Are Chapman Guitars Irrelevant Now? | Chapman ML3 Pro Modern Review

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Are Chapman Guitars Irrelevant Now? | Chapman ML3 Pro Modern Review

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Күн бұрын

Why don't people care about Chapman Guitars anymore? To be honest, I never cared anyway but lately I had this nagging feeling that I wanted to find out. So in this video we're going to take a look at the Chapman Guitars ML3 Pro Modern in Liquid Teal.
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This electric guitar is one of Chapman's t-style offering and comes equipped with all the features a rock and metal guitar player would need. So why is it that people aren't talking about these guitars as much as you'd expect? In this review and demo we dive into the features of this guitar to try and answer that question.
As always, I appreciate you checking out the video mate. Thank you and I hope you enjoy it 🤘
Chapters:
0:00 Here's The Deal
0:53 Demo & Solo
2:18 What Is It?
3:00 Specs and Quality
6:06 Playability
8:35 Sound
11:11 Should You Care?
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@chapmanguitars Жыл бұрын

Hi Jack, Dan here. Awesome playing, and happy that you like it. Seeing these honest reviews and hearing great things is a massive boost. Thank you.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Hey Dan. Thanks so much dude, I’m really glad you enjoyed the video! No need to thank me mate, the guitar blew me away so it was super easy to make the video. I really appreciate you checking it out man, all the best 🤘

@fritzherrmann762 2 ай бұрын

I love older Chapman guitars

@lukecowley4949 Жыл бұрын

Currently got a Ghost Fret Pro and a ML1 Pro Modern, both guitars punch well above their weight. Probably some of the best playing guitars I've ever had my hands on

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

That's awesome to hear they're good from someone with a bit more experience with them. Thanks for checking out the video too 🤘

@LLSicilia 14 күн бұрын

i have two Chapman's and i dont care much for the negative press. The two ML1s i have are fine instruments on every level

@RobWSS1 Жыл бұрын

I've had an ML3 pro modern since it launched in 2017 (serial number 8!) And it's absolutely killer. It had chapman branded pickups to start, and has had SD invaders, with an EMG 81/89 set in at the moment. It's a superb guitar with an amazing neck (the real selling point in my opinion). Going to be getting a set of BKP Aftermaths for it soon to truly make it my perfect axe.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Number 8?! That’s so cool man! Yeah definitely, the necks are amazing. With the BKPs that’s going to be a hell of a guitar. Thanks for checking out the video mate 🤘

@Stoitism Жыл бұрын

I got a new ML3 Modern (sage green) for £400 from Andertons 3 weeks ago and it's bloody fantastic. I have no idea about internet drama surrounding the company and to be honest i'm not interested either. The guitar is killer, that's all I need to know.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

That's 100% the best way to approach it dude. If the guitar is sick, it's a good brand! I'm stoked you're enjoying your new axe and thanks for checking out the video 🤘

@evilazza14 5 ай бұрын

Hey bro, i've been looking at picking up a second hand one on reverb/ebay. How do you think it holds up months later?

@liopollux2286 Ай бұрын

i got mine too ml3 modern sage green its awesome guitar 🎸

@zsrmx1 Жыл бұрын

Got me a made in Korea Cap-10 from 2016. Love that guitar. Came with JB in the bridge an ss1 in middle and Jazz in the neck. Other than the volume pot needing replaced soon, no complaints. You can go from shred to Texas blues to metal. Great guitar.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

I like the look of the CAP10 a lot dude, sounds like you’ve got a killer guitar! Thanks for checking out the video mate 🤘

@LLSicilia 14 күн бұрын

i have the second series and the pickups are the only short fall compared to the duncans. Easy upgrade

@mikelitisore7456 7 ай бұрын

I pondered over Chapman for a long time and love the looks. So finally grabbed an ML3 in the Andersons sale. It’s not my number 1 BUT it’s the guitar I keep picking up. I’m stuck between loving it and - really loving it. The high fret height takes a bit of getting used to but the neck, body, quality, sound & feel is up there with the best. Premium brands should be aware. Get one - I’m definitely getting another

@JackTaylorGuitars 7 ай бұрын

That's awesome to hear mate, I'm really glad you're loving it! Thank you for watching bro, I appreciate it 🤘

@GearStuffandThings Жыл бұрын

Their current line is spectacular in person. Certainly not irrelevant. They make great guitars.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Judging by this one they do indeed make great guitars. It's just a shame that's half the battle in the internet age but I hope they succeed. Thanks for watching dude! 🤘

@kevinferguson6967 3 ай бұрын

In March, during a vacation to the UK, I visited Anderton’s on Day #1. One of my bandmates asked me to check out the Chapman ML3 Thinline Pro and give him my opinion. I really liked the construction, the sounds of the Seymour Duncan Quarter pound and P90 pickups, and the overall playability of the guitar. I liked it so much that I ordered the guitar to be sent to my home in the US. After ~6 weeks of playing, I am extremely happy with this guitar. PS, my bandmate also ordered it and is very happy with this guitar. Great job Chapman Guitars.

@JackTaylorGuitars 2 ай бұрын

That’s so cool mate, I’m glad you’re happy with it! That’s a beautiful guitar! Thanks for watching dude 🤘

@daziwg456 Жыл бұрын

I owned a Chapman Ghostfret a while back ( the cheaper standard version ) but honestly it was a fantastic guitar , i met Rob and the Chapman gang at The Guitar Show in Birmingham this year and honestly found them a very likable and honest bunch , I'd have no problem owning another Chapman or two , great review btw

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

The Ghostfrets are super cool man, I like them a lot. Stoked to hear yours was great! That's also super reassuring. My experience with their social media guy has been fantastic, it's likely you met him too in Birmingham, but he's a top quality dude. Thanks so much for checking it out mate and the kind words, I appreciate it 🤘

@andersoncesario26 7 ай бұрын

I've just got a 2017 Ml1 pro modern and the playability of it is incredible. The neck is simply perfect 🤘

@JackTaylorGuitars 7 ай бұрын

That's awesome dude, stoked for you! Enjoy it bro 🤘

@MrDeadcorn333 8 ай бұрын

As a Bassist, I feel like I’ve always been left to the wayside by companies like this. Especially Chapman being a fan of Bea and Dave. With them FINALLY releasing a bass (the MLB-1) to them redesigning it (with a higher price, but worth it) and then just shit canning it all together. I thought Chapman would be a smaller brand I could really latch onto. Guess I’ll have to keep looking.

@JackTaylorGuitars 8 ай бұрын

I get you dude. The basses they used to make included Dave's signature were really sick. It's definitely a shame they're not in production anymore but I assume it was just a result of business. Thanks for watching mate, I appreciate it 🤘

@thenovicenoisemaker Жыл бұрын

Just because Rob is a personality people think they know, has nothing to do with the quality of the products. Do people know the CEO of Gibson, Fender, Ibanez? Do people know if they’re good people or a-holes??? No. They still buy their products though. If Rob was a private man you’d just see his products and buy them because I’d you like them, just like anything you buy. Besides, what so people think of Lee Anderton who owns half of the company? He am a-hole too??

