With the Taylor Gs mini or the Martin 000jr10 you better have a pickup or a mic in front of it or an Amp because just straight acoustic they sound...small, thin.
04-02-2022 ALL IN MY OWN EAR TASTE - The Yamaha was a great sound in this video. Had the sound I like I guess. Balanced yet clear, bright and still some warmth. I thought it was really big contrast of sound with the very nice Martin that followed. The sterile kind off boring Academy A12 sound lost it for me. Just kind of stuck in blah in this showing. Clean, clear, perhaps, but kind of boring sound. The Ibanez was to me weak sound, muffled, kind of like the back of the throat sound. The GS Mini, okay, nothing new.
I went shopping for a small, good quality guitar for my daughter the other day. The little Martin and the GS mini were nice but had compromises on the sound. We ended up with an all solid Yamaha CSF3M in sunburst. Best bang for the buck in my humble opinion.
Taylor should add the beveled arm rest to all GT models. I believe that would add a ton of value to a guitar which seems to have landed soft with guitarists for its size and price.
Ibanez looks the coolest Yamaha sounds the best but really each was great with a great player.the neck shape body shape strings string height all make a difference we have to come in person to see and feel though.
My ex used to have a GS Mini, which basically meant that i had one because she bearly played. Now that we broke up i really miss her.. by that I mean the guitar of course. I think i’m going to buy one for myself now..
If I were in the market for a new acoustic travel guitar, I would absolutely grab that Martin Jr. The sound of that shocked me. I was not expecting it to sound that great! 🐰❤️🎸🎵🤝✌️
Just recently I bought the Yamaha FSX800C in Natural and man, its serious guitar for the money. I had to get the action lowered a little bit but out of the box factory setup strings and sound is exceptional. Would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for an affordable guitar. Pickups are also great plugged-in.
I’m glad you like it because I have one on hold for me sight unseen. I live in a rural area of México so it’s difficult to get your hands on one. I’m going back home to TX in March
I really liked what I heard also. Good to know my ears are not goofy. We each all have our preferences. I totally respect other’s choices and all off these guitars are great value.
I like going to bat for Yamaha also. I’ve had the FG730S for about 7 years now and even though I just bought a Martin, I’m keeping the Yamaha and it’ll still get played. I changed out the stock plastic nut, saddle and bridge pins for bone and it sounds like a guitar worth twice as much. Yamaha is a great option.
I have the Yamaha FSX800C and when I initially went to the store to try it I kept playing it... and playing it...fell in love with it... took it home! I was looking for an acoustic electric with a cutaway to add to my toolbox of guitars and it fit the bill perfectly. What you get for the money is really remarkable!!
These are all great choices. I just picked up the Martin D-X2E for $599. Solid top acoustic electric with a really nice gig bag. Sounds heavenly. I just want to play it all the time. I’d throw that and the Taylor Big Baby for $499 in there as more options in 2021.
Yep. The only choice, in my opinion. Taylors always sound thin to my ear, and I have three Yamahas and love them all. Would like an FG850 just to round off my collection.
The Yamaha’s neck is the most comfortable I’ve played on a guitar that costs less than $1,000. It’s so nice. Rolled fingerboard, great fretwork. I mean. Come on. Such a great value.
Try an Alvarez. I have a FG800 and recently upgraded to an Alvarez. Wow. Can't put it down. This was partly inspired by the review that JP Courmier put up on his channel but also my having played an old Alvarez that lay neglected in my BIL's house. These necks are something else and better than Yamaha IMO
Thank you for this video! For me it”s almost a tossup with the Martin, the Yamaha and the GS Mini Taylor! I have a Martin SWDGT and I absolutely love it for looks, sound and concept. That said, for my next easy practice guitar, I’m leaning GS Mini. In this comparison, I do think the GS Mini punched way above its class and I already own a Martin. A little Taylor would make a welcome addition! Such a tough choice though! I’d have one of each but the lady in the house would impede my goals!
