with the British Steel comments. Not even a fraction of the same number of people would be complaining if this was a Glenn Tipton sitnature or something.
Even though I am not a MGK fan or really into his signature stuff, you made a cool point about the idea if this was a DimeBag Darrel Guitar, so many people would be all about it, and I could see it having a Seymour Duncan DBD set in it with a Floyd Rose system, it would be a cool tribute guitar in all actuality, it's not my thing, but I really like that you honestly do the review and don't just hate on it right off the bat, like some people have been.
Spot On. It is perception of association. So vapid and hollow. Like the thing or dont. People love throwing their opinion everywhere. Always admire your perspective, Fluff. Toxic culture needs to evolve.
Schecter and MGK just pulled a ChibsonUSA on us. They definitely achieved to get a shit ton of attention their names and brand, one massive marketing gimmick.
Thank you! My bassist and I have been butting heads over this thing. Neither of us like MGK at all, but I'm a believer that guitars should be purely a personal style matter. He's a firm traditionalist who is even off put by a flying V
This gives me the same vibes as seeing a Majesty, like “yeah that’s what I’d play if I was that guy in that band”. Props to Schecter for making the specs look nice, and at least making it functional, even if it’s not what I’d play.
I love schecter. I own a C1 Plus FR in VIntage Sunburst that I bought new in October of 2002, which is apparently rare, and still looks brand new and has never given me one single issue. I think this guitar is fun and unique. And it did sound good so I see no problem with it.
Someone in the Instagram post commented that signature guitars were meant to be for skilled, talented players. That couldn't be further from the truth: signature instruments are for artists that SELL, or at least get media traction, and boy this guitar does that.
He just said the best pop-punk album in the past 15 years… I don’t hate mgk but damn… that just broke something inside of me lol did the actual pop-punk bands real dirty right there. Neck deep, Green Day, state champs, the story so far, etc. rip.
Excellent video! People get a bit carried away sometimes, moving from legitimate factual (or understandable, opinion-based) criticism to an indictment of other peoples' opinions and personal worth. In terms of what causes this, obviously maturity level plays a large part. So, it's understandable that some folks haven't grown to the point that their perspective shifts to account for the possibility that other people have legitimate thoughts and feelings. Unfortunately, a big part the problem at all ages starts when people get too deep into fandom or liking something. It starts to become part of their identity. Then, anything that threatens that identity, in reality or just in their heads, is actually threatening to them, potentially invalidating them as a person. Fight or flight response is engaged instead of the part of your brain needed for critical-thinking, and a good, respectful conversation.
Fair play Fluff. I have always respected you for your honest opinion, even if it goes against the mainstream. Dimebag is one of my favourite guitarists and Priest are one of my favourite bands and I still would go nowhere near this guitar. As box guitar shapes never appealed to me in general. Also MGK is a trash person from all accounts so I don't know if this sort of behaviour should be rewarded. That and he was dumb enough to try to step to Eminem, who then did what Eminem does best. EDIT: Also, I think Schecter either way have done some good by doing this. It's got the most people talking about this guitar that I have heard about in years...although I wish it were over the John Browne signature! No hatred or disrespect for you Fluff at all. Just don't think this will swing many people towards it.
i personally really dont like this for myself or as a production model, but tbf i think its a great signature guitar, itll never be confused with anyone elses
Personally, even if it was associated with Dime, my feelings would be the same. This thing looks more like a novelty piece than a comfortably playable guitar. The price point that it’s at is absurd as well. Based upon the specs, it’s about the same as a single humbucker C6… which is literally a 5th of the price.
I can't relate why folks are so offended by the design. It's not for me, but refreshing to see someone doing something different. I embrace this and hope to see more edgy (no pun intended) designs that spur a response like this! Aren't artists/musicians supposed to revel in different things? What's so metal about not being different?
It's silly and if it was priced around $600 I would pick it up just for fun. At $1,500 I'm not sure who it's aimed at. I don't see many kids saving up for this, but I might be wrong. Maybe it'll be pretty reasonable on the used market in the next few years.
