Godin Guitars Acoustic Factory Tour

www.premierguitar.com Robert Godin gives us a tour of his acoustic guitar factory in Princeville, Quebec.

[@JakeAndrewSchmitt]

This guy takes such pride in making his guitars, knows every aspect of the production process, uses pre-felled wood, and smiles the whole time. Makes me proud to own Godin products.

[@dannybeausejour7205]

he also owns most of the wood prior to felling that is his edge on the market he grows his own trees as far as I know he is the only guitar builder almost 100% self sufficient the quality he offers at the price point i own two seaguls and a session and love all three

[@mccloysong]

No doubt he's worked every one of those stations. He knows the details in a way not from a company memo. We need a ton more leaders like him.

[@bsharporbflat8378]

We all love Robert here in Québec....and dont forget that besides being probably able to run the place on his own he does all the selling himself and you can buy a Godin product made right here just about anywhere on the planet, everybody in the music business knows him. Merci Robert.

[@fouellet1701]

I wonder how much the CEO of Gibson knows about guitar making... Mr Godin is a guitarist and craftsman! Way to go. Thanks.

[@nitewars]

The CEO of Gibson is nuts -- there are all kinds of crazy stories from ex-employees, and they've started putting circuitboards in their LPs!

[@danherrick6649]

They unequivocally do not make the best guitars on earth. Gibson MADE one of the best guitars ever built, with the original Les pauls that everyone loves, but that was a long, long time ago. New Gibsons are fine, but no better than most other production guitars - unless maybe you get a custom shop one for $5k plus. If a new Gibson was the best guitar you've played, you need to play more guitars. Any guitar that costs over $3,000 better be amazing, and there is NOTHING special that Gibson has or does that other companies can't do equally well or better.

[@WarrenPostma]

I have played many Godins, Seagulls, Simon and Patrick and I have never picked one up that I hated. What a master class in producing beautiful playable instruments.

[@tysonrinker5958]

You should look into it and maybe you'll see why gibson is number 1

[@daveyboy8907]

Thank god they got rid of him,,,now Gibson is back on track...I hope.

[@GregoryTorchia]

I can see the pride in monsieur Godin's eyes. Looking forward to buying one.

[@ChuckNorrisCutsMyLaw]

You can tell Robert Godin is passionate about his work, he's doing it primarily to make guitars, whereas so many other are doing it primarily to make money.

[@jeanlau4988]

well said

[@tgsiii2179]

I recently purchased my first Godin guitar, a Multiac Encore Nylon model. First guitar I've ever bought new that didn't need to be immediately taken to my tech for a set-up. Intonation, string action, fret finish, etc are all simply perfect. Robert's pride in his instruments must be absorbed by all his employees. My thanks to Godin Guitars.

[@yorstkiddeen9365]

I"m thoroughly impressed by Rober Godin's grasp of the processes. He's completely on top of exactly every process and it's like second nature. I would imagine he could run this plant single handedly if it weren't so immense. Right down to the micron. Great video. Now if PG could only afford to give him a microphone of his own... lol.

[@martinrueda93]

Forreals

[@lgalina997]

and hire a camera man with a SteadyCam for christ sake.

[@larryspiteri3192]

I have never seen so much attention to detail on a mass produced guitar. Mr. Godin is obviously passionate about his company and it shows! Great job, my next acoustic is going to be a Godin for sure!!! Also, thanks to Premier Guitar for allowing us the opportunity to watch such craftsmanship in action!

[@allenjanes5976]

You won't be disappointed

[@TheIegend27]

Allen Janes Larry Spiteri I just got one for christmas, its awesome :D

[@AndrewRMontoya]

it's so obvious how much this guy loves what he does. this video was one of the biggest reasons I went with a Godin most recently.

[@sussezq]

Oh my now I know why I love Seagull Guitars... the VERY best. I currently have 4 and ADORE them all. MR. Godin is so adorable and so excited, his enthusiasm is contagious. Thank you Godin guitar makers. You ROCK!!!

[@PMCraig]

This was awesome! I’m the proud owner of an S6! Can’t believe all the precision work that went into making it! Very cool to see a CEO who actually knows his product...

