Seagull Merlin Guitar Test Drive (Improv + Explanation)

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[@DH-iw5bp]

Play first, talk later. Instrument reviewers take note: this dude gets it.

[@fairplaylad420]

Plus Doggo!

[@rxw5520]

It's fascinating to hear that with a little bending this transforms from an Appalachian sound to an Indian sound.

[@Crybaby_Club]

What a crazy looking thing. You got a great sound out of it though. It. It has so many different sounds just coming out of it. I hear Indian Mandolin, Scottish/Irish banjo as you say and some bluegrass/country. A truly mesmerising sound.

[@DannyHauger]

It sounds great!

[@cameronbrwdway9486]

Can't tell if the dog is tired or just really feeling the fuck outta that groove.

[@luvinfunvan]

Easily one of the best demo's of this instrument. You illustrate the versatility fantastically. Thanks!

[@gozenpatch]

Perfect for road trips

[@HisDudenessssss]

Just tried one of these out after playing mandolin for a few years. Very fun little instrument. I think im gonna pick one up when I get paid.

[@1849ad]

4:16 There's another dog to the left!

[@pfatalbert]

+madsaint haha, I didn't notice until I came to the comments!

[@blisteredvision]

Dafuq?

[@blakesperia]

It was always there

[@UcanThnkItuCanDoit]

Holy SHIT you can really play that thing man!

[@downhill240]

It has a unique sound. I would like to hear it played accompanying a guitar. I wish I could just pick up an instrument and start jamming like you. Maybe if I pay more attention and work harder at learning I will! Thanks for sharing your love of stringed instruments with us!!

[@80sEdit]

Dog looks so stoned.

[@amalia-georgiasotiropoulou1379]

***** the guy is shaking his leg and that makes the dog shake his head...

[@Sam-rz3rd]

Lilo Sot LOL! ;)

[@Mule-mh2ms]

Took me until 5:30 to see the other dog to his right lol totally blends in with the pillows

[@stevelewis8620]

You do a great job showing the possibilities on a little diatonic instrument. I have an old "strum stick". The Seagull looks much easier to play with a wider finger board, and sounds nicer with a larger body than the strum stick.

[@amelie2292]

And the dog keeps time...head goes side to side...can he sing?

[@audsnaps1793]

would you do a tutorial on these songs? I bought my merlin because of this video and I just love these songs.

[@JohnNoirSmith]

Part of me regrets parting with one of these (but in spruce), part of me remembers how I didn't actually make any songs on it, and probably never would have. And realize I have VERY limited space now. But it ALWAYS sounds amazing and is just the most fun instrument to pickup no matter your musical level I've ever come across! It's like a string version of the kazoo - anyone can play it!

[@dorvalis9564]

I’m buying one based on this video alone. You shredded on that thing. Thanks!!

[@spalovicmilivoje]

7:32 epic dog on the right hahahaha,scared to the sound of merlin

[@GeanieVincent]

I really like the Oud style ornamentation you use when you play

[@MusicalMuse]

Love new instruments!! Thanks for posting this, have added it to my playlist!

[@brianvelasquez7376]

Dude that's amazing man... Never heard anything about an instumen like this!!!! Nice upload man!!!

[@Sam-rz3rd]

Nice Demo! 1:42 "Chuck!"

[@Tigaj]

That looks like the instrumental version of a packraft. Totally portable and fun, gotta have one. That looks like So much fun! Thanks for posting this.

[@magicdave93]

This is brilliant the dog is right in the grove, thanks for sharing buddy

[@TimmyCVideos]

The dog is great! I like the stylistic way you do the string stretching vibrato...

[@GlennMichaelThompson]

Looks and sounds like a lot of fun! Have to get one of these Seagull Merlin's. Thanks for the demo!!! :0)

[@LylyBennett]

Just bought one today, didn't have much time to play though, can't wait to play more

[@t_mama3599]

You're a talented man wonderful

[@Maguar83]

It looks like "John Butler - Ocean"

[@pfatalbert]

I'm thinking I need one of these... nicely done

[@paulstevens2839]

Awesome! These only go for $130 brand new.

[@wolfgangyoung6309]

i can't play a guitar or a banjo but for some reason i could playthis without even trying, it felt so natural i need 10 of em

[@His0wnFoot]

Can you do such a 'strumming and picking notes at the same time' lesson with a guitar?

[@ThePiedPlucker1]

-Is this in D A DD tuning? - what type of string does it take? Could I use acoustic guitar strings and if yes which ones? Thank you pls make more vids with this little thing its awesome!

[@reacts]

Martin Apergis they’re nylon and the tuning is indeed d a dd

[@macbeth01100]

Great stuff matey!!!

[@boby6328]

It would be pretty neat to see what you could come up with if you started playing it. Love your guitar lessons.

[@spookman117]

sounds really cool.

[@acrowley31188]

I own one of these. Sitar sound I am hearing on the pull off's very cool big ups

[@w1av]

Hahahaha that Chihuahua is funny. He looks like he might be mad cause his EARS are flat against his head! Then his ears slowly come out.

[@jesse4o8]

just ordered the mahogany one. so stoked!

[@michaelscott751]

Excellent playing even the little dog lovers it great video.

[@young_god1354]

I luv the sound it sounds like a banjo and I luv the sound of a banjo thinking about getting it 🤔

[@yeahson007]

That dog reminds me of "Dude wheres my car!"

[@jkeithbrown]

I'm transitioning to this instrument from the bagpipes....played the violin when I was younger. I love your "Sitar-esque" fingering! I'm opting for the Mahgony-top for that reason. Do you have any tutorials....I'm a neophyte.

