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James MacDon
Приєднався 4 тра 2019
Covers and Originals of all musical styles.
Відео
Come To Me - Original
Переглядів 25016 годин тому
A song I wrote and tracked over the last couple of days...
James' Voodoo Jimi Jam Jam
Переглядів 3319 годин тому
Wailin' on the Strat to a backing track of the God whom was Jimi...
Dark as a Dungeon - cover
Переглядів 31День тому
A cover of an old Merle Travis tune I have always loved and played since a kid...one of the first songs I learned to sing and play....
2022 Yamaha LS6 ARE Review
Переглядів 46День тому
A sounding of the Yamaha LS6 ARE soloing to a back track with comments.
Say You're Leavin' - blues
Переглядів 66День тому
A back track I found, added some lyrics and guitar..
No More - original
Переглядів 4814 днів тому
Freedom forever. Don't be fooled by the woke agenda no matter how much it looks like utopia - it ain't, just steals freedom.
I liked the tone of the all a bit more in this demo. Plus I like the longer scale length. The LL holds up well in a loud acoustic session.
Wow!!!
Excelente y emocionante interpretación James, se me han puesto los pelos de punta escuchando tu canción, enhorabuena y gracias, like 1
nice
@@DudleyCarpenter-oz8wl Thank You 😊
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Excelente trabajo James, enhorabuena y gracias por compartirlo, like 1
Thank you !!
My favorite song , very well done Sir , I just discovered your channel enjoying your videos, thinking of pulling the trigger on the Yamaha FGX5 here in a few months we will see
Thanks Robert for the kind words...yes, lots of competition for acoustic guitars now...so many builders are making great ones...
Nice playin
Thank you !!
Excelente versión e interpretación, enhorabuena una vez más y hasta pronto James, like 2
Thank you !!
Can you do some Travis Meadows stuff for me??
Never heard of him..but will find him and give a try !
Just listened to him ! Wow !! Thanks for putting me onto him 👍🎵🎶👏
@@jamesmacdon9351Welcome!!!! Lotsa open C songs… you will enjoy it so much!!! Learning how to live alone and ~It Gets Better
I'm Brazilian and I thought the sound was amazing
Thank you !!
Thanks for the comparison video. I'm more of a fingerstyle player than a flatpicking guy, so I always look for the fingerstyle comparison. I didn't think the FG5 sounded that great in the video. I definitely prefer the sound and beauty of the LL16. I have the LL16D and would be ashamed to tell how little I paid for it brand new, with a case. Even at normal street price, I don't think it has an equal for the money. I get excited every time I pick it up and play it. That said, a lot of this is just about preferences and unconscious biases.
I normally will always use my LL16 if doing a fingerpicking song...the notes are much clearer and resonate more...and yes the LL16 is a gem of a guitar and pro level without question. I also have an LS6 which is a phenomenal OOO size.
Cool voice.
Thank you !
All laminat wood guitar?
Yes, however Yamaha used layered spruce for the tops which adds quite a bit of weight but also makes them so sturdy - can't kill them in any temperatures, however necks are prone to lower thus needing a neck reset which many luthiers will not do - they are extremely difficult to get the necks off so the best method is to lower the saddle as much as possible and shave the bridge wood along with a truss tightening to max.
You’re a guitar wolf in sheep’s clothing. Well done.
@@barondavis5692 Ha ha 😜😏🥴🎶🎵🤓
from the san francisco area......great job sir
@@bobdonovan4505 Thank you Bob ! 🤓🎵🎶
Great review! You got me interested in one of these. I like to try different acoustic guitars out especially the lower price ones. Just ordered one in great shape. It was made same year and month as yours. OH! You still have it. Being 11 years old the top should be aged enough to give a sweet sound. Yours sure does. Bought the new fg830. It’s a fine sounding guitar and craftsmanship is as good as it gets on any brand or cost. Drop me a line when you have time. Jeff Clark from Rockdale Texas. Thanks again for your review
@@jefferyclark351 Thank you Jeffery ! Yamaha makes great guitars…and the 830 is indeed a gem !
Hey James, I own one myself as well. I see you mention the date it was made and also which production number it was. I think mine says 61215577. Any suggestions? Thanks 🤘🏻
1977
One of the best videos out there. I received mine tomorrow. I can't wait.
@@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241 You will be a happy camper !! Yes the 5s have ebony pins and thank you 🎵🎶🤓
Just ordered my FGX5 after trying one last year! Can’t frikkin wait for it to arrive! Incredible guitars. Easily rivals the Martin HD28 and Taylor 414ce 25th Anniversary I had! Except far more affordable!
@@dionst.michael1482 Congrats...it will continue to open up over time and get warmer and warmer !!
@@jamesmacdon9351 that would merely be a plus but even as is, it’s a real beauty right off the shelf. Punches way above its musical weight so to speak. I’m so excited to have one for my very own.
@@dionst.michael1482 No doubt !! Nothing like a new high end guitar...can't be beat...
Question. Are the bridge pegs wood? Is 12 lights good for this guitar? Great video! Thank you.
