It is so nice to find such a beautiful store with a great selection of instruments. I had so much fun sharing your collection of guitars. The experience of the friendly welcome and let’s not forget Ringo was a breath of fresh air and appreciated ❤️
All of the owners and employees you have met on your travels are so nice and friendly! Thanks for another good one! And let’s hear it for your camerawoman!
Thank you for showing some nylon-stringed guitars too ... most appreciated ... I felt the need to call for that because there are quite a lot subscribers on your channel that only play acoustic classical or Spanish guitars ... ❤
I'm just starting to watch this one and am looking forward to hearing the nylon string guitar. 😊 Of course all of the instruments have sounded great. The GSMini was really nice, had a lovely warm sound for a steel string.
Love the Yamaha LL16 So much, I bought two. LL16D and LL16/12. both beautiful guitars. Im a Yamaha tragic, with four at the moment. I play my FG 820 almost every day. I want an FS850 With solid mahogany top, to complete my collection. Thanks for another great installment.
@@guitarnotions they are just beautiful guitars at an amazing price. And the five ply neck is very nice in regards to feel in its shape and finish. I love em. My 12 string LL16 was in its case for four months while I was away caravaning, and when I pulled it out, it was still in tune, and it has such a sweet action. I AM biased though...🤣🤣
Enjoy each phase of your learning. It’s a journey and as you learn it’s like panning for gold - you will find those nuggets that make the work well worth your effort ❤️
Even the most experienced still have to learn and practice ... and sometimes we even get a bit better at it ... and sometimes we don't ... But always keep the enjoyment high ... everytime you take your guitar ... if it is for ten minutes ... or for an hour ...
It’s a beautiful instrument. For me, The 50th anniversary model stands out from the older models. I have played both and was more impressed with the sound and playability of this latest edition. Maybe it’s the solid torrefied Sitka spruce top and layered Indian rosewood back and sides❤️
I just bought an Alvarez Masterworks MD-60EBG and that thing is a beast…sounds so good, designed as a bluegrass guitar and many folks say it rivals Martin and Taylor in pure tonality and playability…I got mine used for $600 which is stunning…Alvarez is doing amazing things these days…
I commented on your last video, and it disappeared, I’m not sure why, but anyway, I certainly enjoyed your road trip… it was a pleasure having y’all here in our part of the country.. safe travels 💙✌🏽
I wonder why it disappeared?? This happen once before too with someone else. You never know… at this age I am always left wondering 🤣. So glad you came back and listening in❤️
@@gwag8410 The algorithm gets it wrong sometimes, I once commented that a song was a ki**er and it vanished instantly. I also got a warning that if I break their community guidelines again I would lose my youtube account.
@@michaeldonaghey yes, figured it was something along those lines, although, I can’t remember anything I said that could have been misconstrued… that’s likely what it was…👍
The Alvarez with the Sitka top and Indian Rosewood back and sides is a new line that they just developed called the Laureate series. They are using only AAAA Sitka for the tops and high grade Indian Rosewood for the back and sides, all solid wood. They kept the details simple so that they could go with the better woods and keep the price affordable. Excellent value guitars.
Tx Cindy - all very nice guitars for sure. Prices not bat either. did you ever do a vid on how you setup your guitars? They always sound nice and I have the tools but if you set up your own guitars would you consider a video on how you do that? Tx for taking us along!
First off, I’m trying to understand the sound hole being in the cutaway on that Taylor. I noticed that same sound hole cutaway thing on another Taylor in one of your other videos the other day. How does the sound project up to the player when it’s on the bottom and still positioned outward to the audience?! What am I missing about that?! 😂🤷🏼♀️ Way to find another shop I haven’t heard about. Looks like a great spot. You saw a wide variety of guitars. Looks like they are very involved in providing a good experience at the shop while knowing when to step away and let you try the guitars without hovering around. What more can you ask for?
