From Tree to Tone: A Deep Dive Into Tonewoods (Part 1)

Does how a tree grows affect your guitar’s tone? We say yes! Join us on a deep dive into tonewoods, following the guitar's journey from its very beginning. We’re discussing how each of these woods grow and how this affects the way the guitar sounds when it is constructed. Jump in at 11:25 to hear Chris tone-tap different types of tonewoods to demonstrate their unique sounds. Tune in next week for Part 2.
Jump to…
0:00 (Intro Jam)
1:55 Music Woods
2:33 What Gives a Guitar Its Voice?
7:57 Hard Woods vs. Soft Woods
11:25 Tone-Tapping Tests
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[@ronchave6354]

Chris needs a name change, eg- Professor Meikle. Chris you are so knowledgeable! Who would not consider buying an Avarez guitar after watching your videos. I have never seen any other guitar company put this sort of effort into the explanation behind the manufacture of a guitar. Thank you, Dee and Tim. I did purchase the MD60 EBG to compliment my Cole Clark FL-2. keep them coming👏👏👏

[@AlvarezGuitarsOfficial]

Professor Meikle & co. say thank you 🙏

[@strokingoutloudpodcast]

Really likes the Jam at the beginning. Man those guitars sounds great.

[@AlvarezGuitarsOfficial]

Appreciate that, we do love an acoustic jam 🎶

[@lhvent]

This is a very informative video on tonewoods

[@lhvent]

I really like the sound of Khaya African Mahogany. No wonder I like playing my AD66SHB so much.

[@AlvarezGuitarsOfficial]

We love hearing that, Larry, thank you!

[@rprochowski3930]

Great well rounded tone!

[@AlvarezGuitarsOfficial]

Thank you, Richard!

[@JimWalkerMusic]

Now I truly understand why Adirondack and Rosewood work so well together. Just tapping the tops sounds musical. I've had great respect for the Yairi Models since the 80s, but thanks to J.P. Cormier, I sought out a used MD60BG a little over a year ago and have since very much enjoyed melting the faces of Martin D18 owners nationwide for a fraction of the cost of a real D18. I can hardly wait to get my hands on a MD70BG and start sending Blue Ridge, Eastman and Recording King owners back to the store asking for a refund!!! Thank you Chris Meikle for your devotion to such a fine guitar brand

[@AlvarezGuitarsOfficial]

Thank you, Jim, for the kind words, and thank you for playing Alvarez! We love that MD60, and we think you will love the MD70 as well. Thanks for watching 👍

[@matthewmiller6817]

Very interesting... great video..

[@AlvarezGuitarsOfficial]

Thank you, Matthew, this was a fun one to do.

[@trevorgwelch7412]

I Dream of owning a professional guitar like this / Alvarez - Best

[@strokingoutloudpodcast]

I own 3 they are Amazing. Don’t dream it man. Believe it.

[@AlvarezGuitarsOfficial]

Well said, and thank you, Trevor!

[@JackTheRabbitMusic]

I own 3 Alvarez guitars...one is a classical from the mid 1970’s, and I cannot find ANY information on it. When looking up the serial number, it comes back as a steel string dreadnought, which it is absolutely not. Can I contact Alvarez to find out more about this guitar? I will be doing a demo on my channel soon of all 3 of the Alvarez guitars I own. The other two are a Masterworks OM in all solid black walnut, and that old growth mahogany Yairi...FYM66HD. Outstanding instruments, especially when looking at prices. Peace. 🐰💙🇺🇸🎸🎶🤝✌️

[@AlvarezGuitarsOfficial]

Great guitars, Jack, that is a fantastic Yairi you have as well. For any support please email [e-mail], or reach out to us on social media (FB, Insta, Twitter). We'll be happy to help.

[@herschelrector8218]

Thoroughly enjoy your videos. Informative and entertaining. Please continue them. Thanks to all three of you for taking the time to put these together. Such a difference in tone wood sounds surprised me. My MFA66CESB sounds better and better the more I play it.

[@AlvarezGuitarsOfficial]

Herschel, thank you, we're very excited for the new season. Lots of great topics coming up, and any questions or episode requests, feel free to send them on!

[@philipbennett1039]

Guys When the "sweet spot" is found in the piece of wood, is that positioned in a certain place on the final guitar?

[@AlvarezGuitarsOfficial]

Great question. Not specifically, as we are adding bracing, back and sides, etc., but certainly the “sweet spot” of the guitar is considered during wood choice, bracing and bridge placement.

[@anthonylane9547]

What surprised me was, The Walnut had a higher pitch tap sound compared to Adirondack. And yet Walnut has a more mellowed sound compared to the punch sound of Adirondack. Any ideas on why this is. 🤔🤔

[@anthonylane9547]

Walnut Guitar sound, i was meaning.

[@anthonylane9547]

I meant Cedar not Walnut.

[@AlvarezGuitarsOfficial]

Thanks Anthony, understand what you mean, some of these surprised us a bit as well. We'll have a followup next week where we discuss what we discovered, make sure to tune in, we'd love to know what you're hearing, too 👍

[@anthonylane9547]

Hey guys. Id like to hear a comparison between an OM or 00 Masterworks v Yari to see if the difference in price is really worth it.