It’s a tough call. The Takamine sounds the most traditional to me aka a chiming cannon people associate with a 12-string. The Taylor seems to be the most playable with a reverse setup and really great for finger-style and picking out individual notes. The MacMarr has the most depth and dynamics of all three guitars. They are all great and serve a purpose. I’d love to see a reverse setup on the MacMarr and Takamine - would be interesting to hear how they’d sound. Thanks again for another fun live stream. Really glad I was able to make it. Looking forward to the next one! 😊
For me playability (excluding sound now) Taylor is by far the easiest to play. Mac and Marr a close second. The takamine is harder to play - it feel like the 12 strings of the past so its no surprise. But the Taylor 12 fret shorter scale- so easy! Tone I give that to Mac&marr. Loud booming sound I definitely give that to the old takamine 😀 Thanks a bunch❤️
Thanks for sharing your twelve. AS I've gotten older I've learned to appreciate guitar for their own qualities. In recording different voices make for a fuller arrangment.
The McKenzie and Marr,and the Takamine ,sound pretty much similar,The Taylor, I would put in third place,so Takamine best ,Mcenzie and Marr second,Taylor third,i have a twelve string Takamine,and have to wait till my wife is out,so that I can play it,she does not like the sound,or the loudness,love the show Cindy.
I'm surprised that I like the M&M so much. For the price, it's incredible. Also, given that, in general, I've never been a Taylor fan, I really enjoyed the sound of that Taylor! Let's call it a tie. Runner up: the Tak. Thank you for the Demo Redux!
The good news is they all sound better. When you were live, the "attack pick" was too harsh for all the instruments. The thumbpick sounds great on all of them especially in drop-D.
Three nice flavors. The Takamine evokes that sound of the 60s the best for me. The Taylor has its own special sound, jazzy, which I think lends itself best to fingerstyle.
Taylor made a beautiful instrument with this one. If you played one you would find it to be a pleasant and unique experience for sure😄. Thanks for sharing ❤️
I still like the Takamine, maybe it’s the dreadnought full body sound..🤔 i have a 6st Taylor, which i love and my new elixir strings arrived and Im looking forward to putting them on. Once again, thanks for sharing all your expertese🤗🤗 take care, Susan
Well Cindy they are all nice but I really like the Takamine, there is something special about an aged instrument the plays well and has a story to tell. Maybe it’s just me.🙃
If I had to pick just one, I'd have a hard time choosing between the Tak and the M&M. I'd be happy with either one of those for sure. The Taylor is beautiful, but I'm not so crazy with the backward strings. I can see how it could be useful in certain situations though.
Great vid! Agree, cannot choose the better or best. They are all great guitars with different styles- it’s why you have all 3🤪. Thank you for doing this demo. Would love to know the chord sequences you played (looks like D, C, G!) and when you generally use a 12 string?♥️
Playing a 12 depends on a guitar. The Taylor is do easy to play there is no problem playing anything. The Takamine is easier in the first position bar chords are more difficult. The mac and Marr is also easy to play. It has a really nice setup and I can bar or play power chords with ease. But the Taylor because it is a short scale 12 fret has amazing playability.
All good. Tac has a more traditional sound to my ears. Probably would go for a Taylor 12 with mahogany back & sides , no cut away. Thanks for posting!🎸🎸🎸
The finish is so beautiful on the Taylor- it almost feels soft 😀 Finish does play a part in sound of the instrument. That's what I have heard anyways. Thanks for sharing ❤️
@@guitarnotions I think there's no way to build the absolute perfect guitar ... because at the end it comes all to preferences ... that is also why I would never blindly buy a guitar (and other things) online ... I need to feel the 'soul' of the instrument ... and if it connects with mine ...
I'm now thinking of having a guitar everywhere ... in the kitchen ... the garage ... and probably even one in the bathroom ... (has to be waterproof then 😂)
The Takamine has me due to the balance across the tonal spectrum, the fullness of the bass, and the resonance that carries on with lots of sustain. Second, M and M, and third Taylor, too bright but nice with your fingerpicking.
