After much research on high end guitars I finally pulled the trigger on the ZAD900CE. Looking forward to getting this guitar. Thanks for your video. Made me realize I've done the right thing!
Jason, a tour of the Zager factory would be awesome! Beauty of a guitar, and your playing prowess certainly won’t hinder potential sales for the company. A bit out of my range, for now, having to put all three(!) kids through college. But certainly a guitar I’ll keep my eyes on sometime in the future.
That guitar is gorgeous jason! For years ive used medium to heavy gauge strings on acoustics until i decided to drop the gauge down to 10 to 46,that did the trick,im able to have less hand fatigue and can play longer,i plan on getting another acoustic guitar in the near future,the one i have now is kinda cheap(180) and is showing it's age but good on you man
I'm with you. I'm not sure what strings came with it but I will be putting my usual Elixir custom lights on soon. Those really save the hands for those 3-4 hour live shows.
I received the ZAD900CE and love it. I've been playing guitar since 1968. The 900CE is beautiful, well-made, and sounds very good. The Fishman Aura Pro is a great addition to the instrument. The sticker inside the guitar says "Made in Jakarta, Indonesia", so I assume Zager assembles the guitar stateside from parts. I think it is a fantastic value and Zager's customer service is amazing. I recommend them.
No. It's made in Indonesia just as some Martin and Taylors are made in Mexico. I own a couple of Eastman guitars and I love them. Very well built and beautiful guitars. To think that only US made guitars are quality is just plain nonsense.
Agreed! But Martin and Taylor make it perfectly clear to their customers exactly where their guitars are built. They also price them accordingly. It's important to be honest with your customers, don't you agree?
Hi Jason, thanks for the Zager review. I was in the market for a smaller bodied guitar (really wanted a 00) last year and ordered a Zager parlor model. Like you, I was impressed with the beauty and all the accessories that came with it. It played well but it didn’t resonate very well (as is typical of the smaller bodied guitars), so I went through with the return process. The Zager staff were excellent and even offered me the next size up (the OM) at no additional price! I sometimes think I should have taken them up on that. Oh well, I ended getting a Guild OM-260CE Deluxe Blackwood. (It’s eye candy, for sure!) Anyway, I still need to come visit you at Fiorelli winery since I live in Bradenton. Cheers, and Happy Holidays!
Yeah, this is a super nice guitar and just a solid build. I may get a smaller one at some point as I wanted to teach my wife. But yeah, I can see where the smaller models may not have the full sound as the other models. The one I have has a beautiful tone and resonates.
Hey Jason, beautiful guitar. I've looked at Zager and would love one. Not so sure if they ship here, to the UK. Definitely a consideration if they do. I love their ethos and have looked at so many of their models. So I'm exited to see your future videos. But I've seen and heard lots of great things. Please do a video of how to adjust the action. It's something I'm so scared to do myself. So if you figure it out???? Great video, sooooo looking forward to seeing many of your videos with you playing this guitar. it looks stunning and sounds gorgeous too! Would love a Zager factory tour video, that would be fantastic🤘🏻😊❤
I'm sure they'll ship there but will probably be a little pricy. I think it's worth it though...this guitar is half the price of a Taylor or Martin. As far as action, I really don't get into that. I did gently adjust the truss rod but that only seems to impact the upper part of the fretboard. All the other stuff involved in setup, I take to my local shop and have a pro handle that...I don't wanna screw it up!
Zager gets Lamb 🐑 Basted a lot. Thanks for the first impressions. The comments on this brand are more polarized than most brands I’ve seen. I don’t have the money for a new one but have located a couple used ones I will try before buying. I have had a couple acoustic guitars and hated them, good money after bad to set up. Rather play my electric guitars. I am 63 with arthritis so that’s a limitation. I’ll try a Zager and if I can play it as it is I will buy it and possibly tweak later. I’ll look for your follow up on Zager.
