Well to be perfectly honest, in my humble opinion, of course without offending anyone who thinks differently from my point of view, but also by looking into this matter in a different perspective and without being condemning of one's view and by trying to make it objectified, and by considering each and every one's valid opinion, I honestly believe that I completely forgot what I was going to say. Anyway nice shirt.
I have listened to Martin and Taylor Mini's for the short length and mid sounds. I like this, Because the scale is full length, the sound hole will affect the sound, the physics of the guitar. Thank You !
For what it is it sounds great. It was never going to sound like a full size guitar. But for the right person and application it will work great. You can't compare apples with oranges. It sounds great based on what is there. Guitarists are just too damn picky. If you like the sound screw what other guitarists think.
Thank for reviewing this and the full size Klos. Would you consider doing a video that compares the smaller, travel guitar and the full-size guitar side-by-side?
Ovation Guitars was the first carbon fiber or non-wood guitars. i was a bit skeptical about the sound but turns out, it is very acceptable. Now there is a host of carbon fiber guitars and the sound and hat you can do with them keeps iporving.
Interesting...I didn't ask about warranty, but I contacted customer service and they explicitly said it would be fine in a hot car, they just recommended the carbon fiber rods.
I have a cousin who took one on a multi-month hike of the Pacific Coast Trail, or whatever it is called, and loved it. But to me this sounds like a $50 guitar from China. But yesterday I ordered one of their new mandolins. I hope it sounds better. The old MIX carbon fiber mandolins sounded great, and that was fifteen years ago.
I didn't have patience to listen to the whole spiel (my own problem) but I thought his guitar playing seemed great. Didn't sound so great, though, on this particular piece of equipment. Maybe I should have taken a shot of tequila and I'd have liked it more.
I don't feel like it sounds much "worse" than the baby Taylor when you account for the size? I didn't like the Martin LX1 either, but even that had that Uke type sound, the dreadnought junior seemed the best all around travel guitar.
I agree completely. I bought one on Kickstarter and kind of regret selling it. Definitely sounds better than my Baby Taylor and the Little Martins I've tried. Plus, friends love the look. Too expensive though. I'd buy a few of them if they were around $300-$350, but $600+? No thanks.
1) The Taylor GS Mini is the best travel guitar. 2) "That Uke type sound"... what would that be? Musical instruments racism? Ukuleles are amazing musical instruments. Have some respect.
Looking for comments from people who have actually owned this guitar. How is the setup? Does it remain constant after removing and reinstalling the neck? Does it remain constant when subjected to changes in temperature and humidity? Any noticeable play in the neck joint after numerous neck removal/installations? Are the neck screws machine type or wood type threads?
Nice little guitar. I think it' sounds a little like a resonator, without the pie pan. I'll bet it isn't inexpensive however. Are they made here or in Asia?
Olson guitars are incredibly fine pieces of work. I have never had a chance to play one in person, but have seen and heard a handful and have always been impressed. They are certainly on my list, and if I ever get a chance to play one I will certainly report my findings :-)
The GS mini has a more robust and resonant sound :-) Mainly due to the size and material difference. The Klos however is more durable due to the material :-)
Maybe adding a heavier gauge string to it will give it some umph. Granted idk what gauge string he already has on it. Sounds like light or custom light.
It definitely doesn't sound like a full size guitar. It doesn't sound bad, and is a good idea for traveling (or visiting relatives that have less than careful children). Seven year old kids and delicate instruments don't play well...
It's not for me. My GS Mini sounds a lot fuller, granted a bit more susceptible to humidity and much less durable but I'll take a high quality laminate over carbon fiber any day on tone. I'm not a fan of Rainsong guitars either so this is not a stab at this vendor. Also worth noting: I cherry picked about a dozen commentors and did some click-through research on their other youtube comments, It appears someone used a "pay for likes" service to give this video a boost. Pretty common form of marketing these days, but be aware. If you care about this sort of manipulation. I'm not going to down vote it because I think there is a niche for a carbon fiber travel at this price point.