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

That’s pretty much the way I look at it too man. I guess the only difference is that Rob has been the face of the company since it’s beginning but I don’t think that any perceptions of him should put people off great guitars at this level. Thanks for checking out the video dude 🤘

@samblack5313 5 ай бұрын

Pays to keep your mouth shut, then, huh…

@AlexAfterwork Жыл бұрын

My problem with Chapman or Solar guitars is the 12th fret inlay, i totally dig some of the models, but please, just make plain dots, block inlays, etc. for all the frets and nothing special

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

That's totally fair man if that's what you prefer. I do like a dot inlay but I like them to be a little different, like the Strandbergs or some of the Schecter models like the Aaron Marshall. Thanks for checking out the video dude! 🤘

@FortessofShred Жыл бұрын

I hate guitars with no inlay or a single inlay. They look so cheap.

@DyerSLiDE Жыл бұрын

Your content always is a great watch bud! I have owned one of these before and wish I could have kept it. It was a cool guitar.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

That means a lot to me bro, thank you 🙇🏻‍♂️ They’re great aren’t they! I guess sometimes though guitars have to go, I know I’ve had a good few that I’d like to have kept. Thanks again man 🤘

@williamdiego7218 Жыл бұрын

I kinda stopped watching andertons and Chapman just before the drama so idk what's going on or what happened but man have I always wanted a Chapman guitar. This kinda pushed me more towards their direction, the explorer style body is gorgeous. I prefer it to a classic explorer since the Chapman looks like it's profile is closer to my Epiphone evolution.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Yeah man, I love the ghostfret! They’re so cool. Thanks for watching dude, I appreciate it 🤘

@quentinhuberty1615 Ай бұрын

I want a Chapman for years but it's not that easy to find in France. And this review convince me to buy one, and especially this exact same guitar. Imo it's one of the last guitar brand that sells products at the right price. It's pretty hard to find a good guitar around 900~1200e nowadays. Not in the big companies at least.

@JackTaylorGuitars Ай бұрын

I'm with you on that dude, I think they're actually a totally fair price. You'd be paying so much for for this level of guitar from other brands. I hope you get your hands on one soon mate! And thank you for checking out the video 🤘

@Dan.Chaytor Жыл бұрын

Great video mate. I’ve got a Korean made ML3 trad from 2014. I changed the pickups for some hotter ones, got rid of the annoying push pull pot, put in a CTS, orange drop, CRL 3 way and a Gotoh bridge. I love my slab of swamp ash Chapman. It’s a great guitar.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much dude! The Traditionals do look awesome too, sounds like you've got a dope one mate! Thanks again 🤘

@porterdaniel5513 Жыл бұрын

Im a total tele guy! Love that you looked past all the drama, because look if you like it then thats that bro.. Drama doesn't produce the feel and sound of a Chapman. Good stuff my man..

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Me too man, I love a tele. Thanks so much bro, I'm really glad you enjoyed the video! Hope you're keeping well 🤘

@blainetrain2299 Жыл бұрын

I dunno that anyone will care but in case you do... I have 17 guitars from all price points and brands ( Dean, LP, Ibanez Jems, Ernie Ball, Wylde Audio etc ) and an ML1 Pro Barritone. The Chapman is every bit as good as any of the other ones and is easily in my top 5 favorite guitars I have ever played. IMO it is worth every penny and I would 100% buy it again without even sitting down to play it. I am that confident in the brand.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

I care mate! It’s always good to hear people are having such a good time with the same stuff I am and have found guitars they love to play. Gives me a little bit of confident I’m not talking rubbish too 😂 Thanks for checking out the video mate, I appreciate it 🤘

@phevos_sk Жыл бұрын

beautiful review! And yes the Seymour Duncan pickups are awesome!

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much mate, I'm really glad you enjoyed it! 🤘

@rjeff753 Жыл бұрын

I have nothing but praise for my ML3 Modern. Great quality and plays awesome. Best Fret work I have seen and I have several double it’s price that were not as good. And the rolled fretboard!!

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

My dude, yes! The neck, board, and fretwork are all huge standouts on this guitar for me. Just a phenomenal thing. Thanks for checking out the video mate, I appreciate it 🤘

@vansen-qod 7 ай бұрын

A Chapman was my first serious guitar I had. It's a Norseman Hjarn. Beautiful. White snow finish. So elegant. The only thing bad about it is that I don't play it at often as I should.

@JackTaylorGuitars 7 ай бұрын

If I’m remembering the right one that is an absolutely stunning guitar! Take it for a spin! Thanks for watching too I really appreciate it 🤘

@themtlhed 2 ай бұрын

I got a satin pink ml3 pro modern for fathers day from my daughter. Love it!

@JackTaylorGuitars 2 ай бұрын

That's a fantastic gift, you must be a great dad and have a great daughter! Congrats on the new guitar man, I'm glad you're loving it, and thanks for watching the video! 🤘

@dimebagtribute 9 ай бұрын

Got an ml3 modern pro since at least 4 years and I played it 3 times maximum... It doesn't feel right in my hands, I bought my PRS SE custom 24 in the same time and it blown me away but the Chapman really desappointed me! It even came with crooked machine heads... It's for sale on reverb now🙁

@JackTaylorGuitars 9 ай бұрын

That’s a shame dude! I can’t speak for what the quality was like 4 years ago or whether you ended up with a dud. Either way, thanks for checking out the video mate, I appreciate it 🤘

@dimebagtribute 9 ай бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars Thanks man👍 I don't want to say Chapman is bad, their guitars are quite nice but my experience wasn't as good as yours... It may be only a matter of tastes and bad QC at that time!?!

@JackTaylorGuitars 9 ай бұрын

You can only speak for your own experience dude, I totally get it! I know I’ve had issues like that with other guitars in the past too!

@LordOfSweden Ай бұрын

I didn't know about Chapman until this week. I saw this gorgeous guitar for a good price and I was like.. hmm.. What is that brand? Seems great to me. What is the issue? What is the drama about?

@JackTaylorGuitars Ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out the video dude, I appreciate it! It truly is a great guitar, one of my favourites. The historic drama with Chapman isn't so much the brand itself, it's related to Rob Chapman who created these guitars. I don't want to go into it here because it was a long time ago and I don't think it's really relevant anymore, it was just some industry upset. There are videos about it though if you wanted to know more on YT. Thanks again man! 🤘

@patrikbodor4996 9 ай бұрын

Hello there! I'm actually about to get Chapman guitar, but wasn't sure if it's the right choice. When I saw your video, with honest opinion, the excitement of getting one was even bigger so yeah, thank you.