I’ll be releasing that update in August! I’ve been playing my Zager for my live shows most of 2024 and I’m really putting it to the test now in the Tampa summer heat and humidity! It’s holding up quite nice, stays in tune, and doesn’t bow in the extreme humidity like another guitar I have. More to come, soon!
I’ve got it right here and at this point I’ve been using the Zager as my primary guitar for live shows: ruclips.net/video/S9GMBu-DOhY/видео.htmlsi=rLJUemZqVHCkehTX
That would be cool. I also just posted my true review of this guitar after playing it all of 2024: ruclips.net/video/S9GMBu-DOhY/видео.htmlsi=FjwfPpdf5XaoBM-k
I heard the guitars are made in Indonesia and are laminate. -Are there any video's of the Zager factory, maybe a factory tour video like Martin, Taylor, PRS, etc. have?
well, it certainly sounds wonderful, and looks great. Nice score! **Edit** I finally noticed the fretboard wood. It's got character and I love it. I dislike when companies dye fretboards; all it does is get my fingers black lol...
Yeah they put a ton of attention to detail in everything they do from the guitars craftsmanship to all the high quality extras! I’m pretty impressed…already entertaining the idea of going there to film a factory tour
Been looking at these. I play a Martin performing artist series cost me $1,100. Great for gigging. How stable is this Indonesia made guitar? I did learn final assembly is in states. Did the saddle have to be cut to fix high action? Surprised this easy play guitar was set up with high action. What do you think of it now? What acoustic did you play before Zager?
I still need to have the saddle shaved a little. That’s something that you can request when you order. I also have a Takaine G Series, which I’ll always keep as a backup. I’m looking to sell my Martin GOC 13e as the Zager is now my main guitar. I’ve got a full review coming soon as I’ve been giggling with the Zager for almost 3 months. Here’s the link to their guitars: jasonstallworth.com/zager/
They do have a location and shop in Nebraska. I’m not certain what’s done where, probably a mix. All that said, I really don’t pay attention to that as much as most. I either like the guitar sound and playability or I don’t. (I’ve played many expensive guitars made in the US that I didn’t like)
@@jasonstallworth But transparency and honesty are important to a lot of people, epecially if they are paying a lot of money for an overseas guitar, don't you think?
@@rosewoodsteel6656 Transparency is important, yes. But don’t mistake something being made in a particular country being high quality by default. Maybe that was the case 50 years ago but we’re in 2024. If we’re going to truly be transparent you’ve got great products (as well as cheap) being made in multiple parts of the world, including the good ole USA. On that note, I’ve got the real review of this Zager guitar coming up this week on my channel (this is after having played it live for over 8 months)
@@jasonstallworth My point about honesty and transparency has more to do with being forthright about where a guitar is manufactured. If it's made in Indonesia, for example, let people know it is made there. Indonesia has some fine guitars made there. But, Indonesia also has a lower price point for their products than say, the US, Canada or the European countries. So, an Indonesian made guitar should reflect this and buyers should be made aware that the item they are buying is made in Indonesia. I believe you would agree with this.
I have a friend who has a zager. You might want to talk to him. His developed a buzz that he couldn't get out without raising the b string. He sent it back t zager and it came back as bad or worse than it was so when he plays it you can hear it buzz. They do look beautiful but looks aint everything. Plugged in it's ok cause je don't have to strum as hard but where we play it's acoustic only except for the bass.
I went through the process. I spent the money and received the holy grail guitar. I felt very mislead from the false advertising and the corny videos of Mr. Zager and his “son”…where Mr Zager apparently can’t speak for himself. I’ve been playing since I was 13. I have owned Epiphone, Gibson, Martin, Gretsch guitars. All wonderful instruments with clean heritage. I have arthritis as I just turned 62 and needed to find another solution because it’s not getting better. I borrowed my neighbor’s Taylor 814 to play at an anniversary for a friend and realized I may have found the answer. That…is a quality guitar. I purchased a Taylor 314 and love it. There are no phony e-mails, lies about who made the guitar, full, verifiable disclosure on all aspects of manufacture, history and architecture. The best part is, I don’t have to say…”you know, the guy who had one hit…in the year…” I did get my refund after having to deal with “Denny” (bot) telling me all sorts of crazy things. You all can keep your wonderful ZAGER guitars.
