Sad to say, I usually forget about Eastwood although they are well-reviewed in any of the videos I've seen. Nice to get the opinion of someone you know isn't getting paid for it, thanks Mark.
Don't need to watch you unbox it - waste of time... I have almost a dozen Eastwoods, and love them all - the Classic 12 was one of my first. Sounds like a Rick, plays soo easy - like to play all the Byrds and Petty tunes on it))
Hey Ed. I'm with you on the unboxing but some people really enjoy it. I've done 7 total guitar reviews and this is the second time I've done the unboxing. I used the FF on both (neither lasts more than a minute). I only kept this one because I thought my inability to get the box open was funny. Anyway, I am with you. Who cares about opening a box. There are channels that have 100k subs that only do that. Perhaps even more ridiculous is the reaction video. Why would I care how much some random person likes or doesnt like a song? I dont get it. Anyway, I do appreciate your time and I'm glad you got something out of the video. Have a great week and take care. Mark
Sounds really nice. Is it much better than the Harley Benton? Have you tried the Burns Double Six? Richard Bennett, Mark Knopfler's sideman plays one on "Cleaning My Gun" on Knopfler's Get Lucky album. It sounds really good and is reasonably affordable.
Hey Timmy. This one has a tone that I just love. The tone I used on the first couple of chords and then on the riff to Look Through Any Window is as perfect a 12 string tone as I can get. IMHO. Thanks so much. Please take care. Mark
I have not ever eyed a twelve electric and I am falling for this one. Argh, I am going to get into trouble buying another, Dang, why did you show this. I am off to check Eastwood, mind you, it is Christmas season and maybe I will figure a way to treat myself at $699.
I cannot help but wonder just how this guitar would compare to similar ones made by the same firm. Knowing that the guitar will be used for a UA-cam demonstration for (possibly) thousands of viewers (read: potential buyers), I would expect the manufacturer to ensure that every aspect of the “loaner” represents the best that the firm can produce. That does not mean that when others buy the same product the quality will be less; still, the review would carry much more weight with me if had been a random sale to no one in particular. That said, I will add that the fact that the firm’s owner can be contacted by email or telephone.
What a find. Great guitar Mark. Eastwood have been on my radar for some time, though not for a 12. I have searched for a H77 model 6 string to the point of exhaustion. I located a used one in Japan only to see it scooped by another buyer while I was getting my CC out. Eastwood had released the model with different designations over a period of time, marketing it as Eastwood H77, Eastwood H77 H78, and Harmony H77. All these were vintage designations, and I believed they were only available in the used market. After your tip off about their website, I rushed to it and found the exact model I had searched for, available new as an Airline H78. It has the busiest deck in the music biz, with 3 individually switchable single coils, hooked to three switches on the lower horn, and 6 (count 'em!) tone and volume knobs. Also equipped with a Bigsby trem. I'll be as busy as a one armed fiddler. As I hadn't been able to locate a 3 PU 6 string guitar at a budget price, I eventually settled for a Gretsch G2627T in the used market. I'm happy with the purchase and scooped it for US$420 after some spirited negotiations. Now however, after finding exactly what I was looking for, I've picked one from the 3 available colors, and will sit back and wait for it to arrive. Sell the Gretsch? No way Jose! It is a beautiful instrument in its own right. Buy one of these 12s? Well, having bought a new D'Angelico 12 in September last year, (the Turquoise thing in my avatar) and a new Hagstrom Viking 12 eight weeks ago, I might have to wait a while. The vortex has been especially strong this year. They should publish warnings about it like they do for El Nino events. LOL! I emailed Hagstrom about your channel and suggested they send you a demo model Viking 12 for a review. Hope you don't mind, but you're the only person on ytube doing specialist 12 string reviews.
Looks like a great guitar. Really enjoyed the show, all those great songs. Like the look on your face when you play . You are a true lover of music. What would have made this video even better is your hat. Peace and much love ,keep rocking. ❤🎸😇🧘♀️🕊
Hey Cynthia. Thanks so much for the kind words. I've been trying to smile more. I'm usually overly focused when I play. I'm glad you like the hat. It's the first sign that I'm in the second half of life. Enjoy the rest of your weekend. Mark
It really was a nice surprise. I'm enjoying it more than just about any other 12 string I've played, including the Rick. Thanks so much for your time. Mark
That's a great looking guitar Mark and it sounds superb too. My HB RB612BK finally arrived so I don't think my good lady will let me buy another guitar - for a while ;-)
Hey FH. They're made in Indonesia. Indonesia and South Korea are getting superb reviews for their consistently high quality output. Thanks so much for checking it out. Mark
Brother, I see you everywhere. You and I either like the EXACT same videos or you've commented on 1000s of videos. I see your comments on all different channels. I didn't even watch UA-cam until about 4 years ago. Late to the party. One thing I'll say about Marty Scwartz is, love him or hate him, he was a visionary. I didn't even consider posting a video until Beato put out his 'I'm Sick of Your Excuses' video. I call it the 'Why Not Me' video as he makes a great point. People are watching stuff, so why not my stuff. Great attitude. Thanks again. Every time I see one of your comments from now on, I'm gonna comment 'Got'cha' on it. LOL Mark
The guitar sounds absolutely amazing. I'm looking at their catalog now. I want to win one but I'm also looking at buying one. What have you done to me? Another guitar!! AHHH.
I actually asked if they'd send me one of those to review. I'm sure he gets a lot of requests. A channel with 24k subs doesn't always get me a yes. Once Michael sees how loyal my channel viewers are, I think he'll send me a couple more. I wouldn't be surprised if he sells 50 guitars between now and Christmas from this video. Probably more. He seems like a really nice guy so I'm happy to do it.
