Yamaha FG JR1 and JR2 Acoustic Guitars

[@drummerboy1390]

You can’t go wrong with Yamaha guitars, even the cheapest ones are well built and sound great. I’ve a couple of high end guitars now, but I still have my first guitar, an LL6 and I still love the way it sounds. Yamaha just make great guitars at every price point.

[@PaulCapps]

Agree ,I still play one myself .

[@RickyGuterson]

Awesome video man. Cheers. These guitars put out allot of sound if they aren’t held too tightly as an adult I’ve found. I picked up a jr2 for $100. These little guitars come to life once they’re set up to factory specs. I also picked up an apxt2 Yamaha. They are pretty nice too. Setup is important out of the box tho. Guitars almost always need it anyway. Keep being awesome ✌️

[@PaulCapps]

Thanks for your comments and keep picking .

[@xefporsuelo5089]

Does it have a slimmer neck compare to the regular sized yamaha???

[@PaulCapps]

yes

[@andyboyd126]

That's what I wanted to know. Easier to play if you have smaller hands or not?

[@krisverding3908]

Hey Paul , Thank you for the video , what is your string recommendation on these ?

[@PaulCapps]

I use D'Addario 12-53 for warm tone Phosphor Bronze for a brighter tone Bronze for the warmest tone Curt Mangan Monel Round 12-53

[@rogeliustachyon7528]

Thinking of purchasing this one for my 6 year old who just started lessons. Started with a budget 7/8 Rogue star but its body was to big. I was wondering if these can take nylon strings? Her teacher said it might be better because the metal ones might hurt to start. Sorry if its a dumb questions, I know nothing about musical instruments :) Thank you for your time.

[@PaulCapps]

No ,it does not handle nylon strings well. You can use silk and steel strings on it .They are easier on your finger's .You can also tune down a half step making the strings easier to press down.

[@andyboyd126]

I have smallish hands (no jokes please) will this be easier to play than a full size Yamaha?

[@PaulCapps]

Yes also the Yamaha APX has a small body and neck.

[@andyboyd126]

@@PaulCapps thanks for the reply 👍👍

[@57mobird]

Very helpful, thank you. P.S. I have a Yamaha piano, too, which I love, so I'm thinking of sticking with the brand for a guitar that will be better than the cheap full size guitar I've started learning on and hate because it's so darn bulky.

[@PaulCapps]

I also like the Yamaha APX 600 smaller body ,but full scale .

[@modernmusicstudio303]

Thanks for showing both the JR1 JR2! I do like the JR2 bag better since t's more durable. Love that sunburst color too! The warmer sound matches it well.

[@PaulCapps]

Thanks for watching.

[@ian11hendri03]

Thank you Paul Capps... Are they sold at the same price? will you buy JR1 or JR2?

[@PaulCapps]

JR 2 is a few dollars more expensive .I own a JR 1.

[@ian11hendri03]

@@PaulCapps would you suggest me buying JR1 or JR2? need your suggestion please... many thanks

[@PaulCapps]

@@ian11hendri03 I own a JR1 . I like the sunburst on the 2. Either would be fine.

[@ian11hendri03]

thank you... god bless you@@PaulCapps

[@krisverding3908]

@@ian11hendri03 There's also a solid version out now : The JR2 S .

[@arthurogle7581]

While researching "What is Yamahas best guitar the rater said "this 3/4 YTammy guitar was best" Not sure I agree. I've played guitar 70 years and ny bid for best guitar is the 1968 Martin D235. Obviously the F1 Jr isn't in the same league with a D35 for a myriad of reasons I Paul Capps in someway related to recently deceased Jimmy Capps? Capps has won many awards for his playing skills. Just wondered.

[@PaulCapps]

It is all a matter of opinion and what you are looking for in a guitar a $500,00 dollar guitar against a $500.00 guitar Yamaha wins .High dollar 10 thousand and over, I Still favor Yamaha. In the under $250.00 range , Yamaha or Tagima would be my pick. The 40 thru the 70 Martin , Gibson Fender where the Three powerhouses in guitar manufacturing. I bought my first Yamaha guitar in 1972 .First Yamaha Motorcycle in 1969 .Not related to Jimmy as far as we new ,but he was a friend.We talked about that some 20 years ago. In Texas talking about best guitar is like Best Truck,Ford,Dodge or Chevy. Take Care.

[@lespotter1955]

The point of the video is to compare small guitars for beginners. I am 67 and want to learn guitar. I have watched countless videos on here just to find one that will give me the basic information of which size is best for small people like me to start on and encourage me to play and not give up by buying something that is too big and bulky.

[@LomiGilbert]

I want buy JR 2

[@PaulCapps]

It is a good travel or starter guitar.

[@alexalexis3972]

JR1 price plz

[@PaulCapps]

@@alexalexis3972 I will get you the price ,when I am at the store tomorrow.

[@PaulCapps]

@@alexalexis3972 JR1 sale price is $149.99 and sale price on JR2 $159.99 plus tax and shipping both guitars are sold out at this time . The Band House Music Store in Texarkana has some on order that they think will be in, early part of December. Phone for the Texarkana Store is 903-794-4874 if you want to check on them .

[@alphabookm4793]

i think both have same tone. the jr2 is few dollars more expensive because the exclusive bag that comes with the guitar. *correct me if im wrong

[@PaulCapps]

And the trim and finish on the JR2

[@zukedog4451]

Made me nervous watching him putting the guitar on that chair. Should have grabbed another stand.

[@PaulCapps]

I have never had a guitar fall off a chair .I have had dozens fall of stands or hangers . I still use all three.,but am very careful with hangers.

[@fadhihassanahmed2380]

Fun jghkghghh hhhhhhh good 😌

[@PaulCapps]

Thanks