5 Guitar Brands ROBBING You Blind (And 5 Luthiers Recommend)
Tse Kathy
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SUBSCRIBE! Are some guitar brands really worth the price, or are you just paying extra for the name on the headstock? Some of the biggest names in guitar are charging more every year for the same guitar, and a lot of that money goes to the logo, not the sound. Here are 5 guitar brands robbing you blind, and 5 hidden gems that do the same job for a lot less.
In this video, we break down 5 guitar brands that may be robbing you blind with inflated prices, inconsistent quality, overhyped models, and reputation-driven marketing that doesn’t always match what you’re actually getting. Then, we reveal 5 hidden gem guitar brands that deliver impressive tone, craftsmanship, playability, and long-term value without the premium markup.
From electric and acoustic guitars to affordable workhorses and underrated alternatives, we’ll look at what actually matters when choosing a guitar and why some lesser-known brands are earning serious respect from players. Some of the hidden gems featured were even recommended by guitarists and commenters who believe these brands deserve far more attention.
Before you spend hundreds or even thousands on your next guitar, watch this guide to see which brands actually deserve your money and which hidden gems might give you far more guitar for the price.
All prices are US prices checked in late September 2026 and can change. This video is opinion and analysis based on public prices, specs and reporting; every brand on the list makes good guitars, and the point is value for money.
#guitar
15 Comments
Businesses of all types are designed to make money by serving their customers.As long as they don't flat out lie, this is not a scam, not a ripoff.They get to set the price. That's how it works....
If you don't like the product? Don't buy it. If you buy it because somebody on the Internet told you to, you're an idiot.
See: pretty straightforward! Plenty of alternatives......
Fender Strat -> Godin Strat 2013 USA
PRS or some else-> Dean Vendetta Tiger Eye 4.0. 2007 Korea.
Gibson ES-335 -> Epiphone ES-335 2003 China.
And they all just excellent in good or like new condition and 300-550$/unit.
Also I don't care about scratches.😂
5 Guitar Brands ROBBING You Blind (And 5 Luthiers Recommend)
Tse Kathy
12,160 views
SUBSCRIBE! Are some guitar brands really worth the price, or are you just paying extra for the name on the headstock? Some of the biggest names in guitar are charging more every year for the same guitar, and a lot of that money goes to the logo, not the sound. Here are 5 guitar brands robbing you blind, and 5 hidden gems that do the same job for a lot less.
In this video, we break down 5 guitar brands that may be robbing you blind with inflated prices, inconsistent quality, overhyped models, and reputation-driven marketing that doesn’t always match what you’re actually getting. Then, we reveal 5 hidden gem guitar brands that deliver impressive tone, craftsmanship, playability, and long-term value without the premium markup.
From electric and acoustic guitars to affordable workhorses and underrated alternatives, we’ll look at what actually matters when choosing a guitar and why some lesser-known brands are earning serious respect from players. Some of the hidden gems featured were even recommended by guitarists and commenters who believe these brands deserve far more attention.
Before you spend hundreds or even thousands on your next guitar, watch this guide to see which brands actually deserve your money and which hidden gems might give you far more guitar for the price.
All prices are US prices checked in late September 2026 and can change. This video is opinion and analysis based on public prices, specs and reporting; every brand on the list makes good guitars, and the point is value for money.
#guitar