I own the Yamaha. Its a purchase I don't regret at all. It is odd to hear the radius never really knew what it was but that it was a joy to play on. I play strictly clean tones on the neck pick up thru a Fender Reverb and its so creamy sounding. Its cheaper than the Gibson but not that cheap at 3 k Canadian. They've also been dubbed "335 killers" The case even comes with a satin liner like Gibson use to put in their cases almost like they were trying to say something.
Great comparison, enjoyed watching it. Questions: Were the same brand strings with the same gauges used on each of the three? Also, I don't think I heard you discuss the tuners and whether you had a preference among them. Thanks 👍
I think the Yamaha, bang for the buck, especially equipped with the coil splits has probably the most versatility. The Gibson is the Gibson, it's the control group in this experiment and if you want a guitar that does the 335 thing, it's the way to go. And the Fortus I think would sound phenomenal in a mix with other guitars, especially dialed in more edge of breakup with a more trebley or most distorted guitar in the mix.
I was actually in a situation where I had to decide between a 335, the SA2200 and the Gretsch Fortus Falcon (6636-RF). I ended up going with the Gretsch and man, I love that guitar more every day. Yep, the Gretsch has this Tele on steroids vibe due to the Filtertron pickups, so it does sound different that the humbucker guitars, but sounds amazing and cuts through a mix like no tomorrow. Also the best sustain I ever had on an electric guitar, it really sings even when it's not plugged. I'm really happy I went with the Gretsch.
@@tonywallens217 For some reason my response disappeared. So to the point. I really don't like the sounds on this demo/comparison either. It sounds like they set up the amp for the darker humbuckers, but the Filtertron's are a lot brighter so you can't use the same settings and expect it to sound good. This comparison really does not do justice to the Gretsch. I did a clip on my channel where I used my 6636-RF, check that out. If that also sounds horrible to your ears, then we just have to disagree.
It's kind of ridiculous to judge the differences listen to them on a phone with the world's smallest speakers. But that being said, I definitely prefered the ES335. Much brighter and less muddy than the other two. I was disappointed in the Yamaha since I was told it was a better deal and cheaper too. But it's not a cheaper price by much and although the build quality I'm sure is exceptional, the pickups just aren't as nice as the Gibson's
100% with you on the pickups being a huge part of the sound and the hollow body just adding a depth and fullness. It's kind of hard to go back to solid bodies once you've played a hollow or semi for a while.I'm going with the Yammy, then the Gretsch with the Gibson 3rd...which I was surprised about.
I'm going for the Yamaha, the Gibsons been my dream guitar since I was a teen. I'm much older and more informed about guitars and no way am I paying that kind of money for a hit or miss instrument today. All three sounds great btw.
I would have to go with the Yamaha because it makes me happy. In second place, the Gretsch because it has that chimey thing. The Gibson? Nah, Gibson has dropped the ball way too many times for me to ever feel good about playing with them again, plus, I just don't get any vibe from it. That SA2200 is a super versatile thang, brofish. If I'm ever back in the homeland I'll stop by the store and hang with you guys for at least a minute 🤙🏼
treblier: Gretsch basier: Yamaha balancier: Gibson better and less risky: Gibson better and brighter: Gretsch better and cuts better: Yamaha they are all win mate. For me, as a strat guy, i pick the Gretsch! or maybe Gibson? But no Yamaha.
335.. Yamaha wants 2599 with NO FREAKING CASE! Thats bullshit right there. Deal breaker. So is the skinny neck profile and I prefer nitro. To me the neck is the most important thing, pickups can be swapped easy and cheap. It has to feel good in the hand, like a handshake of an old friend. You can toss any pickups you want in anything.
Interesting 🤔. The Gibson is $2999. The Yamaha is $2599. A $400 dollar difference. One could buy the Yamaha and purchase a Gator hard case from $149 and still pocket $251. Your reasoning here doesn't add up at all. All your other reasons for not liking the guitar are perfectly fine and personal preferences, so no qualms on that front.
It's the yammy for me. The sound just gave me a warm fuzzy feeling and a smile every time you played it.
I own the Yamaha. Its a purchase I don't regret at all. It is odd to hear the radius never really knew what it was but that it was a joy to play on. I play strictly clean tones on the neck pick up thru a Fender Reverb and its so creamy sounding. Its cheaper than the Gibson but not that cheap at 3 k Canadian. They've also been dubbed "335 killers" The case even comes with a satin liner like Gibson use to put in their cases almost like they were trying to say something.
Its the yammy for me. Rhe sound just gqve me a warm fuzzy feeling and smile on my face.
The Yamaha is spot on.
