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This Amazing Guitar was Under $200 IYV IPF 300 TSB and I am still pinching myself to make sure it's real.
About a month and a half ago I bought a new amp and I plugged in my Fender Squire strat and I was instantly disappointed. I wanted the full humbucking sound and I just could not get it with my strat!
This experience sent me on a search for an axe that was affordable (another starving musician here) but more importantly could give me the playability and sound I was looking for. So I checked out all the big names in guitar reviewers like Darrell Brawn and Max Guitars and frankly I was not really finding what I wanted.
What I wanted was something that was flashy looking, played great out of the box and had "the sound" I was looking for. A full bodied humbucking sound that I could not only use for rock but also for a full bodied clean sound and then play some blues as well.
So i went on a search through Amazon and I came upon IYV guitars, they had several listed.
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@redelk2974 Год назад

These IYV's are very nice. i like every one Ive played.

@dennyps1 Год назад

I agree 👍, I've had to do little setup things to each one, but they are quality guitars at an affordable price

@zuperdee 2 года назад

I have this same model, as well as the IP-350 solid body version! The IPF-300 is without question the lightest guitar I’ve EVER seen! I absolutely love mine, for this reason as well as others. One thing you didn’t mention is that it seems slightly neck heavy-only SLIGHTLY though, and definitely not as bad as something like a Gibson SG or an Explorer. The solid body IP-350 weighs ~7.5 lbs, so it’s slightly heavier, but it balances better, if you care about that sort of thing. I also find the IPF-300 more warm and “airy,” while the IP-350 seems a bit more punchy and articulate, and has better sustain. That said, I’d still pick up the IPF-300 any day when I just don’t feel like handling heavy weight. I’ve also become a huge fan of the PRS style generally after experiencing these IYV models!

@dennyps1 2 года назад

Some great mentions and I love them too! I don't find mine "neck heavy" maybe that's because I played bass in a dozen bands but with the strap I use it's sits on me just right. Your so right it's about the lightest guitar I've ever played but not in the pickups dept, they really rock and have a great balance 👌

@zuperdee 2 года назад

@@dennyps1 I notice the neck dive more when sitting down, unless I play in the classical position as opposed to the cowboy position. Absolutely, the pickups are good enough that I don’t think I’d bother changing them. Some would even say they’re unusually bright and articulate sounding for PAF-style humbuckers. Gotta hand it to Paul Reed Smith-he definitely did a few things right in the PRS model that IYV has copied here. Some people may think that vine inlay is a bit “busy,” but it seems well done, and I think it’s possibly even more fun than the PRS birds!

@dennyps1 2 года назад

I completely agree on the pickups, I wouldn't change them, I like how they sound clean and with overdrive. Frankly before I bought this beauty the thing that attracted me the most was the vine inlay on the fretboard. It also has the added benefit of forcing me out of my habit of watching my fingers and using the fretboard as a cheat to find my left hand position 😅, because it's so busy.

@Jaloja Год назад

You hit it right on with the reminders that these guitars must be setup. Not complaining just telling like it is. I have bought 2 IYV's and both were pretty good out of the box but still needed a lot of setup tweaking. If you can't do it your self some of the minor almost to be expected issues are a bit time consuming. I did get one that had to be returned due to the bridge post hole being drilled off center. Caught that fast and back it went. The replacement needed all the "expected" adjustments. Which took hours of minor adjustments and rechecking. Cost me nothing but time but if someone isn't up to the task or has no interest in learning that cost cost a bit.

@dennyps1 Год назад

Agreed

@vr6jettar Год назад

Just picked up an IPF 300. What a steal! This guitar is EASILY comparable to an Epiphone ES-339, if not better. I've had a few Epiphone's that were turds. I can not believe they're able to produce a guitar of this quality for +/- $200. If it were a "Name Brand" (Epi, Squier, Gretsch, ect ect), it could demand and be worth $599 all day long. Thx for the Great Review! You got yourself a New Sub 👍🏻 Merry Christmas, Mike....

