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[@coreycongilio]

Now that’s a killer demo! Great to see the final results!

[@ColtCapperrune]

Thanks for jumping in for a second!

[@tyler35661]

Which Martin is Corey playing at the end? Both sound incredible!

[@ColtCapperrune]

@@tyler35661 I don’t recall the model, but he mentions it in his video that we did together. There’s a link in the description of this video to go check out his video

[@tyler35661]

@@ColtCapperrune thanks I’ll check it out! Thanks for the killer content Brotha! Looking for an acoustic myself right now so this was super helpful

[@coreycongilio]

@@tyler35661 Martin 000-18 Modern Deluxe

[@ChocolatePuppies]

The first guitar was just 🤯 so amazing sounding. Like you said great sustain but so full sounding, it’s definitely a guitar that would make the recording process so easy it just sounds so good.

[@moderndynamics]

I own a Songwriter as well! I fell in love with it the minute I read all the specs on it! You have good taste, my friend.

[@ninjaneer1974]

Colt, from the first chord...the first Gibson did all those things you talked about. playing the other two were just due diligence from that point on, for me. haha happy for you, brother!

[@ColtCapperrune]

I agree! Thanks for watching!

[@CGDGCD]

Good news is you found the perfect guitar for you. Bad news is that you (like me) will never stop searching for (and eventually buying) another 'perfect' guitar. It's an addiction but it ain't hurting anyone... just your wallet. Great video. ps - Corey sent me here

[@uvp5000]

So, we share a similar problem. Now, repeat after me: I can stop anytime I want. If anyone believes me, I can fund my next acoustic purchase with the big bridges I will sell them. Maybe I shouldn't have typed those words out loud.

[@Owenrenesings]

Try Collings, I picked one up at a store after playing the usual suspects Gibson J45, Dove, and J200. I also played whole host of Martins, Gretch, and Taylor guitars that day. I should clarify that that day I had the privilege of going into a guitar store and attempting to find the one. I’m and audio engineer in Minneapolis and have been producing and recording people for a while now, so my playing in mainly functional. I don’t need anything flashy. I need a tool that sounds good and gets the job done. I picked up a Collings CJ, it was a mockup from 2008 of a prewar era advanced jumbo. The moment I picked up that guitar it was over. It didn’t fight me, it sounded just as big as my D35 and just as articulate as my 814. But it played so much better. I haven’t picked up anything since…thanks for the video, it was super fun to watch you search around and play through some instruments!

[@GeorgeAmodei21]

Congrates! I totally understand, you want it to just POP out at you when you see Quality and hear it's Toneallity

[@ColtCapperrune]

💯

[@scottschmittmusic]

I tried out a Guild Dv4 Tacoma Washington made and It totally spoke to me.. had that vibration in your chest.. nice and loud and alive without all the gloss.. can't find Another

[@sherpajeff]

you have described exactly the journey I was on and what I wanted an acoustic guitar to do when I found my....wait for it....gibson songwriter deluxe studio back in 2011. i have since put in tusq bridge pins and had it refretted with jumbo steel...sustain that Nigel Tufnel would be proud of! on another note I have played many Songwriters since 2011 and have not found another that comes close to my original. Thanks for the vid. Jeff

[@JoshuaKrell]

Colt I’ve always steered away from rosewood guitars in a dreadnought size because according to my luthier they typically aren’t as balanced as mahogany. I notice when I record a smaller guitar like a 00 or OM the rosewood is a perfect blend with the smaller size. With a dreadnought rosewood for specifically recording can often be overly boomy. Obviously mic placement plays a big part of that, but what are your thoughts on that. Both of my luthiers who I trust always have told me stay clear. Also, I have a client with multiple high end vintage martins worth small fortunes that were gorgeous in the room but some of the hardest guitars I’ve ever recorded. They are all rosewood back and sides dreds.

[@ColtCapperrune]

So Rosewood is certainly going to be boom compared to something like Maple, no doubt. But this is one of the best sounding guitars on tape I’ve ever recorded. For me personally when looking at acoustic guitars it’s always about the total package. The size, the bracing, the woods, and the overall construction method all work together to create a sound. I’ve played Guitars with all combinations that I’ve hated, and guitars with those same combinations of wood that I’ve loved. So for me it’s not as simple as this would sounds bad and this would sounds good. It’s the total package. Hope that helps!

