They both sound great. I think it comes down to preference. I like the strong fundamental tones of the FG5, but I like the rich, vibrant sound of the LL16 even more.
I have an LL16D and an LL16/12. I love them both. Just increadible guitars. Also have an FG820 which gets played almost every day. Dont have an Fg5, and a few things Ive seen online of it would put me off. I want an FG850, and a CRF3, or whatever the little all solid "travel" guitar they make. Played one at the shop and fell in love! Thanks for the post mate.
Awesome brother Yamaha are just incredible, the main thing about the FG5 is the pickguard it's not real ebony it's a fake sticker but underneath that sticker is a standard plastic pickguard, I removed the sticker because it was very noisy with using a pick !
I have both of these guitars and I agree that they are both fantastic as good as almost any guitar I've played. I also have a 1978 Martin D18 of which I am the original owner. Of the three, it's a personal preference. The Martin is between the 2 Yamahas. It's brighter than the FG5 and a bit bolder than the ll16. For giggles I bought a Yamaha FG830. I looks very similar to the LL16 and to my unbelieving ears it sounds and plays on par with the other three guitars for about $325. The FG830 is not just a great budget guitar, it;s a great guitar. I should probably make a video about it
@@DavidShapero That's crazy when you think of it but I believe everything you said , I have been watching videos on the FG800 and from what my ears are telling me it sounds incredible, given how cheap it is aswel is outrageous ! Yamaha are doing it right 👍
@@gavincarrollmusic7401 thank you I purchased LL16 D instead of Fg5 because no Fg5 satin is available. all are Gloss finish. I think 2024 is the last production of Fg5 matte finish. And will upgrade ebony pin bone nut and bone saddle :) thank you for your reviews about yamaha. Happy new year
I have both the LL16 and 5 too. I changed the saddle back to urea on my LL16…bone made it much too bright and tinny. Great review and both are awesome guitars. Myself I prefer my 5…of course it is $1000 more in Canada…much lighter and warmer sound.
Hey James I also did the same with the bone on my 16 and put back in the plastic, I didn't like the sound of the bone atal in it ! Great to see you on here thanks brother 🙏
@@gavincarrollmusic7401 One thing is that the LL16 is my “bling” guitar…absolutely stunning to look at. I recently picked up an LS6 and those are amazing OOO size. Could not find an LS16 (all wood one) but I don’t think that makes so much of a difference in sound. Certainly I can’t tell.
@@ДмитрийКрасовский-л8шмне с палисандром не нравится.. Средних частот не достаёт… Для песен точно не подойдёт, ну и не для всех мелодий. Лучше краснуха.. У fg 3 мензура покороче и матовый лак,кому-то это лучше, удобнее и более тёплый звук. Лл 16 более звенящий… Подбирайте по своему стилю.
@@jimsteele2072 the ll16 is ridiculous value for money they are definitely one of the best guitars in the world in it's price category , incredible guitars
@@gavincarrollmusic7401 The Atmosfeel really needs some post EQ. I love the Anthem too. Arron Short's channel did a good episode on it. Love, love my Yamaha FGx5, even better after a good setup.
Both sound gorgeous man! I prefer the LL16 I think.
Very happy with both Davy I can't decide what one I prefer but one thing for sure is they won't be sold great guitars for the money 🤘
They both sound great. I think it comes down to preference. I like the strong fundamental tones of the FG5, but I like the rich, vibrant sound of the LL16 even more.
Can't really go wrong with either guitar Waynzwhirled6181
I have an LL16D and an LL16/12. I love them both. Just increadible guitars. Also have an FG820 which gets played almost every day. Dont have an Fg5, and a few things Ive seen online of it would put me off. I want an FG850, and a CRF3, or whatever the little all solid "travel" guitar they make. Played one at the shop and fell in love! Thanks for the post mate.
Awesome brother Yamaha are just incredible, the main thing about the FG5 is the pickguard it's not real ebony it's a fake sticker but underneath that sticker is a standard plastic pickguard, I removed the sticker because it was very noisy with using a pick !
