MASSIVE Butterscotch Telecaster Comparison! - Squier Affinity VS Classic Vibe 50s VS Fender Player
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1:29 - Blind Tone Challenge
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6:53 - RESULTS of the challenge
7:20 - Spec Comparison Deep Dive
7:30 - Guitar Weights
8:05 - Headstock
8:24 - Tuners
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11:24 - Pickguard
11:42 - Body
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@RobertBakerGuitar 4 жыл бұрын
I like the butterscotch tele the best.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
I'll have to go back and re-watch, I don't remember seeing any :P
@metalmick 4 жыл бұрын
You should lick them. I think a taste comparison would be helpful.
@intheblues 4 жыл бұрын
Robert Baker has joined the chat! 🤣
@hazelstreet1654 4 жыл бұрын
We have a silly goose here!
@thewillripper 4 жыл бұрын
Robert Baker agreed but the white blond super clean too
@IdioticPlatypus 3 жыл бұрын
I just canceled my order of the Affinity and changed it to the Classic Vibe. I had no idea it sounded like that. Thank you so much for doing the blind tone comparison. This is how reviews should be done.
@landonbailey 3 жыл бұрын
I think you’ll like the CV!
@IdioticPlatypus 3 жыл бұрын
@@landonbailey That was a good call. It's so much more versatile than I expected. All it needs now is some love and sandpaper.
@k.h.1587 3 жыл бұрын
Top loader vs string through has a definite effect on tone, the top loader will bite a tad more at the expense of some low end. I had a mid 90s all black font mexican that I am 99% sure was the squier series with that sanded off the end of the head stock. Had the cheap narrow shaft closed back tuners, and top load bridge . compared to other mex teles it was lacking in bottom end, about the same amount you lose when kicking in a TS or OD or SD, so in that respect it sounded better through the muddy when driven bugera v5 I had, but I wound up trading it in towards a 96 deluxe mex that I loved. Unfortunately my storage got hit and all of my guitars except my 93 duo sonic and MM BFR JP6 which were safe in a pawn shop, got stolen. Really liked that Tele but it did not hurt quite as bad as losing my 1984 Yamaha sbg2000. Anyway the pickups were certainly not as good in the squier series (a real fender with USA made body and neck assembled and finished in Mexico, but with squier level components), but I think the through body stringing made a huge difference. Top load had extra twang but no balls. It isn't really a Tele if it is a top loader
@davidwolsky4783 3 жыл бұрын
@@k.h.1587 Someone should probably let Jimmy Page know that his is not a "real" Tele.
@k.h.1587 3 жыл бұрын
@@davidwolsky4783 yeah what does jimmy page know? I was half in jest on my real Tele comment. I love my top load duo sonic. But that one Mex Tele I had was lacking in balls either way but the pickup was part of the equation for sure
@xmandlt 3 жыл бұрын
The Player Tele definitely had the brightest and best tone to these ears.
@TheLowest 3 жыл бұрын
I agree, sounds close between them all clean, but the clarity of the player fender really comes out in distortion
@bobsaturday4273 26 күн бұрын
Vibe had better depth
@ColinStuart 4 жыл бұрын
I've been playing Telecasters for 55 years, and I'm pretty sure my next one will be an Affinity! Play the guitar, not the headstock!
@jofal62 3 жыл бұрын
truly, i had a stratocaster classic vibe for ten years, a very cool guitar...now i own a player serie .....far more better !!!
@bluesingmusic3443 3 жыл бұрын
I've been beating on guitars since I was 7, I've got 1 more year than you. You're right about the name on the breadstick, but I found the USA Teles had better pups, better bridge etc. Not to knock any one, people should play what they like. Of course an Affinity running through a Digitech RP unit, wouldn't sound too bad.
@oskarek763 3 жыл бұрын
affinity has shitty electronics and tuners and the overall feel lacks compared to MIM, MIM plays like butter
@kingsecho3351 3 жыл бұрын
Mine is excellent. I have had if for two years and it plays and sounds amazing. I have had played for 28 years and It’s more of the player than the guitar 🎸 😉 . A good guitarist can make anything sound good
@bluesingmusic3443 3 жыл бұрын
@@kingsecho3351 I had an old Kay electric when I was around 9 or 10. I still defy anyone from Jimi, to Page to Winter to Vaughn, even the great Lonnie Johnson to make that guitar sound good, much less even make chords on it. The neck resembled an archery bow, not the newer compound bows either. Lol. Think I traded some baseball cards for it...i got cheated! No I understand your point.