Hey buddy. You're going to have to answer to my wife. Great sounding guitar. Owner who cares about customers. Great build quality. Of course I'm buying one today. It will take a little bit of convincing. The hardest part is picking one. 78 different guitars in stock. Jeez!
Hey Fred. Always great to hear from you. I truly appreciate the support you've given me over the past year plus. I am very grateful for your time and frequently witty comments. Take care. Mark
👍🏻 I found a used one that was in pretty good condition in their "Fireburst" finish. (I'm still confused with the large knob ...it just doesn't seem to work like "tone controls" that I'm used to.) I played this and the Harley Benton RB612 CS side by side. (I didn't compensate for the smaller body at first and was strumming much closer to the neck on the H.B. causing it to sound a little bassier). Recording with each guitar was great, and while I like some things on the H.B. a little better... I kept the Eastwood Classic 12. A little nicer overall guitar in fit & finish with slightly better sound. I'm now a happy 12 Stringer! Thanks for your videos. They were a help when I was considering the two.
it's ok, but 700 bucks for a "budget" guitar? hmmm, not do sure about that, especially as it's up against the lovely Gear4Music 12-string Tele, coming in at 150 bucks(ish). After an afternoon of fret-dressing, a tweak on the 12 individual saddles&truss-rod,adjustments/finishing etc (800 grit SiC to the frets)..yummy, smooth as butter, and EVERY pair of notes in tune, all the way up to to fret 22. You just MUST try it... Please do & post it'd make a great show
Hey man. It's funny. Everybody has a different idea of budget. One guy thought budget meant under $1500. Honestly, I think my definition of budget would be under $500. And I'm with you on the buying a nice piece of wood and upgrading. I've become a huge fan of the Epiphone inspired by Gison series. You can buy a guitar for $350 spend another $250 and you something identical to a $3k Gibson. Check out my video on the $69 Aamzon guitar. It played fine. Much better than the first 3 guitars I had. Thanks for checking out the video. I appreciate your time. Take care. Mark
I found a Greco RG-95 (Ric 360/12v64 clone essentially) and I could not be happier with it. Looking into 12 string acoustics now, but I'm not quite ready to pull the trigger on it.
Hey robert I must confess I had never heard of greco until you mention them in your comment. It seems like they have a very. Good reputation overall I have no doubt that your guitar was probably better made than some of the ricks out there. I appreciate sharing that with me and for taking the time to check out the video. I hope you have a great evening please take care and be well mark
Hey Michael. Yeah, I'm hoping that they'll send me one to review. It's a really cool looking guitar. I'm wondering how much tone I'd be giving up for the cooler look. I love the fat sound this thing gets but I'm not a big guy and this is a big guitar. I was only able to look semi-cool on camera with it through the magic of videography. LOL. Thanks for letting me know and thanks for always supporting the channel. I do appreciate it. Enjoy the rest of your week and take care. Mark
I own two Eastwood guitars, the Sidejack 12 and the Classic 12 (both Lefthand). What can I say? They sound great, really good quality guitars for a good price!
Hey Alan. I was trying to figure out what you were talking about and now I got it. I cut and pasted part of the description from an earlier video and that got tacked on. Rick and I both live in metro ATL and a riend of his who works on my guitars first told me about him back I'm 2016. I reached out to him and he helped me get my channel going. I talk about it in that video and thats part of the description. If you're not a fan of Rick all I can say is that my interactions with him have all been positive. The guy interviews Sting and still takes the time to reach out to me...and apologize for not getting back to me sooner. I dont really follow him these days (I still catch the What Makes This Song Great) but I will always be grateful to him. I do appreciate you checking the video out and giving me the heads up. All cleaned up. Enjoy the rest of your week! Mark
Hey Bob. Thanks so much for the continued support. I like the Harley body better because I'm small and the Eastwood swallows me up but the sound of the Eastwood really impressed me. I think the sound I used for the Hollies riff is the best I've ever heard an electric 12 sound. Enjoy the rest of your weekend. Mark
Great video and review mr. Mark. I love your videos Idk why whenever I see a 12 string, I always want to hear hotel california or more than a feeling🤣🤣
Hey Chris. I would ask around and find someone close to you that has a reputation for doing good work. You can also send it out to someone if you can't find anybody local. I am reasonably good at set ups and minor adjustments. I dabble a bit with the electronics. I'm far from an expert on the restoration process. I don't have the patience. If you want to shoot me an email at markaranalli@gmail.com and let me know where you live, I will see if I can find somebody. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comment. Please take care and enjoy the rest of your week. Mark
Thanks, Mark. Nice guitar and nice playing. Eastwood is a Canadian company based in Georgetown, Ontario which is less than an hour away from where I live although they have outsourced the manufacture of their guitars to China. I was considering one of these before I was gifted with a Rik 330-12 but I still may get one at some point just for something different. They cost $917 Canadian.
Hey Doug! How's it going? 2022 is going to be your year. If anybody deserves it, it's you. Is your health improving? Shoot me an email when you have time. Take care my friend. Mark
I just bought this. I already have an eastwood 6 string (airline 59 2pt) and it's superb. Can't wait to get this one, should arrive next week. My first 12! Hopefully I can make it sing n ring. Thanks!
