TONEWOODAMP DEMO & BREAKDOWN

Unleashing the Magic of ToneWoodAmp: A Demo You Can't Miss!
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TIMESTAMPS:
▶️ Part 1 - 0:00-10.20 = in-depth breakdown demo
▶️ Part 2 - 10:20+ = play-through demo
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Cheers,
Jon :)
#ToneWoodAmp #Demo #AcousticGuitar

[@alexlichtman6466]

It's great to see Neil Patrick Harris picking up the guitar

[@jonhartmusic]

Alex Lichtman I know, it’s been a while 😉

[@brandog5702]

You sir win at the internet 😂

[@toreknutsen7251]

Cool review mr👍 Just ordered one of these, and I must say, it sounds pretty awsome. Looking forward getting it😁

[@mikebivens7280]

I just recently purchased a Tonewood amp, your instructional video has been extremely helpful and knowledgeable thank you so much can’t wait to tune in to see more. 👍🏻

[@jonhartmusic]

Amazing Mike. So glad this video helped you. You’ll love it when it’s up and running 😁

[@arlarl5122]

I can hardly notice most of the effects. Just ordered one today and I hope I’ll love it.

[@johnnygeejr500]

Great work thank you ! The snazz !

[@pinballrobbie]

I bought one 6 months ago and love it! Favourite setting is 2 room. I found it eats dry cell batteries and bought rechargeables which are much better though I had to loosen the back screws to make them fit as they are slightly larger than dry cells. Fitted to a Maton125 acoustic.

[@jonhartmusic]

Awesome isn’t. Yeah, I did the same. I’ve bought myself a battery station next to my studio station as I now record with the TWA for every release. Has made life so much easier. I get a lot more juice now with rechargeable last :)

[@guitarmute]

Just got my tonewood amp.. gonna play flamenco guitar on my cuenca 👍👍

[@brianbennett7383]

That's for demo, good to see more in depth demos as I'm about to order a TA 🙂. Cool guitar by the way. Cheers

[@jonhartmusic]

Thanks so much Brian. Yeah, I though in-depth was the way to go with this breakdown and play-through demo. Hope you enjoy it :)

[@macryan9436]

Just ordered mine. I don't think I've ever been this excited for a new piece of gear LOL

[@jonhartmusic]

I felt exactly the same 😁

[@helenewebman8182]

wonderful demo Jon, thank you for sharing

[@thomasnunn6343]

10:25 is where he actually starts to play so you can hear what it does.

[@jonhartmusic]

Thanks man. Did you read the pinned comment and description?

[@paulaungiers8734]

Hi, My accoustic guitar is only 2 1/4 inches deep. I doubt I could fit the magnet in(?) Also, how would I ever remove it again? Would it be better to attach the Amp using Blu-Tack, please?

[@ThrashinYorkie]

sweet! It is nice to see other Cole CLark users. I've had mine for close to ten years now.

[@jonhartmusic]

Thanks so much. LOVE my Cole Clark - lovely guitars and company 😁

[@jonhartmusic]

What model do you have?

[@MrMjp58]

It sounds very good. I'm trying to find out if there is any discernible increase in volume when the amp is engaged, or is it just an enhancement of reverb etc?

[@jonhartmusic]

There’s definitely a little more volume through the sound hole. That wash of reverb is like surround sound!

[@Im_alex_h]

Really nice playing, especially the auto-wah/distortion section. This is a cool little gadget. I might have to pick one up.

[@jonhartmusic]

Thanks so much Alexander. Hope you picked one up. Let me know how you get on

[@williamplanck1898]

I've had 2 Martin DRS1 guitars with Fishman electronics. The electronics stopped working on both! How would this be any different?

[@jonhartmusic]

Did you electrics stop working due to the TWA? You need a pickup to plug the TWA into.

[@stirlingstark1983]

I have a Taylor 214ce, will mounting the bracing system effect the acoustics within the guitar itself? Also, is it glued in and not removable after? Thanks

[@jonhartmusic]

Hey man, I haven’t noticed a difference in the acoustics since I fitted the x-brace in my Cole Clark and Ortega. No glue l, just double sided stick pads on the end of the magnets :)

[@astrodug]

Stirling Stark I have had the Tonewood Amp in a 214CE for over 3 years. Never noticed a difference. Although, once I installed the Tonewood, I’ve rarely ever played my 214 without it.

[@roadglide]

Where it’s located appears to be right where you like to rest the guitar against your body. Does this device change the position of your guitar as you play it?

