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  • @DarrellBraunGuitar
    @DarrellBraunGuitar  9 месяцев назад +35

    Well, It's that time of the year again!
    So many incredible guitars to choose from, but here are a few of my favorite! Merry Christmas to you all!!
    Guitar info/links:
    Guitar 1 - MIJ SCHECTER: sweetwater.sjv.io/xkJVy1
    Guitar 2 - PRS SE: sweetwater.sjv.io/AWQnm1
    Guitar 3 - BAUM: baumguitars.com/?ref=315
    Guitar 4 - SIRE 3: sweetwater.sjv.io/ZQzLX1
    Guitar 5 - CIARI: ciariguitars.com (Use code DBGVIP)
    Guitar 6 - HERITAGE: sweetwater.sjv.io/EKWdE9
    Guitar 7 - MIJ VOLA: volaguitars.com/
    (Use code "DARRELL" for a discount!)
    Guitar 8 - STERLING: sweetwater.sjv.io/vNvQye
    Guitar 9 - SIRE H7: sweetwater.sjv.io/Py0Meq
    Guitar 10 - PAOLETTI: www.paolettiguitars.com/guitars/models/131/

    • @danieltilleru3528
      @danieltilleru3528 9 месяцев назад +3

      You need to review a censtar tele best guitar under 200

    • @eugenyfilimonov2114
      @eugenyfilimonov2114 9 месяцев назад +2

      Thank you, Darrell! Marry Xmas! Happy New Year! Many New guitars! 👋

  • @baumguitars
    @baumguitars 9 месяцев назад +119

    Thank you, Darrell! Being in top-3 on your list is so overwhelming and awesome. We're a tiny, tiny team compared to the rest of the amazing brands on your list. Rock on and happy holidays to you! Cheers, Team Baum ✌

    • @Flyright07
      @Flyright07 9 месяцев назад +4

      Beautiful guitars! Well earned

  • @zaed96
    @zaed96 9 месяцев назад

    Hey Darrel, have you ever tried FGN guitars? They are Japanese made, high quality but more affordable. Thinking of buying it for myself soon!

  • @timmoman
    @timmoman 9 месяцев назад

    I almost lost my breath when you bent that guitar neck!

  • @BlondOSonicShimmerTrap
    @BlondOSonicShimmerTrap 9 месяцев назад +1

    I need your help. I’m playing acoustic guitar for like 2-3 years. And now I’m just about to buy my first electric. Nothing looks suitable for me except of Jazzmasters. I do not wanna pay a ridiculous amount of money, so I chose Squier Jazz Master. Would you recommend it to me, or would you rather recommend me to look for anything else??

  • @ej1_drew
    @ej1_drew 9 месяцев назад +18

    thanks for your continued detailed and honest reviews throughout the years Darell! 🎉

  • @eearts
    @eearts 9 месяцев назад +13

    Darrell is the definition of a class act. Great info. Great clarity. Unbiased. Great channel!

  • @fredriksandegren1948
    @fredriksandegren1948 9 месяцев назад +1

    Come on, Darrell, how should I explain to my wife that I need another Sire guitar (T-series) after you have gotten me to buy the S7 and L7v???
    She thinks that I'm crazy listening in to 'these youtubers'... 😂
    Anyway you cost me quite some money, but I'm not disappointed, the Sires are really really good!
    Have a good new year's and hope you channel breaks the million, it really should!!!
    Best Regard Fredrik from Sweden

  • @dougbennett7881
    @dougbennett7881 9 месяцев назад +3

    And Paoletti has a Darrell Braun signature model. How cool is that!?

  • @narcissustorres5102
    @narcissustorres5102 9 месяцев назад +6

    Thank you for your time and information given, because of you I purchased my first guitar! Even though I continued to research to make my final decision, it was your honesty and information that helped me embark on that guitar journey! Keep it up for the New Year, always looking forward to seeing your next episode! Blessings to You and your Family in the Holidays!!!

  • @jimhart1959
    @jimhart1959 9 месяцев назад +4

    I love that you feature guitar builders that most of us are probably not familiar with!