[@blakemoss7305]

Colt, Brother...this video is a complete re-run of my quest years back!!! I hit every music store within 50 miles of Salt Lake, picking up Martins, Taylors, Collins, all the heavy hitters...in search for "that" dream guitar. Many months later, I kept coming back to a sexy Songwriter Deluxe that I ultimately threw down for. LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this guitar! Like a fine wine, wouldn't trade my 2006 for nothin'! Inspiring review, cheers Bud...

[@ricardosotosan2279]

I love the Gibson songwriter. I had one a few years ago but regrettably sold it. The huge difference with the songwriter and the other models you played is that the songwriter has the standard scale length, which give the strings more pop. The other two had Gibson shorter scale length.

[@truthof7382]

Thank you I was wondering if anyone was going to pint that out. Makes a huge difference is sonically.

[@danharris2253]

That makes sense. I closed my eyes listening and I could have swore it sounded just like my D28. Gorgeous guitar. Gibson definitely adds some extra styling to them over Martin. Martin gets ebony now on board and bridge on the 28. Seems like it could be a tough choice between the two for a lot of people.

[@kylendmonasco355]

This video sold me on getting one a year ago. Love it so much

[@JakelikejakefromSF4936]

I have a 2007 Songwriter. It is my dream acoustic. Never letting it go. Good choice!

[@JeffAulich]

Watched this video 10 times before buying one at Gibson Garage. It was down to this and the J-45. Figured I couldn’t lose with either. And sounded just more modern voiced.

[@MKLS]

Colt your playing is insane! Would LOVE to have you on my next World Wide Shred Collab! 🥳🔥

[@danymalsound]

Could watch you play all day, brother! Great work, as usual! Cheers

[@ColtCapperrune]

Appreciate it man! Thanks for watching

[@YngHstlr]

I’m not really a huge guitar guy but I just wanted to drop by & leave a comment to show support cause I love your vids, letting the vid run for average watch time and a like for the algorithm 🤝 keep up the great work bro

[@HarryNicNicholas]

i finally got a 60's epiphone texan after nearly forty years of trawling the ads.

[@a.m.phaneuf6164]

Totally agree. It has to really resonate, literally and ‘emotionally’…and yes, i like to bang out some chords, in a percussion way

[@stephenlennartz3466]

I'm typically a Taylor guy... 816ce and koa mini-plus... but last week I was at a music store and saw a Gibson J-45. I'd not played one before, so I thought what the heck. The connection was instant-- its just a great fit! Awesome sound. Tight on the low end, which really caught my ear. And it lays well sonically to support a vocal. Two hours later, I reluctantly parted ways. Still thinking about that J-45. Now I'm looking at color options... Lord, help me. 😎🙏🎸👍

[@Dizzle7771]

I have a 2012 Custom Gibson SJ 200, Sikta top, Rosewood back and sides. I have not played a single acoustic that has come close. I can vouch for that wood combination on a Gibson, enjoy!

[@jerrymckenzie6205]

As soon as you played the first guitar (without even hearing the other 2) I thought yep, that's the one! Congrats!!

[@MichaelAntus]

Much respect. I came here because of Corey...

[@ColtCapperrune]

Thanks for stopping by!

[@PompdUpFishin]

The songwriter is my dream guitar. Just perfect for the sound signature that I love

[@producerdanieldennis]

The acoustic guitar quest is always a fun one, loved watching the buying process and taking a peek inside Sweetwater!

[@JMSDyt]

Colt! you are an amazing guitarrist!!!

[@ColtCapperrune]

Appreciate it!

[@Bluestar-1969]

The Songwriter was my favorite sounding one.

[@TimMilliken]

I played a songwriter deluxe ovangkol 15 yrs ago that got away. I bought a Songwriter EC last year over an HD28. It’s a fantastic investment.

[@robertmachtmusik]

Exactly the type of sound I’m looking for right now!

[@ColtCapperrune]

Awesome! Hope the video helped!

[@robertmachtmusik]

@@ColtCapperrune absolutely! Just need to find a good used one with similar specs now 👌🏼

[@jwf2125]

Maybe hard to hear on my laptop, but it sure sounded like you picked the right one. BUT, is it true that Gibson's tend to break between the headstock and neck?