That sounds really really nice especially the first song after the capo was put on. You play very well ! Thanks for sharing I learned alot on this guitar, that I recently purchased. Could you tell me please the strings are you using or the ones I should purchase. Brand and size Thanks again
@@lindamorgan2678 Thank you Linda. Strings are Elixir 80/20 light guage…12-54.
Ok but it's mainly a recording, not much live guitar playing going on.....
Yes, I layered guitar tracks and played live guitar and vocal to them. It’s all me. By the way I have a day job and am not a pro nor profess to be one.
@@jamesmacdon9351 cool, it sounds great. I have played this song a thousand times on stage, love it. I also enjoy your review on the fgx3 im very close to buy a used one, thank you for that.
Glad to hear the FG5 is opening up good, as you said. I bought My FG5 a year ago and it is also opening up real good! I also like the Elexer 80/20 strings alot. You have a nice touch on the guitar and I like your chording!
I was counting his guitars in the background y Yamahas are getting in the way they are huge sounding y very great indeed…y his voice is like Johnny Cash…Singggg yayyy Ty dude y you are 😎
This is great the LL16 is phenomenal, what mic/setup are you using for this video
@@ElieBouChedid Canon T6i Rebel camera, Aston Origin mic, Boss BR800 as interface, cakewalk DAW, Slate plug ins.
Huge fan of Yamaha guitars however the 331 didn't come out until 77-81 according to the vintage Yamaha guitar website and because I got my first Yamaha new in 72 and I was aware of all the makes and models available at that t
In Australia, they come with a gig bag,enjoyed your playing..!!
@@UdonFarang52 In Canada apparently a few years ago came with a hard case, now no case at all. Thank you.
Are you using using 12 s? Great video?
@@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241 Thank you. Yes much easier on the fingers, easier to bend and no noticeable difference in sound to me.
Great video. Did the fg5 come in a hard shell case?
@@dr.stevenpennym.d.3241 Yes, a very nice high end custom fit case and thank you for commenting ! 🎶🎵🤓
JLD Bridge Truss System (Bridge Doctor). It'll work wonders on that old guitar. Believe me, I know, I have a couple of old Yamahas. Get one of those installed in that FG 331 and you'll have no regrets !!!
Will do ! Thanks for the info !🎵🤓
Great performance 👍👍👍❤❤❤ Like 2 Take care and God bless!
Great job, Jim. I love the sound of your LL16.
Thank you, appreciate the listen !
How'd you get so good? Im stuck in the proverbial beginner learning stage 😢 hard to make progress!
LOL and thanks….I am 61 now so been at it since I was 6-7 years old…practice and more practice.
❤️🎶🎵👍🎶🎵🙏😎
Thank you ! 🤓
FG5?
Again… so pure man! Well played, good voice. Send us a list of what guitars you have? Or in your bio?
How do you record your videos?
Canon Rebel EOS t6i for video, Boss BR800 as audio interface, Cakewalk DAW, Slate plug ins, Aston Origin mic and Videopad Video Editor for final edits.
Ordered a fg 5 and a Martin dx2 reimagined will see which I keep
Replaced my old Takamine with an FG5 recently. Thought I would treat myself. It's been a long time. All I can say is it is the sweetest acoustic guitar I have ever played. Both in sound, feel, playability and build quality. I absolutely love it. And at more or less than half the price of other famous brands you really can't go wrong.
Exactly ! They are gems. Mine continues to warm up….had it a year and a half now.
Hey James. Appreciated all your Yamaha videos and just picked up an Fsx3. Such a good recording sound with a tiny bit of mid scoop, and not to low or bright. As clear and articulate as it is the notes and sustain seem to die down a bit. Any thoughts on strings etc. I mainly finger pick but do strumming for recording. Maybe uncoated? Any thoughts would be appreciated.
I love my Yamaha LL16 ARE in beautiful sunburst. Bought second hand for Australian $600. Plays great, sounds balanced and plenty of volume. I agree with the 'consistency' of Yamahas. I play Bluegrass and it's great even tho some say it's no good for that coz it's not a Martin, Gibson etc. When some friends played it they couldn't believe how good it was 'for a Yamaha'. One said it was every bit as good as his D18! Different yes but just different and great. 😀
Most certainly and what a deal you got !!
Its $3899 here in New Zealand
wonderful voice ❤❤
Thank you Riya 🤓
welcome 🌼 i love u 💖
I am looking for one of these. However, there is none to be found locally to try and I am leery about buying an acoustic without trying it first. We'll see if something changes.
Always a good idea to play them especially used ones for sure. I have bought some new guitars without playing them first and some no problems and some not so good so it’s hit and miss. Keep in mind too the LL6 is also around and I’ve played some and they are excellent too.
amazing!!!!!!!
Awesome so pure!!!
Thanks Jasper 🤓🎶🎵😎
good one man
Thank you !
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They both sound great to me. Yamahas are great guitars, and the new FG9s are some of the best dreads on the planet right now.
Great song,great lyrics, great voice😊
Thank you Ann ! 🎶🎵🤓🥰