Loved this store, great people and very nice guitars. They cater to all types of musicians and would be a fantastic addition to any community. On the Taylor sound port - Taylor says the soundport cutaway offers all the accessibility and comfort of a traditional cutaway while helping the guitar produce a more immersive, high-fidelity sound. From my experience Playing - the guitar sounds awesome. Is it the soundport? I think it’s a combination of the design. I think that guitar mic’ed up by that soundport would sound great. Also if you are not a fan of a personal sound hole in your face this would be a nice option. You have to try it to know ❤️
I really love what you're doing. And you play wonderfully. I subbed. Letting us get up close with these amazing instruments. I do think you could use a step up/cheap mic (Shure has a $99 iPhone mic that's great) to block out air conditioners and fans etc. and focus in. With that the comparisons would be much more true/neutral. Also, these vids may be around a lot longer if so. Anyway, just thought id chime in. Much Love.
I bought an Audigo mic to take on this trip. It linked Bluetooth to the iPhone and comes with a app. Unfortunately it was delivered 1 day too late. At home I use a Shure mic to a Bose but still recording on an iPhone. That seems to work ok but I am watching for options as I learn😀❤️
@@guitarnotions I underdstand, just thought id give some feedback since it's all about the tone with these amazing instruments. Here's a demo of that Shure iPhone mic if you're interested, if not all good, Have fun out there!!!!: th-cam.com/video/JomGTT5GpWo/w-d-xo.html
Alvarez Folk 70 Was the best sounding guitar you played… I have had top of the line Of all the brands in the ($2,500-$4,500) range And they all sounded great But I honestly believe that in today’s world those (Yamaha red letter ?) ones made in Japan and those Alvarez made in Japan folk style are a joy to play and easy to hold ($1,500-$1,800) is amazing with the (same) tone woods) used on those ($2,500-$5,000) Martins, Taylor’s, Gibson, Larrivee etc is the was to go.. And I’ve played both Japan made Alvarez and Yamaha vs the china made ones.. There no difference cause they use basically the same Tone woods as the Japan ones and the china made guitars are about $300 avg Cheaper… Blessings Greg
Greg you are right about that particular Alvarez it is built so well. The top wood is gorgeous- the grain is tight and flawless. It puts out the sound. I am sure it will sell fast! ❤️
Love what all your videos I’m 62 years old and have issues with arthritis and I’ve been doing a lot of home work for my (couch) relaxing nest guitar.. It much be a 12 fret short scale guitar and probably 00 body style Not to many in the ($1,500-$2,000) range Blessings Greg
@@Greg-fi3op One suggestion for you is a guitar I own and adore. The Martin 000-15SM. American made, mahogany, 12 fret, and currently retailing at $1999, though there are deals on Reverb. Very vintage sound, conjures up images of Woody Guthrie. Wonderful, easy to fret Modern Oval neck. Holds tune for weeks at a time.
Nice to see Guild getting a mention, it seems they are not given the recognition they deserve in USA. In the UK they are regarded as being up there with Martins and Taylors and priced accordingly.
i.m.h.o. the pick-up systems are often a bit poor on Guild guitars ... Acoustic they are absolutely great ... but amplified lot less ... (on Fender it is just the opposite)
I love Eastmans. Everyone from lowest price to the higher end models play and sound amazing. My dream is to get the E10SS as I love slope shoulders and the AC522CE. Such amazing guitars.
The LL16 is the best acoustic guitar in the world for the money. I play one and about to buy another one for a back up. Prewar Martins, Prewar Gibsons, I've had and still have all the greats. These Yamaha's are baffling good.
I am definitely impressed ❤️ wonder if you e er hear of Mackenzie and Marr. They are located in Canada but ship in USA. Amazing instruments at great prices😀
Really enjoying this trip youre on :). I feel shy asking but how do you know what to play every time you pick up a guitar. I see so many TH-cam guitar players just playing really cool things but I know theyre not just playing actual songs. Whenever I go to a certain center of guitar stores, my mind goes blank
Nice demo variety. That Guild is a steal, but too big for me at this stage of life. Eastman is partnering with Bourgeois ( separate line) and the benefits of his expertise is being absorbed by them in their own models. They are baking more tops and using more Adirondack spruce tops.
