sense of humour does him a lot of favours too. absolutely love his jokes. love watchin' all of these guys tbh, its definitely more interesting and more entertaining than your run of the mill sitcom.
I guess Im randomly asking but does anybody know of a trick to get back into an instagram account..? I was stupid forgot my login password. I appreciate any assistance you can give me!
I've had my SDM-18 for four years and I play it regularly. It wants to be played hard, that's what it was designed for and that's where it shines. Best acoustic in its price range if you're into that traditional sound and you like to strum/pick hard.
Im a Martin guy that also loves and appreciates every Sigma that i have ever come across. You dont really hear the openness and harmonics of a solid wood guitar, live over street level noise. Singmas have a nice balanced tone. They are more rugged than a Martin, and feel just like a Martin. Slap a passive KnK mini in these and they are gigable.
Diggin "Mummy caught Me".Sigma have been around for a while now and I've played a few in my day and I've played a coupled nice ones,but I really came for the fine music from across the pond this morning.sounds great.greetings from Ohio.
My 1st guitar was a Sigma 000 and it spoiled me. I've still got it after 35+ years of playing. As much as my ego wants me to get the Martin, I can't justify the cost when compared to how little I actually play it. A real Martin sounds absolutely amazing, but I'm an electric guy. If you're looking for the Martin sound (there is such a thing) and your wallet doesn't allow for it, the Sigmas are a fantastic option.
close Cap`n, but, by 1980 Yamaha were well established acoustic builders & that Xmas song video by Greg Lake is a Zemaitis, also heard at the start of Mandolin Wind with Ronnie Wood, a 12 string & it sounds, well, don`t take my word for it--
Lee mentioned that the Martin Dreadnought Junior has a solid top and laminate back and sides. I have a DJr and remember it's an all solid body guitar. Sitka spruce top and solid sapele back and sides.
What is the best website to determine how old a Sigma / Martin acoustic guitar is? How can the year a Sigma was made be determined by its serial number? Found a tossed out Sigma acoustic guitar. Think it was made in 1974, manufactured in Japan. Thank you
I love my old sigma (mid 90s vintage), but the action on it is crazy high. I've played a number of other guitars where the action is down out of the stratosphere, and while they are easier to play, I actually perfer the tone of "my" sigma. I suspect that the only reason I prefer it though is that it was my first guitar. Captain and Pete (and others), have you played some of the "old" Sigmas? What did you think of them and are they worth the cost of a proper setup/pleking?
Just bought one three months ago. They are epic guitars and play and sound so well! Shame to find out that they’re 25% off now... 😓 painful... but hey! Great deal, get m while you can!
Do you guys have Recording Kings in the U.K.? They are an amazing value....I don't own one but have played them in the store......the 000-18 is everything my 2016 000-18 is....I would buy that instead at this point.....the binding is coming loose on my expensive Martin and it really hasn't opened up like it should by now.....one reason I just play my Gibson.....
Both of these guys are great although the guy on the left constantly talks over Pete and interrupts him. I enjoy the show and the valuable information.
Couldn't have said it better Pete with the notion of more dynamic range in the notes on higher end Martins. I've been playing a DX1 and 000X1 for a few years, both of which are excellent for the money. But recently I was offered a crazy deal on a Martin MMV (a Guitar Center exclusive that shares many characteristics of the D-28). I bought it thinking I'd probably just resell it but I fell in love with how much extra there is in each note and strum. It's almost like 1080p vs 4k video, 1080 is perfectly fine but 4k gives you a little something extra to improve the experience.
About 20 years ago I knew an older guitarist who owned a small shop. He was showing me a D-28 he had just traded for. It played great. I looked it over and told him it was a Sigma, not a Martin. He was shocked. He looked it over more closely than he had when he made the trade. He had just played it and noticed the gold label at the headstock that looked a lot like it says Martin. But he didn't look at it closely. At that time they really, really looked like a Martin.
could someone plese tell me what size of alan key is needed to change the action of a sigma acoustic guitar.. The port is big. I don't know what size to order. Help
Poly vs nitro is the worst argument to make when saying more expensive guitars sound better..i own Martins and Sigmas…Martins are no better than the solid wood Sigmas that AMI are making.You don’t even know what inlay material are used on the fret board.Not plastic btw
100% agree with you, I’ve got 3 all solid Sigma’s plus several guitars that cost a lot, lot more (£4000-£7000 range) and these Sigma’s are really fantastic. I’ve compared them directly with Martin’s standard series guitars (15,18,28 and 45) and they compete very well indeed. They do require a good setup and better bridge pins but once you get them dialled in…wow.
