I originally wanted this guitar because both Martin and Taylor diehards didn't like it , but after playing it , hearing it , and analyzing the look of it , it is the best thing I've ever done.
American Dream is the name of the shop that Bob Taylor first started building guitars. Seven is the number that indicates the body style (grand pacific). If the middle number is a one then it’s a spruce top. If the middle number is two it’s a hard wood top, usually mahogany but in this case it’s maple.
Those D'Addario NB may be dry but also balance the bass. The Grand Pacific was designed to sound like old guitar recordings. The nickel-bronze strings age gracefully and are nice to sing with.
I will add that Daddario NB strings need to be well played in for a couple of days before they settle in and sound like they're supposed to. After that, they hold a good tone for a long time.
I had asked them, some time ago, why not a maple back and sides GP ? They had no plans to do so. I think they should offer a (baked GP)Sitka top as an option. Taylor indeed has surpassed Tide detergent for a shelf space model.
Great work as usual. Informative without being too inside baseball/guitar geeky. Relaxed and smart. Beautiful playing Quinton. During the information session I like how you keep it simple so that any player can take in the sound and the information you give without being intimidated. Nice variety of styles to share during the "performance" section at the end.
Thanks so much John - coming from a player of your caliber, those kind words mean a lot! I believe the first time I saw you play, was a very humbling experience when you started off a KJ Phelps show down here in Bozeman. Hope all is well and your 2022 is off to a great start!
@@quintonking9960 Wow what a great memory! I opened a number of shows for Kelly and got to know him quite well though I sadly confess I have not been in touch with him for the last decade. I vividly remember that night you’re speaking of at Gallatin Gateway. I felt really good about my performance, like, that’s pretty much as good as I can play I think. And then Kelly comes out and just fucking kills it. Even then I knew him pretty well, but I just sat there slack-jawed thinking this must be what it was like hearing Hendrix. It wasn’t even particular lines or solos or anything like that. It was sounds and colors and textures in between the notes. Thank you for reminding me of that wonderful evening. Somehow Kelly and I went off in a car full of four beautiful women to get drinks somewhere lol. I kept pleading “Kelly, I can’t be out late. I’m promoting your show in Missoula tomorrow.“ To which Kelly replied “I don’t know man, looks like it’s going to be an all nighter John!” 😂
It's a genuinely beautiful guitar, I would love to play one and I think the brightness and "dryness" would grow on me, but Taylor just don't move me the way that Martin guitars do.
This was interesting. The first time I've heard someone say that they wouldn't compare a Taylor against a Martin acoustically. But that Taylor's really come into their own when plugged in. That actually makes a lot of sense to me. I can see why my friends that are pro recording/touring musicians would prefer a Taylor and why I, playing unplugged only, prefer the Martin sound.
When I listen to others reviewing this or a few other guitars compared to what I hear from you, Not sure if it’s the mic you use or the playing style of your hands, it just doesn’t sound ( to me) what I would say , wow that’s going to sell me on the sound . I heard you play a 314 LTD torrid top, and the same thing.
I heard the Taylor mahogany top version 27e, here- ruclips.net/video/NBfRvl8G0GM/видео.html and to my ears the mahogany top version is way much better than this thin sounding maple top 27e. Maybe the mic recording helped the mahogany youtube recording stand out to be much better?
I just ordered the mahogany over this one today. This one almost won me over with how beautiful it is, but the sound is too boxy for me. That mahogany just absolutely stood out to me
Describing sound is almost like describing the taste of salt…Who knows what “dry” means? We can relate to “warm.” To me “tinny” was my first response. Also, Taylor must have a department for adding confusing numbers to all their models. I wondered what happened to the long term relationship with Elixir strings on their guitars?
As everyone knows Maple is too dense for a top and won't produce a good tone...as you hear here, it is muted, uninspiring and somewhat dead sounding...I'm sure it will be overcome it's acoustic shortcomings when you plug it in....but I personally need a acoustic that sounds good acoustically...Also you surely know what stings they put on it cause you read it when Andy said it. :))
I thought so as well. I have a subwoofer with the bass overly loud and it still sounded thin. I guess I am biased towards an especially resonant soundboard that conveys bass especially well.
I originally wanted this guitar because both Martin and Taylor diehards didn't like it , but after playing it , hearing it , and analyzing the look of it , it is the best thing I've ever done.
In 15 years can we expect these to be filmed on a porch with a few beers. I’m ready…….love these guys
American Dream is the name of the shop that Bob Taylor first started building guitars. Seven is the number that indicates the body style (grand pacific). If the middle number is a one then it’s a spruce top. If the middle number is two it’s a hard wood top, usually mahogany but in this case it’s maple.
Those D'Addario NB may be dry but also balance the bass. The Grand Pacific was designed to sound like old guitar recordings. The nickel-bronze strings age gracefully and are nice to sing with.