@JackTaylorGuitars 9 ай бұрын

Hey dude! Thanks so much, I'm just glad it helped! Just from a personal standpoint, since this video, I was loaned two to review from the guys at Chapman themselves and I decided to buy two more of my own of the back of it. I think they're making amazing stuff so I hope you like yours. Cheers mate 🤘

@patrikbodor4996 9 ай бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars yeah already got one and I'm fricking loving it. Thinking it will be like that for me too, I'll probably won't stop at just one Chapman guitar. It's amazing.

@JackTaylorGuitars 9 ай бұрын

@@patrikbodor4996 That's awesome dude, I'm really happy you're enjoying it! Have a good one mate 🤘

@patrikbodor4996 9 ай бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars thank you brother!

@JackTaylorGuitars 9 ай бұрын

All good man, and thank you! 🤘

@michaelkorn361 3 ай бұрын

The 2017 - 2018 line was their best. I have a standard and a pro 7 from that line. Came with oem pickups that werent great but can be switched to anything so I switched to different sets of BKPs and they are so awesome (also modded the standard far more and it is amazing now)

@JackTaylorGuitars 3 ай бұрын

That sounds dope man! Thanks for checking out the video 🤘

@ScottDreyfus Ай бұрын

I love a tele and that pickup set in the pro modern is awesome! Peg/ sentient are so versatile. I may love black winter a little more but and peg/ Nazgûl is nasty to. Seymour Duncan leaves you spoiled for choice.

@JackTaylorGuitars Ай бұрын

They really do man! Thanks for checking out the video, I massively appreciate it 🤘

@LoudGuitars Жыл бұрын

Killer Review, I met Rob at NAMM when he introduced these, he is a great dude and makes really amazing guitars. Great playing man !!! please tell us all you didn't tatoo Epiphone on your arm 🙃

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Dude! Thank you so much for the kind words, that means a lot to me! I'm happy to hear that he is indeed a good guy but yeah, the guitars are awesome! And errr in regards to the tattoo...Let's just say 16 year old Jack made some not so great decisions 😂

@collinmeyer6761 Жыл бұрын

I recently bought a ML3 standard with p90 and even that guitar from the lower end of the chapman lineup is outstanding. I bought it more out of curiosity because it was cheap and looked cool, but the neck feels on par with my american strat.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Totally! Exactly the same reason I ended up with the ML3 Pro dude. And the necks, right? Absolutely fantastic. Thanks for checking out the video mate 🤘

@jakehuntmusic_ Жыл бұрын

i got the OG Korean ML1 CAP10 and BEA Still going strong years later, the BEA has been my main workhouse

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Awesome man! I’m pretty jealous, never had a BEA and they are incredibly cool. Thanks for checking out the video dude, I appreciate it 🤘

@basshoh Жыл бұрын

I LOVE my Chappy .....its a stock ML1 modern and it will hang right with my Les Paul Prophecy with Fishmans Fluence set up!!!!!I am looking at the brand new .....CUSTOMER voted on build ...its the ML3 PRO semi hollow ....its in Obsidian burst loaded with the new Madrigal Humbucker from Chapman ..which I have heard ...and was told .....they are the BEST sounding pickups they had ever heard !!!!!....I know ...I KNOW .....that's a HUGE statement and I don't believe it ....BUT I am SURE they sound KILLER !!! These are the p/us that Rob heard and decided to swap these SDs for the new Chapman Madrigals!!! Thinking this is my next!!!!

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Yeah dude! They're sick guitars. That new pickup set sounds super interesting, I'd be really interested to give that a try. Thanks for checking out the video man, I appreciate it! 🤘

@ebrh1502 6 ай бұрын

i didn`t know about Chapman guitars until i saw rob scallon with his first signature and i really liked it. btw the specs of your guitar is absolutely amazing

@JackTaylorGuitars 6 ай бұрын

hola amigo. Traduje lo que dijiste, lo siento si entendí mal. No sé si viste todo el video, pero prácticamente dije lo que estás diciendo aquí. No tengo nada contra Chapper, creo que es un buen tipo. Además, ¿no tengo idea de lo que quieres decir con Argentina? ¡Gracias por ver al hombre! 🤘

@ebrh1502 6 ай бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars lmao i wrote this comment in the wrong video since this video was next to one about football on my watch later playlist, my bad.ill try to edit my comment to stay on topic this time. apoligies!!

@JackTaylorGuitars 6 ай бұрын

😂 No need to apologise my dude, that makes perfect sense haha It's easily done! Yeah man, Rob Scallon's original signatures were super cool. And thanks mate, it's a fantastic guitar. All the best bro, thank you for checking out the video 🤘

@Vndrew_ARW Ай бұрын

This video just sold me. Got it in that crispy habanero orange

@JackTaylorGuitars Ай бұрын

Bro, such a sick colour! Congrats! Appreciate you watching mate, thank you 🤘

@asensibleyoungman2978 11 ай бұрын

Can you review kettles next? I need to replace mine as it's not working properly.

@JackTaylorGuitars 11 ай бұрын

If I ever start Jack Taylor Appliances I'll let you know mate 😂

@dominicijavier1575 Жыл бұрын

i have the ml3 pro traditional 2021 model. the black one with hot tele pickups. one of the best necks I've ever played. it's my number 1 right now. i could care less about rob. in fact i don't know a whole lot about him. I just saw their guitars on my local guitar store and tried them. they're awesome so I bought two.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

I think I know the one! Sick guitars dude, I’m really glad you’re loving it. That’s all that really matters isn’t it? Thanks for checking out the video man 🤘

@nutellaking734 Жыл бұрын

Chapman kind of a double edged sword... i got my first about 6 years ago and it was from the ml3 standard line, and it's dead on. a great guitar. in 2023 I wanted to get a new one that was as close to exactly like the one I already had, for personal reasons, and it was "worse" than the one from 2017 in every way. It wasn't anything close to "bad", but the frets weren't filed off cleanly, the tone knob easily goes flying if you pull it a little too hard on stage for the push/pull, the tuning stability isn't as good and overall it doesn't feel toe to toe with what chapman has done years back, even though it cost quite a bit more. Don't get me wrong, it is still a good guitar, it just isn't great

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Totally man, they're fair criticisms considering your experiences have been a straight 50/50 split quality wise! I guess it happens sometimes but it always sucks when a guitar you were expecting to be good has it's problems. Appreciate you checking out the video mate 🤘

@tsargoyle 7 ай бұрын

My main guitar since 2015 has been a ML3 Traditional. I love the guitar immensely, it plays superbly and sound killer. Recently I was drawn to Evertune fitted guitars (Jericho and Solar brands) and had one fitted to the ML3 to bring it to spec of my newer instruments and it’s made a great guitar even better in my opinion. Chapman do made great guitars, however I think they’re chasing a player that I’m not. The hipster, coffee snobs of guitarists.. the P90s semi hollow stuff do nothing for me and that seems to be their big push lately. Also their instruments are no where near as affordable as they were. The ML3 cost me £400 in early 2015 but they’re not about double that for the Traditional ML3 models and they don’t seem to have changed the spec much. I don’t think Chapman are irrelevant.. I just think they’ve moved very far away from what they set out to be originally and their target audience is no longer the every man sort of player. Doesn’t help that Rob himself also comes across as an absolute bellend these days.