Tough choice there :-) I would put the Klos at the top, only because I have the most experience with it. I know that Journey and CA make great travelers as well, but my experience with the Klos was tops :-)
Honestly was wondering this as well, although in my opinion there is absolutely no competition between the tones of these two guitars. That being said, the Journey is double the money, comes with a way better travel case, but also doesn't have the dual wood-composite design like this one does. In theory, shouldn't this render the KLOS more vulnerable to typical wood/climate problems in contrast to the Journey? But then again the body of the KLOS seems smaller which lends it to being more friendly for travel.. Might be a really good comparison/review video idea??
If you are out camping you either have to buy a guitar you don’t care about getting warped by the heat and cold or you go carbon ! I am seriously considering getting this bad boy for just that 😊
I seen a few people playing these on line. Sounds cheep and tingey. The $600 price tag is a bit much for this. I also will not by and instrument without playing it, thanks GC, and no one stocks these.
Have you any comments on the Lava me 2? I like it has some effects and its carbon but worry about the battery replacement. In Canada we go from 40 degrees above to 40 degrees below so thought carbon for camping etc would be a good choice. I do like this Klos though. Any recommendations ?
I've owned both and the Lava Me definitely sounds vastly superior to this piece of junk. The only selling point is the extreme portability when traveling. Otherwise, you'd be better off with a $100 Yamaha. It's garbage.
@@ukulelewithtylerEmerald or a McPherson carbon fiber sounds superior to the Lava piece of junk. They are also way more durable and esthetically better looking.
@@gemininimeg I've owned both of those brands and actually thought the Emerald sounded worst by far. If I were choosing a guitar purely as a non-wooden instrument with the best tone, it would be a BlackBird or Rainsong. The Lavas aren't meant to compete with full-carbon models in terms of tone, as they're created from a blend. However, they still sound vastly superior to KLOS and despite being a Chinese brand, somehow manage to have better customer service. YMMV! No disrespect intended. Enjoy what you play and play what you enjoy. \m/
I’ve been fiddling around on guitar for a number of years now, but have finally decided to get serious. I am interested in buying a decent entry- or intermediate-level acoustic guitar. I think I’ve narrowed it down to either the Klos travel guitar from this video, or one of the Orangewood guitars, probably the mahogany Morgan. I have watched both of your videos on these guitars, but can’t really get a sense of how they would compare to each other. I expect that the Orangewood probably sounds a little better, but as a beginner, I feel like playability might be the most important feature, so I don’t struggle and get frustrated. How do the two compare with respect to playability? I am intrigued by the portability of the Klos, as I do travel a lot, and I might be willing to sacrifice a little sound quality to get it - as long as the playability is still good. If you were me, which would you choose? Or is there a third option I should be aware of? Thanks!
If your really serious buy a Taylor or Martin. It will improve your playing a lot. Don't buy a carbon guitar as your first real guitar it won't sounds as good as wood! Don't be scared to spend the extra dollar. You won't regret it especially if you buy a taylor or martin which hold their value.
Hi Tony, Just like to say how much I enjoy your videos, keep up the great work. I've been looking for an acoustic guitar with a 1-5/8 at the nut neck, due to having a hand that is messed up. I've been thinking that they are making a lot of carbon fibre guitars now, it's about time they made one with a smaller neck, it would fit in really well for those of us that have smaller hands or an injured hand. Being carbon fibre, they should be stronger than wood. Have a great day! Barry Merlin Truro, Nova Scotia
I have a pinky that's half the size of my other fingers and have no problems hitting hard to reach notes with proper form. Hand size isn't everything. Training it is.
Holy cow! It actually sounds good! I could see an artist making this their unique sound and taking this one and only guitar around the land and blogging about it. Am I that artist? Soon I shall be if the fates allow my good friends!
+Trent Mason I thought so at first, so bright and clear. But at a closer listen, it had a rather tinny sound when strummed quickly. It's missing the warmth that I feel only wood can give. Still, I think it deserves some respect.
I own a couple Martin 000s and Little Martins. Spruce sound board makes a huge difference. I would like to see a CF with spruce top. Probably sound as good as an Ovation.
Hmm it didn’t sound awful at all, a little tinny and not much bottom end or resonance (at least to my plebeian ear) but that may just be the size of the guitar. Interesting concept, a guitar you don’t need to worry about humidity or temperature with.