Played this guitar at the music shop today. It’s a standout. Plays and sounds lovely.
Thanks Guys - Welcome to the new year 2022 - Look forward to all your videos in the new year. Keep it up and going, doing great. Beautiful guitars.
That thing sounds like a beast! Love it!
Damn I’m in love with this guitar! I do wish they made this with a 24.75” scale length and a 1.68” nut width.
You guys are amazing ! Thank you all for the great videos !
I will add that Daddario NB strings need to be well played in for a couple of days before they settle in and sound like they're supposed to. After that, they hold a good tone for a long time.
Aldo seem to play lighter on my fingers.
I had asked them, some time ago, why not a maple back and sides GP ? They had no plans to do so. I think they should offer a (baked GP)Sitka top as an option. Taylor indeed has surpassed Tide detergent for a shelf space model.
Great work as usual. Informative without being too inside baseball/guitar geeky. Relaxed and smart. Beautiful playing Quinton. During the information session I like how you keep it simple so that any player can take in the sound and the information you give without being intimidated. Nice variety of styles to share during the "performance" section at the end.
Thanks so much John - coming from a player of your caliber, those kind words mean a lot! I believe the first time I saw you play, was a very humbling experience when you started off a KJ Phelps show down here in Bozeman. Hope all is well and your 2022 is off to a great start!
@@quintonking9960 Wow what a great memory! I opened a number of shows for Kelly and got to know him quite well though I sadly confess I have not been in touch with him for the last decade. I vividly remember that night you’re speaking of at Gallatin Gateway. I felt really good about my performance, like, that’s pretty much as good as I can play I think. And then Kelly comes out and just fucking kills it. Even then I knew him pretty well, but I just sat there slack-jawed thinking this must be what it was like hearing Hendrix. It wasn’t even particular lines or solos or anything like that. It was sounds and colors and textures in between the notes. Thank you for reminding me of that wonderful evening. Somehow Kelly and I went off in a car full of four beautiful women to get drinks somewhere lol. I kept pleading “Kelly, I can’t be out late. I’m promoting your show in Missoula tomorrow.“ To which Kelly replied “I don’t know man, looks like it’s going to be an all nighter John!” 😂
I love these two together. So awkwardly entertaining lol
It's a genuinely beautiful guitar, I would love to play one and I think the brightness and "dryness" would grow on me, but Taylor just don't move me the way that Martin guitars do.
gotta have one.
Finally a more balanced guitar from Taylor
This was interesting. The first time I've heard someone say that they wouldn't compare a Taylor against a Martin acoustically. But that Taylor's really come into their own when plugged in.
That actually makes a lot of sense to me. I can see why my friends that are pro recording/touring musicians would prefer a Taylor and why I, playing unplugged only, prefer the Martin sound.
I've played Taylor 618s and an 818 acoustically and they sounded very nice unplugged.
I feel the same about Taylors. No complaints, objectively great, but never really move me like Martins do.
Great videos today! #TaylorFan
I want somebody to look at me the way P looks at Q
When I listen to others reviewing this or a few other guitars compared to what I hear from you,
Not sure if it’s the mic you use or the playing style of your hands, it just doesn’t sound ( to me) what I would say , wow that’s going to sell me on the sound .
I heard you play a 314 LTD torrid top, and the same thing.
What gauge are the strings?
.12 - .53
wooooaaaawwww shimery .... I LOVE Maple 🍁🍁🍁
I heard the Taylor mahogany top version 27e, here- ruclips.net/video/NBfRvl8G0GM/видео.html
and to my ears the mahogany top version is way much better than this thin sounding maple top 27e. Maybe the mic recording helped the mahogany youtube recording stand out to be much better?
I just ordered the mahogany over this one today. This one almost won me over with how beautiful it is, but the sound is too boxy for me. That mahogany just absolutely stood out to me
Wiggly sounding thinnest y maybe with d addario bronze nickel …i thought I hear nickel
Thunder Cats 😂
Describing sound is almost like describing the taste of salt…Who knows what “dry” means? We can relate to “warm.” To me “tinny” was my first response. Also, Taylor must have a department for adding confusing numbers to all their models. I wondered what happened to the long term relationship with Elixir strings on their guitars?
I believe they still put elixirs on most of their guitars out of the factory
1. Their model names are easy to understand.
2. I don't understand "warm" definition but I understand "dry".
@@samsaxetaller I believe Elixer's actual strings are Daddario
As everyone knows Maple is too dense for a top and won't produce a good tone...as you hear here, it is muted, uninspiring and somewhat dead sounding...I'm sure it will be overcome it's acoustic shortcomings when you plug it in....but I personally need a acoustic that sounds good acoustically...Also you surely know what stings they put on it cause you read it when Andy said it. :))
Super thin sounding...
I thought so as well. I have a subwoofer with the bass overly loud and it still sounded thin. I guess I am biased towards an especially resonant soundboard that conveys bass especially well.