Six Months Later - My CASIMI GUITARS C1 Custom Signature Acoustic Guitar
It has been an eventful six months since I returned from Cape Town South Africa with my new Casimi Guitar. Getting to know this guitar as its voice develops has been quite an experience and in this video I share some of the things I have noticed, learned and enjoyed as well as the challenges!
Until next time, stay tuned
Michael
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"The player I'd like to become" boy, that's worth a video discussion right there.
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@paulboden7850 ha! Glad you like it Paul
Lovely my friend. There's nothing like bonding with an instrument that moves you to expand the way you hear and experience the guitar.
@MichaelWatts
3 күн бұрын
@@kenbonfield thank you Ken, great to hear from you!
Kindred spirit! I LOVE boutique guitars. That guitar is incredible.
@MichaelWatts
4 күн бұрын
@@lynntunes glad you like it!
The immediacy, as you mention - an almost complete lack of inertia.... The incredible evenness of response across the strings and up and down the fingerboard - almost a 'wall of sound' effect.... The bloom of harmonics / overtones after that initial attack... the sustain for days... truly a beautiful instrument that a man could spend many, happy years growing with. Magical stuff from you and the team there in ZA, thanks for this!
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@douglasnelson3569 that’s it exactly Douglas!
Speechless! Your playing combined with this instrument is other worldly. Congrats all round. 😇🐚
@MichaelWatts
2 күн бұрын
@@jamesstapleton-cotton5374 thank you so much James, that’s very kind
Beautiful tone and range, the sustain is immense as the years pass it will only get even better .I think you may have a guitar for life that you will always cherish. 🤩👍
@MichaelWatts
5 күн бұрын
@@alastair6356 thank you Alastair!
One of the best sounding instruments I’ve heard ..and I own many. Thanks for your update. Looking forward to more.!
@MichaelWatts
2 күн бұрын
@@ukestudio3002 thank you so much for listening!
Such a lifetime investment in both your craft and yourself, worth every bit its price. So beautiful and alive, and much improved after only 6 months of being played in. Thank You for the update, so glad you're bonding with this instrument (its not always guaranteed to happen). ❤
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@hkguitar1984 thank you so much! You’re right, bonding with an instrument is never guaranteed but I’ve been so fortunate to work with Jason Kostal and Casimi Guitars over the years and their guitars are very special indeed
@hkguitar1984
6 күн бұрын
@@MichaelWatts So many Blessings 🙏
Thank you for sharing the joy of music with us. Casimi = sonic boom. 😎
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoy it! Thanks for watching
Beautiful hearing your melodies on different instruments, particularly this one. Bravo!
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@Calatriste54 thank you so much!
The classical folks call the tonal and timbre variations/ availability as “colors”, which I really like. “Listen to all the colors!!”
@MichaelWatts
4 күн бұрын
@@lynntunes exactly!
I think it's important to talk about how a handmade guitar will "open" up with time. I think that another video at one year would be a fantastic update. Also, great descriptions about the qualities of an exceptional instrument, thank you. Fantastic video. (glad to see there's no pick guard on that beauty!)
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
Thank you so much for watching - the pickguard is on the inside Just kidding
I love the passion with which you describe this guitar, Michael.
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@hughmcevoy4119 thank you Hugh!
A wonderful guitar as well as great playing, what a combination for success.
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@ellenrik thank you so much
What a nice Christmas present that you gave yourself!!!
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@JimB802 the irony is that I had been almost impossibly naughty
It's undoubtedly a superlative union of engineering and art. Oddly, knowing it inspires you makes me happy. I wish you many years of continued happiness and growth with that beautiful instrument.
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@Supe-for-the-soul thank you very much, I really do appreciate your kind words
I certainly has one of the most pleasing tones I have heard.
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@UncleDanBand64 thank you kindly! Glad you enjoyed it
Speechless.
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
I know the feeling
I really like this guitar, like alot 🎉🎉🎉🎉
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
Me too Jim, me too
Glorious playing Michael of a beautiful instrument 👌
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@robchrystal thank you for listening Rob!
