Back with another SIRE guitar! This time it's a goldtop L7 Enjoy :)

@kent6732

2 жыл бұрын

Thx Darrell, I was waiting for this ! Ended going with a ‘14 Epi LS Standard with gigbag and couple straps for $300. Wanted the Sire with my heart but this Epi spoke to my head.

@Eric_01

2 жыл бұрын

Regarding flying under the radar, I looked back a couple of years-worth of DBG videos and didn't see anything on a brand called Agile. Specifically the Agile AL-3100MCC, which is pretty nice LP style at the $500 price point. Thought you may find it interesting. Apologies if it's been done and I looked past it.

@jgme627

2 жыл бұрын

@@Eric_01 I didn't see either, I am a owner of Agile AL-3100MCC It's just awesome awesome LP style guitar than any other kinds including Gibson Les Paul craftsmanship wise. I totally agree with you erichensley67 about Agile. Darrel should check these super nice Agile guitars!

@nicksonthevet

2 жыл бұрын

This scammer is still here

@thomasr.5443

2 жыл бұрын

@@nicksonthevet why the heck do you think, Darrell is a scammer? 😳

"The feel of the neck " is my number one most important thing playing guitar . You gave wonderful insight into the neck .thanks

Finally got my Sire L7. Thanks Darrell, you were bang on! It is every bit as good as you described. Right out of the box I love it and look forward to playing it for many years to come.

I bought one of these a few months ago and absolutely love it! It quickly became my #1 go to guitar. Highly recommend these

@Tototwice

Жыл бұрын

Which gauge strings does it come with? Thanks

@scottydog62

Жыл бұрын

​@@Tototwice10 -48 Ernie Balls

@Tototwice

Жыл бұрын

@@scottydog62 I just got mine through SWEETWATER. I bought the burst. I love it. I’m happy with the 10s. I mostly use 9s but , no problems at all with these.

@scottydog62

Жыл бұрын

@@Tototwice I have no problem with the strings but my fretboard was so dirty my fingers got black,so I put new strings on and totally cleaned and dressed the fretboard, I put string joy 9.5 through 46 very awesome strings.just slightly lighter,Ernie Balls are my 2nd choice though.

@scottydog62

Жыл бұрын

@@Tototwice I got the transparent blue , I was leaning on the gold

The only fault I can find with your reviews- your playing makes every guitar sound fantastic. No matter what you're playing, I come away thinking, "Yeah, I'm gonna get that one!"

@preciseaudioblog

2 жыл бұрын

Ha! Good one!

Absolutely love my Sire L7. It is super. Unbelievable value for the price. Thanks for your review. You are always straight up, explain everything thing so well. I watch a lot of different reviewers and yours are the ones I value most.

Darrell is the best! He is a great teacher and his reviews are to be trusted. I just discovered the L7 and it is probably going to be my first LP style guitar. I love the fact that it has a satin neck.

I always love your big yeees! at the beginning! Beautiful guitar, and your playing is top shelf!

Rolled edges are awesome, that makes a real difference aaaand i love youre playing cause it's always so on spot 👌

Love that color for this Sire L7 no square here just a quality guitar, nice pick DBG👍

Big D , your playing is impeccable !!!! Always great Demos

Great informative series. In the past I was a guitar snob and if the headstock didn't have Fender or Gibson on it I was not for me. In recent years due to manufacturing processes and advance technology plus the commitment of guitar makers to produce excellent playing and sounding guitars at affordable prices has changed the market. Brands like Sire, Eastwood, Fano, and guitars coming from Thoman in Germany allow players to enjoy quality guitars that are affordable. I now own many guitars from these companies as well as my Fenders and Gibsons and I feel the playing field is pretty level these days. I think a Sire is in my immediate future.

Perfect! The slanted neck binding is what you can find on many 90s-00s Korean guitars.

I want to see the video on the Les Paul tribute you ordered. Been wanting one but can't find one to play. I know you got it by now. Let's go dude!