[@williamreaves3780]

I relate to him completely. I was looking, and looking, and looking. I couldn't find the right guitar. A few years back I found one that I don't have anymore. It was a Taylor 614. BRILLIANT ! When I began looking again, the acoustic guitars were terrible. I thought a MARTIN would work, and bought it. BIG MISTAKE. I bought the NAME for $3,000. It sucked. I'm going to try and do some sort of trade so I can get one that plays and feels right. Wish me luck!!!

[@melaniefayemusic]

Nice! I wonder what the science is behind the first guitar sounding so different than the second one of the same wood, same brand, same year of construction, but just a slightly different body shape and bridge design. That and maybe a slightly different neck shape

[@melaniefayemusic]

After doing some research, I've come to the conclusion that the first guitar sounds different because it has a 25.5" scale length instead of Gibson's typical 24.75" and sounds like it may have a lighter string gauge. There's probably more reasons, but that probably has a lot to do with it

[@TheK9rocker]

Hey Colt great review !! Actually picked up a songwriter Standard myself. Was just wondering what thickness and what kind of pick you use for your acoustic

[@Emberesque]

I played one at the Gibson Garage last year in Nashville, and that thing was so ridiculously perfect. The one I played was actually a demo, too, and I was still blown away by the quality of the guitar both physically and audibly. People often forget about it or ignore it in the lineup because it’s somewhat of a baby compared to the other more iconic models, but the Songwriter is every bit as good. I’d argue that it’s even better than their iconic models. One of the best in Gibson’s entire acoustic collection.

[@ColtCapperrune]

No doubt, I would argue this is the best acoustic guitar Gibson makes at the moment!

[@MrPeter924]

Great video great music song playing guitar 🎸. So sound great audio. Great show

[@ColtCapperrune]

Thanks so much!

[@atato1331]

Gibson has that distinct sound i use to listen to when i was starting to play.

[@DavidDurham-sn4yk]

Wow I'm amazed at how nice that guitar is.

[@keithferris9574]

Every acoustic I have sampled in a store that blew me away was a Gibson.

[@Bloemanstudio]

Greatttt content sir! Big up from Spain

[@lelandstronks319]

That one would’ve been my choice. Great job. Enjoy that beautiful guitar.👍🤗

[@646627jd]

I bought my first Songwriter in 2017. It's a Deluxe Model . It's a BADASS Guitar. It's one of Gibsons best Models. And a MARTIN M-36. IS A GREAT GUITAR For recording. Its one of MARTIN'S best keep Secrets.

[@bryanthosse0103]

Great content man! What a beautiful guitar to be played by a great player! keep up this awesomeness man:)

[@kevfirey7799]

congratulations on finding THEE Guitar , I,m still searching

[@TonyThomas10000]

You picked the one I would have picked. Would love to get some samples of that one!

[@emptytombprod]

Have you ever A/B those Neumann with Royer 121s? Got a set and they sound amazing.

[@ColtCapperrune]

Personally I’ve never been a fan of the 121 on acoustic guitars. It lacks a bit of vibe compared to like a 4038 or something. However it’s one of my favorite electric guitar microphones

[@omegavisualbranding]

I had the feeling of my guitar that sounded to my expectations by chance and that was the Takamine GD 20NS, and that is a 10th of the price of the Gibsons. The Gibsons are really very good guitars. Very beutiful comparison.

[@jongriffin2608]

Hi Colt, I have a Gibson J45, its a 57, so nice vintage, it sounds great in the hand, but not been the easiest to record well, are you pleased with how yours is recording? I have to mike it a couple of feet back or the bass gets a bit much. Like you I have the km184s, so need to try the xy again, how far have you got these back and what you pointing at ish? Cheers! Jon

[@lawrencerasmus]

You have to mic it straight down from the top right

[@NicholasANappiNick]

Great choice

[@ChrisThomasBone]

Have you ever tried the ORTF stereo configuration for micing acoustic guitar? It's my absolute favorite!

[@kenthrift5605]

To me, the J45 sounds great.. Hummingbird is not as full sounding. I've tried quite a few of them over the years but didn't find one that sounded as good as your demo. I finally settled on a Martin D18. Once in awhile you come across the one that just is right.

[@MI7DJT]

Hey Colt. If you ever get a chance to try a Freshman, jump on it! You'll love their guitars instantly.

[@lafinestracatalana8340]

The best is the d-28 my friend in sound,construction stability for decades.

[@OrionValencia]

Bro!!! I work at Sweetwater. Wish I would've known you were coming through. Hope you had fun! Who's your sales engineer??