[@Ratchman_5000]

I was on the fence about what guitar to upgrade to. I've been doing tons of research for weeks but after watching this and reading the never-ending positive comments, im going with the Seagull S6.

[@reacts]

Rich Ratchford good choice. I have one and it’s comparable or better to any Gibson I have played

[@scottparker7918]

You should be very happy with that choice. Being it's been a year, I hope that you went with the S6, it's a great guitar with an excellent voice and price point, and I hope you are as happy with it as I am with Godin's products. If you haven't already too you should definitely get the TRIC case from Godin. It is by far the best acoustic case on the market in my opinion.

[@IETCHX69]

never-ending positive commentsSeagull

[@paulmccloud]

I had a Seagull student model. Cedar top. $225. That thing wanted to SING! Seeing this video, I now understand how it was made and why it blew away everything else in the price range at GC.

[@xisotopex]

I love mine so much probably going to get another... whatever I get, its not going to be one made in china.

[@vincentmaloney5835]

I own two Seagull guitars. Thank you, Canada, for making such wonderful instruments.

[@THESESSIONROOM]

Your welcome eh!?🍻🇨🇦🍻😉☺😁

[@elibehlokmusicalperformanc735]

This is just amazing and fabulous! Hats off to Godin for showing us the care and quality of their process.

[@frootmates420]

9 years later and ill end up with an S6, entourage, or coastline because of this video. The passion is just contagious!

[@SeanLeacy]

I have an old 96' Art & Lutherie that's served me well for 22 years now and watching this makes me want to keep it "in the family" when I buy my next. I've always loved having a guitar that didn't look like every other guitar on stage and the tone (especially after 22 years) is unmatched at it's price point. Thank you so much for this factory tour!

[@newfdogg]

I just bought a used A&L Spruce Burgundy 2009 from a auction site out west , can't wait to get it :)

[@ENSOTAVES]

I love to watch mr Godin explain each process, I've watched this like 10 times

[@stephendavis3123]

What an impressive tour! So interesting and comprehensive. I love and appreciate my Seagull S6 even more now! So refreshing to see the pride and workmanship that goes into theses guitars--and the integrity and passion of Mr. Godin. Wow.

[@supercoog08]

Seagull is a very high quality acoustic guitar at a reasonable price - I trust their quality and workmanship more than any other acoustic manufacturer. The reason I bought one in the first place was because I immediately noticed they sound better than mid range Martins and Gibsons and as good as the high end Martins and Gibsons.

[@dr150]

The Artist series is as good as any Martin/Gibson. I tested this fact personally. The mid-level Martins/Taylors aren't as good as the lower end Seagulls.

[@jean-paulroy1009]

I tried an S6 classic today and at my first strum, my guts started to tremble and i never had this kind of emotion before. By the way, I'm a Fendrer Telecaster player. I'm going back soon to buy it

[@AaronFoxhasleft]

Incredible.... ton of respect for their manufacturing practices.... great company.

[@johncarusone5635]

You just have to love Mr. Godin's passion and truly remarkable knowledge of the guitar making process. This shows in the quality of his guitars. I own several and they are all top notch!

[@stuartschnare152]

It’s easy to see that Mr. Godin is passionate about the instruments he manufactures and how he has been an innovator in the industry. Great video.

[@JamesGowan]

Robert’s passion and knowledge is great! You can tell how proud he is of his guitars. I have seen many guitar factory videos but no explains the details like this man. Awesome.

[@Boston.Patriot]

That's a very impressive factory. Mr. Godin's experience, pride and expertise are evident in every facet of the manufacturing process.

[@hugomillere4315]

Je m'apprête à acheter une guitare et j'avais plus ou moins fait mon choix sur une 5th Avenue Kingpin II avec encore un peu d'hésitation. Mais après avoir vu cette vidéo, je n'ai pas d'autre option que de valider mon choix. Tant de passion, de fierté, et de connaissance de ses produits par Mr. Godin force le respect et donne vraiment envie de posséder et jouer une de ses guitares. Je pense que très peu de CEO connaissent mieux leurs produits que leur performance boursière... Il sait, de toute évidence de quoi il parle et connaît très bien ses processus de fabrication. Une vidéo très judicieuse et très vendeuse. Bravo!

