haha I was waiting for the inevitable drop in quality when the pickup comparisons to come in...I thought it was those mics! Man the SRT sounds freaking amazing.
Thanks all for your kind words, what I wanted to do in this demo was demonstrate the guitar in standard tuning with chords people normally play and recognize. I've seen lot's of demos that turn out being about the player and not the guitar. I was trying to avoid that so that people could hear for themselves what it might sound like if they picked it up in a store and started playing. Alternate tunings change the character of the instrument. You can find that out for yourself. Carl
I bought the AC3R-VS. I love the vintage look of the guitar. I had the pickguard taken off and the guitar looks wonderful. I play fingerstyle and I don't have to worry about scratching the top.
Carl, your short piece makes me want to go out & buy that guitar. Absolutely beautiful playing. I could really hear a difference between those mics and their proximity settings. Awesome pickup / preamp.
I just bought a A3R. Liked it better than the Martins and Taylors of the same price at Guitar Center, just as an acoustic guitar. I don't hear much difference in the different mike configurations at home and I don't hear much in any RUclips demos either. But your demo is the best I've seen because you play the same thing in each setting and that makes the subtle differences easier to hear.
Very useful demo. Thank you. I could really hear the difference in the mic settings on the preamp setup. I've been looking at the A1 series in the interest of saving some money. Now, however, I think I'll save for a bit longer and go for the System 63 preamp. And Sunburst! Thanks again for a great demo. A lot of other "demos" could learn from this.
That's why you go to the store, these are meant to provoke interest in actually putting the guitar in your hand and plugging it in to whatever amplification source you are gonna use, it all makes a big difference. Carry on.
I recently Purchased the AC3R Limited "Bearclaw" #38 of 50. I am a Professional musician, and This is The Best Preamp/ pickup system I've ever used! I perform using a Bose L1 Model 2 system, with the B2 sub, and Tonematch Mixer! I had to Tune the Body of my guitars, literally loosing Natural resonance of the guitar! I have Zero Feedback with the SRT System
Bought this guitar based mostly on this video and some write-ups I read online. Guitar Center $899 with a high quality Yamaha case. Guitar is best value-for-dollar you will find. Sounds well made and beautiful. Very happy with purchase.
They did kinda tried to follow Maton's 6 crystal pie-zo technology bridge pick-up system and also their 2 AA batteries. Also I notice they are using many fingerstyle guitar players to demo their A series guitars probably attempting to reach into the fingerstyle 'guitar market'. Of course there are many more original features from Yamaha itself like their mic moduling and their own SRT system.
iv had my ac3m for 3 months and just changed the factory strings to D,addario 012-53 light gauge phosphor bronze ,and what was an already superb guitar is now even better ditch the factory strings u wont be dissapointed ...ac3m is a superb buy...
I'm at a lost as to which one to get. I am leaning toward AC3R but I played a Taylor 210ce at the music store and loved it. I have not tried the AC3R but all the reviews say its AS good as the Taylor and its obvious that Yamaha was putting the A series in direct competition with the Taylors. Right now its (AC3R) 800 bucks at sweetwater with a free hardshell case and a $100 rebate. Taylor is 1200 with a soft shell padded case (sounds cheap) I already have a Yamaha FG345 and love it. I need a quality plug in and cut away though and I think what is going to decide this is the electronic system. Is the SRT pick up in Yamaha better than the ($400 better) than the ES-T in the Taylors? Its hard finding any specific info on comparing these electronics. They both claim to be cutting edge. . Going to try and find a AC3R today to play. Im a Yamaha fan and I am not going to buy a Taylor just because its a Taylor but if its 400 bucks better I may.
I have a taylor 210ce, it's a good guitar but it ends up disappointing when it's plugged in ... there's a pretty big difference between its acoustic and amplified sound :( I'm interested in ac3r and I've seen it looks like it's a much more balanced guitar Between the acoustic sound and the amplified sound ... besides having a pick up much more evolved than those of taylor .. so I think it compares well more yamaha ... is cheaper, has better pick up (more Versatil and better capture, more real) and besides having solid top, which alias taylor is laminated, only from the models 300series is that it has solid. I hope that my opinion has served for something :)
I agree with you Marco. Taylor no doubt sounds good when you play without plugged in. However, when I plugged in Taylor 114ce it sounds ok. I liked sound of Yamaha AC3R much better. Best thing is their pickup system and I think one have to go to the Taylor 300 series to find the equal to the Yamaha.