[@ColtCapperrune]

That’s awesome! I was there a couple weeks ago. Chris Kress is my sales engineer

[@OrionValencia]

@@ColtCapperrune awesome! Chris is a cool dude. Super smart. I always recommend your channel to my customers. Thanks for all the great content!

[@ColtCapperrune]

@@OrionValencia Really appreciate that!

[@CurlyJefferson482]

The first Gibson suits you bro

[@summerman2]

I have a songwrite deluxe from about 2005 I played it against d28and taylor 714 and It was better to me. I still love it but wish it had 24 3/4 scale like humming bird. Mine has ebony on bridge and fretboard. Some now are rosewood bridge and fretboard. Ebony baby ebony 1

[@freestater8956]

You picked the best one. The J45 is a smaller body, and it sounds like it . . . more of a parlor guitar flavor. The Hummingbird has too much plastic on the soundboard which deadens the sound. You made the best choice. Also, Sweetwater rocks.

[@RobAndKim444]

Does the Songwriter come in a Studio version also?

[@tonycarpenter-Makzimia]

I had that guitar, loved the sound of it, never loved the neck. I bought it on special from Sweetwater along with an SG for an amazing price deal. Shame, hope you get years and years of enjoyment out of it. I'll stick to my Taylors

[@lawrencerasmus]

Why not a Guild D55

[@drewygottabass8074]

Awesome choice for a guitar. Very dynamic and full sound is what turned me on when I got my Songwriter. It really is amazing and a underrated model from Gibson. 🤟🏻

[@crazywisdom2]

def. #1

[@dibuccio]

Lovely 😊

[@jazzlehazzle]

DOPE, that one's very you! Badass!

[@shred5]

You made the right choice. The Songwriter sounded the best of the three and I don''t have to second guess that.

[@JohnFournierMusic]

I'm seein a rad Audioscape shirt. Do you happen to use (or have you used) any of their stuff in the past?

[@bruunm1975]

Ok just lost my shit laughing when I saw Corey at end. As you guys each half one half of a goatee… hahahaha besides that amazing video ;) and amazing half goatees hahahaha.

[@vadenk4433]

Where’s the bottom end at? Might be the mics but the low end is MIA to my ears.

[@zvonimirtosic6171]

Did you try Gibson's Jumbo guitars, or Martin's J-40? Just asking …

[@ColtCapperrune]

Sure did! There was no way to put everything I tried in this video as I have played hundreds over the past four years, and probably played dozens of guitars here at Sweetwater

[@zvonimirtosic6171]

@@ColtCapperrune You made a good choice. Congratulations.

[@mxvidstosee]

Compare the 184 to the „84“ of Neumann you gonna freak ! and of course nothing beats KM 54 an KM 86, but they´re on the pricey side unfortunately..but the Guitar is quite good. Congrats !

[@ColtCapperrune]

Used the 84 many times, they are great! Going for a bit more than I think they are worth though…

[@mxvidstosee]

Yeah I the theory is that a guitar finds you and not you who is finding the Guitar😂

[@mxvidstosee]

At the end of the day it’s about the music. Especially in the Mix, the differences between the microphones are melting away a bit. If you just look at one leave of grass or if you looking at I a piece of lawn, you don’t see that that single leave of grass anymore. Music first❗️Hunting and chasing gear is an endless quest. Like a good singer sounds great on every microphone 50 bugs or 25K, no big difference.. but the KM184 might be a bit harsh compare to the KM84 or KM86. But as I said, at the end of the day, who cares.

[@stefanocavaliere2168]

Songwriter rules!

[@kailaniandi]

Put wooden pegs on it for way better tune, tone and sustain. I'll be making them again out of rosewood.

[@JchunV]

3:52 what chords are you playing? Or song

[@iepiphanyl5372]

Hummingbird Studio is like a nerfed Hummingbird. It takes everything that makes the Hummingbird great and tunes the dial down by like 3 out of 5 notches

[@blindcanseemusic]

I didn't think there would be any guitar or capo that would allow a guitar to be capo'd to the 12 th fret and not need re-tuning, especially if you are recording. Sorry to doubt that comment.

[@bobaldo2339]

Guitar #1 is clearly the best.

[@envisiotube]

The first is so much better than the others ...

[@bbro300zx]

I found it is little confusing which models you were testing.. it would have been nice if you had referred to their model names with each demo.. I think you mentioned the G-45 and a Songwriter.. but it was a little unclear..