[@jonhartmusic]

Not at all. It sits in that gap where you curve your body around the guitar. I never feel it :)

[@roadglide]

Jon Hart Excellent! Thank you!

[@russheath15]

Hello Jon great playing to start I thought it was probably one of the demos I’ve seen for the amp. Quick question could you have the delay and reverb on at the same time?

[@jonhartmusic]

Hey Russ. Thanks so much man. I’ve had a few people mention it was a boring demo because I don’t start playing until 10:20, but I thought a breakdown of the setup and then a playing demo was the best way. So I’m so glad you found it useful. All the effects are set so you can’t combine them - not sure if they’ll do this in future. But when I pop the delay setting on it does sound immersive so maybe the reverb is on at the same time. I’ll have another play 😁

[@russheath15]

Jon Hart Not boring at all fella you need to know the facts on these things and no one better than someone who has got one,used it and most of all is a great player. Keep up the good work mate👍

[@jonhartmusic]

Thanks man, that’s exactly right - I think anyone who is interested in this unit wants to know about all the ins and outs :)

[@petermccreadie3096]

Does the amp beef up the volume of the guitar? When fingerpicking and singing in acoustic sessions with players of other instruments my guitar gets “drowned” and I can’t hear what I’m playing. Would the Tonewood help?

[@jonhartmusic]

You can increase the volume and gain on the unit but it can feedback. It’s mainly for generating effects (reverb etc) through the sound hole of your guitar without using a main amp :)

[@jdmarsee]

What are you tuned too....it sounds like an Open D but just curious on the tuning string for string

[@jonhartmusic]

Ooo not quite sure John as it was a while ago and the demo was off the fly. I think it’s drop D but I do play a lot in DADGAD.

[@pearl672]

Great demo. I have mine on a Taylor 814 and the sound is awesome. I’m a reverb junkie and love just being able to attach it to the back and instant reverb wherever I am.

[@jonhartmusic]

I can imagine a Taylor 824 and TWA combo would sound sweeeet. Are you using a fishman pickup or something else? It’s amazing isn’t it? Just whip out of your guitar case and boom, you’re in the zone 😁

[@pearl672]

Jon Hart : I use the built expression system that came on the guitar.

[@jonhartmusic]

Nice! I’d love to hear that!

[@simonhebar]

I've bought it too. And this is amazing tool 🤩🥰 Batteries that i have are recharcheble.. Panasonic enenlop pro. My favorite settings are hall, delay and chorus. What I search now is this percussive wooden peace you have on cutavay. But i can not find word for this peace. I cant find where can i get this. Can you help me?

[@jonhartmusic]

It is amazing isn’t it. Rechargeable batteries are definitely the way. Aha, some guitarists call it a scratch pad. This was custom made by a guitar luthier friend of mine. I asked him to add a guiro section so we nicknamed it the guiro pad. He’s based in the UK and I could put you in touch with him if you need/want one 😊

[@simonhebar]

It is. It's worth every cent. Scratch pad, OK, Thank you. First I try with local guitar builders (I'm from Slovenia). If they do not now how to do it, will I contact you. In principle, I can do it by miself (I am Physics and technology teacer). From wich wood is your skrach pad? And how is attached to you guitar? Thank you.

[@MusicbyLou]

I think the review is great. Be patient. The sounds are impressive but how he uses it and what it can do is essential information. I like how my Tak sounds and it sounds better as an acoustic than through any amp system. So, enhancing my acoustic output is very important to me. Great review. Thanks.

[@jonhartmusic]

Thanks so much Lou. So glad you enjoyed the detailed breakdown side of this demo 😁

[@MusicbyLou]

@@jonhartmusic john I suppose I was too late to capture the $25 discount offer as it was not part of my order and checkout process. Thanks, anyway. I'll report back when I receive the TWA which has already shipped!

[@jonhartmusic]

Hey Lou. I got an email telling me I referred someone - did you test the code. I’d contact them if you didn’t get the discount :)

[@MusicbyLou]

@@jonhartmusic thanks

[@MusicbyLou]

@@jonhartmusic TWA is AMAZING! I requested your generous discount and they have already credited my purchase and shipped the amp. I hope it's as good as they say it is! 🤠

[@Jeffreykip]

Is it comfortable to play with the tone wood? It looks like it would hit you right in the bread basket and either get annoying or fall off. Thoughts?