I like them both....
WoW!!! Both sound fantastic Gavin, , Don't let "Dould Lad" get his hands on them hahaha
😂😂 thanks Tiddles5 🎸🤘
I have both of these guitars and I agree that they are both fantastic as good as almost any guitar I've played. I also have a 1978 Martin D18 of which I am the original owner. Of the three, it's a personal preference. The Martin is between the 2 Yamahas. It's brighter than the FG5 and a bit bolder than the ll16. For giggles I bought a Yamaha FG830. I looks very similar to the LL16 and to my unbelieving ears it sounds and plays on par with the other three guitars for about $325. The FG830 is not just a great budget guitar, it;s a great guitar. I should probably make a video about it
@@DavidShapero That's crazy when you think of it but I believe everything you said , I have been watching videos on the FG800 and from what my ears are telling me it sounds incredible, given how cheap it is aswel is outrageous ! Yamaha are doing it right 👍
You use 80/20 bronze 12/53 in LL16 right? I wonder what kind of Elixir in LL16 when its brand new? A phosphor?
@@mauricedumlao5871 Yamaha use 80/20 bronze 12/53 on there guitars to the best of my knowledge
@@gavincarrollmusic7401 thank you I purchased LL16 D instead of Fg5 because no Fg5 satin is available. all are Gloss finish. I think 2024 is the last production of Fg5 matte finish. And will upgrade ebony pin bone nut and bone saddle :) thank you for your reviews about yamaha. Happy new year
@mauricedumlao5871 your very welcome brother, congratulations on your new purchase I hope it brings you many years of joy , happy new year 🎉
I have both the LL16 and 5 too. I changed the saddle back to urea on my LL16…bone made it much too bright and tinny. Great review and both are awesome guitars. Myself I prefer my 5…of course it is $1000 more in Canada…much lighter and warmer sound.
Hey James I also did the same with the bone on my 16 and put back in the plastic, I didn't like the sound of the bone atal in it ! Great to see you on here thanks brother 🙏
@@gavincarrollmusic7401 All good Gavin and thanks for reply.
@@gavincarrollmusic7401 One thing is that the LL16 is my “bling” guitar…absolutely stunning to look at. I recently picked up an LS6 and those are amazing OOO size. Could not find an LS16 (all wood one) but I don’t think that makes so much of a difference in sound. Certainly I can’t tell.
Здравствуйте. Скажите в чём отличие fg-3 от LL- 16m? Или лучше будет. LL- 16 с палисандром.
@@ДмитрийКрасовский-л8шмне с палисандром не нравится.. Средних частот не достаёт… Для песен точно не подойдёт, ну и не для всех мелодий. Лучше краснуха.. У fg 3 мензура покороче и матовый лак,кому-то это лучше, удобнее и более тёплый звук. Лл 16 более звенящий… Подбирайте по своему стилю.
Hi, can you recommend the new pins that fit the ll16 please?
@@MegaEldude I just bought a cheap set and sanded them down to fit
Good guitars but the Sound ist much too distorted to judge and compare them.
I think the five piece neck it what interests me the most on the LL. Otherwise, I like the FG.
@@jimsteele2072 the ll16 is ridiculous value for money they are definitely one of the best guitars in the world in it's price category , incredible guitars
I have the FSX5 and it is quite nice. I yave played LL16 but like the FSX5 better.
I think the only things this video convinced for me is I now need both of these. I've been between fg3/5 and the ll16. yikes.
Suddenky you became left handed?🤔😁🎸
The atmosfeel pickup on the X is even better than the Anthem.
I didn't like it but that's just personal taste I really like the anthem pickup
@@gavincarrollmusic7401 The Atmosfeel really needs some post EQ. I love the Anthem too. Arron Short's channel did a good episode on it. Love, love my Yamaha FGx5, even better after a good setup.
Nice demo 💯💯
Thanks Eamonn 🙏🎸🎸