i own this guitar and its pretty sweet. im just confused on why they decided to go for gibson style pickups. you would think with a modern headsless "prog" style guitar, they would try to emulate something hotter.
Mcnasty I love your videos and the both of your podcasts. You should make a guitar channel to show off your collection and all the wacky guitars you have.
really interested to see this review. I bought 2 of the original shape W2s and they make me smile every time I play them, not only because they feel great but because of the price
I'm hoping to see you do a video of the ESP LTD EC-256 in the near future. I'm a former longtime owner of a 71 Les Paul Custom that I thought I'd never part with but... times is hard! Looking for a home use substitute. The 256's coil split is a feature I really like. The other guitar that's in my sights is a Sire L7. Except for lack of a coil split feature, I like the L7 better, rolled neck, locking tuners, bone nut, reputation, etc. But it's also highly unobtainable! So I'm probably going to pull the trigger on a black/gold LTD EC-256. Love to hear your comments. Also, my LPC had a Nashville bridge with a TP-6 tailpiece my luthier recommended to me. Best guitar mod ever for a LP style guitar, in my book.
I give it extra points from the start for the rosewood fretboard! LOL I use the neck pup a lot, and through studio monitors that sounds way above what I expected! A 5 piece neck, that fret job and tuning system, and the fit/finish suggests more than it's $369 price!! I'm pretty hard on low price guitars, I'm impressed by that one! JMHO --gary
Very cool....good stuff Love the vintage ruler too LoL I know it's virtually impossible but would love to see a demo of a half dozen or ten to see the consistency of the models because I see varying comments Oh well I am sure I will never buy one But good that decent guitar's don't have to be expensive Great demo PM
The bridge sounds like it's coils are OoP. To make a trebley bridge p up less so, just face it like the neck p up. I've found that both p ups together sound better this way to me, w general agreement from my friends, tho that's just a matter of taste.
I’ve had that same bridge on a different guitar previously and my biggest issue is that I couldn’t put anything thicker than a set of 9.5s into those roller wheels, I play 10-52 and I couldn’t get those in. It’s a personal thing sure but it’s definitely something that should be considered
Man Phil, you are a badass. You're playing is inspiring and accurate. You're like a freakin gear Wizard. I would definitely rock that Eart , it looks and sounds outstanding. I want one of their strat models myself. Best fretwork in the biz Eart is. As Yoda would say
How do your store this? You can't hang in on the wall or in stand, for no headstock, and you can't put it on a stand or on the couch, for unevenness of the 'bottom'/body.
I bought this guitar based on your review and i am very impressed. I think Eart watched your review because mine was set up very well out of the box. Thanks for turning me onto this guitar.
I’ve got the blue version of the EART W2, it’s my travel guitar (bought their case from their site, pricey for a bag, but well padded and fits the guitar snugly) that I’ve taken on the road and flying multiple times. It will fit in the case in the overhead bin, but keep an eye out for idiots trying to smash their bag in the space above your bag. Even at home I like to play my W2 because it’s super comfortable and light, although the jack placement can get annoying if you play classical style. It has a carve for resting on the inside of the right leg, but it’s a very small carve and it’s easy to “bump off” into the cable poking out of the jack. Also, L shaped jacks can be a pain because the jack hole is recessed. Oh, and it’s a shred machine, mine arrived set up crazy low and played perfectly out of the box. I did have to deal with some neck travel from time to time while traveling, especially in the winter - I suggest bringing the Alan wrench with you so you can tweak the truss if it starts to get buzzy with the weather changes. It’s not a huge problem or anything, but it’s wood, so it’s going to react to the environment, so be prepared. I love my W2. I keep it handy even when I’m home, it’s light, comfortable to play and sounds good. Oh and it holds tune really well, very rarely have to tune, usually only after taking it on the road.
Exceedingly well produced and well structured review. The mix of technical commentary and measurements with tone examples is perfect. No wasted time on channel branding - something that has become irksome on RUclips. You answer the questions people could have about a guitar like this very efficiently.
???? I think Eart has it going on, Phil they have an upgraded version of the LP that I'm hoping you'll do a deep dive on, it comes with locking tuners, a nice flame maple veneer top, top and neck binding, and split coils for around $670. If you think they nailed it in the mid range price, I'm seriously considering selling my 2010 Washburn Semi-Hollow HB35NK all flame maple 335, and my 2017 MIM Fender Player Deluxe Strat and buy the Eart. I'm 65 and a beginner, and both of my babies are very beautiful, they're too heavy for my disabled shoulders so they don't get played. I'll never be a 1/10th as good as you, and I think the Eart would be a great choice for me. Thank you for all your content.
