I had to do absolutely nothing at all to this guitar. I can live with this guitar right out of the box! The controls are flawless. Pickups have a tonal range you would expect from a $2000.00 guitar.

Definitely durable, well made. I don't beat on my instruments. I take care of them but I think it is pretty tuff.  Strap buttons nice, everything very well thought out.

I have emailed DiPinto a few times and they have sent emails back. Excellent communication! I have played for 35 years. I would get another one.

Neck is similar in feel to a Gibson/Epiphone 60's, namely slim and thin, with white binding on both sides and star inlays. Pear pickguards (yes, there are two), headstock and tuners, and a flat body. It's light and very comfy to have sitting on the lap.

I've changed guitars every year since I picked up playing four or five years ago. As millions of others, I play through a 15-watt modeling amp. The Strat I played to this day was a bit on the heavy side, string bending was hard and palm muting didn't sound right. Before that it was an old Epiphone G-310 which was a very bad sounding guitar. I've also tried a couple of other cheap axes on this amp. I've played this DiPinto Mach IV for a hour tonight, using the Mesa setting with some chorus and reverb and the gain on full blast, and I'm totally blown away. The sound is heavenly,  it's not like anything I've ever heard before. Every string is defined in cords, and the frequencies produced for each string played individually are breathtaking. It sounds professional, and, to my ears, perfect.

While I normally play jazz, this guitar is a refreshing look back at the 60's surf/rock era. I play through a Crate GFX amp and a Rocktron 100 pedal, so it becomes very versatile. The electronics are quiet and solid, and it sounds VERY much like an old Mosrite.

The set up is good, low and fast, but I usually play .010's, this axe has .009's (light ones!), so it took some getting used to. The fit and finish is immaculate!

I've played guitar on and off for the last 30+ years. I currently own 2 Paul Reed Smiths, 1 Rick, 1 Gibson, 5 Epiphones and two Hamers, and the DiPinto Mach IV fits in with this distinguished company.

Except for worrying about breaking strings (I play kinda hard) I would have no reservations about using this guitar at a gig without a backup. The guitar is SOLID. From the finish to the hardware, it’s all very durable. I've only had the guitar for a little while so time could prove me wrong, but I highly doubt it.

I've been playing for 8 years. I own a 96 Fender Mustang and a 97 Fender Jaguar reissue. I replaced the mustang pickups with lace reds and the Jag's with Dimarzio. I like a lot of punk, some oldies and some heavy stuff. I love this guitar. It’s like they were thinking of me when they made it. I love its retrosurf look (the stripes are a nice touch) and its unique, high output sound. I’m used to playing shorter scale mustang necks, so I've got to get used to playing normal scale necks again, but that’s not bad. I've already special ordered a blue lefty Mach IV, so I can definitely say I'd buy from these guys again. From what I've seen and heard DiPinto is a great company with great guitars. I look forward to seeing what else they come out with in the future. I recommend the Mach IV to anyone looking for a cool, solid, versatile, unique and reliable guitar with a reasonable price tag. I give it a strong  9.

This guitar was hauled right out of the shipping box and set up in  a flash. Bridge is adjusted down all the way, and the guitar plays just right for rock. Frets are dressed well. String alignment is precise. The Candy Apple Red finish is nicely done. There is a white triple racing stripe graphic applied down the center of the guitar before the final clear coats. Looks pretty cool.

I've been playing for 23 years. I also currently own an all-aluminum '73 Veleno, '67 Vox teardrop, '70 Mustang, and '60 Melody Maker - guitars worth from $500 to $5000 or more. This is as good a new electric guitar as you're going to find out there for $500 these days! This guitar is different enough that it will get some attention, and for basic rock, I'd put it up against some guitars costing twice as much. Overall rating "for the price" would be 9 or 10. Overall rating against a $50,000 D'Angelico would be a 2 or 3. Not bad!