Sounds great for the money - except "direct". I hate built-in acoustic guitar pickups anyway. I removed a cheap Fishman PU from my low end Martin. I mostly play Guilds - without PU's.
I was at Guitar Center yesterday checking out acoustic guitars. I was extremely impressed with every Breedlove. The Discovery is on sale today on their website for $200 and I am so frustrated I don't have the money to order it now because for that kind of money it is a steal!
@@DrJeebles guitar center actually has a sale on Breedlove guitars the entire month of June. It goes till June 30th. I am seriously checking one out and possibly trading my Taylor for one because I want a acoustic guitar with a more comfortable neck.
I have two breedlove models myself. I love my breedlove guitars. They are very easy to play, sounds great, and beautiful in design. Just awesome guitars.
I have that exact guitar and love it, for the price you cannot beat it. Easy to play and sounds excellent. I have had mine for about 5 yrs now and have played the hell out of it, it sounds just as good today as it did new.
I recently bought the standard mahogany concert without the cutaway. I've owned a lot of guitars, including other Breedloves, but dollar for dollar it's one of the best values I've found.
I first played a Breedlove at Chuck Levins in MD. Wound up walking out of the shop with a Taylor though- and regretted it for 2 years before I went back and bought my Breedlove. I really like the look of this guitar, the action on mine is so sweet to play, and the neck makes moving around and forming shapes so easy! Sometimes I sit down and play a guitar in a shop or a friend’s place, but other guitars just don’t fit me the way my Breedlove does.
Holy shit my man Van tanis I didn't know you had a youtube channel my man good stuff, just bought a breedlove and it's sick glad to see your doing well my man
Thanks Jack. Must admit, Breedlove is a new one on me. Only came in across it recently in my local guitar shop in Scotland. It's a serious contender for my next acoustic. Thanks again 👍
Dude....I havent heard that "What you give" intro in like 20 years. It was one of my favorites back in high school.... Then Def Leopard....are you kidding...instant Sub.
Love it,it really rings.I did need to file the saddle for lower action.I am very very satisfied with my NEW Breedlove and would recommend this model. Thanks again JT...OldGuy..Dave
I love my Breedlove, but this guitar (at least in this demo) sounds like it's in a tin can...not good at all. Idk if it's your mic placement or what, but this guitar really sounds awful; I know Breedlove can do better. I used to own a Breedlove Atlas Solo Concert cme350g - western red cedar top and mahogany B/S...it sounded great, but I sold it to get something even nicer. I also used to own a "Black Magic" Breedlove Stage Concert...but I sold it because I don't like gloss black acoustics...it sounded amazing, though. I now own a Breedlove Legacy Concert with sinker redwood over EIR B/S...phenomenal guitar...this one is staying with me for the foreseeable future. For $400 I would get a Cort. 🐰❤️🎸🎵🤝✌️
I bought mine used on guitar center. $240. Had a minor issue out of it, but I got it sorted. I don't care for the pinless bridge. I had to work on mine a bit and getting the strings off and on through that pinless bridge after the ends were all twisted up, is quite a job.
Just played one of these at GC last week. Was immediately taken aback by how crisp and bright it sounded. Upgrading my old washburn as my everyday bedside guitar with a Breedlove
@@stevemajors7704 plays decently but was having issues playing it at practices for a long period of time. Had the action lowered and with some elixers it sounds good.
Beautiful looking guitar. Good luck with your gigs. When i was younger i should have. Now that I AM 67YRS OLD. Just play at home. Wife loves it. Hey that's one FAN. I love it
It looks beautiful. And your mic position is good - the more I'm puzzled about your opening strumming bit - it didn't sound right to me... especially for mahogany. Uneven frequency response - high notes are slamming and the rest sounds like its rolled off. I can't figure it out, but it just doesn't sound right in your video - is there anything in your signal chain? And yes, the guitar looks great, in spite of my dislike for high gloss finish...
I was gifted a Concerto model from Breedlove, but I'm about to scoop up a concert model. The Concerto is just too bulky. Breedlove guitars are INCREDIBLE. Even their cheaper models!