@@r.c.vincent6063 His hearing is fine, it sounds like crap. It sounds like the Martin Backpacker. That sounds like crap, too. I'd rather get something like the Yamaha CSF1M, which actually sounds like a guitar.
Maybe he should sandwich wood in between the carbon fiber instead of foam (which absorbs sound)? Kind of a no brainer eh? Anyways, I don’t know what the price point is? But I imagine someone could get a halfway decent “beater” for 100$? Nice playing by the way.👊🏻
It needs a truss rod because the neck is wood, not carbon fiber. The fretboard and bridge are also wood. I wouldn't consider this impervious to weather like most other ALL carbon fiber guitars.
It has an adjustable truss rod and you have the option to get carbon fiber stiffening rods in the neck as well. Ive been traveling with one of these for 5 months. Worth every penny
Tony plays very well. I'm not particularly impressed by the sound of this instrument as recorded here. I dig the concept of this guitar (a value-priced carbon-fiber hybrid travel acoustic) and I certainly don't expect it to sound like a high-end Martin or Taylor, but I would be concerned that if the sound is sub-par, I would stop playing it pretty quickly and it would gather dust.
One of my favourite guitars I've had the pleasure to play, was a Lowden. I can't remember the model number, I was absolutely flabbergasted! I enjoy your videos and commitment. I've played professionally on and off over twenty years, there's something beautiful about the evolution of acoustic guitar . I love the way James Taylor plays , his humility, and regard his playing style unique ,I saw him live playing his Olsen in Åhus music Center, in Denmark 5 years ago. I Also like the way he tunes his strings!Thanks for your advice and dedication.
Thanks so much Brett!!! You brought up two guitar brands that I have lusted after for quite some time... Lowden and Olsen. I have had a chance to play one Lowden before and never an Olson. They are both on my list to review for certain :-) Cheers and thanks again!!!
I despise guitar snobbery , I'f you pay attention Tony, is talking mostly playing out side ! I wouldn't take my taylor or gibson on a vacation to bloody the African congo!
Sounds good ,but aren't guitar sound and tone A very subjective thing. After all what makes one guitar rock star choose one make and some other guitar rock star choose another. I've always wondered.
Horrible boxy sound as expected, but for a sturdy travel guitar it's ideal. If the pick up is decent on the semi acoustic version then it wont matter as much I suppose.
Hey Tony, I'm a professional carpenter and joiner, I'm no pro regarding being a guitar Luther even though I set up a lot of acoustic guitars I really can tell you're the real deal! I'm not appealing for your sympathy, I've leukemia and can't work full-time in construction! It'll kill me, Yet I like yourself love to work with beautiful guitars, My journey man was a ships joiner who taught me the value of closing my mouth ,opening My eyes and ears! He was a bass player in a new Orleans jazz band , and a very temperamental Scottish man who I admire still to this day! I'm not stalking you ! I believe in doing the things you love in life ! I've seen a lot of youtube saw called guitar experts? But I as I said earlier I find you not only earnest, but also polite and tutorial! Please may I ask your advice in regards to best simple pickup systems , and also best method in regards to polishing frets? I get quite nervous in regards to various methods. Finally I play acoustic guitars ,I tune 432, of course when playing with other musicians it's 440! I find something naturally invigorating when playing 432 Hz. Thanks again for your reviews.
Thank you for your kind words Brett!!! We are sending you good vibes from TAC headquarters and wishing you the best!!! As for simple pickup systems I like the DiMarzio Black Angel for a soundhole pickup, as well as the Sunrise soundhole pickup. If you are looking for something even more simple Schertler makes a pickup called the Basik and it is a surface mount pickup. The results are ok, but it is by far the easiest to install and use. I hope that helps :-) Cheers, Tony
String height is very much a subjective matter as it's up to the individual player to decide the kind of string height one wants. Using string height as a selling point may therefore not be a good means of marketing as it's simply too much a matter of opinion.
Sungodv I’m not sure if the Klos Travel Guitar he got came with the carbon graphite stiffening rods, this video was 2016, and the stiffening rods feature are offered 2017 or 2018 as an add-on.
