Acoustic Guitars Types: Everything you must know

The Ultimate Acoustic Guitar Guide! In this video we're comparing all the acoustic guitar body shapes! Massive thanks to Eastman Guitars and Pepijn 't Hart for helping me out with this video.
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0:00 Intro
0:52 The series explained
2:13 Roundup of the body shapes
6:01 The best comparison possible
6:18 The Parlor
10:01 The 00
12:13 The 000/Orchestra Model
14:35 The Dreadnought
17:34 The Grand Auditorium
19:20 Slope Shoulder Dreadnought
22:26 Slope Shoulder 00
24:33 Jumbo
25:35 12 string
27:50 Outro
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[@PaulDavids]

Part two is here! TONEWOODS: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hpPIfamdr7xkpdk

[@hkguitar1984]

Can't thank You or Pepijn 't Hart enough for this great series. Part two is brilliant.

[@ArvinG]

Part 3 on strings?

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[@RMoore-zt7zs]

I love the fact that Paul is inherently a gifted teacher, but he still embraces the hungry intensity of a perennial student. Always learning, searching, and growing.

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[@Marv3l0usNomad]

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[@jennifermay134]

This video itself should win an award for providing a "Beginner's Guide: All you ever need to know" for guitar bodies!

[@LucasSheldon]

Time Stamps for Comparison Light Picking 7:27 Jumbo 7:35 Dreadnought 7:43 Dreadnought (slope shoulder) 7:51 Grand Auditorium 7:58 OOO/OM 8:06 OO 8:14 Parlor Arpeggiated Chords 10:47 Parlor 10:51 OO 10:55 OOO/OM 10:58 Grand Auditorium 11:02 Dreadnought (slope shoulder) 11:06 Dreadnought 11:10 Jumbo E Chord 15:39 Parlor 15:43 OO 15:49 OOO/OM 15:54 Grand Auditorium 15:59 Dreadnought (Slope Shoulder) 16:04 Dreadnought 16:09 Jumbo Classic Strumming 21:26 Dreadnought 21:34 Dreadnought (Slope Shoulder) 21:49 Jumbo 21:56 Grand Auditorium 22:03 OOO/Om 22:11 OO 22:18 Parlor

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[@keeganitreal]

Sometimes I forget if I'm watching Paul for his guitar skills or the cinematography he creates. This channel has everything and Mr. Davids, you are ridiculously gifted 👏

[@geralr]

I wouldn’t call him gifted as much as I would call him hardworking! Putting all of this content together for so long is no small feat.

[@TheBluesBox]

Got to love his hard work, great videos… I can’t film like this but I keep watching and trying to get my style closer. Long way to go I think ☹️

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@@geralr he is 100% both. Hard work won’t replace skill and creativity. He’s a true master of his platform 👏🏻

[@scotthamilton1054]

I agree. It’s probably the best shot KZbin channel and I shoot for a living.

[@TheBluesBox]

I keep messing up my lighting mainly. Sorted colours with a grey card for the white balance but I always seem to mess something up on the lighting 🤦‍♂️ sure I’ll get there…

[@wearytraveler3524]

Paul.....I'm 68 years old and I have been playing guitar since I was 13! I've had more guitars than I can remember and today I learned something so basic and fundamental I had to thank you for making this video! Well done!

[@TheBcoolGuy]

It's astonishing how much there is to learn and how wildy at what age people learn this or that. I'm 22 and I'm sure I know stuff now that you learned in your fifties or sixties, or might never know, and of course you've got to have learned things in your youth that I might learn when I'm your age. That's the beauty of life, really. That's why it's so wonderful to talk to others. There's always so much to learn and to do.

[@bogart5131]

How is the condition of your grip or your fingers with your age?

[@elclaudiosanchez]

Excuse me sir, what did you learn? I want to make sure I also noticed it. thank you

[@raytristani]

As a parlor guitar maker, I’m gonna say that for me, the parlor is the sweetest sounding of them all

[@jed1166]

I am sure your guitars are wonderful. But, as someone who strums, and flat picks, and sings on stage, a parlor is of absolutely no use to me… the information in this video is right on the button, pick a guitar based on how you will use it. I just added a jumbo, to keep my dreadnoughts company. Keep finger pickin’!