Man that's perfect I love the color and the binding look on the headstock..man..so nice

Hey what ever you had for breakfast have some more I got of bed to write this …. You sound like a studio guitarist playing the lead I’ve never heard you sound so good !!!! I was way impressed!!!!! Better keep that one !!!!

Great review (thanks) I purchased this as an 'every day noodler' but have found it's now my 'go to' guitar...The L7 looks amazing, the satin neck is probably the best I've played (including on much more expensive guitars) and it just feels right. The Goldtop finish is more metallic sparkle than traditional but personally I love it and it's a modern LP style so it fits. It has a really well-balanced overall feel and you can tell the quality just by holding it. Just required minor tuning out of the box. The hardware I can't fault, the locking tuners work as they should, bone nut, the bridge and tailpiece are I believe Gotoh but marketed as Sire (I may be mistaken) but they are top notch nonetheless. Rolled medium jumbo frets are lovely. Cons: Just small areas on the neck finish where there are stain splatters from the neck on the binding but I'm hopeful this may be removed with some delicate cleaning. This is common from other reviews I've read so maybe something to expect. The overall look and playability more than made up for it and although it is capable of beautiful delicate sounds it can properly rock out, I've shoved it through my favourite big muff and it screams like a banshee...love it. Overall, this guitar plays like a dream and apart from minor blemishes I can't fault it.

Very impressed with these guitars. Great reviews by you DB. Thanks for sharing!

Absolutely gorgeous. That L7 Goldtop will definitely be my next guitar, for all the good reasons you’ve mentioned, and without breaking the bank. Thanks for this awesome mini series!

@twoglom

2 жыл бұрын

I bought this guitar a few months back. It's exactly as Darrell describes it. Awesome guitar for the price.

@FernandoDCDuarte

2 жыл бұрын

@@twoglom Can’t wait to get mine! I might even chip in to get an S7 too!

@Rik-theking

11 ай бұрын

​@@FernandoDCDuarteYou got one now?

Another great video Darrell. Bought my L7 a few months back. Had to do some work on the fret ends as they were annoyingly sharp. A tad disappointing. Now fine & find myself playing it a lot more. Not a deal breaker & still very happy with my purchase,

I have been waiting on this video. Just to see what you thought. My wife got me a Sire L7 for Christmas. Even though there is a wiring issue, it is an amazing guitar.

Dig the tones you're squeezing outta that bad boy. Pretty versatile set of pickups despite being unsplittable. Nice vid. Their whole line looks really nice. Would love to try a sire sometime

These guitars seem to be knocking it out of the park. They will definitely be on my radar when the time comes for a new one.

i just bought the l7 tabacco..sooo happy! next month i go for the t7 blue!..thnxx for the review Barell!

Great tone Darrel🎸🤘🎸

I have had an L7 for two weeks now and totally agree with everything said. Over the years I have owned 5 Gibson Les Pauls and never really bonded with them but this guitar is absolutely astonishing. The neck of this guitar is totally addictive, I wish Gibson would pay as much attention to the necks. The guitar was set up really well straight out of the box. I cannot deny that I would prefer Gibson on the headstock but I imagine I would have to go custom shop territory to get a Gibson that plays as well as this........come on Gibson, these guys are kicking your arse!

@narq5099

2 жыл бұрын

And pray tell, where in the world were you able to find a Sire *anything* right now?!! I bought an M7 a couple of months ago, and that was literally the very last guitar or bass I think they had in stock.

@golfhound

2 жыл бұрын

Gibson is resting on their laurels. The over inflated price you have to pay for a Gibson for what you get is outrageous. $2500 for the lowest end Gibson Les Paul. A custom made Fender Strat with your choice pickups is less than that. And $2500 gets one one hell of a Fender. The highest priced Epiphone LP is the Alex Lifeson model which has a contoured body and Floyd Rose bridge, plus the best of everything else. A $2500 PRS will blow Gibson away. And if you start comparing $5k Gibsons to $5k PRS, there is no comparison. I think one pays way too much for the Gibson label.