EART Guitars sent me a GW2 Lefty Headless it's Purple and Brown Beautiful Burl And Poplar Top Quality Of The Pickups Neck Roasted 5 piece Neck Is Amazing I'm Not The Guy Who Thought He Would Be Playing Headless Guitars But It Blows Me Away Can't Quit Playing It And Runs Like 499.99 For A Lefty Insane Because It's All Around The Same Quality Of A Big Brand Headless I Think They Have To Be 1 For Price And Quality It May Be My Favorite Guitar Now What A Guitar The Last Time I Had A Guitar Sent It Was a Glarry So You Know The Difference Lol
I bought this same purple GW2 a little over a month ago and its been rock solid! I know these headless design are a bit funky looking, but they are so ergonomic and balanced. I often prop this bad boy up in a classical position when desired, and it certainly benefits during long seated sessions of playing (most comfortable guitar I own). Since I play mostly metal, I did swap the vintage 57's over to SD black winters (but the stock pups are just fine). I personal love this modern bridge so a far; what wasn't covered here is really cool saddle adjustment mechanism. Each roller saddle has a grub screw connected via some internal gearing/cam that does the raising/lowering, and one other set screw to lock the saddle in position. I have never had a easier time adjusting my action; it felt so precise. For under 400 bucks, this guitar is a steal. If you were to swap out all electronics, it still cost less than half the price of a Strandberg. Even though there is no current multiscale options, Eart necks are fantastic, as well as the overall fit and finish. I certainly am eyeballing one of their LP styles for a future purchase.
I bought a PRS SE custom 24 on Reverb that came with Black Winters and I have been amazed at the range of these pickups. They can sound like a wall of evil one second and then quack like single coils when you split em. They're absolutely perfect imo
@@officialWWM Believe it or not, once you find the right angle, it will seat securely in a common $15 cheapo floor stand; that's how I keep mine. I do know they make dedicated stands for this modern ergonomic style as well, but they are far more expensive and most have no neck restraint. Hope this helps!
I have the original version of this model, (in the same colorway actually) that i got for $280 almost 2 years ago. I knew the price would go up significantly. Even at that price point it was still made and set up amazingly well, as in holding its own against my $1000 guitars. Ive been singing Eart's praises ever since, and i still use that guitar a lot. The tuning stability is off the charts!
Objection, hearsay! The Gibson fart sniffer will say. So it hasn't fallen apart at the seams and the neck is not twisted I take it. I am getting sick of these guys who claim Gibson guitars are better than everything because they think.
@@myopicautisticmetal9035 Hey, when you find a good Gibson, it's great! They sell a lot of volume and sometimes duds come through. But at that price point, it shouldn't happen.
@GLADIUS OFFICIAL the tuners are at the base of the bridge, behind the string saddles. There is a small tool that is magnetically held within the bridge that helps to tune, but you can also just do it with your hands
Anyone here knows what to do if the intonation screw is completely tightened but the 12th fret is still sharp? Can I fix it somehow or is it a design flaw? Sorry to be asking here but I can't seem to find any info on this around the net since this bridge design is relatively new / not widely adopted
loved your review process, also your playing demo; although I'm an acoustic based player you inspired me to consider this instrument, not least due to your non-ego based presentation, thank-you for the presentation :)
Great review. It’s the first review to show how the strings can be changed which I thought may be an issue. Other reviews didn’t seem to like the bridge system. There is also quite a selection of colours to choose from which includes a black finish with no veneer, which is a bit different. Unfortunately there’s now a 1 to 3 week wait for one in the UK. I’ve waited for the KYG review before I ordered - now I’m confident in a purchase.
The only thing phil did wrong was having to much slack. You actually pull the string past the bridge and cut where the body ends. Only need about 1 1/2 inch past the bridge. The spool it wraps around isn't very deep. The extra slack will bunch up and look messy. He's right though. Very easy to re-string. Great guitars
You need to stop these videos Phil as now I have yet another guitar that I want. Never wanted a headless guitar but now I'm not so sure. Also only £319 here in the UK. I mustn't......
I have the old W2 model that looks like a strandberg, its a fantastic axe. literally 0 complained, ive checked for fret leveling, fret ends, etc. most comfortable and balanced guitar I own
Hey Phil, new viewer here but am loving your channel. I noticed you have not reviewed any Mitchell guitars. I know they are a GC house brand and I think you even said, in one of your videos, that you weren't interested in them. But within the context of this video (great guitars do not need to be expensive) I was hoping you might take a look at the Mitchell MS450 (Les Paul styled) guitar. The videos I have found say it's a really good guitar, but I wanted your opinion as I feel you are someone to be trusted in these matters. Thanks for all the great videos and I am loving your channel. Also, I'm a fellow Valley of the Sun resident!
Those bridges have INCREDIBLE tuning stability because there is almost no excess string until the drum. Too bad they don't come in steel or chrome finish. The black paint on them is acrylic and scratches easily. And also there is a problem grounding the bridge because the paint is non conductive. This is my experience as a builder. If you want to make big bends in standard tuning, this beats a Floyd Rose 1000 in keeping strings tuned.