[@raytristani]

@@jed1166 maybe you haven’t tried a good parlor. One only has to see Sting play a parlor and a Ditson terz on stage and come to a very different conclusion. But as with all things, it is a matter of taste. Btw, I also make 00, 000, OM’s, Flamenco, and classical guitars

[@jed1166]

@@raytristani got it! Thanks, I will check out Sting… For 50+ years, I have always played standing up, even when practicing at home. But, at 66 years old, I probably should get a smaller guitar that I can sit and play on the couch, LOL!

[@craigmelissa12]

The parlor just hits me. Maybe because I love the blues, but, it is sweet.

[@smallnuts2]

​@@jed1166 why no use? I'm trying to find a guitar with smaller fret spacing and neck thickness. Also what's your recommendations for a strum guitar? Can the things I mentioned be on a certain guitar?

[@Mike-kl1qc]

I loved the spectrum graph. This is the best comparison video I has ever seen. I better show this to my spouse to prove I need 11 guitars

[@LieuNoir]

good one! :-D

[@timthetoolpoolberg4913]

Finally a video that does tone comparisons correctly. Usually videos have a big gap between the guitars and your brain forgets what each guitar sounded like.

[@aaronhowe3725]

Pepijn't's wonderful descriptions are eloquent and precise--what a great spokesman! Thanks Paul and Eastman for such a fantastic vid.

[@xXCEEHUXx]

I just wanted to say thank you Paul. I started playing with the first lockdown two years ago and kept on going everyday with your videos as well. I learned so much and I can’t stop. I feel like my love for music and the world of guitars is growing steadily. The art behind how these guitars are built and how everything influences the sound from the woods to the shape and of course how you play. It is truely a miracle. You are a great inspiration to many! Thank you for everything Paul!

[@gooblinslayer5702]

I love how far Paul has come. I remember watching him back when he was teaching guitar and doing his online guitar tips. Now look at him 🤧 So proud of him.

[@simon_patterson]

And before that, Gopro videos of him riding his motorbike. From little things, big things grow!

[@gooblinslayer5702]

@@simon_patterson oh man I forgot all about those!!!

[@andl3625]

Same I remember when he was just a month old baby! Making videos, paragliding and vlogging look where he's at now

[@brettneuberger6466]

Paul’s guest is fantastic. Love his passion!

[@durstgt]

Yeah this guy ruled. Have him back please.

[@cloudbloom]

Crazy name too!

[@robertneselic6805]

Thank you, Pepijn't! You're explanations along with Paul's outstanding playing and cinematography really brought these instruments to life. How you described the tones that each guitar was capable of producing, where each guitar really shines the most, was perfection.

[@andrewlybbert9527]

Can easily spend a weekend hanging out with these two and never get bored! This video can reveal your love for the guitar... if you watched the entire video and wanted more or felt it was too short... you know you have a guitar problem! I didn't want this to end! Great video!

[@Mike-kl1qc]

Paul is an absolute treasure to our instrument. Thank you!

[@carlabuzan4446]

As someone new to the guitar, this was excellent information for me. I bought my first guitar, thinking the only difference was "classical" vs "folk". Great job, and thank you both!

[@michaelmadavi6318]

I just want to say this is one of the very best guitar review/explanation videos I've ever seen. These two guys totally get it, clearly love guitar, explain things super well, and excellent production. I'm very impressed, thanks for a great guide!

[@zannab81]

Paul, this is simply the best video about acoustic guitars on youtube, great job! The way you explain the influence of body shapes on the sound, the knowledge of Pepijn, the comparisons... everything is perfect! Thank you, this is best lesson I've got on how to choose a guitar. Keep going!

[@TheFULLMETALCHEF]

Brilliant concept here. My first guitar was a parlor, but in less than a year I “graduated “ to a dreadnaught., but it was obvious that something was missing from what I used to be able to make happen. My next purchase shall be a parlor.

[@jmscnny]

Wow. That was an eye opener. The main takeaway from this video, is that I don't have enough guitars.

[@tonysantos6459]

Ok, you just saved me years of research, doubts and headaches coming from my recording/mixing sessions. One of your absolute best and most useful videos!! Congrats!!

[@curtpratt2203]

Fantastic. I've certainly never had the differences in body shape so clearly explained and Paul's playing is always a treat.

[@kevinmorris7722]

Loved hearing each side by side. Wonderful descriptions. I'm tooling up for building now and love having you show what each are good at. It's so important to have what you need. Not just what you've seen others with.

[@ilijapetkovski]

Pepijn thank you for all your welcome knowledge in this video! Blown away by how you seem to explain it all so simple and easy.

