It's so great when you point out things like the clown face, one paint job that looked like a bowling ball, a watermelon, etc... I just had an idea, to make a "What Trogly sees in guitars" compilation video! That would take a year...going through all your videos to pick out those little tidbits, but it would be worth it!!
I remember when the Snakebyte came out and i just didn't like the design mod but after playing one in GC, it's pretty awesome. Balance and playability is like the guitar out of the way
I’ve never tried to listen to more than one song off of it, AWMH I have listened to the album version, but the live acoustic version is so much better than album
I have this one and the ESP white snakebyte, both of which I managed to get before the sky rocketing prices. Absolutely love both of them! As much as I would love to see a Gibson signature guitar, I'm afraid they may jump on the fact that everybody wants it and charge way too much because they know they can. Because as much as I love Kirk, everyone has been champing to the bit for a James Hetfield Gibson signature for years.
Yeah, there's a huge difference on some things on ESP vs LTD, the top carve on an Eclipse (Single cut) is much deeper and more pronounced on an ESP and pictures clearly show the contours on the ESP Snakebyte being much more pronounced as well. Macassar Ebony is a very streaky wood.
When I was a teenager, I was playing in a heavy metal band (heavy metal sounds more wholesome to me) in a relatively small city; so when we played shows alot of the same bands would play. There was this dude in one of the bands that was 100% convinced that the only ESP guitars that exist are signature guitars... Dude drove me nuts. Tried to explain some things to him, wouldn't listen.
It's funny. Most active pickups you need a light touch to not get that string punch. Also, add in the baritone, and this is NOT in Trogs wheelhouse play wise, lol.
@APPEALtoFEAR Softer pick attack. Light flick of the wrist as opposed to the deliberate, hard punch that Trogly uses when playing higher gain tunes. Tends to stiffen up and lock the wrist, why his tremolo picking while palm muting is slow and off tempo 99% of the time. Like the gallop. It is almost like you want to vibrate, so the 2nd and 3rd plucks are coincidental to the 1st one. Hope this helps to explain. I'm not good at breaking things down if someone doesn't get what I say (which is my fault).
@@leviathan_is_me Thanks for explaining. There are so many little things that can affect someone's playing style. I used to be able to pick really fast, but I fractured my arm right below my shoulder a couple years ago, haven't been able to play nearly as fast ever since.
This is my prized possesion, got 1 ON SALE right after they released. Theres no finish issues or any damage so I have no clue how I got so lucky but I've gotten my moneys worth!
James first had a SG with a baritone scale length, it was black with green flames and limited run. These snakebyte guitars are lawsuit explorers, they were initially the style as Gibsons but had to change the shape a bit. I have his book about his guitars thats how i know 😊
I love that his Grynch signature model came badged as an LTD - because that's what the original was - even though it was a full blown ESP model. Could you imagine Gibson doing that if someone got famous playing an Epiphone?
Undyed ebony needs to be a thing across more brands. It’s gorgous! I tried the PRS 277, but didn’t like it; however, Fender sells baritone conversion necks, so there’s your “baritone everything!”
This is my first guitar I've had for 2 years now. I didn't know it had a larger scale length till now. I wonder how it will be to play on a smaller guitar
As far as punchy sounds go the only guy that comes to mind back in the 70s goes is Gary Richrath. I dont know what hi set up and tuning was but he sure could pull out some chunky tones as well as blistering highs when doing a lead run.
LTD are beautiful and great playing guitars that out perform many US made Fender and Gibsons of the same price range. I have a 2001 LTD KH-502 and other than the cheap fake floyd rose that came with it and the frets wearing out easily, it was a nice guitar for the $700 I paid for it back then. I put real EMG 81/89's on it vs the HZ models it came with, and upgraded to a real Floyd Rose because that fake one would not stay in tune and had dents in string clamps on the bridge. Also put stainless frets on it about 15 years ago and it's great now. One of my favorite guitars to play and smoother than my PRS SE though the PRS is much prettier.
First time I see a Guitar completely changing trogly's playstyle! although, even being a metal guy, I personally am not a fan of active humbuckers, these sound way too dark for me, even dull in a way... I'm used to the brightness of my Tele!
