I like my electrics, I love my acoustics.

@MaurysMusic

7 ай бұрын

Same!

@DrewHughesMusic

7 ай бұрын

You summed it up perfectly

@axel3689

Ай бұрын

I love my electrics, I like my acoustics.

When I was 12-16 years old, I would have pushed back on you for saying acoustic guitars are better than electric. When I was 16, I didn't think I wanted an acoustic guitar. I had a doctor's appointment where I was told I was going to have to have a heart operation, and I was pretty scared about it and worried. After the appointment, my dad asked if I wanted to go to a guitar store, and I was like, "Well yeah." We go in and he grabbed one of those Yamaha acoustic guitars and told me he would buy it for me, and there began my acoustic journey. I took that guitar just nearly everywhere, and now, at 32, I almost exclusively play acoustic.

Nothing calms me down like a little time with my acoustic

Jeremy, I am happy to see someone speak out about the difference between acoustic and electric guitars. I still cannot understand why Fender or Gibson or PRS can charge such high prices for basically a plank with some routing and electronics stuck on. I have both kinds but have reduced my electric to one-Epiphone Casino. $500.

@BobMaulucci

7 ай бұрын

Epi Casino is a great choice for one guitar! Love mine.

@user-dc7rt5bh2z

7 ай бұрын

I know! This is the second one as I foolishly sold my first one to get a PRS which was a dog and I sold it for half what I paid for it. No more PRS, Gibson, Fender for me. If I get another electric it will be a Yamaha Revstar.@@BobMaulucci

@DustyNonya

6 ай бұрын

Agreed. My best guess is that, when electric guitars were new, due to the electronics beingcutting edge and plenty of the trickier parts of inlays or manufacturing procedures were still done by hand and they don't want to admit its a losing battle. Now a machine can do all of it to the point that it sounds identical to a handmade guitar with the same pickups on the same signal chain.

@ZynDiesel

4 ай бұрын

Yes, I’ll spend thousands on acoustics but I have a $500 Mexican strat and a Mexican tele and I probably will never get another electric

I had an acoustic first, but was never motivated to play it, but I went to a guitar store with my friend who already played, and I was instantly motivated to learn just from seeing them, so I stuck it out for a few months on the acoustic, and got an Ibanez gio for my birthday, I think I played for around 4 hours a day, every day for 4 months straight on that, when on the acoustic I’d pick it up once every couple of weeks. Now (a year later) I still play a few hours a day, and love playing electric way more. They are also just way more comfortable to play, and have way more tonal range. I hope to get a warmoth Jazzmaster or warmoth mooncaster this year, still deciding which one.

My Furch Yellow OM Sitka/Padauk is the first guitar in my 3 years of playing to make me feel something special. Picking it up feels like going home. I’ll never part ways with it. My electrics are all just fun hotels I stay at when I’m away from home.

@johnjones-uc3ni

6 ай бұрын

Completely agree with what you're saying and how you feel. I bought the Furch yellow OM cedar/padauk about a year and a half ago.

The wood doesnt really change the way the magnets pick up the sound, but changes the way the strings vibrate.

i got 1 electric and 1 acoustic guitar , done !

@axel3689

Ай бұрын

Electric guitar for when you're in your room alone with yourself or your girlfriend, acoustic for your family and the campfire easy.

100% on all points!

I think, for those of us that have been around a while, knew you favored acoustics. I jus picked up that same pink PRS last night.

I needed this video right now. After playing electric guitar for 20 years, I grew bored with electric guitar about 3 years ago and playing acoustic more saved my relationship with guitar. I recently decided to start selling off my electrics to fund nicer acoustics and this video just helped ease my mind somewhat. I know that electric and acoustic can reside side by side in some cases, but with limited funds, my money is going towards growing my acoustic journey

@axel3689

Ай бұрын

Should've kept your electric tbh, I feel like you will miss them after you spend some time without an electric. Shouldve kept one atleast.