I have the discovery concert SB w/spruce top. Another plus with these is that they are very consistent. The store I bought mine from had 4 or 5 on the floor and I played them all but could really hear no difference so it was kinda the old eany, meany, miney, moe. I've had it now for about 3 yrs and it's a keeper for sure. I did change out the tuners for Gotoh 380's. Nothing wrong with the stock ones but the Gotoh's are so smooth. I'd recommend one to anybody looking for an in expensive acoustic. BTY, nice review!
Hi jake! Good review I bought this one today but just the acoustic. It is in fact a really well made guitar. I was between a yamaha fs800, some sigma and this one. I dont know what strings you have there and i dont know what i had but it seem that the action is a little bit high. Do you recommend to use it sometime to adapt and then calibrate/change the strings? For example epiphone is perfect with 0.10 ernie ball and sigma have a great sound with the martin strings. Any suggests on this one? Thanks!
I use Elixir HD Lights on my acoustics (13-53) Phosphor Bronze. I had to shave the saddle on mine a bit, seems like a slight common problem with Breedloves. Great choice, I'm sure you'll dig it.
I had daddario 16exp it seems the default strings in breedlove. I slow down the action a bit but it's not perfect yet with the summer here in argentina the wood tend to move a bit etc but yeah elixir are the best. Thanks!
@@musicalnightsprism6444 I have an Oregon Concert Tiger's Eye CE. The Persuit series are absolutely fantastic. I personally prefer the Concert body shape because it is a bit of a Swiss Army knife of sorts. I play both fingerpicking and pick, but mostly classical style. It does it all very well and sounds beautiful. The Sitka top will be a great choice for its resonance. Myrtlewood is stunningly beautiful, you won't regret it!
@@musicalnightsprism6444 I went in to the guitar shop to pick up a Taylor 214ce and saw that and absolutely fell in love. I couldn't leave without it. Best decision ever! I'm officially a Breedlove promoter now, lol.
@@BeardMan01 thats amazing... +919567436791 Sir if u are avilable to have a small chat .. pls whatsapp me on this number.. It would be of great help for me to choose the best guitar .. thanx in advance
Also not said in this video is that, yes it is a great guitar for the price it is a little tiny but if you have small hands "If You DO NOT Have Long Fingers" this is a great guitar for you the NUT WIDTH is small so you do not have to stretch your fingers to play the chords as much as many other guitars that's a big help if you have little fingers or you are a guitar teacher trying to tell you younger students aged 7 to 12 what kind of guitar they might want to buy !!!!!
Figured it's time to start learning to play during the "pandemic pause" of early 2020, and (so far) started my guitarsenal of beginner/intermediate concert acoustics with a Taylor Academy 12 and 12e, and the latest, a blowout priced Breedlove Pursuit Exotic Concert E Sitka-Koa with L.R. Baggs EAS (no body holes except the endpin jack). Gator Cases GWE000AC is a good fit for the Breedlove Concert, which is about 1/2 " larger in all dimensions than the Taylor GCs. Breedlove has been advised, and sent a sticker that fits just below the Gator Cases case label. As Taylor Guitars Primetime oft advises, maintain your guitar's humidity and temperature in the gig bag or case, and all will be happiness. TGP nerds out about guitars every Tuesday at 6 Pacific, 8 Central, Live on TH-cam... Should I tell the total price with shipping of the three acoustic guitars? No, I'll leave y'all to make your own discerning deals.
What strings are you using? I (accidentally) put 80/20 Elixir 12s on mine, and it sounds really bright like that. Sounds good on spruce, but I should've got phosphor bronze strings for the mahogany.
I have a chance to buy one today for $250 That's in mint condition. I thank you for helping me make my decision.. Thank You🎉 From the 62 year old carpenter ☝️
It was between this guitar & an Epiphone DR-400MCE. The Epi won the battle, but that Breedlove is nice. I would say for those looking at guitars under $300, definitely go the non-electric version of this as they are really good guitars. But the DR-400MCE was better by at least 90%. I do like the look of the Breedlove better, but the DR-400MCE is solid back, sides & top with bone saddle & nut, plus it is a dreadnaught. So, look == Breedlove & Electronics == Breedlove, but everything else was Epi for me. I will definitely end up with the non-electric of this guitar for campfire use no doubt.
