There have been many guitar YT channel duos ever since Andertons made it popular, but you guys are my fave. The chemistry between you two is very special--similar to that of Josh and Clark of Stuff You Should Know podcast. It's rare that I would listen to a couple of guys talking just because I like their personalities and their chemistry, even if the topic of the moment isn't necessarily something of interest to me. And it's for that reason I have listened to every single Fretboard Confessional episode. If I have to distill it down to the factors that make the Cooper and Chris chemistry so special (and also that of Josh and Clark), here they are: 1. They aren't trying too hard to be funny or edgy for the camera. No off-putting meretricious behavior--just genuine vibes. 2. There's a certain level of wholesomeness that feels cozy. Gentlemen vibes. 3. Although they are gentlemen, there's a mischievous glint in their eyes that's reflected in their sense of humor. But it never goes over the line and becomes annoying or offensive. It's all in the spirit of fun and positivity. 4. They know their stuff. It's obvious they are passionate about the stuff they're talking about, and that is contagious. 5. When they get sidetracked with detours about whatever topic that pops up--be it their personal lives, stuff about the current zeitgeist, or random factoids and anecdotes, it is always entertaining. I can listen to these guys talk about any topic under the sun and it would be entertaining. 6. If I'm ever in their area, I would buy them beers and hang out. Maybe a guitar or two as well (me buying from them, for myself, that is. I ain't that rich.)
I bought one of these guitars and have played it nearly daily for the last couple of months (I have to share my time with a 314ce too). One thing I'll note about the baritone guitar is that upon first receiving the guitar is that the notes on the low B and E strings were a bit muddy. For example, if you play a G shape with the major 3rd (transposed down to baritone tuning), distinguishing between those two notes "G and B" was difficult. But if you played a "G5" shape, the chord tonality on the baritone sounded great. However, after about a month of playing, I noticed that the lower register started to "open up", where the muddiness between the low B and E strings significantly improved. At two months, the chordal sound has drastically improved in the lower register where chords utilizing the low B and E strings were more distinct, and the overall volume of strumming chords noticeably improved. I play with a bit of percussive rhythm, and the natural extra reverb that you get from the guitar body between the 314 and 316 shapes is noticeable. I also managed to chip my thumbnail with the baritone strings that I've never done on a normal taylor acoustic. The taylor baritone 316ce sounds fantastic, and if you're looking for investing in a baritone acoustic, I definitely recommend picking one up.
Hey guys, big fan of the show! If I were to get any Taylor, it would be a baritone, without a doubt! I think they are way underrated! I'm for sure getting one one day, and maybe when I do, I'll be old enough to get that 'stache for myself!
How awesome would it be to see the Alamo music center and Music villa teams together!! My two favorite guitar youtube channels Thanks for the great review as always
I’m relatively green regarding current guitar prices vs prices from, say, 10-20 years ago; however, I have owned flagship models made by most major drum and percussion manufacturers. The retail PURCHASE price of a high line 4 piece shell pack is roughly 400% higher than it was circa 2015. That’s a LOT. CLEARLY, the intent is to segregate CONSUMERS, ambassadors and, the 1%. Drums…mostly, at home, one can dampen them and create impactful sounds that suffice for performing contemporary popular music so, “affordable” drums that aren’t subjected to road rigors can be rewarding. BUT, an acoustic guitar? If it can’t be accurately TUNED and/or won’t hold its tuning then, it will always be a CLASS divider. Such a shame upon culture that makes warfare out of beauty.
There have been many guitar YT channel duos ever since Andertons made it popular, but you guys are my fave. The chemistry between you two is very special--similar to that of Josh and Clark of Stuff You Should Know podcast. It's rare that I would listen to a couple of guys talking just because I like their personalities and their chemistry, even if the topic of the moment isn't necessarily something of interest to me. And it's for that reason I have listened to every single Fretboard Confessional episode.
If I have to distill it down to the factors that make the Cooper and Chris chemistry so special (and also that of Josh and Clark), here they are:
1. They aren't trying too hard to be funny or edgy for the camera. No off-putting meretricious behavior--just genuine vibes.
2. There's a certain level of wholesomeness that feels cozy. Gentlemen vibes.
3. Although they are gentlemen, there's a mischievous glint in their eyes that's reflected in their sense of humor. But it never goes over the line and becomes annoying or offensive. It's all in the spirit of fun and positivity.
4. They know their stuff. It's obvious they are passionate about the stuff they're talking about, and that is contagious.
5. When they get sidetracked with detours about whatever topic that pops up--be it their personal lives, stuff about the current zeitgeist, or random factoids and anecdotes, it is always entertaining. I can listen to these guys talk about any topic under the sun and it would be entertaining.
6. If I'm ever in their area, I would buy them beers and hang out. Maybe a guitar or two as well (me buying from them, for myself, that is. I ain't that rich.)
I bought one of these guitars and have played it nearly daily for the last couple of months (I have to share my time with a 314ce too). One thing I'll note about the baritone guitar is that upon first receiving the guitar is that the notes on the low B and E strings were a bit muddy. For example, if you play a G shape with the major 3rd (transposed down to baritone tuning), distinguishing between those two notes "G and B" was difficult. But if you played a "G5" shape, the chord tonality on the baritone sounded great.
However, after about a month of playing, I noticed that the lower register started to "open up", where the muddiness between the low B and E strings significantly improved. At two months, the chordal sound has drastically improved in the lower register where chords utilizing the low B and E strings were more distinct, and the overall volume of strumming chords noticeably improved.
I play with a bit of percussive rhythm, and the natural extra reverb that you get from the guitar body between the 314 and 316 shapes is noticeable. I also managed to chip my thumbnail with the baritone strings that I've never done on a normal taylor acoustic.
The taylor baritone 316ce sounds fantastic, and if you're looking for investing in a baritone acoustic, I definitely recommend picking one up.
Great playing. Wonderful demo. Thank you.
Hey guys, big fan of the show! If I were to get any Taylor, it would be a baritone, without a doubt! I think they are way underrated! I'm for sure getting one one day, and maybe when I do, I'll be old enough to get that 'stache for myself!
What great playing!
I have the 326 baritone limited in hog/Blackwood. It sounds great and was less than 2K. This guitar does sound better than mine!
Mind blown great guitar and awesome demo wow
How awesome would it be to see the Alamo music center and Music villa teams together!! My two favorite guitar youtube channels
Thanks for the great review as always
Cool creakfest. Love these reviews.
Love it. But guitars are just too expensive these days. Miss the days of affordable axes.
Plenty of affordable axes. They just don’t have that “name brand” on them.
We are literally on a golden era of affordable great instruments
I’m relatively green regarding current guitar prices vs prices from, say, 10-20 years ago; however, I have owned flagship models made by most major drum and percussion manufacturers. The retail PURCHASE price of a high line 4 piece shell pack is roughly 400% higher than it was circa 2015. That’s a LOT. CLEARLY, the intent is to segregate CONSUMERS, ambassadors and, the 1%. Drums…mostly, at home, one can dampen them and create impactful sounds that suffice for performing contemporary popular music so, “affordable” drums that aren’t subjected to road rigors can be rewarding. BUT, an acoustic guitar? If it can’t be accurately TUNED and/or won’t hold its tuning then, it will always be a CLASS divider. Such a shame upon culture that makes warfare out of beauty.
Probably way out of my price range but it looks and sounds really nice
I noticed the nut is white. Does this guitar have x bracing?
The baritone guitars do still use X bracing.
Wish it came without the electrics.
Semper Fi
Pronounce it Tamber, not Timber