Adam. You really are amazing my friend. You've been such a great supporter of the channel and I really do appreciate it. I hope you have a great week. Mark
Why even bother wasting time to show yourself ripping open a box? It's a waste of time. Others do that too. Dare to be different. Respect my time. Get to the review and give relevant information and nothing else. I don't want circus music and box opening. It was a good overall review. I enjoyed the playing and your opinion of the guitar. Just cut out the bloat at the beginning
Hey Alex. I've done 6 other guitar reviews and only one other time have I done the unboxing. I agree with you. It's ridiculous but a lot of people like it. It's like reaction videos. Why would I care how some other random person feels about a video. I timestamp everything now and the unboxing only took a minute. At least it's better than, you're in the first 45 seconds of the first video you've seen of mine. Please subscribe, join my patreon, and check out my website. I honestly thought the black and white, worn film look, and stopping in the middle to show my aggravation was reasonably entertaining....but I'm biased. Lol. I do appreciate you checking out the video and for your honesty. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. Mark
@@8MinuteAxe I've seen a few of your 12 string videos. I like that you specialize in12 string. You give a nice presentation. My pet peeve with UA-camrs is that many talk too much, or spend time playing intro music and other nonsense. There is too much to see and learn on UA-cam. Don't waste my time ripping paper boxes and playing introduction music. Hit it and quit so I can move on. Be concise. Have a goal. Accomplish it and end it. Now if you were a hot blond, I'd watch all night! Anyhow, Good luck. You do a good job. I was surprised to see you wasting time ripping boxes because you looked like a serious guy. Just my opinion. Others might like to see you tearing cardboard. I got here because I'm selling my 1966 Rickenbacker 450-12.
I'm really liking this Eastwood. Have you ever played the Ibanez Ibanez Artcore AS7312 or the Guild Starfire I-12 Double Cutaway 12-String Semi-Hollow Body? I'm looking at those as well. Could you possibly do a review of those?
Ok Mark, first of all, we share the same wonderful last name, so I am curious, is your family from Abruzzo? Anyway, about theEastwood 12 string , beautiful, looks well made. How would you assess the intonation and tune-ability ? Average, above average, not so average? Thanks.
I recently agreed to purchase Eastwood's last Left Hand Classic 12. (Last one for the time being, anyway). As fate, and perhaps irony would have it, it's coming to me, (In PA), from Liverpool England. With stops in Lancaster, to Derby, thus far. While this won't be Eastwood's advertised, "fast free delivery". I suppose I will have a story to tell. "This guitar came to me from Liverpool, England the, home of the Beatles". I'll have to quick, learn some of Harrison's 12 string licks, or keep my yap shut as to its origin.
Reminds me of my Gibson ES 335/12 1967 dot inlay orange label. My dream 12 string is a Rick Carl Wilson model , that I’ve gotten close to buying a couple of times , the sale didn’t work out. 😫
Hey Stanley. That's well put. It does play exceptionally well. Thanks so much for checking it out. I hope you're well. Enjoy the rest of your week and take care. Mark
Love Eastwood. Bought a Rockerbox DLX LTD a couple years ago. Perfect out of the hardshell case. After playing it 2 years, it is my go to to this day for overall best versatility, tone range, high output and play ability. It has same scale as Gibson s I have played forever. All my muscle memory fits perfectly. But stock setups on most semi-hollows usually have some things missing that I like. If there is more than one pickup with individual volume controls, I FIX that with a Gretsch-style master volume with treble bleed on the lower horn. Have done it so far on the 3 PUP Rockerbox (3 volume, one tone, a pain in the butt to manage balance reliably and quickly and a D'Angelico DC Premeir 12 string. with dual Seymour-Duncans that also got new CTS pots and Orange Drop caps.) I also replace ALL jacks on EVERYTHING with TruTone jacks, most reliable made. I have no fear of mods and to a real player they add value to a transaction if done correctly. Otherwise you are buying the instrument just as a cool place to store some cash. Great if that is your goal. I want them to PLAY the best possible for ME. Having done those mods, my Eastwood Rockerbox is the best playing electric I have ever owned or played. For many years I lusted for a Gibson 335. This one ended that lust.
Hey Ken. Thanks so much. Believe it or not, the most accurate transcription I've seen of it is Songster which is notoriously wrong most of the time. I broke it down into five segments. In the two passages where he chucks several notes I added scale notes. My first take broke down 5 notes in, take 2 was solid but I didnt move up to the 12 feet at the right time, the 3rd time worked out good enough. Lol. Thanks so much for checking it out. I appreciate your time and comment. Enjoy the rest of your weekend. Mark
I ordered one in January '22 and it FINALLY came last week, July (almost 7 months!). I love it. Mine didn't come with a gig bag, though. But it did come packed reasonably well.
Mark I came just to support with no intention in wanting to enter your guitar giveaway, but after seeing and hearing this, I might try and shout out. Possibly not also as work is very consuming of late. Your channel is awesome for us guitar enthusiest and even more for us 12 string lovers. Like #120
Dave. The pleasure getting to know you has been mine. You're always so positive and you always have the best intentions and I truly appreciate and admire that. I hope you and your family stay safe and WARM this holiday season. Take care. Mark
Hey OJB. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I can only weigh in based on the firefly 335 copy, which I own. I think it'd one of many, many examples of just how good automation and quality control have gotten in China. The only difference between a high and low end guitar these days is the materials (perhaps a bit of an overstatement but honestly all of the inexpensive guitars I own, the Harley Bentons, OLP, Epi 339 all stay in tune ans play well. The pickups on the Eastwood really do a nice job capturing the jangle. I know that wasn't a direct answer but that's the best I can do. Have a great day and take care. Mark
Are you a sponsor of Eastwood Guitars? It would be nice if you stated whether you were up front. Also, what other 12-strings did you consider and why did you choose this one over the others in the same price range?