@sicario7738 4 жыл бұрын
Is no one gunna talk about him air guitaring during the blind test lmaooo
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
nope 😝👌
@paulillingworth90 4 жыл бұрын
I’ll talk about it. Dude you couldn’t think of doing anything else on screen for the time of the blind tone test. Even just random pics of the guitars in different lighting or some shit lol. And I’m really not trying to be an a hole or condescending I’m just seriously curious. If your joking I guess we just have a very different sense of humor
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
@@paulillingworth90 random pics is what everyone else would do. welcome to Lando27music. I don't make regular stuff :)
@paulillingworth90 4 жыл бұрын
Lando27Music the random pics was an example I pulled from my ass not putting any thought into it. I assume though that you put thought into this because everything else in the vid is educational and a good a b c ing of 3 similar guitars. Idk just seems like the air guitar in the background is wasted energy to me. To each his or her own though. Your vid and you can play air guitar in the background of the entire video if you want. And all your vids from now on. Maybe it will be your new thing. If you had a thing to begin with. Idk this is the first time I’ve ever seen a vid of you. Well have a good day. Who am I anyway. I can’t judge your shit. Sorry.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
@@paulillingworth90 no apologies! I like all feedback. go watch a few of my videos, and maybe you'll see the humour I try to inject into my stuff :) cheers!
@tommibjork 4 жыл бұрын
Squier Classic Vibe, the Y. Sounded best on every setting to me.
@nicholas_james 4 жыл бұрын
I completely agree; I thought for sure Y was going to be the Fender, yet the Classic Vibe Squier wins the day.
@tommibjork 4 жыл бұрын
@@nicholas_james clearly the price does not reflect to sound guality, but will every SQ sound as good. Hard to say.
@lee-stig 4 жыл бұрын
Can't agree more~
@vertseven 4 жыл бұрын
The Squier Classic Vibe has a cleaner more full tone. It's objectively a more pleasant sound. But the Fender Player has a more raw sound. That raw sound is what I expect and like about the telecaster.
@scottamey1 4 жыл бұрын
I second that. The fender player sounded hotter but the classic sounded like an old worn vintage.
@rooroo3199 4 жыл бұрын
Weird, i found the affinity probably the best on clean very slightly ahead of the Fender, the classic vibe last, but mainly because of the clean tones. On distorted there was little difference imo, possibly the fender had a bit more air in the sound. It's weird how everyone hears it differently. So the difference is mainly in the feel and playing possibly. This seems to be the conclusion on so many of these youtube comparison tests. Great vid!!
@ericflibotte2976 4 жыл бұрын
I also found the affinity to be best sounding (though in my experience they tend to have really poor fretwork), it had the least bright neck pickup which would be great for a jazzy sound.
@jjryan1352 2 жыл бұрын
Did you listen with good headphones or through decent speakers? There were very clear differences.
@omega2rx 7 ай бұрын
I wonder if the extra shielding helped with better clean tone on the affinity 🤔
@adriandelacroix 3 жыл бұрын
I was actually very surprised how accurately I could hear the differences in a blind sample, great idea man. The gap between the Affinity and Classic Vibe was greater than I had expected honestly. The difference in the Classic Vibe and the Fender was fairly minimal in comparison, but it was there. The clarity and sustain, but both sounded great.
@BadChizzle 4 жыл бұрын
We are Tele guys, that’s for sure. I don’t get tired of looking at em.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
it took me a few years to figure out I was a Tele guy. I've now accepted it. lol :P
@ManGOoization 4 жыл бұрын
so true ,hahah
@davenorman6717 4 жыл бұрын
😆
@bluesingmusic3443 3 жыл бұрын
I've noticed they're kind of shaped like a woman. Not only great guitars but pleasing to the eye as well. Before my wife died 6 yrs ago, had mine on its stand in the front room. She said it actually looked good there, & went with her decor.(so I didn't have to move it!)
@AGM124PGT 3 жыл бұрын
@@bluesingmusic3443 I'm more of a blues on e kinda guy
@mickeylikecrazyy 4 жыл бұрын
Not gonna lie. My favorite was Y the whole time. Followed by X. But the whole time I was thinking wow... I really do not like Z. Come to find out it's the Fender.
@zac1002 4 жыл бұрын
same!!! HAHA. I ranked them 1) Y, 2) X, and Worst by far) Z. According to that I assumed it was X = CV, Y = Fender Player, Z = Affinity. 😂😂😂 OOPS
@Mamo878 4 жыл бұрын
@@zac1002 Yup. The Fender is actually pretty disappointing sound wise. Just saved a bunch of money not getting or lusting after one. The CV is just sounds better. But that gloss neck is crap. But a Scotch-Brite pad can help with that.
@BoltRM 4 жыл бұрын
Same all the way, Y, X, Z. Y without any doubt at all is clearly the best sounding. I naturally assumed it was the Fender. X was my 2nd fav, although I was thinking with the clarity of Z, one might be able to achieve the X sound by turning the tone a little darker? 🤔
@paulv3997 4 жыл бұрын
Zush exactly, everybody saying that CVs are well finished, but that truss rod insert defect is awfull
@johnbanks5106 4 жыл бұрын
I was def surprised. I felt the same way.