Nylon strings sound great. Suprising they are not more popular outside of Spain and South America especially as many brands do the smaller neck versions
Wow, you got your hands on one quick! You played the lowest of the LL line there, but the 16s are fantastic. I have two LL's from the early 80's (1981 made in Taiwan, and 1983 made in Japan), I have some sound samples on my channel if you wanted to check them out...Yamaha LL's are among the top for me. Thanks for posting....love the vids! Watching from Newfoundland, Canada.
GS min scale size is 23.5. You're making it sound really good. I have the Taylor academy 12 e steel string which is a concert size. Its really comfortable and sounds just like their more expensive models. But the nylon...meh. I'm not crazy about nylons. Its probably supposed to be a crossover.
Yamaha is one guitar company that owns factories in China , so they make their own guitars n have QT over them unlike other companies that contracts factories to make their guitars n lord knows how many times the go to the factories to inspect the manufacture of the guitars. This I was told by luthiers in the big box shops about Quality control.🎸🎸🎸☮️❤️
I think you have to try it. It does make a difference. But I still think there should be a way to cover them (mute it) for when you prefer not to hear it.
@@capbubba Love my S6, its perfect really. I think nothing that costs multiples of its price is really much better and in some cases not as good! I know each one can vary so dont know if others of the model are as good but I am very satisfied with it
You didn't make a comment about the Taylor Student 12E Nylon guitar. It sounded beautiful when you played it. What did you think of it? Do you recommend it
I liked the neck a lot. It did not feel like the old bulky necks. It was easy to transition to. For a classic it hand nice clean sustain. I liked it very much.
I own a vintage Takamine 12 string it is a canon! I also have an old vintage nylon Takamine. Both are great instruments. I will see if any come up in these store visits. Great guitars ❤️
I have been very good and have not purchased another guitar this trip 😀 but if I were to choose it would be the Furch Baritone and the Atkins 12 fret and the Iris small body Iris (at Acoustic Music Salt Lake)
I was thinking that a guitar with a personal sound hole, like the Eastman, would suffer more bleed into a vocal mic when recording. It seems logical anyway.
@guitarnotions yes that's for sure. It's a value guitar. Bang for the buck. Lotta people I know are skeptical but from looking at the build quality, it looks great. 👌I'm not sure if Dana voices all the guitars for Eastman but he does the E10 and 20 D models.
@@guitarnotions Yes, guitars have stories to tell... Well, WW3 is going on; they are trying hard to escalate. It´s about ressources and especially the Petrodollar, which enables the ongoing print of money... Thank you for letting those beautiful guitars speak out (I love the black Atkins in your other video; strangely maple seems to be my songwriter choice).
I thought it sounded great. I think it helps hear what you are playing especially when playing with others. Just a thought, it would be nice if there was a way to Cover the sound port for times you may not want to hear it. Thanks❤️
I wonder why today there are f.i. minis, juniors and female versions of guitars ... What is the difference with the ¾ or the ⅞ I think there are nowadays more custom made models then the 'oldfashion' standard measures?
They are fitting the preference of a diverse population- I think guitars are no longer “one size fits all”. I love the variety it sure makes it more interesting ❤️
@@guitarnotionsand to be honest ... a 'travel-guitar' is more appealing for everyone than a ¾ ... that was 'only' supposed to be for young players ...
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We sure loved meeting you all today! Thanks for sharing some of our fine instruments with the youtubers out there! We are grateful! :)
It is so nice to find such a beautiful store with a great selection of instruments. I had so much fun sharing your collection of guitars. The experience of the friendly welcome and let’s not forget Ringo was a breath of fresh air and appreciated ❤️
Totally enjoying these travel videos. This is restoring my confidence in guitar stores.
I am convinced we could all do better calling these private stores for purchases. It strengthened the communities in many ways!! ❤️
All of the owners and employees you have met on your travels are so nice and friendly! Thanks for another good one! And let’s hear it for your camerawoman!
Camera women says thank you ❤️
Barnett music was awesome they were really friendly.Thank you for sharing and I hope Y'all enjoy your travels.
