Awesome demo....i have got the Sterling Sub Silo. And i was amazed about the build quality and features. I bought it 2nd hand as i never Saw any Sterling in a store.
Just bought a Cutlass, partly after viewing this cast, and I am so glad i did. This guitar plays like butter right out of the store. The soft V shape isn't something I'm used to, but it seems to guide my paw to position itself better. The pickups seems at least good, too. I *may* upgrade them after a while, but I'm going to try to live with them for a year or so before I decide that: there's no instant 'this is great but it needs better pups' feeling at all. I traded in a new CV 60's Strat on it, and I'm not looking back at all.
@@andyws0108 so far pretty good. the bridge is kinda not all that great tuning stability using the whammy bar wise but it gets the job done. i got the HSS in firemist silver i think its callled. no real complaints honestly i just find the pickups a little whiny sounding when im trying to play polyphia stuff but i think thats more of an eq thing cuz idk what im doing. overall solid guitar
The 2022 versions of this HSS were just on sale for $400. I can’t believe the value in this guitar. I’m a G&L guy, but damn, this is an incredible guitar for the price. It would have been a great value at $550! Can’t believe I got it for $400!
I like the silver colour shown through the video, but stock photos and even the thumbnail made me think this firemist silver is more blue than silver.. Thanks for the review.
I snagged a ct 50 plus in white has the mid boost great little guitar I got it for 300 was amazed by the half price I found it for and nothing wrong with it
What a coincidence, I watched Tomo Fujita demo for this guitar last week. Now my fav acoustic guitar teacher is doing demo for this guitar too! Love it!!!
Regarding the set-up and QC at the California facility.... does this apply if you purchase one from Musician's Friend, Sweetwater, etc? Like, will it arrive ready to play and without any issues?
Great review! I’m getting ting this guitar today. Compared it to the Ibanez AZES, Squier Classic Vibe, Harley Benton, etc. (could not find a Sire S3 to compare but Sires are hard to come by in stores.). Very Stratty single coil tones - even Strattier than my Classic Vibe - and nicely balanced humbucker. In my experience you never really miss the coil split because it works better in theory than in practice. The neck is what really sold me, plus a truly sweet neck pickup. Very nice playing too!
Would this be a good first guitar? I've been looking into getting a fender player strat as my first electric guitar but these are just so nice with the already installed lock in tuners. Just want to hear the difference between the HSS and the SSS to make a decision.
Just picked mine up today. Never thought I would own a stratocaster (I play a lot of doom metal, so Ive always avoided single coil pickups). I love this thing, especially for the price! Many things also make up your tone, not just pickups like amp and pedals. Id say go for this guitar if you like the strat tone and adjust to your play style (maybe a pickup swap).
@@gfunktuba1 hopefully you’ve already gotten him one, but if not, this would be a fantastic first guitar. It comes already well setup and ready to play right out of the box. I’m a full time keyboardist who plays with the guitar, just got this one after trying a couple others in a slightly lower price range that were junk, and TOTALLY LOVE IT!! Hope your kid has fun learning. Making music is THE BEST!!
Strings are not perfectly centered (6:54) , the dot inlay should be centered perfectly between D & G strings, as a result, the thin E may slip down the fretboard. In my personal opinion, I consider this as a quality control issue.
I live far away from music stores so it can get expensive trying things out. Lol. So far the RG series is the best feeling. I have a hard time with Les Pauls. I need to try an SG. I didn’t mind my strat and regret selling it. I may give this one a go.
I don't think you'd be sorry you gave this guitar a try. But if you want a good-feeling SG for that double-hum, 24.75" scale sound, I'd suggest trying Epiphone's SG Modern Figured. It has a *very* nice neck carve, and yes, it's easier-playing to me, at least, than my Epi Les Paul Standard. I don't think you can go wrong with it.
The truss rod access where it is....is considered a plus by some. Easy use, only found on the high end Fenders. Aesthetically, I guess it could be not loved by some. One question...Any Neck dive, when sitting or standing??? Thank you ❤️ Super Great review !!!
@@GuitarZero2Hero Thanks for getting back. My search for a Fender style has, however, already culminated. I ordered a used Partscaster (Tele) from Reverb, and it's on the way! I really enjoyed your video, however. Thanks 👍
Anyone prefer the Sterling Cutlass HSS over the Larry Carlton Sire S7 for under $800? Which one is better, Which one should I Buy? This Cutlass would be $150 less than the sire S7 with similar Features. Thanks!!!