Thanks for sharing your honest thoughts. My experience has been the opposite. I've played a few high end Taylors and although they play well, the sound is not as full as I would expect. I also have a nice Martin which sounds great, but I've had it setup up more than once and still doesn't play as well as I would like. My Zager sounds and plays great but I am having it setup to have the strings lowered a bit. And that might be the issue you had. It may have just needed a good setup to release some of the tension and lower the action.
ruclips.net/video/RRC7k6KuHSA/видео.htmlsi=OrGQbHgpNsIvsHWS This is quality guitar craft. This is not Denny Zager. This is a man who builds guitars and has people like James Taylor and Phil Keaggy playing his guitars. Someone who can show his shop and look in the eye of someone and talk to them without malice and deceit. I know Olson guitars are on a higher level, but that’s what integrity will result in.
What a cool feature!!! I didn’t realize that until after I made this. I have a complete review coming soon (I’ve now played about 20 live shows with it)
Of course you’re getting the hand picked / packed special for you guitar. Because they want you to review it. So the box says Zager USA Lincoln Nebraska. They don’t have a guitar factory there. In fact they don’t have a guitar factory anywhere. Their guitars are made in Indonesia. By who knows who. Yes I’m the ‘Anti Zager’ troll. I just don’t like deceptive, dishonest and scrupulous companies. And the positive reviews you see against any negative comments posted are clearly Zager employees or paid by Zager. Don’t believe a word they say. There are too many trustworthy guitar companies out there to choose from.
I appreciate the feedback. I assume you either owned or have played Zager guitars? About this video - it’s not a review (as mentioned). As far as their marketing, they’re a business like any other guitar brand. All that said, I’ve bee using this guitar for my live shows since the beginning of the year and will have a proper overview of it soon (both what I like and what I would change).
How isbthat review video coming? Im on the fence about buying since it seems a bit expensive.. looking forward to your unbiased opinion and/or alternate recommendation in that price range. @jasonstallworth
@@eurysgamez9554 Glad you mentioned this. I’m actually creating the video this month by filming the guitar being performed at multiple venues. And I’ve been playing the Zager as my primary guitar for my shows this year. So you can expect it the first week in September I’ve also been posting me playing on social media
@@rob1261a their "factory" is in Henderson, Nevada. Zager is registered in Nevada and not Nebraska. He uses stock images on his website, they are basically just assembling kits that come from Indonesia. Denny must be magic if he signs off and hand cuts the nuts on guitars being assembled in Nevada, while he lives in Nebraska. His "special" finish is just plain lacquer from Stewmac they spray in a "booth" that is a bunch of cardboard taped together in front of a fan. They own a few domains their ratings come from... I could go on. Very deceptive.
@@eurysgamez9554 I would recommend anything in the Eastman AC line. If you want solid Spruce / Rosewood, I would recommend the AC422CE for around $1350 (Sweetwater). I have the AC322CE, solid Spruce / Mahogany, it’s my favorite guitar. Competes as well or better than any of the Taylors or Martins I have owned.
I’ve been playing the Zager for most of 2024 and will have my ‘review’ video coming out soon. Here’s a recent show I recorded using it: ruclips.net/video/9R4Kul_ngYI/видео.htmlsi=7E1zyh2icbIveT8L
@@lebe220 The lyrics of that song are just haunting man! I finally have the full review of this guitar after having played it live for several months: ruclips.net/video/S9GMBu-DOhY/видео.htmlsi=tajaeRa03tQIRhzr
@jasonstallworth True but unless it's a Zager I've yet to see a Asian guitar selling for $2500. It's not the norm. I would not pay $100 for a Zager. The marketing killed it for me and easy play is a joke. What's next? Remove the strings for easy play?