I'd be curious to hear your opinions on the concert vs. concerto bodies as well as the Discovery vs. the Pursuit line. I bought a concert Pursuit, which I really liked except it had some noise in the A and D strings and was a little underwhelming on the low tones. I'm pretty sure the noise was a defect because I bought it discounted as an open box, so likely someone else had the same complaint as me. Reluctantly, I returned it. I really liked the instrument aside from that and was planning to purchase another Breedlove but was on the fence about which body style I would purchase this time.
Do you prefer this or the Yamaha FG830? Purchasing one of the two asap, took a long break from playing and want to get back into it. Selling former c1 elite diamond series to go acoustic,, budget is $400
I have a solid mahogany Ibanez art wood series and it was $300 and sounds much, much nicer than this....played both, I like Breedlove but this one sounds like it has no balls, too thin, tinny
agree, sorry but your mic and direct did not show the Breedlove at its best. I did research for months before buying this (but cedar top) ... last year... when they WENT ON SALE! I did change the strings to Ernie Ball Paradigms (10s) cuz I'm old and lazy. Easier to play but the 10's aren't as robust as the D'Adderios that come on it. IMO it sounds like a high end Taylor.
There's a video on breedlove's chanel where the company owner explained the headstock shape. He said that is to keep the strings completely aligned straight forward to the nut.
Who needs a Martin anyway?! What do you guys think of this guitar?
Sounds great for the money - except "direct". I hate built-in acoustic guitar pickups anyway. I removed a cheap Fishman PU from my low end Martin. I mostly play Guilds - without PU's.
I was at Guitar Center yesterday checking out acoustic guitars. I was extremely impressed with every Breedlove. The Discovery is on sale today on their website for $200 and I am so frustrated I don't have the money to order it now because for that kind of money it is a steal!
@@DrJeebles guitar center actually has a sale on Breedlove guitars the entire month of June. It goes till June 30th. I am seriously checking one out and possibly trading my Taylor for one because I want a acoustic guitar with a more comfortable neck.
ME...If you think you are going to find a better guitar than my D28 or 0-15 you are either nuts or stupid
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I have two breedlove models myself. I love my breedlove guitars. They are very easy to play, sounds great, and beautiful in design. Just awesome guitars.
Had my Breedlove Atlas for 16 years now. Have multiple guitars but this is my go to guitar and my best friend.
I have that exact guitar and love it, for the price you cannot beat it. Easy to play and sounds excellent. I have had mine for about 5 yrs now and have played the hell out of it, it sounds just as good today as it did new.
It has a solid top so it typically would actually sound better now than it did 3 years ago
It has a solid top so it typically would actually sound better now than it did 3 years ago
I recently bought the standard mahogany concert without the cutaway. I've owned a lot of guitars, including other Breedloves, but dollar for dollar it's one of the best values I've found.
Awesome! I can't get over how much guitar you get for the money with Breedlove
I first played a Breedlove at Chuck Levins in MD. Wound up walking out of the shop with a Taylor though- and regretted it for 2 years before I went back and bought my Breedlove.
I really like the look of this guitar, the action on mine is so sweet to play, and the neck makes moving around and forming shapes so easy! Sometimes I sit down and play a guitar in a shop or a friend’s place, but other guitars just don’t fit me the way my Breedlove does.
Holy shit my man Van tanis I didn't know you had a youtube channel my man good stuff, just bought a breedlove and it's sick glad to see your doing well my man
Just bought one and not only is it beautiful but it plays great! Went over it with a fine tooth comb and it is perfect. Only $399.00.
Thanks Jack. Must admit, Breedlove is a new one on me. Only came in across it recently in my local guitar shop in Scotland. It's a serious contender for my next acoustic. Thanks again 👍
Dude....I havent heard that "What you give" intro in like 20 years. It was one of my favorites back in high school....
Then Def Leopard....are you kidding...instant Sub.
Just bought that same one today. Very excited about it.
I just bought a Breedlove Pursuit Concerto with soild mrytlewood top back and sides. It sounds fantastic, better than my Martin solid mahogany.
I'm confused between breedlove discovery concerto ce vs fender Redondo... Which to pick??
@@phanithota7053 Breedlove.
Love it,it really rings.I did need to file the saddle for lower action.I am very very satisfied with my NEW Breedlove and would recommend this model. Thanks again JT...OldGuy..Dave
I was looking into buying a guitar last year I decided on that one. It plays better than guitars at twice its price point. I love it!