I tried the gw2 pro model that just came out. I thought maybe the bridge would be better but it was actually worse. Restringing it was an absolute nightmare I would prefer this system. Pickups were also very dull sounding with not much difference between the different positions. Finally the tone knob made little to no difference and the nut was cut badly and caused the strings to make little ping noises when you would bend the string. So if you’re torn between this model and the almost twice as expensive pro model I would go with this one. Nice review Phil
I love burl maple, and I love purple, but somehow I really hate this finish. Definitely a case of the parts being greater than their sum for me. Maybe if the burl was more subtle... Having said that, I've heard a lot of good things about this brand. I just wonder what the deal is with import tax in my region of the world on these, because that would put them in a whole 'nother price bracket. Not clear from the Amazon pages.
I've never been a big fan of headless guitars, but this is very cool. I think I'd prefer a different finish though. Was really liking it until I heard that bridge pick up though! How would you fix that? The pick ups seem decent, but change the pots?
I have one of the 1st gen models (with a body shape that heavily resembles a Strandberg) and over the 3 years I have had it it has become my forever guitar, and gets 3x the playtime of any other axe in my collection, including ones that cost many times more!
When guys like you praise a guitar so much I always look forward to checking out your videos / clips / songs so it’s a disappointment when you have none .
I bought one of these and was blown away for the price. The ball end frets were amazing and better than some of my really expensive guitars. Mine was set up perfect.
I love my Strandbergs - and these seem like a really reasonable affordable alternative to them - Kudos! Phil, Thank you for your insightful and thorough run down!
Yeah those are partly georgeous instruments. But bending with those wicked frets is just... pain back there. Also playing blind is kinda weired. And once you adapt trouble is shoven to your other guitars. The increase in tuning is just not worth it.
As far as the body and neck are good, everything else can be easily fixed/upgraged. Putting a lack coat on the body is like one hour of work. Replacing pickups with more expensive ones if You don't like those is not an issue aswell. Compared to 1700$ Strandberg, that's a solid instrument.
Could someone elaborate Strandberg Boden Original NX seven or six vs Ormsby Goliath. I just dunno. I like more solid body but both these are chambered. Also Seven Strandberg got Fishmans and the Six one got Surh . Ormsby got their own A8 Hot Rock in the bridge. I am riffing guy , i dont use neck pick up a lot. I love riffing. But still dont know. I know Strandberg Standard is solidnbody , but they are using their own pickups and they dont seem to sound so cool. These A8 in Goliath seems to sound coool. But still dont know. Goliath has the same price as Strandberg Standard , their Boden NX is a lot higher in price and still made in Indonesia. But I like the specs . I also dont like thin neck. I cant try them in person. If someone got experienced it would be cool
I nabbed one of these from an online auction for $100...needed a screw in the front pickup. This video made me decide to pull it out, dust it off, and slap some EMG's in it! They'll call me Zakk Chylde!
I was wondering if anyone could help me find out what kind of Model my Epiphone SG is, I p bought at a pawn shop, I can't find any info except for where and when it was made. The serial number is 10 digit '100 120 15 22'. Thanks
Ibanez PA300 performance artist series acoustic within 3 pickups. Would be great to review. Haven’t seen any reviews that are in depth. Also a Ben Woods nylocaster electric nylon guitar. Basically a meld of a strat n nylon strings. Is it just hype or actually well made.
I would like you to grab the new Firefly ‘Pure Series’ FFMN and give it this type of run thru! I haven’t seen it reviewed as of this date (11/18/22). ✌️
Rule of thumb is that if a solder joint looks bad it IS bad! Even if a solder joint looks good it may STILL be bad!!! Poor solder quality degrades the reliability AND the sound!!! Even a perfect solder joint degrades the sound. The fewer solder joints, the less the degradation of the sound!
The trem model has an ash body & no cover zebra pickups, they seem hotter, almost no info when I bought it from Amazon, also direct mount, are those pickups direct mount too? Only direct mount guitar I have, lots of sustain. Tuning is difficult, even with the added magnetic knurled knob, that’s the one thing you didn’t go over very well, the non trem seems quite different I bought an added Allen wrench, I think I’ll glue it to the magnetic helper knob.
I have an Eart E-3S bought last year before the prices were increased, it was good out of the box with a qulited maple veneer purple fade finish protected with a laquer. only the action needed adjustment. Satin or unprotected tops just wear out and look terrible, i just won't buy another one. I only ever bought one satin black guitar, and within 3 months it looked awfull with marks and worn patches where your arms/hands rested. I had it refinished in a gloss black, and looks far better. Eart seem to be lax regarding the setup, high actions and fret issues are common, so buyer beware.
i just bought a firefly explorer. compared it to my gibson explorer from 2020... i like the firefly absolutely as much as my gibson. since im not gigging.. even the pups are ok
6.7 lbs. would be much more comfortable than my 6-string bass guitar with an ash body and neck weighing in at somewhere from about 10 to 11 lbs.. (an exact measurement doesn't seem possible to get)
This might be too late to ask, but how easy is it to accidentally adjust the tuners with your picking hand? I play a lot of metal, so I'm worried about rubbing on them and turning them while palm muting so much.