Review a LAVA ME 2 guitar. Awesome guitar. It makes the KLOS guitar sounds like PeeWee Hermans toy guitar! A LAVA ME 2 guitar is almost the same size and has a built in amplifier. It's all carbon fiber like the KLOS, but with special hidden features. MUCH MORE BETTERS THAN THE KLOS!
I mean it doesn't sound very good let's be honest. The carbon fiber won't resonate like wood does. It's evident in the low notes. Sounds muted and dull.
I think it has the durability and the portability that would you expect, however the sound is very cheap and not balanced at all. I have a cheap guitar, the same size as this, that sounds better.
6:28 for hearing its sound.
Thanks!
Thanks to much talking
Well to be perfectly honest, in my humble opinion, of course without offending anyone who thinks differently from my point of view, but also by looking into this matter in a different perspective and without being condemning of one's view and by trying to make it objectified, and by considering each and every one's valid opinion, I honestly believe that I completely forgot what I was going to say.
Anyway nice shirt.
Best commment I read all day and I don’t even remember what it was about. Have a nice day
duhh
original joke
What🤔?
I agree
I like how you had a lot of info on carbon fiber from a musicians perspective
I like it, I’ll wait till someone buys it and has buyers remorse than I’ll swoop in with a $200 cash offer lol.
I have listened to Martin and Taylor Mini's for the short length and mid sounds. I like this, Because the scale is full length, the sound hole will affect the sound, the physics of the guitar. Thank You !
For what it is it sounds great. It was never going to sound like a full size guitar. But for the right person and application it will work great. You can't compare apples with oranges. It sounds great based on what is there. Guitarists are just too damn picky. If you like the sound screw what other guitarists think.
Thank for reviewing this and the full size Klos. Would you consider doing a video that compares the smaller, travel guitar and the full-size guitar side-by-side?
Do you have any plans reviewing Takamine Guitars?
Brandon Boyd sameeeee
same - takamine are my favorite, wish they made a travel sized guitar made of some other material not yet sourced
Ovation Guitars was the first carbon fiber or non-wood guitars. i was a bit skeptical about the sound but turns out, it is very acceptable. Now there is a host of carbon fiber guitars and the sound and hat you can do with them keeps iporving.
I'd love to see you review a seagull artist concert hall 000 size.
Toby Baxley me too!
Since the neck and fingerboard are wood, won’t humidity still affect it?
Yes they don't offer any warranty on these and don't recommend leaving them outside or in hot cars ect.
Interesting...I didn't ask about warranty, but I contacted customer service and they explicitly said it would be fine in a hot car, they just recommended the carbon fiber rods.
Why would they not make the whole thing carbon fiber? This is a huge oversight.
KLOS do offer a full carbon fiber version, where the neck and fretboard are carbon fiber as well.
Ehh
I'm still happy with my GS mini
The carbon fibre looks gorgeous though :D
Hey Taylor guitars, how about carbon fibre fretboards??
I have a cousin who took one on a multi-month hike of the Pacific Coast Trail, or whatever it is called, and loved it. But to me this sounds like a $50 guitar from China. But yesterday I ordered one of their new mandolins. I hope it sounds better. The old MIX carbon fiber mandolins sounded great, and that was fifteen years ago.
take a tequila shot every time he says carbon fiber
Antonino Scionti i nearly died
Ushhhh
Does jack daniels count?
I played your game and now I'm dead.
I didn't have patience to listen to the whole spiel (my own problem) but I thought his guitar playing seemed great. Didn't sound so great, though, on this particular piece of equipment. Maybe I should have taken a shot of tequila and I'd have liked it more.
I don't feel like it sounds much "worse" than the baby Taylor when you account for the size? I didn't like the Martin LX1 either, but even that had that Uke type sound, the dreadnought junior seemed the best all around travel guitar.
I agree completely. I bought one on Kickstarter and kind of regret selling it. Definitely sounds better than my Baby Taylor and the Little Martins I've tried. Plus, friends love the look. Too expensive though. I'd buy a few of them if they were around $300-$350, but $600+? No thanks.
1) The Taylor GS Mini is the best travel guitar.
2) "That Uke type sound"... what would that be? Musical instruments racism?