Great review! I just playing one at guitar center! Very impressed. I thought I was playing a 1000 dollar guitar
Thank you - very helpful info! 🎸👍🏽
I love my Breedlove, but this guitar (at least in this demo) sounds like it's in a tin can...not good at all.
Idk if it's your mic placement or what, but this guitar really sounds awful; I know Breedlove can do better.
I used to own a Breedlove Atlas Solo Concert cme350g - western red cedar top and mahogany B/S...it sounded great, but I sold it to get something even nicer.
I also used to own a "Black Magic" Breedlove Stage Concert...but I sold it because I don't like gloss black acoustics...it sounded amazing, though.
I now own a Breedlove Legacy Concert with sinker redwood over EIR B/S...phenomenal guitar...this one is staying with me for the foreseeable future.
For $400 I would get a Cort.
🐰❤️🎸🎵🤝✌️
Hey Jack, should I go for this one or Cort? My budget is till 500 USD
I thought it sounded awesome through the mic and lousy with the piezo.
@@ashwarygoel145 Cort? Why not buy a Fender Sqier?
I bought mine used on guitar center. $240. Had a minor issue out of it, but I got it sorted.
I don't care for the pinless bridge. I had to work on mine a bit and getting the strings off and on through that pinless bridge after the ends were all twisted up, is quite a job.
The pinless bridge is definitely a love hate thing.
Just played one of these at GC last week. Was immediately taken aback by how crisp and bright it sounded. Upgrading my old washburn as my everyday bedside guitar with a Breedlove
I own a washing solid red CEDAR TOP, SPLAT maple BACK and sides. What do you think of your washburn
@@stevemajors7704 plays decently but was having issues playing it at practices for a long period of time. Had the action lowered and with some elixers it sounds good.
Beautiful looking guitar. Good luck with your gigs. When i was younger i should have. Now that I AM 67YRS OLD. Just play at home. Wife loves it. Hey that's one FAN. I love it
It looks beautiful. And your mic position is good - the more I'm puzzled about your opening strumming bit - it didn't sound right to me... especially for mahogany. Uneven frequency response - high notes are slamming and the rest sounds like its rolled off.
I can't figure it out, but it just doesn't sound right in your video - is there anything in your signal chain?
And yes, the guitar looks great, in spite of my dislike for high gloss finish...
I was gifted a Concerto model from Breedlove, but I'm about to scoop up a concert model. The Concerto is just too bulky. Breedlove guitars are INCREDIBLE. Even their cheaper models!
I have the discovery concert SB w/spruce top. Another plus with these is that they are very consistent. The store I bought mine from had 4 or 5 on the floor and I played them all but could really hear no difference so it was kinda the old eany, meany, miney, moe. I've had it now for about 3 yrs and it's a keeper for sure. I did change out the tuners for Gotoh 380's. Nothing wrong with the stock ones but the Gotoh's are so smooth. I'd recommend one to anybody looking for an in expensive acoustic. BTY, nice review!
Just got one of these and I'm really pleased with it ...
The Fishman direct through a pa on stage sounds great ,in my opinion ,that sounds great though!!
Hi jake! Good review I bought this one today but just the acoustic. It is in fact a really well made guitar. I was between a yamaha fs800, some sigma and this one. I dont know what strings you have there and i dont know what i had but it seem that the action is a little bit high. Do you recommend to use it sometime to adapt and then calibrate/change the strings? For example epiphone is perfect with 0.10 ernie ball and sigma have a great sound with the martin strings. Any suggests on this one? Thanks!
I use Elixir HD Lights on my acoustics (13-53) Phosphor Bronze. I had to shave the saddle on mine a bit, seems like a slight common problem with Breedloves. Great choice, I'm sure you'll dig it.
I had daddario 16exp it seems the default strings in breedlove. I slow down the action a bit but it's not perfect yet with the summer here in argentina the wood tend to move a bit etc but yeah elixir are the best. Thanks!
I have a higher end Breedlove, it sounds unbelievable.
Which one u have? I am planning to buy breed love pursuit concert myrtle wood sitka spurce pls suggest ..