Tickets to my Downfall was an awesome album. Not my number one for Pop-Punk releases in the last fifteen years, but definitely hangs with the best of em.
I love the blink enema era punk sound , and bands from that era, I can say what mgk did was really bad . But it is what it is. It’s not really rock, it’s just pop tbh. That being said travis barkers som just released a song that sounds exactly like mgk, ughh
Dude I'm not even gonna lie. As a self proclaimed "guitar bro" a friend of mine showed me this and before they could say anything about who it was designed by/for, the FIRST thing I did was laugh out loud and ask if it was a Chibson pic. This guitar is ridiculous
Nice to see someone not crying about it. Not my cup of tea, but I am a big fan of freedom. I would probably rather have this than most BC Rich guitars. I agree with the comments about who it’s associated with
I’ve mentioned before that if Glenn Tipton or Randy Piper played that guitar in the early 80’s people would love it. Does that make it less ridiculous in 2024?….no, but it just shows how times and trends have changed.
My immediate thought upon seeing the thumbnail was: "This is just an "edgy", (pun intended?), version of Bo Diddley's guitar." I'm glad you mentioned Bo Diddley at the start, original box guitar. This razor guitar sounds good, but idk if i'd be spending close to 1700-1800 (Being in Canada), for one. But heck, more power to the company doing something bold.
Good on you, Fluff. The haters are WAY more toxic than he is. I agree, best pop punk all in in who knows how long. His talent is undeniable, and Schecter makes some really cool AND good guitars. Just not sure what there is to hate, yet people do it
I generally agree with your take on "Guitar Bros". However, putting aside what someone thinks of MGK, it still appears to be a novelty/collector guitar. I get that this is not a guitar that you practice your shred licks on your left lap with a raised foot. But for 1500 you can get a very solid, versatile guitar (a Schecter even) and give it a razor paint job. In fact if you google it, there's a "British Steel" Les Paul with a razor paint job. So while the Guitar Bros might be all over a Dimebag or British Steel tribute guitar, I can't get past the body shape and price.
“MGK released the best pop punk album of the last 15 years.” Fluff I’ve always loved your content but you can’t tell me with a straight face that either of MGK’s pop punk records are better than Paramore’s new record😂
Dude you described this guitar exactly what i was thinking when first seeing it i immediately didn't even associate with mgk i honestly thought it was a refrence to British Steel By Judas Priest. Subbed
I’ll never understand why people hate on people’s signature guitars. That’s the whole point of them they are supposed to be for the artist and be apart of their aesthetic. Why have a signature guitar made if you’re just gonna take a base model and only make slight changes. Go big and make it weird. Prince understood that he’ll he made a guitar out of his O(+> sign and it was glorious. Reject the boring and mundane and embrace the bizarre!!!
Still not convinced on the guitar, but the respect for Fluff sticking to his guns is admirable.
@ihateyourguts I'm not into the razor blade shape. Even of it was for a guitarist I like, I still wouldn't like it.
Wait is this "Ridiculous Reverb Listings" ???
Luckily this isn´t a sponsored video. Schecter has no say whatsoever....Nudge nudge wink wink
It should be lol. Trogly brought one on his channel just for the controversy
Wait is this a Chibson post???
@@grantkelly2751 nope lol this is mgks new sig guitar . The only reason it brought up so much controversy apparently because of his background, people thought this has some edge guitar shaped based on cutting yourself. Mgk says he just likes to shave alot lol. It's also known however, that him and Megan fox drink each other's blood or some wierd nonsense.
it reminds me of that Nintendo guitar from one of the episodes! 😂😂
“He likes cocaine apparently” had me dying 😂😂
I mean what else would this say to you? 😂😂
The worst sub-sect of guitar bros are the ones saying that this guitar somehow encourages “self harm”.
