I’ve been getting a ton of emails and messages telling me to watch this. Thank you for the mention, Ben. Looking very well too, mate! As always, happy playing! Cheers, David.
Lurrvely tone! The player port also makes it a hell of a lot easier to get your plectrum out if you drop it in there. ... I reckon that’s the real reason Gibson put ‘em in.😏
I was thinking about replacing my fg830 and went to the store with the thought of spending a grand on something. I was not impressed and actually disappointed for the 1000 range offerings and just wanted to go home and play my fg. Will need to check these out.
You guys truly do the very best demos/reviews... appreciate having you to turn to when contemplating a new guitar... just purchased a lefty G-00... in-transit.. can't wait..
Great guitars if they didn’t have the player port, but then they wouldn’t really be much different to the first G range which was quite a bit cheaper. Shame Gibson had to discontinue the original Gs and the J15 because of margin
Grab a wine or coffee. Such a nice change and a delight to listen to and watch. No pedals amps or screaming distortion . Ben is one of my favourite presenters
Great guitars..they sound great. The simple construction saves a wad of cash for the buyer but sacrifices little if anything to the tone. Ben's looking good these days, most people have been packing it on during COVID but he's been losing the stones like a boss!
Each individual guitar regardless of model should sound a bit different if these really are handmade with solid pieces. One of one model may sound uncharacteristic of what is expected. I very much recommend not buying one unless you’ve heard it. And considering how wide the playability is with acoustics, I’d recommend you it as well.
Acoustic guitars are such an enigma. Go to a handful of guitar shops and play only $3,000 gibsons. Then go back around to all of them and play every used acoustic. 90% of the time you can find a different brand that plays and sounds just like a gibson for under $200. Even if you dont find one, you can really get a better undrstanding of the variety and many differences for such simple guitars. The best acoustic ive played as far as sound and playability is an Ibanez from the 90's. Even compared to Gibsons. Spectacular.
I just picked a g writer on a trade. Its a nice guitar. My Taylor 210 is a hunk of crap. Neck twisted, wood split, way to bright. I know it's a plain Jane but i love this thing. Sounds really good and i guess only time will tell. I paid around $450 for it in trade value so i'm not out a lot of money if she goes south.. Reply Reply
I had a Fender F90 (?) from the 70's with a sound port in the top. Someone had bashed it in, in a fit of anger on account that he couldn't play the guitar (he thought it would be easy). I got it really cheap. The sound didn't suffer from the hole in the side (top)
LEE, is $600 a good price for a 2012 cabronita tele, Mexican made, near mint condition? I’m going to look at one tomorrow….NEED FEEDBACK ASAP…. thanks a ton
don't get me wrong, these sound great! But I personally don't see why i would spend over 3x what I paid for my electro acoustic from Simon and Patrick. It's a solid spruce top with cutaway built in 1998 and bang for the buck still the best guitar I've played flat out.
I do not like the rectangular fret markers, leave them off and save a few more $/£! A pretty marker at twelfth fret and small dots on the side of neck are all that is needed. Otherwise, I am jealous of these nice guitars.
It is interesting to note that the original G45 from a couple years ago was what started the Generation Series guitars. This second generation G45 has more innovation but does not automatically come with the Fishman on board electronics like the original did.
Plus it was cheaper (the studio version), it came with a beautiful hardcase, it looked better imo, it didn't have the weird hole...., so I'm glad I bought the G-45 Studio when they came out (for +/- £800). I wouldn't be surprised to see them going up in value on the 2nd hand market.
@@mariodriessen9740 I 100% agree with you. I got my G45 Studio from the first run and absolutely love it. Those first runs are already selling over their original asking price on the used market here in the States and I'm betting we will see that value go up.
I think the so-called Player Port mic placement would ideally be in the middle between the edge of the port and line-of-sight to the strings. This gives the closest approximation of what the player hears with regard to harmonics coming off the strings plus the direct sound from the port. Interesting guitars. I'd like to try a G-45 to compare with my 2001 Martin Road Series DR.