Thanks for sharing your preference - that Takamine is definitely the canon! Its amazing. In terms of playability the Takamine is a little challenging. Do typical of the old 12 strings. The Taylor on the other hand is do easy to play. I think I love the mac and Marr tone the best. But they all have their good points😀
Al three sounds very beautiful ... the Takamine sounds somewhat like my double-six ... (I have a predecessor Takaharu 6-strings ... but that had a broken neck and now is a wallhanger) But I liked the M.&M. A. the most ... it has a bit more depth in the bass ... Did you measure the soundhole yet ? Or is it like an optical illusion that it looks a bit bigger due to the slim waistline of the lady. Still have to get used to the sound of the reversed strings on the Taylor ... it's different ...
@@guitarnotions On my double-six I still have the factory Martin copperwire strings On my classical guitar the D'Addario XTC45TT Dynacore Titanium On my western SJ200 The D'Addario EJ 26 Phosphor Bronze On my Spanish guitar the Savarez Tomatito Cuerdas Flamencas T50-R
The Takamine sounds throatier, louder and more balanced. The M&M has higher frequencies. I am surprised that the Taylor, with the maple back and sides was not as bright; maybe has something to do with the smaller body. They all sound good though. Have you tried any guitars from the Godin/Seagull line? They are made in Canada with solid woods and engineering and are very affordable. They have different body styles like jumbos, parlors and dreadnaughts. I have a dreadnaught S6 that I bought for around $300 and it is great with a solid cedar top. If you haven’t taken one for a ride, you might like it.
I don’t think I have ever seen a 12 string seagull. I would imagine they are nice! I think Seagull makes a great guitar and they are still affordable 😀. I have played several of them always a good experience! ❤️
First, have to say, I have a Taylor Grand Symphony, made of Indian rosewood, and Sitka spruce… that I absolutely love..the highs, lows, and mid ranges all ring out… but the Taylor 12 string is my least favorite, just hearing what we heard… I believe I liked the sound of the second one the best, and the last one was a close second… just my opinion… have a great day!
Thanks for sharing. I have to say, though that the Taylor is a 12 fret guitar. it plays so easy it amazes me. in terms of all-around playability and tone I lean to the second one as well The, McKenzie and Marr. The Taylor is more comfortable. At this age you got to include comfort🤣 Thanks❤️
Thanks. Interesting thing about the Taylor. It stays in tune over days. I checked it and sure enough no change. I think I might have been bending the strings just a bit - you must have a perfect pitch ear❤️
MC Kenzie, Takamine, Taylor...sounds not very inspiring, lacking sparkle and depth. I play a Guild 412 Maple,spruce with an arched Back, which I really love. Greetings from Berlin/ Genosuicidal Germanistan....
@@guitarnotions It is. I purchased it after my first heart attack in 2010. It was in the first production run. Seagull told me all about the guitar when I contacted them about it's origin.
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It’s a tough call. The Takamine sounds the most traditional to me aka a chiming cannon people associate with a 12-string. The Taylor seems to be the most playable with a reverse setup and really great for finger-style and picking out individual notes. The MacMarr has the most depth and dynamics of all three guitars. They are all great and serve a purpose. I’d love to see a reverse setup on the MacMarr and Takamine - would be interesting to hear how they’d sound.
Thanks again for another fun live stream. Really glad I was able to make it. Looking forward to the next one! 😊
For me playability (excluding sound now) Taylor is by far the easiest to play. Mac and Marr a close second. The takamine is harder to play - it feel like the 12 strings of the past so its no surprise. But the Taylor 12 fret shorter scale- so easy! Tone I give that to Mac&marr. Loud booming sound I definitely give that to the old takamine 😀 Thanks a bunch❤️
I really like the Takamine. I hope you have a great day.
Thanks, you too!❤️
Thanks for sharing your twelve. AS I've gotten older I've learned to appreciate guitar for their own qualities. In recording different voices make for a fuller arrangment.
Well said! Thanks so much for listening in❤️
They all sound great!
Thanks❤️
The McKenzie and Marr,and the Takamine ,sound pretty much similar,The Taylor, I would put in third place,so Takamine best ,Mcenzie and Marr second,Taylor third,i have a twelve string Takamine,and have to wait till my wife is out,so that I can play it,she does not like the sound,or the loudness,love the show Cindy.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this. Glad you are listening in too❤️
I'm surprised that I like the M&M so much. For the price, it's incredible. Also, given that, in general, I've never been a Taylor fan, I really enjoyed the sound of that Taylor! Let's call it a tie. Runner up: the Tak. Thank you for the Demo Redux!