@LRHutch Жыл бұрын
I actually liked the Affinity better than the Player series tone. I have a few classic vibes and they are always a good choice for the money. Thanks for the comparisons, great job playing riffs from tunes we all know.
@brianmartin1139 Ай бұрын
the CVs are great.
@jonnykanesantos 4 жыл бұрын
Really above and beyond. The blind sound test really solidified my choice to go for the fender. I didn't want something the level of the affinity and I didn't want a gloss neck. Might go for black tho. Very grateful these are all available lefty. Never used to have to research choices when I started lol. Thanks for this video. The work put in is very appreciated
@gabebarber5813 4 жыл бұрын
My favorite was the classic vibe. It sounded the best to me and I love the vintage looks.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
👍🎸
@dball5243 4 жыл бұрын
The Affinity was dark and muddy. The Player sounded better but; the classic vibe sounded to have higher output and more of that Tele twang! It sounded the best by far as far as I'm concerned. Sound matters, not a pound!
@Lalairu 4 жыл бұрын
They have really nice pickups. I have the 60s custom and sounds awesome too
@Um_im_ryan 4 жыл бұрын
I wouldn’t say best by far but I would agree with the rest
@malcolmhardwick4258 4 жыл бұрын
Lalairu I just put a humbucker in the neck of mine ☺
@Lalairu 4 жыл бұрын
@@malcolmhardwick4258 I am saving for doing so! I already bought the new pickups, but I still want to install a 6 saddle bridge
@hazelstreet1654 4 жыл бұрын
Well, weight does affect the tone quite a bit....soooo..oo.oo
@kellendumaop899 2 жыл бұрын
Wow the guitar X-Affinity model-honestly sounded the best everytime! If I ever get this guitar I can also look forward to a great price 👍🏽
@landonbailey 2 жыл бұрын
Rock on!
@myname4127 2 жыл бұрын
To me it sounds kinda blurry. But that's just my personal taste, I prefer a clearer sound
@robphillips8351 2 жыл бұрын
The affinity sounds mellower in the top
@robphillips8351 2 жыл бұрын
Top end I meant, more compresses and a lot less upper mids Spike, Best for rock, which is a good thing . No offense to country music or anything of course.. but definitely a Cool cheap axe
@smashdalde9713 2 жыл бұрын
Saw one in my local music shop window 18months or so ago,absolutely gorgeous looking guitar-and a steal for around 130 rips..didn't get it tho,mistake because it doesn't sound too bad..After having an evh bumblebee for about 5 years now,i'm a huge fan of satin(to the point of unfinished)necks,can't deal with all that varnish anymore.I think will eventually get hold hold of one these tele's,that's for sure..
@Insomnia_tic 3 жыл бұрын
This channel is the goat for side by side comparison. Keep it this way! It’s efficient, entertaining, and informative. I also liked them in the order Z,Y,X. But I really really want that classic vibe neck.
@landonbailey 3 жыл бұрын
I appreciate that!
@BL-gc6tv 4 жыл бұрын
I liked the intimate way the video was shot in your cool practice room. I think you organized your review well, and kept to informative and concise comments. I have seen many reviews in the past 12 months. This, for my tastes, is definitely one of the best. Thanks Landon.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
thanks appreciate that!
@Rocketsong 4 жыл бұрын
For what it's worth, I thought the Classic Vibe sounded best "clean" and the Player Tele best dirty.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
I like hearing all feedback! 🎸👍
@samthelima 4 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@dbo4506 4 жыл бұрын
Yeh I found it hard to really pick definitively which one I preferred on clean although I did just lean towards the player. But dirty the player was a step above for sure.
@Frett3000 3 жыл бұрын
This may be the best comparison video I've ever seen. Completely accurate sounds. I got to try a Player and Classic Vibe with the same amp at a shop. They sound so close to each other, any difference can easily be EQ'd away. The necks are quite different, which is why I bought the Player, but that's totally personal preference. If you like thin, glossy necks, save some money and buy the CV.
@landonbailey 3 жыл бұрын
Cool, thanks!
@stringbender57 4 жыл бұрын
Excellent job on the review Landon! As a former Fender factory authorized guitar tech and having owned 6 Fender American made Tele's, you addressed all the questions in my mind. The photos were crystal clear and I'd say the sound portion was done about as fairly as one could expect. My choice in sound was guitar Y (Classic Vibe). Although on one example the Affinity sounded better to me. On two dirt examples the Fender Player sounded best. As far as appearance, the Classic Vibe wins! And for build quality the Fender Player is the clear winner. I would get the Classic Vibe as it looks best, sounds great and is very affordable. But all three guitars held their own considering their price point.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
hey thanks! ya the Classic Vibe has been getting the most attention from people commenting. great value if you can find one that isn't 9 lbs!
