On Amazon Canada right now the NexG 2 basic version (no mic or charging stand) is on for 599 Canadian. Like 430 USD. And deluxe with mic and charging stand is on for 799 instead of 999 regular (575 USD)
Someone once described zero frets as "the hallmark of the low end and the high end". They're either used because they require less time and accuracy when fitting the nut, or they're there because they make for a more precise instrument, regardless of cost. In the middle, it's apparently cheaper to make a good nut than make a good zero fret. The market perception matters, too; we're more likely to see a bad one than a good one, which colors how we think of such things, and obviously informs manufacturer choices.
It does teach guitar such as chords and then runs you through chord change drills and gives an audio warning if you aren't changing fast enough in rhythm and other features. So I see it as someone starting to learn guitar and also it does come with a shoulder strap so you keep it in place and take some of the weight and place across your back.
Thanks, Aaron. This was my third take, I couldn't get many of the features to work. I didn't see any other reviews about it until today when they told me to put it out.
Did Enya ever offer any further response to your comments? I have one of their older carbon fiber + HPL guitars and it's great. The company was also really good about responding to my questions.
I got NexG 2 for family parties. Instead of lugging a regular amp, mic, processor etc and the guitar. I got this. Mic included, no need for an amp so I can sing and play easily. I got white, because my OCD noticed the mic and pedal are also white LOL. I dont think Ill use the looper but I did play with the looper on my TC Helicon onxe in awhile. I got it mostly for wireless amplified guitar / mic at same time. I may even get the headset mic to avoid needing a mic stand as well. Will use the strap if its that heavy!
Hi Jeremy. I got caught up in all the hype and ordered one before seeing your video. Will the guitar work ok without downloading the app? I’m a newbie,is my first guitar. 😏
You can't change levels of effects or turn effects off. I think it is technically in "demo" mode without the app and they said it only works for 20 mins or so
Hi Jeremy, I can’t remember the carbon fiber you reviewed recently (Kalisz?), but it had some internal effects as well and likely a better buy. Seems it fits into this category better. But, it is interesting and I’ll give them a star for creative thinking.
@@peterbrown1109 Hey there, I actually last month and the process is really slow, but there are resonding, hopefully I will be sorted out soon. but it has been a month already.
I‘ve watched several (mostly positive) reviews on this, and your review made an instant subscriber out of me. :-) You‘re the only one (so far) who even mentioned how heavy the guitar is - not cool for one of its main possible uses, as in busking. You‘re also the only one to even mention the sketchy app-downloading process. The only other reviewer who got into the activation process simply complained about having to do it. As for the sounds, you could have been more critical of the „electric“ sound - it‘s really awful. And the acoustic sound is, to be fair, pretty nice, and not just an amplified piezo. Instead, it‘s obvious that some modeling is being added in, as also for the Yamaha Silent Guitar. As for the latter, comparing the two instruments is not really fair, since the NexG, to its credit, has a built-in speaker (for busking, quick-and-dirty 2-song birthday banquet performances, maybe even graveside dirges or forest wedding ceremonies….), and the Yamaha does not. All in all, though, your review is the one that managed to make it clear to me that I‘m not willing to fiddle with such technology yet, for it seems a bit unreliable and is too high-priced for that. Heck, I could get a second Yamaha Transacoustic with built-in chorus and reverb which sounds a heck of a lot nicer, has no hiccups, and can be easily paired up with my Bose S1 Pro or more brand-new EV Everse 8 for battery-operated performance with absolutely no compromises. Sure, it‘s not as compact, but it‘s far superior as an instrument, and when no amp is needed, it‘s far better to hold and play. If I was in the market for a „silent guitar“, at this point I‘d wait for Yamaha‘s next one in that series, for it‘s long overdue. Maybe they will juice up their concept soon?
I just won one in auction for $550, they sell on Amazon now for $635, I have not decided if I want it or not; couple weeks ago got a Taylor Academy 12 Nylon String Acoustic Guitar brand new in box at same auction for $452.00 the Taylor is priced at $750.00 new; There is a lot of things not to pay $900 for that guitar one main being made in China; although it looks good I have seen some other reviewers about some real issues one of it is the weight; the Taylor weights only about 3 pounds; this Enya is not carbon fiber but carbon composite; it is Chinese, it is not or near an Ovation by any length and even at $600 it is not that affordable.