Thanks a bunch❤️
The good news is they all sound better. When you were live, the "attack pick" was too harsh for all the instruments. The thumbpick sounds great on all of them especially in drop-D.
Thanks for sharing ❤️
Three nice flavors. The Takamine evokes that sound of the 60s the best for me. The Taylor has its own special sound, jazzy, which I think lends itself best to fingerstyle.
The playability is amazing on the Taylor! But that Takamine will cut through the mix! ❤️
@@CameraLaw nice pleading ... I totally agree ...
@@rik_mr.aap866 Oops! Are my briefs showing?
I would be happy with any of those. The Taylor may be the most versatile because of the inverted courses, so that's the one that I'd go for.
Taylor made a beautiful instrument with this one. If you played one you would find it to be a pleasant and unique experience for sure😄. Thanks for sharing ❤️
I still like the Takamine, maybe it’s the dreadnought full body sound..🤔
i have a 6st Taylor, which i love and my new elixir strings arrived and Im looking forward to putting them on. Once again, thanks for sharing all your expertese🤗🤗 take care, Susan
Good morning! Thanks for sharing! I appreciate it!❤️
Well Cindy they are all nice but I really like the Takamine, there is something special about an aged instrument the plays well and has a story to tell. Maybe it’s just me.🙃
That guitar definitely has been places. Thanks❤️
If I had to pick just one, I'd have a hard time choosing between the Tak and the M&M. I'd be happy with either one of those for sure. The Taylor is beautiful, but I'm not so crazy with the backward strings. I can see how it could be useful in certain situations though.
Good choice! Thanks for sharing ❤️
Great vid! Agree, cannot choose the better or best. They are all great guitars with different styles- it’s why you have all 3🤪. Thank you for doing this demo. Would love to know the chord sequences you played (looks like D, C, G!) and when you generally use a 12 string?♥️
Playing a 12 depends on a guitar. The Taylor is do easy to play there is no problem playing anything. The Takamine is easier in the first position bar chords are more difficult. The mac and Marr is also easy to play. It has a really nice setup and I can bar or play power chords with ease. But the Taylor because it is a short scale 12 fret has amazing playability.
@@guitarnotionsand I think the cutaway is a big help on the higher frets too ...
All good. Tac has a more traditional sound to my ears. Probably would go for a Taylor 12 with mahogany back & sides , no cut away. Thanks for posting!🎸🎸🎸
Good choice!
Thanks for the video .Looking for a 12 string and will go for the M & M . I support Canadian guitar companies whenever I can .
Awesome, it is a wonderful Instrument😀 thanks😀
If you compare f.i. the satin finish on the Taylor with the high-gloss finish on the M.&M.
That also has an influence on the sound, I think ...
The finish is so beautiful on the Taylor- it almost feels soft 😀 Finish does play a part in sound of the instrument. That's what I have heard anyways. Thanks for sharing ❤️
@@guitarnotions I think there's no way to build the absolute perfect guitar ...
because at the end it comes all to preferences ... that is also why I would never
blindly buy a guitar (and other things) online ... I need to feel the 'soul' of the instrument ...
and if it connects with mine ...
Now I only miss your chocolate-chunky-cookies ... 🍪🍪🍪 😂😂😂
🤣🤣🤣 That’s the funniest moment on this channel to date! 🤣🤣🤣
🤣
@@MashaT22most funny was how Cindy sang out the recipe ...
I'm now thinking of having a guitar everywhere ... in the kitchen ... the garage ...
and probably even one in the bathroom ... (has to be waterproof then 😂)
@@rik_mr.aap866 go for it but the everyone else in the house just might not appreciate it like you lol
I liked the mellow tones of the Taylor this time.
Thanks for sharing ❤️
The Takamine has me due to the balance across the tonal spectrum, the fullness of the bass, and the resonance that carries on with lots of sustain. Second, M and M, and third Taylor, too bright but nice with your fingerpicking.