Hey brother. Sorry for the ridiculously belated reply. I don't have sponsorships or endorsement deals with anybody. Vangoa guitars gives me a guitar to give away each month and occasionally when I review a guitar I will be allowed to keep it for a while but I've turned down all offers as I feel like as soon as money is involved, biases creep in regardless of what true intentions may be. The Danelectro is the most popular guitar in this price range and I think this guitar blows the Dano away. I've also tried the Gretsch which has a similar sound but plays a lot stiffer. The Ibanez and Yamahas don't have the tonal capabilities (in my opinion). If you're looking for a real bargain, check out the Harley Benton RB-612. Amazing for the price. It's hard to beat the Eastwood though when it comes to sound and quality vs price. I'm sure you're probably thinking "what use is this info to me now" but I wanted to follow up anyway. Have a great weekend and take care. Mark
The best 12-string electric guitar for any money is a mid-'60's Rick with low output "toaster" pickups. Yeah, the neck is stupidly too narrow at the nut, but nothing, nothing, nothing sounds or looks like it. Worth every damn' penny. String it with flats and in the jingle-jangle morning you'll never be sorry.
I bought the Sidejack STD. The Classic 12 was the toss up. It waas a tough choice, zero regrets. I would check out the Sidejack. Be interested in the comparison.
So, I’m looking at the actual “Gretsch” 12 string. It has a slightly narrower neck at the nut and sports gold hardware and “Black top ‘Filter Tron” pickups (not sure of the specs). All other materials and specs seem the same. It’s only $200 more than this copy. I know 200 bucks is a lot if you don’t have it, but it seems like a “copy” should come in at a substantially lower price. It would be very interesting to see a comparison video between the two.
The Eastwood sounds great. But I also enjoyed the one on Harley Benton. Have you done a comparison of the two? The HB sounded more full and Rick-like, while the Eastwood sounds more Gretsch-like.
What is the problem with HB? Bought one two years ago, plays fine, looks great, had a good set up out of the factory, no problems with the fretwork, ... So what's the problem?
I bought one of these at a pawnshop for $350.00 Cnd. That was maybe 10 years ago. It stays in tune so well. I can pick it up after not playing for a week and it's close, and it stays there. I can play it like an electric 6 string, bend the shit out of it etc. it stays in tune and sounds great. The pups sound fine enough to get the sounds you may want but the pots are all wobbly and feel cheap. The two pots down buy the bridge are volume for each pup, the toggle switch obvious ... so what is the other pot below the pick guard for? The electronics are a bit cheap I think. I just play at home for my own entertainment. I love it anyways
Hey James. I feel the same way you do. In about 10 videos I've called the electric 12 'an incredibly niche' guitar. This is the first electric 12 that has inspired me just to plug in noodle around, write some new riffs, etc. I typically like a very thin neck but I realize that I prefer the wider nut on the electric 12. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comment. Be good and take care.. Mark
Hey brother. I always do the unboxing part with trepidation. Even when I try something clever I always get a few people telling me to stop wasting their time. While I tend to agree with them that watching someone unbox a guitar borders on the ridiculous, I feel like they could just fast forward. That's what I do. Thanks again for always supporting. Take care. Mark
Hi Mark, you won me over with the Eagles tune. I never realized how many songs from my youth had a 12 string guitar. I need to learn them. Thank you for the demo. Looking forward to your next one this week!
Hey Jim. Thanks again. The Eagles tune was done on a 6. I was just showing off the playability with the riff. I believe you already knew that but clarifying just in case. I really appreciate all the support. I hope you're doing ok. Mark
Hey great video, currently thinking about buying this guitar rather than the danelectro 12 string. I don‘t know if I missed it but is the neck thin or thick?
Great sounds! And a great review; you let the guitar speak for itself instead of giving an exhaustive description of every component with a few seconds of playing at the end of the video, like too many YT reviews I've seen. I will definitely consider this guitar for a 12-string electric for my arsenal.
Wow! I've been looking at a lot of 12 strings lately, both electric and acoustic, and I have to say, for this price range for electric, the Classic 12 sounds the best. Most recently, I've been focused on the Danelectro 12, and for the money and playability it sounds pretty darn good. I am a bit hesitant because the bridge setting sounds pretty bright on most of the demos I've listened to. This one sounds as close to a Ric from all the comparison demos I've listened to, and your playing and choice of songs checks ALL of my boxes. The body looks pretty large, I'm a smaller gentleman around 5'7", would that be a problem? also how is the weight?(8lbs listed on their site), I would be sitting down. One more question, how is the action? low enough for these old fingers? I love your comments, and how you've donated income from the channel to good causes. Great video, thank you so much Mark. (subscribed) today.