@narq5099

2 жыл бұрын

@@golfhound Ah, the fabled Lifeson Epiphone LP... I have searched high and low but it continues to evade me.

@andrewcharleton3951

2 жыл бұрын

@@narq5099 Andertons in the UK have a good selection of Sire guitars and basses.

@narq5099

2 жыл бұрын

@@andrewcharleton3951 Ah, I only checked US sites. Thanks!

Great video Darrell, right on point with the info. Great 1-minute video as well. always enjoy your work.

the best guitar reviews on YT short n sweet with some great playing

Darrell, I own a L7 , simple lov it, Plays great sounds good , thx for doing the Sire series , I am seriously looking at getting a S7 and a H7 as well !!!

Amazing guitar and test as usual. Thanks Darell… need to buy one now ;-)

I want one of all of them! In a dream world, my T7 would be traditional, but with the blue finish from the modern T7. We need a Sire Custom Shop!

Wow! Great tones! Great video! Cheers!

My guitar tech also imports these in my country so I've had the chance to play the L7 a lot. Now that's a serious guitar for an unbeatable price! A lot of a guitar and not just for the money. A lot of quality, a lot of sound, a lot of playability. Having had a couple of expensive Lps I can say you're missing out on nothing. On the contrary, that heel joint is a work of art. On my list to order bet soon

Yes Please! Very nice guitar and some sweet playing.

Probably a common story here... I played when I was young, and then only rarely picked up a guitar as the kids were growing up. Kids played too but have moved out, and no more guitars in the house. As I am getting closer to retirement I have the itch to play again and looking for something cool and fun to play. This just might be the ticket. Thanks for the review.

Great demo Darrell ! 👍🎸

Legendary Larry probably played 'em all, but I never knew anything other than his trusty 335. Thanks for another great episode!

Merci Darrel pour toutes tes magnifiques vidéos. Je suis un cousin du Québec et je me permets de t'écrire en français car je t'écoute en anglais :). Tes vidéos sont vraiment super et grâce à tes vidéos, je suis maintenant propriétaire d'une Sire L7V, wow. Je suis impressionné par cette guitare qui concurrence une Gibson. Tes vidéos sont vraiment super et c'est toujours un plaisir de t'écouter :) merci

Definitely would want to try one!!

love your channel bro

Great information Darrell…thanks for sharing!

Sounds great!!

I starting buying guitars as a hobby during the pandemic. Mostly Squiers and Epi's. I've had fantastic luck ordering online. It helps to have a great luthier. I walked into a shop in my town and picked up a Larry Carlton L7 and swear I felt a bolt of lightning in my left hand. I haven't had the chance to really feel a guitar before I bought it. The neck was incredible. I don't own it today. I will tomorrow; it's driving me crazy!

Thanks, Darryl, I just ordered one. I've had several Gibson Les Pauls, but I love the sound of these pickups and the specs seem A+. Cheers!

@xocnibor

Жыл бұрын

I'm honored, to be on the shortlist!

I ordered the cataloge , and perhaps eventually a new AXE. Nice Job. Local store is working on gettin in on it.

I really like this. The ebony fingerboard. The fret work. The pickups sound great. And that price!

Wow...amazing .I'd love one .dig the finish

I always enjoy your reviews. I'd like to hear you review the Tagima T-635 and compare it to strats in the same price range.

Again and again and again a first class review ! This time I subscribe ;) Hey, you know I was about to order a shecter solo-II after you '20 review. But here this Sire sound blews my mind. This will be mine soon, hopefully. Cheers from France ! Note: Would you mind do a review of Fame guitars once ?

DB is such a great salesman. I love it when he's got a great product. This guitar fits the bill!

You're getting some great LP style tones there!

I was searching a les paul type guitar and found this gem a year ago. I really like this guitar. I’ve bought it on sea blue color. Really beautifull color. I wanted a color not too widespread.