@marclandry572 2 жыл бұрын
I had the Fender right .Clean is where the differences
@matthare7321 2 жыл бұрын
Mate you are bloody well spot on
@jamesholmberg3158 4 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing! I just picked up a Squire Affinity in a pawn shop. It was SO clean! Looked newer than any guitar on the wall at Guitar Center. I shit you not, there was not even any scratches on the pick guard. Mind-blowing. I figured this had to have come in a nice case. Nope, but it did come with a nicer gig bag by than I've ever seen. Other than having to dress the fret ends a bit(I'm extremely lucky about neck/fret feel) I've done nothing. This thing not only looks great but the pick ups sound fabulous. Especially surprised with the bridge pickup. It has incredible bite but still sounds yummy. If someone gave me a completely blind listen I would assume it was a humbucker. A nice one at that. I didn't have a clue about value, but it was totally willing to pay $150 especially with that nice padded bag. After I got home I realized that's probably what a brand new one costs... so... it's a good thing I somehow got a brand new one AT A PAWN SHOP! Thanks spoiled kid that had no interest at all in learning guitar. lol
@bluesingmusic3443 3 жыл бұрын
Try a 4 or 5 way switch. 4 way gives you both in series that will give more bite. The 5 way will give you both series, & both out of phase (plus the usual standard pup positions).
@clockwork914 4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic comparison. Subscribed❕ Also: Very first video I’ve watched.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
hey thanks! welcome 👍🎸
@AMS82005 3 жыл бұрын
Great video, man! Thank you so much for all of the effort and in-depth run-through. I'm looking at buying a Player Series so this was a great insight. Thanks again!
@landonbailey 3 жыл бұрын
hey thanks! they have the best neck in my opinion, compared to all 3
@emmanuelmeyermeyer1083 3 жыл бұрын
This was great. I was searching for a comparison of the three teles. You opened them up which is great to see before you buy. Thank you
@landonbailey 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@favoriteblueshirt 4 жыл бұрын
This is an excellent review of the three guitars. Best I've seen.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
hey thanks! I've also done individual demos of each to check out
@BrianLeverett 3 жыл бұрын
I love the shots of all three lined up together side-by-side!
@knuckleheadsaloon Жыл бұрын
This was a really great review and most helpful. Thankyou for creating this. I really loved how you opened them all up to see the construction
@landonbailey Жыл бұрын
👍🎸
@mauriciogambini 7 ай бұрын
Thanks for this great video ! It was very helpful seeing all the 3 ones side by side with details.
@rsaragosa 4 жыл бұрын
Good job Landon great video, nice shots of each guitar. I wasn't able to guess correctly which guitar was which. I did not like the sound of the Affinity and I actually preferred the sound of the classic vibe the best it had a warmer tone that I prefer. The Classic vibe guitars really are a great value and they feel great of all the ones that I have ever played. I do own a Mexican Telecaster that I think for the money is very hard to beat. It comes down to as you say what feels good to you. I will say the parts on the Classic vibe or the Mexican series will probably serve you better over the long run. Thanks again for your time and effort on this.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
hey thanks Ruben!
@leroysenic7153 4 жыл бұрын
I have a butterscotch Affinity that I modded and LOVE. It's become something of a go-to, eclipsing several more highly regarded vintage guitars. I got it on Craigslist for $75. Swapped out the pickups for a set of Bare Knuckle Country Boys, stepped up to 500k pots, and swapped the pot metal saddles for a stainless steel set. AMAZING. I'll swap out the nut at some point, but as is it sounds beautiful. The slimness of the body IS something of an issue. Before my mods, it really lacked that hearty tone you expect from a Telecaster. Even after, the richness of the tone is great, but not optimal. However, I have found that I can reverb/compress that traditional Tele tonality back into it while preserving a classic clean, "hot" Tele sound that stands up to vintage American Teles. And, at under $500. I'm not suggesting this as a way to go, but as more of an appreciation of what Squier's offer, even at their most...uh...budget friendly point.
@_Wingman Жыл бұрын
Excellent video dude ! I ordered my Classic Vibe 50's Today ! Thank you very much for taking your time to make this Very informative video !
@woodyforest2100 2 жыл бұрын
GREAT job! I’m looking at the classic vibe and your work here confirms my leaning towards one vs a more expensive choice. Every time I liked the sounds and looks of the cv. Thanks for this video!