I love the old movie type music you used during the unpacking. As a owner of 5 12 strings. I can say for that price you cant go wrong.. I like the wider neck unlike the thin one on my Rick. Beautiful looking Guitar . I own a Eastwood electric Mandolin (Looks like a Telecaster of course mini sized) and I can attest to the Quality of their instruments . Another great demo and playing Mark. My Dad just passed so I haven't seen your videos for a few weeks . A lot to catch up on
Al, I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My thoughts are with you and your family. I lost my dad in 2014 and I still miss him. I guy I used to work with gave me the best advice about losing someone close: 'get used to living with it rather than getting over it and you'll find more peace'. Please take care be well. Mark
@@8MinuteAxe Thanks Mark. It was a blessing when he passed on the 17th. He had Cancer that spread everywhere and was in Hospice at home until the last 4 days when he was unconscious and went to the Hospital. He was 81 and had a great life. I turn 60 in a month and because of Dad I can retire at that time. I will be watching all of your and Simon's videos when that happens. I might even get one tenth as proficient as your our on guitar as I can now spend much more time playing. Your are a cool cat. Thanks for reaching out. AL
Hey Detlif. What a deal. I finally decided that the success of the channel merited the epiphone double neck and they dont have it anymore. How do you like it. As far the headstock repair, I think 1 in 4 Gibsons has had a headstock fixed. I recently did a video with all Zep electric 12 tunes. Thanks for checking out the video. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. Mark
@@8MinuteAxe hey Mark, thanks for the kind reply! I really like the gibson. Prior to it I had a used danelectro that was like 300 bucks and it was cool but I sold it cause I thought I didn't need a 12 string electric. Then I saw the eds1275 on ebay and thought it was the perfect opportunity, since I had just sold a cs strat. Its from '94 which was a great era for gibsons and sounds awesome. I actually prefer the 6 string neck pickup to my Les Paul... Its not very heavy and I'll be using it for cover band live stuff (stairway and hotel california) and on my own music (im a music student). And if I get bored of it, I might be able to sell it for more than I bought it for... I really dont mind the headstock repair, its even barely visible. Guitar sounds great and stays in tune perfectly, its really a quality instrument.
You'll definitely be able to get more than you paid for it if you get bored of it. Definitely check out the Zep video. Living Loving Maid, When the Levee Breaks, Song Remains, Riverside, Stairway, plus now you can play Xanadu note for note. Stay safe. Be good. Take care. Mark
Dude, I’m a huge 12 string fan, but the only pure electric 12 string I own is an Epiphone double neck. It’s actually a great guitar, but the weight is prohibitive to the amount of time I actually play it. I’ve been thinking pretty seriously about getting an electric 12 string recently. I typically buy a guitar every year on my birthday which is in March. This may be the one. Great find, great video!
Hey Brian. I bought a guitar two years ago for my birthday and my wife bought me a nice gypsy jazz nylon for my 50th this year. I think that's an excellent tradition to continue. Thanks for the inspiration! LOL. I've been trying to acquire a reasonably priced double neck (really just for the fact that I think they will look really cool in videos). They discontinued the Epiphone 1275 replica, or at least none of the major online retailers have it anymore. The Harley Benton is out of stock for the next 4 months and I don't really want to take the risk of buying a random one off knock off from reverb. Let me know what you end up deciding to get. If you have a video of you playing the Epi, please send it to me. markaranalli@gmail.com. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comment. Take care. Mark
There were unbadged Eastwood 12 strings being sold on Aliexpress a few years ago, I bought one used from a guy who imported it. It was a very nice guitar.
I appreciate the review of a different brand. I need to check country of origin before I buy any instrument. Regardless of how well it sounds. What is your opinion on the Takamine, Mitchell or Art & Lutheir 12 strings?
Hey Jeff. I sent you an email yesterday. Thanks again for the support. I really appreciate your time and comments. I own a Takamine GJ-72 and I love it. It's not the easiest guitar to play (it's a jumbo and I'm not a big guy) but the sound and looks are unparalleled at the price point. I also had a Mitchell. I would say the Mitchell was the easiest 12 string to play of any acoustic 12 I've ever had. The string sets are cut really close together and I prefer that being somewhat of an experienced 12 string player. It's funny, when you mentioned Art and Luthrie I was thinking of Huss and Dalton. LOL. I was going to say, I'd have to take a second mortgage out to buy one of those! Never played an A and L. How about you? Shoot me an email when you have time. Have a great day and take care. Mark
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Sad to say, I usually forget about Eastwood although they are well-reviewed in any of the videos I've seen. Nice to get the opinion of someone you know isn't getting paid for it, thanks Mark.
Don't need to watch you unbox it - waste of time... I have almost a dozen Eastwoods, and love them all - the Classic 12 was one of my first. Sounds like a Rick, plays soo easy - like to play all the Byrds and Petty tunes on it))
Hey Ed. I'm with you on the unboxing but some people really enjoy it. I've done 7 total guitar reviews and this is the second time I've done the unboxing. I used the FF on both (neither lasts more than a minute). I only kept this one because I thought my inability to get the box open was funny. Anyway, I am with you. Who cares about opening a box. There are channels that have 100k subs that only do that. Perhaps even more ridiculous is the reaction video. Why would I care how much some random person likes or doesnt like a song? I dont get it. Anyway, I do appreciate your time and I'm glad you got something out of the video. Have a great week and take care. Mark
Sounds really nice. Is it much better than the Harley Benton? Have you tried the Burns Double Six? Richard Bennett, Mark Knopfler's sideman plays one on "Cleaning My Gun" on Knopfler's Get Lucky album. It sounds really good and is reasonably affordable.
Yep, you got me wanting this guitar. Well done, another thing to try to explain to my wife that I "need to have." Love the video Mark! Thanks.
So much for your "freedom initiative" you ask your wife when you can go outside and wipe your ass too? Be a man.
Don’t let your wife control you like that buddy, you don’t need to explain anything
Another awesome video giving love to one of the most beautiful sounding instruments - the 12 string.
Hey Timmy. This one has a tone that I just love. The tone I used on the first couple of chords and then on the riff to Look Through Any Window is as perfect a 12 string tone as I can get. IMHO. Thanks so much. Please take care. Mark
I have not ever eyed a twelve electric and I am falling for this one. Argh, I am going to get into trouble buying another, Dang, why did you show this. I am off to check Eastwood, mind you, it is Christmas season and maybe I will figure a way to treat myself at $699.
Thanks for the video Mark. Also, thanks for making your knowledge and your videos free.