  • @sithbk0075
    @sithbk0075 9 месяцев назад +1

    Hey Darrell, loved your channel but man you helped burn a hole in my wallet. Bought Schecter blackjack solo2, Yamaha Revstar RSP20T Japanese made, Baum Wingman and I just got a Vola semi F hole. I may need to stop watching your channel for a while lol. Aloha from Hawaii 🌺🌺🌺

  • @reeling-in
    @reeling-in 9 месяцев назад +2

    Thank you. As ever, great content and informative. Hope your Christmas is peaceful 🇨🇦🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

  • @andrewbecker3700
    @andrewbecker3700 9 месяцев назад +2

    The Sterling Cutlass CT50 plus puts you in the same position as a MusicMan Cutlass does. Something most people won't buy and then modify. If you don't care for the pickups, your kinda stuck. The regular Sterling Cutlass CT50 HSS has passive pickups with no boost or 9v battery compartment. You can get them for $449 or less on sale.They make easier mod platforms and cost less. The Standard version of the PRS SE McCarty .594 singlecut is $100 dollars less and comes with real cream binding. The vintage cherry ones are stained on all surfaces, instead of clear or black back like the rest.

  • @stevefielding8324
    @stevefielding8324 9 месяцев назад +4

    Thanks for your generosity producing these videos Darrell. They are always appreciated. Merry Christmas!

  • @iamanovercomer3253
    @iamanovercomer3253 9 месяцев назад +1

    I got my eyes on s Vola 🎸....

  • @johnquevillon8753
    @johnquevillon8753 9 месяцев назад +3

    Darrell, thank you for a fantastic 2023. Love your videos of the guitar world, always an informative joy!
    Merry Christmas and see you in 2024!

  • @jimcoppa6946
    @jimcoppa6946 9 месяцев назад +3

    Happy holidays I've seen some of the best guitars on your Channel I've been playing guitar for 38 years and I really appreciate what you do for all the musicians across the United States keep these episodes coming they are very educational and informative thank you Darryl have good luck in your future endeavors

  • @CJ-22
    @CJ-22 9 месяцев назад +1

    6:05 wait what..!? 😂🤯

  • @_JustinCase_
    @_JustinCase_ 9 месяцев назад +3

    That was a great "wrap up" video for the holiday season bringing 2023 to a close. Happy Holidays to you, Darryl, and to all the viewers of this channel.
    On a bang for the buck basis my vote goes to the Sire S3 series. Excellent guitar for a student, if only for the satin neck and rolled fretboard. Throw in the relatively low price and it's a winner!
    Here's wishing everyone a safe and prosperous 2024!

  • @IamGroot-GW2
    @IamGroot-GW2 9 месяцев назад +2

    you gave me the courage to build my own Tele.. it is the best low budget guitar I own . thank you for this

  • @tomaslopez2940
    @tomaslopez2940 9 месяцев назад +1

    Is it fair to say that Heritage is to Gibson what G&L is to Fender?

  • @KierannHart-ve6kk
    @KierannHart-ve6kk 9 месяцев назад +1

    Can you start showing the head stocks more instead of just the bodies

  • @firstsgtrichard
    @firstsgtrichard 9 месяцев назад +2

    Another great year Darrell! Looking forward to 2024 and each and every episode! Peace brother!

  • @thatguywithamustache6043
    @thatguywithamustache6043 9 месяцев назад +2

    I really like what you do, thanks for everything you've done over the years Darrel! Love from Portugal Brother ❤

  • @Richard_Lush
    @Richard_Lush 9 месяцев назад +1

    Honestly I’m more of a Gibson/Fender guy but PRS really has nailed it on these lower priced SEs. Hugely popular and good QC. There are probably more mid level players out there who don’t want to spend a fortune than higher end players so from a sheer quantity stand point they’ve got it pinned. Still sticking with my CS/vintage Gibsons and Fenders though. Just can’t beat em IMO.

  • @DKphin
    @DKphin 9 месяцев назад

    Hey, Darrell can you do a review of a Harley Benton Nashville - Steel

  • @eugenyfilimonov2114
    @eugenyfilimonov2114 9 месяцев назад

    Darrell happy New Year! You know so much about guitars you' ve got excelent skills of playing guitar. I'm wondering what is your main job? Are you musicant? With respect!