@landonbailey 2 жыл бұрын
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@demian113 3 жыл бұрын
The CV sounded the best for me all the way through. More clarity and presence without the brittleness in the highs/upper mids on the Player tele. I own a first run 2008 50s CV tele and tbh very few have beat it to my ears and it was solid right out of the box. However, my 2019 Fender Player strat came without the ground soldered and needed quite an extensive setup. I heard it said guitars are made by people and people aren't always consistent whether it's a factory in the US, Mexico, China, or Indonesia. YMMV
@douglasalexander4348 2 жыл бұрын
@ted mailwitz. Spot on. I have an American strat. The difference over MM is that the finish has been ? through a good quality control, can’t quite explain it but you can feel it. Since guitars are tactile I found the difference in £ worth it. As you said, the CV was finished better than a MM tele though and sounded better. Saved a few quid there, so it’s evened out ! I really don’t care where it’s made, it’s the finished product that counts. BTW, I read someone else had problem with player grounding ?
@jeremywooldridge5537 4 жыл бұрын
I was never a Tele guy at all. Bought a CV 50s in Butterscotch about a month ago and am pretty blown away by it. Budget guitars have really come a long way. It's not even really fair to call them that anymore.
@PurpleLightning6was9 4 жыл бұрын
Jeremy Wooldridge I wish I was living the lifestyle where a CV is considered “budget”. I think they’re affordable for their quality. But certainly not cheap for a block of wood made (mostly) by machines.
@mauser8515 4 жыл бұрын
Stop wishing and get to work. The Squire is $222 right now. That's cheap as F
@rjohnson1690 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah budget guitars have come a long way. Back in the 80s-90s you had to pay $3-500 for something even playable. If I was able to get at CV in 1989 I may have continued playing in my teens.
@monty64 4 жыл бұрын
@@mauser8515 where I live the cheapest brand new CV 50's costs US$600, that's not what we call a budget guitar around here. There are good Teles for US$200 or 300, so the CVs are not exactly budget for us. But I have one and it's an amazing guitar, better than the 3 Teles MIM I've had, any way you look.
@mauser8515 4 жыл бұрын
@@monty64 I hear ya, I was speaking of the Affinity Squire. Both have about the same quality of parts. The neck feels a little better on the CV. I'm rebuilding an Affinity and can tell you it is not a very well made guitar. In spite of that, it will play as good as I can make it sound. Cheers man, hope you have or can get a good electric guitar. The Stratocasters are really easy to hold and play for 5-6 hours a day. Thats all it takes to be the next great. Hard work.
@robbedontuesday Жыл бұрын
I have just bought a "Made in Argentina" Newen Tele, so I am checking every video there is on yt about Telecasters. Kudos to your video, one of the most thorough and specific (no bs) ones, covering sound as well as hardware and physical features. AMAZING. MAD PROPS.
@Stu-Vino 3 жыл бұрын
just ordered a Classic Vibe - can't wait to play it! Your video really helped me to decide, so thank you.
@landonbailey 3 жыл бұрын
Have fun!
@tonedriverss8629 4 жыл бұрын
" Y " was my favorite Z next and X last . But ... only very subtle differences . Really liked them all . They all had that great Tele tone . I miss my Classic Vibe Buttercsotch Tele . It was a real good one . But now I would go for the Mex player . Still have my affinity .What a great vid you put together here Landon ! Love this kind of in depth highly informative video . Super job ! Very well done video bro . Much enjoyed this !
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
thanks!
@TheRycooder 4 жыл бұрын
@@landonbailey Mine also...
@79Adam 3 жыл бұрын
I purchased the Classic Vibe version and I'm absolutely blown away by the quality. I can't say if mine is a typical example but I've paid 2-3 times as much for guitars that aren't as good. It feels great, plays really nicely, the QC is excellent. The body has even been routed for a humbucker. I also have a Classic Vibe 60's Strat which is also excellent.
@alessandrocarugo5911 3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. It is exactly what i've searching for. It helps me a lot for my purchase choice. Thank you!!
@landonbailey 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@badlands7627 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! This video was exactly what I was after. So helpful to see them all side by side.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@Strato13 4 жыл бұрын
I own several premium guitars, as well as one of my latest s, a Fender Player Series Arctic White lefty Stratocaster which gives my 09 USA Fender a run for its money, etc. having said that, I recently found a beautiful mint condition left handed Squier Affinity Tele for 120$ vis OfferUp. With some polishing, light tuning up, and fresh strings, sounds beautiful. I wouldn’t say that you HAVE to buy the more expensive guitars at all. Honestly, I sound identical no matter which of my guitars I play. Great video! I love my Affinty series Tele😊
@markkovalsky218 4 жыл бұрын
I've had the Classic Vibe for about 6 years. It's my go-to work horse. I use it for everything. I picked out the Classic Vibe in the tone comparison right away. I love the spank and clarity of the neck pickup, the honk of the middle, and the heat of the bridge. I think it is well worth its weight in salt.
@moyleeppelstun638 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Landon I believe this is the best video you have ever done, especially the neck size that was the best I've ever watched, really enjoyed it..
@landonbailey 3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@hakanandre 3 жыл бұрын
Love the efficiency of your review, no BS. Great!
@landonbailey 3 жыл бұрын
Much appreciated!