@JackTaylorGuitars 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking out the video mate, I hope you had a great Christmas! The evertune ML3 of yours sounds absolutely awesome man, I'm glad you love it. I think ultimately, as long as the guitar is great and it's something you're happy to play then whatever player Chapman are after doesn't matter too much. To me, I've always felt like they were a guitar for everyone or at least had something to suit the majority of players. I'm not a big fan of the hollowbody stuff either though, it's the modern line that I really like though I'd love to try out the ML3 pro traditional. Price wise, I'm still shocked by how much the whole industry has risen but I guess it's just a sign of the times. In terms of Chappers, I know he's an acquired taste to some and I've never had a conversation with him, but he did message me to thank me for my recent video and he always replies to his comments so he seems like a good guy to me. That's all just my take though mate, thank you for sharing yours! 🤘

@zombear8822 Жыл бұрын

You've got my sub dude, watched a few of your videos and you've always responded to my comments (top bloody dude) my issue with Chapman is the same issue I have with modern Harley benton. Inconsistency. I think both brands (pre covid) battered out decent instruments, HB has cost effectiveness on their side, 1 grand for a Chapman with major flaws nukes the brand. Glad you love yours hombre. That is the main thing in all this, fuck opinions when the wood at your finger tips inspires you

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

That’s really kind of you to say man, thank you. I appreciate the support, truly 🙇🏻‍♂️ Ultimately, you’re totally right. You’ve gotta play what you want and if you love it who cares? Thanks again dude 🤘

@grantjordan2006 Жыл бұрын

Love the work keep it going wish I could do yt. Playing Infront of thousands of people no problem but I can't do cameras lol, so you have so much more talent on top of being a great guitarist by being able to deliver well Infront of a camera. Also I've never owned a Chapman but might consider buying after watching this🤘🤘

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

That's incredibly nice of you to say mate, it means a huge amount to me. I've got loads of stuff I want to work on playing and video wise but don't we all. I never thought I could do KZfaq either mate, still don't 😂 but if you want to then you should just jump in. And give a Chapman a try if you get a chance too! Thanks again my dude 🤘

@liveseytowers Жыл бұрын

Interesting that you tried a Chapman and loved it. A good guitar is a good guitar, no matter what it says on the headstock. I can't see them being around for much longer with Solar being so popular these days. Noticed you had the guitar at an angle now, are you finding that position more comfortable to play?

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Yeah man, I'm surprised too actually but you're right. If it's good, it's good and that's it. I think there's room in the market for both of them. Ola covering the metal end of the market and Chapman covering the slightly less heavy segment. Seating position man, sitting classically has been great for my back and arms. I'm still not fully sorted but there's so much less tension everywhere. It's well worth it! Thanks my dude 🤘

@appetiteforguitar Жыл бұрын

Sounds awesome, top review! Keen to try one... thought I was going PRS SE McCarty next, but I will try this too. Can I ask what you use to record ur guitar sounds, software pls? Ur tone is great. Keep rockin' 🤘

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much my dude! The SE McCarty’s do look super nice for sure but if you can give this a try I’d totally recommend it! My tone on this one is a Neural DSP Quad Cortex preset I made based on a 5150 if I remember right but I use a lot of Neural Plugins too. Thanks again dude 🤘

@waterwulf 5 ай бұрын

Thing is. The issues are quality control which means it’s kind of a lottery whether you get a good example of a model or a bad one.

@JackTaylorGuitars 5 ай бұрын

That's fair. I haven't had a bad experience yet but that's not to say others haven't! Thanks for watching mate, I appreciate it 🤘

@COBHC8890 6 ай бұрын

I love mine! I have the same guitar, but in satin grey. I bought mine second hand at Guitar Center (Nashville). I payed $420 for it, and it's a good guitar. (Not bad, not great. Good). 🤷‍♂️

@JackTaylorGuitars 6 ай бұрын

That's cool man, I'm glad you like it! Thanks for watching 🤘

@loki3292 10 ай бұрын

I never checked them out, because no one seemed to have one on the shelf when I was shopping. Guitar Center had a few, but they were way up in the nosebleeds, and I was told by the floor manager that the "guy who works the ladder" didn't come to work that day. I think there's too much competition in that price range right now for them to have a voice. $1000 buys a great axe from a hundred manufacturers right now- why go with one you've never heard of, or seen anyone play; and can't find on the shelf?

@JackTaylorGuitars 10 ай бұрын

I totally get what you're saying and it's such a shame when the guitars are so good. It might take some work but I think for them to have a legitimate voice more people need to start giving them a chance. In the same breath, they need to work for that too. I guess it's give and take. The only thing I can say is that, for the money, I haven't played much that feels this good. Appreciate your thoughts on the matter mate, thank you! 🤘

@1Samuel1524 3 ай бұрын

I have an ml3 pro modern and it's good. It's my go to guitar.

@JackTaylorGuitars 3 ай бұрын

They are aren't they! Cheers for watching dude 🤘

@patrickkem689 Жыл бұрын

Great video! Honest great sounding. Tell ya truth the appointments are all my favs right off the box. Thanks for sharing

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

I’m stoked you enjoyed it mate, thanks so much for checking it out 🤘

@Barbarapape Жыл бұрын

Rob Chapman took a risk by asking subscribers to spec a guitar, and has said the some of the choices would not be ones that he would want. The fact that they have stuck with a reverse headstock has stopped me buying one, plus they had to change factories due to quality issues with the early batches. The latest samples seem to have improved, but are still not a guitar that says "Buy Me".

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Definitely! I think you run the risk of losing what might be authentic to you if you go by outside choices. That said, I’m a big fan of the Chapmans I’ve played now I decided to try them out! Especially the reverse headstock but that’s just me 😂 Totally fair though, sometimes a brand just doesn’t resonate with us and that’s totally cool! Thanks for watching and commenting, I appreciate it 🤘

@devilslide01 Жыл бұрын

First time at your channel, that demo riff was great! Have never played a Chapman , so can’t speak to anything about them. It looked like it was extremely playable, or you’re that good, or BOTH!

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Mate, thank you so much! The kind words and you checking out the video mean a ton to me. For my first experience with Chapman I was blown away dude. It's a fantastic thing, definitely did a lot of the heavy lifting 😂 Thanks again!

