I just pulled the trigger on one of these and can't wait for it to get here. I saw your video on Amazon reviews and hoped I could find a longer version of it. Thanks for taking the time to post. I will now sit here and try and be patient until Wednesday, my expected delivery date.
Thank you, much appreciated. Funny story, Amazon would not post video in its entirety for some odd reason? They claimed it was "offensive" and broke the rules??? Go figure?! 🤣🤣🤣. Regardless, these are really good guitars for the money and with a little TLC they can become a main player in your collection. Make no mistake, they're not a PRS or even a Gibson, but at that price point it's a winner. A basic set up (see my Fritz Ruler video), some decent strings and you're in business. rock on, man and happy travels...
I had to pull the trigger on this from amazon!Amazon!! I noticed I missed so many opportunities to have a guitar with a decent skeleton I can upgrade... anyway, my purchase was a "less than stunning finish.... runs, overspray, and suchlike... that being said, somewhat redeemable.... IT WAS $180.!! If you want perfect spend $4k for a prs.... cts pots, Wilkinson locking tuners, strap locks, proper setup (yes, dealing withthe frets!)... this thing is a real keeper!
Excellent commentary, Amigo! I think people lose sight of the point that this is a cheap guitar that exceeds all expectations. I have heard of some finish flaws and the person/s sent it back and got another one without any issues. I got another one in green, it has 3 little over spray dots on the finish... but what the heck, right. No biggie. Also, It's Amazon so right there, it's a hit. No return hassle. Rock on, my man!
Got mine back in April...I buy these with the express intent on modifying them. Bing a "PRS," I decided to install a PRS brand nut, and PRS locking tuners (those things are awesome) I also found a pair of Fishman Fluence Modern pickups in the Amazon Warehouse for an insane deal (more than $100 off retail) Added 3 mini switches between the knobs, to control the Fishmans, switched out the 3-way to an all black, and put on black knobs. It's my second favorite guitar, right now, slightly behind my Sire Vintage S7 (also with Fishman active pickups)
Yes, you could do that, the price is such that it isn't huge loss like if one were to "mod" a LP or a quality Strat. I'm a stock guy, always have been. I get frustrated if and when I have to put too much effort into things. I will say though, that tweaking the neck and action myself on these is worry free. They're cheap guitars, in price, but still very nice right out of the sketchy IYV/Amazon box... Whereas on my vintage axes, I ALWAYS bring to a top luthier (they're getting rarer and rarer these days).
Glad the review helped. Please check out my other topics on my channel. For a cheap guitar it is very good, but keep in mind it is not a PRS. with a set up and some tweaking though, it'll be a good gigging axe. Rock on!
Nice review 👌. I have one myself. I rewired it to have separate coil split for volume and tone. I also added resistors to the coil split. PRS wiring. Pretty simple and not expensive. I kepted the humbuckers. Can't beat it. Looks 👍.
“Better off not knowing” Truer words have never been spoken. Mine came with the faint air of sweaty kids wafting from the sacrificial “box”. Btw, how were the details? Mine had lots of overspray and a few other cosmetic issues, plus 80 grit frets.
Yes indeed... As per "details", it was very clean for an axe under 2 bills. I was really taken aback by the wood binding, such a nice touch to an overall really nice guitar. It is a long scale guitar so it's going to be a little stiff versus a short scale LP style. That being said, I really like it for what it is...
@@MichaelJacques Sounds about par for the course for IYV. If you like this one, then you'll want to try the IP-300 (amzn.to/3FMtECj)... similar, but with a Wilkinson trem. And the... IPF-300 semi hollow (amzn.to/3M78uRP). I sent the semi-hollow back for a wide range of cosmetic issues. Regretted sending it back ever since.
They are typical humbuckers, with a tendency to be muddy Could be the audio on your system? I was using a Fender 25R practice amp (not my live rig Deluxe 40w or my JMP 100w), and I tend to push the mids on all my rigs. Basically: Treb 4/5, Mid 8/10, Bass 5, Pres 3/5 or off (depending on the guitar I'm using). Yes, The "mid" P/U setting did create a cool thumpy mid vibe, as per the video.