  • @EdwardJohns-be6ri
    @EdwardJohns-be6ri 9 месяцев назад +2

    Merry christmas daryl

  • @GaryBertolo
    @GaryBertolo 15 дней назад

    Where are you, Darrell? Hope you're doing fine these days!
    GB Denver CO ...¡¥¡

  • @privateprivate4378
    @privateprivate4378 Месяц назад

    Dude, I'm a subscriber, I enjoy you, but I MUST take you with a grain of salt. The real news is in the budget area, and you just didn't have that covered here. Larry Carlton's guitars are mid-range value items, but NEVER innovative and never inexpensive. Japanese 'super whatevers' are a waste of everyone's time: you can collect them, but no-one of significance plays them. That 'fold-up' guitar is probably a full time job to keep functional, and just about no one has the time. Heritage are high-end, and 'worth-it' but complicated to own, since they tend not to hold their value. etc.

  • @FGg503
    @FGg503 9 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks for the great videos throughout the year. Love your choices above! Wishing you and your family a joyous Christmas and all the best for the coming year! 😊✌

  • @TonyHarper-j7f
    @TonyHarper-j7f 4 месяца назад

    Darrell, I’ve spent most of my life destitute, but I’m determined to have what I want for once. Something really top notch. I used to assume it was a Les Paul, but I’m open to almost anything, so long as it features the following, and I’m wondering if you can help me find my dream guitar. I want it to have a finish like Gibson quilt tops and feature either Lambratron or Fralin Noiseless P90s pickups and, preferably, a neck through design. Maybe a Floyd Rose. “Where?” should I look for this thing? Seriously, I’d very much appreciate your help with this.

  • @robertdonosobuchner3129
    @robertdonosobuchner3129 9 месяцев назад +1

    Great video as always! Thank you for all the information and details of the guitars. I really find some of my dream guitars because of your videos. For me personally I found this year also some nice guitars: Fender Stratocaster Player Plus PF SSB, Sundolf Harpoon 7 string, Cerberus Guitars Hades Fade Erebus Baritone 7 string, Hapas Siren 727 Master, Hufschmid Guitars, Chapman ml2 Pro azure blue and so many more... I tryed out the Strandberg Guitars on the Guitar Summit in Mannheim Germany. It was very interesting to play these guitars with their special neck construction, just great guitars.
    This year I found an old Baby Z in red from Dean Guitars in a shop and it was a big surprise playing this little guitar. It sounds great, it wasn't expensive at all and I had to buy it... Now I use it for rock and blues. I will try out the Solar A2.7FRC Carbon Black Matte from Solar Guitars next year. Merry Christmas and a happy new guitar year! 😊🤘🎸

  • @thirteenthandy
    @thirteenthandy 9 месяцев назад +1

    Kiesel A2 is the guitar of the year for me.

  • @3129021jc
    @3129021jc 9 месяцев назад +1

    Just found your channel, it’s great to see someone talk about guitars I can actually afford haha. Keep it up man!

  • @dreamchasergarage690
    @dreamchasergarage690 8 месяцев назад

    Just picked up a Gretsch G5260 baritone, would love to hear your take on it if you haven't already. Cheers :)

  • @Akuarius1987
    @Akuarius1987 9 месяцев назад

    Paoletti guitars are to expensive compare with the other guitars

  • @audiophileman7047
    @audiophileman7047 9 месяцев назад +1

    They all look like great guitars, but I particularly like the PRS SE McCarty 594 and the Heritage H150. 😻 If I could only go with one, it would be the Heritage H150. It's a stunning guitar. I wish you and your family a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, and I look forward to more of your great guitar videos in 2024. ✝🎄🎁

  • @ivvatchvideos
    @ivvatchvideos 6 месяцев назад

    America made guitars like Fender & Gibson quality is pretty low these days. These are such great alternatives.

  • @SeanDS1989
    @SeanDS1989 9 месяцев назад +1

    wow, so many stunning guitars lol thanks for all the awesome content Darrell, and Merry Christmas! 🎄🎸☃🌟

  • @matthewtrahan-b3b
    @matthewtrahan-b3b 6 месяцев назад

    Have you ever tried Oripure pick ups , Are they any good. Thanks for the good review's.