Have to agree. Playing an acoustic well makes you a better electric player. I always find it funny when people say “that electric would be my desert island guitar” hey buddy you’d need electricity 😂. You can hide behind an electric, you can’t with an acoustic. Got a 1930 Gibson L-1 as well as other various acoustics and electrics but the sound from that little, light acoustic is otherworldly.

And yes, I have a couple of electric guitars so Grandchildren can come and play. Bought locally so I could try and compare: an Ocean Blue Taylor Tz5 and Epiphone Natural Sheraton (or is it Sheraton II). I like the flavor of a Gibson ES335 or 435 and a Gretsch Jet. But I can't play them in medical facilities unless the facility engineers check out the electronics each time. Or I could leave the amp, microphone and all there. Unlocked. So much for state laws, all to avoid a repeat of a bad event. Thanks Jeremy

Preach it,my brother. Let the world know.

With too many of both I can tell you I play my acoustics (often amplified) almost all of the time. Unless I am playing some blues, then mostly electric, usually with something with P90s. I am a player/singer and understand what you say about an acoustic as it has a sparseness and clarity that makes it a great rhythm section and accompaniment to the voice.

Sitting on the couch with my youngest daughter as we both play 'Simple Man '. That same wee lassie climbing a Scottish Hill with her acoustic on her back, as I was heading to do a photoshoot on the top, where she then sat and just played as we shot and the sun set. Sitting on a beach by a fire at sunset, with my GS mini and my girlfriend for company. Yup, as much as I like my electrics, some of my best memories have an acoustic soundtrack ❤️❤️

Interesting episode! I suppose I fall on the acoustic side after getting into Bluegrass about 50 years ago, and I'm still an avid flatpicker. I owned a 1964 Martin D-18 for about 34 years before trading it in on a 1978 D-28 a few months ago. As far as I'm concerned, these Martins are both "Holy Grail" guitars, a magical combination of wood and wire, each with their own distinctive voice, and each very responsive to the music I hear in my head, and very satisfying to play. That said, getting into the local jam scene has introduced me to the middle ground of amplified acoustics. My D-28 has a Baggs Anthem pickup system installed, and playing it through other guys' amps opened my eyes... I can get a great acoustic sound and Martin playability while not getting lost among the other instruments. Recently I picked up a vintage Trace Acoustic amp, and it's been brilliant with the Baggs. So while I'll probably never own a fully electric guitar, I guess I've compromised a bit. Rather then make a stand on one side or the other, I've found that I can enjoy some of the benefits of electrics while still playing acoustic. And when I'm not plugged in, I still have a fine-sounding guitar. It's good either way. 🙂

I know this is just a fun video with a provocative title. Good on you for your fearless KZread tactics. 🤓 I am glad that I started on acoustic and spent so long with fundamental stuff before playing electric. It just makes it so easy breezy. You can’t hide on acoustic. Get good or get out.

Saying one guitar type is better than the other type is very subjective and open 100% to personal taste. "One mans trash is another man's treasure." For me as long as someone loves the guitar plays music and has fun that's all that matters!!

To say which is the best, depends on what sound you are trying to make. Comparing "Acoustic vs Electric" is comparing "Apples vs Oranges". They both have their place in making music.

When you are younger, you're impressed by electric guitars and drums and bass because that's the foundation of most bands, and who doesn't want to be in a band. I was blown away by virtually any guitar playing except for bluegrass which I seen as old folks' music. Now that I'm older, guess what? I love bluegrass and think it's the pinnacle of guitar playing. That said, I love watching the greats jam the blues on electric guitar. One thing you can do on electric that you don't see much of on acoustic is slide guitar. I never learned how to play slide, but anyone that can do it well is a player and performer that should be gigging regularly. Gowing up, I ended up learning drums first and that's what I did for many many years until I realized that a simple acoustic guitar would be so much easier to carry around and have fun with, so I changed gears entirely to the guitar world. I have a telecaster, but I really enjoy acoustic much more. I wish I had started guitar much earlier.

Great concept. Working on a similar video but with an e-bike vs an acoustic bike 🤫

I know what you mean bro!! Although I would push back on electric guitars. There are some hints to a good electric, as you mentioned, lightweight guitars feel good to me and how a guitar is set up, there's a snappy quality in a electric guitar if it's good as you pluck the strings. But overall I agree with you.