TO EVERY MANUFACTURER: PLEASE REQUEST SHORT TALKS AND ADD A LOT AF A/B OR DRY/WET COMPARISATIONS. This guy plays lovely, but I still cn't figutre out the difference btween Piezo and Miked Sound. Thank you ;-))
Could i ask if there is a major difference in tone between the ac3r or ac3m? i dont really want to spend the extra 100 bucks for the r if there isnt really much of a difference. thank you.
haha I was waiting for the inevitable drop in quality when the pickup comparisons to come in...I thought it was those mics! Man the SRT sounds freaking amazing.
Beautiful playing and one of the most useful and coherent demonstrations that I've ever watched on RUclips. Well done Carl!
Thanks all for your kind words, what I wanted to do in this demo was demonstrate the guitar in standard tuning with chords people normally play and recognize. I've seen lot's of demos that turn out being about the player and not the guitar. I was trying to avoid that so that people could hear for themselves what it might sound like if they picked it up in a store and started playing. Alternate tunings change the character of the instrument. You can find that out for yourself. Carl
Very nice playing, the guitar sounds crisp and clear. I wish I could play like that !, good job
He was literally making love with that guitar... Really great 👍
I bought the AC3R-VS. I love the vintage look of the guitar. I had the pickguard taken off and the guitar looks wonderful. I play fingerstyle and I don't have to worry about scratching the top.
Carl, your short piece makes me want to go out & buy that guitar. Absolutely beautiful playing. I could really hear a difference between those mics and their proximity settings. Awesome pickup / preamp.
I just bought a A3R. Liked it better than the Martins and Taylors of the same price at Guitar Center, just as an acoustic guitar. I don't hear much difference in the different mike configurations at home and I don't hear much in any RUclips demos either. But your demo is the best I've seen because you play the same thing in each setting and that makes the subtle differences easier to hear.
Wow dude that playing got me goosebumps! Beautiful!
I've got the Yamaha AC1R, beautiful guitar.
Love the guitar--but love the playing even more...simple but with gripping expression and articulation .
Very useful demo. Thank you. I could really hear the difference in the mic settings on the preamp setup. I've been looking at the A1 series in the interest of saving some money. Now, however, I think I'll save for a bit longer and go for the System 63 preamp. And Sunburst! Thanks again for a great demo. A lot of other "demos" could learn from this.
That's why you go to the store, these are meant to provoke interest in actually putting the guitar in your hand and plugging it in to whatever amplification source you are gonna use, it all makes a big difference. Carry on.
I recently Purchased the AC3R Limited "Bearclaw" #38 of 50. I am a Professional musician, and This is The Best Preamp/ pickup system I've ever used!
I perform using a Bose L1 Model 2 system, with the B2 sub, and Tonematch Mixer! I had to Tune the Body of my guitars, literally loosing Natural resonance of the guitar! I have Zero Feedback with the SRT System
Just ordered one and should receive it within 4 days,cant wait lol.
Sounds beautiful, thanks for the demo
I've only just discovered these guitars, and I've always liked Yammy's...very interested now. thanks for a great video. :)
What are you playing there? Anything specific? Is that classical? Great video. Thank you!
i have the ac3m its a superb high quality guitar and value for money .
Bought this guitar based mostly on this video and some write-ups I read online. Guitar Center $899 with a high quality Yamaha case. Guitar is best value-for-dollar you will find. Sounds well made and beautiful. Very happy with purchase.
The music u played touched my heart!!!
They did kinda tried to follow Maton's 6 crystal pie-zo technology bridge pick-up system and also their 2 AA batteries. Also I notice they are using many fingerstyle guitar players to demo their A series guitars probably attempting to reach into the fingerstyle 'guitar market'. Of course there are many more original features from Yamaha itself like their mic moduling and their own SRT system.
I am loving the sound of this guitar, your demo is really helpful and of good quality. I'd like to know though, is the guitar an import or American?