Thanks for reading my mind...but I don't use jam tracks and I find that a banjo will keep the neighbors away much better. Hopefully that's a local thing he's experienced.
I will buy it, if the guitar don’t disturb others. So how do i know how silent the guitar is?, I get the software issue, most Chinese apps are disappearing. I have other guitars but I can not practice because I disturb others. So If the guitar needs the app for blue tooth and that way the guitar is silent, then the whole thing is doom.
Well congrats for your Honesty I came to see a review of this guitar after looking at the Blue Lava range Someone said in the comments these Enya NEXG are better and cheaper, Well this is a touch over two hundred dollars more expensive and it doesnt have all the same features because like you if you have to activate the thing the way you describe then no i am with you on that Their is no earthly reason for them needing that info, Even more worrying your protection software saying it is an unsafe site I do like the design of it But unless they bring price down and the activation process Then they can keep there unsmart guitars Now where is that blue lava site again
I really appreciate this honest review. I have also been wondering if the speaker would just get damaged by a pick over time as well but can't get any responses from other RUclipsrs who reviewed it.
Good honest review, which is what your audience comes here for. Definitely this thing is a pass just for the sketchy data intrusion. I use a Yamaha silent guitar, sound much better, great build quality and has all the features you could want from an honest company. It also costs a little less than that really crappy instrument.
I have the same opinion. Yamaha has decades of experience sampling sound from pianos, and encoding the sound electronically to play solid state instruments. I'd trust Yamaha before this. Enya may turn out to be very reliable and effective, but at this point, it's a gamble. Yamaha is not a gamble at all.
what Enya and all theese „sponsored“ reviewers do not mention is, that you have to activate the guitar via a chinese suspicious link, otherwise it turns off after ten minutes. The sound is way to dull and the earphones are crap! And you canˋt modify the effects in the app. The manual is not in english but in hinese. So my 1000 bucks were a complete waste!😔
I cover this in intense detail in this video. I'm 💯 with you. I'm sorry that happened to you, that was my concern and I tried to voice it in this review.
@@JeremySheppard I watch a ton of RUclips videos. I feel like I've seen it 2-3 other times this week. I look into it and get back. A smart guitar is what the other guys called it, but I just love your playing to be honest.
@@JeremySheppard update: my memory was slightly off. Over 3 weeks I saw 2 other guys with it. Feng E and Sean Daniel. All the best, happy Sunday! God bless you and your family
@@JeremySheppard I also saw those same reviews and a few others. Search for the guitar and the reviews will pop up. I would love to see the Yamaha against this, which I’d bet is probably the least gimmicky, as well as some other brands making similar “smart” acoustic guitars with built in effects and speaker (many of which use the guitar soundboard to amplify sound instead of a speaker with amazing results). I’m surprised a composite guitar would be so heavy. I’m guessing it’s the speaker and electronics weighing it down. I’d also love to know how durable the thing is if dropped or smashed. The guitar itself “might” be ok, but would the electronics inside survive? Are the electronics housed using some sort of shock absorption that would prevent parts from coming loose or smashing inside the guitar if it is dropped? I also say “might” because it’s not made of the best type of bidirectional composite for a guitar that can take a huge beating at any angle like a KLOS or McPherson uses and it could theoretically can still break. Looks like this Enya is made of powdered composite mixed into a resin that’s then molded into its shape. Most of these “composite” guitars (ie: Rainsong, Journey, Lava, etc.) don’t advertise the type of carbon fiber and/or composite specs they’re using on their websites and make people think they’re as strong as a tank when they aren’t necessarily so without using bidirectional CF. Some of the companies will tell people more about their composite materials if asked, others won’t. I’ve seen a few review sites that were able to get the info or figure it out. I actually think talking about the types of composite/CF being used by guitar makers would be an interesting subject for a future video because people should be educated about what they’re buying and the fact is that most composite is not created equal - though they will all be stronger and lighter than wood, it doesn’t