For solid top back and sides and Gibson the prices are what would expect. Hardly 'super affordable' the songwriter is 1500, let's face it you could three superb quality solid top electro acoustic guitars for that money.
@@joshoptical Go Japanese, you won't regret it. I'd put my Hamamatsu Japan Yamaha against any Gibson or Martin. Gibsons generation series looks like it'll sound like stale bread. I own a second G 45 by the way. These third generations sound like garbage.
Not a fan so far. Maybe they would sound better w Retro strings. I have a D'angelico Excel Bowery CE with Retro strings and acoustically sounds better. I will say that G-writer sounds great plugged in.
Not too bad. My Taylor 314ce looks almost identical to that Songwriter and was $2000 new. That should be a good value if they sound and play as good. Can’t tell about sound on a TH-cam video. Or playability. Need to get my hands on one
Went to the local store specifically to try the G-00. I was sadly unimpressed. To my ear, it wasn't enough of a difference, and the whole thing felt cheap-particularly the plastic lip on the sound port.
Awwwwww ! the Gibson still have a historic image, and with huge wood stocks they're able to build good instruments light finish gives so full oxygene that sounds very good, and it smells so good !!
Awesome guitars. Keep watching the Gibson Generation and Alvarez Masterworks videos one after the other… Need. Want. Can’t decide which!? I can feel an AndertonsMadeMeDoIt moment coming in the near future 😰
Again, no Concert size (G-00 in this case) with a cutaway. I would also have to add electronics. Gibson says 'Utile' on the fretboard? Not a fan of larger bodied guitars. I was raised on electrics
If you are looking for a dreadnought or a strummer, stay away from slim body guitar. I had a Gibson G-45 standard, not enough bass and to much treble (walnut body). I replaced it with an Eastman AC222-CE (ovangkol body), all solid, grand auditorium style at half the price. The Eastman is louder, as more bass and is perfectly balance. I also had a Martin DRS2 (now D-10). I still prefer the Eastman. Maybe one day I will buy a Gibson J-45, the real thing.
With all the technology involved with Kempers and modeling, why does acoustic DI out still sound so farty and terrible? It doesn't matter how expensive the guitar is the DI out always sounds terrible.
I need a Player Port like another hole in my head. But those fret markers on the cutaways here have a very cool art deco vibe I really like. I sure hope the Chinese Yamahas copy it soon so I can buy it on something worth my money.
Finally, someone has released a guitar with a pick recovery option!
Michael Kelly too.....
You stole my comment!
😂😂😂
That’s awesome, man.
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I’ve been getting a ton of emails and messages telling me to watch this. Thank you for the mention, Ben. Looking very well too, mate! As always, happy playing! Cheers, David.
Anderton's is truly some sort of rejuvenation place for presenters, I swear. First Rabea, then Ben. I barely recognized him!
But.. where did Matt and sounds like go? Quietly left?.. 😒
@@adamfraser4509 Matt left Chapman Guitars so perhaps thats the reason
Ben's a new man - beard trim, haircut, and looks like he's been on a diet too.
Now he's famous he can afford all the modern beard products......
Getting the memo your gunna be on camera alot, definitely is a good motivator.
Or they’re just starving the blokes.
I really like the way Ben plays ! Could you make a video about his musical influences ? Even if it's included in your casual presentations of guitars
I think they did a Captain Meets
@@davedavem It seems they did a "Captain Meets Josh Smith". Now I want one with Ben !
@@erwanthuilleaux1172 haha! I must be remembering the first few Acoustic Paradiso videos Ben did, then.
For acoustic, there's a lot of Jerry Reed, Jerry Garcia, John Martyn and John Renbourn in there, and the rev Gary Davis..
Wow, Ben is one helluva player! Loved all the examples he played throughout this video.
They should call the player port the "pick rescue hole"... I think it would win over a lot of guitarists.
Yes!!!
That intro was excellent, Ben is a fantastic player, great to see him on this video!
