How the Gibson J200 Changed the World ★ Acoustic Tuesday 226

[@kimrileymusic]

My dad played a 1952 J200 and that is what I learned on.... he introduced it to me as a child as "the finest acoustic guitar ever made!" I now picked up a 12 year old J200, a dream guitar for sure! There is absolutely nothing like it, all others pale by comparison to me for sure

[@lennywiersma1435]

A little late to the party here, but I am very lucky enough to own the J200 trifecta: the standard, the J200 parlor, and the J200 12-string. All three are incredible, heirloom instruments. The thing that strikes me most about these guitars is that despite their size, they have a very controlled, mellow tone. Just magical.

[@jeffsquires6620]

I bought my J200 brand new in 91. It's beautiful and I get compliments always. It is very balanced in tone.

[@joelvis1968]

Awesome you showed an Elvis clip! Ever since I saw Elvis with a Gibson I find them cool. Every time I go to my local guitar store I always get a chance to play one. My favorite Gibson is Elvis's 1956 with his name on the fret board.

[@kacperkucharski9461]

I own a Gibson J200, a J150, a Hummingbird and a J45, Yes, I know, I am spoilt for choice. What is quite funny that I just bought my J150 yesterday, 2002 model in Natural, and now I see this vid!!! The main reason I love the Jumbo bodies is because: 1. They are very comfortable to play as the body size allows for a nice resting place for the strumming hand which doesn't fatigue my arm. 2. They look amazing. 3. They sound incredible, which I can best describe as sweet, full and warm and super dynamic. 4. It was always the most iconic acoustic guitar for me growing up, as both my father (who doesn't play guitar but loves music) and I were always in awe with them. And do I believe anyone makes a better Jumbo than Gibson, short answer is No. Can't beat originality, you can only imitate it and make it a different flavour. However I do believe that companies such as Guild who also make a Jumbo style guitar make a phenomenal instrument, however it is never going to be THE Jumbo that we all know and love.

[@pickersgrip]

Agree!

[@MashaT22]

Follow up question on your guitar collection, Tony: is there one or a few guitars you tend to reach for more than the rest? Maybe you can show us all your guitars sometime and let us hear how their tones really differ. It could be a very interesting lesson for a lot of people looking to hone their ears and learn what make guitar tones unique.

[@stuschieler7277]

My favorite would be a Guild F55 (6 string) or a Guild F512 (12 string)

[@elainev5703]

Hi Tony, I recently bought the Emerald X30 Jumbo, big beefy sound on the lows yet some wonderful highs on the other end. The J200 was my inspiration in buying one, for me, it was just too large. The Emerald carbon fibre guitar is sculpted to fit anyone. I love it.

[@catherineabbott6249]

Hi ElaineV. Your comment is music to my... ears...fingers...brain... oh well. So much for mixed metaphors. If you are comfortable sharing, how tall are you? How did the X30 sculpting help you get close to your guitar? A tall friend of mine, who has no trouble reaching around a jumbo, says the first time he tried the X30 he said he found the vibrations against stomach/mid-section a little strange. He must of liked it since he eventually bought an X30. Unfortunately for me he lives on the other coast, so I will not be able to try his X30 until my next trip out west.

[@tonys1208]

I love my SJ200 because it’s a great strummer, a great finger picker, and somehow it’s almost as easy to bend strings as an electric guitar - hard to achieve this with a standard scale length guitar. It’s also surprisingly comfy for a larger guitar. Many thanks to Don Ruffatto for helping me out with acquiring my SJ-200!

[@johnwashburn3793]

You have a grateful heart and I appreciate your comment. I have always wanted a Gibson but the weird truss rod adjustment nut weakens the neck or the throat and I have been scared off from owning one. My thinking. I wonder what you mean by a typical scale length. I have several different and many similar, but I would not know what is a typical, regular scale. Some are longer and some are shorter. Each serves a purpose and fills a need. I am happy you enjoy this guitar. May you both have many happy hours of joy!