@peachmelba1000 Жыл бұрын

The biggest mistake Rob made when he got his brand up and running was being _so_ conservative with the design choices (and then all the other bullshit he heaped upon himself and his brand). I make a few guitars per year, and honestly it would be so damn easy to crank out S and T style guitars because their formulae as so well established. And yes I know the market encourages these types of designs because most players are quite conservative in their stylistic choices. I think with Chapman his brand could have survived and thrived if not for the man himself, so it wound up a convergence of guitars people could really just take or leave, and a guy running the show who came off a real tosser.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

You're right mate, something a little more unique would have absolutely been a boon to the company but it's true too that people like what they know. Thanks so much for checking out the video and your thoughts, it means a lot to me 🤘

@peachmelba1000 Жыл бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars You got it. Nice chops btw

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

I appreciate that a lot dude, thanks again 🙇🏻‍♂️

@Ghost_Electricity Жыл бұрын

Putting an angled headstock on a fender style headstock is dumb. The in-line headstock design of fenders was a design improvement that strengthens the neck. You hear about les paul headstocks snapping all the time, not tele headstocks tho.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Yeah, that’s true about the Fender style headstock. It wouldn’t be my choice to put a angled headstock on it either but let’s just hope I don’t drop it or anything 😂 Cheers for checking out the video mate 🤘

@pikkz394 Жыл бұрын

I have two Chapman guitars ML3 pro modern and a traditional I love both of them

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Awesome! I'm glad you're having a great time with them. Thanks for checking out the video mate 🤘

@porterdaniel5513 Жыл бұрын

Bro I just bought a Squier Master Series M-80 set neck with Duncan Designed humbuckers and OMG this this is sweet!! Fender Custom shop master tech Todd Krause designed and made it. Freaking sick for Squier

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

I had literally never seen that guitar before dude! Looks awesome! Hope you enjoy it man 🤘

@ItsJuuj97 Жыл бұрын

Man I was so excited when I saw they started producing the ghostfret (explorer shape) I always thought I’ve been missing out, I’ve never tried a Chapman

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

The Ghostfrets are super cool man. After this I’d love to give one a go! Thanks for checking it out as always bro 🤘

@ItsJuuj97 Жыл бұрын

Thanks to you for putting out such great content every time 💪🏻

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

@@ItsJuuj97 🙇🏻‍♂️🙇🏻‍♂️🙇🏻‍♂️

@Walkerbjj 7 ай бұрын

People dog out Chapman because it’s a trend. I don’t wish Rob bad luck with his business but the selfish side of me wishes everyone would hate them so I can buy them dirt cheap. I have the ml3 bea (with padauk neck) and it’s amazing! One of the best guitars I’ve played and I usually buy custom shop guitars. I can’t speak for the whole line but what I’ve played from Chapman was great.

@JackTaylorGuitars 7 ай бұрын

You're right man, it's kind of lame that people have to dunk on Chapman just to fit in when the guitars are so good. I'm not about that haha! But it's cool to see a lot of love for them too in the comments. The Bea model was so nice dude, I never got to play one so it's awesome to know they're as good as they looked. Thanks for watching bro! 🤘

@Walkerbjj 7 ай бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars I’ve never owned a baritone and I’m thinking about trying to find a bea baritone model next.

@BOMBPHONICS 10 ай бұрын

I’ve always liked the ml3 and still want one all the negatives make me wonder lately

@JackTaylorGuitars 10 ай бұрын

I’d wholeheartedly recommend one dude, it’s the best modern T style I’ve owned. The only thing I can say about Chapman themselves is that they’ve been incredibly cool to me when they didn’t have to and I think it says a lot about their character. Obviously make of that what you will! Thanks for watching dude, I appreciate it 🤘

@fingolfen01 Жыл бұрын

I have a few Chapmans (and Gibsons, and Fenders, a PRS, and even a Dunable) - the Chapmans certainly hold their own. My ML1 Pro Hybrid is really a workhorse and feels like a Fender that would run me at least $500 more.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome man, it’s always cool to hear from folks who’ve got the big guns to compare stuff too! I think they’re making great guitars too, for sure! Thanks for checking out the video mate 🤘

@CJLB28 6 ай бұрын

Hi Jack late to the party. The headstock veneer is ebony I’ve seen a video of Rabea mentioning it in the past in an old chapman promo vid. I’m really interested in the habanero orange one of these

@JackTaylorGuitars 6 ай бұрын

Hey dude! Ah that's cool man, thanks for letting me know. It does make sense and it's kind of obvious now you've said it 😂 The orange one is awesome, I love it! Thanks for the info and for watching 🤘

@CJLB28 6 ай бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars no problem man keep up the great work!

@Thierycompessia 4 ай бұрын

I totally agree, Chapman's neck is ridiculously so gooooood.

@JackTaylorGuitars 4 ай бұрын

They really are aren't they! Thanks for checking out the video mate 🤘

@juaquinwilson596 10 ай бұрын

"when I found it used at Chapman..." what? is there a Chapman Specific used guitar sales link? Or I am misunderstanding the Directive? Great video, Sick riffs, thanks!

@JackTaylorGuitars 10 ай бұрын

Thanks mate, I’m really glad you enjoyed it! Sorry dude, I don’t know if I misspoke, I got it used from Andertons! There is a Chapman reverb store though that has some good stuff on. Thanks again man🤘

@jamesdavies1179 Жыл бұрын

First time seeing one of your videos I really enjoyed it. I think the problem for Chapman is they've sort of rested on the laurels. Just turning out the same guitars in different colours as well as not aggressively trying to expand their artist roster. The whole KDH thing definitely damaged the reputation if you ask me that was mostly on how Rob Rob handled it. You definitely wrote. They could become an iconic brand. Look at PRS less than 50 years old, but due to the constant innovation they've become one of the free biggest guitar companies in the world. Over the last couple of years it feels like the collaborative element that may Chapman feel special and make fans connect to the brand has gone away for just finish updates of the same guitars. They brought this back recently but I think you may be a little too late for the casual player. I was really keen to get Chapman guitar but with the recent drop in collaborative design coupled with the churning out of the same guitars in different finishes. I'm really not that bothered about the brand anymore.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

That means a lot to me dude, thank you. I'm stoked you enjoyed it! From what I can gather, they've still got a lot of fight in them and they are still doing relatively well. What you said about aggressively expanding the artist roster is a big one for me. Visibility from big players is going to be key to helping elevate them to that iconic status. It's a shame that quality gear can't do that alone anymore because this thing is one of my favourite guitars! They're on their way though with Chris from Black Stone Cherry and the guys from Bury Tomorrow but they definitely need more. Thanks again mate, I'm happy to have you around 🤘

@jamesdavies1179 Жыл бұрын

They remind me very much of Dean guitars in away they're also a young company all be it not Chapman young, Dean guitars makes some fantastic guitars but due PR issues with Gibson and a once stacked artist roster dwindling to almost nothing they seem to have faded into the background which is a great shame because going back 3 or 4 years ago if you wanted a high quality guitar at a reasonable price with quality parts Dean guitars for my money were one of the best options around in the £450-600 you got some really high quality stuff. I hope Chapman doesn't go the same way I don't think they will, I think they can pull it back by going back to their roots and building their roster. I personally don't think the guitar centre deal helped at all, although I'm sure it sounded like a good idea at the time to Chapman they'd have been better off sticking to high quality smaller retailers. It made the brand feel more special and QC could be better controlled.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Yeah man, what you're saying makes loads of sense to me. I don't think they will either, they're in a much better position. Really, all they need to do is get the word out there that they're a legit brand that makes incredibly good instruments. It might take some time to win people over again but I'm confident!