[@philomelodia]

Magnificent! Loved every minute of this. I am a classical guitar player by training although, lately, I’ve spent an enormous amount of time with my steel string acoustic. This was a very informative. It’s fascinating to explore all the different body styles for me. Classical only really has one. Everybody argues about makers and slight variations on the woods, finish and the bracing but, we only really have one body shape. The versatility and variety of the steel string world is just unreal. And they are such a joy to play. Where sound of a classical is like a warm tropical night, that of a steel string is like a beautiful spring day in the cool, Wendy mountains.

[@Drumming_Monkey]

The morphing-shots are suuch a great way to compare the shapes and I haven't seen that so far on a youtube video. GREAT little touch that's actually not that little. Thanks for the work that went into this video. Insane value and detail you put into these, Paul.

[@ricksrealpitbbq]

Thank you Paul and Pepijn’t. You both just answered so many people that were always afraid to ask. Music store employees should take note.

[@stavros693000]

are they father & son? or other relation?

[@szczur0192]

@@stavros693000 They are a gay couple

[@stavros693000]

@@szczur0192 Ok. Thank you

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[@open2discussion]

I had no idea that Eastman had such a wide variety of shapes and styles. Thanks for making the video! This is a very comprehensive dive into all the acoustic guitar shapes, and I appreciate the amount of work that went into making it. Thanks to Pepijn as well, great subject matter expert, and you can tell how much he loves doing his job and teaching people about all the nuances of the wood and shapes and how they each have their own characters.

[@marcoantonioregiltv]

What a wonderful video!! Thanks so much for creating it!!

[@flol3266]

Hands down, the best comparison and bodyshape explanation out there. I bought my first acoustic a short time ago and watched a couple videos here on KZbin, so sad that I did not find this one back then.

[@communitykyle]

This is one of the best ways to showcase a brand while educating the masses. Great work Paul and Eastman. Look forward to the next one.

[@anthonypoole4933]

Wow! No matter how much you 'think' you know about guitars, there is always so much more to learn. A side-by-side comparison on this is simply incredible! Makes me love my 00 even more

[@andywildsnake7714]

This is awesome video! It's miracle how wide is the difference in sound on the same music cuts for different guitar body shapes! I couldn't ever imagine this. Your examples are awesome! Thanks a lot!

[@jimmurdoch7745]

Found this assessment video from David and Eastman Guitars and enjoyed it immensely. First time I've seen this break-down of the shapes and a compariosn on how they sound. Brilliant stuff.

[@wimvandijk6275]

Awesome comparison that no doubt will give many a guitar player, both beginner and more advanced, a great insight in the options, characteristics and their uses. Plus it gives us perfect ammunition to defend that one argument all of us have with our other halves: “there is no such thing as too many guitars”! Thanks Paul and Pepijn.

[@JoMaMaz]

EASILY one of the MOST informative and comprehensive guitar videos on a particular subject that I have ever seen, thank you! I look forward to the tonewoods video! ☺️👍

[@johnrapone4891]

Amazing series! Just finished this and the history of electric guitars. SO well done. Thank you!

[@Doowopsid]

Thank you for a very comprehensive and thorough explanation and demonstration of all of these different acoustic guitars to choose from. Very well done!

[@JoshuaKrell]

I absolutely love my Eastman E20OM! I've had 9 of my students pick up the same guitar in the last year. I am a huge fan of the Eastman line. Thanks for showcasing these guitars Paul. They're truly something special. Great value!

[@nledelnr]

Bravo Eastman and Paul Davids for uniting the internet community of steel string nerds. This was such a great overview.

[@michaelgawthorn9639]

I have an Eastman E20D and the A320 , both great guitars. I have been playing for 55 years just for my own pleasure. It brings me both joy and frustration. These men are obviously passionate and genuine in their love of the guitar ,Paul plays beautifully and the gentleman from Eastman really nails it with his analysis and explanation. Thankyou for posting such an enjoyable and informative post.

[@ronbolena9609]

Incredible information, I learned so much. I have never seen or been able to have so many different guitars in the same room and to hear them being played. Thank you so much.