@caseylee12 4 жыл бұрын
Great comparison. I picked out the Affinity, but on the other 2, l went back and forth. I have a Squire classic vibe 50s. I LOVE this guitar! When l bought it, l played am American Standard, An American Professional, and the classic vibe 50s. I couldn't get over the tone and feel of the classic vibe, so l bought it. But all 3 are great guitars and anyone could be proud to play any of them.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
hey thanks!
@SuperJerot 4 жыл бұрын
The perfect video comparison of guitars! This is how it everybody should do it.
@natlparkdude 4 жыл бұрын
Great job with the video. Super sharp images. Really showed off these beautiful guitars. Nice review.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
Hey thanks!
@joesmith-wc5qh 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for taking the time to do this wonderfully informative post. I am just about to pick up the vibe and you have really helped me make the right decision for me.
@landonbailey 3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@joesmith-wc5qh 3 жыл бұрын
@@landonbailey might buy a vintage neck and bolt it on. Or take some 0000 steel wool and artificially buff some wear and tare age into it, especially the back of the neck.
@reileyb 3 жыл бұрын
The classic vibe was hands down the nicest sound and sadly I felt like x and z were very close and couldn't make up my mind which was the affinity.
@jonathankeith524 3 жыл бұрын
I just bought a 50’s Classic Vibe, and this makes me feel better about my purchase. Haha Although I would still be happy with it either way, because I love the way it plays and sounds.
@roberthunniecutt3879 3 жыл бұрын
Hey Landon, I guessed which was which based on personal past listening experience. I am 54 years old, and have listened to enough Rock to know that a Classic Tele sound has a full robustness un surpassed soul wise. There is a balance between the depth, clarity and chime. I found and had a hunch that the Infinity would sound punchier and yet thin, and I just found that the Player had what i call the "trying too hard to be cool " sound and look. Well I guess it really is and was known to be a Classic before any of us were able to judge them. Personal preference is the key, so, when the Classic was made, there must have been majority vote on what to name this Classic Tele. Thank you, great informative coverage of some great guitars, especially the Classic which is the model of what would change the world forever. Rock On , live long and prosper !!
@johngrzymkowski6325 2 жыл бұрын
The best comparison review I’ve watched. Great explanations & photos. Thanks.
@landonbailey 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@samguerrero8740 3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the comparison Landon! This video was very useful for someone who was looking to get their first electric guitar. I knew I wanted to get a Telecaster, but I wasn't sure which model to choose. I decided on the Classic Vibe Tele after watching this video. The guitar looks and sounds great! Thanks dude, subscribed!
@landonbailey 3 жыл бұрын
cheers!
@sonikku997 4 жыл бұрын
Yep. Got them right. The affinity was easy to spot but I just guessed for the other two. Turns out my favourite was the player, but the CV sounded good as well. CV is pretty high output though, which is weird for a vintage inspired guitar.
@user-sz5xs7dm4u 4 жыл бұрын
Alnico 5 on cv
@tomascamolas6225 3 жыл бұрын
I loved when he played just in the blind test. Nice surprise
@alex6996 2 жыл бұрын
Can’t get the stink off
4 жыл бұрын
This is a fantastic review! I’m glad i found this video.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@thedemolicious 4 жыл бұрын
Great demo. Thanks!
@kenansari 4 жыл бұрын
My favs 1-X 2-Z 3-Y
@kernjames 3 жыл бұрын
Same as my choices. At least we two have something in common. hahahah
@kenansari 3 жыл бұрын
@@kernjames i love you
@sammyrothrock6981 4 жыл бұрын
I have the Affinity lefty.. It has the coolest finger board all swirly burly up and down the whole neck.. The grain on the body is very beautiful! Especially in person.. I had to take some fret edges off using a sand block.. The fit and finish was perfect.. The ceramic pickups are a bit bright and twangy but you can dial it back with the tone 🎛. Love the feel of the neck.. The first one I had to send back to AMS it had loose frets raised frets and sharp frets! Besides that the body wood had gray black moldy looking wood just a very poor specimen.. AMS was amazing they got to me before I sent the other back.. Quick overnight shipping.. They even gave me 30.00 dollars off for the hassle! Great payment plans no hard inquiries and zero interest!! No one beats that.. May I also say Im in no way affiliated with them whatsoever.. American Music Supply rocks though I bought a George Benson style Jazz box as well.. Great review thanks! 👍
@steveschenker1380 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks man, this was the comparison I was looking for!
@landonbailey 3 жыл бұрын
No problem!