I’m wondering if someone could help me out: I’m planning on making a parts guitar and I want it to be a silver burst Les Paul. But I can’t seem to find any silverburst bodies anywhere except for already assembled (ready to play) versions of them.
Here's my video on replacing the strings on the East headless - ruclips.net/video/UPr3ooe1E6U/видео.html I sold my Strandberg Classic after buying an Eart. The quality was so comparable that the Strandberg seemed like a waste of money.
Only thing that annoys me is the bridge, it's great for restringing easily, but i am finding it hard to get a decent palm mute with it. Chugging is my favourite part of playing. Gonna have to just work around it...
their are a number of companies building guitars with the same shape/tuning system. would love to see a comparison of the eart with the grote (paid 200.00) leo jantz (recently on sale about the same).
I have a w1 trem version ..I replaced the volume pot ..the sweep was terrible. yes the frets are polished stainless steel.. However my copy was the worst fret level job I've ever witnessed.frets we're all over the place up and down the neck. Needed full fret level crown an polish. The pickups sound great. ..Still I'm happy with the Guitar. Im glad the fret issue seems not to be the norm. Looks like you took fret rocker and found yours to be dead level.
Do you really believe an established brand is better en quality ? When I saw the last Dave mustain’s gibson vids on RUclips I was shocked… (not surprised)
Watched the video. Bought one. Now that I have it in hand, no complaints. Phil is spot-on for this one. And, for those who worry about such things, no headstock means no worries about scarf joints.
I bought one but the action is extremely high. I adjusted the truss rod as far as I can and it's still way high. Can clearly see it with a straight edge across the frets. Probably return it. Poor quality control. That should have been caught at the factory.
This headless is a frustration. After several months, I can say that I hate it. The action is way too high, and the bridge is a nightmare to adjust. The truss rod is maxed out and the action is still on Mt. Everest. This is the first time I'm considering shimming a guitar neck.
I like this a lot, I've been wanting a headless guitar for a couple years now but they're really expensive (as he mentioned) but that amount of guitar for $400, that's a steal I think. The pickups sounds pretty good too, not quite to my taste so probably gonna invest in a Fishman Classic set or an EMG 81/60 combo, but that's just personal taste
I find it a bit off that a guitar that looks like this opted for “57 classic” style pickups - can’t see a lot of dad rockers reaching for that burl top purple headless XD
Seems like a pretty awesome guitar, ESPECIALLY for the money! I'd like to know how it does with most guitar hangers (will it wall hang from the lack of a headstock?) and, being such an odd shape, I'd kind of like a hardshell case, over nothing, or even a soft bag. I'd pay an extra $79-119 for a plush hard case.
i just bought one its great only found two issues with mine one of the back plate screw heads broke off at some point quality control let it slide :U and the neck has woodgrain texture but other than that im happy with it might toss some seymour duncans on it
i own this guitar and its pretty sweet. im just confused on why they decided to go for gibson style pickups. you would think with a modern headsless "prog" style guitar, they would try to emulate something hotter.
Mcnasty I love your videos and the both of your podcasts. You should make a guitar channel to show off your collection and all the wacky guitars you have.
Or maybe when your band releases their single you can do a sort of “rig run down” type video
yo mcnasty i didn't know you play guitar
You would. The paf style pickups could have been cheaper for eart to make or buy
McNasty plays guitar!?
really interested to see this review. I bought 2 of the original shape W2s and they make me smile every time I play them, not only because they feel great but because of the price
I'm hoping to see you do a video of the ESP LTD EC-256 in the near future. I'm a former longtime owner of a 71 Les Paul Custom that I thought I'd never part with but... times is hard!
Looking for a home use substitute. The 256's coil split is a feature I really like. The other guitar that's in my sights is a Sire L7. Except for lack of a coil split feature, I like the L7 better, rolled neck, locking tuners, bone nut, reputation, etc. But it's also highly unobtainable! So I'm probably going to pull the trigger on a black/gold LTD EC-256. Love to hear your comments.
Also, my LPC had a Nashville bridge with a TP-6 tailpiece my luthier recommended to me. Best guitar mod ever for a LP style guitar, in my book.
Thank you for doing this review and as always I apreciate the way you present your opinion. The same day I got my eart headless I ordered a second one
Think I'ma pick one up after a few paychecks, awesome review
I give it extra points from the start for the rosewood fretboard! LOL I use the neck pup a lot, and through studio monitors that sounds way above what I expected! A 5 piece neck, that fret job and tuning system, and the fit/finish suggests more than it's $369 price!! I'm pretty hard on low price guitars, I'm impressed by that one! JMHO --gary
Does Earth make a headless 5 string hi-c bass guitar. That’d be a game changer.
Very cool....good stuff Love the vintage ruler too LoL I know it's virtually impossible but would love to see a demo of a half dozen or ten to see the consistency of the models because I see varying comments Oh well I am sure I will never buy one But good that decent guitar's don't have to be expensive Great demo PM
The bridge sounds like it's coils are OoP. To make a trebley bridge p up less so, just face it like the neck p up. I've found that both p ups together sound better this way to me, w general agreement from my friends, tho that's just a matter of taste.