@dennyps1 Год назад

I've heard nothing but good about that guitar 🎸 congratulations 🎊. In my opinion, a "name brand" can be a really nice investment, but in comparison to some of these inexpensive ones, it used to be apples and oranges when it comes playability and overall sound. Not anymore. These day's there are brands like IYV (and others) that are putting out some first class guitars. Personally I'm done being impressed by a name. I want to know how it sounds, looks, and plays and that's how I judge each individual guitar, on it's own merit

@ziggylayneable Год назад

When I play this guitar I own one stock version and another one that has been modified with pickups and Tuners. The necks on these guitars or the closest I've ever found of any brand to ever actually looking and feeling like a real Gibson it kind of blew my mind it reminded me of my Gibson SG

@mhester99 Год назад

Got mine recently when they dipped to $161.50. Lowest price I’ve seen on it. Feather weight like the IJZ-300 (that I scored at $159!) What a great value (even at their more common higher prices around $200)

@dennyps1 Год назад

Congratulations 🎊 That's a great buy and even better guitar. Easily worth double the price in my opinion 👌

@abrahamsolis9760 Год назад

Great score! Do you prefer one over the other? I'm eyeing both at the moment. I have a strat and a Les Paul. I'm itching to buy a new guitar, and i seem to be gravitating towards a (semi) hollow body

@mhester99 Год назад

@@abrahamsolis9760 it’s great! You won’t be disappointed.

@jimgray774 Месяц назад

I bought this same guitar and the switch was broke.i never tried playing it again.its still in the case a year later.the guitar is nice but everything else on it is junk I thought.i got a prs coming.after 19 200$ guitars I'm done.im buying a prs.should have done that along time ago

@dennyps1 Месяц назад

Sorry for your luck on the bad hardware, but honestly, it's an easy fix and well worth the time & effort to do. After reading, literally hundreds of positive reviews on this guitar over the years, my experience included, I would say, replace the pots and play it. Or just sell it and get your $ out of it. It's one of my personal favorite IYV guitars 🎸

@ziggylayneable Год назад

Have six iyv guitars. I have two of this exact model. 1 is completely stock and sit in the case and I rarely play it cuz I want to take really good care of it. The second one has bare knuckle aged bronze humbucker in the bridge, and an aged nickel P90 in the neck. It sounds awesome wired up this way but at the same time I still want to have a stock one these are great guitars and I decided I liked it so much I decided to order a second one

@dennyps1 Год назад

I can understand why they really are great guitar's 👍. I've thought about picking up a 2nd one as well, but honestly, I only play this one ever so often because I'm blessed with so many good ones, I have to split up my play time amongst them all Thanks for watching 👀 🙂 🙏

@tjforgey7854 Год назад

I wish they did this one in other colors,I'm not a Tobacco burst finish guy.i have 3 other ivy and I believe their the best budget guitars for the price.this one is on sale on Amazon right now

@mr.d.572 Год назад

Yes other colors would be preferred. I like tobacco sunburst but this is not a good tobacco sunburst.

@dennyps1 Год назад

I guess you'd have to see it in person, it's really nice. That is if you like tobacco bursts.

@dennyps1 Год назад

Can't disagree with you more on the burst, it's quite nice and fir the price it's a steal

@davidelliott4089 Год назад

Iyv makes great guitars. I have the IP 350 TBK prs . And the IJZ 300 Love them both. I like this one as well it's basically the IP 350 But hollowbody.

@dennyps1 Год назад

Thanks and I agree 👍

@ringoramjet 10 месяцев назад

I had one had to replace the bridge with a Wilkerson and it was FANTASTIC..why I sold it I dunno. Gonna get another one

@dennyps1 10 месяцев назад

Fortunately they are inexpensive and often available on Amazon

@luisochoadesignio1173 Год назад

hellow... how about the acustic sound??? cos i found it as an electro acustic guitar... could i played without the ampli???

@dennyps1 Год назад

It's playable acoustically but not loud.

@popsfereal 2 года назад

Good words about consumerism at the end.

@dennyps1 2 года назад

Thanks Pops 😊. And thanks, I can tell your someone who watched the video all the way through. You rock!