It's a beautiful guitar Michael. I don't know if you're into naming your instruments, but I kind of feel it needs a name. Like a legendary warriors sword. As an acoustic guitar maker I aspire to one day making such a glorious instrument and having it played by someone as talented as you.
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@frontphil8335 ha thank you! I don’t go for naming my guitars other than serial numbers and especially giving guitars women’s names makes me queasy - unless you’re BB King! That said, I call this one THE CASIMI and it answers to that.
The auditory response of that guitar is astounding.
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@stickman55100 that is true!
@johnwashburn3793
6 күн бұрын
It is the satisfying sound of satisfaction.
Really enjoying the piece you've been playing lately at 2:49
@MichaelWatts
5 күн бұрын
@@roscoe2311 thank you! I’m still seeing where that one wants to go!
Raindrops in canyon Old wet rocks echo quietly But the drops are pure
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@bhandarischmandari first ever haiku, Comment I have received here, and I am grateful
Curious, this is probably an unfair question… How would you describe the voice of this instrument compared to your Kostals? It would be interesting to hear you play different passages side-by-side with the different instruments you have and your gut impressions of what you’re hearing. I don’t mean to try to make a comparison in terms of better or worse just the difference you hear. I know they are all exceptional instruments and you are exceptionally gifted musician!
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@scottfishkind5335 once this one has opened up a little more then sure!
Sounds absolutely magnificent! Truly special. Your intuition was incredible to request a first ever non-cutaway version
@MichaelWatts
5 күн бұрын
@@RickyPLopezMusic thank you Ricky!
@casimi-guitars
5 күн бұрын
Yes that was a stroke of genius!
@RickyPLopezMusic
21 сағат бұрын
@@casimi-guitars And your execution was flawless! The craftsmanship on this was so inspirational
Ah, the subjunctive. The gerund and gerundive probably lurk in the deep recesses of your grammatical understanding too, but maybe the key to unlocking the mystery of the breadth and depth of this creation is to embrace the impossibility of defining that which is so visceral, yet ineffable…Pseuds’ Corner here I come!
@MichaelWatts
5 күн бұрын
@@terrywright7893 get straight in the corner Terry!
We would so love to hear this guitar live. I am sad I missed it before you took it away with you. Thanks for this video Michael, so nice that the Guys not only made a beautiful instrument but they made an exceptional musical tool. To be inspired by an instrument is truly wonderful and extraordinary. 🙂
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@auntyflo-fv1oc ah next time! Will let you know
@auntyflo-fv1oc
6 күн бұрын
Excellent!! Can't wait! 🙂
Great stuff! There's a mellowness to it now that I didn't hear in your first takes. Wonderful guitar and playing!
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@kinnjohn thank you so much John!
Thanks for sharing this update, Michael. It sound great and it sounds like it's been a great experience with much more to come!
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@ChuckNicholsonTRM thank you Chuck!
My favorite luthier-made guitars are currently Somogyis and Walkers. Having acquired two Somogyis, I got my first Kim Walker OM (Adi./Braz.) six months ago. Six months later now, this dream guitar roars louder than a lion.
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
I make no secret of my love for Ervin and his work - Kim is a recent friend and his guitars are nothing short of divine. I look forward to playing more of them!
The tone is absolute magical!
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@Ronas577 thank you Ronaldo! Glad you enjoyed it!
@Ronas577
6 күн бұрын
@@MichaelWatts Thank you, Michael. I really like your playing too. It's clear, tight and enhances the compositions. Congrats!
Olson Sj cutaway in mahogany and sitka. Hopefully though my favorite luthier built instrument has yet to have been in my hands. The Casimi sounds massive and beautiful!
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@jamesturtle ah… there’s something wonderful about a mahogany Olson… but I know what’s coming and that’s very very cool too!
Samba Pa Ti. Nice choice!
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@maxwirt921 ha! Well spotted Max and thank you for listening!