I’ve had that same bridge on a different guitar previously and my biggest issue is that I couldn’t put anything thicker than a set of 9.5s into those roller wheels, I play 10-52 and I couldn’t get those in. It’s a personal thing sure but it’s definitely something that should be considered
Hi Phil, please review Ciari guitars. They were at the NAMM show 2022 showing their folding guitar called Ascender Standard.
Tagima would be a brand I'd like to see you review. Thanks
Man Phil, you are a badass.
You're playing is inspiring and accurate. You're like a freakin gear Wizard. I would definitely rock that Eart , it looks and sounds outstanding. I want one of their strat models myself.
Best fretwork in the biz Eart is. As Yoda would say
i had a eart headless they one with he wah if i did not use the wah it was fine but you touch the wah and it detune every time
Never cared for what I call "chewed ass guitars", but this one seems quite nice. You're right, the stringing is quite simple. Great sound.
How do your store this? You can't hang in on the wall or in stand, for no headstock, and you can't put it on a stand or on the couch, for unevenness of the 'bottom'/body.
these frets are pre made，they are pretty common in guitar manufacturers in china, saves time and work better
Are they polishing the rosewood fretboard.??? It looks more like ebony with that tight grain. Anyone.??
Does it hang on a standard wall hange or will it just fall off
That may be the ugliest guitar I’ve ever seen. I love it
Wow, that is an interesting guitar.
I bought this guitar based on your review and i am very impressed. I think Eart watched your review because mine was set up very well out of the box. Thanks for turning me onto this guitar.
I would love to see a fanned-fret version of this.
scalloped fanned-fret
I’ve got the blue version of the EART W2, it’s my travel guitar (bought their case from their site, pricey for a bag, but well padded and fits the guitar snugly) that I’ve taken on the road and flying multiple times. It will fit in the case in the overhead bin, but keep an eye out for idiots trying to smash their bag in the space above your bag. Even at home I like to play my W2 because it’s super comfortable and light, although the jack placement can get annoying if you play classical style. It has a carve for resting on the inside of the right leg, but it’s a very small carve and it’s easy to “bump off” into the cable poking out of the jack. Also, L shaped jacks can be a pain because the jack hole is recessed. Oh, and it’s a shred machine, mine arrived set up crazy low and played perfectly out of the box. I did have to deal with some neck travel from time to time while traveling, especially in the winter - I suggest bringing the Alan wrench with you so you can tweak the truss if it starts to get buzzy with the weather changes. It’s not a huge problem or anything, but it’s wood, so it’s going to react to the environment, so be prepared.
I love my W2. I keep it handy even when I’m home, it’s light, comfortable to play and sounds good. Oh and it holds tune really well, very rarely have to tune, usually only after taking it on the road.
Exceedingly well produced and well structured review. The mix of technical commentary and measurements with tone examples is perfect. No wasted time on channel branding - something that has become irksome on RUclips. You answer the questions people could have about a guitar like this very efficiently.
That's a very cool guitar for trying out a headless design without spending a lot. Thanks for the thorough review. 👍
I just bought mine:-)
???? I think Eart has it going on, Phil they have an upgraded version of the LP that I'm hoping you'll do a deep dive on, it comes with locking tuners, a nice flame maple veneer top, top and neck binding, and split coils for around $670. If you think they nailed it in the mid range price, I'm seriously considering selling my 2010 Washburn Semi-Hollow HB35NK all flame maple 335, and my 2017 MIM Fender Player Deluxe Strat and buy the Eart. I'm 65 and a beginner, and both of my babies are very beautiful, they're too heavy for my disabled shoulders so they don't get played. I'll never be a 1/10th as good as you, and I think the Eart would be a great choice for me. Thank you for all your content.
EART Guitars sent me a GW2 Lefty Headless it's Purple and Brown Beautiful Burl And Poplar Top Quality Of The Pickups Neck Roasted 5 piece Neck Is Amazing I'm Not The Guy Who Thought He Would Be Playing Headless Guitars But It Blows Me Away Can't Quit Playing It And Runs Like 499.99 For A Lefty Insane Because It's All Around The Same Quality Of A Big Brand Headless I Think They Have To Be 1 For Price And Quality It May Be My Favorite Guitar Now What A Guitar The Last Time I Had A Guitar Sent It Was a Glarry So You Know The Difference Lol
When I heard that first chord at 12:48 I immediately thought of Fell on Black Days by Soundgarden lol
@@curtisc9350 Lmao I think I commended before I got that far oof
Please review Bacchus and Fujigen/FGN.
Just picked up one - mine had four high frets, an ultra-stiff truss rod, and fret sprout at one spot. Still having it worked on at the shop.
just got one and its damn near perfect! sucks to suck man!
I bought this same purple GW2 a little over a month ago and its been rock solid! I know these headless design are a bit funky looking, but they are so ergonomic and balanced. I often prop this bad boy up in a classical position when desired, and it certainly benefits during long seated sessions of playing (most comfortable guitar I own). Since I play mostly metal, I did swap the vintage 57's over to SD black winters (but the stock pups are just fine).