I just kind of got taken on a deal cause I hadn't heard of IYV, I thought it was worth a lot more. Lol but it's legit so nice I'm not even mad about it. I don't even have any quams with stock electronics
Joe, thank you my man! This one is literally my favorite guitar. Dropped her off at my tech for some tweaking and I'm super jazzed to put it thru the paces with the band.
Sure does! I always use GHS Boomer 010. and a truss adjust is mandatory on all guitars. I really like this guitar. Yes it has a few very small faults but it is overall, a steal for the money!
You can follow me if you dig my channel. I do this for enjoyment and am not really pursuing subs. If it happens, great. If not, that's fine too. Thanks for watching, cheers!
Nice review. Mine came in good. 1 minor scuff on the back edge of the body, no big deal. The binding is pretty cool, not sure if thats real wood or just a wood like effect? The masking of it is good but not perfect. I think it might have a bone nut, it has a chalky feel to it, seems to be cut good. A few frets need to be polished, slightly rough, strings need replacing anyways. NICE fret ends! Typical dry fretboard. To me its a PRS neck shape, could be wrong, but compared to a firefly lp neck its slightly smaller in girth. Tone knob really bleeds the volume down, weird. Volume pot works great. I guessed the guitar weighed 8lbs, put it on a scale and it was bang on 8. Overall Im impressed for $169! Definitely a better build them my Firefly LP. As for your video its great to find a reviewer with personality ;) Just add bit more info for the viewers such as weight, neck shape, fret size ect.
Awesome! I think the binding is taped off. Meaning that it is/was masked and then the finish was applied, after that, they removed the masking and viola', we get the natural wood binding. A very nice touch all in all. Yes, the factory strings are the worsts, as on all new guitars. I subbed mine out with GHS boomer 0.10s and tweaked the truss... away we go to shred-landia!
Absolutely. I'm waiting for the Blue LP to drop. I've used the Green LP at some shows, held up pretty good. There were some tuning issues but for what it cost... I'm not complaining. Rock on!
At last, another player who knows he's got four fingers. I favour the transparent Dunlop Gell picks over the red Jazz III as they don't have that plosive when plucking. 🙌
Thank you, man. Much appreciated. I like the Red Jazz III but they do wear out super fast. Tried the Black Jazz III, Stiffo, Tortex, and the Ultex as well. Each has it's own tone. Try this... drop the picks on a hard surface and hear the tonal differences. True. You can actually hear the variants. Don't know if it makes a difference at high gain, but it's an interesting experiment.
@@MichaelJacques I like the transparent Dunlop Stubbies because they glide over the strings for economy picking better than the rest. The red ones without the grip pattern are also better then the ones with the grip because of their pointier shape.
@@LuvHrtZ Interestingly, the grip pattern can "catch" the string, per one's style of picking, and can be a drag. That being said, I like the Red Jazz III (with the grip) during live gigs so I don't drop as much. Picks are truly an art form in themselves. Interesting topic. Maybe one I'll explore soon...
@@MichaelJacques The versions with the grip aren't as pointy as those without. But the plastic isn't as smooth as the Stubbies. Give me a couple days and I'll upload something to try and give you an idea of what I really mean. 🖖
Thank you, I'm glad my review could help you drop the hammer on the guitar. You can't beat them for the money. As per my tunings, it's always just Standard A-440. Though on rare occasion, I'll use a open E tune but that's just for kicks. I like the Coricidin glass slide best. It "grabs" the strings just enough (versus brass for example) to create some resistance and the tone is always spot on. Rock on!
@@MichaelJacques Hello again, and thanks for responding. I have been playing for sixty years. Since retiring, I wanted to work on guitars, but not my expensive ones. So I bought a lot of luthier tools and several inexpensive guitars to develop my skills. To my surprise most are excellent needing little, If any, modifications. i.e. My Harley Benton Mosrite clone is better than my original Mosrite (sorry Semie). When I began playing afordable guitars were Harmony, Kent and Tesco, etc. Talk about junk! lol Seriously, today's guitars are so much better. Life is good! ;-)) Shalom/gw
@JerryWhite-ee5hy for a cheap guitar they were smooth, but could be higher. I prefer jumbo frets. It's an under $200 dollar guitar, good for gigs where an expensive axe isn't practical. The volume pot did go bad rather quickly though. Cheap parts, cheap guitar but still worthy.