I REALLY like the sound of the Yamaha, for a lovely rich tone where some of the others can sound flat. I'd definitely try out a Yammy before other makes.
Normally with these videos that compare multiple guitars Im focused entirely on the sound of each guitar to determine how they differ and which I feel sounds best to me.....in this case I got lost in Cooper's great playing and had to watch it a 2nd time to find the guitar tone favorites!
Cooper's comment about strings was interesting. I'd love to see a video where you guys take the same guitar and play with 5 or 6 different sets of strings to compare the sound.
I have the Fender GC 140 which I bought second hand from someone who also liked travel guitars. I like the sound of the Ibanez but have heard that the strings sit higher over the frets. Yamaha is always one of my favorites in terms of value and sound quality so if I were buying brand new, the FSX 800 or the Martin 000J which is all wood and sounds great!
I think it’s time for me to go to the next entry level from the poc! $40 guitar to the Taylor GS mini, I just got in love with it!!!!!! thank you guys 🤟🏼
My own feelings on each guitar's sounds from best to worst, take them with a grain of salt as I am a nobody lol: #1: Fender CD-60. I loved how warm and balanced it sounded, it didn't ring too bright but also didn't neglect any bass response, which is shocking since I don't hold Fender acoustics in very high regard. This is the one I would pick as a singer/songwriter personally. #2: Yamaha FSX800. Another surprise for me as I don't typically like Yamaha guitars, this one also sounded very well balanced, but with a bit more focus on the high end than the Fender, the voice on this one impressed me considering how thin it is and I think it'd be a great all around gigging instrument. #3: Martin Junior. It SHOCKED me how big of a voice that little guitar has, and it truly does sound like a Martin to my ears. With big boomy bass (for the size) and well-balanced mids with decent highs, this would be a great guitar for old-school country and rockabilly. #4: Both Taylors. These both tie here for me at fourth place, they sounded fairly sterile to my ear and that's not necessarily a bad thing, if you like the Taylor signature sound, both of these certainly give it to you at a low price and I feel these would be good guitars for beginners but I don't find either to be particularly sonically interesting. #5: Ibanez AEWC32FM. This is easily the worst sounding guitar of the bunch for me acoustically (they didn't demo its electronics but knowing Ibanez, I'm positive it sounds good plugged in), it's muffled and flat sounded, very muted. It's almost like listening to an acoustic guitar with your head under water, however having played similar models before, I know that they do make excellent acoustic lead guitars for anyone looking to get into acoustic lead, just be sure to plug them in or you won't hear them over the rhythm section.
@@pizzanfm At under $600? Sure thing! The AMI JM-AGE is a fantastic budget guitar that competes favorably with what's shown here, it has a solid Sitka spruce top and laminate mahogany back & sides. It's a slope shoulder dreadnought taking inspiration from the Gibson J-45 and while it has a distinctly different tone than the J-45, it's still a great all-around workhorse acoustic that's solid for picking or strumming. If you're okay with going used, the Boulder Creek Solitaire or ECGC will outperform everything shown here and even guitars in the $800-$1000 range. The sound is very unique but incredible with a great high-end shimmer that doesn't sacrifice your lows (unlike many Taylors). I also find their electronics to be leagues better than any of the Fishman, B-Band, or Barcus Berry systems. The Washburn HF11SCE is also a great choice, it offers a solid red cedar top which gives an amazing sound for fingerstyle. And if you're partial to playing lead on an acoustic, any of the Ovation acoustics are fantastic for that, and the Applauses are pretty good for their price points too!
I enjoyed the demo of how they all sound. Personally i thought the Yamaha sounds the best! I really want to love the Ibanez because of it's modern look and I'm a big fan of a guitar that's easy to play, but it definitely sounds a bit thin :(. I might opt for it anyways. Planning on buying a guitar very soon...