[@nycandre]

So happy I just bought a Godin electric acoustic - love it all :D

[@ML-wo5sy]

Robert is a true gentleman, explaining the whole process. I can tell you that as an owner of a Seagull Performer guitar, it's a wonderful instrument. After watching this, I will buy another one and I can't believe they can sell it retail for such a good price. Worth every penny.

[@markharris9521]

wow love Mr Godin's passion and interest in every stage of manufacture. Love my Multiac!!!

[@itlsofficial]

I played a Seagull 12 string today for the first time ever and it was a real treat... loved the playability, loved the tone, it is solid craftsmanship, and Mr. Godin seems very passionate about what he builds so I say kudos!

[@michaelragland4762]

Enjoyed the tour. I appreciate Mr. Godin passion and knowledge gained through years of experience in pursuit of a quality build instrument.

[@stevetrusler1958]

After watching this I ordered an S6....This guy knows guitars ! Update....got my S6 and it's beautiful. Hard to believe they can produce this quality at the price.

[@jeanlau4988]

You,ll just love it

[@tonyross5667]

Nice guitars I had just bought a 2nd hand S6 & then tried to find more about it & came across this video!

[@suthobay]

Just ordered a seagull s6 original and seeing how they're made with so much attention and passion jsut puts a smile on my face

[@alexx1921]

Mr. Godin is living guitars. I really appreciate this passion for the art of guitar building he is in charge. Look into these eyes and you see real passion. Thanks for sharing this.

[@kamingurus6517]

The man and the products are amazing. You can literally feel the love and dedication Robert Godin has for his guitars.

[@TomBsChannel]

Fascinating. Mr Godin really seems to have thought of everything. I enjoyed the tour very much.

[@terryorr]

I played dozens of new acoustics at various price points and the Simon and Patrick Songsmith came out the winner. Fantastic sound quality, extremely well built and amazingly affordable. The icing on the cake was that it was made right here in Canada. It warms my heart to see the passion that Robert still has for building musical instruments after several decades in business. Godin consistently manages to make impressive guitars in Canada at half the price of the competiton.

[@amykinyvr]

My 1980’s Seagull still plays amazing after all these years...I’ve owned it for about 20 years now and I love it.

[@1960fusion]

Gotta Love his Passion and Enthusiasm, great tour and interview!

[@Allbbrz]

Very nice. These guitars are awesome; the tour was super cool !

[@arthurhyde8428]

It is always interesting to see the passion and attention to detail it takes to make great products. Artistic and operational talent and skills are very evident. Thank you! I have 2 Godins and I enjoy the very much. Thank you.

[@overtone_audio]

I just wish Premier Guitar would have invested on TWO wireless microphone systems - one of them on the interviewer and one on Mr. Godin. would have been SO MUCH easier to HEAR what both of them are saying!!!

[@marin4311]

M. Robert Godin is such a passionnate guy. He knows every detail of what's going on in his factory.

[@timnotestein]

Thank you Robert for taking the time. Great tour. Wonderful engineering.

[@kma5699]

Very cool video. Makes my Seagull and Godin guitars even more special to me now.

[@alanhewson8926]

Thanks again

[@shortminute]

Impressed! Best Factory Tour. I’ll buy a Godin Guitar. Proud to be Canadian.

[@costasarantidis4499]

Love my Seagull, been together for near 20 years. Great to see the passion, practicality and attention to detail. Made in Canada!

[@waynekerr2397]

Brilliant. Nothing less. Loved watching the precision, the passion and the skill to bring it all together. Now to find one to play.:)

[@613dawn]

This is fascinating! My Godin A6 Ultimate is due to arrive tomorrow morning. I'm so excited I just keep watching demos and then found this video. Wow, so much machinery and craftsmanship involved. A proud Canadian company.

[@skateborg]

I'm watching this video in May 2023. A couple of days ago I bought my third Godin guitar, a 5th Avenue CW Kingpin II Natural. (I also own a Godin Mutiac ACS-SA Slim and an Art&Lutherie Blue Cedar CW.) Seeing how masterfully the guitars are built in the factory and Robert Godin's passion about his products makes me appreciate these fine instruments even more. Bravo et merci à tous chez Godin Guitars! 💜💚

[@filmic1]

Thanks Premier Guitar, terrific interview. Merci, M. Godin! genial. J'adore mon Kamouraska Concert.