Ukuleles are amazing musical instruments. Have some respect.
what is the song after the big sandy river please? do you have the tabs for it? I really liked that one.
Could you play an open mic or on the boardwalk unplugged and be heard? Or is it way too quiet and flat acoustically without a mic or amp?
Looking for comments from people who have actually owned this guitar.
How is the setup? Does it remain constant after removing and reinstalling the neck? Does it remain constant when subjected to changes in temperature and humidity?
Any noticeable play in the neck joint after numerous neck removal/installations?
Are the neck screws machine type or wood type threads?
Nice little guitar. I think it' sounds a little like a resonator, without the pie pan. I'll bet it isn't inexpensive however. Are they made here or in Asia?
what is it made out of?
Does the smaller size effect playability??
The treble is emphasized. Good bright sound.
Loved the Martin tuxedo you designed. Nearly had an heart attack listening to your picking! May I ask you sir your opinion regarding Olsen guitars?
Olson guitars are incredibly fine pieces of work. I have never had a chance to play one in person, but have seen and heard a handful and have always been impressed. They are certainly on my list, and if I ever get a chance to play one I will certainly report my findings :-)
I have an Olson SJ. My favorite and I have a bunch of high end acoustics. Only drawback is the price. $15K new. I got mine used. Happy hunting!
anyone knows what are the tabs for the song at 8:00 ?
Is it just me, or does it sound like one of these Ovation plastic guitars, but without the bass?
you might want to get your hearing checked
Tony. Can you comment on the sounds versus a GS mini?
The GS mini has a more robust and resonant sound :-) Mainly due to the size and material difference. The Klos however is more durable due to the material :-)
Maybe adding a heavier gauge string to it will give it some umph. Granted idk what gauge string he already has on it. Sounds like light or custom light.
It definitely doesn't sound like a full size guitar. It doesn't sound bad, and is a good idea for traveling (or visiting relatives that have less than careful children). Seven year old kids and delicate instruments don't play well...
Doesn't the neck being made out of wood kinda defeat the purpose of Carbon Fiber's advantages? Pretty sure the neck is affected by humidity as well.
charvelgtrs I will take my original CA any day over this I agree...
Yeah the neck is what warps. I have not seen a warped body, or if I have I didn't know it.
Can you do a comparison of the new Taylor Academy guitars to a 100 Series?
What kind of foam is used for the top? I’m curious as to what to do for my own diy carbon guitar
Kinda thin sounding, but not awful. Maybe a bigger body of the same material would have a fuller sound.
It's not for me. My GS Mini sounds a lot fuller, granted a bit more susceptible to humidity and much less durable but I'll take a high quality laminate over carbon fiber any day on tone. I'm not a fan of Rainsong guitars either so this is not a stab at this vendor. Also worth noting: I cherry picked about a dozen commentors and did some click-through research on their other youtube comments, It appears someone used a "pay for likes" service to give this video a boost. Pretty common form of marketing these days, but be aware. If you care about this sort of manipulation. I'm not going to down vote it because I think there is a niche for a carbon fiber travel at this price point.
Have you ever reviewed a full size Composite Acoustic Legacy? I think they sound fantastic!
I just watched your previous Top 5 Travel guitar video...which is your favorite carbon fiber guitar?? Klos, Journey Instruments, or Composite Cargo???
Tough choice there :-) I would put the Klos at the top, only because I have the most experience with it. I know that Journey and CA make great travelers as well, but my experience with the Klos was tops :-)
I needed a guitar paddle and id like to learn guitar so i ordered one.
Hi! Curious, but how does the Klos sound compare to the Journey OF660?
I feel like the Journey is a bit more deep in terms of tone and has a touch more projection :-)
@@tacguitar ah thanks so much for the reply + info! big fan of your channel!
Honestly was wondering this as well, although in my opinion there is absolutely no competition between the tones of these two guitars.
That being said, the Journey is double the money, comes with a way better travel case, but also doesn't have the dual wood-composite design like this one does. In theory, shouldn't this render the KLOS more vulnerable to typical wood/climate problems in contrast to the Journey? But then again the body of the KLOS seems smaller which lends it to being more friendly for travel..