Did you end up getting the Ibanez? I’m looking for an acoustic in this price range currently. The Ibanez really does look the coolest but I’m thinking about the Taylor 12e.
I'm glad i have the Fender CD140 sce. upgraded to bone nut and saddle and Brass bridge pins. this things Plays like Butter I don't want a 5000$ guitar. Fender CD140sce does Pretty good Job 😳
Are you guys going to be talking about the new Epiphone inspired by Gibson solid wood acoustics? Those seem to be incredible value for money. I would love to see one of your high quality comparisons between the epiphone and the Gibson!
I have one and love it. DR 400 MCE. The main selling point? Solid wood, plays like butter and on sale at GC for 339.00. I bought it at Christmas 2019. Not in love with the electronics but I play unplugged, and another drawback is that it's Chinese. These guys are not Epiphone fans, but I'm looking to upgrade again soon and I'm looking at the DR500MCE or an Epiphone in that price range. (7 or 8 hundred bucks)
All these guitars are nice, and anyone of them would be a fine choice. I think Yamaha has a slightly better timbre and attack. It's really all just down to personal opinion or brand loyalty.
"Couch guitar"... at first I shook my head but after considering it for a bit, isn't that really where the muscle memory is formed? You could probably diversify into couches with integrated guitar pockets. Opportunity is everywhere.
Thanks for playing through each of these Cooper. Listening through headphones, I liked the Martin 000c Jr, Fender, Taylor A12, Yamaha, Taylor GS Mini, and Ibanez. The Fender really surprised me. Another might be the PRS SE P20E, all wood mahogany with electronics. Just FYI.
I'm very late to the party, but thanks for an excellent, fun comparison video. I wasn't even aware of the Martin 000cjr-10. I love that it has a 1.75" neck combined with all solid wood! I won't buy a Taylor because the more affordable ones all have the narrow nut width, and I just won't pay the price they want for a Taylor with a 1.75" width.
As a Martin fan it pains me to say this, but to my ears the Taylor A12 was the best sounding of all these guitars... I prefer the Dread Jr to the 000 Jr, as a point of reference I have an 0-18 which is absolutely fantastic but will never leave the house!
I had the FSX800C, ended up trading it for a Martin.....Yamaha is great, but really gets Thin at louder playing, thought about upgrading to a A1M yamaha(was about to buy it), but then played a Martin SC-10e, and the tone was magical, and so got that instead.
The Yamaha and the Martin sound great. While not the same, I've had a Martin Dreadnought Jr.e. for just over two years and it is an excellent guitar; it sounds good, is versatile and very comfortable.
Hello guys! I watched your video for the first time and loved it! I liked it so much I read ALL the comments as well, in case I wanted to comment. Im thinkiing about buying an Epiphone SG Special. Just thought Id mention it. Thanks for taking the time to do these video's for us.
Between the Martin Jr. and Taylor GSMini, I think the Taylor has a fuller and more intricate sound than the Martin. However, despite the fact that the GSMini doesn't come with a pickup and is higher in price than the Martin Jr., I would choose the Martin Jr. over the Taylor.
What a nice and helpful video! As a long time Taylor fan, my favourite out of these was, surprisingly, the Martin. Such a lovely tone and yes, you do hear the difference. Overall you really can’t go wrong with any of these, though. This video just added two more guitars to my wish list ...thanks Chris & Cooper!
and why should he do that? i am sure that he did not use tabs to play that. figure it out yourself man, it is so magical when you do it yourself :) cheers
so it has been a while since you did this video you i find myself (who has never played a note) moving to AK and wanting to pursue a life long interest. i say i have never played a note and i stand by that but i have tried several times with several instruments and i just dont have the gift like my brother. still i want to take an acoustic guitar with me. if nothing else it can hang on the wall aside my vaga banjo. i love the sound of the martins and think the djr10 just may be a good candidate
Action is easily adjusted, and people have a personal preferance how they like the action. Irrelevent to the purchase really, unless is a shitty, cheap thing that is unplayable!