[@crisb6735]

I'm only a beginner, but I loved this guitar mostly because of its genuine, big and warm sound. It simply fills up the room. For me, compared to other acoustic guitars that I had the chance to touch, it's almost like listening to your favourite song first on a super-quality sound system and then play it on you phone... well, I may exaggerate a bit here because this is obviously my personal taste and biased opinion, but you get the point. It's also a very comfortable guitar to play, in spite of its size. And then, of course, because, as an appearance, it is also a genuine work of art. Unfortunately, I could only afford an Epi EJ200 that I've bought after making acquaintance with THE J200, played it for about half an hour and managed to annoy everyone in that store... some of you may know those glances. I have to admit that the Epi is good enough for me at this stage, projects a more than decent sound and, after the required setup, polish and cleaning, it sounds and feels like one of the J200's pretty close cousins, if you get the meaning. I'm truly proud of it.

[@trevorzaleski7439]

I absolutely love my 2018 SJ200 custom shop Snakebite, apart from its beauty, the neck is so comfortable to play and the tone is awesome

[@scottbagley9329]

Hey Tony! Thanks for answering my question on this episode. Very cool to be part of the show in some small way. From one guitar playing goalie to another: my thanks and respect! Oh, and my favorite of your guitars is your vintage mahogany Martin. I have always been drawn to the dark woods on a guitar. GUITAR GEEKS UNITE!

[@davidbaron8330]

I'm primarily an electric guitarist who plays Rock, but I LOVE acoustics, and have a couple of good ones I use mostly for recording (and sometimes songwriting). My holy grail acoustic was always the SJ-200 and finally got one 10+ years back. I once heard Pete Townshend (a huge proponent of the SJ-200 in most of his recorded work) say the reason he loved the SJ-200 was because they produce very explosive sound and RECORD fantastic. Pete said the harder you strum them the better they respond and record. I can certainly corroborate that statement. The SJ-200 remains my go to acoustic for recording. Doesn't even need a particularly expensive, high end mic, to get great sound either.

[@will_mcnicol]

Thank you very much for the mention and kind words, Tony - hugely appreciated! And indeed thanks for sharing the video on the weird and wonderful world of ping-pong ball nail reinforcement =)

[@don6538]

Used to play Les Paul electrics, but went acoustic in the 80s. First good acoustic I bought was the J-200. Loved the unique look and the awesome sound. I bought mine new in 1985, and it turned out that the production model for that year was rosewood B&S for the Gibson 90th Anniversary. I previously sent in a picture featuring one for the 'Guitarsenal' segment. It's also the model used in the famous live video duet by Mark Knopfler and Chet Atkins. It's on KZbin. They are each playing one. Mine has no electronics. All my acoustic guitars are Jumbo shaped, most of them of the 17" variety. My rosewood '14 Taylor 818e Grand Orchestra sounds very similar. It is a Jumbo with a slightly wider waist, re-designed by Andy Powers. I string both of those with Elixir PB HD Light gauge {.013 - .053} strings. Helps give 'em a nice balanced sound. I fingerpick, using my nails as picks. The rosewood also provides a smoother sound than maple, with a longer decay. I also have rosewood 12 string guitars. A Taylor Grand Orchestra and a Guild F-1512 Jumbo. All are variations on the same aural theme. Be well and play well, Don

[@ricklynn6176]

My j200 will never leave me! That booming sound is second to NONE!

[@bradleyvigus9533]

Thanks for the show I watch every week and enjoy the lessons and encouragement to progress. Thanks for the content and a thanks from Australia.

[@BrianHoffpauer]

I've had my dream guitar for a little over 3 years now and I absolutely love my Gibson SJ-200. It is my go to for recording, and for live performances. I also have a J-45 and a Martin D-18, but 99% of the time you'll find me with my '200 in hand... just look at my profile pic.... As far as anything that comes close in comparison, I would say that the Guild F-55 is the closest in sound and feel that I have ever played. But even it pales in comparison to the '200.