[@jonhartmusic]

I sits in that little gap when you curve your body around the guitar. I never feel it :)

[@shawcremeans1773]

Kip Hendry “breadbasket”

[@RNash123]

Didn’t effect me and was pleasantly surprised

[@ihorkoliako7420]

Can I build line of effect with this amp or I can choose only one effect?

[@jonhartmusic]

You may be able to output of the pedalboard into the input of the TWA. But I’ve never tried. There are around 9 effects on the TWA.

[@ihorkoliako7420]

@@jonhartmusic So, Can I use this as separate pedal in my pedalboard?

[@jonhartmusic]

I’m not sure. That might be a question for the ToneWood Amp guys

[@ManifoldSky]

@@ihorkoliako7420 Yes. It has a 1/4 out to operate as a standard line in to an amp or pedal array, AND can work in both modes simultaneously, allowing acoustic effects AND output of those same effects to further processing prior to amplification.

[@keithjerauld1607]

Yes but how much my budget isn’t that big I but do like the sound that helps me achieve what I want to play

[@jonhartmusic]

It’s defo an investment like buying a guitar, amp or effects pedal :)

[@MrTenny52]

I have a regular acoustic and an elec-acoustic, and most of the time I entertain myself by singing old songs without using the amplifier. My question is would the TWA enhance the sound quality of the acoustic and the effect is less emphasized without using the amplifier? Do you think that the TWA would add more fun in playing ? And should I buy an extra bracket? Many thanks ahead Jon.

[@jonhartmusic]

Since I’ve acquired the TWA I’ve been using my amp less and less for practicing as the unit helps me immerse myself into my playing. It also gives me a great idea of how a composition or arrangement could sound during mixing. It’s enhanced my sound, playability and has lifted a lot of my ideas into compositions and arrangements. If you have multiple acoustics and plan to use the device on all of them I’d buy an x-brace for each guitar :)

[@MrTenny52]

@@jonhartmusic Thanks Jon, I believe you must have used other sound enhancer before you use TWA, how do you compare that you prefer TWA best?

[@jonhartmusic]

@@MrTenny52 For practicing I would just use the dry natural sound of an acoustic or I'd plug into an Acus One 6. But the TWA gave that instant wet reverb sound that feels like 5.0 stereo compared to an amp that feels far away. I find the TWA and an amp have different experiences. I prefer the TWA for it's immersive, quick setup and portability - especially for jamming and pre-gig (green room).

[@MrTenny52]

@@jonhartmusic Do I need to buy a pick-up sensor if I want to use the TWA on my acoustic guitar? which pick-up should I buy to get the best effect?

[@1953MMike]

How does it sound plugged in direct to a PA?

[@jonhartmusic]

Mike Carr hey Mike. I’ve only tried it a few times through a PA and it sounds great. You can also set it to ToneWood Amp and D.I so you can hear it through the unit and the PA :)

[@MontoyaMatrix]

Damn, he just Autowhat-ed the HELL out of that guitar! One thing he missed, though, is the fact that it't not really an amp, and therefore is NOT going to sound like an amp that you plug in and play from its' speaker. No exactly. Because there is no speaker involved. The units is actually vibrating the guitar using the guitar's own signal from the pic up. In a strange way, you might possibly call this an "acoustic" amplifier (IE the guitar actually BECOMES a speaker). I will be speaking more in depth of this in my KZbin series "The Acoustic Rabbit Hole." But my point there is that he is saying, for example, that he loves that it makes it easier to amplify his guitar with the Tonewood Amp, instead of having to carry around an amplifier everywhere he goes. What people are not understanding--even professional guitarists---is that the Tonewood "Amp", actually changing the very CHARACTER of the instrument, as well as NATURALLY increasing the guitar's own loudness. There are new recording possiblities that i feel even Tonewood does not really understand. Mercedes (or is it BMW?) is already installing this technology into the walls of some of their new cars. (I'll include that info on my channel as well, if anyone is interesting). LOVELY post and long live your passion, everyone! -- Cheers, from The Acoustic Rabbit Hole

[@nightowlnativeflute9496]

What if you don’t have a jack input on your guitar. I have a regular classical guitar.

[@jonhartmusic]

You’ll need a pickup for the TWA 😊

[@nightowlnativeflute9496]

Jon Hart I have an acoustic Irig will that work. Thanks 🙏 for your reply

[@brendanricard3994]

I checked their website, and they have a product that works with guitars without inputs

[@jonhartmusic]

Ace - that should work but they do have other options I believe 😁

[@jonhartmusic]

Amazing! Good to know for future geetars 😉

[@bluenova2524]

Where can I get a pickguard like yours??

