Squier Sucks and You're Not a Professional

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In this YouTube video, I dive into the ongoing debate surrounding the use of affordable gear in music recording and production. It really frustrates me that there's this idea floating around that you can only be considered professional if you use certain brands of gear, while looking down on those who opt for more affordable options. Frankly, I think that attitude is ridiculous. Sure, I own some high-end gear like the full-size Helix rack, HX Stomp, and multiple Solar guitars, but one of my most cherished and frequently used pieces is my 2010 Squier Jaguar bass. I adore the sounds I get from this bass, and it has been a staple in almost all of my recorded music. So, let's put an end to this nonsensical argument and focus on the music we create, rather than judging each other based on the brand of gear we use.

Now, let's take a closer look at Squire guitars and address some of the criticisms and advantages associated with them. People often criticize Squire guitars for their lower build quality compared to Fender guitars. While that may be true, I believe it's unfair to judge solely based on materials and attention to detail. Sound and tone are another aspect that people bring up, claiming that Squire guitars don't possess the warmth or clarity of more expensive counterparts. However, I've found that with some customization and experimentation, I've achieved great results with my Squire Jaguar bass, which I've aimed to make sound as close as possible to a high-end Dingwall bass. So, it's time to appreciate the affordability, diverse range of models, iconic Fender aesthetic, and the potential for customization that Squire guitars provide. Let's reject the narrow-minded opinions of others and make music with joy, regardless of the price tag on our instruments.

My Recording Gear

Favorite Headphones - Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro - https://geni.us/oM9RG7m
Closed-back headphones - https://geni.us/6BIA0E3
Studio Monitors - JBL 308P MkII - https://geni.us/MuAYjo
DAW - Studio One - https://geni.us/rxqV8Q
Midi Controller - Komplete Kontrol - https://geni.us/rxqV8Q
Mic - SM7B - https://geni.us/rxqV8Q
Audio Interface - Presonus 1824c - https://geni.us/hiq5Cr
Helix LT - https://geni.us/CvUufzt
HX Stomp - https://geni.us/FWqCa
Helix Floor - https://geni.us/nc5ZJDK

Video and Camera Gear

Great and affordable Cameras

Sony A7C - https://geni.us/bKudb56
Sony ZV-E10 - https://geni.us/iA6Y
Sony A6300 - https://geni.us/tAymQ
Camera monitor - https://geni.us/BAXe6e

Sony Lenses

35mm - https://geni.us/2kSR4
16 mm - https://geni.us/nNssxmt
Audio Recorder - https://geni.us/6q5u0
Alternate recorder - https://geni.us/GggV6

00:00 - What are we talking about?
00:44 - One of my most used pieces of gear
01:14 - The Bullshit argument being made
02:10 - Let's talk about Squire and affordable instruments
02:58 - 1st potential negative - Build Quality
03:13 - The 2nd potential negative - Sound and Tone
03:33 - The 3rd potential negative - Electronics and Hardware
03:47 - The 4th potential negative - Playability
04:11 - 5th potential negative - Resale Value
04:32 - Let's think about things DIFFERENTLY
04:45 - 1st Advantage - Affordability
05:01 - 2nd Advantage - A Variety of Models!
05:11 - 3rd Advantge - That familiar FENDER LOOK
05:23 - 4th Advantage - Improvements in Quality
05:31 - 5th (and my biggest) Advantage - Customization and Modification
05:49 - This is how I feel we should be looking at this
06:08 - In conclusion
06:30 - Lots of talking but thank you!

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