mean most of the lesser expensive powdered resin and unidirectional types being used to make these guitars can’t still break depending on the angle it gets dropped, takes a hit in the airport, etc. That’s what makes a KLOS such a huge bargain - it’s the least expensive guitar line using the highest quality bidirectional CF (and I still think you should get a full sized KLOS to review because you’d be MUCH happier with the volume). It also helps a person understand why a McPherson costs so much more. At any rate, I think this particular guitar is probably best suited for a child or teenager. There are smart guitars out there made of both composite or wood that are better suited for an adult. But I agree, that software issue is a HUGE problem because it’s a web app. They need a real iOS and Android app for people to feel comfortable with - and a lot of Chinese brands with all kinds of products make these questionable web apps. They probably don’t want to pay for a quality mobile app developer, the App Store and Google Play fees, etc. I have one such web app for a smart toothbrush someone gave me that I also didn’t download because it wanted geolocation and other weird info - like why would a toothbrush need geolocation to activate a local camera feature? At $900, you want to be able to use all the features beyond the ones that come on board with the guitar. So I agree that they need to get a serious mobile app on board if they are going to sell these guitars because most people will not be okay with a shady web app - plus, a web app would have a subpar user experience that is not acceptable at that price point in this day and age.
@@Dub1281 haha. Hey have you seen the new Smart Guitar? Maybe this is another version of one. I’m not sure but basically it’s like an iGuitar? Haha they are interesting as well.
I agree man. Other than my Taylor’s plug into my acoustic amp that’s enough. Acoustic sounds better anyhow. These smart guitars tho I guess have all the settings for the various sounds but like Jeremy said very gimmicky.
This guitar seems to be a pain in the ass. Other great guitars out there that a straight forward . Not a fan of blue tooth or downloading apps to run instruments and/or other gear. It's overcomplicating things ( IMO) .
I have a Yamaha silent guitar it's light and beautiful mahogany neck, awesome quality,I am surprised Yamaha doesn't sue that obvious subpart rip off, clone
I think the main reason people select this guitar probably because of the built-in bluetooth speaker which Yamaha doesn't have. And it's not a clone of Yamaha.
Bless you Jeremy, you've really tried to make the review of a total wank balanced. But it is a total wank in the end. Whoever came up with this has no real knowledge of the market. If people want "silent", go Yamaha.
![[Eng Sub] Enya NEXG guitar (with built-in processing and recording)](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/T1ZXXBEuk8U/mqdefault.jpg)
On Amazon Canada right now the NexG 2 basic version (no mic or charging stand) is on for 599 Canadian. Like 430 USD. And deluxe with mic and charging stand is on for 799 instead of 999 regular (575 USD)
Great review. Thank you for your sincere review! Have you played the Yamaha SLG200 NS guitar? If so how would you compare it the Enya?
Someone once described zero frets as "the hallmark of the low end and the high end". They're either used because they require less time and accuracy when fitting the nut, or they're there because they make for a more precise instrument, regardless of cost. In the middle, it's apparently cheaper to make a good nut than make a good zero fret.
The market perception matters, too; we're more likely to see a bad one than a good one, which colors how we think of such things, and obviously informs manufacturer choices.
It does teach guitar such as chords and then runs you through chord change drills and gives an audio warning if you aren't changing fast enough in rhythm and other features. So I see it as someone starting to learn guitar and also it does come with a shoulder strap so you keep it in place and take some of the weight and place across your back.
yes, I also found a mat in the case, it seems to avoid sliping
Thanks for the review. I got to 4:46, and by that time, I was "okay, this (guitar) sucks, going back for the Yamaha"
Really refreshing to see an honest review of these. I am all for innovation in the acoustic guitar world but it’s got to be done right and sound good.
Thanks, Aaron. This was my third take, I couldn't get many of the features to work. I didn't see any other reviews about it until today when they told me to put it out.
Did Enya ever offer any further response to your comments? I have one of their older carbon fiber + HPL guitars and it's great. The company was also really good about responding to my questions.