So this is why they pulled the old G-45 off of the market! Honestly, these are much improved from the old ones. I'm glad they extended to other shapes
My Breedlove has the player port sound hole. It's a twelve string and really lets you hear the guitar.
just drop by to listen and enjoying acoustic sound from Mr. Ben!
Lurrvely tone! The player port also makes it a hell of a lot easier to get your plectrum out if you drop it in there.
... I reckon that’s the real reason Gibson put ‘em in.😏
I was thinking about replacing my fg830 and went to the store with the thought of spending a grand on something. I was not impressed and actually disappointed for the 1000 range offerings and just wanted to go home and play my fg. Will need to check these out.
You guys truly do the very best demos/reviews... appreciate having you to turn to when contemplating a new guitar... just purchased a lefty G-00... in-transit.. can't wait..
I have a Taylor as sort of my main acoustic. I think it sounds really good but these are just killer
Great video guys and love the guitars but please do tell what is the chair Lee is sat on and do you sell them? :)
I wish you would have done an A/B comparison between non- player port models and these.
Great guitars if they didn’t have the player port, but then they wouldn’t really be much different to the first G range which was quite a bit cheaper. Shame Gibson had to discontinue the original Gs and the J15 because of margin
Grab a wine or coffee. Such a nice change and a delight to listen to and watch. No pedals amps or screaming distortion . Ben is one of my favourite presenters
Great guitars..they sound great. The simple construction saves a wad of cash for the buyer but sacrifices little if anything to the tone. Ben's looking good these days, most people have been packing it on during COVID but he's been losing the stones like a boss!
wow ben looks great, almost didn't recognize him with the weight loss, good on you brotha
Just saw the one with him and the Martin guitars. I had to come back and make sure it was the same Ben…. Good for him.
Can you please make a comparison video between the variants?
Would love to get some idea of the tonal difference between L-00 and G-00 :)
The L-00 sounds $1700 better
Each individual guitar regardless of model should sound a bit different if these really are handmade with solid pieces. One of one model may sound uncharacteristic of what is expected. I very much recommend not buying one unless you’ve heard it. And considering how wide the playability is with acoustics, I’d recommend you it as well.
Looks like Gibson are also removing cases as standard for their studio line and will be utilizing the gig bags that come with the Generation line.
Great review. Would be great to see some side by side revires on the originals vs new of each, that would great. Thanks so much.
Amazing how much range is lost when you switch to the pickups.
The pickups both sounded buzzy to me.
That was amazing!
The Song Writer model with electric… yes, so very yes.
11:47, Lee adds "tone flesh" to the sound of the guitar....
"Tone is in the palms"
So glad I picked up the earlier version of the G45 Studio with the hard case. This is not even in that league IMHO.
Looking (and sounding) good Ben - the drop D tunes .. wow
Is there a "plug" available for the player port?
Gibson gets a lot of Dugan for their prices, but they are the only American guitar manufacturers making instruments for around $1,000.
Didn’t really hear much difference with the sound port covered and uncovered.
Acoustic guitars are such an enigma. Go to a handful of guitar shops and play only $3,000 gibsons. Then go back around to all of them and play every used acoustic. 90% of the time you can find a different brand that plays and sounds just like a gibson for under $200. Even if you dont find one, you can really get a better undrstanding of the variety and many differences for such simple guitars. The best acoustic ive played as far as sound and playability is an Ibanez from the 90's. Even compared to Gibsons. Spectacular.
I just picked a g writer on a trade. Its a nice guitar. My Taylor 210 is a hunk of crap. Neck twisted, wood split, way to bright. I know it's a plain Jane but i love this thing. Sounds really good and i guess only time will tell. I paid around $450 for it in trade value so i'm not out a lot of money if she goes south..
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I had a Fender F90 (?) from the 70's with a sound port in the top. Someone had bashed it in, in a fit of anger on account that he couldn't play the guitar (he thought it would be easy). I got it really cheap. The sound didn't suffer from the hole in the side (top)
LEE, is $600 a good price for a 2012 cabronita tele, Mexican made, near mint condition? I’m going to look at one tomorrow….NEED FEEDBACK ASAP…. thanks a ton
Id be interested to hear, the difference in the front facing sound hole when the player port is covered.
