The playability, action and overall quality is very comparable to Taylor guitars. This is understandable since the two individuals who started Kepma spent a lot of time at the Taylor facility in California learning their production techniques.
I am a huge fan of acoustic letter channel and firmly believe that they will do nothing but fairly compare guitar against guitar regardless of its nationalities or originalities.
Ref: RZ H...Even before the pandemic, I had pretty much stopped looking at imported goods. All of the factors that RZ H mentions are worth consideration. For me, it also has to do with JOBS for US workers. With a little bit of innovative shopping we generally find products at fairly competitive prices. There are independent builders all over the country who will build a good instrument at a fair price. Sorry for going off-topic.
New to me. Well rounded sound. Could use a video explaining the line & why it is picked up by MV. Thanks. I'll do some more digging on your website...like how is it different from Taylor Gibson & Martin other than made in China.
@@mynonameyt yea but yamaha also makes most of its guitars in china.except their premium and custom models and some in Indonesia. Yamaha actually owns it's plants in China to have more control. Apple makes most of it's products in China as well.
kepma Guitars are amazing, I have G1 over 6 years ,and it is still in a perfect condition, the quality of making is insanely beautiful, with plek technology on it's finger board,the playability is perfect, always no buzzing. by the way , I bought it for less than 400$ ,with hard case
@@AKdon68 with only a short time of using Taylor Gsmini, I would say they are both amazing guitars ,but not quite comparable coz the gsmini is much smaller .I can say it is as good as my Martin DRS2.
Very nice sounding.... the neck is a bit narrow for my style of playing, but I can really appreciate what one gets with this guitar. It should be a good seller.
I love this channel. You guys always do such excellent reviews oh, and I look forward to them more than most others. I would like to see more in-depth videos with both of you though. The videos are over almost as soon as they start. An extra 10 minutes. That way it feels like we get to hang out a little longer each week.
Do they come in a version without the tacky looking red lettering on the front? Or is that a sticker? I'm not in the market for a Chinese made guitar. I'm just curious.
Non-replaceable batteries are not good to put into guitars. You want a guitar still fully useable after 10-20 years. I have an electronic game from the 80s. More than 30 years old. Still functional because it uses AA batteries. Fortunately most guitars with pickups uses 9v batteries.
They sound fine and who can argue the price, but one has to question the need to import more from China? Forget the virus. Do they have transparent business practices in terms of environmental conformance, proper channels to acquire and sustain tone woods, worker safety in their factory, subsidies from their government, etc.?If you want cheaper then you eventually cost workers their jobs here and thus reduce your customer base. You can’t have it both ways.
Average manufacturing wages in China, adjusted for inflation, have quadrupled since 2007. You can support that, or support whatever the hell USA is doing with real wages stagnant since the 70s. Your call.
Apple, coca Cola, Starbucks, Microsoft, McDonald’s, Boeing etc...when are they gonna stop doing business in China? Never. Money wins. USA = #1 hypocrites
Nicely done demo! FYI though... Thje GA2-131 does not have solid back and sides. The GA1-130 is an all solid! Great guitars though. Interesting though, the GA2-131 does have a bone nut and saddle, but the GA1-130 (more expensive) has TUSQ nut and saddle. Go figure! :)
Why does it matter where it's made if it's a quality product? I'm a huge fan of Eastman, which are hand made out of China. They are just as good as some Martin's, Taylor's, etc. for a 1/3 of the price. I mean hey, if you have the money then get what you want. But, if you have to follow a budget like most people, then life is too short to overpay for brand names.
@@sasquatchlife8836 Each of us has to decide if we want to support the economy of an enemy of the US. From the country that brought you COVID, who steals our intellectual property, who crushes democracy and destroys the environment- here’s a cheap guitar. For me, I ‘ll wait and save up for an American guitar.
I’ve watched a million of these and the interviewer never gets less awkward. I honestly don’t mind it, but it’s a bizarre palpable passive aggression that comes across and I don’t even think he intends it. These two are just the odd couple.
They have the slave labor advantage and I will not support them when there are still American manufacturers, I go to great lengths to buy American and in some cases you can’t, but I’ll be damned if I buy a Chinese guitar
@@timvibes Yes. Some people don’t care that they are contributing to the economy of a country that damages the environment, steals intellectual property and subjects its people to poor working conditions, low pay and political oppression.
