I’m thinking about getting the Yamaha A.R.E. Dreadnought Acoustic LL16D in the future.
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Ive never used anything top end Yamaha that wasn't exceptional. But I've never played this particular model.
They make the best piano for studio recording in the world, they make incredible guitars, they make amazing amps,
I have high trust in what they do.“For me, when everything goes wrong – that’s when adventure starts.” Yvonne Chouinard
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Originally posted by ICTGoober View PostEven Yamaha's student quality instruments are world class.
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Historically, Yamaha makes good stuff for what you pay. Every price point is considered 'a good deal', and their high end can compete with anyone.Administrator of the SDUGF
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I'm curious how the ARE thing they do with wood changes the sound.Join me in the fight against muscular atrophy!
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All the Yamaha acoustics I have owned played and sounded phenomenal
The two Yamaha electric guitars I have owned were very nice as wellEHD
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My first acoustic was a mid-level Yamaha. I thought that was what acoustics played and sounded like until I laid my hands on the lowest entry point Martin. In comparison the Yamaha sounded plasticy and boomy (despite having a solid top and back). The Martin was LIGHT YEARS easier and more comfortable to play. I bought the Martin and still own it. I sold that Yamaha and have never once missed it.
Let's just say I wouldn't buy one without trying it out and playing it against other guitars in that price range.-
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This is also true
I currently have a Martin as well
And would not trade it for an equal value Yamaha
I did see where entry level Martins were under $500 nowEHD
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RG2EX1 w/ SD hot-rodded pickups / RG4EXFM1 w/ Carvin S22j/b + FVN middle
SR500 / Martin 000CE-1/Epiphone Hummingbird
Epiphone Florentine with OEM Probuckers
Ehdwuld branded Blue semi hollow custom with JB/Jazz
Reptile Green Gibson Custom Studio / Aqua Dean Shire semi hollow with piezo
Carvin Belair / Laney GC80A Acoustic Amp (a gift from Guitar Player Mag)
GNX3000 (yea I'm a modeler)
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Originally posted by ehdwuld View PostThis is also true
I currently have a Martin as well
And would not trade it for an equal value Yamaha
I did see where entry level Martins were under $500 now
-I did prefer the sound of the Martin but hated the chunky narrow neck. The neck profile, features (pickups, EQ etc) and feel/playability of the Yamaha were much better than the Martin.
I would imagine what makes them equivalent in price is Yamaha packed with features versus Martin using more expensive materials.
Last edited by NegativeEase; 01-14-2021, 12:44 PM.“For me, when everything goes wrong – that’s when adventure starts.” Yvonne Chouinard
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