[@jonhartmusic]

I got mine handmade by a guitar luthier in the UK. Email me at [e-mail] if you want more details :)

[@gibby6904]

Is it easy to switch between different guitars?

[@jonhartmusic]

You can easily switch if you have an xbrace on each guitar :)

[@lifelongfan07]

I see you also have a Cole Clark guitar like Maneli.

[@jonhartmusic]

lifelongfan07 We’re both endorsed by Cole Clark. Maneli and I toured the UK with CC a few years back - great times 😊

[@KingNeptune151]

Can you use this with pedals?

[@jonhartmusic]

Thanks for your Vapor. You can input/output of the ToneWood and send it through a pedalboard. Not sure if it’s best to output of the pedalboard into the unit. Worth having a go 😁

[@davemakarchuk5127]

Excellent playing. On a scale of 1 to 10, you're a thousand, I'm a strong three. Nevertheless, I ordered my Tonewood amp a couple years ago, but have not installed the x brace inside my guitar because it doesn't yet have a pickup. I've used the amp with my 12 string (w/pickup) many times and have gotten amazing sound on certain settings. Eventually, I'll get around to ordering a couple more braces so I can attach the amp properly to all three of my guitars (I've just been using painters tape for the 12 string). Anyway, my two 6 strings are smaller body acoustics, one a Simon&Patrick concert hall guitar and the other a Taylor GS Mini (bought for my daughter, but I play it too).The primary reason for installing pickups in both is to be able to use the Tonewood amp. Can you recommend a pickup that won't break the bank? I'm leaning towards the K&K Pure mini.

[@jonhartmusic]

Hey Dave, thanks so much for your kind words and comment. I've never used a K&K Pure mini before but I hear great things about it - K&K are a fantastic company. LR Baggs are also a good shout. I've always gone down the Fishman route - along with the built in Fishman piezo on my Cole Clark and Martin, installed the Fishman Rare Earth Blend (magnetic and mic - rewired stereo) and send all 3 pickups out to a Bose T1 for live mixing. The Fishman Rare Earth Blend (£250 range) does require a lot gain though. For Tonewood Amp I tend to use the built in Fishman piezo or Cole Clark 3-way pickups. The cheapest magnetic looks like the Seymour Duncan - I haven't tried it but I imagine there are some KZbin breakdowns. A magnetic pickup is definitely the easiest to install. Hope that helps and please let me know how you get on :)

[@davemakarchuk5127]

@@jonhartmusic thx for your reply...great info! If I made a living playing guitar, or at least if I was a more serious player, like you, I would definitely be combining pickups because from everything I seen and heard, the tone is far superior to that of a single pickup, not to mention you can futz around with different combos to create a more unique sound.

[@jonhartmusic]

Defo. I use to go around with one pickup and has to tweak multiple setting with EQ, compressor etc to make it the way I wanted it to sound. But as soon as I added the magnetic and mic, it was huuuge 😁

[@hannahmalek5936]

black hole sun

[@arieswaters]

Does he ever demonstrate it I didn't have the patience to wait and find out skip the head three times and didn't see it

[@jonhartmusic]

Hah, thanks Aries. Yeah, towards the end. It’s a breakdown and play through.

[@DeanLisi]

Aries Waters I left at 7:00 .. bullshit talking. I’ll find a demo somewhere else.

[@jonhartmusic]

Dino Lisi great stuff man - did you check those timings in the description the comment I pinned at the top? Are you a guitarist man?

[@jonhartmusic]

Dino Lisi I go through all the effects etc at 10:20

[@ricky895]

Jon Hart lol it was a good review man. Nothing wrong with being in depth. Thanks a lot 🙏

[@gentlemenbecoming3252]

Starts to play at 10:23

[@jonhartmusic]

Thanks, timings in the description and pinned comment 😁👍🏻

[@rosvelvaldez3466]

I bought this amp but I can’t get it to sound as loud as yours. As a matter of fact mine doesn’t sound any different with it on.Do I need a PA?

[@jonhartmusic]

Hi Rosvel, that’s strange. What are guitar and ToneWood Amp settings? I don’t use my with a PA very often. I just attach it and plug it in.

[@K750Ric]

Rosvel Valdez, I own a TWA too.. it's more of an effects unit for acoustic guitar than an actual amp, the acoustic guitar volume will not be amplified or made 5x louder.. for silent or small venue gig you might get away with it but for larger concerts, you will still need an acoustic amp or have your guitar mic'd. btw, did you place it in the most optimal position of your guitar? What setting is the volume and gain on? Did you set the notch filter for optimal volume without distorting? TWA allows you to have effects without getting your pedals. I think it's more of an inspirational tool.