I get that Gibson are funny about other brands using their body styles but it just doesn’t look right to me, here’s hoping they get James on board to do signature models at Gibson and Epiphone
It took me like 2 years just to pay off my Flying V. You'll see more guitars in a week than I will in my entire life , and I have like 19 of them. It's insane... the amount of stuff you go through 🤯
Damn that’s so sick, I love Metallica and they are one of my biggest inspirations for playing guitar. Hey Trogly I’ve been a huge fan for years, I’m a poor, broke guitarist who has no gear but an old crappy acoustic guitar. Is there any chance you could help a guitar player and fan out by donating a cheap electric guitar or know anyone who might be willing to donate an electric guitar to a struggling musician? I just want to play and create music again which was my only love in this world. I’m a good person and not someone trying to take advantage or anything shady. I gave you my honesty and transparency even though it embarrasses me. After losing my job during the pandemic I had a sort of mental health breakdown and because I couldn’t work I had to sell all my gear to survive with rent, bills and food. I pray to God each day for help and hope for one day to be blessed by the almighty, however it may happen. Take care sir, I apologize for the long message and embarrassing words that others are going to read. God bless everyone.
I really do think Gibson will SOMEDAY roll out some kind of James Hetfield guitar, either a Les Paul or Explorer… just feels like leaving money on the table. Especially after all the work they did with Kirk.
@@arnieimm yeah! That would have been a great one to go with Kirks V. I’m surprised they didn’t do anything when they did the 80s Explorer this past year. Feels like it would have been great timing
Those Korean made guitars are really well made instruments, if you're a beginner and can't afford a good guitar, you can consider buying a used one. I have an old Dean lawsuit V made in Korea and compared to affordable guitars of today's market it has nice specifications.
There's quite the sound difference between an ESP and LTD Hetfield guitar, all it seems to come down to is the electronics being soldered on the Korean and quick connect system on the ESP, ESP sounds better.
@@216trixie It's not just the connections, pots and probably caps as well. They do sound different, can't be anything but the electronics as that's what is most different between the ESP and LTD
The thing with Gibson is slash has too many Signiture guitars I still do love slash but give others a chance. I mean Adam jokes has one, Angus Young has 3 and James hetfield none give hetfield a Signiture Gibson
I haven’t finished the video but if you don’t take the opportunity to play the thing that should not be, mister Austin…… no more Metallica for you! Lol
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0:51 Come on Mr T, that's not a swoop, it's a "whoop di woo"
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Felicidades Emanuel, the new guitar is beautiful.
It's so great when you point out things like the clown face, one paint job that looked like a bowling ball, a watermelon, etc... I just had an idea, to make a "What Trogly sees in guitars" compilation video! That would take a year...going through all your videos to pick out those little tidbits, but it would be worth it!!
I remember when the Snakebyte came out and i just didn't like the design mod but after playing one in GC, it's pretty awesome. Balance and playability is like the guitar out of the way
Another great Snakebyte review! So cool! It would be awesome to see more ESP stuff here 🙂
C# is actually what James hetfield has his baritones tuned to (used for things on st anger, the thing that should not be, and dream no more)
Yes, St. Anger is definitely a thing that should not be.
@@hoilst265 real
I’ve never tried to listen to more than one song off of it, AWMH I have listened to the album version, but the live acoustic version is so much better than album
love metallica and trogly
I have this one and the ESP white snakebyte, both of which I managed to get before the sky rocketing prices. Absolutely love both of them! As much as I would love to see a Gibson signature guitar, I'm afraid they may jump on the fact that everybody wants it and charge way too much because they know they can. Because as much as I love Kirk, everyone has been champing to the bit for a James Hetfield Gibson signature for years.
Yeah, there's a huge difference on some things on ESP vs LTD, the top carve on an Eclipse (Single cut) is much deeper and more pronounced on an ESP and pictures clearly show the contours on the ESP Snakebyte being much more pronounced as well.
Macassar Ebony is a very streaky wood.
When I was a teenager, I was playing in a heavy metal band (heavy metal sounds more wholesome to me) in a relatively small city; so when we played shows alot of the same bands would play.
There was this dude in one of the bands that was 100% convinced that the only ESP guitars that exist are signature guitars...
Dude drove me nuts. Tried to explain some things to him, wouldn't listen.
It's funny. Most active pickups you need a light touch to not get that string punch. Also, add in the baritone, and this is NOT in Trogs wheelhouse play wise, lol.
What do you mean by "light touch" exactly??
@APPEALtoFEAR
Softer pick attack. Light flick of the wrist as opposed to the deliberate, hard punch that Trogly uses when playing higher gain tunes. Tends to stiffen up and lock the wrist, why his tremolo picking while palm muting is slow and off tempo 99% of the time. Like the gallop. It is almost like you want to vibrate, so the 2nd and 3rd plucks are coincidental to the 1st one. Hope this helps to explain. I'm not good at breaking things down if someone doesn't get what I say (which is my fault).
@@leviathan_is_me Thanks for explaining.
There are so many little things that can affect someone's playing style. I used to be able to pick really fast, but I fractured my arm right below my shoulder a couple years ago, haven't been able to play nearly as fast ever since.