[@cph630_Chris]

Tony, I’d have to say the “tuxedo” Martin always stands out. The one with all the maple has a crisp tone & I’ve seen you use it for many lessons.

[@DJ51011]

The Gibson J-200 is unbeatable for all of it's intent and purposes. Others will claim there is better but history tells the real story.

[@natshu5213]

I absolutely love my SJ200. I would like to play a smaller version at times, for the size difference but i love the sound of the SJ200.

[@reggiejones6999]

I had a J200 in the early 90’s, and regretfully sold it after about 18 months. Worst guitar mistake of my life! It was all maple! Gorgeous, no electronics

[@theoriginalrabbithole]

Greg Lake's favorite guitar. Lake owned 6 or 7 Gibson J-200s and even recorded Emerson Lake and Palmer's iconic 'From the Beginning' with a J-200.

[@pickersgrip]

The J200 has been one of my favorite flat tops. If you like a nice even, full sounding chording guitar the J200 is the baby!

[@ericnorton4045]

I love your videos. I am 57 years old and have been playing frustrated for 12 years lol. I am in our music acadamy at our church currently. The one thing that frustrates me is I have big hands and relatively short fingers. When you said to break it down and eat an elephant one bite at a time that's me lol. Maybe one day someone will build a guitar for me

[@Jess_Jones]

I wish I could share pics. Friend of mine has a Western mystic? J-200. I believe that’s what he called it. Love it. Play it every time I see him

[@Jess_Jones]

Edit- Favorite jumbo though, Guild F212. Think there’s a 12 string variant? Drool.

[@williamburroughs2273]

I think the J-200 is the greatest all-around rhythm guitar, ever. They work equally well for a singer-songwriter or in the middle of a band, they seem to sit in the mix just right. They're also excellent lead guitars. I'm a flatpicker so dreads are my bread & butter, but a J-200 is the guitar I want as my vacation guitar so to speak, when I want a different sound than my D-28. I see the J-200 as my "everything but bluegrass" guitar.

[@japankev]

My grandfather bought the Joe Wolverton J200 from Joe Wolverton in 1938. He worked for Gibson as a sales rep and professional musician in Chicago. Not until a few years before he died he’d never guessed it was anything special. He played it for nearly 60 years before selling it at auction. If you have any information on the history I’d love to know how to find it

[@OldManWithAGuitar]

#smallwin I wanted to share this before I forgot and it was fresh in my mind. I've been working on the pentatonic minor scale and was finally (starting in the key of G third fret) was able to make it to the 17th fret for the first time.

[@paulgeorgia8013]

I acquired a J100 XTRA which I love, but I knew I’d have to go for the 200. It’s the King of my collection

[@angelaskipping3110]

My favorite guitar that I’ve heard you play is by far the Santa Cruz Vintage Southerner. The guitar just out of my reach that I’m saving up for is Taylor’s 214CE. I currently play a Yamaha C40 when I’m trying to play Sergovia, Ferrer, or Tarrega and a Ventura VWDOBLK when I’m attempting to play anything else.

[@mojo6778]

I love that maple Martin, the Preston Thompson, and Santa Cruz Vintage Southerner.

[@Johnny_Doe]

My ‘09 J-200 Standard Sunburst is my number 1 acoustic, followed closely by my ‘16 Hummingbird Vintage. To answer your question of another jumbo that comes close to a J-200, Taylor has a 915 model series in the ‘90’s with maple back and sides that is equivalent to a J-200. I still choose the J-200 over the 915 because of the aesthetics…

[@trollstjerne]

I have the Sigma SGJB-SG200+ Limited Edition. Its a jumbo with solid spruce top and solid blackwood back/sides. It both looks and sounds great!

[@sbolfing]

Not sure of they are better, but provide a different tonal palette from the J200: Guild F55 (like Martin and Gibson, Guilds have their own unique character) and possible the Eastman AC630 (beautiful guitar - with European Spruce, a lighter touch still provides a large sound).