@luckyfamilyman Жыл бұрын
What an awesome comparison and Review thank you so much after looking at the photos with that chill music I became one With the classic vibe model
@landonbailey Жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@EddyCBlues 3 жыл бұрын
I got a CV 50’s today. At first I had my eyes on an American Professional, wanting to trade it for one of my other guitars. But I watched several reviews about the CV series and decided to give it a go. And I love it! Only had to adjust the truss rod a bit, but otherwise, it was all good. Love the sound and how it plays. And indeed, the finish looks better than the Players butter scotch finish. I might change the tuners and saddles in the future, maybe the switch and control knobs. This CV is made in Indonesia by the way, not China. I heard the Indonesia made CV’s don’t have the shielding paint inside. Haven’t checked that yet.
@coloneltrumpman 4 жыл бұрын
And ladies and gentlemen, this is how a review/comparison video should be done! Great work.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly!
@jmmusicstudio522 4 жыл бұрын
Squire Affinty, guitar x was my favourite
@vegasspaceprogram6623 2 жыл бұрын
I haven't played the other 2, but I love my player telecaster. Sounds beautiful and clear to me running through a Marshall. Get whichever sounds nicest to you, not to other people!
@kramnhoj42 4 жыл бұрын
When you get so focused on listening to pick out the diffence between the teles but then you realized that the reviewer is doing air guitar and turns upside down in the background Haha. I love teles. A very detailed review as always.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
Misdirection for the win!
@monty64 4 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video, congratulations. Your channel is great, really useful information presented in a light and clever way. BTW, I have a Classic Vibe Blonde, amazing guitar, can't see anything I'd change on it. Cheers from Brazil.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
thanks Mauro! 🎸👍😊
@gtrriffs 3 жыл бұрын
Me too. Awesome guitar
@SubterraneanBruh 3 жыл бұрын
oh whoah.... the blind tone was such a nice addition to the vid... turns out I liked how the affinity sounds more than the player series.
@markteague5013 2 жыл бұрын
I really liked the Classic Vibe best. I actually thought it was the Player Series.
@djmartinez5054 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much. This is such a great shootout because I'm heading over to Guitar Center right now! I did correctly identify the Player in the tone test. Clean is the best way to tell in my opinion. Actually, this review makes me realize that buying the cheapest one would not be the end of the world. I love how you showed the internal hardware and were pleasantly surprised at the Affinity's build quality. I tend to like a flat bridge so I can comfortably rest the side of my palm on it and not get poked by sharp metal posts. The Affinity beats the 50s in that respect. The finish on the neck is a great feature to point out, too. Bottom line, the Player wins in every respect. Buy it if you can afford it!
@Rohdy1sland Жыл бұрын
I play the affinity over 6 years and iam still pretty impressed that this guitar still is in a good condition. I changed the pickups to fender tex mex pickups and the sound is mind blowing. So for the price of 200(euros) you get allot. This guitar is really a workhorse (playing every day at home, rehearsals and shows)
@jeffstone7912 3 жыл бұрын
Very thorough review!
@sevenaevin Жыл бұрын
Thank you very much. That is all i have been looking for.
@toddpratt7222 4 жыл бұрын
I'm a beginner but agree with your choices and why. For me I'd start with the Classic Vibe for affordable quality. I also think you should put one in your hands for feel. Great video.🤘🤘
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
👍🎸
@jswearengen7109 4 жыл бұрын
I got the challenge correct. I nailed the Affinity right away, but I got lucky on the CV and PS. I recently purchased a nice Classic Vibe tele with alder body and cream binding. I opened it up, expecting smaller pots and such, but it had full size Alpha pots, and a fender stamped bridge pickup with the copper plate on the bottom. Those are the same components of some "upgrade kits". It sounds great and plays better than some MIM Fenders. If one doesn't suffer from head stock shame, the Classic Vibe is a great value.
@jmac645 Жыл бұрын
Awesome comparison video!
@Frank-in-NY 2 жыл бұрын
Hey Landon...Terrific comparison review, you really did an outstanding job. I had the CV & the Player reversed, so I liked the CV the best.
@Roadking26 4 жыл бұрын
When I was looking for a tele, I looked at them all. I ended up with the Affinity. Playing them in person is way different then hearing them in a video Even my guitar tech commented that it sounded more like the 57 than the 57 reissue. I own about 20 guitars as last count. Some very high end, and some lower end. I like finding cheaper guitars that play well, and adding some upgrades like pups, tuners, pots, and wiring. So $200 for a Dean VX, and about $150 in mods, and it sounds, and plays better than some of my $1000 + guitars. Like my tech says, if the neck is good than the guitar is worth upgrading. I didn't have to do any mods to the Tele.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
it's all about the neck! I have a $70 Monoprice Strat clone with an amazing neck. I made a video about it last year
@skrewflanders 4 жыл бұрын
I agree completely, if a cheaper one feels and plays better you can always upgrade parts.
@SteveAtkinsonFineArt 4 жыл бұрын
Favorite sound for me came in at, "Y" Classic Vibe then "Z" Player then "X" Affinity, but I'm not digging the gloss neck on the Classic Vibe. Really well done Landon, stellar!