They were so nice there. I loved the dog (Ringo). Makes me miss my dogs! 😀. Guitar stores are nice but people make the experience even better!
Wow I love ❤the GS Mini ! I have my eye on that one.
So fun to watch your videos playing all these guitars!!!
I have been having a blast sharing the experience, thank you so much for listening in❤️
A new day a new guitar store,life’s good 😎
For sure. But I am headed home. Won’t be long you will join me with a cup of coffee in my little guitar room again😄. Thanks❤️.
Thank you for showing some nylon-stringed guitars too ... most appreciated ...
I felt the need to call for that because there are quite a lot subscribers on your channel
that only play acoustic classical or Spanish guitars ... ❤
Thanks I will watch for others in the future ❤️
I'm just starting to watch this one and am looking forward to hearing the nylon string guitar. 😊 Of course all of the instruments have sounded great. The GSMini was really nice, had a lovely warm sound for a steel string.
@@LLewis-vu9qf thanks so much for listening in❤️
Really nice video. I love hearing all those guitars.
Thank you very much❤️
That all Koa Taylor is a sweet guitar too. Liked it a lot.
It is beautiful. The models definitely do not disappoint!! I think I fell in love with the first one I played at Palen Guitars in Springfield ❤️
@@guitarnotions I still think that Furch baritone was made to be owned by you. And you would really do it justice. Just sayin....😉
@@Wobbz9413 thanks. It’s definitely on my list. ❤️
@@Wobbz9413I think she will eventually go back to get that one ... (🤐zip!)
Thanks for these great “on tour” videos! I’m going to make a trip to Barnetts!
Have fun! It will be worth the trip! I had a very comfortable and fun experience there!!
Love the Yamaha LL16 So much, I bought two. LL16D and LL16/12. both beautiful guitars. Im a Yamaha tragic, with four at the moment. I play my FG 820 almost every day. I want an FS850 With solid mahogany top, to complete my collection. Thanks for another great installment.
First decent guitar I brought was a Yamaha FG-08 , left a lot of finger prints on the fretboard before giving it to a friend to learn on. 👍
I was floored by the cost too. Wow. After the action was adjusted it played itself 🤣. Thanks❤️
@@guitarnotions they are just beautiful guitars at an amazing price. And the five ply neck is very nice in regards to feel in its shape and finish. I love em. My 12 string LL16 was in its case for four months while I was away caravaning, and when I pulled it out, it was still in tune, and it has such a sweet action. I AM biased though...🤣🤣
@@Wobbz9413 definitely a great instrument ❤️
I appreciate you demonstrating all these fine guitars,,,,of course you make them all sound good.
Thanks a bunch! And thanks for supporting my channel. I really appreciate it❤️
Another absolutely wonderful shoppe! Love hearing thees guitars! It can only be so much better being there I imagine 😊
It was a pleasure being at Barnett’s! They are definitely an asset to their community ❤️
WOW!! Great guitars, great store. I'm only 1and a half hrs. from Tulsa. This video was a big surprise for me. Thanks Cindy.
You have to go visit- great place. Say hi to Ringo for me 😀
You are making those works of art sound amazing great job 👏 I only wish I could play half as good as you I am just learning 👍🏻🤘🏻
Enjoy each phase of your learning. It’s a journey and as you learn it’s like panning for gold - you will find those nuggets that make the work well worth your effort ❤️
Even the most experienced still have to learn and practice ...
and sometimes we even get a bit better at it ... and sometimes we don't ...
But always keep the enjoyment high ... everytime you take your guitar ...
if it is for ten minutes ... or for an hour ...
Really enjoyed these tour of guitar shop videos, many thanks 👍🎸
Glad you like them! Thanks for listening ❤️
I am looking for a smaller size guitar and that Taylor GS Mini checks all the boxes. Thanks for playing it. 🤩
It’s a beautiful instrument. For me, The 50th anniversary model stands out from the older models. I have played both and was more impressed with the sound and playability of this latest edition. Maybe it’s the solid torrefied Sitka spruce top and layered Indian rosewood back and sides❤️
great looking Guild!! And that Taylor Grand Symphony! Wow!