Because in sad boi music culture, which is what MGK milks, the straight razor represents exactly that. Hopefully you don’t ever have some in your life who used do things like cut themselves with these or burn themselves with cigarettes as a cry for help that no one paid attention to before they deleted themselves. A lot of us do, so shit like this comes off as really fucking tacky. So ummm, blow it out your ass, man. 🤷🏻♂️
Guaranteed those people have 0 experience in regards to self harm. As someone who has, people speaking on my behalf is insulting and a piece of fucking wood isn't going to make me fall back into that state of mind.
If anything it brings attention to the matter, more awareness leads to more people seeking help
“Not enough companies are taking risks”
That hit such a spot for me. I’m indifferent about MGK. I’m neither here nor there. I could care less about his reason for why he wanted it to be a razor blade. I’m indifferent towards his signature. But the only thing that’s impressive is like you said.
This gives me nostalgia to Guitar Hero and grinding away for hours to unlock the next guitar. And that makes me so happy that a company was willing to go out of their way. And I’m sure their people who made these guitars appreciated doing something way out of left field.
Let's be honest, if any respected guitarist would've endorsed this, it wouldn't have generated so much hatred.
@@Liminal.Headspaceit's a shiny cigar box guitar; Hendrix himself couldn't get me to play this lol
@@SkilletTRO Oh, I'm not saying it's not ugly as sin and embarrassing, I'm just saying most of the hate around it is because of MGK. And the rest is the less than stellar quality for 1500$
@@Liminal.Headspacefalse. Most of the hate is by the shape of the guitar. MGK name on it just amplifies the hate. If it were to be promoted under dimebags name, it would have gotten even more hate because
1. He never played nor would he ever want to own something like this.
2. It would be a cash grab especially since it would be after his death
3. The price and specs wouldn't be what Dimebag would have oreferred
Fans would enrage over this. Look at what happened to Doyle and Kerry King when they released their newest signature guitars. They received so much hate to the point where it became laughable. I disagree with your statement due to those reasons
@@Liminal.Headspace Have you played one? I am curious because I haven't had an opportunity to. Generally Schecter (now and for the past 15 years or so) makes high quality mass manufactured instruments. I'd be surprised if it wasn't a well constructed guitar with decent hardware.
To all the people saying that you like it, I challenge you to add it to your collection.
I will.😂
Exactly, if Schecter had released this with a Judas Priest British Steel graphic on it, and dual humbuckers, it'd have been an instant hit. The way the guitar bros are reacting to this guitar, you'd think that Schecter and MGK are Breaking The Law.
My complaint is that it should have a Floyd and better pickups but it's not my signature guitar.
The only issue I have with this guitar is that they missed a serious opportunity. Why is the razor blade guitar so THICK? Keep the silhouette, but it should've had the profile of an Ibanez S series. Instead, it's shaped like Mjolnir.
I thought the same thing actually.
On looks I agree, but fluff said it was already ever so slightly neck heavy, so it probably wouldn't work real well for playability.
I disagree, simply because I don't like thin guitars like the Ibanez's. I like the heavy, thick bodies like the C-1's have. So if this is anything like that then I'll take one.
Good on you fluff for making this video and speaking your mind.
It's not my personal style, but, as you said... respect for having fun and doing something different. I got Bo Diddley vibes as well when I saw it. I could see it being a fun mod platform in general with the unique shape. Anyone with a little time and some talent could whip out some custom pickguards for that and totally change the aesthetic.
I didn't know this guitar was polarizing I just thought everyone hated it. After watching your review though, great points we should all just let people enjoy what they like.
Glad to hear that it is pretty comfortable to play! I wasn't sure due to the boxy shape. Either way I've always loved my Schecter Guitars that I've played. Good for them on a successful collaboration!
Appreciate you, thanks for speaking on “guitar bro’s.”
As I hate the guitar aesthetically, but like you said: I’m glad a company is taking risks, there would be little fuss is Dime/Priest did something like this, and MGK did put out a killer pop/punk album (as much as I personally dislike it).
Just baffles me how one can’t just let others like something even if they don’t.
FINALLY, a great playing guitar for praise and worship.
This is the best video in regards of this guitar. Kudos to you Fluf.