@@musicalnightsprism6444 I have an Oregon Concert Tiger's Eye CE. The Persuit series are absolutely fantastic. I personally prefer the Concert body shape because it is a bit of a Swiss Army knife of sorts. I play both fingerpicking and pick, but mostly classical style. It does it all very well and sounds beautiful. The Sitka top will be a great choice for its resonance. Myrtlewood is stunningly beautiful, you won't regret it!
@@BeardMan01 ohh my .. crazy !! I just checked the tigers eye ce.. its a beauty ❤️😍 you are one lucky guy to own it ..
@@musicalnightsprism6444 I went in to the guitar shop to pick up a Taylor 214ce and saw that and absolutely fell in love. I couldn't leave without it. Best decision ever! I'm officially a Breedlove promoter now, lol.
@@BeardMan01 thats amazing...
+919567436791
Sir if u are avilable to have a small chat .. pls whatsapp me on this number..
It would be of great help for me to choose the best guitar .. thanx in advance
This guy sold me bagpipes once 10/10 stand up dude
DAMN MAN can't tell, with string pounding on strum YIKES !
Also not said in this video is that, yes it is a great guitar for the price it is a little tiny but if you have small hands "If You DO NOT Have Long Fingers" this is a great guitar for you the NUT WIDTH is small so you do not have to stretch your fingers to play the chords as much as many other guitars that's a big help if you have little fingers or you are a guitar teacher trying to tell you younger students aged 7 to 12 what kind of guitar they might want to buy !!!!!
Figured it's time to start learning to play during the "pandemic pause" of early 2020, and (so far) started my guitarsenal of beginner/intermediate concert acoustics with a Taylor Academy 12 and 12e, and the latest, a blowout priced Breedlove Pursuit Exotic Concert E Sitka-Koa with L.R. Baggs EAS (no body holes except the endpin jack). Gator Cases GWE000AC is a good fit for the Breedlove Concert, which is about 1/2 " larger in all dimensions than the Taylor GCs. Breedlove has been advised, and sent a sticker that fits just below the Gator Cases case label. As Taylor Guitars Primetime oft advises, maintain your guitar's humidity and temperature in the gig bag or case, and all will be happiness. TGP nerds out about guitars every Tuesday at 6 Pacific, 8 Central, Live on TH-cam... Should I tell the total price with shipping of the three acoustic guitars? No, I'll leave y'all to make your own discerning deals.
got one last year with a cedar top. I love it.
Awesome choice! Cedar top guitars are very cool.
It’s not what you got but what you give.
It ain't the life you choose, it's the life you live
I bet thats my little QC sticker in that guitar next to the model sticker
Really?
@@jaketanis3069 if it’s a DP then it’s mine!
What strings are you using? I (accidentally) put 80/20 Elixir 12s on mine, and it sounds really bright like that. Sounds good on spruce, but I should've got phosphor bronze strings for the mahogany.
Thanks for the review of this. I'm currently eyeing one as a low end addition and travel guitar.
This was my first acoustic guitar
Solid start. Mine was a fender acoustic older then me with a bullet hole in it from my dad. Sounded great though
Helpful video. Thanks.
God that’s gorgeous 😍
I have a chance to buy one today for $250 That's in mint condition. I thank you for helping me make my decision..
Thank You🎉
From the 62 year old carpenter ☝️
Awesome! Hope you like it!
It was between this guitar & an Epiphone DR-400MCE. The Epi won the battle, but that Breedlove is nice. I would say for those looking at guitars under $300, definitely go the non-electric version of this as they are really good guitars. But the DR-400MCE was better by at least 90%. I do like the look of the Breedlove better, but the DR-400MCE is solid back, sides & top with bone saddle & nut, plus it is a dreadnaught. So, look == Breedlove & Electronics == Breedlove, but everything else was Epi for me. I will definitely end up with the non-electric of this guitar for campfire use no doubt.
I'd be curious to hear your opinions on the concert vs. concerto bodies as well as the Discovery vs. the Pursuit line. I bought a concert Pursuit, which I really liked except it had some noise in the A and D strings and was a little underwhelming on the low tones. I'm pretty sure the noise was a defect because I bought it discounted as an open box, so likely someone else had the same complaint as me. Reluctantly, I returned it. I really liked the instrument aside from that and was planning to purchase another Breedlove but was on the fence about which body style I would purchase this time.