This store (Barnett) has some awesome guitars in it. They have a website- check it out ❤️
I have an Alvarez AD66SHB that I love. I also have an LL6M A.R.E. and LS6 from Yamaha. Great guitars.
Very nice!❤️
That’s some fine picking! I like the gs mini too
Thanks ❤️ a bunch!
I just bought an Alvarez Masterworks MD-60EBG and that thing is a beast…sounds so good, designed as a bluegrass guitar and many folks say it rivals Martin and Taylor in pure tonality and playability…I got mine used for $600 which is stunning…Alvarez is doing amazing things these days…
I agree. Alvarez is consistently sounding fantastic. I thought this one was exceptional! What a great price!!! That’s a hard to beat deal ❤️
It’s a good thing you do trialing these many guitars
Thank you. Love these places too❤️
I commented on your last video, and it disappeared, I’m not sure why, but anyway, I certainly enjoyed your road trip… it was a pleasure having y’all here in our part of the country.. safe travels 💙✌🏽
I wonder why it disappeared?? This happen once before too with someone else. You never know… at this age I am always left wondering 🤣. So glad you came back and listening in❤️
@@guitarnotions I have no idea… Utube does strange stuff sometimes.. no worries, I’m still here! 💙♥️ have a blessed day!
@@gwag8410 The algorithm gets it wrong sometimes, I once commented that a song was a ki**er and it vanished instantly. I also got a warning that if I break their community guidelines again I would lose my youtube account.
@@michaeldonaghey yes, figured it was something along those lines, although, I can’t remember anything I said that could have been misconstrued… that’s likely what it was…👍
Flat picking championships happening in Winfield, KS Thur-Sunday. Few hours north of T Town.
Semper Fi
Wow, that sounds like fun! ❤️
Alvarez are real nice guitars also. Love the pickup on that one with the controls on top. Easy to get to and adjust on gigs .
Agreed!😀 thanks for listening ❤️
The Alvarez with the Sitka top and Indian Rosewood back and sides is a new line that they just developed called the Laureate series. They are using only AAAA Sitka for the tops and high grade Indian Rosewood for the back and sides, all solid wood. They kept the details simple so that they could go with the better woods and keep the price affordable. Excellent value guitars.
It shows in the playability and tone! Awesome!! Thanks for listening in❤️
Tx Cindy - all very nice guitars for sure. Prices not bat either. did you ever do a vid on how you setup your guitars? They always sound nice and I have the tools but if you set up your own guitars would you consider a video on how you do that? Tx for taking us along!
That’s a good subject…. Thanks for the content idea❤️
That GS Mini Sunburst looks & sounds real nice. Eastman's are nice .
I think the mini improved.. I liked that little guitar😀
Great price for that Guild. 🎸
It sure is! Plays great❤️
First off, I’m trying to understand the sound hole being in the cutaway on that Taylor. I noticed that same sound hole cutaway thing on another Taylor in one of your other videos the other day. How does the sound project up to the player when it’s on the bottom and still positioned outward to the audience?! What am I missing about that?! 😂🤷🏼♀️
Way to find another shop I haven’t heard about. Looks like a great spot. You saw a wide variety of guitars. Looks like they are very involved in providing a good experience at the shop while knowing when to step away and let you try the guitars without hovering around. What more can you ask for?
Loved this store, great people and very nice guitars. They cater to all types of musicians and would be a fantastic addition to any community. On the Taylor sound port - Taylor says the soundport cutaway offers all the accessibility and comfort of a traditional cutaway while helping the guitar produce a more immersive, high-fidelity sound. From my experience Playing - the guitar sounds awesome. Is it the soundport? I think it’s a combination of the design. I think that guitar mic’ed up by that soundport would sound great. Also if you are not a fan of a personal sound hole in your face this would be a nice option. You have to try it to know ❤️
I really love what you're doing. And you play wonderfully. I subbed. Letting us get up close with these amazing instruments. I do think you could use a step up/cheap mic (Shure has a $99 iPhone mic that's great) to block out air conditioners and fans etc. and focus in. With that the comparisons would be much more true/neutral. Also, these vids may be around a lot longer if so.