They did. They said they're working on the app and it's warning from Google but no answers right away.
Thank you for this review! How long does this guitar last on a full charge? And how long does it take to charge?
Jeremy, have you ever tried the Enya T10 OM ? Looks and sounds promising.
I got NexG 2 for family parties. Instead of lugging a regular amp, mic, processor etc and the guitar. I got this. Mic included, no need for an amp so I can sing and play easily. I got white, because my OCD noticed the mic and pedal are also white LOL. I dont think Ill use the looper but I did play with the looper on my TC Helicon onxe in awhile. I got it mostly for wireless amplified guitar / mic at same time. I may even get the headset mic to avoid needing a mic stand as well. Will use the strap if its that heavy!
much appreciated, thanks for giving us your honest opinion
You should do a video on the Yamaha trans acoustic
Good stuff dude, God bless
Hi Jeremy. I got caught up in all the hype and ordered one before seeing your video. Will the guitar work ok without downloading the app? I’m a newbie,is my first guitar. 😏
You can't change levels of effects or turn effects off. I think it is technically in "demo" mode without the app and they said it only works for 20 mins or so
@@JeremySheppard Thank you. It figures!
Sabes si se puede usar con cuerdas de nylon
Bought one on Amazon Prime Day sale, heavier than you would think, uncomfortable to sit on your lap, I'll be trading/selling it asap.
Hi Jeremy, I can’t remember the carbon fiber you reviewed recently (Kalisz?), but it had some internal effects as well and likely a better buy. Seems it fits into this category better. But, it is interesting and I’ll give them a star for creative thinking.
4:29 It comes with a silicon sticker to prevent slipping
i would love to see a comparison between yamaha slg200s and enya nexg but i don't find that anywhere.
it would be cool if you maybe could compare it.
This is old news, my friend. Spock played one of these, back in the day, in “Amok Time”. He had the alien girls chasing him through a spaceport.
Lmao
is that available at any marketplace, or we must buy it from the official store
Can you hook up an external pedal? And how are the in ear monitors?
Got mine 3 days ago and for some reason it does not switch on or charge....is there something I need to do?
have you solve the problem? mine too, but enya great support helped me! you can change the module. try to contact them!
@@peterbrown1109 Hey there, I actually last month and the process is really slow, but there are resonding, hopefully I will be sorted out soon. but it has been a month already.
Is there any sound delay when u are plugging in the earpiece?
I‘ve watched several (mostly positive) reviews on this, and your review made an instant subscriber out of me. :-) You‘re the only one (so far) who even mentioned how heavy the guitar is - not cool for one of its main possible uses, as in busking. You‘re also the only one to even mention the sketchy app-downloading process. The only other reviewer who got into the activation process simply complained about having to do it. As for the sounds, you could have been more critical of the „electric“ sound - it‘s really awful. And the acoustic sound is, to be fair, pretty nice, and not just an amplified piezo. Instead, it‘s obvious that some modeling is being added in, as also for the Yamaha Silent Guitar. As for the latter, comparing the two instruments is not really fair, since the NexG, to its credit, has a built-in speaker (for busking, quick-and-dirty 2-song birthday banquet performances, maybe even graveside dirges or forest wedding ceremonies….), and the Yamaha does not. All in all, though, your review is the one that managed to make it clear to me that I‘m not willing to fiddle with such technology yet, for it seems a bit unreliable and is too high-priced for that. Heck, I could get a second Yamaha Transacoustic with built-in chorus and reverb which sounds a heck of a lot nicer, has no hiccups, and can be easily paired up with my Bose S1 Pro or more brand-new EV Everse 8 for battery-operated performance with absolutely no compromises. Sure, it‘s not as compact, but it‘s far superior as an instrument, and when no amp is needed, it‘s far better to hold and play. If I was in the market for a „silent guitar“, at this point I‘d wait for Yamaha‘s next one in that series, for it‘s long overdue. Maybe they will juice up their concept soon?