[@opidonorman8833]

It's a beautiful process, the precision and all that pure top notch quality.

[@stonetemplecore]

This guy is so enthusiastic and passionate about his guitars and rightfully so. These are great guitars!

[@troytaylor9228]

Have had my MJ M6 CW since 2006 now I know why it's such a nice guitar! I always thought it felt quality but I had no idea! Now after seeing this I am very proud and happy to be a Seagull Guitar owner! Such love and knowledge of the wood and processes involved was impressive! Thanks for sharing. Many refuse tours. Nice to see one that doesn't mind showing the way it's done!

[@AshStrat1]

Fantastic value for the money these guitars ,,, they will match any guitar on the planet for quality and probably beat any price for this kind of quality

[@allenjanes5976]

Absolutely agree

[@kennethhorner2214]

Allen Janes ssd

[@TheEricroberson]

I totally agree with you 100 percent i have a godin Montreal i love it

[@jamesgordy4850]

I purchased a Seagull S6 as a camping guitar. After bringing it home I find myself playing it more than my more expensive guitars. Quality guitar at a very affordable price. I love my Seagull.

[@ioannisplatikostas9676]

thank u a lot robert for your passion and your great music instruments!! cheers from Greece!!

[@moshealex]

My Norman B20-12 was made here too in 70'. Thank you , Sir, for your great job.

[@jasonbull3987]

I already loved these guitars to play. They just felt and sounded perfect. Now i know why. They are an amazing team. Thanks.

[@UnitedEffect]

Robert Godin's passion for making guitars is really evident. I met and spoke with him at the unveiling of their Multi Oud and some other new models of guitars. He's always interested in making quality instruments. It's obviously his passion.

[@babyblue1153]

As a former employee of Gibson Guitar in Memphis, i'm totally impressed at the pricision of the building of the Godin Guitars. I now own two acoustics and two electrics from Godin. Do yourself a favor and try out one of their models, you'll be impressed.

[@limulus61]

Very nice video tour! I have one of their Seagull guitars and I love it.

[@MalcolmVanAtta]

Love the passion that Robert Godin shows. I'm looking forward to buying my 1st Seagull guitar by Godin.

[@Stratbrat42]

I have a Godin Slim-neck classical multiac which I've had for 5+ years now. The guitar is used for shows constantly & is my favorite. I also have Strats, Teles, & Les Pauls, but nothing touches my Godin!

[@yambo59]

This is not your usual grind them out guitar factory, instead of sitting in the office hes out on the floor hands on and you can see how extensive the thought and design are that have went in to every aspect in production and quality control, very impressive and these have to be quality instruments. Again, very impressive to see the top man out on the floor and proud of his processes and his product.

[@Golo1949]

Excellent video, loved watching it.

[@tis2nwod]

The care they put into their guitars, as shown in this video becomes apparent when you play one of them! Big fan of Godin.

[@jason8string]

Wow, Mr. Godin knows exactly and intimately every spec of his guitars' construction as well as the machinery. Any question he is asked, he knows the answer..... 100th of an inch, 4000 per week, 5% above 600, 60 psi, etc. Amazing.

[@hook7872]

After watching this I will be purchasing one of these well crafted guitars. Have to admire the passion that they put into each individual guitar they make. Well done!!

[@cacawachi]

When you see this kind of passion in the owner you understand how they make such a good product. Since I saw the first Godin i knew something was different. kudos!

[@TheUpl8te]

I have a Godin Performer Mini Jumbo that I just absolutely love to play. It not only is beautiful to look at but a dream to play!

[@edgerejekt9011]

My Legacy Denim Blue Q-Discrete is on the way and am so impressed and excited to see how much Mr. Godin knows about his craft, as well as the pride he puts into his creations! He is a true man to model

[@stephenmcconnell7868]

I LOVE my Godin guitar. It plays so well and is beautiful.

[@TimDoyleMusic]

Just watch his eyes! He's excited about what they are producing. Great to see. I own two Godins. Someday I hope to try an acoustic.