Was wondering if this neck is suitable for someone with small hands? I normally play acoustic (Martin and Taylor) and was wondering if the neck has a similar profile.
I’d get into a guitar store and get your hands on it. At least with the 2022 models. The neck is thicker than you would think, but it’s not too bad. I don’t have big hands and I love the neck, but I’d definitely recommend wrapping your hand around one if you can to make sure you like it.
Mine was great straight outta the sealed box. I did lower the action a bit and its so smooth now with no buzz. The frets are very good everywhere and the asymmetrical neck carve is outstanding! Not dign the pups and have everything to mod this baby into a 9 tone beast! SD pups and Dimarzio controls are in order.
I'm planning to buy an ibanez grx40 as my first electric guitar I don't know. I really like a guitar with a maple fretboard but i don't think i can find one for 200 Dollars or 12,000 pesos where i live
hey, I was wondering if you could record a tutorial for public - make you mine I love this song and I love your tutorials so I would be very happy if you would record a tutorial for me :) btw greetings from Poland :)
Hey, could you make a tutorial on how to play “seasons of love” from the movie RENT? There are no good tutorials on RUclips and I’d really appreciate it!!
The weird thing about this guitar is that it is 1000% silver (as in the video), but every picture of it online makes it appear as though it is light blue.
Not a lot. The pickups output are probably in the low end of vintage output range. I own this guitar, thanks partially to this review and the pickups and switch can definitely use an upgrade but it serves me fine for now. I love the feel of the neck of this guitar.
Neck thickness...somewhere in between....kind of important to some guitarists and often neglected in specs and reviews, I'd like to know the specific thickness at the 1st and 12th frets on a guitar I'd have to order. Nut material, another missing spec so probably plastic? Exposed spoke wheel truss rod a complaint? Are you kidding me? Very convenient for tweaking in humidity/temperature changes, I prefer this setup. Worst are ones you have to take the neck off to adjust, hit and miss with no string tension and totally impractical for on the fly tweaks. Here's what I'd pick on: poplar is cheap hit and miss tone wood, 1 volume and 1 tone I'd rather see the extra tone control, nut material-plastic(?) with trem is not desirable, pickup magnets should be(?) alnico, prefer the humbucker with a toggle or push/pull ...I wouldn't place the value on this guitar much more than 300 bucks for an Asian made guitar. Best features are the roasted maple neck, neck finish appears not to be gloss, locking tuners if the tuners perform well and spoke wheel truss adjustment . Pickups and nut are easily upgraded but the poplar body, control layout kills it for me and also the mystery neck thickness. There's better options out there in that price range and yeah there's limitations in that price range but still...pass.
OMG I LITERALLY HAVE BEEN LOOKING FOR A GOOD REVIEW FOR THIS GUITAR!! It’s one of my planned purchases!!
Glad I could help!
@@GuitarZero2Hero could you PLEASE do a new tutorial for Daughters by John Mayer? Can you include the lead guitar part? I can’t find it anywhere
It's always nice to hear you play
Electric guiter is my dream instrument i got a cheap acoustic i always dream for an electric guitar especially when i see this guitar lol
Awesome demo....i have got the Sterling Sub Silo. And i was amazed about the build quality and features. I bought it 2nd hand as i never Saw any Sterling in a store.
You gave such a wonderful review and explain everything so well. Thank you
Just ordered one. I agree on the humbucker configuration as well as the color. Nice playing.
Just bought a Cutlass, partly after viewing this cast, and I am so glad i did. This guitar plays like butter right out of the store. The soft V shape isn't something I'm used to, but it seems to guide my paw to position itself better. The pickups seems at least good, too. I *may* upgrade them after a while, but I'm going to try to live with them for a year or so before I decide that: there's no instant 'this is great but it needs better pups' feeling at all. I traded in a new CV 60's Strat on it, and I'm not looking back at all.
I wanted one of these but I've heard that the trem sucks, what can you tell?
Definitely gonna be getting this sometime soon, absolutely hyped
Copped
@@teepz04 which colour (HSS config)? and how u finding it?
@@andyws0108 so far pretty good. the bridge is kinda not all that great tuning stability using the whammy bar wise but it gets the job done. i got the HSS in firemist silver i think its callled. no real complaints honestly i just find the pickups a little whiny sounding when im trying to play polyphia stuff but i think thats more of an eq thing cuz idk what im doing. overall solid guitar
Your wholesome description is accurate.After playing this everytime in went in the store I had to play it. It's very unique .