Is part of the zager sponsor deal you are only aloud to sing praises. I have never seen a zaeger review giving any cons. All guitars have pros and cons but try to find a review where anything negative or a side by side review against a higher end guitar.
You obviously didn't watch the entire video. I strongly recommend that you get the complete story before ranting and such. Had you done this then you would clearly know that this video is NOT a review and that I plan to do a true review after I've spent more time with guitar, and more importantly, have used it live several times. That video is coming soon, and yes, I will also provide the CONS. But dude this is the problem with people on the internet and short attention spans.
I had an older buddy of mine call me all hyped up about this brand. He was watching RUclips testimonials. My only advice was to buy local and try out the guitar first. I play a performing artist Martin for my gigging. Was only $1100.00 new. Solid rosewood and sounds amazing.
@donbishop6994 It is not for adjusting string height. It's for adjusting the curvature of the neck. The saddle is what you manipulate to adjust string height
The truss does adjust the height subtly at the upper part of the neck near the headstock. If you need more than that, then yes, you would want to shave down the saddle.
@jasonstallworth And for people who don't know what they're doing, which is most people who buy Zagers and use those instructions, will turn it too far and cause buzzing issues everywhere else. Beside that, Zagers are touted as being the most easy playing guitars ever built, with ground breaking proprietary methods... why are people needing to lower the action at all?
@@TheGuitarsquatch I've adjusted many guitars over the last 20 years or so. I know the main method for adjusting string height rests in the nut and saddles. That said, adjusting the truss rod will also affect string height as the neck relief changes.
With Zager so misleading why would you support them and praise them so much? Guitar might be okay, but they are so misleading. You didn't do too much reading into the company and what 80 is making tons of guitars a day. Hand cut bone and nut and everything else. Guess speaking praise helps the bank.
For starters, there’s no ‘praising of the guitar’ as you suggest. Per the title and per my transparency in the video, which is crystal clear, this was my first impression. It’s not a review of any kind. Again, per what I clearly lay out in the video, I needed to gig with this for a few months before giving my thoughts as that’s part of what I do for a living. And that’s happening soon.
➡ My REAL thoughts after almost a year later: ruclips.net/video/S9GMBu-DOhY/видео.html
Jason, looks and sounds killer! Can’t wait to see some gig videos with it.
Yeah man I’ve been digging this guitar! Next show is this Friday!
Music in your hands! 🎶 There's something special about seeing our Zager guitars in the hands of talented musicians.
Thank you all for working with me! Love this guitar!
After much research on high end guitars I finally pulled the trigger on the ZAD900CE. Looking forward to getting this guitar. Thanks for your video. Made me realize I've done the right thing!
Cool to hear that! I also have an updated video after using this guitar for many months for live shows here: ruclips.net/video/S9GMBu-DOhY/видео.html
Hi Jason. Thanks for another great video. It looks and sounds fantastic. Nice build quality too.
Andrew
It's an extremely nice build and I've had a hard time putting it down!
Jason, a tour of the Zager factory would be awesome! Beauty of a guitar, and your playing prowess certainly won’t hinder potential sales for the company. A bit out of my range, for now, having to put all three(!) kids through college. But certainly a guitar I’ll keep my eyes on sometime in the future.
It’s really nice…just played it live for the first time last weekend and 2 gigs coming up this weekend, so it’s being put to the test!
Good luck getting a tour…I challenge you to find out where the guitars are built. Oh yeah…it’s in Nebraska USA built by Denny HIMSELF!!
Yea right. These are made in china.@user-sf6rg5dm8v
@@MarkWhittier Hand built, I believe they advertise.
That guitar is gorgeous jason! For years ive used medium to heavy gauge strings on acoustics until i decided to drop the gauge down to 10 to 46,that did the trick,im able to have less hand fatigue and can play longer,i plan on getting another acoustic guitar in the near future,the one i have now is kinda cheap(180) and is showing it's age but good on you man
I'm with you. I'm not sure what strings came with it but I will be putting my usual Elixir custom lights on soon. Those really save the hands for those 3-4 hour live shows.