[@ColtCapperrune]

I said each of the model names immediately before playing them

[@dantedimaano9556]

Get a Martin D28 and you will be happy.

[@PeekCandy]

3:52, 5:03, 6:24.

[@PinoyGrayMatter]

1st guitar

[@mikemarcos3734]

Gibson Songwriter Standard

[@gigifara9312]

martin always beats gibson for me

[@petethompson3510]

Is this sponserd by Gibson ;) ?

[@ColtCapperrune]

Actually sponsored by Sweetwater, like all of my videos 🤘🏻

[@petethompson3510]

@@ColtCapperrune Either way, good choice!

[@johnhulsker9123]

you don't need a guitar, you need a handsaw,

[@fp3359]

Paid by G & S ?!

[@roberteccles3896]

I believe there's no perfect guitar my yamaha is just as good the j200 or Martin omc or gs mini they have different sounds and feel and all my favourite they are family are you pushing for gibson sales if not it looks lt

[@KaneGregory]

I’m sorry but a D35 or D45 would put those to shame shame I say!🎸🤯🔫

[@oskocio]

First!

[@dindjarin1961]

I just bought the same guitar in Rosewood sunburst in August 2022. And now I am in financial trouble and need to sell it for a huge loss and for 2 months now I can't give it away. I posted it on eBay, Reverb, Facebook and Craigslist and no one is interested. Listed on Reverb and Facebook under Jaguar Guitars and eBay under Arraylist. 😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨😮‍💨

[@Jasper_Yay636]

Stop spreading false information Sweetwater. They only check higher end guitars. Intonation? BS. Semper Fi. Nice choice amigo. I see what you like pretty tickler. Looking into one first opportunity. Needing a Rosewood Dread for addiction purposes. H-28 SB or MD, Rosewood Deluxe, D-55? Prefer no electronics as this field has not peaked.

[@PompdUpFishin]

I don’t understand for the life of me why anybody likes a J-45. Yeah it’s a Gibson classic… but that’s all. The Hummingbird and songwriter though, sooo great. They both sounds so good, and are comfortable to play.

[@adamg8801]

I'm exactly the same mate. I spent a long time finding the one. Just when I was giving up hope, I spotted a Gibson Southern Jumbo up in the heavens, a few cobwebs were on the headstock because nobody had touched it for over a year. I picked it up and the rest was history. The Songwriters are consistent and amazing, yours sounds 👌🏻. Enjoy!

[@tardis67]

Cool. You picked the same guitar that I have. I knew it when I picked my Songwriter up and played the Bm intro chord to Pinball Wizard, I had the same experience that you did. Congrats!!!

[@pvalenti]

I had the good fortune of coming into some money once, and I went and shopped just like this. I literally tried everything and paid ZERO attention to price...I just wanted to zero in on a guitar to use LIVE, that played great and sounded great. I already knew that I wanted to use the Crate Telluride Acoustic Amp. SO I plugged in everything that I auditioned into that amp. I have a be honest guys... I tried everything I really wanted to like a Taylor or Martin, and they played great but the electronics were crap, or sounded crap comparatively. I wound up buying a high-end Takamine for around $1600 with case that had their Cool Tube Pre-Amp which I found added a nice saturation for lead and finger style work. Now having said all of that...for the STUDIO, my choice would NOT have been a Takamine although those are also generally more comfortable for me to play traditionally. I have to say that Breedlove mid sized guitars and Martin large guitars always sound best to me in the studio when I am able to use specific mics and techniques that are simply not available in a live setting. If I had to have an all-in-one guitar today, It would probable be a Breedlove paired with an LR Baggs Paracoustic Di plugged in direct for live and mic'd in the studio, maybe even with the DI captured as well.

[@Huberton]

Yes. The first one you've tried was much better than the others. 👍

[@stupendousmusic4190]

Great Demo👏🏻 I'm a HUGE Gibson acoustic fan myself❣️

[@DraftZJ]

i don’t play enough acoustic guitar at the moment to warrant buying an expensive one, but i’m sure I’ll be checking out the gibson’s when i do. all of them sounded great

[@GeoZero]

The Gibson Acoustic Songwriter is definitely a beautiful sounding guitar.

[@johnnywalkerguitar]

"This guitar has perfect sustain" hahaha. Killer man! And that tail on the pickguard may keep you from wearing a hole in it! Cant wait to come give that baby a spin!