I personal love this modern bridge so a far; what wasn't covered here is really cool saddle adjustment mechanism. Each roller saddle has a grub screw connected via some internal gearing/cam that does the raising/lowering, and one other set screw to lock the saddle in position. I have never had a easier time adjusting my action; it felt so precise.
For under 400 bucks, this guitar is a steal. If you were to swap out all electronics, it still cost less than half the price of a Strandberg. Even though there is no current multiscale options, Eart necks are fantastic, as well as the overall fit and finish. I certainly am eyeballing one of their LP styles for a future purchase.
I bought a PRS SE custom 24 on Reverb that came with Black Winters and I have been amazed at the range of these pickups. They can sound like a wall of evil one second and then quack like single coils when you split em.
They're absolutely perfect imo
How do you sit one of these guitars down? 🤔
@@officialWWM Believe it or not, once you find the right angle, it will seat securely in a common $15 cheapo floor stand; that's how I keep mine. I do know they make dedicated stands for this modern ergonomic style as well, but they are far more expensive and most have no neck restraint. Hope this helps!
@@Droops24 awesome, thanks. I think I’ll get one, just cause it’s so unusual. Will be a fun addition :)
thats exactly the same pups i wanted to get for mine! got any demos on it?
Great video my friend! Id still love to see a caparison on the show!
I have the original version of this model, (in the same colorway actually) that i got for $280 almost 2 years ago. I knew the price would go up significantly. Even at that price point it was still made and set up amazingly well, as in holding its own against my $1000 guitars. Ive been singing Eart's praises ever since, and i still use that guitar a lot. The tuning stability is off the charts!
Objection, hearsay! The Gibson fart sniffer will say. So it hasn't fallen apart at the seams and the neck is not twisted I take it. I am getting sick of these guys who claim Gibson guitars are better than everything because they think.
@@myopicautisticmetal9035 Hey, when you find a good Gibson, it's great! They sell a lot of volume and sometimes duds come through. But at that price point, it shouldn't happen.
@GLADIUS OFFICIAL Fine tuners at bridge…
@GLADIUS OFFICIAL the tuners are at the base of the bridge, behind the string saddles. There is a small tool that is magnetically held within the bridge that helps to tune, but you can also just do it with your hands
Anyone here knows what to do if the intonation screw is completely tightened but the 12th fret is still sharp? Can I fix it somehow or is it a design flaw? Sorry to be asking here but I can't seem to find any info on this around the net since this bridge design is relatively new / not widely adopted
loved your review process, also your playing demo; although I'm an acoustic based player you inspired me to consider this instrument, not least due to your non-ego based presentation, thank-you for the presentation :)
Great review. It’s the first review to show how the strings can be changed which I thought may be an issue. Other reviews didn’t seem to like the bridge system. There is also quite a selection of colours to choose from which includes a black finish with no veneer, which is a bit different. Unfortunately there’s now a 1 to 3 week wait for one in the UK. I’ve waited for the KYG review before I ordered - now I’m confident in a purchase.
The only thing phil did wrong was having to much slack. You actually pull the string past the bridge and cut where the body ends. Only need about 1 1/2 inch past the bridge. The spool it wraps around isn't very deep. The extra slack will bunch up and look messy. He's right though. Very easy to re-string. Great guitars
I own this. I love it for it's playability and sound.
I think everything about the guitar is quite exciting except the body shape, it's just kinda ugly to me.
You need to stop these videos Phil as now I have yet another guitar that I want. Never wanted a headless guitar but now I'm not so sure. Also only £319 here in the UK. I mustn't......
These are going for more than 700 euros here in France. The price doubled since last year. Not worth it for that price!
I have the old W2 model that looks like a strandberg, its a fantastic axe. literally 0 complained, ive checked for fret leveling, fret ends, etc. most comfortable and balanced guitar I own
Hey Phil, new viewer here but am loving your channel. I noticed you have not reviewed any Mitchell guitars. I know they are a GC house brand and I think you even said, in one of your videos, that you weren't interested in them. But within the context of this video (great guitars do not need to be expensive) I was hoping you might take a look at the Mitchell MS450 (Les Paul styled) guitar. The videos I have found say it's a really good guitar, but I wanted your opinion as I feel you are someone to be trusted in these matters. Thanks for all the great videos and I am loving your channel. Also, I'm a fellow Valley of the Sun resident!
Those bridges have INCREDIBLE tuning stability because there is almost no excess string until the drum. Too bad they don't come in steel or chrome finish. The black paint on them is acrylic and scratches easily. And also there is a problem grounding the bridge because the paint is non conductive. This is my experience as a builder. If you want to make big bends in standard tuning, this beats a Floyd Rose 1000 in keeping strings tuned.