Ive had my 900 for about 7 years now and i still love it. Easy to play and sounds great too.
I’ll have a full video coming soon as I’ve been using it for live shows for a few months now! It’s a great guitar!
I received the ZAD900CE and love it. I've been playing guitar since 1968. The 900CE is beautiful, well-made, and sounds very good. The Fishman Aura Pro is a great addition to the instrument. The sticker inside the guitar says "Made in Jakarta, Indonesia", so I assume Zager assembles the guitar stateside from parts. I think it is a fantastic value and Zager's customer service is amazing. I recommend them.
I’m loving mine! I’ve now played several live acoustic shows with it and can truly attest to the ease of playability.
No. It's made in Indonesia just as some Martin and Taylors are made in Mexico. I own a couple of Eastman guitars and I love them. Very well built and beautiful guitars. To think that only US made guitars are quality is just plain nonsense.
Agreed! But Martin and Taylor make it perfectly clear to their customers exactly where their guitars are built. They also price them accordingly. It's important to be honest with your customers, don't you agree?
Hi Jason, thanks for the Zager review. I was in the market for a smaller bodied guitar (really wanted a 00) last year and ordered a Zager parlor model. Like you, I was impressed with the beauty and all the accessories that came with it. It played well but it didn’t resonate very well (as is typical of the smaller bodied guitars), so I went through with the return process. The Zager staff were excellent and even offered me the next size up (the OM) at no additional price! I sometimes think I should have taken them up on that. Oh well, I ended getting a Guild OM-260CE Deluxe Blackwood. (It’s eye candy, for sure!)
Anyway, I still need to come visit you at Fiorelli winery since I live in Bradenton. Cheers, and Happy Holidays!
Yeah, this is a super nice guitar and just a solid build. I may get a smaller one at some point as I wanted to teach my wife. But yeah, I can see where the smaller models may not have the full sound as the other models. The one I have has a beautiful tone and resonates.
Hey Jason, beautiful guitar. I've looked at Zager and would love one. Not so sure if they ship here, to the UK. Definitely a consideration if they do. I love their ethos and have looked at so many of their models. So I'm exited to see your future videos. But I've seen and heard lots of great things. Please do a video of how to adjust the action. It's something I'm so scared to do myself. So if you figure it out???? Great video, sooooo looking forward to seeing many of your videos with you playing this guitar. it looks stunning and sounds gorgeous too! Would love a Zager factory tour video, that would be fantastic🤘🏻😊❤
I'm sure they'll ship there but will probably be a little pricy. I think it's worth it though...this guitar is half the price of a Taylor or Martin. As far as action, I really don't get into that. I did gently adjust the truss rod but that only seems to impact the upper part of the fretboard. All the other stuff involved in setup, I take to my local shop and have a pro handle that...I don't wanna screw it up!
@@jasonstallworthsounds like you just need the saddle shaved down. Is this your first acoustic?
Thank you for sharing!
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Zager gets Lamb 🐑 Basted a lot.
Thanks for the first impressions.
The comments on this brand are more polarized than most brands I’ve seen.
I don’t have the money for a new one but have located a couple used ones I will try before buying.
I have had a couple acoustic guitars and hated them, good money after bad to set up.
Rather play my electric guitars. I am 63 with arthritis so that’s a limitation.
I’ll try a Zager and if I can play it as it is I will buy it and possibly tweak later.
I’ll look for your follow up on Zager.
I’ll be releasing that update in August! I’ve been playing my Zager for my live shows most of 2024 and I’m really putting it to the test now in the Tampa summer heat and humidity! It’s holding up quite nice, stays in tune, and doesn’t bow in the extreme humidity like another guitar I have. More to come, soon!
I would like to hear more honest feedback on your Zager now that you’ve had it for awhile. I’ve ordered one. Kinda worried about my purchase.
I’ve got it right here and at this point I’ve been using the Zager as my primary guitar for live shows: ruclips.net/video/S9GMBu-DOhY/видео.htmlsi=rLJUemZqVHCkehTX
I would love to see you tour their factory.