10:15 Clonk. Ha, love it!
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
It can happen!
Some lovely playing there bruv. Some sweet chromatics. Nothing more needs be said about the guitar. SY
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@ambientpeace4586 thank you mate!
What is the scale, nut width, fret radius, etc??
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@JimB802 I go into detail in other videos on my channel Bob - check them out - there’s a whole play list
I'm working with Guillaume Rancourt on a special archtop right now. It will be a while yet until it comes to fruition.
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@ChuckNicholsonTRM oh how wonderful! I may have some archtop news to share soon too!
1. These are truly the best guitars, that just push you along the journey, 2. I'm curious where you are headed with your style.
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@szabolcsmezei4088 we shall see!
I got a base price quote of $40,000 for a slot at the end of 2026. Been having trouble breathing ever since. Tachycardia too I think.
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@williamwinecoff1779 that’s about an eighth of the price of a prewar D45 and I know what I’d rather make music with
@angelg8445
2 күн бұрын
@@MichaelWatts had trouble convincing the wife to get a 7k Boucher! 40k is a luxury vehicle
Bad Ass Guitar!
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@cugir321 that it is!
I think that is a keeper Michael. What will it sound like in 3 years? 15-20 years?? ❤
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@smandez2023 well exactly!
That is an amazing sounding guitar! Notes ring forever. Clean and clear as well. I'd like to know what strings you have on it and the scale length, please. Also, is the recording unedited? I have a couple of guitars made for me by excellent luthiers and while I really enjoy them, and paid a LOT less than Casimi go for, this one sounds inspiring. Thanks for posting.
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@45northband29 thank you! There is no EQ, reverb or effects on these or any of my acoustic recordings. I use Elixir strings and a 25” scale length
@45northband29
6 күн бұрын
@@MichaelWatts Thanks for the response, Michael, and the info. Would not have had time in South Africa when we were there in May but it must be a wonderful experience to be in the Casimi shop. Again, thanks for your posts.
@kennethbransford820
6 күн бұрын
I can guarantee you that daddario Strings Medium Guage 13-56 XS will improve your sound. I changed my Lowden from Elixers to daddario and WOW! Noticed a difference immediately.
Hi Michael. Loverly video. What's the nut width measurement, please?
@MichaelWatts
3 күн бұрын
@@ghof3016 thank you Greg! I like 1.75” on all my guitars
Terrific. Do you always use a plectrum?
@MichaelWatts
5 күн бұрын
@@murraykuun6009 thanks Murray! I use a plectrum very rarely indeed
Incredible end-game instrument. Not to disparage it in any way, it’s a work of art, but it sounds similar to my Doerr. What mic and preamp are you going through? Sounds amazing
@ellenrik
6 күн бұрын
Hey, would that be John Doerr from Ontario?
@roscoe2311
6 күн бұрын
@@ellenrik Most likely the late Tom Doerr. He was an amazing builder
@rp-lopez
6 күн бұрын
I recently got into the world of luthier-made guitars and I was so incredibly sad to find out that he passed. He was so young too. His guitars are legendary
@ellenrik
6 күн бұрын
@@roscoe2311 So sad, but we're talking about a different person. I am happy that you found a gem, wishing you many years of playing.
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@gabrielr4329 thanks Gabriel - I like Tom’s work a great deal, he was a real talent. I use Gefell mics and UA interfaces
I'm sure there are some sick kids in a hospital near you which would enjoy hearing that guitar. Sure, us guitar heads love it, but kids with not much time left to live would appreciate it even more I bet, in person.
What's the scale length of this one ?
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@Jason_Music 25 is the sweet spot for a 12 in my opinion
What's the opening tune?
@MichaelWatts
6 күн бұрын
@@andybaldman ah that’s a new one I’m working on!
8:00 whats the tune?
@MichaelWatts
2 күн бұрын
@@angelg8445 samba pa ti by Carlos Santana
@angelg8445
2 күн бұрын
@@MichaelWatts OMG I knew it and love that tune! Great playing!