[@msd2819]

Hey Tony. Didn’t know if you covered him yet but wanted to give another shout out to Dave Beegle. He is definitely worth a listen. “Sandy’s Painting” and “A Life Well Lived” are just a couple to check out. Great acoustic artist. Thanks for all you do!!!!

[@MashaT22]

It also seems like Tony’s hair and beard were customized by all those J-200’s! 😉😂 🧔🏻‍♂️🎸🧔🏻🎸🧔🏻‍♀️

[@YourLovelyMan]

I have a J-200. It's a great strummer - you play a cowboy chord and the whole thing just quakes. I will say it started bowing early and might need a neck reset soon, which is strange because it's not an old one (2017). Might just be my model, but if you're considering buying one, I recommend playing on the higher frets to see about intonation and sustain.

[@johnthemachine]

Guild F50R is the best jumbo ever made. especially ones made between 1970-1976

[@roberteccles3896]

It's matter of opinion like gibson Martin Taylor I have these and other makes of guitars they have their own feel and sound including my classical guitar and jazz guitar my favourite guitar is my next one there is no such thing as this is my ultimate guitar use you're ears and feel of the guitar you play and you will enjoy the journey my friend

[@sbolfing]

Wow - a favorite guitar from your arsenal? I really like the Preston Thompson Cuban Mahogany dreadnought!

[@jed1166]

Why I love it, have always wanted one, but didn’t buy it: I retired in Phoenix where humidity is often below 10%, and after 55 years of playing, I have learned that I just don’t play guitars that are in their cases. So, I went with a carbon fiber RainSong Jumbo with StagePro Anthem…no humidification, stays in tune, ALWAYS feels exactly the same. Is it better than a J200? If you like your guitars on stands or wall hangers, live In Phoenix, or like to throw your guitar in the car for extended road trips, the RainSong is most certainly better…

[@scottbagley9329]

Awesome that you have a carbon fiber guitar. I'm moving to Las Vegas and got myself a McPherson Touring carbon fiber and I love it.

[@gammaraygem]

Lowden 012. A no frills, superbly built guitar. Buy it if you can find a used one. You will not be disappointed.

[@mikesing01]

Recently bought the Epiphone IBG J 200. I love it. Could not afford the Gibson , even though it’s probably a better guitar.

[@robertnewell5057]

I favour my Martin J40, smaller outline but deeper body. Like the J200 is a Swiss Army knife guitar, not just a one trick pony. Great for fingerstyle, flatpicking and chords, and excellent for backing vocals. However, nobody can deny the aesthetic or influence of the J200. A piece of history. As an aside, I note that Gibson recommend string it with 11-53. Interesting. As another aside, Stefan Grossman said that Rev Gary's J200 sounded 'like a washing machine' - I guess he never changed the strings! Great lick, too, which I will be immediately ripping off for Dylan's 'As I walked out one morning.' Thanks, Tony.

[@Haroun-El-Poussah]

Stefan Grossman took guitar lessons from Rev. Gary Davis when he was 15... Gossman speak about Rev. Gary's personal guitar You can hear him speaking about Rev. Gary here, at 11:18 kzbin.info/www/bejne/iWLcqaOurrqhrqM Prepare to a shock learning in which condition Rev. Gary lived...

[@HayesTech]

I actually like the sound of the "Inspired by Gibson Epiphone j200" over the actual Gibson. I also like the mustache bridge on the Epiphone better and I actually like the sound out of the Epiphone as opposed to the Gibson. That's just my preference and everyone has different preferences. The Gibson J200 has definitely inspired a lot of people and is one of Gibson's best guitars made.

[@6806goats1]

Same here but I've never plated a real Gibson J200, Could only afford the Epiphone EJC200 leftie version. Maybe I'll get good enough to consider one later on. They're both beautiful instruments.