Appreciate the positive outlook, I personally just do not like the shape but that's good to hear it's a good guitar to play
Been playing guitar since the 90's. I think i'm the only person i've run across that digs the guitar. I just like when anyone does something different and quirky and that's not from China.
I absolutely love the guitar! This guitar is gonna be a collectible and highly sought after 10 years or less from now, especially if Schecter discontinues it soon.
Tbh I don’t think anything schecter makes will be collectable in anytime to come.
@@ChopTop399 Never say never :)
Looks like a $1500 fly swatter
If the black parts were hollowed out or cut all the way through so it looked more realistic, I think I would like it.
Man, I has a bit scared to see reviews of this guitar after all the online hate comments, but this has to be the best opinion on this topic!
Idk why everyone is freaking out. When i first saw it i was like "ew thats ugly" then moved on with my life
Thank you for highlighting so many different styles of gear. Appreciate ya fluff!
I half agree with you. The guitar bros do hate it because of its association. The kicker is whoever was the marketing manager at Schecter should either be fired or demoted for this. MGK shouldn’t have a second signature guitar despite how much anyone likes or dislikes him. The first ones are on clearance all over guitar shops. This isn’t selling fast either. They should have found a different way to market these like you said. Guitar bros would have had this on a 12 month backlog if it was associated with anyone else.
The guy should get a promotion. No one has ever talked this much about schecter. Ever.
@@BockwinkleB you’re still missing the point. Talk doesn’t equal sales. Schecter makes really great guitars. This isn’t helping the sales of their other models. The only people who will buy this razor blade guitar are “collectors” who think they’ll be worth something down the line. I imagine these will be on a clearance sale for 50% off in a few months.
2:04 as a non drug user of any kind, I've never would've guessed the shape was associated with cocaine XD I was thinking we was just trying to be "edgy" ... get it?
I bet Ozzy loves this guitar because it brings back so many memories.
Not a fan but not a hater of MGK. For all the haters everytime you talk trash about him just remember this; He's worth around 25 million dollars.
Let it be fun. Let people have fun. A lot of people take things far to seriously. It's goofy, and it's something different. Not my thing, but I can appreciate what it's going for. If it sounds good, and plays well, then it is a good guitar. It's really that simple. There's a reason 80's metal hit a chord with the mainstream so hard and for so long. It was FUN, it was GOOFY, it was ENTERTAINING, it was DIFFERENT. This guitar is not meant to be taken seriously, so don't.
Exactly. There’s literally a Kramer with hot dog graphics on it and people didn’t bat an eye 😂
If Jim Root had dropped that first MGK signature everyone would have loved it! I’ve played it and it’s cool. This one isn’t my style but hey it takes all types
this is a cool guitar honestly i would have seen glen or kk playing it on british steel album but to see this as a machine gun kelly guitar is kinda cool bring back the 80's wierd cool guitar esthetic and i love it
I havent actually seen anyone bothered by the guitar. I have only seen people saying other people are bothered by it
Coming soon: Rusty, dull "Relic'd" version, only $1,999.00
Personal opinion, as an European viewer: I agree with you that its shape being liked to a metal artist or band wouldn't raise half the fuzz (or rather none) in the metal community. I know nothing about MGK and I don't care who gets a signature or not tbh. In the end companies need to make money and if Schecter thinks they sell more of these than say if they picked one of an artist you think is most criminally underrated, it is their decision to make not your or mine.
So its being a MGK sign is neither a pro (collectors incentive), nor a con (OMG, why MGK again) to me. I wouldn't buy it personally, but that's simply because at that price point I want more than a single company-brand pick-up. Esp. not one where the access to the lower 5 frets looks awkward thanks to the shaping of the body-neck joint. For the same price at Schecter I could get something with like Fishman or EMG pickups or a combination of Fishman+Sustaniac and stainless frets, not mentioning better accessibility.
Now if I where in some kind Judas Priest tribute band only playing the rhythm parts and had the money to spare, I maybe would buy it for the giggles.