@popsfereal 2 года назад

@@dennyps1 I know a lot of people click on my (or anyone's) videos, watch 30 seconds or 2 minutes, click "like" and go on their way. I understand it, but I appreciate what it takes to make a video of your level- so why waste my time only watching a minute or two? You don't eat two bites of a porterhouse do ya?

@dennyps1 2 года назад

Awesome and so true 👍, it's also tough because folks are "fin·ick·y" especially guitar players... lol 😆 🤣 😂

@doggorman Год назад

GREAT Video! AS A PLAYER WHO HAS NOTHNG BUT HIGHER END GEAR I AM TOTALLY IMPRESSED WITH THIS GUITAR AND I like it even better becaise of the low cost Lol! For me this is a great practice guitar, And When I say great I mean it really is just fantastic! I usually wouldnt even look at a guitar that doesnt have a nitro finish But on this guitar I dont know what the finish is but it looks fantastic! I dont know what the wood really is, but it feels great and looks great! The fretboard looks great and feels great also. This guitar that cost under $200 plays just as good as my CS GIBSON Historic lespaul custom. But that like comparing apples and oranges. Look it This is a superb practice guitar for any level of Guitarist from a Beginner to a intermediate player to a studio Pro player. I felt like buying 3 or 4 of these guitars but what would I do l with them all lol? Too bad there wasnt different finishes . Anyways if your on the fence just go for it Cheers!

@dennyps1 Год назад

Your right it is a great guitar and I know several guys that gig with one

@codybuffoord3172 Год назад

Are the pickups ceramic?

@dennyps1 Год назад

Oh ya

@tjforgey7854 Год назад

Being that lightweight,does it neck dive?

@dennyps1 Год назад

Not really

@ranman58635 8 месяцев назад

I tried to get into this market but the cheap nature got me. I bought a 335 from Grote and it had some bad issue's. Frets lifted, basswood everywhere, crappy nut and just crappy setup. . FYI I'd you're monitised, you should know, the commercials that run on here are 3 minutes long.

@dennyps1 8 месяцев назад

Sorry for your luck on the Grote but it's pretty normal to find at minimum, setup issues with online guitars in general and not just inexpensive guitar's. When you buy guitars online it's a bit of a crap shoot. Some are definitely better in quality than others. I follow daily IYV fb groups and although occasionally folks that buy IYV guitars get one with some setup issues for the most part, they are very happy with their purchases. My advice is give IYV a chance, especially on this model. Not monetized on this channel yet, but close then, I'll have a little more say over the commercials and their length and frequency. Be well and Merry Christmas

@ranman58635 8 месяцев назад

@@dennyps1, I guess I got a bad taste and then I talked to fellow builder's that warned me about the woods they use and the part's. I think when the re sell value makes sense I'll do it. People buy them like hot cakes so there's little to no choices unless you act fast so that kinda puts me off too. What's the customer service like?

@Poeticskulls 3 месяца назад

What size are the tuners? I dont know if thats a stupid question I dont really know what I'm doing

@dennyps1 3 месяца назад

May I suggest that before you make that change that you join the fb group IYV guitar fans and ask your question there. You will get some direct drop-in replacement tuner options. As well as advice on how to get ur done

@Poeticskulls 3 месяца назад

@@dennyps1 well I would but I don't have Facebook and I don't really plan on getting it anytime soon

@dennyps1 3 месяца назад

@Poeticskulls then get out your measuring tools and measure 3 times everything, then buy once. Personally, the tuners on mine are rock solid, and I never had an issue with them. Good luck. You can do it

@Poeticskulls 3 месяца назад

@@dennyps1 thank you for the advice. I'll subscribe now

@johnhowe4079 Год назад

Have you tried wax potting any of those pickups ?

@dennyps1 Год назад

By any of those do you mean the IVY guitars I have? No really not modding the IYV pickups because I like them the way they are. Fender Squire yes Donner Yes Sawtooth Yes Monoprice Yes IYV no

@AngelMartinez-qs3cf Год назад

Hi nice guitar! I have two questions, are the pickups Alnico 5 pickups? How does it handle overdrive. I am a hard rock player, AC/DC, Beatles, Judas priest, to name a few bands.