  • @angrychivafan
    @angrychivafan 2 месяца назад

    Which one of these would be good for heavy music/metal? Thanks

  • @SerenityGuitars
    @SerenityGuitars 9 месяцев назад +1

    The Paoletti is an amazing beautiful guitar, Love the shape, love the paint even more.

  • @mikecorey8370
    @mikecorey8370 9 месяцев назад +1

    A great year, Darrell. Happy Holidays and have a great 2024. We'll all be here.

  • @BennoBettels
    @BennoBettels 6 месяцев назад

    I am planning to buy myself a guitar and learn how to play the guitar, but there is one issue... I am left handed, and i don't know, if this matters or not!

  • @arturohernandez3324
    @arturohernandez3324 9 месяцев назад

    I got a paoletti Nancy loft tele Ooohhh man with my tube amp feels like I’m touching playing and leasing a fantastic guitar the best one I ever played

  • @mazbou
    @mazbou 9 месяцев назад +1

    Damn that Paoletti is beautiful!!

  • @Roy_Gaber
    @Roy_Gaber 9 месяцев назад +1

    Awesome choices Darrell. Thanks for 2023 videos, looking forward to many more to come int 2024.

  • @claycountryxwing10
    @claycountryxwing10 8 месяцев назад

    How would you rate the cort kx700 evertune to your list? Did it come anywhere near the top?

  • @GaryBertolo
    @GaryBertolo 15 дней назад

    PS: You forgot to include Shijie guitars

  • @RA-ew8rv
    @RA-ew8rv 9 месяцев назад +1

    PRS Dgt?

  • @arvinaquino4848
    @arvinaquino4848 6 месяцев назад

    well you should trying greco ag1000 a japanese guitar

  • @Full_Deflection
    @Full_Deflection 9 месяцев назад

    Man, I was really stoked to buy a Ciari before long work trip. The website said guitars ship in a week, usually less. So I ordered it 2.5 weeks before my trip and after a week of not hearing anything back, I contacted them. Now it’s supposedly going to ship while I’m gone and I have to arrange for someone to be here when it arrives. Kind of a bummer that their order times were so far off. Still excited to get the guitar, but it’s bittersweet.

  • @stratman247
    @stratman247 9 месяцев назад +1

    When you unfold the Ciari, is it still in tune?

  • @BrianBrazilHarmonica
    @BrianBrazilHarmonica 9 месяцев назад

    Hi Darrell Braun, When you do your videos with the guitars specs, could you please mention what the guitars actually weigh. That would be helpful for perspective buyers make an informed decision as to whether or not the guitar is right for them. Thanks. 🙂

  • @joermnyc
    @joermnyc 9 месяцев назад +1

    I’d throw two Squiers on here: the Strato-o-sonic, basically a Les Paul special in a Strat shape, BUT with push pull phase and series parallel (I only wish they went all out and did it as a set neck). And the Jazzmaster XII, a great budget 12-string.

    • @jplew138
      @jplew138 8 месяцев назад +1

      Also: The Squier Paranormal Offset Telecaster 😁

  • @fragslap5229
    @fragslap5229 9 месяцев назад +1

    And run ALL of them through a modelling amp or a computer and they'll all sound the SAME.

  • @RedbackRecordz
    @RedbackRecordz 9 месяцев назад

    I hate to say it but that is the most boring lineup of guitars! There are way more top of the line guitars around than that lot but it’s your opinion so that’s all that matters! 🤘🤘

  • @d3w4yn3
    @d3w4yn3 9 месяцев назад

    What a great Christmas treat!!! I retire (again!) at midnight, December 31st, and withdraw from my thrift davings account on February 1st, so your timing is perfect with this list!!!

  • @juststremstech420
    @juststremstech420 9 месяцев назад +2

    amazing guitars

  • @davengeance4811
    @davengeance4811 9 месяцев назад

    Tnx brudda 👊🏽 what is that purple fade to pink guitar hanging in the back on our left, your right shoulder?
    Happy New Year 🎉

    • @adamfindlay7091
      @adamfindlay7091 8 месяцев назад +1

      It's in another video here, maybe in the top 10 or top 5 guitars @$1000 some video like that. Can't recall the name. I watched like 8 Braun videos today.