Might be a really good comparison/review video idea??
@@lucasschulz6238 can you elaborate please. Which one do you think is superior?
a carbon fiber guitar I wish you would review is the Emerald x20
Yup, he should of viewed Emerald and McPherson carbon fiber guitars first. They are way better in sound, quality & durability.
If you are out camping you either have to buy a guitar you don’t care about getting warped by the heat and cold or you go carbon ! I am seriously considering getting this bad boy for just that 😊
Heey would you say it sounds similar to the martin lx1? Or which one sounds better
I seen a few people playing these on line. Sounds cheep and tingey. The $600 price tag is a bit much for this. I also will not by and instrument without playing it, thanks GC, and no one stocks these.
Nice sound. Love the playing. Reminds me of John Renborn.
The links to the tabs are broken. Are those lost forever, or is there any chance you can update the links? Thank you!
any reviews on Elly Guitars?
It sounded plasticy to me. Like a toy plastic tar. But it solves the problem of worrying about humidity
or maybe this thing vs. a GS mini..?
No comparison. GS Mini ftw.
@@TWhite-mq6uf Yeah. The GS Mini is in a league of its own.
I use a cheap, 200$ yamaha as my travel guitar.
Have you any comments on the Lava me 2? I like it has some effects and its carbon but worry about the battery replacement. In Canada we go from 40 degrees above to 40 degrees below so thought carbon for camping etc would be a good choice. I do like this Klos though. Any recommendations ?
I've owned both and the Lava Me definitely sounds vastly superior to this piece of junk. The only selling point is the extreme portability when traveling. Otherwise, you'd be better off with a $100 Yamaha. It's garbage.
@@ukulelewithtylerEmerald or a McPherson carbon fiber sounds superior to the Lava piece of junk. They are also way more durable and esthetically better looking.
@@gemininimeg I've owned both of those brands and actually thought the Emerald sounded worst by far. If I were choosing a guitar purely as a non-wooden instrument with the best tone, it would be a BlackBird or Rainsong.
The Lavas aren't meant to compete with full-carbon models in terms of tone, as they're created from a blend. However, they still sound vastly superior to KLOS and despite being a Chinese brand, somehow manage to have better customer service.
YMMV! No disrespect intended. Enjoy what you play and play what you enjoy. \m/
I’ve been fiddling around on guitar for a number of years now, but have finally decided to get serious. I am interested in buying a decent entry- or intermediate-level acoustic guitar. I think I’ve narrowed it down to either the Klos travel guitar from this video, or one of the Orangewood guitars, probably the mahogany Morgan. I have watched both of your videos on these guitars, but can’t really get a sense of how they would compare to each other. I expect that the Orangewood probably sounds a little better, but as a beginner, I feel like playability might be the most important feature, so I don’t struggle and get frustrated. How do the two compare with respect to playability? I am intrigued by the portability of the Klos, as I do travel a lot, and I might be willing to sacrifice a little sound quality to get it - as long as the playability is still good. If you were me, which would you choose? Or is there a third option I should be aware of? Thanks!
If your really serious buy a Taylor or Martin. It will improve your playing a lot. Don't buy a carbon guitar as your first real guitar it won't sounds as good as wood! Don't be scared to spend the extra dollar. You won't regret it especially if you buy a taylor or martin which hold their value.
Loved it,loved freight train,thanx.
Hi Tony,
Just like to say how much I enjoy your videos, keep up the great work. I've been looking for an acoustic guitar with a 1-5/8 at the nut neck, due to having a hand that is messed up. I've been
thinking that they are making a lot of carbon fibre guitars now, it's about time they made one with a smaller neck, it would fit in really well for those of us that have smaller hands or an injured hand. Being carbon fibre, they should be stronger than wood. Have a great day!
Barry Merlin Truro, Nova Scotia
I have a pinky that's half the size of my other fingers and have no problems hitting hard to reach notes with proper form. Hand size isn't everything. Training it is.
how much to they cost?
Holy cow! It actually sounds good! I could see an artist making this their unique sound and taking this one and only guitar around the land and blogging about it. Am I that artist? Soon I shall be if the fates allow my good friends!