I just won one in auction for $550, they sell on Amazon now for $635, I have not decided if I want it or not; couple weeks ago got a Taylor Academy 12 Nylon String Acoustic Guitar brand new in box at same auction for $452.00 the Taylor is priced at $750.00 new; There is a lot of things not to pay $900 for that guitar one main being made in China; although it looks good I have seen some other reviewers about some real issues one of it is the weight; the Taylor weights only about 3 pounds; this Enya is not carbon fiber but carbon composite; it is Chinese, it is not or near an Ovation by any length and even at $600 it is not that affordable.
Huh? What is going on here? I'm officially old. I'm gonna go strum my Martin and yell at any kids that get near my lawn.
Thanks for reading my mind...but I don't use jam tracks and I find that a banjo will keep the neighbors away much better.
Hopefully that's a local thing he's experienced.
I will buy it, if the guitar don’t disturb others. So how do i know how silent the guitar is?, I get the software issue, most Chinese apps are disappearing. I have other guitars but I can not practice because I disturb others. So If the guitar needs the app for blue tooth and that way the guitar is silent, then the whole thing is doom.
Well congrats for your Honesty I came to see a review of this guitar after looking at the Blue Lava range Someone said in the comments these Enya NEXG are better and cheaper, Well this is a touch over two hundred dollars more expensive and it doesnt have all the same features because like you if you have to activate the thing the way you describe then no i am with you on that Their is no earthly reason for them needing that info, Even more worrying your protection software saying it is an unsafe site I do like the design of it But unless they bring price down and the activation process Then they can keep there unsmart guitars Now where is that blue lava site again
I really appreciate this honest review. I have also been wondering if the speaker would just get damaged by a pick over time as well but can't get any responses from other RUclipsrs who reviewed it.
That's a fair question. You'd have to strum like a maniac to hit it that hard or often.
Good honest review, which is what your audience comes here for. Definitely this thing is a pass just for the sketchy data intrusion. I use a Yamaha silent guitar, sound much better, great build quality and has all the features you could want from an honest company. It also costs a little less than that really crappy instrument.
I have the same opinion. Yamaha has decades of experience sampling sound from pianos, and encoding the sound electronically to play solid state instruments. I'd trust Yamaha before this. Enya may turn out to be very reliable and effective, but at this point, it's a gamble. Yamaha is not a gamble at all.
Hey, wich one costs little less?
Bought it, crapped out after 40 minutes. Sounded great until it died, sending it back
what Enya and all theese „sponsored“ reviewers do not mention is, that you have to activate the guitar via a chinese suspicious link, otherwise it turns off after ten minutes. The sound is way to dull and the earphones are crap! And you canˋt modify the effects in the app. The manual is not in english but in hinese. So my 1000 bucks were a complete waste!😔
I cover this in intense detail in this video. I'm 💯 with you.
I'm sorry that happened to you, that was my concern and I tried to voice it in this review.
the first sponsored video i found, which displays the honest opinion of the reviewer. Respect! 👍
That's the goal. Novel but I wouldn't buy it.
Very cool…would I own one, no….I’m old school all the way…I don’t own a guitar that’s not from 1983 or earlier…mostly 60s.
Funny how everyone is reviewing the same stuff. RainSong for me, all the best Jeremy
Who else reviewed this?
@@JeremySheppard I watch a ton of RUclips videos. I feel like I've seen it 2-3 other times this week. I look into it and get back. A smart guitar is what the other guys called it, but I just love your playing to be honest.
@@JeremySheppard it is the same one I think. Check this Jeremy.
ruclips.net/video/hD-oISlTCBQ/видео.html
@@JeremySheppard update: my memory was slightly off. Over 3 weeks I saw 2 other guys with it. Feng E and Sean Daniel. All the best, happy Sunday! God bless you and your family
@@JeremySheppard I also saw those same reviews and a few others. Search for the guitar and the reviews will pop up.
I would love to see the Yamaha against this, which I’d bet is probably the least gimmicky, as well as some other brands making similar “smart” acoustic guitars with built in effects and speaker (many of which use the guitar soundboard to amplify sound instead of a speaker with amazing results).
I’m surprised a composite guitar would be so heavy. I’m guessing it’s the speaker and electronics weighing it down.