That would be cool. I also just posted my true review of this guitar after playing it all of 2024: ruclips.net/video/S9GMBu-DOhY/видео.htmlsi=FjwfPpdf5XaoBM-k
I heard the guitars are made in Indonesia and are laminate. -Are there any video's of the Zager factory, maybe a factory tour video like Martin, Taylor, PRS, etc. have?
I talk about that towards the end of the main video for Zager that I just posted today! ruclips.net/video/S9GMBu-DOhY/видео.htmlsi=uNURcwYPVEGVVP6D
well, it certainly sounds wonderful, and looks great. Nice score!
**Edit** I finally noticed the fretboard wood. It's got character and I love it. I dislike when companies dye fretboards; all it does is get my fingers black lol...
Yeah they put a ton of attention to detail in everything they do from the guitars craftsmanship to all the high quality extras! I’m pretty impressed…already entertaining the idea of going there to film a factory tour
Hi Jason that's not a sound hole cover its a humidifier..
You pop it open and wet the sponge and it lasts for quite a while even in dry dry climates
Yeah I saw/learned that after the fact. But it does also help with feedback on stage, so I've noticed
Question...what size rocket studio speakers do you use? P.S. Great review!
These are the G5 series but I just upgraded studio monitors here: ruclips.net/video/NLi4uD9EK-k/видео.html
Been looking at these. I play a Martin performing artist series cost me $1,100. Great for gigging. How stable is this Indonesia made guitar? I did learn final assembly is in states. Did the saddle have to be cut to fix high action? Surprised this easy play guitar was set up with high action. What do you think of it now? What acoustic did you play before Zager?
I still need to have the saddle shaved a little. That’s something that you can request when you order.
I also have a Takaine G Series, which I’ll always keep as a backup. I’m looking to sell my Martin GOC 13e as the Zager is now my main guitar.
I’ve got a full review coming soon as I’ve been giggling with the Zager for almost 3 months.
Here’s the link to their guitars: jasonstallworth.com/zager/
They don't have factory in the US. Guitars are built in Indonesia and shipped to Nebraska.
They do have a location and shop in Nebraska. I’m not certain what’s done where, probably a mix. All that said, I really don’t pay attention to that as much as most. I either like the guitar sound and playability or I don’t.
(I’ve played many expensive guitars made in the US that I didn’t like)
@@jasonstallworth But transparency and honesty are important to a lot of people, epecially if they are paying a lot of money for an overseas guitar, don't you think?
@@rosewoodsteel6656 Transparency is important, yes. But don’t mistake something being made in a particular country being high quality by default. Maybe that was the case 50 years ago but we’re in 2024. If we’re going to truly be transparent you’ve got great products (as well as cheap) being made in multiple parts of the world, including the good ole USA.
On that note, I’ve got the real review of this Zager guitar coming up this week on my channel (this is after having played it live for over 8 months)
@@jasonstallworth My point about honesty and transparency has more to do with being forthright about where a guitar is manufactured. If it's made in Indonesia, for example, let people know it is made there. Indonesia has some fine guitars made there. But, Indonesia also has a lower price point for their products than say, the US, Canada or the European countries. So, an Indonesian made guitar should reflect this and buyers should be made aware that the item they are buying is made in Indonesia. I believe you would agree with this.
I have a friend who has a zager. You might want to talk to him. His developed a buzz that he couldn't get out without raising the b string. He sent it back t zager and it came back as bad or worse than it was so when he plays it you can hear it buzz. They do look beautiful but looks aint everything. Plugged in it's ok cause je don't have to strum as hard but where we play it's acoustic only except for the bass.