[@HayesTech]

@@6806goats1 Not too familiar with the J200 EJC. I think that one has a solid top and laminated back and sides, from the search that I did. They also offered it in all black, which is a beautiful looking guitar. The step up to the " Inspired By Gibson" line up gets you a solid Sitka spruce top and solid Maple back and sides. They are also about $900.00, which is about 1/6 the cost of the Gibson. 6ou will also get those that will snub the Epiphone because it isn't made in the US. I'm not one of those people. I don't care where it's made. It's how it sounds that matters most.

[@thalstantrailwalker2393]

Guild F512 maple (or the 412) The F50 is you insist on a 6 string, but the J200 is mighty close there and I would not want to pick a winner. Gibson J200 is a great guitar, but for me, one of the best things about jumbos is how great they are at being 12 strings and producing that magical 12 string sound...

[@arnoldsnewvintage]

I used to have a red one, only two made for Europe. They sound great.

[@cristiansperanta4802]

You had what looked like a Vintage Martin OM (maybe pre-war it looked like a Hog with lots of beat up character)....that was sweet !! Of Course Santa Cruz are always winners...

[@haroldgamble9781]

Tony, the Martin J41 Special is a sweet big body guitar. Not too many made. Have you played one?

[@juddharrell2652]

I looking for a kit for an acoustics. Do you know where I can get ahold of one? I like Gibson 2100 I think that you were playing a couple of videos back.

[@Southernguitar74]

I have a 2006 J200. Highly flamed maple back and sides, and all the way up the neck and the headstock. It’s a beautiful, outstanding guitar. I’ve owned a bunch of nice guitars, but this J200 is like a Steinway piano. I will never part with it.

[@cjsden7703]

My dream is to own an SJ-200N like Elvis had. However I do have an Epiphone J200 Elvis model which is really cool, now I’m told that it’s the same as Gibson as Gibson owns Epiphone. Loved this video you did, would there be any chance you have any info on the Epiphone J200 ?

[@stephensmith799]

I’m trying to choose between a Gibson J200 and a Martin J40 or J41. I like the ‘boom’ of the J200 but also the sheer ‘friendliness’ of the J40 sound🤔

[@jackiet4575]

I traded an SJ-200 Epiphone for a Koa Taylor. I also traded in a couple of other guitars with it as well and of all of them I kick myself hardest over that SJ-200. Although I really luuuvvvv my Koa Taylor!

[@jingler_bob]

I like these jawns

[@DaveAlexandermusic]

Yeap. Correct great video

[@wonicles]

I have and love a 2001 J-100 XTRA. See Amos Lee. Mine has been well cared for. It has a bit of finish checking now, but I have never found a better sounding recording guitar. It is a bit different from a 200, not and dressed up and a mahogany neck. I would have a hard time trading up to a 200, I love the less appointed version that I have.

[@paullongshore6218]

i love the old Martins 1935-1958 !!!

[@texhaines9957]

I've tried several Gibson SJ-200s but none of the Gibson necks felt correct for me. Iris Guitar ND-200 would be a better fit as it's Iris Guitar's take on the SJ-200 but with a better (for me) neck.

[@catherineabbott6249]

I love the sound of the Gibson J200, but it is too big for me to hold comfortably. I'm 5'3" and reaching around a jumbo is challenging. That said, I am very curious about the Emerald X30, a sculpted carbon fiber guitar. I wonder if the 3-dimensional sculpting would be enough for me to play a deep rumbling jumbo guitar. Are there other luthier who sculpt their guitar bodies to make the guitars easier to hold?

[@johnwashburn3793]

So, which of your guitars am I partial to... This reminds me of a trip through Utah once this ol' boy named Smith asks me which of his wives was the prettiest. I told him, "Mrs Smith " of course. So if it's not this Martin it surely is the next, or the Bougy. I am very fond of your Mule and if you tire of it please let me know...or even your other Mule or any of those. Great show. How do I get adopted into the 'fam'?