    • @davengeance4811
      @davengeance4811 8 месяцев назад

      @@adamfindlay7091 I'll take a look see, tnx yo 👊🏽

  • @PeterDowney-lf1ny
    @PeterDowney-lf1ny 9 месяцев назад

    Part of being the best of anything is being made aware of the cost.

  • @PaoloC.
    @PaoloC. 9 месяцев назад

    Very happy with my Sire H7 indeed (with humbuckers). Actually on your list I would swap the Schecter for the PRS Fiore.

  • @diggersid456
    @diggersid456 9 месяцев назад +1

    been watching your channel for ages. one of the best

  • @BrentAdams
    @BrentAdams 9 месяцев назад

    While I'm not a Fan of "Relic'd" guitars..... that Paoletti is Awesome! They make 'em Right! Their choice of going with a bolt-on for this style guitar surprises me a little though..... Regardless, that guitar looks and sounds Amazing! Merry Christmas!

  • @Arthagnou
    @Arthagnou 9 месяцев назад

    I adore my Heritage H150

  • @usafreedom7967
    @usafreedom7967 9 месяцев назад

    Hey Darryl, what do you think about fender areodyne tele? Love your channel

  • @louisstokes1898
    @louisstokes1898 9 месяцев назад

    Thank you so much for all you do. Best wishes for 2024

  • @adamfindlay7091
    @adamfindlay7091 6 месяцев назад

    Thanks. Never heard of 80% of these.

  • @BlurredOutBoy
    @BlurredOutBoy 8 месяцев назад

    Relish is done. bankrupt.

  • @STAY-GOLD-VINYL
    @STAY-GOLD-VINYL 8 месяцев назад

    Funny how all are ones sent to him. Sheep

  • @sgt.grinch3299
    @sgt.grinch3299 9 месяцев назад +1

    Ok. Merry Christmas Darrell.

  • @CherkezimenT
    @CherkezimenT 9 месяцев назад

    Hey darell i cant find that exact configuration of P90 and the hambucker for VOLA GUITARS. Is that VATSI or OZ model ?

  • @icosahedra20
    @icosahedra20 7 месяцев назад

    Thank you Darrell. So happy to have discovered your channel. Top notch - best guitar channel with honest and very detailed reviews. Always looking forward to new videos (and still watching your old ones) to see what new guitars you've discovered and are reviewing. BTW, heard a lot about the Keipro guitars. Hopefully you get to review one soon. Keep up the great content!! Thanks for all your recommendations. Sure helped me decide on my purchases recently.

  • @gillesthibodeau7078
    @gillesthibodeau7078 9 месяцев назад +1

    Thanks Darrell! Great affordable choices!

  • @leokrissandy5579
    @leokrissandy5579 9 месяцев назад

    for 2024 please review this brand:
    1. Soloking
    2. SQOE
    3. LUXAR

  • @russellzauner
    @russellzauner 9 месяцев назад

    You know MIJ Schecter are built wherever ESP makes Edwards. That's just logic.
    Edwards guitars are IMO as good or better than LTD. I would love to see a comparison but dunno how ESP would feel about it.
    Every time someone invokes Sire I have to mention that Kyle Kim has a great story and does interviews - still waiting for him to surface after the panny but he seems like a really regular guy.
    Vola dropped prices this year and now they're one of the most affordable quasi-custom brands out there at the moment.
    Good coverage, thanks for the video!

  • @ralee56
    @ralee56 9 месяцев назад

    Would love to watch you reviewing the made in Japan 2023 Fender Areodyne Stratocaster SSS Bright White. Color doesn't really matter, but would like you to review an SSS and an HSS stratocaster set up. Thank you, whether you read this and respond or not. Really appreciate what you do here.

  • @yliu4093
    @yliu4093 9 месяцев назад

    Thanks Darrell,, I am surprising not to see PRES SE DGT in the your list. Would you mind comment why SE McCardy 594 better than SE DGT in your opinion? Thanks

  • @ianrose5505
    @ianrose5505 9 месяцев назад

    Thanks for the reviews, full of info and super honest. Happy new year

  • @mark.guitar
    @mark.guitar 9 месяцев назад

    Have a cool Yule! I can't fault your choices. I have played half of your list and all of them were really good.
    I have found my own "guitar of 23". I had settled on buying a Sire H7 until I found a really resonant cheapo in a junk shop. It had unbelievably rubbish hardware (rust everywhere!) and I got it for pocket money due to the condition. I'm just about to tidy it up after fitting some 1980's Schaller humbuckers that I have after further upgrading a customers Epiphone LP with hand wound Monty's. Total cost to me is £75UKP for a really tatty looking guitar, until I do enough restoration to make it look good!. It plays like a dream and sounds as good as my friends brand new USA 335 (much to his annoyance...). Ho, ho, ho. Santa's present to three rap stars...