[@sinatracann1591]

Hi Assaf , I don't normally ask for requests but please would you consider teaching baby's coming home by chet atkins/jerry reed. Been loving all your travis/ ragtime videos so far and this song would make a great addition. I have been trying to transcribe but my ear can't seem to pick everything out . Anyway thanks for all your hard work. Much appreciated.

[@yamahschector]

i need one now

[@FlashJockey1]

what you played reminded me a lot of Ocean by John Butler

[@TheProXeo]

Damn, you are right :-)

[@tyebrooks2704]

These were my thoughts exactly

[@SiggyMe]

Sound like a cross between a sitar, banjo, and ukulele. Very interesting......drones very well.

[@MariUSukulele]

dude... cutest dog ever :-)

[@JonathanRossHK]

Love that dog!

[@MedalionDS9]

Doggie is just nodding along to teh riddims

[@chrissoto7187]

Welp I’m sold

[@Neerano]

I have to say this banjo looks pretty, the dog is nice 2 xD

[@MrMan-sy4ev]

Looks like you’re putting your dogs to sleep. I really want one of these

[@ozskipper]

But can it play smoke on the water?

[@iantts7639]

Amazing sound! Btw, can you check on Michael lucareli's "Time in a bottle" arrangement?

[@bordecielqc7311]

LOL THE DOG XD

[@kingofallwhites]

The dog makes the video!!!

[@MaxAndresmusic]

That is a amesome Giuitar! You are amazing!

[@seanoneillsongs]

Will I need to make any adjustments if I swap the strings to play left handed - bridge etc? I have one on order.

[@mustomax]

just want to thank you for showing me this one. after seeing you clip I bought it. please have a look at my channel to see what I do with it. thanks once more....

[@patdenton7406]

Is the space between the strings farther apart than on a guitar?

[@shroomhilda]

Pat Denton yes it is.

[@somenerd2626]

Very much so actually

[@junrodriguez4250]

I find your guitar tutorials very helpful. Can you do ukulele tutorials?

[@fiftypeehead]

That thing sounds so cool, what's your tuning?

[@somenerd2626]

+Matt Campbell Standard tuning for Merlins is DADD, the two bottom strings are both tuned to D to give off a nice drone type sound

[@johnnyvara1937]

But does it Djent?

[@gdo6927]

Johnny Vara... 5 years ago called and they want their “does it djent” comment back...

[@51Dss]

sounds more like a sitar than anything else

[@ЕнотикПолоскун-л1ч]

remind ocean by john butler

[@marshallbrooksmusic]

Take my money!

[@Poiuy]

I’ve played one of these for 2 years now and everyone always asks if it’s a banjo... :/

[@Crybaby_Club]

*Sitar I meant sitar not mandolin

[@Pongant]

What is the tuning? Sounds really interesting.

[@andreosterlindh]

Pongolukandt most likely the standard for this instrument DADD

[@somenerd2626]

+andreosterlindh Yeah you're right, the bottom strings are DD to give off a nice droning sound

[@walterchayer4246]

oh wow !!!!!!!

[@JP-pm5hj]

Does someone know where I can find tutorials for this instrument? Thanks!

[@macbeth01100]

I just bought one. I'm a drummer but I 'play' guitar. Wanna join my band?

[@thepestification]

How much does that thing cost?

[@MrCythos]

It shouldn't be too hard to find. You can find it on amazon for about $130 from Seagull.

[@1097jad]

~130 american dollars just google Seagull merlin

[@thepestification]

thanks bro

[@RippSnortin]

Your doggie is rock in out.

[@andorrasrevenge1683]

Nice plaing, dog gone good!

[@andrewforster9665]

Harambe cried.

[@FrazySting]

nice

[@soulvaccination8679]

The dog looks mad as f.You can't tell but the dog to the left has his paws over his ears

[@52hd2ru9kr4]

Please do With or Without You - U2

[@deeman524]

Its not instrument man its you!

[@shoma63]

Fur elise - Beethoven

[@darktempter575]

I'm fairly new to your channel, but I love what you do. Any chance you can do some Nine Inch Nails finger style covers? I'd really like to see "Hurt" because I play an acoustic version. "Ruiner", "Last", or "Something I Can Never Have" would also be cool. Actually, any song would be amazing. Thanks for sharing your time, knowledge, and talent.

[@Sashphoenix]

Your dog looks worried

[@reddy747]

ma come si accorda il dulcimer?

[@littlebeanchild]

Does it sound good with a slide

[@mustomax]

this one is not yours...Will you buy one?

[@YetiUzguhl]

Cool. Now.. could you make an fingerstyle arrangement of Burt Bacherach's "What the world needs now is love"? I think that'd fit very well to you and your style, and is a nice song.

[@Huakalongo]

Oh my God.I´m very sorry about the dog, he will be colapsed

[@weeSpig]

Please do a lesson on Stop This Train, John Mayer

[@weeSpig]

On second thoughts, Free Fallin' or Why Georgia would do too!:)

[@drewgray4353]

There is a guy on KZbin by the name of zartimus who does a lot of John mayer lessons you might find useful.

[@weeSpig]

Drew Gray Thank you so much man!!:D

[@drewgray4353]

No problem! Good luck on the Mayer songs :)

[@KeithFeickert]

😍

[@OneManDemo]

cooler dog

[@jamesrusso2523]

cool dog..nice

[@halfway16]

hoho, nice

[@JP-pm5hj]

If you add drums to this instrument you will sound like led zeppelin

[@IvanRyakhov]

It looks like that guitar is for 1 song only :)

[@MartynRavensdale]

Appalachian 'oud.

[@JP-pm5hj]

DOGGYY

[@MsCellobass]

banjoie