I've had the complete opposite experience with this guitar. In fact, I've been using it for my live shows for several months now
I went through the process. I spent the money and received the holy grail guitar. I felt very mislead from the false advertising and the corny videos of Mr. Zager and his “son”…where Mr Zager apparently can’t speak for himself. I’ve been playing since I was 13. I have owned Epiphone, Gibson, Martin, Gretsch guitars. All wonderful instruments with clean heritage. I have arthritis as I just turned 62 and needed to find another solution because it’s not getting better. I borrowed my neighbor’s Taylor 814 to play at an anniversary for a friend and realized I may have found the answer. That…is a quality guitar. I purchased a Taylor 314 and love it. There are no phony e-mails, lies about who made the guitar, full, verifiable disclosure on all aspects of manufacture, history and architecture. The best part is, I don’t have to say…”you know, the guy who had one hit…in the year…” I did get my refund after having to deal with “Denny” (bot) telling me all sorts of crazy things. You all can keep your wonderful ZAGER guitars.
Thanks for sharing your honest thoughts. My experience has been the opposite. I've played a few high end Taylors and although they play well, the sound is not as full as I would expect. I also have a nice Martin which sounds great, but I've had it setup up more than once and still doesn't play as well as I would like.
My Zager sounds and plays great but I am having it setup to have the strings lowered a bit. And that might be the issue you had. It may have just needed a good setup to release some of the tension and lower the action.
ruclips.net/video/RRC7k6KuHSA/видео.htmlsi=OrGQbHgpNsIvsHWS This is quality guitar craft. This is not Denny Zager. This is a man who builds guitars and has people like James Taylor and Phil Keaggy playing his guitars. Someone who can show his shop and look in the eye of someone and talk to them without malice and deceit. I know Olson guitars are on a higher level, but that’s what integrity will result in.
BTW, the sound hole cover is actually a humidifier.
What a cool feature!!! I didn’t realize that until after I made this. I have a complete review coming soon (I’ve now played about 20 live shows with it)
Of course you’re getting the hand picked / packed special for you guitar. Because they want you to review it. So the box says Zager USA Lincoln Nebraska. They don’t have a guitar factory there. In fact they don’t have a guitar factory anywhere. Their guitars are made in Indonesia. By who knows who. Yes I’m the ‘Anti Zager’ troll. I just don’t like deceptive, dishonest and scrupulous companies. And the positive reviews you see against any negative comments posted are clearly Zager employees or paid by Zager. Don’t believe a word they say. There are too many trustworthy guitar companies out there to choose from.
I appreciate the feedback. I assume you either owned or have played Zager guitars?
About this video - it’s not a review (as mentioned).
As far as their marketing, they’re a business like any other guitar brand.
All that said, I’ve bee using this guitar for my live shows since the beginning of the year and will have a proper overview of it soon (both what I like and what I would change).
How isbthat review video coming? Im on the fence about buying since it seems a bit expensive.. looking forward to your unbiased opinion and/or alternate recommendation in that price range. @jasonstallworth
@@eurysgamez9554 Glad you mentioned this. I’m actually creating the video this month by filming the guitar being performed at multiple venues. And I’ve been playing the Zager as my primary guitar for my shows this year. So you can expect it the first week in September
I’ve also been posting me playing on social media
@@rob1261a their "factory" is in Henderson, Nevada. Zager is registered in Nevada and not Nebraska. He uses stock images on his website, they are basically just assembling kits that come from Indonesia. Denny must be magic if he signs off and hand cuts the nuts on guitars being assembled in Nevada, while he lives in Nebraska. His "special" finish is just plain lacquer from Stewmac they spray in a "booth" that is a bunch of cardboard taped together in front of a fan. They own a few domains their ratings come from... I could go on. Very deceptive.
@@eurysgamez9554 I would recommend anything in the Eastman AC line. If you want solid Spruce / Rosewood, I would recommend the AC422CE for around $1350 (Sweetwater). I have the AC322CE, solid Spruce / Mahogany, it’s my favorite guitar. Competes as well or better than any of the Taylors or Martins I have owned.
جمييل جداً 👌
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I have this guitar. Beautiful in looks and sound.
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Would love for you to do a tour of their factory. Most chatter is they have no factory In the states. They are made in china.