Hi Chris..great video as always, especially for holiday gift considerations. Quick question re the Ibanez...how would you rate the plugged in sound to Taylor's ES2 system?
Loving the melody being played - can't work out which I prefer of the Fender and the Taylor A12 Does anyone know what the melody is - can't get it out of my head :-)
Midwestern Jesus and Rick from PawnStars just schooled me on some great recommendations.
23:43 Yamaha
24:36 Martin
25:40 Fender
26:41 Taylor
27:51 Ibanez
29:01 Taylor
Bless you
@@SidChrisaw I think the Yamaha sound's best ! ?
@@TheBubblybobby I'd agree
Agree Yamaha is so rich in overall sound quality.
With the Taylor Gs mini or the Martin 000jr10 you better have a pickup or a mic in front of it or an Amp because just straight acoustic they sound...small, thin.
I think the Yamaha trumped against the other guitars here. The sound attack is really clear and woody especially on the thicker strings.
04-02-2022 ALL IN MY OWN EAR TASTE - The Yamaha was a great sound in this video. Had the sound I like I guess. Balanced yet clear, bright and still some warmth. I thought it was really big contrast of sound with the very nice Martin that followed. The sterile kind off boring Academy A12 sound lost it for me. Just kind of stuck in blah in this showing. Clean, clear, perhaps, but kind of boring sound. The Ibanez was to me weak sound, muffled, kind of like the back of the throat sound. The GS Mini, okay, nothing new.
I love the Chris/Cooper combo
I went shopping for a small, good quality guitar for my daughter the other day. The little Martin and the GS mini were nice but had compromises on the sound. We ended up with an all solid Yamaha CSF3M in sunburst. Best bang for the buck in my humble opinion.
That's one I'll have to try, thanks!
Taylor should add the beveled arm rest to all GT models. I believe that would add a ton of value to a guitar which seems to have landed soft with guitarists for its size and price.
Ibanez looks the coolest Yamaha sounds the best but really each was great with a great player.the neck shape body shape strings string height all make a difference we have to come in person to see and feel though.
My ex used to have a GS Mini, which basically meant that i had one because she bearly played. Now that we broke up i really miss her.. by that I mean the guitar of course. I think i’m going to buy one for myself now..
I got a Chris McKee signature Taylor for Christmas (minus the signature so far). Great Taylor.
Go flex elsewhere :)
If I were in the market for a new acoustic travel guitar, I would absolutely grab that Martin Jr.
The sound of that shocked me. I was not expecting it to sound that great! 🐰❤️🎸🎵🤝✌️
Just recently I bought the Yamaha FSX800C in Natural and man, its serious guitar for the money. I had to get the action lowered a little bit but out of the box factory setup strings and sound is exceptional. Would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for an affordable guitar. Pickups are also great plugged-in.
I’m glad you like it because I have one on hold for me sight unseen. I live in a rural area of México so it’s difficult to get your hands on one. I’m going back home to TX in March
I really liked what I heard also. Good to know my ears are not goofy. We each all have our preferences. I totally respect other’s choices and all off these guitars are great value.
The best neck on any sub-$1,000 guitar.
I like that Cooper brought up about changing the strings. I wouldn't have known that as a first time guitar buyer.
Picked up a fg800 and it is phenomenal for the value. Really a joy to play everyday. I think I’ll have to pick up the fsx800.
I have the FSX800C on hold for me at Alamo music until I get back in the country. First steel string guitar
Nice video. The Yamaha acoustic guitars are a nice bang for the buck. I own an FG830 and it is really starting to open up.
I like going to bat for Yamaha also. I’ve had the FG730S for about 7 years now and even though I just bought a Martin, I’m keeping the Yamaha and it’ll still get played. I changed out the stock plastic nut, saddle and bridge pins for bone and it sounds like a guitar worth twice as much. Yamaha is a great option.