It's the yammy for me. Rhe aound just gave me a warm fuzzy feeling and a smile every time tou played it.
I have the Yammy. It's a fantastic instrument. Feels higher end and plays better than the Gibby imo.
Great comparison, enjoyed watching it. Questions: Were the same brand strings with the same gauges used on each of the three? Also, I don't think I heard you discuss the tuners and whether you had a preference among them. Thanks 👍
Sound wise for me, it’s got to be the Gibson. If I had to base it on looks though, that yam is having it 😍
I think the Yamaha, bang for the buck, especially equipped with the coil splits has probably the most versatility. The Gibson is the Gibson, it's the control group in this experiment and if you want a guitar that does the 335 thing, it's the way to go. And the Fortus I think would sound phenomenal in a mix with other guitars, especially dialed in more edge of breakup with a more trebley or most distorted guitar in the mix.
Yamaha all the way.
I was actually in a situation where I had to decide between a 335, the SA2200 and the Gretsch Fortus Falcon (6636-RF). I ended up going with the Gretsch and man, I love that guitar more every day. Yep, the Gretsch has this Tele on steroids vibe due to the Filtertron pickups, so it does sound different that the humbucker guitars, but sounds amazing and cuts through a mix like no tomorrow.
Also the best sustain I ever had on an electric guitar, it really sings even when it's not plugged. I'm really happy I went with the Gretsch.
Really? That thing sounds like shit
@@tonywallens217 For some reason my response disappeared. So to the point. I really don't like the sounds on this demo/comparison either. It sounds like they set up the amp for the darker humbuckers, but the Filtertron's are a lot brighter so you can't use the same settings and expect it to sound good. This comparison really does not do justice to the Gretsch.
I did a clip on my channel where I used my 6636-RF, check that out. If that also sounds horrible to your ears, then we just have to disagree.
It's kind of ridiculous to judge the differences listen to them on a phone with the world's smallest speakers. But that being said, I definitely prefered the ES335. Much brighter and less muddy than the other two. I was disappointed in the Yamaha since I was told it was a better deal and cheaper too. But it's not a cheaper price by much and although the build quality I'm sure is exceptional, the pickups just aren't as nice as the Gibson's
I found the Gretsch so clear and chimey.
100% with you on the pickups being a huge part of the sound and the hollow body just adding a depth and fullness. It's kind of hard to go back to solid bodies once you've played a hollow or semi for a while.I'm going with the Yammy, then the Gretsch with the Gibson 3rd...which I was surprised about.
Yamaha. Just convinced me with this demo. Just more tones; Centre block is soft maple according to Yamaha website.
I would use the Gretch for country, and surf music, Gibson for rock and blues and the Yamaha for jazz blues rock and everything but heavy metal.
Yamaha Sa2200 100%
I think the Yamaha but with vintage Gibson pickups maybe 57s from the 90s
I'm going for the Yamaha, the Gibsons been my dream guitar since I was a teen. I'm much older and more informed about guitars and no way am I paying that kind of money for a hit or miss instrument today. All three sounds great btw.
I would have to go with the Yamaha because it makes me happy. In second place, the Gretsch because it has that chimey thing. The Gibson? Nah, Gibson has dropped the ball way too many times for me to ever feel good about playing with them again, plus, I just don't get any vibe from it. That SA2200 is a super versatile thang, brofish. If I'm ever back in the homeland I'll stop by the store and hang with you guys for at least a minute 🤙🏼
YAMAHA 😎 COOL the s a 2200 is the best out of the 3
I’d get the Yamaha, they make fantastic guitars, but I have a very nice 67 Gibson 355, so can’t justify it.
I definitely like the way the Gibson sounds better. It’s just so balanced I feel like the Yamaha lacks mid range and the Grech is too bright
Yamaha
treblier: Gretsch
basier: Yamaha
balancier: Gibson
better and less risky: Gibson
better and brighter: Gretsch
better and cuts better: Yamaha
they are all win mate. For me, as a strat guy, i pick the Gretsch! or maybe Gibson? But no Yamaha.
The yamaha.
335.. Yamaha wants 2599 with NO FREAKING CASE! Thats bullshit right there. Deal breaker. So is the skinny neck profile and I prefer nitro. To me the neck is the most important thing, pickups can be swapped easy and cheap. It has to feel good in the hand, like a handshake of an old friend. You can toss any pickups you want in anything.
Interesting 🤔. The Gibson is $2999. The Yamaha is $2599. A $400 dollar difference. One could buy the Yamaha and purchase a Gator hard case from $149 and still pocket $251. Your reasoning here doesn't add up at all.
All your other reasons for not liking the guitar are perfectly fine and personal preferences, so no qualms on that front.