I agree, I think he said why he kept it simple in some comments below. Certainly an expressive player and it's nice to not hear useless noodling.
iv had my ac3m for 3 months and just changed the factory strings to D,addario 012-53 light gauge phosphor bronze ,and what was an already superb guitar is now even better ditch the factory strings u wont be dissapointed ...ac3m is a superb buy...
I'm at a lost as to which one to get. I am leaning toward AC3R but I played a Taylor 210ce at the music store and loved it. I have not tried the AC3R but all the reviews say its AS good as the Taylor and its obvious that Yamaha was putting the A series in direct competition with the Taylors. Right now its (AC3R) 800 bucks at sweetwater with a free hardshell case and a $100 rebate. Taylor is 1200 with a soft shell padded case (sounds cheap) I already have a Yamaha FG345 and love it. I need a quality plug in and cut away though and I think what is going to decide this is the electronic system. Is the SRT pick up in Yamaha better than the ($400 better) than the ES-T in the Taylors? Its hard finding any specific info on comparing these electronics. They both claim to be cutting edge. . Going to try and find a AC3R today to play. Im a Yamaha fan and I am not going to buy a Taylor just because its a Taylor but if its 400 bucks better I may.
I have a taylor 210ce, it's a good guitar but it ends up disappointing when it's plugged in ... there's a pretty big difference between its acoustic and amplified sound :( I'm interested in ac3r and I've seen it looks like it's a much more balanced guitar Between the acoustic sound and the amplified sound ... besides having a pick up much more evolved than those of taylor .. so I think it compares well more yamaha ... is cheaper, has better pick up (more Versatil and better capture, more real) and besides having solid top, which alias taylor is laminated, only from the models 300series is that it has solid. I hope that my opinion has served for something :)
I agree with you Marco. Taylor no doubt sounds good when you play without plugged in. However, when I plugged in Taylor 114ce it sounds ok. I liked sound of Yamaha AC3R much better. Best thing is their pickup system and I think one have to go to the Taylor 300 series to find the equal to the Yamaha.
try a3r yamaha also bro..... its a quality brand also....
"I own one of these too!" Salesman pitch 101..i see you. I see you.
I attended a house concert in California, where he was performing, he was indeed playing one and very kindly let me play it. So I believe the pitch!
I think guitar is sometimes not so important for a guitarist. It's dependents on the GUITARIST. Dude you are a really great guitarist.
great review , great guitar
fucking beautiful
Im still a beginner in recording my acoustic electric Yamaha. Is it best to get a Focusrite 2i2 audio interface and experiment with the SRT preamp?
TO EVERY MANUFACTURER: PLEASE REQUEST SHORT TALKS AND ADD A LOT AF A/B OR DRY/WET COMPARISATIONS. This guy plays lovely, but I still cn't figutre out the difference btween Piezo and Miked Sound. Thank you ;-))
woooohooo just ordered the mahogany! :D
Could i ask if there is a major difference in tone between the ac3r or ac3m? i dont really want to spend the extra 100 bucks for the r if there isnt really much of a difference. thank you.
Hi, is the amp thr10 or thr5? I need one that can play both electric and acoustic guitars. Thanks
Do the AC3R and the AC1R share the exact same neck profile?
Can you tell me whose signature is on the sq piece of paper stuck in inside the guitar pls
That's a pretty guitar
I could tell what game takes this guitar strings ?, I mean caliber
Xchump, it does share the same neck profile.
do I hear some compression effect due to 9V battery?
I want a acoustic electric guitar and I am a beginner but it has to be cheap but good.
yes there is, it's not that Rosewood is better though. Mahogany wood gives a more "warm" tone, rosewood is better for the lows and highs.
Called you. Got a recording to go back to option #. Then the recording said the mailbox is full. Really?
+Austin Bazaar yes, same number... just checked my phone.
what is the name of the piece you play on this demo ?
thanks
its called EAT SHIT
With the electronic off.?
What is that strange guitar in the background at 4:20?
My guess is a dulcimer or something similar.
silent guitar bro......the one like doesnt have dress?...jeje
Is it made in China?. I want to get one...
사고 싶은 기타~ㅋ
The first song sounded like a banjo - that’s why it is so hard to record an acoustic guitar to sound good
It uses two "AA" batteries.
IT'S A MICROPHONE DEMO , NOT GUITAR 😂😂😂