Blame ups for the box. That rip in the box was ups throwinnit like a 🏈 across the shipping hub. I tracked mine for 2 months and my local usps office had it there leaning against the wall for a month.... Blame ups or usps..,.. idiots.
I just pulled the trigger on one of these and can't wait for it to get here. I saw your video on Amazon reviews and hoped I could find a longer version of it. Thanks for taking the time to post. I will now sit here and try and be patient until Wednesday, my expected delivery date.
Thank you, much appreciated. Funny story, Amazon would not post video in its entirety for some odd reason? They claimed it was "offensive" and broke the rules??? Go figure?! 🤣🤣🤣.
Regardless, these are really good guitars for the money and with a little TLC they can become a main player in your collection. Make no mistake, they're not a PRS or even a Gibson, but at that price point it's a winner. A basic set up (see my Fritz Ruler video), some decent strings and you're in business. rock on, man and happy travels...
I had to pull the trigger on this from amazon!Amazon!! I noticed I missed so many opportunities to have a guitar with a decent skeleton I can upgrade... anyway, my purchase was a "less than stunning finish.... runs, overspray, and suchlike... that being said, somewhat redeemable.... IT WAS $180.!! If you want perfect spend $4k for a prs.... cts pots, Wilkinson locking tuners, strap locks, proper setup (yes, dealing withthe frets!)... this thing is a real keeper!
Excellent commentary, Amigo! I think people lose sight of the point that this is a cheap guitar that exceeds all expectations. I have heard of some finish flaws and the person/s sent it back and got another one without any issues. I got another one in green, it has 3 little over spray dots on the finish... but what the heck, right. No biggie.
Also, It's Amazon so right there, it's a hit. No return hassle. Rock on, my man!
Got mine back in April...I buy these with the express intent on modifying them. Bing a "PRS," I decided to install a PRS brand nut, and PRS locking tuners (those things are awesome) I also found a pair of Fishman Fluence Modern pickups in the Amazon Warehouse for an insane deal (more than $100 off retail) Added 3 mini switches between the knobs, to control the Fishmans, switched out the 3-way to an all black, and put on black knobs. It's my second favorite guitar, right now, slightly behind my Sire Vintage S7 (also with Fishman active pickups)
Yes, you could do that, the price is such that it isn't huge loss like if one were to "mod" a LP or a quality Strat. I'm a stock guy, always have been. I get frustrated if and when I have to put too much effort into things. I will say though, that tweaking the neck and action myself on these is worry free. They're cheap guitars, in price, but still very nice right out of the sketchy IYV/Amazon box... Whereas on my vintage axes, I ALWAYS bring to a top luthier (they're getting rarer and rarer these days).
I’m gonna have to buy one now
Glad the review helped. Please check out my other topics on my channel.
For a cheap guitar it is very good, but keep in mind it is not a PRS. with a set up and some tweaking though, it'll be a good gigging axe.
Rock on!
Nice review 👌. I have one myself. I rewired it to have separate coil split for volume and tone. I also added resistors to the coil split. PRS wiring. Pretty simple and not expensive. I kepted the humbuckers. Can't beat it. Looks 👍.
Nice modification for sure.
“Better off not knowing”
Truer words have never been spoken.
Mine came with the faint air of sweaty kids wafting from the sacrificial “box”.
Btw, how were the details? Mine had lots of overspray and a few other cosmetic issues, plus 80 grit frets.
Yes indeed... As per "details", it was very clean for an axe under 2 bills. I was really taken aback by the wood binding, such a nice touch to an overall really nice guitar. It is a long scale guitar so it's going to be a little stiff versus a short scale LP style. That being said, I really like it for what it is...