@ericwarrington6650 Жыл бұрын

Seriously killer looking tele man 🤘😁🎸🎶

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Thank you my dude. Appreciate you checking it out! 🤘

@aragorn767 Жыл бұрын

I play two Chapmans. An ML1 8 string and an ML3 Modern. I love both. Quality js similar to Ibanez or Schecter.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Glad you love them too dude! I got the Schecter vibes from this too but they're both Cort made I believe. Could be wrong. Thanks for checking out the video mate 🤘

@johnwalsh9507 Жыл бұрын

lovely playing, and great review one thing though. its not a hipshot bridge. its an OEM copy. might seem pernickity to say, but way back when the Ghostfret was released, it was claimed to be a hipshot bridge, which it was not probably not the worst thing anyone has ever done, and possibly a slip of the tongue, but another example of Chapman's lack of focus/ attention to detail/ economy with the truth i have played a lot of chapman - visit andertons regularly - and they are hit or miss. and i cannot live with the reverse headstock, looks stupid on a tele but everyone to their own - great video, subscribed

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate that John, thank you! No, don't worry about that. Totally my fault, I assumed it was a legit hipshot because I thought I'd read it somewhere but when I double check everything in editing I realised I'd made a mistake. Tried to put a little edit in there but it's all good. The website does definitely specify it's a Chapman unit. It's cool to know from your experience what they're like. Based on this one I'd love to try some more so it's helpful to hear your thoughts. Thanks again mate, I really appreciate it 🤘

@darkestfugue 11 ай бұрын

very nice guitar, i was going to buy an ML1 i loved the body shape but at the time it didnt have a trem and i like my HH guitars to have individual pickup splitting options, its very handy live, i ended up going for an ibanez AZ which is a pretty great guitar, since then i wanted more ss fret guitars to play live shows with but to be honest, why buy any of them when the harley benton fusion series exists, i have 2 of them, they are so cheap and when set up to your liking i can rock any gig with them

@JackTaylorGuitars 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for checking it out man! The AZs are lovely, would love to try one out myself. But yeah, you’re totally right about the Fusions. They’re a fantastic option! 🤘

@dougbrett-matthewson2640 Жыл бұрын

They're either red hot popular here in Perth WA, or my local guitar emporium has made a massive error in their stock selection... they've got in about a dozen. But they don't often make mistakes, in my experience.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

That's cool man! Like to hear that a brands thriving. Thanks for checking out the video man 🤘

@christoguichard4311 Жыл бұрын

As Lee Anderton is the main financial backer of Chapman Guitars, I think it might have been a wise move to change the name to "Anderton" after RC decided to inform us all about his "online power" 🙄

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Not a terrible way to look at it mate 😂

@kennhern Жыл бұрын

Anderton vs Anderson guitars lol

@callmealphalfa8425 Жыл бұрын

I have an ML3 pro modern from years ago n I absolutely adore it. The neck is just omg. I hate to say this tho, but ive been laughed at 2x fairly recently when I play it out smh

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Mate, they’re sick guitars! And if people are laughing at you for the guitar you play the people laughing are probably arseholes 😂 Thanks for checking out the video dude 🤘

@monkatron Жыл бұрын

Gorgeous looking guitar in liquid teal. Sounds awesome too. Do you get the same Jim root tele vibes from that body shape and pick ups as you did with the Harley Benton?

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much my dude! Hope you're enjoying the Demmelition too! So, not at all really and initially I was a bit surprised. I expected a similar experience but, actually, this is very much its own thing. Definitely feels like a cross between a Fender and a Gibson and I'm a big fan. Cheers bro, see you soon 🤘

@monkatron Жыл бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars a lot more sustain too with that through neck design, just like the Jackson. Great video as always and I’ll catch up with you Wednesday 🤙🏻

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Thanks my dude, see you then 🤘

@scottjerard1293 Жыл бұрын

Dealer support in the ole USA is scares,atleast in my areas of operations Chapman has interested me but without hands on experience its hard for me to spend the money I have same issue with Vola another company that interests me Maybe a used one will pop up and i can see what it feels like

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

I think it's well worth a shot if you get the opportunity man but I know what it's like with trying before you buy. Vola look sick too, definitely a one I'd like to try. Thanks for checking out the video man, I appreciate it 🤘

@williamthomas5780 10 ай бұрын

Okay, who are you and thanks to youtube? (Never saw myself thanking google for anything) One of (if not literally the best) groove riffs I've ever heard, and I've been here a minute! Super dope sicky dope killer sicky bad bouncy groove. Yup.

@JackTaylorGuitars 10 ай бұрын

My dude, thank you so much! I've gotta admit, this is one of my favourite demos too. It's a little outside the stuff I usually write but it's one I intend on fleshing out into a full song. I'm stoked you enjoyed it man, thanks again 🤘 Ps. In terms of who I am: Just some internet rando who likes guitars 😂

@williamthomas5780 10 ай бұрын

@JackTaylorGuitars lol. Well, I'm notified of all of your content, so yeah, full song will confidently be in my Playlist. I'm both a Pantera AND thrailkill fan so...love a groove AND outside the box riffs. Hey, the reply is appreciated, too. Cool to kinda meet you.

@JackTaylorGuitars 10 ай бұрын

@@williamthomas5780 That’s kind of you bro, stoked to have you around! And the feedback on the riff is massively appreciated too. Nice to meet you too bro, thanks again 🤘

@5tever7272 Жыл бұрын

Danish Pete should have his own brand, not just a signature model from the lovely Rob x

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Danish Guitars and everything is purple? 😂 I'm playing obviously. I love Danish Pete's playing but I get the feeling I wouldn't vibe with his taste in instruments. Not that it wouldn't be cool for people to have! Cheers mate 🤘

@tak178 Жыл бұрын

I have a 2015 ML1 in mahogany made before the product expansion and all of the drama. In my opinion, Chapman managed to make a fantastic guitar at a reasonable price for a long time, and they are a young brand that continues to make mistakes, but meets those challenges head on. I've met Rob. He is the man you think he is. He loves guitar. He loves music. He just wants to make guitar that people will like at a price that isn't ridiculous, and that's what makes him such an enigma. Everything that happened with Riff City and the kerfuffle a couple of years back is terrible, but people make mistakes. I can only hope that he learned from it.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Absolutely mate. People do make mistakes, I'd be hard pressed to show an example of a company or person that hasn't made the wrong decision at least once in their life. It's the learning from it that matters and I'm confident that's where Chapman are moving from right now. Thanks my dude! 🤘

@pawelw.6589 Жыл бұрын

What do tou think about ML3 modern v1 for 250$ in good condition?