Anyway, just thought id chime in. Much Love.
I bought an Audigo mic to take on this trip. It linked Bluetooth to the iPhone and comes with a app. Unfortunately it was delivered 1 day too late. At home I use a Shure mic to a Bose but still recording on an iPhone. That seems to work ok but I am watching for options as I learn😀❤️
@@guitarnotions I underdstand, just thought id give some feedback since it's all about the tone with these amazing instruments.
Here's a demo of that Shure iPhone mic if you're interested, if not all good, Have fun out there!!!!:
th-cam.com/video/JomGTT5GpWo/w-d-xo.html
The Yamaha LL16D is the best dreadnought on the market foer the price. Sounds just as great as any new Martin.
Some very fine guitars there! On first impressions the Yamaha and the second Alvarez stood out for me but it might be different in the flesh.
A subscriber pointed out it was tuned down a half step (the Alvarez) that guitar was really nice. Definitely worth the $
The second Alvarez is tuned down a half tone. Yes, that guitar sounds great
I loved that guitar. Very nice. Thanks for letting us know 😀
Alvarez Folk 70
Was the best sounding guitar you played…
I have had top of the line
Of all the brands in the ($2,500-$4,500) range
And they all sounded great
But I honestly believe that in today’s world those (Yamaha red letter ?) ones made in Japan and those Alvarez made in Japan folk style are a joy to play and easy to hold ($1,500-$1,800) is amazing with the (same) tone woods) used on those ($2,500-$5,000)
Martins, Taylor’s, Gibson, Larrivee etc is the was to go..
And I’ve played both Japan made Alvarez and Yamaha vs the china made ones..
There no difference cause they use basically the same
Tone woods as the Japan ones and the china made guitars are about $300 avg
Cheaper…
Blessings
Greg
Greg you are right about that particular Alvarez it is built so well. The top wood is gorgeous- the grain is tight and flawless. It puts out the sound. I am sure it will sell fast! ❤️
Love what all your videos
I’m 62 years old and have issues with arthritis and I’ve been doing a lot of home work for my (couch) relaxing nest guitar..
It much be a 12 fret short scale guitar and probably 00 body style
Not to many in the ($1,500-$2,000) range
Blessings Greg
I will be on the lookout for 12 frets that fit your description. They are nice and easy to play ❤️
@@Greg-fi3op One suggestion for you is a guitar I own and adore. The Martin 000-15SM. American made, mahogany, 12 fret, and currently retailing at $1999, though there are deals on Reverb. Very vintage sound, conjures up images of Woody Guthrie. Wonderful, easy to fret Modern Oval neck. Holds tune for weeks at a time.
The Yamaha Red Labels are excellent guitars for the money.
Nice to see Guild getting a mention, it seems they are not given the recognition they deserve in USA. In the UK they are regarded as being up there with Martins and Taylors and priced accordingly.
That Guild was excellent. I think it’s the first American made I have seen in a while. I was pleasantly surprised at the quality and playability!! ❤️
i.m.h.o. the pick-up systems are often a bit poor on Guild guitars ...
Acoustic they are absolutely great ... but amplified lot less ...
(on Fender it is just the opposite)
I'd love Bonnie Raitt's acoustic Guild !😊
That was soooooo good
Great store. Great people❤️
Eastman are excellent guitars! If you can't afford a Martin or Collings get and Eastman. Don't think you can get a better acoustic for the money imho
I was pleasantly surprised at the playability of that beauty. I need to check out a few more ❤️
I love Eastmans. Everyone from lowest price to the higher end models play and sound amazing. My dream is to get the E10SS as I love slope shoulders and the AC522CE. Such amazing guitars.
Have you tried Teton guitars,sold my martens,
@AISLEE5639 no, I haven't yet. Definitely will check them out! 🙏
@@AISLEE5639yes I have nice guitars.