Great review. Nice selection of clean tones with each pickup. Thanks.
Just ordered one! Thanks for the great review!
The 2022 versions of this HSS were just on sale for $400. I can’t believe the value in this guitar. I’m a G&L guy, but damn, this is an incredible guitar for the price. It would have been a great value at $550! Can’t believe I got it for $400!
Its on sale for 300 now because of the memorial day weekend sale its such a steal 😎
Woww!! For 300-400$ it's a steal! In our country you'd get a CT30 with that price tag.
I got an as new on CL for $200.
both G&L and mustic man stingrays were both the children of leo fender, the consistency in quality between both of them is not a coincidence
Great review Dave, nice guitar. So far so good at home.
Hey Marty! Thanks - glad to hear things are going well :) Hope it's a good summer for you guys!
I like the silver colour shown through the video, but stock photos and even the thumbnail made me think this firemist silver is more blue than silver..
Thanks for the review.
No problems! Yeh it’s hard to sort of capture the true colour of it, I’d say it’s silver with a blue hue/tinge
i was astonished when i picked up this guitar at GC. The neck is FAT and amazing!
exellent demo and guitar playing!
Thanks 🙏🏼
can vouch for using this piece on the road. stays in tune, sounds great and you can actually use the trem.
7:14 just perfect
I snagged a ct 50 plus in white has the mid boost great little guitar I got it for 300 was amazed by the half price I found it for and nothing wrong with it
Great find!
Niceeee always enjoy your playing😀
Thanks! 😃
Can you tell us which amp you used? As well any effects? It’s a super guitar!
What a coincidence, I watched Tomo Fujita demo for this guitar last week. Now my fav acoustic guitar teacher is doing demo for this guitar too! Love it!!!
Tomo is incredible! I think he demoed the SSS version :)
Yes but only with clean tones no distortion:)
Regarding the set-up and QC at the California facility....
does this apply if you purchase one from Musician's Friend, Sweetwater, etc?
Like, will it arrive ready to play and without any issues?
Great review! I’m getting ting this guitar today. Compared it to the Ibanez AZES, Squier Classic Vibe, Harley Benton, etc. (could not find a Sire S3 to compare but Sires are hard to come by in stores.). Very Stratty single coil tones - even Strattier than my Classic Vibe - and nicely balanced humbucker. In my experience you never really miss the coil split because it works better in theory than in practice. The neck is what really sold me, plus a truly sweet neck pickup. Very nice playing too!
Yeh it’s a great guitar, I still enjoy playing it even though I have much more expensive guitars. The neck as you said is great. Enjoy!
Would this be a good first guitar?
I've been looking into getting a fender player strat as my first electric guitar but these are just so nice with the already installed lock in tuners.
Just want to hear the difference between the HSS and the SSS to make a decision.
Would love to see some knowledgeable answers to this question. My son is looking at this guitar
It would be a great first guitar
Just picked mine up today. Never thought I would own a stratocaster (I play a lot of doom metal, so Ive always avoided single coil pickups). I love this thing, especially for the price! Many things also make up your tone, not just pickups like amp and pedals. Id say go for this guitar if you like the strat tone and adjust to your play style (maybe a pickup swap).
@@gfunktuba1 hopefully you’ve already gotten him one, but if not, this would be a fantastic first guitar. It comes already well setup and ready to play right out of the box. I’m a full time keyboardist who plays with the guitar, just got this one after trying a couple others in a slightly lower price range that were junk, and TOTALLY LOVE IT!! Hope your kid has fun learning. Making music is THE BEST!!
Strings are not perfectly centered (6:54) , the dot inlay should be centered perfectly between D & G strings, as a result, the thin E may slip down the fretboard. In my personal opinion, I consider this as a quality control issue.
Just got one of these and I plan to refinish it Charcoal Grey and give it a shell Pickguard like the sub series
Also, how do you think this compares to a Fender Player series?
That guitar is great the only thing I'd do is put a jb pickup in the bridge.bet you there going to come with a stingray version of this.
Good review except for playing through enhancements that don’t let us hear what it really sounds like.
I live far away from music stores so it can get expensive trying things out. Lol. So far the RG series is the best feeling. I have a hard time with Les Pauls. I need to try an SG. I didn’t mind my strat and regret selling it. I may give this one a go.