Unfortunately money >> human rights and ethics. I am still waiting for large American companies to stop doing business with China. All bow down to the mighty $$$? China - abuser of human rights. USA- biggest hypocrite
For guitars, no thank you! No issue with Mexico or Indonesia, but draw the line at China. Plenty of other products I have no choice. Guitars are not one of them.
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I’ve been playing my two Kepmas for several years. Incredible guitars. The quality is second to none.
Good to know.. How are the actions and playability compared to Taylor.. thx
The playability, action and overall quality is very comparable to Taylor guitars. This is understandable since the two individuals who started Kepma spent a lot of time at the Taylor facility in California learning their production techniques.
@@ericoswood1856 Thanks for that info : )
See Also: Yamaha Transacoustic.
How does the mic knob function differently from the volume knob?
I've got a Les Paul that's plek'd and it's incredible,killer neck set up procedure.
The acoustics sound good.
That U2 intro though, Quinton is such a tasteful guitar player.
I have a 2015 kepma (without the electronics) and its cool! I'm glad to see them on a popular channel :-)
Went to website , No Kepma guitars
I am a huge fan of acoustic letter channel and firmly believe that they will do nothing but fairly compare guitar against guitar regardless of its nationalities or originalities.
what's the name of the song being played in the beginning?
Ref: RZ H...Even before the pandemic, I had pretty much stopped looking at imported goods. All of the factors that RZ H mentions are worth consideration. For me, it also has to do with JOBS for US workers. With a little bit of innovative shopping we generally find products at fairly competitive prices. There are independent builders all over the country who will build a good instrument at a fair price. Sorry for going off-topic.
Has anyone compared these to the Yamaha Transacoustics?
Was this sponsored?
New to me. Well rounded sound. Could use a video explaining the line & why it is picked up by MV. Thanks. I'll do some more digging on your website...like how is it different from Taylor Gibson & Martin other than made in China.
Sorry, we can't do the gig, I forgot to charge my guitar.
Why not
Sir, please tell which guitar should I go for Enya EA X2C Pro or Kepma F1EGA?
Yamaha is finally getting some competition.
Yea from China. Anybody out there care about human rights. I'm definitely not a bleeding heart liberal, but come on...
@@mynonameyt yea but yamaha also makes most of its guitars in china.except their premium and custom models and some in Indonesia.
Yamaha actually owns it's plants in China to have more control.
Apple makes most of it's products in China as well.
не у ямаха...а у тейлора!
Look up a flatsons pickup...but 100 bucks on ebay
Sounds like mine. I guess that’s where it’s at. I don’t have the preamp and effects. I’m talking about the fine guitar.
kepma Guitars are amazing, I have G1 over 6 years ,and it is still in a perfect condition, the quality of making is insanely beautiful, with plek technology on it's finger board,the playability is perfect, always no buzzing. by the way , I bought it for less than 400$ ,with hard case
Good to know.. How are the actions and playability compared to Taylor.. thx
@@AKdon68 with only a short time of using Taylor Gsmini, I would say they are both amazing guitars ,but not quite comparable coz the gsmini is much smaller .I can say it is as good as my Martin DRS2.
@@AKdon68 fyi,1st string height over 12th fret can be 1.2mm without buzzing
@@supernve517 Hey thanks for the detailed response.. : )
@@AKdon68 👌👌
they dont carry rosewood or even ovangkol, for some reason. its all mahogany
They do.
www.kepmausa.com/d1120-models
Very nice sounding.... the neck is a bit narrow for my style of playing, but I can really appreciate what one gets with this guitar. It should be a good seller.
I love this channel. You guys always do such excellent reviews oh, and I look forward to them more than most others. I would like to see more in-depth videos with both of you though. The videos are over almost as soon as they start. An extra 10 minutes. That way it feels like we get to hang out a little longer each week.
incredible sounding guitar!!!!!!
No lefties though.
Tested the A1-OM and B1-OM..very nice and loud..😁
Do they come in a version without the tacky looking red lettering on the front? Or is that a sticker? I'm not in the market for a Chinese made guitar. I'm just curious.
That is just a sticker on a transparent pickguard. You can peel off.
@@albirw Thanks for the update!!
It is a red Plak sticker. Chinese made guitars definitely cheaper and better made than USA ones.