Thx for the excellent review! How well does it keep in tune & how good are the tuners? Sound ok fingerpicked?
Yep I have one honestly I think these things sound like a box of Cheerios
You obviously haven't heard of Ovation Guitars. They were using pinless bridges before you were born. So not an innovation for Breedlove.
Do you prefer this or the Yamaha FG830? Purchasing one of the two asap, took a long break from playing and want to get back into it. Selling former c1 elite diamond series to go acoustic,, budget is $400
oof. Thats a tough one. The FG830 is such a bang for the buck. If you want a concert size go Breedlove. Dreadnaught, go Yamaha. I love those FG830s.
What about a Yamaha FS830 vs the Breedlove Discovery Concert
I have one of these. They don't wear well. Lots of wear on frets and fretboard, and bowing on the top w 10g string.
I love me some Tesla and its a cool looking guitar.
Looks great
Looking for a 12 fret parlour model
Which Breedlove model would you recommend
Thanks
Breedlove concertina.
@@sergey-dorofeev thanks
Word must have gotten out here in Australia. They cost an arm and a leg now.
How abt if you compare it with csd140e and fgx830c??
Well today this guitar is at Musicians Friends for 350 and free shipping.
No point in banging on the instrument to extract it's true character. Oh well
Thanks for the video, i was very useful... Iam making some home studio,, can you tell me your configuration to record on Direct? thanks
has a nice plywood sound
Is the Breedlove mahogany companion the same as the one you’re playing?
I have the sitka spruce top version, its amazing.
BODY LOOKS GREAT, HEADSTOCK NOT SO GREAT. Sorry, didn't mean to yell...
Shhhh quiet down
Mic all the way. No body resonance when direct.
what about yamaha fg820 vs breedlove discovery dreadnought?
I played a $5000 Martin at Corner Music in Nashville and it sounded worse than every $500 guitar they had.
This or a J15?
This or the Sitka Spruce top version?
can you play anything other that D-C-G strum?
Hahaaha fav chords
Jake from ex'pression?
Acoustic Guitars sounds better if they are unplugged or is it that this pickup just sucks?
I'm not crazy about the pickup.
I have a solid mahogany Ibanez art wood series and it was $300 and sounds much, much nicer than this....played both, I like Breedlove but this one sounds like it has no balls, too thin, tinny
Art Woods are cool. Sometimes the fretwork is shotty on Ibanez acoustics, but if you find a good one they can be fantastic options!
Bought one today $379. tax $402. I'll let you know....OldGuy Dave
Awesome! I'm sure you'll love it!
I just bought mine today. Same price.
This doesn't sound great IMO. The low notes sound like a toy.
agree, sorry but your mic and direct did not show the Breedlove at its best. I did research for months before buying this (but cedar top) ... last year... when they WENT ON SALE!
I did change the strings to Ernie Ball Paradigms (10s) cuz I'm old and lazy. Easier to play but the 10's aren't as robust as the D'Adderios that come on it. IMO it sounds like a high end Taylor.
I agree not much sustain and brassy toyish sounding.
My experience has been martin DX-1 cheapest best sounding guitar under 500.
hate that pointy headstock
Its not for everyone
There's a video on breedlove's chanel where the company owner explained the headstock shape. He said that is to keep the strings completely aligned straight forward to the nut.
i love that headstock
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I want a Tacoma dm9 YES...
This is not a begginer or entry level guitar. Thats yamaha and epi bruh
sounds thin
can you for once respect the guitar shape and try it by fingerstyle noob IT?S A CONCERT SHAPE NOT A DREADNOUGHT
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Sounds pretty bad, but I think it’s youtube
How do you change the batteries?
There is a battery door by the output jack
Sound is not rich. Seems very shallow. There are better sounding guitars within same price range,
Bad mic placement my dude
maury muehleisen
That guitar is to tenner
Plastic saddle and nut.
have tested . stunning woods yes . tone and etc not so much. tinny, cheap tuners,poor set up....sorry dude. pass.
Agreed, too thin
i almost bought this trash then last second went with martin x serires dread
Sucks!!!
THAT MIC SUCKS ASS