Love the way the Taylors sound.
I have the Yamaha FSX800C and when I initially went to the store to try it I kept playing it... and playing it...fell in love with it... took it home!
I was looking for an acoustic electric with a cutaway to add to my toolbox of guitars and it fit the bill perfectly.
What you get for the money is really remarkable!!
I have one too in Natural and you're right its hard to put down. I like it for its superb playability.
Ahh....tasteful demo melody CG. Grateful for well built affordable guitars. Yamaha has indeed "knocked it out of the park" with FS/FG!
These are all great choices. I just picked up the Martin D-X2E for $599. Solid top acoustic electric with a really nice gig bag. Sounds heavenly. I just want to play it all the time. I’d throw that and the Taylor Big Baby for $499 in there as more options in 2021.
Well that Yamaha just blew me away
Yep. The only choice, in my opinion. Taylors always sound thin to my ear, and I have three Yamahas and love them all. Would like an FG850 just to round off my collection.
The Yamaha’s neck is the most comfortable I’ve played on a guitar that costs less than $1,000. It’s so nice. Rolled fingerboard, great fretwork. I mean. Come on. Such a great value.
Try an Alvarez. I have a FG800 and recently upgraded to an Alvarez. Wow. Can't put it down.
This was partly inspired by the review that JP Courmier put up on his channel but also my having played an old Alvarez that lay neglected in my BIL's house.
These necks are something else and better than Yamaha IMO
Thank you for this video! For me it”s almost a tossup with the Martin, the Yamaha and the GS Mini Taylor! I have a Martin SWDGT and I absolutely love it for looks, sound and concept. That said, for my next easy practice guitar, I’m leaning GS Mini. In this comparison, I do think the GS Mini punched way above its class and I already own a Martin. A little Taylor would make a welcome addition! Such a tough choice though! I’d have one of each but the lady in the house would impede my goals!
I REALLY like the sound of the Yamaha, for a lovely rich tone where some of the others can sound flat. I'd definitely try out a Yammy before other makes.
As an old high school band Euphonium player, I didn't need to Google that! LOL! In fact, I still have one. Gotta keep the lips in shape. Great video!
Normally with these videos that compare multiple guitars Im focused entirely on the sound of each guitar to determine how they differ and which I feel sounds best to me.....in this case I got lost in Cooper's great playing and had to watch it a 2nd time to find the guitar tone favorites!
Those Yamaha FSX-830 guitars are a great beginner guitar, good neck.
Cooper's comment about strings was interesting. I'd love to see a video where you guys take the same guitar and play with 5 or 6 different sets of strings to compare the sound.
Great vid we would like to see a new one on from 800$ to 1400$ range🔥✌️
Facts
So many are good in that price range. The low ticket and quality is here?
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Maybe you can try LAVA ME 3, from 999$ to 1199$, the real Smartguitar. So much fun.
@@lavamusicpromote5432 tryed the me2 and loved it do the 3 feels like the 2?
I have the Fender GC 140 which I bought second hand from someone who also liked travel guitars. I like the sound of the Ibanez but have heard that the strings sit higher over the frets. Yamaha is always one of my favorites in terms of value and sound quality so if I were buying brand new, the FSX 800 or the Martin 000J which is all wood and sounds great!
Yamaha and cort make the best value for money acoustics! No one ever mentions cort though.
Or Orangewood. They are going to review only what Alamo sells. Guess that's fair, Alamo is paying the bills, but should be said up front.
Agreed I love my cort electric accoustic amazing value for money and lefty too!
I think it’s time for me to go to the next entry level from the poc! $40 guitar to the Taylor GS mini, I just got in love with it!!!!!! thank you guys 🤟🏼
Wow I didn't expect Yamaha sounding that good. I like the Taylor too.
I love the academy series. They have the signature Taylor sound but for that price is crazy!!