@dennyps1 Год назад

Thank you and great question Heavy rock no problems on the metal side it will do that but feedback may be an issue

@mr.d.572 Год назад

I hear that the neck is wide / chunky. Can't tell from the video but that is the main reason I didn't buy one.

@dennyps1 Год назад

Nah not for my hand size but then I have big hands, yours may differ

@alvisgrady3357 Год назад

May feel a tad chunky when you switch from a slim taper shred neck , but within 2 or 3 bars of chord movement it becomes very easy to navigate.

@dennyps1 Год назад

So true

@yoshistover5881 Год назад

What can you tell me about the neck? Is it more like a tele/strat skinny neck or something fatter like a Les Paul?

@dennyps1 Год назад

More of a D shaped neck but not like a baseball bat. Very comfortable to play for me and the CNC pickups rock

@marcosreal11 Год назад

What was that second guitar you showed in the photos at the beginning? It’s a beaut!

@dennyps1 Год назад

Thanks so much, I think your referring to this one. IYV Tobacco Sunburst Semi hollow body (IPF-300 TSB). I've since this video picked up another one like it. I suggest checking Amazon but honestly I got a better deal on Ebay

@marcosreal11 Год назад

@@dennyps1Yup, that's a nice one, but I was thinking of the light brown one, which is also hanging behind you closest to the corner. Thanks again.

@dennyps1 Год назад

@@marcosreal11 okay ya that was my very first IYV and it's a popular one in the FB group. Reasonable price great workmanship and needed a complete setup but what a guitar it is. IYV IJZ-300 TSB Jazz Solid hollow-Body Electric Guitar, Tobacco Sunburst Great timing too the price has actually come down. I'm not sure on availability but it's worth waiting for

@GUFFYissingle 9 месяцев назад

How loud is it unplugged?

@dennyps1 9 месяцев назад

Plenty to jam in a quiet room by yourself without an amp but not enough to jam with another acoustic guitar player

@GUFFYissingle 9 месяцев назад

@dennyps1 okay thanks, I'm thinking of buying it, do you think it's a good choice for a player that's been playing for a year?

@dennyps1 9 месяцев назад

@GUFFYissingle What I can tell you is this. 1 it's beautiful, and that's what caught my eye. A lot better than the pictures 2. It will likely need a setup and strings, but that being said, out of the 7 IYV guitars I own, it's my favorite to play because it's exceptionally playable. 3. The action on it is one of the Lowest actions of all my 30-ish guitars. 4. The price has actually gone down since I bought mine (which makes me scatch my headache to why, probably because of competition). 5. If you buy from Amazon, it's a no brainer keep it for a couple of weeks, and if you don't like it, send it back. 6. As far as sounds go, it plays heavy distortion to a nice light, clean sounds equally well. 7. I've done 0 mods to mine (which is highly unusual for me) I like it just the way it is. 8. Yes I chose to replace the strings, Re-Hydrate the fretboard, setup the string height and that's about it.

@GUFFYissingle 9 месяцев назад

@dennyps1 thank you bro I love your channel btw ❤️

@dennyps1 9 месяцев назад

@GUFFYissingle Thank you, and good luck. Let me know how your experience comes out.

@popsfereal 2 года назад

No tasting?

@dennyps1 2 года назад

I told my honey I should have taken that one out. She said leave it in, as much time as you spend on guitars, looking, fixing and listening it's got to be a bit like tasting... 😆 🤣 😂 😹

@osbaldoramirez5331 Год назад

@dennyps1 The neck is like 60s slimtaper? The scale is like gibson 24.70? Its a question

@dennyps1 Год назад

It's a very comfortable neck I'd call it a D shaped neck but thin at the headstock, and up the neck as well. So it's very comfortable even for small hands. The scale length is 25 and a full 24 frets. Overal, it's a fun player. If you're used to watching your fingers and fret markers on the fretboard, it'll be an adjustment with the fancy scrolling but a fun challenge indeed.

@osbaldoramirez5331 Год назад

@@dennyps1 thanks man this guitar is great

@dennyps1 Год назад

@@osbaldoramirez5331 I'm glad I got one too