I tried the gw2 pro model that just came out. I thought maybe the bridge would be better but it was actually worse. Restringing it was an absolute nightmare I would prefer this system. Pickups were also very dull sounding with not much difference between the different positions. Finally the tone knob made little to no difference and the nut was cut badly and caused the strings to make little ping noises when you would bend the string. So if you’re torn between this model and the almost twice as expensive pro model I would go with this one. Nice review Phil
thanks for sharing I was wondering about their difference
Thank you. Sire S7 next please.
6:21 I'd wager Gibson is going to come down on them for essentially faking their pickup through appearance.
I wish they would make this one as a lefty.
I love burl maple, and I love purple, but somehow I really hate this finish. Definitely a case of the parts being greater than their sum for me. Maybe if the burl was more subtle...
Having said that, I've heard a lot of good things about this brand. I just wonder what the deal is with import tax in my region of the world on these, because that would put them in a whole 'nother price bracket. Not clear from the Amazon pages.
Also may I throw in, if you lose the crank, you can easily buy an allen wrench which will fit the holes on the tuners. Easy peasy.
I think of Summer nights every time I see a headless guitar very cool 😎
Amazing for the money! WOW
I've never been a big fan of headless guitars, but this is very cool. I think I'd prefer a different finish though.
Was really liking it until I heard that bridge pick up though! How would you fix that? The pick ups seem decent, but change the pots?
Nice to see a headless demo where not 99% of the sounds are supergain supreshred :)
Now that's a legit review!!!
I have one of the 1st gen models (with a body shape that heavily resembles a Strandberg) and over the 3 years I have had it it has become my forever guitar, and gets 3x the playtime of any other axe in my collection, including ones that cost many times more!
When guys like you praise a guitar so much I always look forward to checking out your videos / clips / songs so it’s a disappointment when you have none .
I bought one of these and was blown away for the price. The ball end frets were amazing and better than some of my really expensive guitars. Mine was set up perfect.
I love my Strandbergs - and these seem like a really reasonable affordable alternative to them - Kudos! Phil, Thank you for your insightful and thorough run down!
GOC are the better go between I think if you're looking for some cheaper guitars but are a Strandy owner like me.
@@tonycarpaccio9550 what is GOC
Yeah those are partly georgeous instruments. But bending with those wicked frets is just... pain back there. Also playing blind is kinda weired. And once you adapt trouble is shoven to your other guitars. The increase in tuning is just not worth it.
I can’t believe this guitar is under $400!
I have this same guitar, same color. It's pretty killer for the price.
?How do you hang it or is there a special stand?
As far as the body and neck are good, everything else can be easily fixed/upgraged. Putting a lack coat on the body is like one hour of work. Replacing pickups with more expensive ones if You don't like those is not an issue aswell. Compared to 1700$ Strandberg, that's a solid instrument.
Could someone elaborate Strandberg Boden Original NX seven or six vs Ormsby Goliath. I just dunno. I like more solid body but both these are chambered. Also Seven Strandberg got Fishmans and the Six one got Surh . Ormsby got their own A8 Hot Rock in the bridge. I am riffing guy , i dont use neck pick up a lot. I love riffing. But still dont know. I know Strandberg Standard is solidnbody , but they are using their own pickups and they dont seem to sound so cool. These A8 in Goliath seems to sound coool. But still dont know. Goliath has the same price as Strandberg Standard , their Boden NX is a lot higher in price and still made in Indonesia. But I like the specs . I also dont like thin neck. I cant try them in person. If someone got experienced it would be cool
I nabbed one of these from an online auction for $100...needed a screw in the front pickup. This video made me decide to pull it out, dust it off, and slap some EMG's in it! They'll call me Zakk Chylde!
The soldering and that selector switch are terrible!
Is the yardstick genuinely vintage or is it a relic? 🤓🤘🏻🎸
It was my grandfathers. Its older than me. Lol
I was wondering if anyone could help me find out what kind of Model my Epiphone SG is, I p bought at a pawn shop, I can't find any info except for where and when it was made. The serial number is 10 digit '100 120 15 22'. Thanks
I love your purple and green carvin in the background! Is that an Allan Holdsworth body or one of their T-style bodies that looks similar? So cool.
Ibanez PA300 performance artist series acoustic within 3 pickups. Would be great to review. Haven’t seen any reviews that are in depth.
Also a Ben Woods nylocaster electric nylon guitar. Basically a meld of a strat n nylon strings. Is it just hype or actually well made.
I would like you to grab the new Firefly ‘Pure Series’ FFMN and give it this type of run thru! I haven’t seen it reviewed as of this date (11/18/22). ✌️
Rule of thumb is that if a solder joint looks bad it IS bad! Even if a solder joint looks good it may STILL be bad!!! Poor solder quality degrades the reliability AND the sound!!! Even a perfect solder joint degrades the sound. The fewer solder joints, the less the degradation of the sound!
The trem model has an ash body & no cover zebra pickups, they seem hotter, almost no info when I bought it from Amazon, also direct mount, are those pickups direct mount too?