As ever great show guys and Ben you are a sublime guitarist probably one of my favourite guitarist of all time . Amazing truly
don't get me wrong, these sound great! But I personally don't see why i would spend over 3x what I paid for my electro acoustic from Simon and Patrick. It's a solid spruce top with cutaway built in 1998 and bang for the buck still the best guitar I've played flat out.
I have a Simon & Patrick single cutaway with a built-in Fishman pickup and therefore I can second this.
I do not like the rectangular fret markers, leave them off and save a few more $/£! A pretty marker at twelfth fret and small dots on the side of neck are all that is needed. Otherwise, I am jealous of these nice guitars.
Oh….I don’t think the hand over the top hole is subtle at all.. very cool! Saucy guitars!
Just bought a Taylor American dream. These look nice too!
PLEASE give this man a Telecaster with a clean sound and a little slapback echo!
Check out his instagram! Not exactly that, but I think you'll enjoy it!
It is interesting to note that the original G45 from a couple years ago was what started the Generation Series guitars. This second generation G45 has more innovation but does not automatically come with the Fishman on board electronics like the original did.
Plus it was cheaper (the studio version), it came with a beautiful hardcase, it looked better imo, it didn't have the weird hole...., so I'm glad I bought the G-45 Studio when they came out (for +/- £800). I wouldn't be surprised to see them going up in value on the 2nd hand market.
@@mariodriessen9740 I 100% agree with you. I got my G45 Studio from the first run and absolutely love it. Those first runs are already selling over their original asking price on the used market here in the States and I'm betting we will see that value go up.
Not just because I'm Scottish I like the cheap one "blues machine " , top pickin Ben. Respect and stay healthy all.
Your name isn't Andy by any chance is it? I have a Scottish guitarist friend that goes by the nickname Dunderhead...
@@maxscardanelli6185 no bud sorry
@@limpindug No worries man. I didn't think that it was likely. But the internet has funny ways of bringing people together...
I like your percentage and the demo. Cool
I mean, I love your presentation and the demo. Pardon my english 😁
That intro was fantastic
Going to try a G-00 tonight. I'm not sold on the tone from this video though.
Do these _actually_ have ebony boards and bridges? The earlier models were richlite.
Gibson stopped using rich lite a couple years ago
I think the so-called Player Port mic placement would ideally be in the middle between the edge of the port and line-of-sight to the strings. This gives the closest approximation of what the player hears with regard to harmonics coming off the strings plus the direct sound from the port. Interesting guitars. I'd like to try a G-45 to compare with my 2001 Martin Road Series DR.
First time in years considering buying a Gibson guitar. Nice review.
When in 2022 for the lefties? Any clue?
Really wish they'd add a G series LG-2. I would love a small portable gibson, but just don't like the 00 shape.
Once again, I came to Anderton's for a review and stayed for the music. Awesome.
It’s about time!! Why the jumbo last!!?!?? You’ve tortured me for 16 minutes leading up to it Mr Anderton.
Simon Pegg isn't just a great actor, he is also a great guitarist. ;)
Hi Lee and Ben. Thanks for the entertainment!
Thanks for watching! ❤️
The little 5:35 song was amazing, what a player.. Great sounding guitars
Hmmm. I like that the G series is expanding but these do look a tad generic. Good affordable option though
That parlor one is a proper bit of kit
You can hear more of the bass on the player port.
Couldn’t hear any difference between the hole with Lee’s hand on it and off! Maybe a phone isn’t the best listening tool!
Nobody:
Absolutely no one:
Gibson: There you go. A hole in the side of you guitar. Voila!
Wonderful playing Ben
Ben's playing is great 🔥
?? Ben, how would these compare to Martin road series?
Came for the guitar playing, stayed for the facial expressions
For solid top back and sides and Gibson the prices are what would expect. Hardly 'super affordable' the songwriter is 1500, let's face it you could three superb quality solid top electro acoustic guitars for that money.
Superb is more around 2k imo
Or get a Japanese Yamaha.