Less junk, more PUNK! Give us a punk rock series. The 77 sound (Clash, Pistols, Damned), the 82 sound (GBH, Discharge, Exploited), and the "modern" sound (whatever kids listen to these days)
Anytime I see Pete on a video I click automatically, just love the dude's playing.
Paul Camus
Same here - he’s got an awesome sense for melody
Absolutely.
sense of humour does him a lot of favours too. absolutely love his jokes. love watchin' all of these guys tbh, its definitely more interesting and more entertaining than your run of the mill sitcom.
@@DaMainDude Here's Pete jamming at sound check with the band on a tour we did a few years ago... soundcloud.com/david-preece/band-jam
I guess Im randomly asking but does anybody know of a trick to get back into an instagram account..?
I was stupid forgot my login password. I appreciate any assistance you can give me!
I've had my SDM-18 for four years and I play it regularly. It wants to be played hard, that's what it was designed for and that's where it shines. Best acoustic in its price range if you're into that traditional sound and you like to strum/pick hard.
I took the chance on a sigma from Andertons last month. Great guitar, sounds very sweet, not sure I want a Martin anymore!
I have an AMI om model. (Ami is the American version of Sigma, same thing) and I completely agree I’m no longer in the market for a martin
I’m in the same boat,just I am selling my Martin…..just does not stand up to what Sigmas can do
Im a Martin guy that also loves and appreciates every Sigma that i have ever come across. You dont really hear the openness and harmonics of a solid wood guitar, live over street level noise. Singmas have a nice balanced tone. They are more rugged than a Martin, and feel just like a Martin. Slap a passive KnK mini in these and they are gigable.
I love hearing Pete playing. Such amazing feel and phrasing.
Diggin "Mummy caught Me".Sigma have been around for a while now and I've played a few in my day and I've played a coupled nice ones,but I really came for the fine music from across the pond this morning.sounds great.greetings from Ohio.
I have a Sigma guitar by Martin and it sounds amazing. These two company's should hug it out again.
Welcome to Acoustic Paradiso, Captain!!!🤘🤘🤘
Very nice guitars,I've played a few Sigma acoustic guitars...grate value for money even before the price drop....great deal..
My 1st guitar was a Sigma 000 and it spoiled me.
I've still got it after 35+ years of playing. As much as my ego wants me to get the Martin, I can't justify the cost when compared to how little I actually play it. A real Martin sounds absolutely amazing, but I'm an electric guy.
If you're looking for the Martin sound (there is such a thing) and your wallet doesn't allow for it, the Sigmas are a fantastic option.
I can't wait to hear Pete play the new Yamaha Red Label FG series.
Yesss!! And FS, too.
Are we ever going to get a video about those archtops on the wall?
close Cap`n, but, by 1980 Yamaha were well established acoustic builders & that Xmas song video by Greg Lake is a Zemaitis, also heard at the start of Mandolin Wind with Ronnie Wood, a 12 string & it sounds, well, don`t take my word for it--
Lee mentioned that the Martin Dreadnought Junior has a solid top and laminate back and sides. I have a DJr and remember it's an all solid body guitar. Sitka spruce top and solid sapele back and sides.
Great vid guys. Would have loved to see more of the OM though
What is the best website to determine how old a Sigma / Martin acoustic guitar is? How can the year a Sigma was made be determined by its serial number? Found a tossed out Sigma acoustic guitar. Think it was made in 1974, manufactured in Japan. Thank you
11:25 Can't you/Pete make a video on these 'nuances' (nuages?), demonstrating it with indeed a 300, a 500, a 700 and a 2000 quid guitar?
I love my old sigma (mid 90s vintage), but the action on it is crazy high. I've played a number of other guitars where the action is down out of the stratosphere, and while they are easier to play, I actually perfer the tone of "my" sigma. I suspect that the only reason I prefer it though is that it was my first guitar. Captain and Pete (and others), have you played some of the "old" Sigmas? What did you think of them and are they worth the cost of a proper setup/pleking?
Just bought one three months ago. They are epic guitars and play and sound so well! Shame to find out that they’re 25% off now... 😓 painful... but hey! Great deal, get m while you can!
I have a jrc40e and I love it.