That’s a really cool guitar. Makes me want to order one. It would be cool to see how this sounds next to one of your Gibson LP’s and an epiphone

@oldmanlearningguitar446

2 жыл бұрын

The L7 has more of a “grunt and grind” rock tone as opposed to the more “tele on steroids” tones.

@CMHobbies

2 жыл бұрын

Jonathan Cordy played them back to back very recently.

Sire is killing it

I really enjoyed the video. This look's and sounds like a great Les Paul type guitar for a fraction of the price. I may check it out. Thanks!

Lucky dog is out of Tennessee, definitely worth checking out sir!

Very impressive, for that price it sounds terrific. Such a nice Les Paul ! 👍🏻

I have been waiting ever since you said you were getting to the other sire guitars. I wanted a review on the l7 cause that is the one I wanted to buy

I have one on order, i've been waiting 4 months now and Sweetwater tells me it'll be the later part of Feb. before I get it. Can't wait to get my hands on that baby

Ordered mine in white through Sweetwater shortly after seeing this video. It took about 6 months to get to me, but it was worth the wait. I was really surprised on how easy it was to setup and how stable it is. Great tones, light compared to my les Paul Studios, playability is better than my Studios. Just one slight cosmetic issue with a small black dot on the body just under the neck. Sustain is great. This guitar is worth much more than I paid for it. Great gigging guitar compared to my Studios.

Have to say These Sires have all longer and performed excellently. I'm always a sucker for a gold top too 😍

Love the review…and the guitar! I would really like to see you do a review if Prestige Guitars out of Vancouver, especially their Heritage Elite or Standard models (both have the contoured heal joint). Thanks!

That guitar sounds really good!

Love what you do and and always with a smile. Anyway you should do a video on an Oscar Schmidt les paul

Those frets do look nice!!! For $599 you'd have a hard time beating it!!! I think I still like the Epiphones better. Especially the '59 Les Paul with Gibson BurstBuckers.💕♥️ In all fairness, the '59 costs about $200 more but I totally love mine!!! The L7 would almost certainly be my second choice for this type of guitar. Even if the horn is too pointy and the headstock looks like a boat paddle. I guess you've got to mind those copyright laws...😁😁😁 The quality of affordable, intermediate level guitars these days is mind blowing!!! The fret work alone on this one should be enough to panic cork sniffers everywhere!!!

Bought one right after your eval. Thanks Darrell.

Killer solo

Got to get one of those

Love this guitar. I would like to try one out.

Awesome reviews of Sire and very helpful. Thank you. Would you review any of the EKO brand guitars from Italy? Their Aire Standard strat guitar looks intriguing. Thanks again!

Killer 1 minute solo!

ive had the exact guitar for a little over a year now. dont regret the purchase at all. i swapped out the stock volume pots because they dont taper down very well. same volume all the way down then u get to 1 and its off. other than that, beaut guitar

Such a beauty I love my S7

Man I really considered this over my Gibson. I went for a 90s studio, but for a new one, I'd probably go for a Sire. The headstock throws me off a bit, but the rest is very very interesting, and I've played the bass, man they're good. Maybe you should check out the acoustic Sires!

Thank you Darrell!!! I'm definitely going to buy one!!! That gold one is beautiful!!!😎👍

@patrickperez3881

2 жыл бұрын

Have one.i guarantee you. You won't regret it.

@jeekyboi9564

2 жыл бұрын

@@patrickperez3881 how much did you pay ?

@Iceman77772

2 жыл бұрын

@@patrickperez3881 Awesome!! Thx

@Iceman77772

2 жыл бұрын

@@jeekyboi9564 it says $599 on the link

@patrickperez3881

2 жыл бұрын

@@jeekyboi9564 $599 plus of course there's the added cost of shipping i dished out around $650. I think the shipping fee depends where you're located.

Cool guitar but your playing is even better. You make any guitar sound great!