  • @toneydavis9802
    @toneydavis9802 9 месяцев назад

    Merry Christmas. Looking forward to spending 2024 with you.

  • @scott7521
    @scott7521 9 месяцев назад

    Darrell - Thanks for educating the masses and being one of the few big channel guys to be nice enough to answer my email earlier this year. Appreciate you and have a great 2024.

  • @savacusi2451
    @savacusi2451 9 месяцев назад

    Can you make a video of best budget guitars (300$-800$) with floyd rose bridges.

  • @dickevans6601
    @dickevans6601 9 месяцев назад +1

    #10 wins my pick. Beautifully done. Thanks for all the awesome vids in 23 and before. Happy holidays and a wonderful new year. See you then.

  • @DrChikenman
    @DrChikenman 8 месяцев назад

    I discovered the Sire brand thanks to your videos, nearly half a year ago.
    I got my own Sire S7 a few days ago and even if I hadn't as much time as I wish I had to play with it enough, the guitar is really beautiful and well polished.
    Thank you Darell, keep up the good work! 👍

  • @marcionobrega5117
    @marcionobrega5117 9 месяцев назад +1

    Gostei muito das guitarras 👏👏👏

  • @andytheflutemaker
    @andytheflutemaker 9 месяцев назад

    well I've bought both a sire s7 and a fire fly 335 on your recommendation both great guitars thanks very much hope you have a great christmas

  • @arturohernandez3324
    @arturohernandez3324 9 месяцев назад

    I got a paoletti Nancy tele Ooohhh man it’s a true comfort to play and celestial sound I got 23 guitars and I love them but that’s the number one

  • @landonfinnerty2391
    @landonfinnerty2391 9 месяцев назад

    Darrell, you're getting a little grey in that beard, from when I bought scales from you years ago. Keep up the great work.

  • @jmangi6221
    @jmangi6221 9 месяцев назад

    Yea,it’s definitely a good time for inexpensive guitars. If you shop around some,you can find some really sweet deals. I’ve got to sell a few to make room for more hehehe😅.

  • @ludoFernandes
    @ludoFernandes 9 месяцев назад

    Loved em all espcly d Heritage, Sterling & Vola. Great video & content Darrell. Hv a Merry Christmas & very Prosperous New Year ❤😊

  • @kebotrans
    @kebotrans 9 месяцев назад +1

    Man that Heritage is amazing

  • @antoonhermans8953
    @antoonhermans8953 9 месяцев назад

    my top guitar for 2023 : squire 40 th anni vintage strat ( sonic blue ) ,plays and sounds like an dream , no upgrades / mods needed .

  • @scottreynolds6317
    @scottreynolds6317 9 месяцев назад

    Love your channel! Have a wonderful Christmas 🎄!!!!

  • @hakankillberg6043
    @hakankillberg6043 9 месяцев назад

    Darrell thanks for this year. Great video, so many great guitars. No one comes near that lovely ibanez prestige maybe S6570. Cant remember that colour but it was so beautiful and loved that thin body shape? Do you still have it? Please post a picture if you have or a link to that guitar. Please ibanez bring that back and more colour option as well. Now it all about the Az dont like them at all. Ibanez seems to left this model only one colour in that S range. That cant compeat with yours. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 😍

  • @calvindoan3228
    @calvindoan3228 9 месяцев назад

    Thank you for your hard work in 2023, Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

  • @JTB--
    @JTB-- 9 месяцев назад

    Schecter guitars are a good value. Didn't realize they had Japanese made Guitars though. and love the PRS pattern thing neck. plays like butter

  • @sharkattack3988
    @sharkattack3988 9 месяцев назад

    C mon your almost to a million