@APPEALtoFEAR I'm sure you found alternate techniques to use. We are a "find a way" bunch, lol.
I updated my Epiphone with tone pro stuff...very very cool and worth it IMO
That thing is beautiful. The perfect purple colour too Mr Trogly.
Cheers from NZ 😎🎸🤘
Maybe it's my hearing today or how you uploaded this, but this thing sounds FANTASTIC, lucky owner.
That is a nice instrument you got there. That sticks out in a crowd.
More ESP models please! Especially Edwards and Navigator!
This is my prized possesion, got 1 ON SALE right after they released. Theres no finish issues or any damage so I have no clue how I got so lucky but I've gotten my moneys worth!
James first had a SG with a baritone scale length, it was black with green flames and limited run. These snakebyte guitars are lawsuit explorers, they were initially the style as Gibsons but had to change the shape a bit. I have his book about his guitars thats how i know 😊
That's cool
I love that his Grynch signature model came badged as an LTD - because that's what the original was - even though it was a full blown ESP model.
Could you imagine Gibson doing that if someone got famous playing an Epiphone?
That color is amazing!!
Oh yeah matches the Tshirt, it's a keeper
We want more ESPs🤘🏻🍻
Undyed ebony needs to be a thing across more brands. It’s gorgous!
I tried the PRS 277, but didn’t like it; however, Fender sells baritone conversion necks, so there’s your “baritone everything!”
Oh I’d kill for one of these
This is my first guitar I've had for 2 years now. I didn't know it had a larger scale length till now. I wonder how it will be to play on a smaller guitar
Should do a review on Jericho Explorer
I like how it could be snowing outside and Trogly will always be in basketball shorts
This is one I had a chance to get when they were new and I regret passing on.
The set screws fell out of the Tonepros bridge on my Slash... good luck ever finding those if you need to.
Very nice! Did you know 7 or 8 esp custom shop versions were made of this one? I’m the lucky owner of one of them
I love the esp vids man!
Number 295 sold on reverb yesterday
hope your buddy likes his guitar. its nice looking. ill pass a extra long baritone guitars
I HAVE BEEN WAITING FOR TROGLY TO MAKE A VIDEO ON ONE OF THESE OMG ITS HAPPENING OMGGGGGGG
He did an actual ESP white snakbyte not that long ago.
That’s my dream guitar 🥺
As far as punchy sounds go the only guy that comes to mind back in the 70s goes is Gary Richrath. I dont know what hi set up and tuning was but he sure could pull out some chunky tones as well as blistering highs when doing a lead run.
Chapman guitars has a baritone. Check out some of Rabea Masaads clean baritones
Hey Trogly, I was wondering if you could post which amps you use for your playing demos? It'd be nice to know for reference :)
Sweet Snakebite LTD Baritone! Trogly missed the dog face between the EMG pickups!
Yeah! Looks like blues clue dog to me
LTD are beautiful and great playing guitars that out perform many US made Fender and Gibsons of the same price range. I have a 2001 LTD KH-502 and other than the cheap fake floyd rose that came with it and the frets wearing out easily, it was a nice guitar for the $700 I paid for it back then. I put real EMG 81/89's on it vs the HZ models it came with, and upgraded to a real Floyd Rose because that fake one would not stay in tune and had dents in string clamps on the bridge. Also put stainless frets on it about 15 years ago and it's great now. One of my favorite guitars to play and smoother than my PRS SE though the PRS is much prettier.
For E Standard I'd need 7 Gauge Strings
Nah, have the high 5 strings as normal then have a Low A
One hell of a guitar there!
Korea, is making the best guitar's right now, thatlooks good on you Trogly.
There are some players that still LOVE the ESP brand. Bruce Kulick, formerly of Kiss, comes to mind.
I always think of the white gibson explorer. Looks like a nice guitar
I have a case like that for amec1000 and they aren't the nicest imo
This shape has been growing on me lately
Love the sound
First time I see a Guitar completely changing trogly's playstyle!
although, even being a metal guy, I personally am not a fan of active humbuckers, these sound way too dark for me, even dull in a way...
I'm used to the brightness of my Tele!
Damn I need me one of those!
I think it's just the purple baratone that is extra blocky. The normal LTDs are the same shape as the ESPs.
I use 9s in general but I have used 8s after watching an interview with Billy Gibbons and he said he uses 8s.
Getting major Sunn o))) vibes here
You should take a ruler to show the contour on the top of the guitar...🎸🎸🎸
UHU POR styrofoam adhesive will fix the loose case insert 👍🏼
That is the sexiest modern guitar I have ever seen.
Surely the sticker on the battery compartment should read, "Battery is found in me!"