I don't think you'd be sorry you gave this guitar a try. But if you want a good-feeling SG for that double-hum, 24.75" scale sound, I'd suggest trying Epiphone's SG Modern Figured. It has a *very* nice neck carve, and yes, it's easier-playing to me, at least, than my Epi Les Paul Standard. I don't think you can go wrong with it.
Thanks it was a hard decision but I went with a mint 2014 Epiphone SG Proo-400 on reverb. Maybe next time Cutlass.
Reverb can definitely release buyer 's pain. I get nearly two thirds of my gear there. Hope you enjoy it!
Perfect review, wow.
👋 hey
Could you do a tutorial on how to play the Unforgiven or any other Metallica song on acoustic guitar?
Btw. great video 👍
yaasssssssss pls
Ordered one !
Beautiful playing
I love this guitar, the neck is perfect 👍 coming from a strat fan these have better necks. Pickups are styled with classic and modern strata in mind.
Could you show us how to play “I won’t hold you back” by TOTO on the acoustic guitar please?
I love your reviews!
Thank you!
could you do an acoustic version of slow dancing in a burning room with just chords?
Better than anything fender makes under 2k
The truss rod access where it is....is considered a plus by some. Easy use, only found on the high end Fenders.
Aesthetically, I guess it could be not loved by some.
One question...Any Neck dive, when sitting or standing???
Thank you ❤️
Super Great review !!!
Thanks Mike! No neck dive, it's pretty well balanced on a strap
@@GuitarZero2Hero
Thanks for getting back.
My search for a Fender style has, however, already culminated.
I ordered a used Partscaster (Tele) from Reverb, and it's on the way!
I really enjoyed your video, however.
Thanks 👍
@@mikec6733 Awesome! Hope you're enjoying the new axe :)
@@GuitarZero2Hero
It should arrive soon.
I think it'll be really fun to play. 🤞🎶🎵
Hey Drave can you pls tell me which song were you playing at 8:06 and can you make a tutorial on it if its an improve. Pls pls
String alignment needs looking at on that particular guitar.
I wish a local store had those in stock to check out. CME has the CT30, but I'd like to check it out as well as the CT50, both HSS & SSS.
They're a new release for 2021 so keep an eye out - I think they're a big upgrade from the CT30
A lovely entry level guitar. I’m dying for one, but can’t find it anywhere here in Canada - well at least from places I trust.
L&M are selling them
@@microsmart714 They’ve been discontinued. L&M only had one left in their entire national inventory, and I bought it today. Rose Gold.
How does it compare with the Hex E300 for $400? Thank you for this review!
Hi,I tried the Cutless,very nice,tried the Shector Van Nyes tele,which do you think is better,thank you
too bad we can't find that guitar in our local store, even though they're made in our country...
Anyone prefer the Sterling Cutlass HSS over the Larry Carlton Sire S7 for under $800? Which one is better, Which one should I Buy? This Cutlass would be $150 less than the sire S7 with similar Features. Thanks!!!
what did you do?
is the headstock heavy , is the guitar well balanced?
Was wondering if this neck is suitable for someone with small hands? I normally play acoustic (Martin and Taylor) and was wondering if the neck has a similar profile.
I’d get into a guitar store and get your hands on it. At least with the 2022 models. The neck is thicker than you would think, but it’s not too bad. I don’t have big hands and I love the neck, but I’d definitely recommend wrapping your hand around one if you can to make sure you like it.
Could you tell us what presets you are using with Bias FX 2. Great tones and I have Bias and would love to use those tones!
great guitar & i got one..
Gorgeous
Great review. Can you tell me the weight of this guitar? Are the frets smooth or do they need a little work?
Don't have a scale so can't give you an exact weight. It's not overly heavy or overly light though. Frets on the model I got were great.
this guitar always looks blue in photos but silver in videos. whats it like in real life?
Gretsch or Sterling ?
Really great frist jam..I wanted it to keep going..polyphia esque
How was the guitar setup when you first got it? sharp fret edges? action?
Mine was great straight outta the sealed box. I did lower the action a bit and its so smooth now with no buzz. The frets are very good everywhere and the asymmetrical neck carve is outstanding! Not dign the pups and have everything to mod this baby into a 9 tone beast! SD pups and Dimarzio controls are in order.
CAN YOU PLEASE DO A BEST YEARS GUITAR TUTORIAL BY 5S0S?!