Man! That Eastman!
If I were rich there were several guitars - I would need a truck to get it all home 🤣🤣🤣
The Laureate is head and shoulders over the others.
Thanks for sharing ❤️
The "X" is Ed Sheeran's Multiply CD. Think that model went for $600.
Oh ok… wondered about that ❤️
The LL16 is the best acoustic guitar in the world for the money. I play one and about to buy another one for a back up. Prewar Martins, Prewar Gibsons, I've had and still have all the greats. These Yamaha's are baffling good.
I am definitely impressed ❤️ wonder if you e er hear of Mackenzie and Marr. They are located in Canada but ship in USA. Amazing instruments at great prices😀
Really enjoying this trip youre on :). I feel shy asking but how do you know what to play every time you pick up a guitar. I see so many TH-cam guitar players just playing really cool things but I know theyre not just playing actual songs. Whenever I go to a certain center of guitar stores, my mind goes blank
lol I have enjoyed playing guitar for a long time… it’s more curiosity than knowing 😀when you explore you find the unexpected ❤️❤️
I like the Alvarez 👍🏻
I can see why too❤️
Nice demo variety. That Guild is a steal, but too big for me at this stage of life. Eastman is partnering with Bourgeois ( separate line) and the benefits of his expertise is being absorbed by them in their own models. They are baking more tops and using more Adirondack spruce tops.
Thanks for the info. That explains why they are so popular! That guitar sounded really nice!! ❤️
Nylon strings sound great. Suprising they are not more popular outside of Spain and South America especially as many brands do the smaller neck versions
I do like the slimmer neck. The Taylor nylon I played yesterday was my favorite so far. 😀
Wow, you got your hands on one quick! You played the lowest of the LL line there, but the 16s are fantastic. I have two LL's from the early 80's (1981 made in Taiwan, and 1983 made in Japan), I have some sound samples on my channel if you wanted to check them out...Yamaha LL's are among the top for me. Thanks for posting....love the vids! Watching from Newfoundland, Canada.
Hello Canada! Thanks so much for sharing your experience with the LL. I am totally floored at the quality! Awesome. Thanks so much❤️
The price for the Yamaha is $200 less than the big online sellers, which conflicts with the notion that to shop local is going to cost more.
Barnett music is online. I agree worth shopping at. They serve their community well too❤️
Can’t beat a Yamaha ❤
They are very nice! 😀
GS min scale size is 23.5. You're making it sound really good. I have the Taylor academy 12 e steel string which is a concert size. Its really comfortable and sounds just like their more expensive models. But the nylon...meh. I'm not crazy about nylons. Its probably supposed to be a crossover.
Wait til you hear the one I played today. (Watch for next video - Store called Tarpleys). It’s really nice!!
Love these videos. But how can you play these big guitars?
I buy small body guitars for myself. But I love to hear them all❤️
Yamaha is one guitar company that owns factories in China , so they make their own guitars n have QT over them unlike other companies that contracts factories to make their guitars n lord knows how many times the go to the factories to inspect the manufacture of the guitars. This I was told by luthiers in the big box shops about Quality control.🎸🎸🎸☮️❤️
Interesting!! Thanks for sharing!❤️
hope you went to the Dylan Museum while you was in Tulsa.
Oh no I missed it!!!! There is just not enough time in the day even when your retired❤️❤️. But I sir would have enjoyed seeing that 😀
liked eastman but I think the hole on top would bug me for quite a while. Just so not used to the idea
I have a Seagull S-6 that I had a sound port put up in the same spot about the same size , no regrets, the player can hear the difference in volume.👍
I think you have to try it. It does make a difference. But I still think there should be a way to cover them (mute it) for when you prefer not to hear it.
@@guitarnotions my friend is a luthier and makes a cover that uses magnets to hold it on, the cover is made of the same wood so it looks right too. 🙂
@@capbubba Love my S6, its perfect really. I think nothing that costs multiples of its price is really much better and in some cases not as good! I know each one can vary so dont know if others of the model are as good but I am very satisfied with it
I have a D 55 Guild , Tacoma Washigton
I can only imagine the sound! Does that one feel super heavy?