(If you have to ask why, then this isn't the guitar for you)
"There is a fine line between clever and stupid"
I UNDERSTOOD THAT REFERENCE
One hell of a guitar you got there!
How has ESP not got into trouble with this design as it’s pretty much a like-for-like of a Schecter E-1 Apocalypse
Tone pros should be locked after intonation because if the slight olay when the screw is lose
2:33 I just picked one up for $2499
Still no Heritage Guitar review....why the hate?
The gap in the case is to discreetly transport your medicinal smoking herbs 😂
I liked it,,but very sassy... it's cool...
I get that Gibson are funny about other brands using their body styles but it just doesn’t look right to me, here’s hoping they get James on board to do signature models at Gibson and Epiphone
I swear you put up metal axes to get the Kool kids to watch
Stevie Ray Vaughan played 13 gauge strings on the high E string!!!!!
Hey there
Random peace peace
Howdy
Hullo...
Okay I don't like Metallica but this thing is absolutely fucking fantastic
It took me like 2 years just to pay off my Flying V. You'll see more guitars in a week than I will in my entire life , and I have like 19 of them.
It's insane... the amount of stuff you go through 🤯
I don’t know why Gibson wouldn’t use a bridge and tail piece that locked in place.
They've used it stock on some models
@@Trog thanks for the reply! It was an honor to receive my new found information! Take care😉
I know it's a small thing, but it drives me nuts when you play "Call of Ktulu" using two notes at the beginning of each stanza. Eeuh!
Damn that’s so sick, I love Metallica and they are one of my biggest inspirations for playing guitar. Hey Trogly I’ve been a huge fan for years, I’m a poor, broke guitarist who has no gear but an old crappy acoustic guitar. Is there any chance you could help a guitar player and fan out by donating a cheap electric guitar or know anyone who might be willing to donate an electric guitar to a struggling musician? I just want to play and create music again which was my only love in this world. I’m a good person and not someone trying to take advantage or anything shady. I gave you my honesty and transparency even though it embarrasses me. After losing my job during the pandemic I had a sort of mental health breakdown and because I couldn’t work I had to sell all my gear to survive with rent, bills and food. I pray to God each day for help and hope for one day to be blessed by the almighty, however it may happen. Take care sir, I apologize for the long message and embarrassing words that others are going to read. God bless everyone.
How do everyone!!
Z is for late.
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Greetings Sarge, Happy Good Friday Sir
Yeah, I have a LTD bass that feels kind of blocky.
Metal doesn't need tone knobs dude.
I really do think Gibson will SOMEDAY roll out some kind of James Hetfield guitar, either a Les Paul or Explorer… just feels like leaving money on the table. Especially after all the work they did with Kirk.
Or even his white V
@@arnieimm yeah! That would have been a great one to go with Kirks V.
I’m surprised they didn’t do anything when they did the 80s Explorer this past year. Feels like it would have been great timing
Great...now the one I've been looking at will probably skyrocket in price - or be sold - by the time I can make the move on it. 😖😖😖😖😖😖😖😖
Those Korean made guitars are really well made instruments, if you're a beginner and can't afford a good guitar, you can consider buying a used one. I have an old Dean lawsuit V made in Korea and compared to affordable guitars of today's market it has nice specifications.
1 see a bird on the guitar
Rawk
There's quite the sound difference between an ESP and LTD Hetfield guitar, all it seems to come down to is the electronics being soldered on the Korean and quick connect system on the ESP, ESP sounds better.
The electrical connections are not gonna make any difference in the sound.
@@216trixie It's not just the connections, pots and probably caps as well. They do sound different, can't be anything but the electronics as that's what is most different between the ESP and LTD
The thing with Gibson is slash has too many Signiture guitars I still do love slash but give others a chance. I mean Adam jokes has one, Angus Young has 3 and James hetfield none give hetfield a Signiture Gibson
And Sully Erna
Alot of ppl don't know this.. but you can put your drugs in that ltd case gap....😂
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Lush!
Waffles🧇Waffles🧇Waffles
Greetings Biker Jon.
Bacon, Bacon, Bacon
Greetings Biker Jon
I haven’t finished the video but if you don’t take the opportunity to play the thing that should not be, mister Austin…… no more Metallica for you! Lol
ahaa....hmmm...no...not for me today cheers....
Yahoo
Get a high gain amp damn bro!
Didnt love the sound of this one.
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That's not a Les Paul.
See ya tomorrow
Pretty crazy that other guitars exist, right?
@@diabeticmonkey yep
ESP cases are notoriously shitty
Third
SECOND
I don't like that shape.
Man screw JH. Metallica ducks like Kmart
Metallican't
It’s not a clown face. It’s BOWSER
Better built for the price. anything gibson has done
I missed the LTD in the thumb or I never would have clicked.