Love my OM :)

Very helpful, thanks ever so much for this. Lovely blend of 60/40 👍

5:24 "Coast to Coast" Dreadnought 6:04 "Coast to Coast" OM 6:48 "Bonfire" Dreadnought 7:58 "Bonfire" OM

So beautiful! See you soon!

Great video! To my ears dreadnoughts have a much more boomy tone. Like much more focused in the lower frequencies. Ans OMs are more focused in the higher frequencies. Furthermore the dreadnought seems to have a lot more sustain to me, and obviously it has much more volume. I like how the OM is more comfortable sitting down, and I also find it to be comfortable standing up, but I adjust the strap of the guitar to make it hang a bit higher than I would with a dreadnought. I also like how when using an OM with a strap, it doesn't seem to weigh much compared to a dreadnought, so the strap doesn't seem to pull down much on the shoulder. I know people like to say that dreadnought is for certian styles, and OM is for certian styles. Like for example, people might say that the dreadnought is good for strumming and flatpicking, and OM is good for fingerpicking, but I don't totally agree with this. I like using an OM for strumming, because I sing while palying covers of songs, and I find the OM has an advantage because it has less volume than a dreadbought, and thus leaves more room for my voice. But perhaps I could also just use a dreadnought, but simply play in a much more delicate manner to achieve the same effect. The guitar definatly makes a difference to the tone, but so does the technique of the player.

Very helpful review, thanks.

Super ...

What a beautiful playing. You are a gifted musician. Thank you so much for

This is lovely, Hiroya. It was a pleasure to meet -- and to hear you in Winfield! I look forward to the next time our paths cross. Sleeping Giant is a very cool place and your composition captures it nicely.

How was the video audio recorded? It would be helpful to see the full signal chain. I have the feeling we are hearing the camera microphone all the time, and the pickups are going to an accoustic amp in the room?

This might be my favorite version. Really sweet, Hiroya

this song is so calming.

That was fascinating, thank you Hiroya. You mentioned the dreadnought lost a little bass on light strings. Does the same apply to the OM when going from medium to light strings? I loved the sound of the dreadnought on light strings, but compared to the OM many of the notes on the faster song were less defined and overall blended almost into a "chord" sound. Whereas on the OM all notes remained clear and distinct. But the dreadnought does have a lovely, warm and mellow sound, even on light strings.

Arigato gozaimasu! Exquisitely beautiful - brought tears to my eyes.

i thought the first song sounded better on the dreadnought and the second song better on the OM! Either way, good playing and very well constructed songs :)

I love that you touch on the meditative aspect of playing. My own guitar playing has got me through many tough times in my life. I've just discovered your channel - it is a goldmine of great information, they kind almost always overlooked on other channels. But I especially love your playing - it is otherworldly in it's ability to take me to another place in my mind. Very peaceful and beautiful. Thank you.

Came here for a guitar review but your songs are surprisingly beautiful!!! I have a question if I’m a singer/songwriter , mainly strum but also a little bit of finger picking. Which one would you recommend ? Which one is suitable more for singing over it?

Beautiful sound

Tutorial please

Extraordinary

Thank you for the video. I agree nothing sounds as good as a microphone in front of a guitar. Im still surprised that so many guitar players accept how bad most pickups sound.

Beautiful piece, Hiroya sensei 🎉

OM is so much better to my ear rings like a bell and more overtones. I just changed to an OM from dreadnought and my playing has improved ten times.

But can I use it after a Dac, for example after a music player and first of a final amplifier?

That was abosolutely beautiful! I've been wanting to pick up the guitar again, it's been 2 years since I last played. I never learned how to play fingerstyle or anything fancy but still watching a video like this makes me look forward to play again. Thanks for that.

I love dreadnougt

Hi Hiroya ! Just brought the k&k trinity system for acoustic gigs. What kind of pedals work well with this? It would be handy to have another pedal to eq it on stage. Considering you have to use screws to adjust inside. Be interested to know what you use ! Thanks !

Did ever you try some round core strings (like DR Sunbeams) ? Havent tried them yet myself, but they have less tension, so maybe a medium set of those feels like a light set of "regular" hex core strings 😄

塚本さん、いつも貴重な映像ありがとうございます♪ まさにチェックしたい事でした🎉

Hiro performed this amazing piece in Pensacola 7/11/24 and I was so fortunate to be there. Proof of the universality of music.

Love it. Great demo 🫰🏻🌹

I think I’m gonna tear up, this is beautiful, Hiro. 🥲

Very beautiful and emotional

Lovely!

This is what happens when an amazing musician picks up a beautiful instrument.

Beautiful!

Amazing!! 🙏🙏🙏

I use the Trinity system through the Trinity preamp, a NU-X Optima Air, and into a Fender SFXII. One caution I'd give on these systems is that you can't expect to install the pickup, plug it in, and get your dream tone instantly. You can get a really clean, pure acoustic tone but you have to be prepared to spend some time experimenting with settings. You might get lucky and hit it right from the start, but if it doesn't work that way don't give up.

I didn't like dreadnought body until I found how awesome it can sound

I love this

倍音が気持ち良いギターですね！ これからの活動も応援してます！

I heard this guitar in concert, and I must say that it is most impressive. In the hands of Hiroya, a cigar box guitar would sound good, but this guitar has real MOJO. It is well focused and has a very well balanced sound with intensity and sweetness all at once. I think Mr. Yen Lai is on to something special!

It sounds awesome!!

It is a pleasure to finally hear this beauty, this a unique instrument! Thanks for sharing this particular guitar journey Hiro. It reminds me a Samurai getting his swords-the maker matches them to the Soul, they're not just for anyone. This guitar was built for YOU!

シンプルだけど、洗練された装飾が施されていて、とってもステキなギターですね。私も小柄なのでOOタイプに興味があります。いつかは手に入れたいと思います。ステキなギターでステキな曲をたくさん作ってください。楽しみにしております。

Beautiful duet of one of the most beautiful tunes, thank you!

Wow, this is a magical tune, fantastic! Kind of reminds me of some of Pat Metheny's music, but with a wonderful Japanese musical sense, really amazing! Love it!

Wonderful, Hiroya, and the Baritone sound so good!

thanks for doing this, not much online to compare these, and you're very clear and helpful. Which do you prefer? I'm looking for something to install, hopefully that wont effect the natural unplugged sound and won't be too permanent. I play mostly fingerstyle.

Beautiful guitar!!