[@Sioux177]

Perfect video timing Paul! I’m looking to add another acoustic, and this is an excellent presentation. Thanks to both of you !! All the best 🎶

[@RedCarRecords]

Eastman guitars are fantastic! Some of the best bang for your buck I’ve seen. Tony at Luthier’s Workshop in Greenbay has a lot at his shop. One day I was picking up my guitar from being adjusted and tried out some acoustic guitars. At that time I knew for a while that I would need to invest in a nicer acoustic guitar, but had no plans of buying one soon. However I fell in love with one and it seemed like it was the time was chosen for me. My E20OM is the best guitar I’ve owned, and one of the best sounding I’ve heard. The feel and sound to a nice acoustic guitar makes a huge difference. Truly something magical. ✨ The fact that i was so confident at how I loved the guitar despite not having a cutaway design was reaffirming. A cutaway design was very important for me to easily access higher notes, yet the quality of tone from this instrument STILL made it a no-brainer for me. Thank you, Eastman Guitars. Thank you, Tony at Luthiers Workshop. Thank you, Paul David’s. Thank you, music! 🙏

[@krystianj7087]

Well... This was one of the most informative, useful, practical, myth busting and pleasant videos I have ever seen. I am a touring guitar tech and I work with guitars on daily basis and I have learnt A LOT here. Thank you. OK, off to the part two!

[@matthewmcdermit8744]

Excellent video. Your guest is so knowledgeable and informative, and your conversation with him is so organic. Then, on top of that, the visual elements are spot on. Really, this is a terrific video.

[@atlasshrugged6435]

First off, Paul you are an incredible guitar player, and I thoroughly enjoy all of your videos. That said, I watched Rhett Shull yesterday purchase a vintage SG. The guy he bought it from was selling it because he wanted to buy a Martin acoustic that he’s always had his eye on. I personally own a Taylor 214ce, and I was thinking how great it would be to see a video on the differences between the sounds of each model, shape, wood type, etc, and then I see this video in my inbox this morning. Perfect timing! Thanks Paul!!

[@kristiangurholt59]

I bought myself an Eastman two days ago, they’re awesome guitars! Through my experience of looking for the perfect guitar, what I’ve found though is there’s no such thing. They’re all unique and special in their own way. Which is why one needs to have several! Don’t forget also that there are many variables greatly affecting sound characteristics besides body shape, including tonewood, sample variations, string type and age, pick stiffness, fingernail length, room acoustics, and last but not least the touch of the player himself.

[@alexandraward1248]

Waiting for my Eastman AC122 CE Black limited edition. Very excited!Thank you, so glad I found you on KZbin. The quality of the information you share and the production of your content is top class!

[@DaBaGeL]

Wow thank you! The excitement about the small differences in body shape are so invigorating by Pepijn 't Hart. Amazing idea for a video and thank you so much for this awesome video.

[@rossmcneish5458]

Brilliant video, so helpful. Massive fan of Eastman too, having just bought an Eastman E10ss last week, it also assured me I made the right choice. Very versatile and balanced tone compared to a dread.

[@staceytakenaka9279]

I play a jumbo for lead acoustic guitar in church bands. I love how much it just punches right through the mix so clearly with such little effort. You get just the right amount of high tones to still be easily picked up by the listener, while not sounding thin and tinny because there's so much bass to go along with it. If anyone is looking for a budget model of a jumbo (cause they can be pricey) the Guild F-250E is a little more affordable and still sounds great! Happy Playing friends, may you all find your perfect guitar 🎵🤘

[@oliverbengtsson252]

Such an amazing production and quality of this video, just as always Mr. Davids! And what a great and informative collaboration between you both!

[@ofircohen1366]

That's a SUPER professional well made video. Thank you so much for all the information. I am so grateful for you after many years of watching you for everything you've though me. Congrats

[@ktvindicare]

I love how Paul has this "I want this" look with every guitar. This man has so much restraint to not just walk out of there with 6 new guitars on his back.

[@amowgh]

I can't believe I'm watching this for free in 2022. Amazing work, Paul. Thank you so much.

[@paulrixson5828]

Thanks Paul I've never seen a comparison of guitar styles demonstrated and explained so well, nice one.

[@johnnybranstetter2366]

I've been looking to upgrade my acoustic for a while now, but had no idea what I wanted. This video was so helpful. Thank you, Paul. Appreciate you and all of your efforts.

[@stefan-danieldindiri4847]

Since, I'm early I just wanna say that you're an awesome ytber and I love learning from you! Love from Romania!

[@ryanphillips5412]

Finally! A body comparison video that doesn't just highlight the strength of each type, but compares everything. I.e..light picking sounds great on a parlor, but how well does a jumbo light pick in comparison? Or how does an 00 take heavy strumming compared to a dreadnought. Well done Paul!