Another awesome video Mark! It's a real pleasure to watch listen to you jam on a 12 string. Thanks for all you do!
Hey LWC. I really appreciate the kind words. I am very grateful for your time. I hope you have an amazing weekend. Mark
See even comes with a case. $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$ I'll never hold something that beautiful...🎸🎶😷😢😟😓😫😔
I've several Eastwood models, including a SideJack 12 string. No complaints, whatsoever. And they look fantastic, esp the new Backlund Rockerbox.
I cannot help but wonder just how this guitar would compare to similar ones made by the same firm. Knowing that the guitar will be used for a UA-cam demonstration for (possibly) thousands of viewers (read: potential buyers), I would expect the manufacturer to ensure that every aspect of the “loaner” represents the best that the firm can produce. That does not mean that when others buy the same product the quality will be less; still, the review would carry much more weight with me if had been a random sale to no one in particular. That said, I will add that the fact that the firm’s owner can be contacted by email or telephone.
What a find. Great guitar Mark. Eastwood have been on my radar for some time, though not for a 12. I have searched for a H77 model 6 string to the point of exhaustion. I located a used one in Japan only to see it scooped by another buyer while I was getting my CC out. Eastwood had released the model with different designations over a period of time, marketing it as Eastwood H77, Eastwood H77 H78, and Harmony H77. All these were vintage designations, and I believed they were only available in the used market. After your tip off about their website, I rushed to it and found the exact model I had searched for, available new as an Airline H78. It has the busiest deck in the music biz, with 3 individually switchable single coils, hooked to three switches on the lower horn, and 6 (count 'em!) tone and volume knobs. Also equipped with a Bigsby trem. I'll be as busy as a one armed fiddler. As I hadn't been able to locate a 3 PU 6 string guitar at a budget price, I eventually settled for a Gretsch G2627T in the used market. I'm happy with the purchase and scooped it for US$420 after some spirited negotiations. Now however, after finding exactly what I was looking for, I've picked one from the 3 available colors, and will sit back and wait for it to arrive. Sell the Gretsch? No way Jose! It is a beautiful instrument in its own right. Buy one of these 12s? Well, having bought a new D'Angelico 12 in September last year, (the Turquoise thing in my avatar) and a new Hagstrom Viking 12 eight weeks ago, I might have to wait a while. The vortex has been especially strong this year. They should publish warnings about it like they do for El Nino events. LOL! I emailed Hagstrom about your channel and suggested they send you a demo model Viking 12 for a review. Hope you don't mind, but you're the only person on ytube doing specialist 12 string reviews.
Looks like a great guitar. Really enjoyed the show, all those great songs. Like the look on your face when you play . You are a true lover of music. What would have made this video even better is your hat. Peace and much love ,keep rocking. ❤🎸😇🧘♀️🕊
Hey Cynthia. Thanks so much for the kind words. I've been trying to smile more. I'm usually overly focused when I play. I'm glad you like the hat. It's the first sign that I'm in the second half of life. Enjoy the rest of your weekend. Mark
Another informative unbiased review. Well done. But I wished I hadn’t seen it now…..anyone want to buy a Rick 360-12?
You know, every time I do one of these I get a pain in my OWN side because I feel like I'm digging the knife in. sorry.
That guitar sounds Great!
It really was a nice surprise. I'm enjoying it more than just about any other 12 string I've played, including the Rick. Thanks so much for your time. Mark
Thanks for sharing your take on the Eastwood. now I WANT ONE!!! Great riffs too, showed the range of sound nicely
$2500 on a rick? i don't want to spend $12k on a fender xii - or $4k on the new version!
Nice review Mark, finding myself quite tempted to get one myself!
That's a great looking guitar Mark and it sounds superb too. My HB RB612BK finally arrived so I don't think my good lady will let me buy another guitar - for a while ;-)
Where are these made?I assume Mexico.Based on the price range and quality.
Hey FH. They're made in Indonesia. Indonesia and South Korea are getting superb reviews for their consistently high quality output. Thanks so much for checking it out. Mark
Great video Mark! I love the 12 String electric, especially when you play.
I always thought I wanted a Ric, but that has the looks (and sounds). I do like some art deco and then you said the price.. hmm 🤔☮💗
Brother, I see you everywhere. You and I either like the EXACT same videos or you've commented on 1000s of videos. I see your comments on all different channels. I didn't even watch UA-cam until about 4 years ago. Late to the party. One thing I'll say about Marty Scwartz is, love him or hate him, he was a visionary. I didn't even consider posting a video until Beato put out his 'I'm Sick of Your Excuses' video. I call it the 'Why Not Me' video as he makes a great point. People are watching stuff, so why not my stuff. Great attitude. Thanks again. Every time I see one of your comments from now on, I'm gonna comment 'Got'cha' on it. LOL Mark
As always, very cool video! You’ve got me wanting to explore Eastwood deeper. Also, got me wanting to try a thumb pick! Thanks, Mark…
Be careful with the Eastwood website. Too many cool guitars. LOL. Thanks so much for the support Burton. I really do appreciate it. Mark
I love my Framus Texan 12 from 1970, great sound and a very nice made neck.
The guitar sounds absolutely amazing. I'm looking at their catalog now. I want to win one but I'm also looking at buying one. What have you done to me? Another guitar!! AHHH.
He gives me GAS (guitar acquisition syndrome) too… hahaha
LOL. Thanks so much brother.
Great video. I just picked up an Airline Tuxedo. Love it.