I have an Ibanez AE30 from 1980 and it never has had a buzz or anything and still beautiful. Purple burst w gold hardware and lots of abalone
My own feelings on each guitar's sounds from best to worst, take them with a grain of salt as I am a nobody lol:
#1: Fender CD-60. I loved how warm and balanced it sounded, it didn't ring too bright but also didn't neglect any bass response, which is shocking since I don't hold Fender acoustics in very high regard. This is the one I would pick as a singer/songwriter personally.
#2: Yamaha FSX800. Another surprise for me as I don't typically like Yamaha guitars, this one also sounded very well balanced, but with a bit more focus on the high end than the Fender, the voice on this one impressed me considering how thin it is and I think it'd be a great all around gigging instrument.
#3: Martin Junior. It SHOCKED me how big of a voice that little guitar has, and it truly does sound like a Martin to my ears. With big boomy bass (for the size) and well-balanced mids with decent highs, this would be a great guitar for old-school country and rockabilly.
#4: Both Taylors. These both tie here for me at fourth place, they sounded fairly sterile to my ear and that's not necessarily a bad thing, if you like the Taylor signature sound, both of these certainly give it to you at a low price and I feel these would be good guitars for beginners but I don't find either to be particularly sonically interesting.
#5: Ibanez AEWC32FM. This is easily the worst sounding guitar of the bunch for me acoustically (they didn't demo its electronics but knowing Ibanez, I'm positive it sounds good plugged in), it's muffled and flat sounded, very muted. It's almost like listening to an acoustic guitar with your head under water, however having played similar models before, I know that they do make excellent acoustic lead guitars for anyone looking to get into acoustic lead, just be sure to plug them in or you won't hear them over the rhythm section.
At the same price range, can you recommend me any acoustic other than those in the video?
@@pizzanfm At under $600? Sure thing!
The AMI JM-AGE is a fantastic budget guitar that competes favorably with what's shown here, it has a solid Sitka spruce top and laminate mahogany back & sides. It's a slope shoulder dreadnought taking inspiration from the Gibson J-45 and while it has a distinctly different tone than the J-45, it's still a great all-around workhorse acoustic that's solid for picking or strumming.
If you're okay with going used, the Boulder Creek Solitaire or ECGC will outperform everything shown here and even guitars in the $800-$1000 range. The sound is very unique but incredible with a great high-end shimmer that doesn't sacrifice your lows (unlike many Taylors). I also find their electronics to be leagues better than any of the Fishman, B-Band, or Barcus Berry systems.
The Washburn HF11SCE is also a great choice, it offers a solid red cedar top which gives an amazing sound for fingerstyle.
And if you're partial to playing lead on an acoustic, any of the Ovation acoustics are fantastic for that, and the Applauses are pretty good for their price points too!
I've enjoyed watching your review videos, and I just ordered the Martin DJR10 Sapele from you guys! Looking forward to its arrival!
I enjoyed the demo of how they all sound. Personally i thought the Yamaha sounds the best! I really want to love the Ibanez because of it's modern look and I'm a big fan of a guitar that's easy to play, but it definitely sounds a bit thin :(. I might opt for it anyways. Planning on buying a guitar very soon...
Did you end up getting the Ibanez? I’m looking for an acoustic in this price range currently. The Ibanez really does look the coolest but I’m thinking about the Taylor 12e.
@@psych336 no my store sold out of it. I ended up getting a great deal on a Yamaha A1R. Very happy with it.
Most helpful videos I’ve seen in a long time thanks again guy! I’ll be buying from you very shortly ;)
I'm glad i have the Fender CD140 sce. upgraded to bone nut and saddle and Brass bridge pins. this things Plays like Butter I don't want a 5000$ guitar. Fender CD140sce does Pretty good Job 😳
Love knowing that Chris, like myself, was a euphonium player as well. Gotta rep low brass
I just picked up a Yamaha fs830 TS and absolutely love it, sounds great, looks great and was less than $300
I have the Yamaha LS-TA coming from the big man Santa clause himself.....
oh man, I bought mine last year, and I love it! They're great!! I hope you really love yours!🐰❤️🎸🎵🤝✌️
Are you guys going to be talking about the new Epiphone inspired by Gibson solid wood acoustics? Those seem to be incredible value for money. I would love to see one of your high quality comparisons between the epiphone and the Gibson!