@@MichaelJacques Sounds about par for the course for IYV. If you like this one, then you'll want to try the IP-300 (amzn.to/3FMtECj)... similar, but with a Wilkinson trem. And the... IPF-300 semi hollow (amzn.to/3M78uRP). I sent the semi-hollow back for a wide range of cosmetic issues. Regretted sending it back ever since.
@@MichaelJacques 25 inch scale, correct? Somewhere in between the big G and the big F, like PRS does it...
Those pickups are REALLY bright sounding, almost Telecaster-like!
They are typical humbuckers, with a tendency to be muddy Could be the audio on your system? I was using a Fender 25R practice amp (not my live rig Deluxe 40w or my JMP 100w), and I tend to push the mids on all my rigs. Basically: Treb 4/5, Mid 8/10, Bass 5, Pres 3/5 or off (depending on the guitar I'm using).
Yes, The "mid" P/U setting did create a cool thumpy mid vibe, as per the video.
I love this video !
Thank you Krystal. It matches my suit... and plays really nice. Love your videos. Vocals are amazing, and that is a really sweet Tele!
They are $175.00 free shipping with Prime today.
Awesome news. Stay tuned, I dropped the hammer on another gem.
I just kind of got taken on a deal cause I hadn't heard of IYV, I thought it was worth a lot more. Lol but it's legit so nice I'm not even mad about it. I don't even have any quams with stock electronics
LOL! He's back. 🍻 love it bro. gonna get me one or two. 🤔
Joe, thank you my man! This one is literally my favorite guitar. Dropped her off at my tech for some tweaking and I'm super jazzed to put it thru the paces with the band.
OK, update: Tweaked, being a long scale, it drifts a bit (action). The IYV LP still plays best out of the 2.
@@MichaelJacques- “Longer Scale” = 25.5”? Or PRS 25”?
Fretboard radius?
Nut width?
Neck profile?
Guitar weight?
Thanks
Yeah ! Nice ! 169.00 got it for ! Very very nice Guitar! Swap strings give a tweak and GIG ! Its has alot of character !!!
Sure does! I always use GHS Boomer 010. and a truss adjust is mandatory on all guitars. I really like this guitar. Yes it has a few very small faults but it is overall, a steal for the money!
Man! That thing is beautiful! Love the binding and the color. Thanks!!
I was immediately struck by the color as well, and the wood binding ( or wood grain) was the icing on the cake. And for under 200 bucks, it's a steal.
how do you not have more subs, bro?
You can follow me if you dig my channel. I do this for enjoyment and am not really pursuing subs. If it happens, great. If not, that's fine too. Thanks for watching, cheers!
Nice review. Mine came in good. 1 minor scuff on the back edge of the body, no big deal. The binding is pretty cool, not sure if thats real wood or just a wood like effect? The masking of it is good but not perfect. I think it might have a bone nut, it has a chalky feel to it, seems to be cut good. A few frets need to be polished, slightly rough, strings need replacing anyways. NICE fret ends! Typical dry fretboard. To me its a PRS neck shape, could be wrong, but compared to a firefly lp neck its slightly smaller in girth. Tone knob really bleeds the volume down, weird. Volume pot works great. I guessed the guitar weighed 8lbs, put it on a scale and it was bang on 8. Overall Im impressed for $169! Definitely a better build them my Firefly LP.
As for your video its great to find a reviewer with personality ;) Just add bit more info for the viewers such as weight, neck shape, fret size ect.
Awesome! I think the binding is taped off. Meaning that it is/was masked and then the finish was applied, after that, they removed the masking and viola', we get the natural wood binding. A very nice touch all in all. Yes, the factory strings are the worsts, as on all new guitars. I subbed mine out with GHS boomer 0.10s and tweaked the truss... away we go to shred-landia!
I've got the IYV les Paul style and I love it. Had it gone through put some boomers on it and very nice. Imo
Absolutely. I'm waiting for the Blue LP to drop. I've used the Green LP at some shows, held up pretty good. There were some tuning issues but for what it cost... I'm not complaining. Rock on!
Looks lovely for the price.👍
Absolutely the truth, right there. Some commenters expect a Gibson or Fender in the 5000 dollar range for under 175. It's laughable.