+Trent Mason
I thought so at first, so bright and clear.
But at a closer listen, it had a rather tinny sound when strummed quickly.
It's missing the warmth that I feel only wood can give.
Still, I think it deserves some respect.
How would you compare the Klos to the Martin 000 (black color) all HPL or the Little Martin all HPL? Is it similar in sound?
I own a couple Martin 000s and Little Martins. Spruce sound board makes a huge difference.
I would like to see a CF with spruce top. Probably sound as good as an Ovation.
Duane Brocious Carbon Fiber all but top and fretboard and I'm in!
Αντώνη τι σχέση έχεις με το Πολύκαστρο του Κιλκίς;;;;
you should do some carbon fiber guitar vs. (one vs. another) videos..?
Have you ever reviewed an Emerald x20
Bobby Williams I read somewhere on Emerald's site that one was sent in for review
Hmm it didn’t sound awful at all, a little tinny and not much bottom end or resonance (at least to my plebeian ear) but that may just be the size of the guitar. Interesting concept, a guitar you don’t need to worry about humidity or temperature with.
I think you still need to worry about the humidity & temp. Lots of wood and metal on that guitar still. Wood shrinks and metal doesn't.
Sounds like the Gretsch Jim Dandy, also a travel guitar, but cheaper than that!
Curious tone...
Great demo.
Sounds like a cross between a travel guitar and a Ukulele. May be near indestructible, but it does sound like a toy.
pickin4you It honestly sounds like my First Act Discovery guitar meant for kids.
You might want to get your hearing checked.
@@r.c.vincent6063 His hearing is fine, it sounds like crap. It sounds like the Martin Backpacker. That sounds like crap, too. I'd rather get something like the Yamaha CSF1M, which actually sounds like a guitar.
Pretty cool. Has a 'parlor' guitar quality. Worth considering.
Is this the guy from acoustic letter?
Yep
Wow! That little thing sounds fantastic!
Maybe he should sandwich wood in between the carbon fiber instead of foam (which absorbs sound)? Kind of a no brainer eh? Anyways, I don’t know what the price point is? But I imagine someone could get a halfway decent “beater” for 100$?
Nice playing by the way.👊🏻
It needs a truss rod because the neck is wood, not carbon fiber. The fretboard and bridge are also wood. I wouldn't consider this impervious to weather like most other ALL carbon fiber guitars.
It has an adjustable truss rod and you have the option to get carbon fiber stiffening rods in the neck as well. Ive been traveling with one of these for 5 months. Worth every penny
Diamonds are carbon?
Yup!!
Tony plays very well. I'm not particularly impressed by the sound of this instrument as recorded here.
I dig the concept of this guitar (a value-priced carbon-fiber hybrid travel acoustic) and I certainly don't expect it to sound like a high-end Martin or Taylor, but I would be concerned that if the sound is sub-par, I would stop playing it pretty quickly and it would gather dust.
Yes, was not impressed by the sound.
Paul Davies plays one
Why not carbon fiber?
I was looking in to buying a Guitar and lucky i ran across this video! saved me money from not buying one. Yeah!
One of my favourite guitars I've had the pleasure to play, was a Lowden. I can't remember the model number, I was absolutely flabbergasted! I enjoy your videos and commitment. I've played professionally on and off over twenty years, there's something beautiful about the evolution of acoustic guitar . I love the way James Taylor plays , his humility, and regard his playing style unique ,I saw him live playing his Olsen in Åhus music Center, in Denmark 5 years ago. I Also like the way he tunes his strings!Thanks for your advice and dedication.
Thanks so much Brett!!! You brought up two guitar brands that I have lusted after for quite some time... Lowden and Olsen. I have had a chance to play one Lowden before and never an Olson. They are both on my list to review for certain :-) Cheers and thanks again!!!
I despise guitar snobbery , I'f you pay attention Tony, is talking mostly playing out side ! I wouldn't take my taylor or gibson on a vacation to bloody the African congo!
Where would you find this guitar? And how much is it for usa dollars?
Ian Gonzalez www.klosguitars.com/product-page/3c3a5a71-efea-590b-1bc1-de83649c186f
Sounds good ,but aren't guitar sound and tone A very subjective thing. After all what makes one guitar rock star choose one make and some other guitar rock star choose another. I've always wondered.