Thanks for sharing your preference - that Takamine is definitely the canon! Its amazing. In terms of playability the Takamine is a little challenging. Do typical of the old 12 strings. The Taylor on the other hand is do easy to play. I think I love the mac and Marr tone the best. But they all have their good points😀
@@guitarnotions Indeed they do, my friend. All three are beautiful guitars. You make every guitar you play sound marvelous! Love your channel. Dan
I like the sound of the markinze and Marr better, looks are between the markinze and Marr Taylor, but all are great 😊
Thanks a bunch ❤️
Al three sounds very beautiful ... the Takamine sounds somewhat like my double-six ...
(I have a predecessor Takaharu 6-strings ... but that had a broken neck and now is a wallhanger)
But I liked the M.&M. A. the most ... it has a bit more depth in the bass ...
Did you measure the soundhole yet ?
Or is it like an optical illusion that it looks a bit bigger due to the slim waistline of the lady.
Still have to get used to the sound of the reversed strings on the Taylor ... it's different ...
Guild also has a likeable 12-strings ... acoustic it sounds fantastic ...
but the build-in pickup is a bit disappointing 🤔
Sorry I forgot about the soundhole. All three 12 string guitars have a 4” soundhole. Thanks for sharing your preference ❤️
and they all three wear the same strings?
@@rik_mr.aap866 no mac and Marr still has factory strings.(d’dadario) elixirs on Taylor and I think string joy on Takamine
@@guitarnotions
On my double-six I still have the factory Martin copperwire strings
On my classical guitar the D'Addario XTC45TT Dynacore Titanium
On my western SJ200 The D'Addario EJ 26 Phosphor Bronze
On my Spanish guitar the Savarez Tomatito Cuerdas Flamencas T50-R
The Takamine sounds throatier, louder and more balanced. The M&M has higher frequencies. I am surprised that the Taylor, with the maple back and sides was not as bright; maybe has something to do with the smaller body. They all sound good though.
Have you tried any guitars from the Godin/Seagull line? They are made in Canada with solid woods and engineering and are very affordable. They have different body styles like jumbos, parlors and dreadnaughts. I have a dreadnaught S6 that I bought for around $300 and it is great with a solid cedar top. If you haven’t taken one for a ride, you might like it.
I don’t think I have ever seen a 12 string seagull. I would imagine they are nice! I think Seagull makes a great guitar and they are still affordable 😀. I have played several of them always a good experience! ❤️
First, have to say, I have a Taylor Grand Symphony, made of Indian rosewood, and Sitka spruce… that I absolutely love..the highs, lows, and mid ranges all ring out… but the Taylor 12 string is my least favorite, just hearing what we heard… I believe I liked the sound of the second one the best, and the last one was a close second… just my opinion… have a great day!
Thanks for sharing. I have to say, though that the Taylor is a 12 fret guitar. it plays so easy it amazes me. in terms of all-around playability and tone I lean to the second one as well The, McKenzie and Marr. The Taylor is more comfortable. At this age you got to include comfort🤣 Thanks❤️
@@guitarnotions yes, playability… is that a word? 😂 is huge to me too… the Taylor is a beautiful guitar, I’m certainly not knocking it.. ✌🏼
@@gwag8410 🤣if it’s not a word we will claim it as one🤣 thanks for sharing your preferences ❤️
M&M during live and today too
Thanks❤️
If I was in the next room and being asked to judge without knowing what was being played, I'd say the M&M, Takamine, last was Taylor.
Great choices. Thanks for sharing 😀
Tak for My ear - Thanks
It definitely stands out❤️
Takeminie
Its definitely a canon in disguise😀 thanks!
Sounds like the Taylor is out of tune. For the price I'd take the takemine. I thought the M&M sounded better.
Thanks. Interesting thing about the Taylor. It stays in tune over days. I checked it and sure enough no change. I think I might have been bending the strings just a bit - you must have a perfect pitch ear❤️
MC Kenzie, Takamine, Taylor...sounds not very inspiring, lacking sparkle and depth.
I play a Guild 412 Maple,spruce with an arched Back, which I really love. Greetings from Berlin/ Genosuicidal Germanistan....
Hello, thanks do much for sharing your preferences.
Mam. And marr
Thsnks❤️
#1 - Takamine, #2 Mackenzie, #3 Taylor. My Seagull S-12 in between 1 and 2.
Thanks for sharing your preferences. That must be an awesome Seagull❤️
@@guitarnotions It is. I purchased it after my first heart attack in 2010. It was in the first production run. Seagull told me all about the guitar when I contacted them about it's origin.