[@TheDrgreenthum]

This is by far the best body shape comparison videos that I've seen and heard. I've listened to so many other videos and couldn't ever really differentiate the sounds as well as I have in this video. Youre recording space and equipment is serving you well... and thanks to your generous friend whom shared these beautiful guitars I really got a better taste of what I might go to choose next... One of each pls!🤣

[@Bertha-Bryant]

Loved this video!! Awesome to see such an indepth video going through the various body shapes, tonal qualities and overall feel of the guitar.

[@neonthunderbird]

I always love playing jumbos and slope shoulder dreads the best. All of them are fantastic, but I gravitate toward those two the most. They both have a natural compression I like and a little scooped vibe as well. You can get really beautiful, sparkly highs with those jumbos, not just more low end and fullness. Both are fantastic for strumming heavy rhythm players and singer songwriters.

[@JTroskaTV]

Fantastic video. I can watch the clips over and over and it’s like being able to overstay my welcome in a music store. I’m finding myself drawn to the sound of the Sloped Shoulder Dreadnought, even though it’s not something I would’ve gravitated toward visually. I would definitely consider Eastman for my next purchase just for being able to study all the options so thoroughly in this video.

[@gennarodelgaiso39]

A very hard comparative, so difficult to made but....you've done it right! Now everyone can understand the light and subtle differences between so many shapes. Thanks a lot, excelent work!

[@victormontoya2175]

This is the best comparison ever done. Thank you Paul for all this effort!

[@CraigFlowersMusic]

Fantastic job, both of you! Thanks for this!

[@PeterSykesMusic]

I’ve been playing guitar for 50+ years and definitely learned some things. Thanks Paul. You always have the best guitar related videos on KZbin.

[@AirGuitarHero71]

One of the BEST videos on YT for guitarists. Don't even think to buy your next level guitar before watching this. TY. 👏👏👏👏👏

[@scottfishkind5335]

This is the best discussion and demonstration of body shapes I've ever seen/heard! Really well done!!!!

[@JSL177]

Really enjoyed Pepijn. He was very knowledgeable and gave great advice on guitars in general, without being pushy and trying to advertise his brand. And Paul is a legend as always- Best guitars content on KZbin.

[@JimmysOldTimeRadioShow]

Excellent. I've had the itch to go shopping lately and try something different. I'm not sure if you've clarified or confused my wants, but thank you!

[@robbiecleighmarks3088]

probably the best comprehensive body shape comparison on YT. I have a sloped shoulder Gibson and a ooo martin... Im so blessed to have 2 incredible guitars

[@HanCheChe]

It really shows how much both these guys love guitars. Great video.

[@raysoutsideplace]

You are really good at what you do Paul. Thank you.

[@solitairestarr5516]

This is just fantastic! How I wish I could have seen this 20 years ago. Thank you Paul and Pepijn. I have probably been tying to play the wrong guitar for a life time.

[@acoustically9201]

All along you needed the SS20 then?

[@macl4ren]

Wonderful video. I loved the clear comparison. Great work with Eastman.

[@wulfdean]

Every vid I watch is so good from you, one day I just watched about 4 hrs straight of your channel so much information and this one is no different 20/10 for this upload mate

[@Redraw4444]

Such an amazing video. So glad I’m alive in this era.

[@greasey520]

Very informative video. Thank you!

[@PiotrDrzymkowski]

I play guitar for several years, I guess I have quite a good workshop already but I've always lacked knowledge about guitar types, terminology, technology behind it etc.This video is superb, exactly what I needed. Very easy to newbies but also broadens the knowledge very effectively! Thank you!

[@hhessayon7679]

Finally got around to watching this and I'm glad I did. An excellent compendium for anyone looking to understand the differences between acoustics. And well done on editing the video in a way that allows for clear and direct comparisons. PH was a great choice for a partner in the discussion as well. Lastly, I'll take the opportunity to say that I purchased both your Acoustic Adventure and Next Level Playing courses and can strongly recommend them. They have vastly improved my playing and continue to do so. Thanks so much for all you do!

[@Moepmoep1000]

I Love Musicians that put so much Heart in it. I can hear you two talkin all Day. Thank you very much this, i have learned so much in Just half an hour. Please, more with hart 😍👍👍

[@alviss2190]

Some love for Eastman! Incredibly underestimated guitars!