I’m also looking forward to that
@@advicebandpr if they do it!
I have one and love it. DR 400 MCE. The main selling point? Solid wood, plays like butter and on sale at GC for 339.00. I bought it at Christmas 2019. Not in love with the electronics but I play unplugged, and another drawback is that it's Chinese. These guys are not Epiphone fans, but I'm looking to upgrade again soon and I'm looking at the DR500MCE or an Epiphone in that price range. (7 or 8 hundred bucks)
All these guitars are nice, and anyone of them would be a fine choice. I think Yamaha has a slightly better timbre and attack. It's really all just down to personal opinion or brand loyalty.
"Couch guitar"... at first I shook my head but after considering it for a bit, isn't that really where the muscle memory is formed? You could probably diversify into couches with integrated guitar pockets. Opportunity is everywhere.
Thanks for playing through each of these Cooper. Listening through headphones, I liked the Martin 000c Jr, Fender, Taylor A12, Yamaha, Taylor GS Mini, and Ibanez. The Fender really surprised me. Another might be the PRS SE P20E, all wood mahogany with electronics. Just FYI.
I'm very late to the party, but thanks for an excellent, fun comparison video. I wasn't even aware of the Martin 000cjr-10. I love that it has a 1.75" neck combined with all solid wood! I won't buy a Taylor because the more affordable ones all have the narrow nut width, and I just won't pay the price they want for a Taylor with a 1.75" width.
The Yamaha sounds sweet.
The Taylor A12 is really cool. Keep one around for visiting grandchildren & Keep one out to practice & play with.
As a Martin fan it pains me to say this, but to my ears the Taylor A12 was the best sounding of all these guitars... I prefer the Dread Jr to the 000 Jr, as a point of reference I have an 0-18 which is absolutely fantastic but will never leave the house!
FGX800C
yamaha and the gs mini kicked asssssss
I had the FSX800C, ended up trading it for a Martin.....Yamaha is great, but really gets Thin at louder playing, thought about upgrading to a A1M yamaha(was about to buy it), but then played a Martin SC-10e, and the tone was magical, and so got that instead.
Yamaha FSX800C and Taylor Academy 12 stood out the most in my opinion
There’s just something about that Yamaha. It was my favorite. Brought the notes to life
@@clintcurtis9630 me too loved the yamaha ! :)
Same here. Cooper played it wonderfully well.
The Yamaha and the Martin sound great. While not the same, I've had a Martin Dreadnought Jr.e. for just over two years and it is an excellent guitar; it sounds good, is versatile and very comfortable.
Hello guys! I watched your video for the first time and loved it! I liked it so much I read ALL the comments as well, in case I wanted to comment. Im thinkiing about buying an Epiphone SG Special. Just thought Id mention it. Thanks for taking the time to do these video's for us.
Nice to see a fellow euphonium -> guitar player. A man of good taste, for sure B)
Love your videos. I hope if one day you guys will do a Yamaha L series video ll/ls 16, 26, 36, 56 all the hand made guitars comparison.
My favorite is the GS mini. I have one and love it!
Great advice there Cooper at the end of the video.. In fact great job both of you.
Not many people get a euphonium for Christmas - that’s a great mother. Let’s see the demo.
Ps - the Yamaha sounds best to me.
Between the Martin Jr. and Taylor GSMini, I think the Taylor has a fuller and more intricate sound than the Martin. However, despite the fact that the GSMini doesn't come with a pickup and is higher in price than the Martin Jr., I would choose the Martin Jr. over the Taylor.