I’m sorry what? These prices are insane for the brand, and there’s no comparing three imports no matter the quality to one Montana made Gibson.
@@joshoptical Go Japanese, you won't regret it. I'd put my Hamamatsu Japan Yamaha against any Gibson or Martin. Gibsons generation series looks like it'll sound like stale bread. I own a second G 45 by the way. These third generations sound like garbage.
@@maykolllopez1585 and I bet you can't play either because if you could you wouldn't be saying stupid shit.
Not a fan so far. Maybe they would sound better w Retro strings. I have a D'angelico Excel Bowery CE with Retro strings and acoustically sounds better. I will say that G-writer sounds great plugged in.
ok the 200 sounds good
Not too bad. My Taylor 314ce looks almost identical to that Songwriter and was $2000 new. That should be a good value if they sound and play as good. Can’t tell about sound on a TH-cam video. Or playability. Need to get my hands on one
Beautiful jam at the end thanks Guys
I got a sore neck just watching that guy play…. 🤘🤘
Went to the local store specifically to try the G-00. I was sadly unimpressed. To my ear, it wasn't enough of a difference, and the whole thing felt cheap-particularly the plastic lip on the sound port.
That's Ben? OMG!! He looks brilliant!! Good for him
'Old Man' by Neil Young for the play-out jam? x
Awwwwww !
the Gibson still have a historic image, and with huge wood stocks they're able to build good instruments
light finish gives so full oxygene that sounds very good,
and it smells so good !!
that g200 sounds wonderful
Those 00s are going to sell out everywhere. Quickly.
Awesome review. Thank you
2:11 Gibson website says 'Richlite', not ebony board.
Not sure what region you’re in and if it differs at all, but the US Gibson website says ‘striped ebony’.
Awesome guitars. Keep watching the Gibson Generation and Alvarez Masterworks videos one after the other… Need. Want. Can’t decide which!? I can feel an AndertonsMadeMeDoIt moment coming in the near future 😰
Again, no Concert size (G-00 in this case) with a cutaway. I would also have to add electronics. Gibson says 'Utile' on the fretboard? Not a fan of larger bodied guitars. I was raised on electrics
Can you tell Gibson I want a sub 1k acoustic without a player port thanks
I love all the trashing of these. I think the G45 is great, and the parlor is sweet. I think these are a nice option.
These sound amazing!!
If you are looking for a dreadnought or a strummer, stay away from slim body guitar. I had a Gibson G-45 standard, not enough bass and to much treble (walnut body). I replaced it with an Eastman AC222-CE (ovangkol body), all solid, grand auditorium style at half the price. The Eastman is louder, as more bass and is perfectly balance. I also had a Martin DRS2 (now D-10). I still prefer the Eastman. Maybe one day I will buy a Gibson J-45, the real thing.
With all the technology involved with Kempers and modeling, why does acoustic DI out still sound so farty and terrible? It doesn't matter how expensive the guitar is the DI out always sounds terrible.
dude, is fairly easy, just add an acoustic IR and it'll sound amazing
Outro Jam: Neil & Stephen back together again.
The G200 amped sounds very much like an Ovation Balladeer from the 70's (Glen Campbell-ish) - and that's a good thing :)
Is it? I love Glen, but I hated that sound.
Did I open this video bc I wanted to hear and acoustic jam
Well ... Did you mean " " "super" " " affordable.. Am I right or am I right? FELLAS!
Thank you for this great video!
I would love to give these a whirl
I'd like to see you do an acoustic amp shootout!
Outro jam was soooooooo good
Thank goodness.
Beautiful outro jam guys!
I need a Player Port like another hole in my head. But those fret markers on the cutaways here have a very cool art deco vibe I really like. I sure hope the Chinese Yamahas copy it soon so I can buy it on something worth my money.
Are the swiss-cheese holes the new acoustic pendant to the robotuners?
thanks for the great content
is that the same person that does your acoustic guitar videos?? he looks like a different person??
Mic sound was beautiful on the 45 but the internal electronics sounded awful and turned me off to that guitar.