Only direct mount guitar I have, lots of sustain. Tuning is difficult, even with the added magnetic knurled knob, that’s the one thing you didn’t go over very well, the non trem seems quite different
I bought an added Allen wrench, I think I’ll glue it to the magnetic helper knob.
I have an Eart E-3S bought last year before the prices were increased, it was good out of the box with a qulited maple veneer purple fade finish
protected with a laquer. only the action needed adjustment.
Satin or unprotected tops just wear out and look terrible, i just won't buy another one.
I only ever bought one satin black guitar, and within 3 months it looked awfull with marks and worn patches where your arms/hands rested.
I had it refinished in a gloss black, and looks far better.
Eart seem to be lax regarding the setup, high actions and fret issues are common, so buyer beware.
i just bought a firefly explorer. compared it to my gibson explorer from 2020...
i like the firefly absolutely as much as my gibson.
since im not gigging.. even the pups are ok
6.7 lbs. would be much more comfortable than my 6-string bass guitar with an ash body and neck weighing in at somewhere from about 10 to 11 lbs.. (an exact measurement doesn't seem possible to get)
This might be too late to ask, but how easy is it to accidentally adjust the tuners with your picking hand? I play a lot of metal, so I'm worried about rubbing on them and turning them while palm muting so much.
I’m wondering if someone could help me out: I’m planning on making a parts guitar and I want it to be a silver burst Les Paul. But I can’t seem to find any silverburst bodies anywhere except for already assembled (ready to play) versions of them.
Here's my video on replacing the strings on the East headless - ruclips.net/video/UPr3ooe1E6U/видео.html
I sold my Strandberg Classic after buying an Eart. The quality was so comparable that the Strandberg seemed like a waste of money.
Alright ..I'm sold
Only thing that annoys me is the bridge, it's great for restringing easily, but i am finding it hard to get a decent palm mute with it. Chugging is my favourite part of playing. Gonna have to just work around it...
their are a number of companies building guitars with the same shape/tuning system. would love to see a comparison of the eart with the grote (paid 200.00) leo jantz (recently on sale about the same).
I have a w1 trem version ..I replaced the volume pot ..the sweep was terrible. yes the frets are polished stainless steel.. However my copy was the worst fret level job I've ever witnessed.frets we're all over the place up and down the neck. Needed full fret level crown an polish. The pickups sound great. ..Still I'm happy with the Guitar. Im glad the fret issue seems not to be the norm. Looks like you took fret rocker and found yours to be dead level.
Do you really believe an established brand is better en quality ? When I saw the last Dave mustain’s gibson vids on RUclips I was shocked… (not surprised)
What about the trem system though? Is it worth a crap? Fully floating or dive only? This part was just skipped right over...
I just can't get on with the aesthetic of a headless guitar. So ugly imo, but that's just a personal take, of course.
I'm considering the nkc3 or exh6 both sub $300 from Eart. Haven't quite decided yet 😅
Watched the video. Bought one. Now that I have it in hand, no complaints. Phil is spot-on for this one. And, for those who worry about such things, no headstock means no worries about scarf joints.
I bought one but the action is extremely high. I adjusted the truss rod as far as I can and it's still way high. Can clearly see it with a straight edge across the frets. Probably return it. Poor quality control. That should have been caught at the factory.
Bought one on special at $295, $312 delivered, and I was stunned at how much you get for the money
This headless is a frustration. After several months, I can say that I hate it. The action is way too high, and the bridge is a nightmare to adjust. The truss rod is maxed out and the action is still on Mt. Everest. This is the first time I'm considering shimming a guitar neck.
Any idea why the GW1 disappeared and got replaced by the GW2? I could've done with the trem :(
I like this a lot, I've been wanting a headless guitar for a couple years now but they're really expensive (as he mentioned) but that amount of guitar for $400, that's a steal I think. The pickups sounds pretty good too, not quite to my taste so probably gonna invest in a Fishman Classic set or an EMG 81/60 combo, but that's just personal taste
I find it a bit off that a guitar that looks like this opted for “57 classic” style pickups - can’t see a lot of dad rockers reaching for that burl top purple headless XD
Yikes. That thing is butt-ugly. I’ll buy one for my cat. He needs a new scratch post.
Wow that bridge system is impressive!
Seems like a pretty awesome guitar, ESPECIALLY for the money! I'd like to know how it does with most guitar hangers (will it wall hang from the lack of a headstock?) and, being such an odd shape, I'd kind of like a hardshell case, over nothing, or even a soft bag. I'd pay an extra $79-119 for a plush hard case.
Have you tried the Latitude Headless , just wondering how they compare. Thanks
I like where the jack is so it looks like you can hold it like a classical guitar
i just bought one its great only found two issues with mine one of the back plate screw heads broke off at some point quality control let it slide :U and the neck has woodgrain texture but other than that im happy with it might toss some seymour duncans on it
If you wanted to put new pickups in this guitar, but there's no ground wire...how would that even work?
Great for the price, but I can't lie - the sound is a big turn off for me. To each their own, but I wouldn't buy it.