[@jonhartmusic]

Defo agree with the ‘inspirational tool’. I sometimes use it for non-amplified gigs but most of time use it for practicing, writing and lately - a lot of recording with it :)

[@mikksheridan1573]

Is it also known as a woody solo....I will play a solo with my hand on my woody?

[@jonhartmusic]

Hi Mikk, which part is also known as a woody solo?

[@markknopflerisnot]

You lost me right at the beginning with the X-brace.....is this something you purchase, what does it look like and how do you fit it....am interested in purchasing the Tonewood Amp but this fitting issue has already put me off

[@jonhartmusic]

X-brace comes with the unit. Fitting takes no time at all.

[@dionatferreira750]

Quero compra mais eu moro no Brasil Santa Catarina

[@s.m.1249]

I still don’t understand how is it an Amp? Has speakers?

[@chris1232123]

I thought the point of the tonewood amp is that it vibrates your guitar to give reverb, so why does it need an input?

[@jonhartmusic]

The effects are built into the unit which requires an input. The pad on the back of the device vibrates against the body to create a chamber and that reverberated sound through the sound hole.

[@santinofloris6255]

ok ciao grazie.

[@jonhartmusic]

🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@lewiswclark]

Barney stinson

[@jonhartmusic]

“Think of me like Yoda, but instead of being little and green I wear suits and I’m awesome. I’m your bro-I’m Broda!”

[@claymckerlie296]

Maybe Cole Clark need to make a wammy bar on their acoustics!

[@jonhartmusic]

That would be an interesting innovation. I believe there is a wammy bar you can attach and detach, which might work better 😁. Do you have a Cole Clark?

[@claymckerlie296]

@@jonhartmusic sure do a lefty FL1 had it over 10 years and it's taken that long for the wood to get a warmer tone out of it. Originally I wasn't a fan of the acoustic sound, but it's definitely getting there. It's my live guitar sounds great plugged in.

[@michaeljones8058]

Why not just use an acoustic amp? Then you wont need to screw up your guitar with sticking magnets on the inside.

[@jonhartmusic]

I have both and I’ve not messed up any guitar I’ve fitted with an x-brace. I can take the guitar and TWA anywhere around the world with or without electricity and get that lovely sound. I still love an amp but I like to carry light. I’m a father of 2 so have no time for setup and this takes seconds. It’s perfect for on the road in hotel rooms, green rooms etc etc.

[@michaeljones8058]

@@jonhartmusic So you don't think those magnets and X-bracing affect the tone of an acoustic guitar? I'm just asking, I'm not trying to start a fight or anything.

[@jonhartmusic]

Not that I’ve found. I’ve been recording everything with the x-brace inside. It’s obviously adds a little more weight but not too much. I am personally recording all my latest singles with the TWA so it’s good for me :)

[@sethhendrix4925]

11 minutes before you even demo the thing?!

[@jonhartmusic]

Thanks so much for checking out the pinned comment and description Seth! Might have saved you 11 minutes of the in-depth breakdown down, which a lot of peeps have enjoyed compared to other TWA videos. All the best man. Jon :)

[@hazor777]

Concept is very impressive, but honestly I didn't hear much difference between each effect .... not so sure if this product is worth the time to bother with .........

[@jonhartmusic]

Gear is a very personal thing and I'm super picky when I research, purchase and even do a demo on it. Not way would I promote something like this is if I didn't love it and the sound it produces. The video was shot with an iPhone and the built in mic, so you're not going to get the full immersive experience. The reverb etc resonates around like surround sound. Top that with the light weight, portability and subtleness of device, it's pretty ace :)

[@swimmerwolf5]

I cringed, watching him bend the neck of the guitar over and over. Hope he has a good luthier on call!

[@jonhartmusic]

Hahaha. That video was published yeeeears ago and Luna (my Cole Clark) is in perfect nick. She gets a yearly MOT 😉

[@swimmerwolf5]

@@jonhartmusic LOL! Thanks, I feel better now! And nice video.

[@guitarcrazyholman325]

Everyone that does a video of these things does a ton of talking and dont spend much time showing it off

[@jonhartmusic]

AND a lot of people comment before they read the video description and pinned comment with timestamps 🙈 It’s a deep dive breakdown demo and then a play through demo at the end. It’s great for serious guitarists wanting more detail 🙂