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[p.t.murphymagictheatre]

It's amazing how wonderful they both sound in their own ways. If I had the funds I would surround myself with a room full of guitars just to enjoy the different sounds. :)

[robertfantazo]

Being able to adjust the action, I've never seen that before, it's a great idea.

[drewburgess]

Fun to see and hear the comparisons Simon. The instruments are a joy😊

[donnaz]

So fun hearing the different guitars, but mostly it is such a treat to watch your masterful playing of those amazing pieces!

[EmbraCraig]

Lovely to hear that Sor study at the beginning - I played it back in my school days but it’s not one you hear so often.

Great to hear a bit about your different guitars too :)

[jillchan]

Fun watching you compare the two guitars. I’m not hearing any differences, both sound great! I think a good player like yourself will bring out the sound equally well.

[robertfantazo]

I can't pick a favorite in guitars, but I must say that Simon is a phenomenal guitar player and teacher. StayWell my brother.

[aiko_classicalguitar]

Wow, Simon, thank you for this fun and interesting video! I enjoyed it very much.

[merred]

The problem with all those talented luthiers is that either they don't accept orders anymore (too much work) or they live in a country on the other side of the planet, which means shipping and customs risks and cost, or the waiting times are very long. One site mentions that 10 years waiting should be no problem 😞! Also, you cannot test the instrument. Every handmade guitar is unique, so you don't know what you will get. Highly automated factories can deliver more uniform quality, but if you want a custom model you're out of luck. The result: you cannot get the instrument you're dreaming of.

[OneThirdBird]

Wow, both sound phenomenal (of course, the player has a lot to do with it)! The bass on Gary's guitar seems to really thump and sounds articulate, at least on my little bose computer speakers. Sounds freakin awesome. And the Sheridan sounds more "cedar" or warmer, I think, and, you can sense the power of the lattice top. Great video and thanks for sharing Simon.

[Shravan_Vasishth]

Hi Simon, thanks for that; I had been wondering about your guitars too. I recently drove over to Karlsruhe and tried out a bunch of 63 cm scale guitars. I bought a Japanese-luthier made guitar, a Sakurai Kohno Model Special. It's just amazing. I had the action lowered for the same reasons that you mention. Because I never perform publicly, the action works for me. I tried a doubletop as well, but the Sakurai Kohno sound is much warmer and I think it'll be nicer in recordings. My first recording with it is hopefully going to come up in Guitoberfest 2023 :). It helps that I bought a high-end Neumann microphone; that also makes a difference compared to the cheaper Rode or Blue Yeti mike.

[rich_guitar]

This a fun comparison to watch. Congratulations Simon on your new guitar, they are both very beautiful instruments. I just acquired a lattice braced guitar by Lucio Nunez and it surprised me with how powerful it sounds.

[andrew]

I get to see Stephanie Jones this coming up Saturday 😊

[johnwestcott]

What’s the beautiful piece you’re playing, Simon? I know it well, but the name escapes me at the moment. Your playing is exquisite!

[PluckingAmateur]

It isn't easy to find the right word to describe the tone of the Sheridan, woody? I'm going to be honest and say I prefer your new one, though the volume of the Sheridan is impressive I like the overall roundness and focussed tone of the Garrett Lee.

[cindyperz]

I enjoyed the comparison Simon. I wonder if you find reason to change the action and if so when and why?

[funvideofunvideo]

yesterday a handsome boy, now a handsome uncle, time where gone

[Beadgcfb]

Cool! You showed us a Sheridan spruce top you got a while back but I haven't seen you play it much. How is it in comparison? What about them made the Sheridans hard to record?

[Michajeru]

Garrett's guitar sounded somewhat warmer and perhaps had a more friendly voice. Its tone appealed more to me.

[matticeverhoeven]

Love your playing and lessons! Do you offer in person guitar lessons in Sydney?