@cjPotter 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for great informative videos.
@bilbaggins1 11 ай бұрын
Excellent comparison video. Many thanks. A lot of time & effort put into this so we can make the right choice! 10/10.
@landonbailey 11 ай бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@jasonreeve3040 3 жыл бұрын
Based on blind tone: the affinity was the least pleasing while the others were equal and different. The CV, to my ears, had a bit more bite while the Fender had a wider and deeper sound. Three good guitars.
@desenvolvimentopessoal.2 2 жыл бұрын
Muito bom a forma como foi comparado os sons, desta forma não julgamos pela marca e nome, mas sim pelo timbre. PARABÉNS
@101greasemonkey5 2 ай бұрын
Love your videos and the humor makes it fun. Thanks for the review of these three very in-depth. I did guess the sound comparisons correctly well sort of the first two sounded almost the same to me the player in my opinion sounded much better more clarity and ring. I have a 40th anniversary Squire tele that I really like after a couple mods. I installed a Fender 62 neck pickup and a 4 way switch it really improved the sound. Thanks again great job!
@caspernico 4 жыл бұрын
Good video, very usefull. Im a beginning guitar player and I'm picking up the affinity series tele tomorrow :)
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
🎸👍
@VSMarvelous 4 жыл бұрын
today im gonna buy a telecaster and this is the best comparison video i've ever ever seen :) thank you so much ....
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
Glad I could help!
@JGAbstract 4 жыл бұрын
Your camera is amazing, its crazy how crisp the image is.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
oh thanks, has a lot to do with the lightning
@rockybalboa2526 4 жыл бұрын
Hey, i just found your video here, watched it complete. And now wanted to say, Great job! Thorough, comprehensive, reasonable and honest commentary. And You care! Great job.. just saying.. Im not a tele guy.. But i enjoyed your work here.. All the best.. ( and ps.. as a serious guitarist, we really only need THAT ONE GUITAR! : / close your eyes, put them all through your favorite amp, and let your hands and ears decide! : )
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome, thank you!
@leedee4968 2 жыл бұрын
Hey buddy great Expo video I have the Squire butterscotch blonde 50s and it is awesome😉
@landonbailey 2 жыл бұрын
Very cool
@CarlosPCastaneda 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for using Rush's Fly By Night in your demo! Loved it!
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
it was rough, but no prob!
@FireWaffle19 4 жыл бұрын
What caught my ear best that I liked was z then y and I really didn’t like x. When he did the reveal I was very surprised! This is the best tele video I’ve watched so far. Thank you for helping me make a decision & save money!
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
hey thanks! was fun to put together
@decodeddiesel 4 жыл бұрын
Absolutely top notch review. I wasn't sold on spending the extra money on the Fender until I saw this.
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
Right on! For me it’s the neck. pickups can be swapped out :)
@lignitedaze 2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic video. Trying to compare specs - and the expected trade-offs - from lists on screen has been doing my head in. But actually seeing everything, especially what's under the hood i.e. wiring and shielding, really adds to the experience. Easier to make an informed choice even if I'm still largely at the mercy of my wallet! Thanks.
@landonbailey 2 жыл бұрын
cheers!
@speedunknown 3 жыл бұрын
The Squire 50’s all the way. I’ve played that one before. The alnico pickups and the pot metals used gives them a cheaper raunchier quality that vintage Fenders are known for!
@forell-music 3 жыл бұрын
I got a Squier affinity, but it was made in China. The strings run through the body, though, and there was no shielding whatsoever in it. My tuning machines were all crooked on it and pretty bad. But I changed them with Kluson locking tuners. It plays lovely and sounds great. I think I will change the switch and potis at some stage. Was thinking about changing the pickups as well, but to be honest they sound just fine, there's nothing wrong with it. So with some work and maybe 40 Euros extra, I turned it into a pretty fine guitar.
@JaimeCerrada 2 жыл бұрын
The blurred background with you doing the air guitar even with the strap on your shoulder is the most awesome part of the video, no doubt! Hahaha!
@landonbailey 2 жыл бұрын
Rock on!
@DPHC13 3 жыл бұрын
Nice production and review. Thanks for the info!
@landonbailey 3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching!
@AndreyFadeev-rw3jx 4 жыл бұрын
Radiohead's "Just", oh how I love it!
@landonbailey 4 жыл бұрын
I always try to add some Radiohead riffs :)
@bobkemp5043 2 жыл бұрын
The classic vibe sounded the best to me i love telly's and have owned many if i owned the player i would upgrade the pups but still a great guitar 😊👌great review 👍
@landonbailey 2 жыл бұрын
cheers!
@artlupinacci6759 3 жыл бұрын
Very nice, loved the look inside.... thank you!
@bryanneal7889 Жыл бұрын
Nice comparison and great air guitar work!
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