[@johnwashburn3793]

...upon further thought, the Bible says not to covet my neighbor's ass, which would include your Mule, so I know I'll never get my wonderful wife to go for it. Please keep playing yours and I will enjoy from here.

[@OldManWithAGuitar]

I have some questions about the acoustic challenge. Can anyone tell me how much a membership is in USD and how much a lifetime membership is please?

[@leftwrite]

Had a J200 back in the 90s. Made in the Flatiron shop in Bozeman. Sold it in '96 - the absolute biggest mistake in my guitar playing years.

[@quietwyatt4045]

The best jumbo ever? I love the jumbos. The J200 pretty much defined the jumbo shape (“form-factor” in nerd-newspeak). Guild was the first guitar maker to make their own versions of it. While the Guild jumbos look very similar to the Gibson, it’s not accurate to call them rip-offs. They’re more different than they are alike in construction and especially in sound. The Gibson is much brighter sounding. The Guild F50s are more chime or bell-like with a noticeably longer decay And (IMO, until the recent advent of Yamaha’s LL-16-12 which utilizes Yamaha’s proprietary jumbo body), Guild’s F-412 and some F-512 jumbos were the industry standard for 12-string acoustics. The extremely rare Guild F-612, the biggest guitar ever built at that time, and of which only 6 to 11 specimens - depending on who you ask - are said to exist, is the “holy grail” of jumbos.

[@guitar5920]

Guild Jf30 all day long

[@stevedix3695]

Arguing over when the j200 was made, is like arguing about how old the world is, what difference does it make.

[@davidhurry8729]

Does anyone know anything about Kansas guitars as I have a Kansas acoustic guitar

[@blessedkingemboss]

I feel like am in the promised land.Honey and milk inside this channel. Powerful History.

[@amateurstrummers]

Hi Tony . Hey guitar playing friends. I have another question that i couldn't wait to ask. What do you think about that 7 string acoustic. I heard one today and it sounded nice and i am interested but i don't know if i bought one, if the novelty would wear off, if you know what i mean. Would i be sorry i bought a 7 string instead of a 6 string in the future. I would really like your opinion. Thank you very much.

[@amateurstrummers]

Hey There guitar brothers and sisters. I don't know anything about any Jumbo guitars. I wish i did. But i have question and could use some advice. I am looking to buy a new acoustic guitar. I don't have a lot of money but there has to be a good beautiful sounding guitar out there right that wont put me bankrupt? I would love your opinions. Thank you in advance. Your Canadian guitar playing friend..

[@scottbagley9329]

Look at Seagull Guitars. I have a Mini Jumbo Rustic model that I got used from Guitar Center for $200. It's a little dinged up but sounds great and feels good. Also, I'm very intrigued by Orangewood guitars although I've not played one.

[@carlosmoronta585]

Hi how much please

[@leslauraspurs]

They are also VERY LOUD

[@Haroun-El-Poussah]

I favour my 1975 Aria "lawsuit": sounds the same looks the same except for no "Dirty-Sanchez" moustache, plays the same... What makes the difference? €480 instead of €6000 I let my dentist or my lawyer buy Gibson's, I buy musical instruments rather than legends! In terms of 12 strings jumboes, the best one I EVER touched is the Hagström BJ-12. I knew an early 70's one belonging to an old bluesman, I found my 1968 one for €670 in near mint condition. You definitively have heard the BJ-12: Space Oddity : that's it! Bowie kept his for his whole life. The Beatles, Frank Zappa, Genesis and Cat Stevens used it too. Play some Pink Floyd 12str acoustic stuff on it and one thing for sure, the Martin D12-28 is no more on your buy list... Then... I know it's a very different world but... I love my 1986 Ovation Elite 1768-C (cedar top instead of Sitka on regular 1768), these are the deep-bowl Ovations, those which really sound, probably the loudest acoustic guitars around, thanks to the roundback and the multi-holes... The regular 1768 sounds like DiMeola's 1769 Custom Legend but louder. The 1768-C sounds much warmer and punchier. It's my preferred Ovation since the time of the ADGPA conventions! There were a lot of Ovation users in the Atkins/Dadi possee as late Marcel Dadi (who died on Flight TWA800) was an Ovation endorser. I didn't liked his personal signature model which I tried when I jammed with him , but I freaking liked the 1768-C I tried during a convention, it's absolutely awesome. Excpect spending €750 for a regular 1768, €1600 for a 1769 DiMeola signature and €950 for a 1768-C but since mine has the left horn on the headstock broken, I got it with its molded ABS hardcase for cheaper than dirt : €300 (!!!) Moreover, 1768-C are absolutely gorgeous: www.dolphin-gt.co.jp/stock/7500/ova_ce1768_7500_sp.jpg And you can really shred, they won't saturate like other acoustics!