Horrible boxy sound as expected, but for a sturdy travel guitar it's ideal. If the pick up is decent on the semi acoustic version then it wont matter as much I suppose.
nice. from Puerto Rico.
Hey Tony, I'm a professional carpenter and joiner, I'm no pro regarding being a guitar Luther even though I set up a lot of acoustic guitars I really can tell you're the real deal!
I'm not appealing for your sympathy, I've leukemia and can't work full-time in construction! It'll kill me,
Yet I like yourself love to work with beautiful guitars, My journey man was a ships joiner who taught me the value of closing my mouth ,opening My eyes and ears!
He was a bass player in a new Orleans jazz band , and a very temperamental Scottish man who I admire still to this day!
I'm not stalking you ! I believe in doing the things you love in life ! I've seen a lot of youtube saw called guitar experts?
But I as I said earlier I find you not only earnest, but also polite and tutorial!
Please may I ask your advice in regards to best simple pickup systems , and also best method in regards to polishing frets? I get quite nervous in regards to various methods.
Finally I play acoustic guitars ,I tune 432, of course when playing with other musicians it's 440! I find something naturally invigorating when playing 432 Hz.
Thanks again for your reviews.
Thank you for your kind words Brett!!! We are sending you good vibes from TAC headquarters and wishing you the best!!! As for simple pickup systems I like the DiMarzio Black Angel for a soundhole pickup, as well as the Sunrise soundhole pickup. If you are looking for something even more simple Schertler makes a pickup called the Basik and it is a surface mount pickup. The results are ok, but it is by far the easiest to install and use. I hope that helps :-)
Cheers,
Tony
I have a Little Black Martin that I travel with that sounds way better. Used for $225 with soft case.
why is it no one ever talks about neck size or string height just plain ease of playing.
that's what I look at most when I'm looking at a new fiddle.
String height is very much a subjective matter as it's up to the individual player to decide the kind of string height one wants. Using string height as a selling point may therefore not be a good means of marketing as it's simply too much a matter of opinion.
OK just thought it might be helpful to know what it played like and how the neck feels.
he forgot the two graphite / carbon fiber stiffening rods in the neck...
Sungodv I’m not sure if the Klos Travel Guitar he got came with the carbon graphite stiffening rods, this video was 2016, and the stiffening rods feature are offered 2017 or 2018 as an add-on.
sounds... rather ''tinny'' to me sorta like a bango too. . . IMO 🤔
Still sounds like a tiny guitar. But sustain is good
It's so harsh sounding.
get the shit outtta your ears
Sounds way worst than I expected. He did a great review tho.
$600 minimum ($599) even though it was crowdfunded. Ingrates.
Cars doing it ... Soab
Your review is unclear you seem to like the guitar but not a huge fan of the sound. Would you agree?
Kickstarter...$599.
Review a LAVA ME 2 guitar. Awesome guitar. It makes the KLOS guitar sounds like PeeWee Hermans toy guitar! A LAVA ME 2 guitar is almost the same size and has a built in amplifier. It's all carbon fiber like the KLOS, but with special hidden features. MUCH MORE BETTERS THAN THE KLOS!
If David Gilmour had an TH-cam channel...
It has a plastic sound which isn't to my taste but it's not terrible.
The Taylor GS Mini blows this thing out of the water...
I mean it doesn't sound very good let's be honest. The carbon fiber won't resonate like wood does. It's evident in the low notes. Sounds muted and dull.
Not bad but imagine pricey
$599 and free shipping! www.klosguitars.com/shop
I have already bought the Martin D Jr but recommend for smaller travel guitar to friends, very impressive.
Anyone else think that he looks like Chris Stapleton?
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I think it has the durability and the portability that would you expect, however the sound is very cheap and not balanced at all. I have a cheap guitar, the same size as this, that sounds better.
It sounds a great deal like a baby Taylor. They should have made it much deeper. Not a fan.
i didn't think a real guitar could sound like a fucking vst
Sounds terrible. Maybe a full size carbon would sound better, but this travel model sux.