Watch This Before Buying An Acoustic Guitar | Dreadnought VS OM VS Parlor Explained!

🎵Dive into the world of acoustic guitars as we compare three exquisite models from the Bedell Revolution Series: the Dreadnought, OM, and Parlor. 🎶

🌟In this comprehensive comparison video, we explore the unique characteristics and body sizes of each guitar, offering valuable insights to help you choose the perfect instrument for your style of play.

First up, we take a closer look at the Dreadnought. Ideal for strumming and flatpicking, this classic design offers versatility and presence, making it a favorite among many guitarists.

Next, we examine the OM (Orchestra Model). With its slightly smaller body and narrower waist, the OM strikes a perfect balance between comfort and tonal clarity.

Finally, we turn our attention to the Parlor. Perfect for intimate settings and fingerpicking styles, this guitar offers a unique tonal palette with a focus on midrange frequencies.

Serial Numbers: Dread - #3011, OM - #2005, Parlor - #2003
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00:00 - What Are We Comparing?
01:26 - The Specs
03:40 - The Tone Optimization
05:18 - Back To Back Tone Comparisons
09:48 - Pros and Cons Of Each
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[Eugene]

A subscriber from Russia here. All three awesome instruments. Even though I am totally a dreadnought guy, I was really impressed with that OM model. Sounds pretty strong and bright at the same time. Didn't know much about Bedell since you won't see these in our country. This guitar builder is impressive and the price is well deserved. Thanks for your demos guys

[texhaines]

I like the OM in this comparison. Thanks John and Jeremy

[BulldoggerJK]

I think this more of a testament of how well John can pull tone out of any guitar. I did recently buy an Atkin OM. I was afraid I wouldn’t play it much because I’ve only played dreadnoughts. It’s all I play around the house. I’d take it to any jam and it would compete with any dreadnought. I love this OM.

[dannybaca]

Those sound truly awesome, each with their own character. No favorite, just top quality tone for chosen application. I wish for one of each! Excellent comparison.

[gottaflylee]

That is one of the best sounding Parlor that I have ever heard! Since my back injury, my OM is my go to all the time, Even at bluegrass jams it will hold its own!!

[seanhallahan]

Thank you! Love comparisons and didn't know much about Bedell! Amazing balance in the parlor! Sean

[mvp]

The OM was my favorite, but this demo made me really want that parlor because I have 3 OMs already.

[AlexA]

It kind of depends on how you plan to use it. Horses for courses and guitars for bars. It would be interesting to hear another version of this with a different brand, and different players. Everyone plays anyone?

[kennylee]

I've played all models. I always love dreadnought. Especially when playing bluegrass

[kittyshacktracks]

Very nice video. Definitely liked the sound of the parlor. What model of Eastman parlor does Jeremy own that he said he liked?

[nathanbaker]

To my ears, they all sounded incredible - and I'm hip to your take on the usefulness of each of them with regard to one's own style, technique, aesthetics, etc. I have flamenco and Macaferri style gypsy jazz guitars besides the niche of instruments that you purvey....all do their own thing. That being said, the Dreadnought made me sit up and pay attention. I'll be trying to figure out how I'll pay for one. Cheers!

[rossmuir]

These are all fantastic instruments ; it's just personal preference. I wish the depth of dread tone was able to be found in an OM but it's physics that rules.
Super good format for comparison with short snippets on each and your micing technique means the sound is great.
You deserve to do well.
Cheers, Ross

[TimothyWarner-kryp]

I can't believe it! This is the most best favorite video of Jeremy's even more than the last most best favorite video of Jeremy's! But seriously, you guys do the best work in informing us about the high quality guitars out there. Thanks! I wish I could afford to buy something from you. I'll keep watching because I always learn so much. ALSO: what do you think about using non-slotted pins and sawing tiny grooves in the bridge for the strings to slide down in. This supposedly allows for the ball end to obtain more resonance on the bridge platform in the interior of the body. I saw this recommendation from Driftwood guitars as a means to increasing tone and volume. Should I do this to my new Taylor 424CE?

[jamesadams]

I always thought I’d like a parlor guitar until I heard the OM. Time to purchase another Eastman. Thanks for a great comparison.

[jamesakers]

The OM really stands out for the sound and punchy ness of in your face style picking. I love the Parlor for it's size and finger picking style 😜🤪😁😜. The Dread has the upper level of sound for Bluegrass style. They are all great. Thanks for the Demo Guy's you knocked it out of the park.

[chrislucero]

Can you speak on the playability between a full-size guitar versus a travel/parlor? I keep hearing that you are quite limited if you were to go for a smaller guitar, but I’m not sure what they mean by that. Is it the sounds they are talking about? If so, I don’t really mind because I love the sound of a travel size/parlor. Am I able to do everything on a smaller guitar as I would on the Full guitar? I want to choose a guitar that I can grow with and do techniques and tricks as I progress.

[pawwalton]

All three of them sound great! The dreadnought has more volume and a bit more bass presence but not booming. The OM seems more balanced bass to treble. The parlor is also very balanced for such a small instrument just a bit quieter volume. Thanks for the comparison. Don't think you can go wrong with any of them.

[USNAVDC]

ALL three sound great. Maybe it's just the video, but the parlor sounds better/bigger than the OM...to my ears.

[rzh]

Great demo. I think they fit best finger picking as you implied. Thanks for coming all the way in on Taylor Swift Sunday ! Go Swifties !!!!

[anthonyb]

I love these guitars. Too pricey for me but I love them. I’m a finger picker and although I own each body type. A well made small body guitar is impressive. I own two Breedlove Legacy models and love what they do with cocobolo. I wonder how similar the builds are since I believe Bedell still owns Breedlove?

Thank you for your videos. Great stuff