I actually asked if they'd send me one of those to review. I'm sure he gets a lot of requests. A channel with 24k subs doesn't always get me a yes. Once Michael sees how loyal my channel viewers are, I think he'll send me a couple more. I wouldn't be surprised if he sells 50 guitars between now and Christmas from this video. Probably more. He seems like a really nice guy so I'm happy to do it.
Hey buddy. You're going to have to answer to my wife. Great sounding guitar. Owner who cares about customers. Great build quality. Of course I'm buying one today. It will take a little bit of convincing. The hardest part is picking one. 78 different guitars in stock. Jeez!
Thanks Stan. I think it's well worth it. I really enjoy playing it. Have a a great day. Mark
Imagine having to answer to your wife. Grow a set.
Yeah, I think if I were in the market for an electric 12, I'd be seriously eyeing this one!
Nice job on the review, Mark!
Fred
Hey Fred. Always great to hear from you. I truly appreciate the support you've given me over the past year plus. I am very grateful for your time and frequently witty comments. Take care. Mark
👍🏻 I found a used one that was in pretty good condition in their "Fireburst" finish. (I'm still confused with the large knob ...it just doesn't seem to work like "tone controls" that I'm used to.) I played this and the Harley Benton RB612 CS side by side. (I didn't compensate for the smaller body at first and was strumming much closer to the neck on the H.B. causing it to sound a little bassier). Recording with each guitar was great, and while I like some things on the H.B. a little better... I kept the Eastwood Classic 12. A little nicer overall guitar in fit & finish with slightly better sound. I'm now a happy 12 Stringer! Thanks for your videos. They were a help when I was considering the two.
it's ok, but 700 bucks for a "budget" guitar? hmmm, not do sure about that, especially as it's up against the lovely Gear4Music 12-string Tele, coming in at 150 bucks(ish). After an afternoon of fret-dressing, a tweak on the 12 individual saddles&truss-rod,adjustments/finishing etc (800 grit SiC to the frets)..yummy, smooth as butter, and EVERY pair of notes in tune, all the way up to to fret 22.
You just MUST try it...
Please do & post it'd make a great show
Hey man. It's funny. Everybody has a different idea of budget. One guy thought budget meant under $1500. Honestly, I think my definition of budget would be under $500. And I'm with you on the buying a nice piece of wood and upgrading. I've become a huge fan of the Epiphone inspired by Gison series. You can buy a guitar for $350 spend another $250 and you something identical to a $3k Gibson. Check out my video on the $69 Aamzon guitar. It played fine. Much better than the first 3 guitars I had. Thanks for checking out the video. I appreciate your time. Take care. Mark
I found a Greco RG-95 (Ric 360/12v64 clone essentially) and I could not be happier with it. Looking into 12 string acoustics now, but I'm not quite ready to pull the trigger on it.
Hey robert I must confess I had never heard of greco until you mention them in your comment. It seems like they have a very. Good reputation overall I have no doubt that your guitar was probably better made than some of the ricks out there. I appreciate sharing that with me and for taking the time to check out the video. I hope you have a great evening please take care and be well mark
This was a really informative and well crafted video. The guitar sounds great and you did it proud!
I have an Eastwood sidejack 12, absolutely love it.
Hey Michael. Yeah, I'm hoping that they'll send me one to review. It's a really cool looking guitar. I'm wondering how much tone I'd be giving up for the cooler look. I love the fat sound this thing gets but I'm not a big guy and this is a big guitar. I was only able to look semi-cool on camera with it through the magic of videography. LOL. Thanks for letting me know and thanks for always supporting the channel. I do appreciate it. Enjoy the rest of your week and take care. Mark
Great review Mark! That is definitely looks like a lot of guitar for the money! Thanks for sharing!
That looks and sounds great Mark, thanks for the demo 😎
Agreed, it's hard to find an unbiased review these days. Looks like a nice 12
Good price, good looking and good sound. I'd say overall it's good.
I own two Eastwood guitars, the Sidejack 12 and the Classic 12 (both Lefthand). What can I say? They sound great, really good quality guitars for a good price!
What’s the deal with the Rick Beato call out at the end of the description?
Hey Alan. I was trying to figure out what you were talking about and now I got it. I cut and pasted part of the description from an earlier video and that got tacked on. Rick and I both live in metro ATL and a riend of his who works on my guitars first told me about him back I'm 2016. I reached out to him and he helped me get my channel going. I talk about it in that video and thats part of the description. If you're not a fan of Rick all I can say is that my interactions with him have all been positive. The guy interviews Sting and still takes the time to reach out to me...and apologize for not getting back to me sooner. I dont really follow him these days (I still catch the What Makes This Song Great) but I will always be grateful to him. I do appreciate you checking the video out and giving me the heads up. All cleaned up. Enjoy the rest of your week! Mark
@@8MinuteAxe all good! I was just super curious because it seemed very out of place.
SOUNDS NICE! but, I still like the HARLEY BENTON. Good video.
Hey Bob. Thanks so much for the continued support. I like the Harley body better because I'm small and the Eastwood swallows me up but the sound of the Eastwood really impressed me. I think the sound I used for the Hollies riff is the best I've ever heard an electric 12 sound. Enjoy the rest of your weekend. Mark
Great video and review mr.