@@MichaelJacques I’m looking for one atm.Thanks👍
At last, another player who knows he's got four fingers. I favour the transparent Dunlop Gell picks over the red Jazz III as they don't have that plosive when plucking. 🙌
Thank you, man. Much appreciated. I like the Red Jazz III but they do wear out super fast. Tried the Black Jazz III, Stiffo, Tortex, and the Ultex as well. Each has it's own tone. Try this... drop the picks on a hard surface and hear the tonal differences. True. You can actually hear the variants. Don't know if it makes a difference at high gain, but it's an interesting experiment.
@@MichaelJacques I like the transparent Dunlop Stubbies because they glide over the strings for economy picking better than the rest. The red ones without the grip pattern are also better then the ones with the grip because of their pointier shape.
@@LuvHrtZ Interestingly, the grip pattern can "catch" the string, per one's style of picking, and can be a drag. That being said, I like the Red Jazz III (with the grip) during live gigs so I don't drop as much. Picks are truly an art form in themselves. Interesting topic. Maybe one I'll explore soon...
@@MichaelJacques The versions with the grip aren't as pointy as those without. But the plastic isn't as smooth as the Stubbies. Give me a couple days and I'll upload something to try and give you an idea of what I really mean. 🖖
Thanks! Question: What tuning do you use when you play slide? BTW I bought that guitar. I really like it. Shalom/gw
Thank you, I'm glad my review could help you drop the hammer on the guitar. You can't beat them for the money. As per my tunings, it's always just Standard A-440. Though on rare occasion, I'll use a open E tune but that's just for kicks. I like the Coricidin glass slide best. It "grabs" the strings just enough (versus brass for example) to create some resistance and the tone is always spot on. Rock on!
@@MichaelJacques Hello again, and thanks for responding. I have been playing for sixty years. Since retiring, I wanted to work on guitars, but not my expensive ones. So I bought a lot of luthier tools and several inexpensive guitars to develop my skills. To my surprise most are excellent needing little, If any, modifications. i.e. My Harley Benton Mosrite clone is better than my original Mosrite (sorry Semie). When I began playing afordable guitars were Harmony, Kent and Tesco, etc. Talk about junk! lol Seriously, today's guitars are so much better. Life is good! ;-)) Shalom/gw
If Dennis Hopper was a guitar player you would be the man👍🤙
Best comment posted to date... Thank you. As a matter of fact I've a Easy Rider print hanging proudly in my casa!
Do the staggered string-through holes actually do any good?
In theory, it gives more sustain. For a guitar under $200 dollars it's really well made. Note: it's not a PRS, but is a cool axe for gigs.
So hows the fret ends?
I'm not sure what you mean? Are you asking me if the frets are rounded, peaked, raised? Clarify and I'll do my best to answer your question. cheers!
@@MichaelJacques I was asking if the fret end were rough or were they ok?
@JerryWhite-ee5hy for a cheap guitar they were smooth, but could be higher. I prefer jumbo frets. It's an under $200 dollar guitar, good for gigs where an expensive axe isn't practical. The volume pot did go bad rather quickly though. Cheap parts, cheap guitar but still worthy.
Cant buy them in the U.K.
You don't have Amazon in the UK? Well, that is a drag for sure. Sorry to hear that. Maybe you can order from the IYV webpage?
needs pickups badly, and prolly pots, and prolly wiring and prolly strings, stainless frets?
Blame ups for the box. That rip in the box was ups throwinnit like a 🏈 across the shipping hub. I tracked mine for 2 months and my local usps office had it there leaning against the wall for a month.... Blame ups or usps..,.. idiots.
Yeah.....,I bit the same hook....
Many, many flaws...
Returned one day later.
Way better off wih Harley Benton for the money.
Many flaws
Yes, buying online is risky business, but that's part of the thrill... and thanks to Amazon, it's an easy return. Hope your next purchase is rockin'!
@@MichaelJacques so the frets were not sharp, low action and no buzzing? You seemed to have no problem playing, harmonics etc...