They both have their place in music. And, yes, I wound up changing much of my electronics on my electric guitars. As far as ‘pedals’ - just one for me: Line 6 HX series.

Agreed! Coming of age as a kid in the ‘70s, when I hit my teens at first I liked Black Sabbath and Jethro Tull. Then I heard CSN&Y and I was blown away. I’ve primarily played acoustic ever since. I have some electrics and play them now and then, but mostly they are wall decorations.

My two favorite guitars in this video in order. 2021 Padgett Model One and the 2022 Furch Vintage. I've never heard of either before but both sound beautiful.

Completely agree. I was in a metal band for 20 years as a singer. As I got into playing guitar post band days I was hooked on sound of an acoustic guitar and how it fills a room. I find song writing much easier on an acoustic as well.

So glad you finally SAID it!!! Keep on critiquing acoustics. We'll keep listening.

I agree acoustic guitars are better, especially if you can't plug in at certain medical facilities.

Acoustic guitars have such beautiful sounds, they speak to my soul. They are all different. Electric are great for playing in groups and clubs but acoustic is great for any time. Thank you

I think it depends on how much you play either one. I love the simplicity of acoustic guitar, but with a good amp or rig, electric can be pretty magical too.

I agree for the most part but I will say I recently received a custom Alcorn Telecaster style guitar and it has made me want to play longer , I am a singer songwriter and so I lean acoustic all the way but from a non collector's standpoint and someone that views a guitar as a tool to help me write and express what I have written , I feel like the custom electric guitar market is untapped for the most part. I'm not a great guitar player at all but I disagree that an electric can't change the vibe in the room , I think that's what I like is the vibes are so different , the electric paired with the right amp and or pedal set up creates sounds that are just not possible with an acoustic, so it's obviously different like a different brush or paint color is for a painter.

I have a confession. I have never played an electric guitar.

@scame76

7 ай бұрын

That's awesome....lol

You could string up a 2x4 with pickups and it wouldn’t sound much different from a vintage Tele.

SPOT ON, BROTHER!!!! From an '80's metalhead....only play acoustic for the last 20 years. Still chasing my dream acoustic guitar....I'll know it when I'm playing it!!!!🎉🎉🎉

Love your videos and your playing. You are such an acoustic player!!! You sound so much more at home on an acoustic.

I use my Fender acoustic more then my Fender Stratocaster I don't like the hum coming from the amp sorry but I'm on Acoustic side on this one

5:45 Play music that you can't hide behind. That is what all beginners and beyond need to hear and remember.

I have 7 acoustics and 2 electric. Agree!

As someone who started guitar in the last couple of years, in my 40s, I have an accumulation of Acoustic and Electric. I started with Acoustic and now have at least 20 each of both. I feel like Acoustic Guitars are unique in their tone because everything about them is natural and I can pick up my cheapest acoustic guitar and enjoy it immediately. They are harder to play because you have to have really good technique to have clear notes. Electrics on the other hand have the greatest range of self-expression, which means, you can tweak the sound to express your mood, your liking etc. They are easier to play than Acoustics. They are beautiful to look at. Both are enjoyable. Acoustic Guitars are unique, Electric Guitars can be made unique according to your liking. I like them both. I can't decide which I would choose if I could only have one guitar. That's my 2 cents.

Good video I absolutely get it I discovered this several years back Acoustic is just more fun to me I can grab one of mine and be playing in just a minute with electric it’s shape the amp choose a pedal then there is the aspect of noise in the guitar or amp or pedal or cable or with tube amps tone varies from day to day it is just so much less stress for me to play acoustic as I am picky and ocd about tone so many more variables I guess with electric in my opinion and I know everyone is not the same but that’s the way it is for me right now I am playing a D-18 1937 Authentic and a Larrivee slope shoulder Satin

Agree %1000.

I agree I do not like electric noises. They have their place, but nothing beats an accoustic sound

This was a very thoughtful video, great job Jermey

Yep, i agree. acostic guitar is the real thing.