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t want to say for sure ‘cause this is my only experience with Chapman so far but it certainly seems like a decent price dude. For that it would at the very least be a great mod platform! Cheers for checking out the video mate 🤘

@pawelw.6589 Жыл бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars yea for this price (between 250-350 its standard series not pro) should be nice. You got classic tele Vibe but with modern sound (and classic with split coil). I think i will be not dissapointed :)

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

@@pawelw.6589 I think so too dude! I hope you have a blast with it if you pick it up 🤘

@jinordnes Жыл бұрын

Dont care about internet drama. I have the ML3 Pro Modern also and its the sickest guitar I own. Pegasus is freaking amazing.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

That's the best way dude. It really is a super sick guitar and I'm with you, these pickups are incredible. Cheers mate 🤘

@bessiebraveheart Жыл бұрын

If you'd changed the tuners then you would have almost rebuilt the bloody thing. I don't get it.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the video, I appreciate it! I am a little confused though, I haven’t changed a thing on it?

@brianryleespuerta1784 8 ай бұрын

whats the demo song called?

@JackTaylorGuitars 8 ай бұрын

It’s one of my own riffs mate so I dunno yet 😂 I think currently it’s called Chapman ML3 Demo until I turn it into a full song haha Thanks for watching man 🤘

@7387470 Жыл бұрын

I don't know anything about this brand. Are all the models metal guitars?

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the video man, I appreciate it loads! So, they aren't no. There's definitely a rock and metal focus but they have a lot of guitars under a 'Traditional' line that look great with less metal-focused features. Well worth a look! 🤘

@GuitarLessonsMadeEasy 3 ай бұрын

I’m going to try one out for sure

@JackTaylorGuitars 3 ай бұрын

I hope you love it mate, it’s definitely a favourite of mine now! Thanks for watching man 🤘

@ChristopherOrth Жыл бұрын

I have a Ghost Fret Pro and an ML1 Baritone, both neck thru, and they are both excellent guitars. I had them professionally set up and they play and sound every bit as good as any of my 3k+ Les Pauls, Teles, Robin, etc. The price of a guitar has very little to do with it's quality anymore. Also, the Ghost Fret Pro in middle position has THE best clean funk sound I've ever gotten from any guitar. And forget this bullshit about "out of the box" setup. You ship or drive a guitar from one country/state to another and it is going to shift. Guarantied. Even expensive ones. Do a professional level set up when a guitar arrives, and another in about 6 months when the wood has settled to your local climate, and many guitars will impress you that you would otherwise have passed over. Also, I would encourage any of you who have done a setup yourself on a guitar and still find it lacking to take it to an actual luthier and have the setup done again. A few hours of practice after watching youtube videos will in no way qualify you for the caliber of setup you can get from a professional.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the video man, I'm glad your Chapmans are serving you well! I fully agree that every guitar needs a set up but I do think out of the box setup is still massively important. Not everyone has the money to go and get a luthier to do everything on a guitar to make it great. I'm not saying it's not beneficial but I always try to encourage people to be their own tech. Learn what they like and then they don't have to pay out the arse for something they can do themselves. But if you've got the cash, sure thing, paying a professional will only make your guitar better! Cheers dude 🤘

@ChristopherOrth Жыл бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars Don't get me wrong, there's no real reason a guitar should play terribly out of the box, other than nobody did a setup at the factor or during QA. But that's why the guitar is $100 less. :) I was commenting on how many people now somehow judge guitars on this metric, as if it's something that can ever be achieved consistently. Best any manufacturer can do is set up as best as possible, and ship. If the climates are similar from door to door and the wood was adequately dried before construction... you're probably ok. But fast dry wood in a hot climate (like where most guitars are made now) and ship it somewhere more temperate and less humid (like where most guitars are purchased) and you are in no way going to have a realistic metric of quality. Then add personal taste of each player and... you know.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Yeah I completely agree with that mate, that’s pretty much how I look at it. I expect a guitar to be reasonably playable out of the box knowing full well I’ll do my own setup anyway. I suppose it also depends whether the guitar you’re buying was stored in your own country as stock for a while. Cheers man!

@topfloorstudio2684 Жыл бұрын

Hey man, first time here and I dig the Chappers geet vid! I'm hearing the same accent as Rabea..... what is it? I'm usually good at this but drawing a blank!

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much my dude! I think it might be the choice of words we use man, me and Bea are from different ends of the country. My accent is a Northern England one and Bea is from the South, but we’re both skaters so it could be that 😂 Thanks again for checking out the video mate 🤘

@topfloorstudio2684 Жыл бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars haha! Cool man! I would've bet money yinz were from the same neighborhood!

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately not bro but you can bet I’d have tried my best to be friends with him if we were 😂

@topfloorstudio2684 Жыл бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars for sure, dude is a shredding beast

@SophisticatedBob Жыл бұрын

Video title: "Are Chapman guitar irrelevant now?" Said by Jack during the video: "It's not really my place to comment on all that drama." Uh...dude....your TITLE is literally commenting on all that drama. Using the Chapman name to get clicks, while simultaneously asking if they are relevant.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Sorry if I confused you bro! I’m reviewing a Chapman guitar to decide if they’re relevant in this video 🤘

@Nugmania1 8 ай бұрын

Problem with Chapman, very few places to try one. I live in Winnipeg, Manitoba, that’s Canada for all my Commonwealth brothers and sisters out there. Closest to where I am, would be a 17 hr drive.

@JackTaylorGuitars 8 ай бұрын

That is an issue I've heard bro, which is definitely a shame! Hopefully they start getting into more places for folks to check out. I appreciate you watching dude, cheers! 🤘

@Nugmania1 8 ай бұрын

In addition, Winnipeg only has 2 stores that could potentially carry the line, one being Long and McQuade and St Johns Music, the later being a Yamaha dealership. A few years ago, another now defunct store, Quest Musique, had an initial run of them. Beaucoup problemo, after that, they couldn’t get any restock. As a business owner, that would spell death to anything that was not readily available.