Confusing: there's Sigma's SDM-18, DM18 and DM18+, sometimes preceded by SIG
Do you guys have Recording Kings in the U.K.? They are an amazing value....I don't own one but have played them in the store......the 000-18 is everything my 2016 000-18 is....I would buy that instead at this point.....the binding is coming loose on my expensive Martin and it really hasn't opened up like it should by now.....one reason I just play my Gibson.....
Could we please see the sdm 18 vs the d 18
Both of these guys are great although the guy on the left constantly talks over Pete and interrupts him. I enjoy the show and the valuable information.
Must get a Sigma DT-45+
More Sigma videos . . . please gentlemen !
Couldn't have said it better Pete with the notion of more dynamic range in the notes on higher end Martins. I've been playing a DX1 and 000X1 for a few years, both of which are excellent for the money. But recently I was offered a crazy deal on a Martin MMV (a Guitar Center exclusive that shares many characteristics of the D-28). I bought it thinking I'd probably just resell it but I fell in love with how much extra there is in each note and strum. It's almost like 1080p vs 4k video, 1080 is perfectly fine but 4k gives you a little something extra to improve the experience.
About 20 years ago I knew an older guitarist who owned a small shop. He was showing me a D-28 he had just traded for. It played great. I looked it over and told him it was a Sigma, not a Martin. He was shocked. He looked it over more closely than he had when he made the trade. He had just played it and noticed the gold label at the headstock that looked a lot like it says Martin. But he didn't look at it closely. At that time they really, really looked like a Martin.
could someone plese tell me what size of alan key is needed to change the action of a sigma acoustic guitar.. The port is big. I don't know what size to order. Help
Have you tried searching for the answer?
Anyone got a link to the Tim Pierce vid Pete mentioned?
So guys just wanted to say we want more ACOUSTIC PARADISO NOW!!!!!!!!
Why is the SDM 18 nearly 1,000 dollars in the US but 500 euros in the UK?
G Chord Challenge - well said.
Which Clapton song does the progression their playing at the end come from? It’s driving me crazy I can’t place it!!!
These Sigma sound better than the Alvarez ones.
Epic Deal/Epic Pete.
Handbags and Gladrags is a Chris Farlowe song, and miles better than the Fake Jock's version. ;)
Hello, is the body of the s000m-18 the same size / thickness as the Martin 000-18? Thank you
Yes
Have the left handed guitars got 25% off?
Sigma 5/8ths Yeah!
West Ham/hawaii shirt. Stylish!
great video for a low budget . that sounds great
Lol how the hell did Lee find a West Ham United Hawaiian shirt.
uk.foco.com/products/west-ham-united-fc-mens-floral-button-up-shirt
They look like a martin, they sound like a martin, they make Lefties, but nobody sells them in Canada.
NIce!
Poly vs nitro is the worst argument to make when saying more expensive guitars sound better..i own Martins and Sigmas…Martins are no better than the solid wood Sigmas that AMI are making.You don’t even know what inlay material are used on the fret board.Not plastic btw
100% agree with you, I’ve got 3 all solid Sigma’s plus several guitars that cost a lot, lot more (£4000-£7000 range) and these Sigma’s are really fantastic. I’ve compared them directly with Martin’s standard series guitars (15,18,28 and 45) and they compete very well indeed. They do require a good setup and better bridge pins but once you get them dialled in…wow.
What about some Epic Deals for Left-Handed Players ? C'mon Andertons, make me buy something !
What is that capo?
Chartin & Chibson
they will open up as they age and you will get the overtones...just later...play them...
To much yacking
Less of a guitar review, and more of a comedy club act....minus the laughs if course. Far too much unnecessary yappin'
What was the song Pete plays a few notes from and says “that was on a D28”? I’m racking my mind and can’t place it.
Rolling in the deep by Adele
Jacques Malecaut Thankyou
taylor big baby video?
Wow! No T shirt, Lee. You could go to the bank with clothes like this!
Sale still on ??? 🤣
Sound like Oasis by busting the bank anytime soon??
Less junk, more PUNK! Give us a punk rock series. The 77 sound (Clash, Pistols, Damned), the 82 sound (GBH, Discharge, Exploited), and the "modern" sound (whatever kids listen to these days)
Mummy caught me strumming....and er humming....
Peteanardo Danishaprio . Pete and Leo were totally separated at birth .
500 squid? That's a weird price for a guitar
What would you pay 500 squid for?
West Ham 2019/20 Team shirt😂
someone didn't take there pills today
Too much bla...bla...
Make good firewood