[@tmw1955]

I bought a Seagull S6 Trans Red GT recently love this guitar the sound tone build quality all excellent & I really enjoyed this video to watch the quality workmanship & you can see Mr Godin enthusiasm for his product & rightly so I will be buying another Godin product Great Canadian product keep up the great work !!!!

[@deancaddyplayer]

This is a very impressive video. Now I know why I love the Seagull guitars so much!

[@comstock100]

An amazing factory and tour. You can see the pride they take in building these guitars. Ordering my Seagull next week.

[@ClaptrapRapture]

It's wonderful to see the marrying of machines for precision and speed with careful measurement and adjustment to ensure that the finished guitar is still perfect. Hands down the most impressive implementation of a fundamentally machine-based production line I've seen for guitar making. Great video, thanks.

[@grandnaguszek7417]

This video pushed me over the edge for that Simon&Patrick, dammit!

[@DW282828]

The Nagus himself has come to see first the legendary manufacturing processes of this company. That's all the evidence I need to place my order!

[@jessesmith490]

I bought an all solid mahogany (top, back and sides) Seagull earlier this year. I did an A/B comparison against everything I could get my hands on. It came down to a Breedlove and the Seagull. Seagull clearly won. Excellent guitars.

[@dr150]

Ya Breedlove makes great guitars too. I tried $2k Martins and Taylors and Gibsons and a $700 scratch & dent Breedlove was as good or better than all of them!

[@dougrobbins5367]

This guy is a genius, he is a brilliant manufacturer, and a natural engineer.

[@myapaquette7418]

I love the guys accent, reminds me of my great grandpa :)

[@gavinlocke2301]

This is one of the most outstanding walk through factory tours I've ever seen. Robert the owner knows exactly what he wants anc how to achieve such thing's. I was expecting an standard average tour. Very surprised. Thanks for the great video. I'm a proud owner of a custom Seagull guitar not many of them around.

[@jamesridener3573]

I was about to buy a Taylor 320 a few years ago, but came across this video. When a Seagull Maritime mahogany top became available new for half the price I jumped on it. Quality is at least equivalent and the sound, at least to me, is much more balanced. The neck feels great and the mahogany used for the soundbox is just beautiful. Well done, Segull/Godin.

[@davidhicks9215]

Wish I found this video years ago! I love my Norman guitar -- now I'll go watch the Godin video.

[@thepiperofsimms9974]

That was fab ! Thank you

[@willwilburn9473]

I have LOVED Seagull Guitars since I bought one used in 1994. I have an Artisan Studio CW Element right now that I put side by side with my 1974 Gibson Hummingbird. The Seagull is absolutely the best sounding Acoustic I have right now and I can't remember having one that sounded or played any better. THANK YOU for making such a great product ! Too bad they really haven't caught on in the U.S.A.

[@michaelmixon2479]

Mr.Godin enjoy's his work and also employ's a good many people! Can't beat that!

[@BigBenH18]

That was sensational. All of you already mentioned what a great person Robert Godin is and what passion he has about his guitars. I love that they only use local woods. This is the only way of delivering a guitar of such quality at such a ridiculous price point. My next guitar will be a Seagull for sure!

[@RantzBizGroup]

This is fantastic... to produce such a fine instrument at their price point is remarkable!

[@yannlaliberte8407]

So proud of Godin Guitars, the're AWESOME

[@VictoryJohn]

Wow this has been refined into an amazing fine art

[@MrThresher7]

R-E-S-P-E-C-T Mr. GODIN Period!

[@theycallmeglen]

Love my Seagull S6 and S12. Cool to see how they’re made, and the passionate craft and technology behind them. My next guitar will be a Godin A6 Ultra!

[@meangreen4321]

So cool how each guitar factory has a different approach to making a quality guitar. I feel priveliged to see this tour!

[@halcarter1426]

Great job, I love my Godin,really top notch quality, now I know why

[@680mudman]

these are truly special guitars....just play one....ears don't lie....beautiful guitars!!

[@kempbarber]

I love your guitars! They are superior in every aspect. Thank You! for offering such a wonderful product.

[@DhaneshMahtani]

This guy is awesome. He clearly knows everything about the guitars he's producing. Makes me wanna trust his product :)

[@kherrick1]

after watching your video I was so impressed with our quality control, I purchased a variac! thanks so much! Kim Herrick