There is old magic in an acoustic instrument.

Amen brother.

It’s fun to squirrel with the amps and make some cranked noise. But there simply isn’t any substitute for the beauty and incredibly rich sound from an acoustic. Hands down: acoustic.

I’ve got 3 of each but as I’m getting older and want to simplify things a bit I’m playing my 3 acoustics more these days and find the electrics more hassle setting them up and plugging everything in. Acoustics are better for solo players for those who play at home alone

I love them both, but have been more and more drawn to acoustics as I get old.

Absolutely fantastic have a wonderful day Jeremy ❤😊

Just depends on what your doing. Both are great. For me the way an electric sounds unplugged is arbitrary. It's the feel and the action. I can change the way it sounds once plugged in

For me electrics are way easier to maintain and store properly, i once had 2 D28s, one was vintage and in prestine condition, i was just worried about it all the time cause it had no good place to stay other than its case, so i didnt play it that often...my electrics i let them chilling on my carpet, my bed, just everywere ready to be played and plugged into my home rig...and they handle temperature changes a whole lot better, i just have 1 good acoustic 4 now, my 1996 D28, thats basically all i need, it gets gigged and i bring it outside

I really needed to see this

Great video, Jeremy!

Keep fighting the good fight bruv. Long live guitar and acoustics are the best. ❤

So true

The painfully expensive accessories are why I never got an electric. My Gibson plays great, sounds great, and if I plug it in the only downside is I'm sporting nineteen frets vs twenty four. I know guys who still chase that perfect electric guitar without realizing its never gonna sound very good through their tired portable amp.

Acoustic guitar is similar to a the best salad you ever had ; tasty ,nutritional and leaves you feeling so much better than before you started.Don't forget to chew ,slowly . For me, electric guitar is like a box of chocolates ; a huge selection of different tones and flavours that can be overpowering to the point you're likely dealing with option anxiety ,never mind the sweetness and intoxication - which can leave you exhausted and a bit jaded. Melts in your mouth.

I used to love electric until I found a great sounding acoustic. Now I always reach for the acoustic

How for a very silly way to start the new year ~ rave on lightly

0:35 The caption says Squier, but the guitar says Fender...I'm confused

@JeremySheppard

7 ай бұрын

I refinished it and put a fender logo.

I'm left handed...so I take what meager offerings the companies make for us...normally base model crap. #lefthandedmatters

Some of the best songs have both

Better requires an answer to the question "better for...?"

Horses for courses mate. But I'm definitely an acoustic guitar guy.

As someone who plays both, I would spend more money on my acoustics than my electrics. That said, I've spent far more money on my electrics, mainly because my dad gave me two fanastic acoustics.

Always wanted to enjoy electric guitars. To me, I am a “no nonsense” kind of person and I’d rather have most everything I need right in my hands. I really hated always wanting new amps and effects. For some reason, I’m perfectly content with just one, maybe 2 acoustics. With electrics, I was constantly wanting more and more “stuff”. That’s my rant 🤷🏼‍♂️😂

Skip ahead to 5:56, ITS THE SIMPLICITY!!!! Acoustic, grab it and play it. Electric, Does my cord reach? What amp should I use? Pedals........ You get the point. Oh and forget about going outside!! lol ok I'm done rambling.

"Best" or "better" is subjective. I love all guitars. Everything on an electric matters, including the wood. Just like in acoustic guitars, the older the tonewood sounds different. Most players would say it sounds better. But, again, it's subjective. There are guitars made from "new wood" that sound better than some vintage guitars with old wood.

I like electric guitar to practice late at night without making too much noise 🌃

I wish the nomenclature of acoustic guitars was more user friendly. It’s hard to know what an OM or a 000 or a D18 means, as opposed to Strat or Tele for instance. I feel like even though they are beautiful it’s hard to look at a box of wood and see multi thousand dollar price tags. Acoustics just seem more unapproachable to me anyway.

@JeremySheppard

5 ай бұрын

Oh man! I'll definitely make a video explaining this!