Looks great for the price. The satin neck is a very nice touch. I have an EC-1000 w satin and stainless frets, it’s beautiful to play. Still like my LP standard 60’s more.

I just bought one from Sweetwater The fretboard was completely dirty took a while to clean it, put new lighter strings on lowered the action,lubed the nut and saddles , that's it , beautiful playing guitar. Sounds great with no amp,it just sings,my least expensive and my best playing and sounding guitar, Not that my other ones are bad,this just is a little better ,at least for my hands and fingers. My Schecter Banshee Floyd Rose Sustaniac is equal but twice as much money,I know I know not the same style of guitar but I was talking quality , feel and components. I highly recommend these, I took my Pickguard off, the transparent blue is so beautiful I wanted to show more of it off. I like the less hotter pickups because you can play beautiful crystal clear clean If you want and you can add pedals to make it smoke as well. I didn't mind doing a little extra to it I only paid $641 What do you expect? I got a "bunch" more than what I expected actually, Oh and I like the headstock very classy not cheezy,I think better than a Gibson, looks much stronger as well. I wish I would have found this sooner, I would'nt have had to spend so many thousands on other guitars that I probably won't play much anymore ha ha

Many thanks for this one Darrell, I'd been waiting for this one. I've watched all the video reviews and am very impressed by this guitar, but I'm put off by the weight of them, which I understand is c.9lbs. You didn't mention the weight, so it must not be an issue for you, but 9lbs is just too weighty for me I'm afraid!

Man that is nice I need a gold guitar for the collection, that is sweet ,I bet it's back ordered.

I have that Gold top sparkle L7. Because I loved it so much I went and bought the T7 with Humbuckers and tremolo. Best Guitars on the planet for the cost. I also know that they don't just mass produce as they do a run and then nothing is available until they have the next batch ready. I have played Guitars with a far higher price tag that still don't compare with this Sire range. Love them! :-)

Great Guitars -I have had mine about a year. Love it. Is the backing track available you played at the very end of the video?

Another great video Darrell. Thanks for my guitar education. Would you say this is as good or better than any Epiphone ?

That's a fantastic looking and sounding guitar

Awesome video. You have me interested in this brand after the series. Great work!. Two thoughts based on what I saw/heard: 1) the fret ends were rounded in a way that had me wondering if you would be sliding off the neck 2) did you roll off the tone a bit in the portions of the video before you were doing the solos? The pickups sounded pretty muffled and not what you would want.

Thank you for your amazing videos always enjoy them can you please make a video on Greg Bennett guitars 🙏

Good luck finding one in stock. They sent one to every KZreadr in the world, but I haven't seen one in stock anywhere.

Great video great guitar, really interesting proposition!

No mention of the treble bleed cap and resistor on both volume pots which is a good addition.

Nice review. Nice guitar. I've never seen Larry Carlton play one at a show. Have you? At least Les Paul did actually perform with the guitar that has his name on it. Don't get me wrong, I love Larry Carlton's playing. He's unreal. Big fan of his for a very long time.

I can agree that the sire L7s are excellent. I also think the gold top version is the best one to get, because veneer top is seem to be cheap. I do think the frets have been overly rolled though.

That opening jam was hot

Brilliant guitar for the money, Sire range of guitars is exceptional quality for the money, thes first editions will be collectable , and soon

Very nice 😎 a great looking guitar and great playing bother

@herbiehill2215

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much 😎

I might have to try one of these out!!!

This model is available in our shop in France!! BIG THANKS to Sire, Larry Carlton and IMS DISTRIBUTION beautiful instrument and sound amazing for the price!

Nice tone

Great guitar Darrell, I will definitely, be looking in to this L7, I am a lefty so might have probs we'll see. I made a comment a couple of months ago regarding ESP guitars, are you going to be doing a slot on them sometime? Scottish listener.

Love your vid. f you have time, I would be grateful for a piece of advice: Just one question : for jazz (warm tone) L7 or T7FM? Anyway Thank you for the good work!

Ah yes, the one I was waiting for!