I’ve been playing the Zager for most of 2024 and will have my ‘review’ video coming out soon. Here’s a recent show I recorded using it: ruclips.net/video/9R4Kul_ngYI/видео.htmlsi=7E1zyh2icbIveT8L
You sound great, strong work. @@jasonstallworth
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I have never adjust a truss rod ever LOL.
It depends. Does is the neck bowed?
I'm always afraid to adjust anything! lol
I just ordered a couple of their guitars. I’m not any good just like to have fun.
I've got a complete review coming soon...have been using this for a few months now for my live shows and it's been great
Another RUclips Channel gave a Zager Guitar away.. Will you be doing the same...
I do plan to have some giveaways on my channel at some point. But I will not be giving this one away
In the year 2025 if man is still alive... wow, a pre war guitar...
@@lebe220 The lyrics of that song are just haunting man! I finally have the full review of this guitar after having played it live for several months: ruclips.net/video/S9GMBu-DOhY/видео.htmlsi=tajaeRa03tQIRhzr
You left the hole cover in while your playing😅
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When did Asian guitars get so expensive?
I’ll let you in on a secret…’Made in the USA’ does not automatically equate to ‘superior quality.’ Maybe 40 years? Certainly not today
@jasonstallworth True but unless it's a Zager I've yet to see a Asian guitar selling for $2500. It's not the norm. I would not pay $100 for a Zager. The marketing killed it for me and easy play is a joke. What's next? Remove the strings for easy play?
Is part of the zager sponsor deal you are only aloud to sing praises. I have never seen a zaeger review giving any cons. All guitars have pros and cons but try to find a review where anything negative or a side by side review against a higher end guitar.
You obviously didn't watch the entire video. I strongly recommend that you get the complete story before ranting and such. Had you done this then you would clearly know that this video is NOT a review and that I plan to do a true review after I've spent more time with guitar, and more importantly, have used it live several times. That video is coming soon, and yes, I will also provide the CONS. But dude this is the problem with people on the internet and short attention spans.
I had an older buddy of mine call me all hyped up about this brand. He was watching RUclips testimonials. My only advice was to buy local and try out the guitar first. I play a performing artist Martin for my gigging. Was only $1100.00 new. Solid rosewood and sounds amazing.
@@jasonstallworth So, where's that review at?
The fact they think the truss rod is for adjusting string height tells you all you need to know 🤣
The fact that you don't think adjusting the truss rod won't affect your string height tells you all you need to know.
@donbishop6994 It is not for adjusting string height. It's for adjusting the curvature of the neck. The saddle is what you manipulate to adjust string height
The truss does adjust the height subtly at the upper part of the neck near the headstock. If you need more than that, then yes, you would want to shave down the saddle.
@jasonstallworth And for people who don't know what they're doing, which is most people who buy Zagers and use those instructions, will turn it too far and cause buzzing issues everywhere else. Beside that, Zagers are touted as being the most easy playing guitars ever built, with ground breaking proprietary methods... why are people needing to lower the action at all?
@@TheGuitarsquatch I've adjusted many guitars over the last 20 years or so. I know the main method for adjusting string height rests in the nut and saddles. That said, adjusting the truss rod will also affect string height as the neck relief changes.
Thats a dandy !!!
It’s a nice one!
With Zager so misleading why would you support them and praise them so much? Guitar might be okay, but they are so misleading. You didn't do too much reading into the company and what 80 is making tons of guitars a day. Hand cut bone and nut and everything else. Guess speaking praise helps the bank.
For starters, there’s no ‘praising of the guitar’ as you suggest.
Per the title and per my transparency in the video, which is crystal clear, this was my first impression. It’s not a review of any kind.
Again, per what I clearly lay out in the video, I needed to gig with this for a few months before giving my thoughts as that’s part of what I do for a living. And that’s happening soon.
What’s misleading?
It’s a good guitar……………..for 300-500. It doesn’t look and sound like a 2000 USD guitar.
Which model do you own or if you don’t own one, which one have you played?
Sounds like a Yamaha to me
I've only played a few Yamaha's