@@guitarnotions no not all
@@johnmoyer5515 I have an old friend that bought a vintage guild and it was super heavy, played awesome! ..So I was curious, 😄 thanks
You didn't make a comment about the Taylor Student 12E Nylon guitar. It sounded beautiful when you played it. What did you think of it? Do you recommend it
I liked the neck a lot. It did not feel like the old bulky necks. It was easy to transition to. For a classic it hand nice clean sustain. I liked it very much.
Do you ever play any Tachamine guitars and what do you think of them
I own a vintage Takamine 12 string it is a canon! I also have an old vintage nylon Takamine. Both are great instruments. I will see if any come up in these store visits. Great guitars ❤️
I have a 6 string I bought in 1998 I live in western Ky
@@bobbyperkins9188 awesome 😀
What did you buy at last ?
I have been very good and have not purchased another guitar this trip 😀 but if I were to choose it would be the Furch Baritone and the Atkins 12 fret and the Iris small body Iris (at Acoustic Music Salt Lake)
@@guitarnotions Yes Atkin was good.
I was thinking that a guitar with a personal sound hole, like the Eastman, would suffer more bleed into a vocal mic when recording. It seems logical anyway.
I am not sure. It does sound nice at times. But having a cap to mute it would be a nice edition. 😀
@@guitarnotions Thanks for replying. Yes, a way to cover that sound hole if so desired.
What's the price of the gs mini?
I did not get a price but I saw them in other places on line for around $800. ❤️
I checked price at Sweetwater and it's $899
@@timmcelyea8467thanks a bunch❤ loved those mini’s.
Those Eastman Guitars, Dana Bourgeois voices the tops and the rest is made in China. Great looking and sounding guitars though.
Wow I did not know that… so interesting! That explains the great sound. I heard most of the sound (not all just most) comes from the top❤️
@guitarnotions yes that's for sure. It's a value guitar. Bang for the buck. Lotta people I know are skeptical but from looking at the build quality, it looks great. 👌I'm not sure if Dana voices all the guitars for Eastman but he does the E10 and 20 D models.
All guitars in that shop are pre war guitars (WW3)
Let’s hope not… but someday after we are all long gone they will be sought after vintage guitars with a story to tell ❤️
@@guitarnotions Yes, guitars have stories to tell...
Well, WW3 is going on; they are trying hard to escalate. It´s about ressources and especially the Petrodollar, which enables the ongoing print of money...
Thank you for letting those beautiful guitars speak out (I love the black Atkins in your other video; strangely maple seems to be my songwriter choice).
@@lebe220 that was my first experience playing Atkins. They are wonderful instruments. I especially loved that 12 fret. Came close to taking it home❤️
I just sold a ll16 ..they are beautiful..but it was almost too bright sounding to my ears..and heavy..
Thanks for sharing 😄
How did you like the sound port on the Eastman?
I thought it sounded great. I think it helps hear what you are playing especially when playing with others. Just a thought, it would be nice if there was a way to Cover the sound port for times you may not want to hear it. Thanks❤️
@@guitarnotionswould a modified soundhole-cover work ...
or something like that can be printed 3-D?
@@guitarnotionsI think otherwise it is a big collector of dust inside the body 🤔
@@rik_mr.aap866 lol. Guess you will need a guitar vacuum 🤣❤️
@@rik_mr.aap866 great idea
I wonder why today there are f.i. minis, juniors and female versions of guitars ...
What is the difference with the ¾ or the ⅞
I think there are nowadays more custom made models then the 'oldfashion' standard measures?
They are fitting the preference of a diverse population- I think guitars are no longer “one size fits all”. I love the variety it sure makes it more interesting ❤️
@@guitarnotions absolutely true ... let's call it *The Evolution of Strings* 🤣
or even better: Stringvolution 😂😂
@@guitarnotionsand to be honest ... a 'travel-guitar' is more appealing for everyone
than a ¾ ... that was 'only' supposed to be for young players ...