Jeremy, I have a Breedlove & Gretch neither are anything to brag about but I'm also 62 years old and just started learning to play. I understand what you are talking about, there is something about my Breedlove that I can't figure out but the sound that comes from her just draws you in. It something I can't really explain, it's kind of like that old song, Peaceful Easy Feeling, I only get that from my acoustic guitar.

To me... The perfect song has both guitars, "electric" & "acoustic", but of coarse with all music, the players or engineer have to know how to blend them correctly. It definitely pays to own both and know how to play them properly, because they are "not" played the same way, in most cases. Cheers

I like electric guitar more because I love to rock ‘n’ roll

Electric guitars have their place. I will probably even get one someday. But I have several more acoustic I need to collect first.

I feel an acoustic guitar sings, while an electric guitar screams. All depends on what you want to do. I play electric bass, doubt it’ll ever be acoustic.

I agree, but not for the reasons you are mentioning. Acoustics come in much greater diversity. Play a dreadnought, a gypsy manouche and a nylon classic and you will notice just by design they allow completely different playing styles and diversity in sounds. Electrics feel all the same all over. There are pieces of music I cannot play on any electric. Technically I can but it does not allow the music to come out as it supposed to sound). Buy a nylon classical, a manouche and a OM, and you will create much more diversity in your hands than with any 3 electrics available these days.

Put your acoustic on a stand next to your electric recliner and I guarantee you will become a better guitar player!

Your ‘57 Country Western is the tits brother!!!

electric guitars are analog synthesizers with a guitar shaped form factor

Well duh... I actually have played an electric this year. A friend moved to Springfield,Missouri and he left his SG in my guitar room. I played it while talking to him on the phone. I do prefer acoustic and I still want a Tele.

A good acoustic is hard to beat. It's the feel, simplicity and experience surpasses electric. When it resonates against you. The projection from the sound hole. Those that would chose electric, doesn't know enough how to play acoustic to appreciate it.

💯percent

Yes! for sure.--for me. Electrics do have their place though.

David Crosby said: Acoustic guitars are sailboats. I think I get what he was saying.

I got electric acoustics,tele y etc but not my om 21…I got acoustic piano all wood body etc but not the strings y the like…I got electrified keyboard ( Korg)😂

An acoustic guitar is a drum with strings on it. An electronic guitar simply is not a drum.

No contest.. besides that it's subjective

So let me get this straight, you think a Les Paul with a cherry sunburst finish looks terrible, however you own a pink paisley Tele...

Apples vs. Oranges. Different instruments, different applications. Should not be compared. Both are good at what they do. Good and bad examples of both. Not saying the points you make aren't valid. But running my D28 through my envelope filter just doesn't do that funk thang! I tried.

Well yes but Telecasters are better than acoustics

@aaronhuffman6417

7 ай бұрын

Love my Tele

If playing and singing solo, electric doesn’t accompany the human voice as well. I guess if the vocals are also amplified and mixed properly then maybe…but that’s too much effort for a living room or back porch 😂

At concerts and on recordings - acoustic guitars *are electric guitars - because they use pickups and microphones - and in most cases they sound really bad. I actually cant bear that clanging dull thud of most electro-acoustics and those guitarists would be much better off with a solid body. If you’re talking about playing one in the house on your own for simple pleasures then maybe you have a point.

Do I spy a Natasha all bamboo?

@JeremySheppard

7 ай бұрын

You do! It's remarkable! I play it in the middle of the video somewhere

@brianmccullar141

7 ай бұрын

@@JeremySheppard I've been wanting one of those for review! How do you like it?

@JeremySheppard

7 ай бұрын

It's amazing! It has a huge time and the build quality is remarkable

@brianmccullar141

7 ай бұрын

@@JeremySheppard I'll have to pick one up eventually

Strum your electric 🎸unplugged. If it sounds great unplugged your on to something 😉

I agreed that it is better but I argue try to move 30k angry fan on an acoustic guitar after 5 songs just isn’t possible.

Acousic guitars make you a better guitarist.

If you cannot impress people on an acoustic guitar you are not a guitar player. Anybody can impress on an electric guitar in a very short time.

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