Preach, Fluff! It’s not just in the guitar realm, either. You find these “bros” in every medium and every fandom and they just make enjoying anything a miserable experience.
Great video man, I totally agree with everything you have said.
Mine should be here in just a few hours! I’m so excited! It’s my first guitar love kells and this guitar just rubs me in the guitar hero 3 nostalgia region and man i can’t wait to get my hands on it 🤘🏾
to each there own....sounds pretty good in your demo. My only problem with the guitar is that there is no cutaway where the body meets the 17th fret, which might make it a bit difficult playing leads in the upper register
When it's built for someone who can barely play the instrument to begin with, being able to access the upper range of the fretboard probably doesn't figure into the design thought process.
lol good point, i was just referring to the consumer who might want to purchase. lol great message though@@christophermatthews8852
It's for pop punk to be fair. They don't do a lot of shredding. Not that they need to though. Lots of amazing songs have no solo, but I'm just saying it's not really what this guitar is for. Just like I wouldn't criticize classical guitarists for not shredding the high frets and using guitars that join at the 12th fret with no cutaway. Even if they do have a cutaway, most classical guitars only have like 18 frets anyway lol.
@@christophermatthews8852 Yeah those classical guitarists don't know what they're doing. That's why their guitars only have 17 frets and mostly join at the 12th with no cutaway... 😂
@@niclastname accurate point, although seeing someone rip some Segovia on this thing would be hysterical. That being said, it's definitely designed and manufactured for a person/market that the majority of us are not part of.
I bet this would be the first option to any one in a future Guitar Hero game! Simply perfect!
Remember Michael Angelo Batio had an aircraft aluminum rocket guitar in the late 80s.
Kudos for you having the balls to actually try one before having an opinion on it and calling out the guitar bro's for being what they are. \m/
Finally, someone who thinks it's a cool looking fun guitar. I like it. I don't care for the artist, but my feelings don't get all butt hurt very easily over who it's from or because it's not a boring traditional shape guitar like so many self-righteous guitar players complain about. Right On Fluff.
Schecter will never live this down. Remember when Schecter made that hideous monstrosity razor blade guitar. In 2024?!?! Will be hearing comments for years!!!!!!!
Well, at least all the RUclipsrs that bought this thing boosted the sales.
RUclips is promotion. I’m sure most of those were free
@@Ottophil I don't think free, dont the companies just loan them out and the reviewers have to return when finished?
@@robotjeans From listening to Phil McKnight talk about it on his liveshow/podcast, it depends. Sometimes they send them for them to keep or at least offer for them to no strings attached. Sometimes theyre purely on loan. Sometimes they can get a deal like "artist pricing" if they like the product and want to keep it.
“Unalive myself”……… I’m unalive 😉😆🤘🏼✌🏼
100% agreed with the British Steel comments. Not even a fraction of the same number of people would be complaining if this was a Glenn Tipton sitnature or something.
Thanks for being a voice of reason, Fluff! Agreed.
Even though I am not a MGK fan or really into his signature stuff, you made a cool point about the idea if this was a DimeBag Darrel Guitar, so many people would be all about it, and I could see it having a Seymour Duncan DBD set in it with a Floyd Rose system, it would be a cool tribute guitar in all actuality, it's not my thing, but I really like that you honestly do the review and don't just hate on it right off the bat, like some people have been.
Spot On. It is perception of association. So vapid and hollow. Like the thing or dont. People love throwing their opinion everywhere. Always admire your perspective, Fluff. Toxic culture needs to evolve.
This guitar screams Affliction shirts, Diesel pants and hats. Woot woot
As a long time schecter player, i despise this stupid thing and wish we got an avenger with an interesting finish for once
Loved this man! Love your honesty and straightforwardness!! Xx
Somebody telling Fluff to unalive himself had my jaw dropped
I was really interested in finding out if it's aluminum. Thanks for clearing that up.
right? I thought it was plastic at first, it reminds me of the Nintendo guitar from the Ridiculous Reverb episodes 😅
Thank you for the honest review and doing our man Kells a solid; speaking on the toxic guitar bros.