What a nice and helpful video!
As a long time Taylor fan, my favourite out of these was, surprisingly, the Martin. Such a lovely tone and yes, you do hear the difference.
Overall you really can’t go wrong with any of these, though. This video just added two more guitars to my wish list ...thanks Chris & Cooper!
Great video guys. Small request for future ones, can you also show the bags in future videos for the guitars that come with them?
Put silk & steel strings on a GS Mini Koa as Andy Powers suggested; they sound REALLY great. Got one for grandkids and another as well.
Cooper needs to give us the tab to this piece he’s playing. It’s so mesmerising!
and why should he do that?
i am sure that he did not use tabs to play that. figure it out yourself man, it is so magical when you do it yourself :) cheers
Thank you guys! very informative / im gonna get that Taylor rosewood☺
thanks! it helped me choose… great job.
Awesome job guys. Thanks
Thx for the video guys!!
Cooper's playing is phenomenal
I wish I could together the vintage tint in the FGX800C
Cooper’s Taylor is truth. And l bought the Martin first. I have both. The Taylor smokes
Have a Gretsch Rancher Falcon Jumbo paid $700 for it exceptional quality craftsmanship
I just prefer that sound that Taylor has. I love Martin as the next I prefer. I do like the way a Martin plays
Great Video. Cooper you’re coming alive 👍 Chris as Good as ever 🖖🏻
This video is perfect!!
@almo music center, You need to experiment with the Martin DRj10 and strings, 80/20 and Phosfor, retro strings, Im very interested
so it has been a while since you did this video you i find myself (who has never played a note) moving to AK and wanting to pursue a life long interest. i say i have never played a note and i stand by that but i have tried several times with several instruments and i just dont have the gift like my brother. still i want to take an acoustic guitar with me. if nothing else it can hang on the wall aside my vaga banjo. i love the sound of the martins and think the djr10 just may be a good candidate
They all sound great!
Fsx830c 😕😕
Please make a video on the new Epiphone s inspired by Gibson Acoustics
Does the yamaha FSX800C sound exactly as its acoustic only version the fs800?
What do you think about the f 310 that's all I can get in Mexico on Amazon ?
You guys need to talk about the action! Otherwise great video.
Action is easily adjusted, and people have a personal preferance how they like the action. Irrelevent to the purchase really, unless is a shitty, cheap thing that is unplayable!
What's better, the gs mini or the taylor academy line?
None, get a cheaper yamaha
WHO ELSE IS THINKING RICK FROM PAWN STARS ON RIGHT . AND GUY WITH TWO LAST NAMES ON LEFT ..? ...JUST HAVING FUN GANG....
Hi Chris..great video as always, especially for holiday gift considerations. Quick question re the Ibanez...how would you rate the plugged in sound to Taylor's ES2 system?
Have you ever heard of michael kelly guitars? Got one a few years back, amazing!!! But I mainly stick with my Taylor
Taylor gs mini best sound
Loving the melody being played - can't work out which I prefer of the Fender and the Taylor A12
Does anyone know what the melody is - can't get it out of my head :-)
I looked at the guitars in this video at your website and most were at the $700:00 level not under six hundred
Thank you
Thank you!
Hey what are the vintage strings on the Martin ooocjr-10? thanks! Loved the video
Why not the Sire Larry Carlton A3 and A4 at $406 ot $534?
What about the RJ504XZBIG Cock Range 🤔 ridiculous reference numbers A12N And what was the reference numbers on the chair coop
What does Cooper play at the end please?
Have you tried the Sire acoustics? If you have, what do you think…
You guys need a little more balance in these videos..........
Coop give Chris half your hair ! Very much appreciated THANK YOU for doing these videos.
great thank you which is the mike you use to record these beauties ? Thanks a lot
Ibanez and Yamaha both make a good product for the price. Do a good setup with bone nut and saddle you got a nice instrument