@13StJimmy Жыл бұрын

I used to love Chappers and Lees weekly reviews in college and would enjoy the genuine camaraderie and comedy that came with the videos. The only time I got to play one of their guitars though was a used one at a local guitar center and if I wasn’t a broke college kid at the time I probably would’ve bought it it was a red and black ghost fret for like $400 or something cheap and idk maybe the previous owner had it set up but the action was super nice and felt great to play. When the whole drama with Rob and that kid went down it was weird because it seemed like a misunderstanding then with the other guitar distributor it was the same sort of thing where I felt like there was more to the story then the public would ever know… I hope Chapman continues on and does well, (hell they can send me guitars to play on KZfaq lmao) but tbh I really just want the weekly Lee and Rob reviews and challenges but Robs doing what he thinks is best for his family so I respect it

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Very well said my dude! I miss the Andertons challenges too man, they were great fun in a market that can sometimes take itself a little too seriously. Thanks for checking out the video mate, I appreciate it 🤘

@Dead-Eye Жыл бұрын

I'm not a fan of the guy or his guitars, but that was very nice playing in your demo at the start. Losing Rabea must have been a blow to the brand. Now that's a dude I do have time for.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

That's incredibly kind of you to say Rick, I appreciate it! I fully agree, Rabea is a great guy. I am glad they parted ways on good terms and that Bea made a decision for his own future but it's not going to be easy for Chapman losing him. Thanks for checking out the video mate 🤘

@Dead-Eye Жыл бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars Did you see Rabea's video with Stormzy?! I bet he's still pinching himself. Dream gig. Keep up the good work, man.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

I did mate, it was absolutely phenomenal! He nailed it, never like there would be any doubt! Thanks again man 🙇🏻‍♂️

@albertmarkethinkpr1325 Жыл бұрын

Dude I got 3 Pro level models and 1 Standard Chapman, all great instruments. The only other brand I still like beside Chapman guitars are ESP LTD 1000 series. BTW I also tried a Solar V1.6 last year, and was absolute garbage quality, sent it back to Thomann.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Stoked you’re loving yours my dude! Thanks for checking out the video, I appreciate it 🤘

@albertmarkethinkpr1325 Жыл бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars Great channel bro, looking forward to see more Chapman guitars here. Maybe @chapmanguitars will endorse you in the future now that the new Pro models are about to land. Who know maybe the you might be the first of youtubers to review the Ghostfret ;) . Cheers!

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

@@albertmarkethinkpr1325 That’s incredibly kind of you to say dude, thank you! I’m really happy to have you around 🙇🏻‍♂️ There’s at least two more Chapman videos coming within the next few weeks or so that I’m really excited about. As far as endorsements go, who can say? I’d just be happy to have a good working relationship with them because they seem like great dudes over there! Thanks again man 🤘

@albertmarkethinkpr1325 Жыл бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars 🤟🤟🤟🤟

@sempercompellis 11 ай бұрын

not my style guitar- but if you like high gain playing, you could do worse..you aren't going to get any dynamics from those pups ,,you get louder and louder...

@JackTaylorGuitars 11 ай бұрын

It's definitely great for high gain playing, that's for sure, but you might be surprised by these pickups. They're not a super high output like a JB or distortion and they've got far more clarity. Probably more of a mid to high output pickup. I just like a bit of gain on my tones 😂 Thanks for watching man!

@samblack5313 5 ай бұрын

These specific pickups are famously known for their tone knob control.

@richardjones2811 10 ай бұрын

I'm a Charvel player but think Chapman does give you more top components for your hard earned cash.

@JackTaylorGuitars 10 ай бұрын

I completely agree dude and I'm with you, I love Charvel too, but Chapman are doing a great job at providing bang for buck! Thanks for checking out the video mate, I appreciate it 🤘

@pippydog28 Жыл бұрын

I have 2 chapman's I think they are really good . They are the only non USA guits I have . They blow Charvels non USA models away

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

That's sick mate! I'm glad you're enjoying them and thanks for checking out the video 🤘

@IvanRx76 10 ай бұрын

That's the natural course of events in guitar business

@JackTaylorGuitars 10 ай бұрын

I suppose it might be but I definitely think any brand can turn it around with the right instruments and work! Thanks for watching mate I appreciate it 🤘

@brian770 Жыл бұрын

have a ghost and its nice, i also have a gibson lp and several ibanezes and a fender strat and a schecter and yes they are nice too....big deal. if ya find a nice guitar and it must be had then get it, who cares what name it is.i picked up a sawtooth last month that was well under $500 US, its also very nice.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Absolutely, people shouldn’t be scared to try stuff just because of the name on the headstock. Cheers mate! 🤘

@slug781 7 ай бұрын

That riff at the start is siiiiiiiick

@JackTaylorGuitars 7 ай бұрын

Thanks so much dude! I thinking about fleshing that one out into a full track. Cheers for watching, I appreciate it 🤘

@publicliarbility7531 9 ай бұрын

Bro. that is a filthy fkn riff in the demo.

@JackTaylorGuitars 9 ай бұрын

My dude, thanks so much! I have got this ear marked for turning into a solo track some time soon. Appreciate you watching mate, cheers! 🤘

@damasterkarej Жыл бұрын

I am very happy with ML1 Modern (noob version, not pro :D ) that I have. That's awesome axe that I've got for £350 new.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

That’s awesome dude! I’m really interested in how their less expensive guitars play so it’s cool to hear you love yours! Thanks for checking out the video mate 🤘

@damasterkarej Жыл бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars I guess all the magic ís in the neck. If guitar feels great then you want to hold it. I find it sounding good - it is fitted with Chapman pups, not Seymours. Little bit too beefy neck pickup for me. I am running it into DSL20, so rock ís where I feel comfortable. And it does the job well.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

I fully agree man, the neck is absolutely the defining part of the guitar!

@Lance37a Жыл бұрын

I have a ML3 traditional and it's great.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Yeah man! I’m super happy with this one, the necks are absolutely awesome. Appreciate you checking out the video dude, thank you 🤘

@Lance37a Жыл бұрын

@@JackTaylorGuitars you're welcome. I've had my eye on this one as well, very nice.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

@@Lance37a It’s so good dude! Made me a fan immediately! If you get your hands on one I’d love to know what you think

@chopperdeath Жыл бұрын

If you like the neck profile, the pickup config and the style get one. Other than that who cares? Seems like a decent bloke but with growth comes the need to promote the business and the "Personal and down home" angle slowly goes away. Always get what you like not what is popular.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Couldn’t have put it better myself mate! Thanks for checking out the video, I appreciate it 🤘

@D4veJap4n Жыл бұрын

How the fuck do you get a guitar with a Macassar Ebony board and Pegasus and sentient pickups for 400 pounds. How.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

I just absolutely dropped on to a bargain bro 😂 Totally felt like I’d stolen it! Thanks for checking it out dude 🤘

@LeicaCat Жыл бұрын

The biggest problem with Chapman is that Harley Benton exists.

@JackTaylorGuitars Жыл бұрын

Thanks for checking out the video mate, I appreciate it! I guess that's true if price is your main determining factor for buying over the playability or quality of the instrument. Personally, I like my HBs a lot but I'd choose a Chapman every time. That's just my take though 🤘