Fluff really showing off some pop-punk riff skills.
Schecter and MGK just pulled a ChibsonUSA on us. They definitely achieved to get a shit ton of attention their names and brand, one massive marketing gimmick.
Thank you! My bassist and I have been butting heads over this thing. Neither of us like MGK at all, but I'm a believer that guitars should be purely a personal style matter. He's a firm traditionalist who is even off put by a flying V
I’m glad you brought up the Bo guitar!
You nailed it start to finish.
Mehh, this is just a Bo Diddley with graphics! 👍😁 It's still a pretty sharp axe!
This gives me the same vibes as seeing a Majesty, like “yeah that’s what I’d play if I was that guy in that band”. Props to Schecter for making the specs look nice, and at least making it functional, even if it’s not what I’d play.
Personally not a fan, but each to their own. Regarding the "guitar bros" yeah, you nailed it. Thanks Fluff!
I love schecter. I own a C1 Plus FR in VIntage Sunburst that I bought new in October of 2002, which is apparently rare, and still looks brand new and has never given me one single issue. I think this guitar is fun and unique. And it did sound good so I see no problem with it.
I got that same 2002. Was a great year for some reason. I've traded and sold all others but have never even thought about getting rid of.
Someone in the Instagram post commented that signature guitars were meant to be for skilled, talented players. That couldn't be further from the truth: signature instruments are for artists that SELL, or at least get media traction, and boy this guitar does that.
Very good points about the “guitar bros” hahaha. Love the look of the bridge
FLUFF HAS SPOKEN!!! Everyone can now relax and know everything will be ok.
He just said the best pop-punk album in the past 15 years… I don’t hate mgk but damn… that just broke something inside of me lol did the actual pop-punk bands real dirty right there. Neck deep, Green Day, state champs, the story so far, etc. rip.
Excellent video! People get a bit carried away sometimes, moving from legitimate factual (or understandable, opinion-based) criticism to an indictment of other peoples' opinions and personal worth. In terms of what causes this, obviously maturity level plays a large part. So, it's understandable that some folks haven't grown to the point that their perspective shifts to account for the possibility that other people have legitimate thoughts and feelings. Unfortunately, a big part the problem at all ages starts when people get too deep into fandom or liking something. It starts to become part of their identity. Then, anything that threatens that identity, in reality or just in their heads, is actually threatening to them, potentially invalidating them as a person. Fight or flight response is engaged instead of the part of your brain needed for critical-thinking, and a good, respectful conversation.
Love your take, Fluff. Couldn't agree more.
Good points with the Dimebag/ British Steel comparison.
Fair play Fluff. I have always respected you for your honest opinion, even if it goes against the mainstream. Dimebag is one of my favourite guitarists and Priest are one of my favourite bands and I still would go nowhere near this guitar. As box guitar shapes never appealed to me in general.
Also MGK is a trash person from all accounts so I don't know if this sort of behaviour should be rewarded. That and he was dumb enough to try to step to Eminem, who then did what Eminem does best.
EDIT: Also, I think Schecter either way have done some good by doing this. It's got the most people talking about this guitar that I have heard about in years...although I wish it were over the John Browne signature!
No hatred or disrespect for you Fluff at all. Just don't think this will swing many people towards it.
i personally really dont like this for myself or as a production model, but tbf i think its a great signature guitar, itll never be confused with anyone elses
You're the freacking best!
RESPECT! Everyone is criticising but nobody is playing it. Talk is cheap
Fluff I love that shirt! Where did you get it?
dimebag would ABSOLUTELY dig that guitar
Personally, even if it was associated with Dime, my feelings would be the same. This thing looks more like a novelty piece than a comfortably playable guitar. The price point that it’s at is absurd as well. Based upon the specs, it’s about the same as a single humbucker C6… which is literally a 5th of the price.
I might buy one just to be ironic. "This next song really cuts deep so I need to bring out the only guitar that will get the job done"
Thank You for the Gene Simmons Axe bass reference! That’s what I thought of when I first saw the MGK Razor Blade.