[@CraigularjJoeWoodworks]

I love this video, it is so descriptive and linear! The guest was the best person to add another narrative

[@pooryapercini4194]

the love that you have for guitars is amazing, it's deeply relatable. thank you for the such an amazing video love&respect from Tehran rock on brother

[@akfisher7138]

the 00 slope shoulder is amazing! I have an Eastman E10 00ss/v beautiful-really balanced, great for strumming and fingerstyle

[@musikus7092]

I thought the same

[@theouterbrackets]

Thank You Paul Davids and Pepijn 't Hart. It is a wonderful video full of so much information and beautiful sounds. Paul, I do have one question, what is the tune you were playing on the Dreadnaught at around 4:10? I learned so much about the diversity and resonant quality of acoustic guitars. Thanks again.

[@eongrobler]

Wonderful comparison Paul and Pepijn! 🔥💪 Thanks so much guys!

[@thanoo1924]

Thank you, Paul and Mr. Hart. Great job! We learnt a lot.

[@freshturns_snowboarding]

Personally, I think the grand auditorium and the parlor sound the best. That might be because they'd probably be some of the more natural picks for someone who mainly plays electric, but I love the clarity of the parlor and the chorus of the grand auditorium.

[@j0hnn13K]

I guess there is only one type of guitar left to be compared, the semi-acoustics used in Jazz and Country music (primarily). I've always been partial to the looks and sound of those guitars, but would love to see a good compare across the different shapes and styles. Loved this compare and kinda liked all these guitars lol, i would not really be able to pick just one from this line-up.

[@whatskraken3886]

are you talking about archtop hollow bodies?

[@j0hnn13K]

@@whatskraken3886 Types like the Gibson ES-150 and ES-335 (full hollow and semi hollow bodies) so yeah, Archtop's and those country style guitars that have the smaller holes near the top of the body.

[@danielschenker9874]

And nylon guitars! But I guess there’s too much to fit in this line-up. Classical, flamenco, gypsy guitar

[@cass2771]

I’m wondering about the round-backed Ovation guitars, and how they fit into this paradigm. Does the front face define these guitars (as a dreadnought, or whatever)? Or does the round back create a different category?

[@j0hnn13K]

@@cass2771 i'm very curious about those as well, as a guitar, i find them visibly very attractive but do they rank up with an ES series or similar? So i hope he'll dive into those guitars soon as well :)

[@libelle8124]

What a fantastic video, or rather two fantastic videos. I have today ordered a parlour, solid rosewood, handmade by a luthier here in the UK. I have only started playing an instrument a few weeks ago, the ukulele and suddenly felt the need to expand my horizon to guitar. My guitar won't be cheap, being in the 4-figure range, but... it might be the only guitar I will ever buy and I love the sound, the feel, the size. I thought I might just go for the one I really know I'll be able to play with the least bit of frustration. Turning 58 later this year and not being very tall, I am sure my guitar is perfect for me and your video about comparing all the guitars has convinced me even more that I have made the right decision today. Now, it's just a matter of waiting a few months until it's finished and during that time I will practise all the difficult chords on my ukulele, to help my finger-movements to transition to the guitar. The best about this video here is, that I won't have to watch oodles of other videos, everything I always wanted to know about guitars is here and in part two. Apart from one thing, to which I could find an answer, perhaps you have it: "Is there a solid ebony guitar and if there is, then what would it sound like?" Thank you.

[@adamdelarozza1985]

Thanks for all this great information, i learned a bunch. I played a 70's Yamaha Fg-75 Red Label for a long time as a couch guitar. In 2019 I got the Martin D special. I put brass bridge pins and a lower saddle in the bridge. It is now's the best of both worlds and the pins do make a difference for those 'single' notes as you demonstrated.

[@redepsilon5]

Great video Paul, and very topical. I just finished watching and went and bought a Grand Auditorium, can't wait for it to get here, thanks.

[@guitaring1]

Exactly what I want to do! the GA has such an amazing sound - both clarity and presence.

[@redepsilon5]

@@guitaring1 My GA arrived about a week ago, and I am very happy with it. Good body size, not too big, not too small, all solid timber construction, no laminates and good value for my very limited dollars. I also lashed out on a Bose S1 Pro to play it through (a bit of indulgence on my part). It sounds fantastic plugged in and I can't wait to test it out with a vocalist.

[@guitaring1]

@@redepsilon5 Congratulations!

[@abby.mccartney]

I just love how happy they both are talking about guitars. It makes me happy.

[@fidald]

Thank you so much Paul for this video, it's the most helpful one I found on the internet!