Can you please make a tutorial of Eternal Flame by the Bangles. Thanks!
I'm planning to buy an ibanez grx40 as my first electric guitar I don't know. I really like a guitar with a maple fretboard but i don't think i can find one for 200 Dollars or 12,000 pesos where i live
How many instruments do you play?😅
Where can I buy this guitar, I looked everywhere for the 2021 version and cant find one not even in their website
beauuuutiful guitar
Please do some peaceful music tutorial
Please do a tutorial on willow by taylor swift
Does it have the "Strat sound"?😀
It can quack with the best of them between the neck and middle pickups, yes, but don't hold that against it. :D
Hi bro I have a question dean acoustic are good?
Watching from philippines
I always dream to have electric guitar just to use it from church
You should do a tutorial on hallucinogenics by Matt Maeson!
Hi, single coils are noisy?
Davie you look like Chai Hansen the Australian actor
hey, I was wondering if you could record a tutorial for public - make you mine I love this song and I love your tutorials so I would be very happy if you would record a tutorial for me :) btw greetings from Poland :)
Hey, could you make a tutorial on how to play “seasons of love” from the movie RENT? There are no good tutorials on RUclips and I’d really appreciate it!!
Could you please do bold as love John Mayer version
The weird thing about this guitar is that it is 1000% silver (as in the video), but every picture of it online makes it appear as though it is light blue.
It's hard to capture what it truly looks like without seeing it in person but I would say it's a mixture of silver and light blue.
Are there any tabs of intro which you are playing?;)
Broo, can u atleast do the "Leader of the band"?
Can you teach us how to play “Just The Two Of Us” 🥺🙏? Please
Which after market trem would fit on this guitar.....???
What pedal?
Great film! Pls can you make a tutorial how to play God gave Rock' N' Roll to you by KIss ?
Damn, I'm in Canada, can you ship me one Dave?? lol
I think these are great but too expensive in Australia vs USD. Shame because I would have bought one.
I love your channel you have taught me so much but can you maybe do Lift you up by Sean Koch❤ Only if you have time but it's a beautiful song
What is the output of the pickups
How is the dropoff in volume when switching from the bridge to the single coils?
Not a lot. The pickups output are probably in the low end of vintage output range.
I own this guitar, thanks partially to this review and the pickups and switch can definitely use an upgrade but it serves me fine for now.
I love the feel of the neck of this guitar.
There is an all black Hss one that costs 200 dollars less do you know why it would be so much cheaper
I think that may be the CT30 you’re looking at, different materials and hardware I believe
How is this comapred to classic vibe squiers? Hihi
hi, can you teach "i dont want to wait" by paula cole please
what genres are this guitar good for?
It can do it all pretty much! What style were you looking to play?
@@GuitarZero2Hero Progressive rkck
@@wlliamson53 I'd say head to your shop and test it out :) that's the best way for you to see if it's right for you
Sterling please make a roasted maple neck stingray guitar ;(
Neck thickness...somewhere in between....kind of important to some guitarists and often neglected in specs and reviews, I'd like to know the specific thickness at the 1st and 12th frets on a guitar I'd have to order. Nut material, another missing spec so probably plastic? Exposed spoke wheel truss rod a complaint? Are you kidding me? Very convenient for tweaking in humidity/temperature changes, I prefer this setup. Worst are ones you have to take the neck off to adjust, hit and miss with no string tension and totally impractical for on the fly tweaks. Here's what I'd pick on: poplar is cheap hit and miss tone wood, 1 volume and 1 tone I'd rather see the extra tone control, nut material-plastic(?) with trem is not desirable, pickup magnets should be(?) alnico, prefer the humbucker with a toggle or push/pull ...I wouldn't place the value on this guitar much more than 300 bucks for an Asian made guitar. Best features are the roasted maple neck, neck finish appears not to be gloss, locking tuners if the tuners perform well and spoke wheel truss adjustment . Pickups and nut are easily upgraded but the poplar body, control layout kills it for me and also the mystery neck thickness. There's better options out there in that price range and yeah there's limitations in that price range but still...pass.
How much is it? The site doesn't say.😔
Generally $499USD
Can u do headspace by lewis capaldi one day
Can you please play Collide by Howie Day?
A great song that I'd love to learn on guitar is jealous by labrinth🥺
Can you do emoji of a wave by John Mayer?
Hi bro plz make a video on new kid in town by the eagles