Great review fluff, well said.
I can't relate why folks are so offended by the design. It's not for me, but refreshing to see someone doing something different. I embrace this and hope to see more edgy (no pun intended) designs that spur a response like this! Aren't artists/musicians supposed to revel in different things? What's so metal about not being different?
It's silly and if it was priced around $600 I would pick it up just for fun. At $1,500 I'm not sure who it's aimed at. I don't see many kids saving up for this, but I might be wrong. Maybe it'll be pretty reasonable on the used market in the next few years.
Tickets to my Downfall was an awesome album.
Not my number one for Pop-Punk releases in the last fifteen years, but definitely hangs with the best of em.
I love the blink enema era punk sound , and bands from that era, I can say what mgk did was really bad . But it is what it is. It’s not really rock, it’s just pop tbh. That being said travis barkers som just released a song that sounds exactly like mgk, ughh
Dude I'm not even gonna lie. As a self proclaimed "guitar bro" a friend of mine showed me this and before they could say anything about who it was designed by/for, the FIRST thing I did was laugh out loud and ask if it was a Chibson pic.
This guitar is ridiculous
Nice to see someone not crying about it. Not my cup of tea, but I am a big fan of freedom. I would probably rather have this than most BC Rich guitars. I agree with the comments about who it’s associated with
I’ve mentioned before that if Glenn Tipton or Randy Piper played that guitar in the early 80’s people would love it. Does that make it less ridiculous in 2024?….no, but it just shows how times and trends have changed.
I agree, I thought it was a Dimebag inspired guitar the first time I saw it.
My immediate thought upon seeing the thumbnail was: "This is just an "edgy", (pun intended?), version of Bo Diddley's guitar." I'm glad you mentioned Bo Diddley at the start, original box guitar. This razor guitar sounds good, but idk if i'd be spending close to 1700-1800 (Being in Canada), for one. But heck, more power to the company doing something bold.
i love this guitar so much! its a crazy idea and im here for it!
Good on you, Fluff. The haters are WAY more toxic than he is. I agree, best pop punk all in in who knows how long. His talent is undeniable, and Schecter makes some really cool AND good guitars. Just not sure what there is to hate, yet people do it
I agree 100%. I thought it was a Chibson ad for a dime bag guitar.
I generally agree with your take on "Guitar Bros". However, putting aside what someone thinks of MGK, it still appears to be a novelty/collector guitar. I get that this is not a guitar that you practice your shred licks on your left lap with a raised foot. But for 1500 you can get a very solid, versatile guitar (a Schecter even) and give it a razor paint job. In fact if you google it, there's a "British Steel" Les Paul with a razor paint job. So while the Guitar Bros might be all over a Dimebag or British Steel tribute guitar, I can't get past the body shape and price.
Fluff sounds "paid"😮
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“MGK released the best pop punk album of the last 15 years.” Fluff I’ve always loved your content but you can’t tell me with a straight face that either of MGK’s pop punk records are better than Paramore’s new record😂
On what planet is new Paramore pop punk my guy.
@@RiffsAndBeards okok fair, it’s more pop than punk.
Dude you described this guitar exactly what i was thinking when first seeing it i immediately didn't even associate with mgk i honestly thought it was a refrence to British Steel By Judas Priest. Subbed
I’ll never understand why people hate on people’s signature guitars. That’s the whole point of them they are supposed to be for the artist and be apart of their aesthetic. Why have a signature guitar made if you’re just gonna take a base model and only make slight changes. Go big and make it weird. Prince understood that he’ll he made a guitar out of his O(+> sign and it was glorious. Reject the boring and mundane and embrace the bizarre!!!
Despite the incredibly valid points you made about toxic guitar bro culture, I still prefer the Chibson version.
i like them. i think of them as bad ass bo diddley looking.
I have no idea who Kelly is but I dig it. As a straight edge vegan I like the looks.
This guitar had been great marketing for the album British Steel
Everyone of these on reverb right now can be on Ridiculous Reverb Listings