Uploaded February 2025 | Updated September 2026, 7 hours ago
I "sat" down with Yvette Young at the Walrus Audio booth at NAMM 2025 to discuss the QI, a stunning new ambient pedal born from their collaboration.
ðž Win a PRS NF3 with Sweetwater - sweetwater.sjv.io/LKnn5M ðž
I had the privilege of speaking with Yvette Young at the Walrus Audio booth about the QI, a beautifully crafted ambient pedal created in collaboration with her. Designed to capture the ethereal and expressive tones that define Yvetteâs playing, the QI blends lush reverbs, dreamy modulation, and unique textures into a single inspiring unit. This pedal isnât just an effectâitâs a creative tool for sonic exploration. If you love ambient soundscapes, this one is a game-changer!
Thanks to the sponsors of my NAMM trip.
Face Distribution - face.be (Walrus Audio, Peavey, Crazy Tube Circuits)
Gravity Stands - gravitystands.com/en
Hosa - hosatech.com
Stew Mac - stewmac.com
Guitar Pro - guitar-pro.com
All New NAMM 25 Gear at Sweetwater (US ðºðž) sweetwater.sjv.io/kOzJZM
New NAMM 25 Gear at Thomann (EU ðªðº) thmn.to/thocf/htn6ywrds4
New NAMM 25 Gear at Andertons (UKð¬ð§) elkqr.link/andertons-namm25
New NAMM 25 Gear at Guitar Center - (US ðºðž) guitar-center.pxf.io/OennON
Discover all the essential details right here! ð
walrusaudio.com/products/qi-etherealizer?variant=46074689847531
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#TheGuitarGeek #namm2025 #NAMM #WalrusAudio #YvetteYoung #QI
I "sat" down with Yvette Young at the Walrus Audio booth at NAMM 2025 to discuss the QI, a stunning new ambient pedal born from their collaboration.
ðž Win a PRS NF3 with Sweetwater - sweetwater.sjv.io/LKnn5M ðž
I had the privilege of speaking with Yvette Young at the Walrus Audio booth about the QI, a beautifully crafted ambient pedal created in collaboration with her. Designed to capture the ethereal and expressive tones that define Yvetteâs playing, the QI blends lush reverbs, dreamy modulation, and unique textures into a single inspiring unit. This pedal isnât just an effectâitâs a creative tool for sonic exploration. If you love ambient soundscapes, this one is a game-changer!
Thanks to the sponsors of my NAMM trip.
Face Distribution - face.be (Walrus Audio, Peavey, Crazy Tube Circuits)
Gravity Stands - gravitystands.com/en
Hosa - hosatech.com
Stew Mac - stewmac.com
Guitar Pro - guitar-pro.com
All New NAMM 25 Gear at Sweetwater (US ðºðž) sweetwater.sjv.io/kOzJZM
New NAMM 25 Gear at Thomann (EU ðªðº) thmn.to/thocf/htn6ywrds4
New NAMM 25 Gear at Andertons (UKð¬ð§) elkqr.link/andertons-namm25
New NAMM 25 Gear at Guitar Center - (US ðºðž) guitar-center.pxf.io/OennON
Discover all the essential details right here! ð
walrusaudio.com/products/qi-etherealizer?variant=46074689847531
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![The Player II Modified is just another Strat... Right?
In this in-depth review, I pit the Fender Player II Stratocaster against its upgraded sibling, the Fender Player II Modified, to see which Strat really deserves your hard-earned cash! ð€ðž
Get your guitar from Fender https://fender.prf.hn/click/camref:1011lrf8H
ðžGet the Player II modified from your favourite retailer:
Sweetwater (US ðºðž) https://sweetwater.sjv.io/551Axn
Thomann (EU ðªðº) https://thmn.to/thocf/js6947dt7a
Andertons (UKð¬ð§) https://elkqr.link/andertons-fender-p2mod
ðžGet the Player II from your favourite retailer:
Sweetwater (US ðºðž) https://sweetwater.sjv.io/EER9g9
Thomann (EU ðªðº) https://thmn.to/thocf/zt84oa2e8l
Andertons (UKð¬ð§) https://elkqr.link/andertons-fender-player2
ð Amp used: Alternator II from NRG - https://elkqr.link/nrg-amps
Join me, The Guitar Geek as I compare these two Mexican-made Strats side by sideâtesting tones, dissecting hardware, and even opening up the guitars to examine the components inside. From clean tones to crunchy riffs and high-gain madness, this video covers it all!
ð In This Video:
0:00 â Intro: Player II vs Modified
0:38 â Specs They Share
1:19 â Key Differences
2:40 â Clean Tone Test
4:34 â Crunch Tone Test
6:31 â High Gain Tone Test
8:17 â Neck Pickup Mod Test
8:53 â My Favourite Tone Setting
10:31 â Treble Bleed Circuit Test
13:15 â Inside the Guitars (Gut Shots)
18:18 â Weight Comparison
18:47 â Pickup Output Readings
20:03 â Final Thoughts & Verdict
Whether youâre a beginner shopping your first Strat or a seasoned player looking for tonal flexibility and modern features, this detailed review breaks down everything you need to know about the Player II vs Player II Modified.
ð Let me know in the comments: Which one would you chooseâand why? And donât forget to include the word âburritoâ if you made it to the end of the video! ð¯
ð Guitars Reviewed:
⢠Fender Player II Stratocaster (Coral Red)
⢠Fender Player II Modified Stratocaster (Olympic Pearl)
ðŠ Where to Buy / Check Prices:
ð² Accurate pricing and finish options ð [link in the description]
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