原来不止我一个人觉得红色字体丑陋😂
It sounds like the garage band guitar to be honest
Why?? When I can buy a Gibson G45 for $999 or $1299 with electronics, made down the street from your shop in good old Bozeman, Montana, USA???
I believe there are different folks who might require different strokes.
Honestly I don't care how nice it sounds or how beautiful it looks. It's Chinese. Give me Made in North America.
Non-replaceable batteries are not good to put into guitars. You want a guitar still fully useable after 10-20 years. I have an electronic game from the 80s. More than 30 years old. Still functional because it uses AA batteries. Fortunately most guitars with pickups uses 9v batteries.
They sound fine and who can argue the price, but one has to question the need to import more from China? Forget the virus. Do they have transparent business practices in terms of environmental conformance, proper channels to acquire and sustain tone woods, worker safety in their factory, subsidies from their government, etc.?If you want cheaper then you eventually cost workers their jobs here and thus reduce your customer base. You can’t have it both ways.
Well said!
We need workers rights in America!
Average manufacturing wages in China, adjusted for inflation, have quadrupled since 2007. You can support that, or support whatever the hell USA is doing with real wages stagnant since the 70s. Your call.
@@martinkrauser4029 How things going in Hong Kong?
Apple, coca Cola, Starbucks, Microsoft, McDonald’s, Boeing etc...when are they gonna stop doing business in China? Never. Money wins. USA = #1 hypocrites
Nicely done demo! FYI though... Thje GA2-131 does not have solid back and sides. The GA1-130 is an all solid! Great guitars though. Interesting though, the GA2-131 does have a bone nut and saddle, but the GA1-130 (more expensive) has TUSQ nut and saddle. Go figure! :)
评论真精彩
in chat came to know Guitar review but lot Chinies fans😅
Interesting concept but China manufacturing turned me off. I’ll stick with my Martin with a tonewoodamp.
Agree! Why support China??
@@vamark7751 good product
@@danielseredin9950 There are a lot of good guitars these day. The question is, do you want to support China. Not for me.
Why does it matter where it's made if it's a quality product? I'm a huge fan of Eastman, which are hand made out of China. They are just as good as some Martin's, Taylor's, etc. for a 1/3 of the price. I mean hey, if you have the money then get what you want. But, if you have to follow a budget like most people, then life is too short to overpay for brand names.
@@sasquatchlife8836 Each of us has to decide if we want to support the economy of an enemy of the US. From the country that brought you COVID, who steals our intellectual property, who crushes democracy and destroys the environment- here’s a cheap guitar. For me, I ‘ll wait and save up for an American guitar.
Nope, I’ll stick with American made guitar.
Sorry, Paul. China ended my interest. Enjoyed otherwise.
中国卡玛走向世界了？！😅
As soon as you said "they are in China.." you lost me. I was gone.
yup
yup
Racism on anything Chinese or Asian is so normalized I see
No thanks
Lots of runout on the top.
I’ve watched a million of these and the interviewer never gets less awkward. I honestly don’t mind it, but it’s a bizarre palpable passive aggression that comes across and I don’t even think he intends it. These two are just the odd couple.
Dude you're overthinking it.
What interviewer? This a review.
Don't see it, feel it, or hear it.
You're reading too much into his personality.... it's simply a Boise personality. :)
@@zHumanfactor But they're from Bozeman?
Yuk- who wants a Chinese guitar? Abused labor, oppressive government, environmental abuses- but let’s still buy products made there?
They have the slave labor advantage and I will not support them when there are still American manufacturers, I go to great lengths to buy American and in some cases you can’t, but I’ll be damned if I buy a Chinese guitar
@@arthurstephens2361 well done! Agree so many American alternatives.
I'm sure many people will still buy chinese made guitars, especially if they're more affordable It is what it is.
@@timvibes Yes. Some people don’t care that they are contributing to the economy of a country that damages the environment, steals intellectual property and subjects its people to poor working conditions, low pay and political oppression.
Unfortunately money >> human rights and ethics. I am still waiting for large American companies to stop doing business with China. All bow down to the mighty $$$? China - abuser of human rights. USA- biggest hypocrite
For guitars, no thank you! No issue with Mexico or Indonesia, but draw the line at China. Plenty of other products I have no choice. Guitars are not one of them.
Right on. So many options other than supporting China.
Not the least bit interested in China products.
You lost me at China
Good review but Bugger China.