[@davidbolger7672]

I like'em but would prefer Martin J-40.

[@terrymattingly6843]

Sorry, the neck is too narrow. Also, as I age, I REALLY don't need a guitar larger and bolder than my Santa Cruz D-12 Norman Blake.

[@JohnnyRebKy]

The Gibson Advanced Jumbo will drown out a J200. I’ve done it 👍🏻. The J200 may be bigger but it’s not the loudest and most powerful

[@jesseman123]

So why do most j200 bridges have 4 Pearl inlays and some have 2?

[@seangrover140]

J200 rosewood is the best sounding guitar of all time.

[@tadpoleinnit2643]

How well are Gibsons made? The Driftwood Guitar's guy cut a Gibson G-45 in half and was less than flattering about the innards. If you're playing top dollar you should expect the best.

[@paulshiver4592]

Horse crap

[@bribo134]

Wasn’t it a G 45 that Driftwood cut in half?

[@paulshiver4592]

@@bribo134 I own 3 J-45’s . Not planning to cut any of them in 1/2. Love all of them.. don’t know who driftwood is, but sounds like an idiot.

[@bribo134]

@@paulshiver4592 you are fortunate to own 3. Driftwood is a luthier with a KZbin channel.

[@JackTheRabbitMusic]

Gibson = Junk Pile Their QC is non-existent. Over-built and over-priced American guitars are best suited for firewood. If you spend that kinda money, get something that's actuality worth that kinda money. Gibson is a brand for snobs, and/or for collecting to sell at a profit later on. I realize I'm talking in an echo chamber, but hey, we all have our own thoughts and ideas. Peace. 🐰💙🇺🇲🎸🎶🤝✌️

[@DaveAlexandermusic]

The problem I have with my Gibsons G20 I had three of them and the problem I ran into was they were using cheap Fretz they should be automatically stainless Fretz and they’re not they’re aluminum and they dent very easily and it’s $1000 to take off the binding and have it redone, which I find hideous when they could’ve prevented that when you spent the five grand to buy the guitarthat’s what pisses me off about Gibson

[@bobdavis761]

Too big for me. Even my dreads (J-45, D-28) feel oversized. Martin OMs are my preferred size. I've got an OM-28, OM-18, OME Cherry, and 000-28 that are all the most comfortable guitars I've ever played.

[@russellharris5072]

I you want to see a holistic approach to guitar playing,check out Marcin and make sure you're sitting down when you do.....................

[@JackTheRabbitMusic]

thanks for the tip. I can't fall asleep standing up. 🤣

[@andrewhartnett2140]

Shouldn’t a socialist be appalled by such over abundance in luxury goods? Instead they are jealous? We must only have according to our need right? I guess we can all expect a sizable guitar collection for ourselves in the coming utopia? Great episode. Just having some fun.

[@stevecroft5068]

I'm a socialist, and I play a Gibson J100xtra😁

[@multipipi1234]

Nope. Egmonds were. Made your fingers bleed All laminate. Played guitar in the morning with it and cricket in the afternoon. Dutch company ...made you into tough player. I still have it.

[@multipipi1234]

Sounds really bad.🤫😄🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