I’d also love to know how durable the thing is if dropped or smashed. The guitar itself “might” be ok, but would the electronics inside survive? Are the electronics housed using some sort of shock absorption that would prevent parts from coming loose or smashing inside the guitar if it is dropped? I also say “might” because it’s not made of the best type of bidirectional composite for a guitar that can take a huge beating at any angle like a KLOS or McPherson uses and it could theoretically can still break. Looks like this Enya is made of powdered composite mixed into a resin that’s then molded into its shape. Most of these “composite” guitars (ie: Rainsong, Journey, Lava, etc.) don’t advertise the type of carbon fiber and/or composite specs they’re using on their websites and make people think they’re as strong as a tank when they aren’t necessarily so without using bidirectional CF. Some of the companies will tell people more about their composite materials if asked, others won’t. I’ve seen a few review sites that were able to get the info or figure it out.
I actually think talking about the types of composite/CF being used by guitar makers would be an interesting subject for a future video because people should be educated about what they’re buying and the fact is that most composite is not created equal - though they will all be stronger and lighter than wood, it doesn’t mean most of the lesser expensive powdered resin and unidirectional types being used to make these guitars can’t still break depending on the angle it gets dropped, takes a hit in the airport, etc. That’s what makes a KLOS such a huge bargain - it’s the least expensive guitar line using the highest quality bidirectional CF (and I still think you should get a full sized KLOS to review because you’d be MUCH happier with the volume). It also helps a person understand why a McPherson costs so much more.
At any rate, I think this particular guitar is probably best suited for a child or teenager. There are smart guitars out there made of both composite or wood that are better suited for an adult. But I agree, that software issue is a HUGE problem because it’s a web app. They need a real iOS and Android app for people to feel comfortable with - and a lot of Chinese brands with all kinds of products make these questionable web apps. They probably don’t want to pay for a quality mobile app developer, the App Store and Google Play fees, etc. I have one such web app for a smart toothbrush someone gave me that I also didn’t download because it wanted geolocation and other weird info - like why would a toothbrush need geolocation to activate a local camera feature? At $900, you want to be able to use all the features beyond the ones that come on board with the guitar. So I agree that they need to get a serious mobile app on board if they are going to sell these guitars because most people will not be okay with a shady web app - plus, a web app would have a subpar user experience that is not acceptable at that price point in this day and age.
I think I’ll stick to my Taylor’s. Hehe
Are you some sort of weird traditionalist that wants to hear music when they play an instrument? LOL
@@Dub1281 haha. Hey have you seen the new Smart Guitar? Maybe this is another version of one. I’m not sure but basically it’s like an iGuitar? Haha they are interesting as well.
😂
This is why I like acoustic instruments. No electronics for me. Geoge in Montana
I agree man. Other than my Taylor’s plug into my acoustic amp that’s enough. Acoustic sounds better anyhow. These smart guitars tho I guess have all the settings for the various sounds but like Jeremy said very gimmicky.
This seems like it's still in its beta or alpha production phase. Tat....no, that's wrong, expensive tat.
This guitar seems to be a pain in the ass. Other great guitars out there that a straight forward . Not a fan of blue tooth or downloading apps to run instruments and/or other gear. It's overcomplicating things ( IMO) .
I have a Yamaha silent guitar it's light and beautiful mahogany neck, awesome quality,I am surprised Yamaha doesn't sue that obvious subpart rip off, clone
What patents are they using from Yamaha?
I think the main reason people select this guitar probably because of the built-in bluetooth speaker which Yamaha doesn't have. And it's not a clone of Yamaha.
It's a spy guitar sent from ????
Maybe China and Russia? Just saying what everyone is thinking
it will always be a toy....good to take on holyday though
i'm an old guy,but i ain't gonna touch this bud!!😜
You and me both.
Bless you Jeremy, you've really tried to make the review of a total wank balanced. But it is a total wank in the end. Whoever came up with this has no real knowledge of the market. If people want "silent", go Yamaha.
Amen. It's novel but not worth it.
Just a goofy toy........👎🏼