Mark. I love your videos
Idk why whenever I see a 12 string, I always want to hear hotel california or more than a feeling🤣🤣
hey sir i have a harmony 12 string ,early 60s was my Dads. he passed away it needs some fixing who would you suggest to restore it? love the videos
Hey Chris. I would ask around and find someone close to you that has a reputation for doing good work. You can also send it out to someone if you can't find anybody local. I am reasonably good at set ups and minor adjustments. I dabble a bit with the electronics. I'm far from an expert on the restoration process. I don't have the patience. If you want to shoot me an email at markaranalli@gmail.com and let me know where you live, I will see if I can find somebody. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comment. Please take care and enjoy the rest of your week. Mark
Thanks, Mark. Nice guitar and nice playing. Eastwood is a Canadian company based in Georgetown, Ontario which is less than an hour away from where I live although they have outsourced the manufacture of their guitars to China. I was considering one of these before I was gifted with a Rik 330-12 but I still may get one at some point just for something different. They cost $917 Canadian.
fyi, these are manufactured in Indonesia
Cool video and cool guitar. Even if I don't win it I'll keep watching your videos. I have to get myself a 12 string one of these days.
Hey Doug! How's it going? 2022 is going to be your year. If anybody deserves it, it's you. Is your health improving? Shoot me an email when you have time. Take care my friend. Mark
I just bought this. I already have an eastwood 6 string (airline 59 2pt) and it's superb. Can't wait to get this one, should arrive next week. My first 12! Hopefully I can make it sing n ring. Thanks!
That's awesome Mark, great guitar there man 😀🤘🎵🔥🔥🔥
Adam. You really are amazing my friend. You've been such a great supporter of the channel and I really do appreciate it. I hope you have a great week. Mark
Why even bother wasting time to show yourself ripping open a box? It's a waste of time. Others do that too. Dare to be different. Respect my time. Get to the review and give relevant information and nothing else. I don't want circus music and box opening. It was a good overall review. I enjoyed the playing and your opinion of the guitar. Just cut out the bloat at the beginning
Hey Alex. I've done 6 other guitar reviews and only one other time have I done the unboxing. I agree with you. It's ridiculous but a lot of people like it. It's like reaction videos. Why would I care how some other random person feels about a video. I timestamp everything now and the unboxing only took a minute. At least it's better than, you're in the first 45 seconds of the first video you've seen of mine. Please subscribe, join my patreon, and check out my website. I honestly thought the black and white, worn film look, and stopping in the middle to show my aggravation was reasonably entertaining....but I'm biased. Lol. I do appreciate you checking out the video and for your honesty. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. Mark
@@8MinuteAxe I've seen a few of your 12 string videos. I like that you specialize in12 string. You give a nice presentation. My pet peeve with UA-camrs is that many talk too much, or spend time playing intro music and other nonsense. There is too much to see and learn on UA-cam. Don't waste my time ripping paper boxes and playing introduction music. Hit it and quit so I can move on. Be concise. Have a goal. Accomplish it and end it. Now if you were a hot blond, I'd watch all night! Anyhow, Good luck. You do a good job. I was surprised to see you wasting time ripping boxes because you looked like a serious guy. Just my opinion. Others might like to see you tearing cardboard. I got here because I'm selling my 1966 Rickenbacker 450-12.
I'm really liking this Eastwood. Have you ever played the Ibanez Ibanez Artcore AS7312 or the Guild Starfire I-12 Double Cutaway 12-String Semi-Hollow Body? I'm looking at those as well. Could you possibly do a review of those?
Ok Mark, first of all, we share the same wonderful last name, so I am curious, is your family from Abruzzo? Anyway, about theEastwood 12 string , beautiful, looks well made. How would you assess the intonation and tune-ability ? Average, above average, not so average? Thanks.
I recently agreed to purchase Eastwood's last Left Hand Classic 12. (Last one for the time being, anyway). As fate, and perhaps irony would have it, it's coming to me, (In PA), from Liverpool England. With stops in Lancaster, to Derby, thus far. While this won't be Eastwood's advertised, "fast free delivery". I suppose I will have a story to tell. "This guitar came to me from Liverpool, England the, home of the Beatles". I'll have to quick, learn some of Harrison's 12 string licks, or keep my yap shut as to its origin.
Reminds me of my Gibson ES 335/12 1967 dot inlay orange label.
My dream 12 string is a Rick Carl Wilson model , that I’ve gotten close to buying a couple of times , the sale didn’t work out. 😫
The guitar sound was very clean and appears to play very fast.
Hey Stanley. That's well put. It does play exceptionally well. Thanks so much for checking it out. I hope you're well. Enjoy the rest of your week and take care. Mark
Love Eastwood. Bought a Rockerbox DLX LTD a couple years ago. Perfect out of the hardshell case.
After playing it 2 years, it is my go to to this day for overall best versatility, tone range, high output and play ability. It has same scale as Gibson s I have played forever. All my muscle memory fits perfectly.
But stock setups on most semi-hollows usually have some things missing that I like. If there is more than one pickup with individual volume controls, I FIX that with a Gretsch-style master volume with treble bleed on the lower horn. Have done it so far on the 3 PUP Rockerbox (3 volume, one tone, a pain in the butt to manage balance reliably and quickly and a D'Angelico DC Premeir 12 string. with dual Seymour-Duncans that also got new CTS pots and Orange Drop caps.) I also replace ALL jacks on EVERYTHING with TruTone jacks, most reliable made. I have no fear of mods and to a real player they add value to a transaction if done correctly. Otherwise you are buying the instrument just as a cool place to store some cash. Great if that is your goal. I want them to PLAY the best possible for ME.
Having done those mods, my Eastwood Rockerbox is the best playing electric I have ever owned or played. For many years I lusted for a Gibson 335. This one ended that lust.
Casually plays the lead from 8 miles high, which is technically impossible 🤘
Hey Ken. Thanks so much. Believe it or not, the most accurate transcription I've seen of it is Songster which is notoriously wrong most of the time. I broke it down into five segments. In the two passages where he chucks several notes I added scale notes. My first take broke down 5 notes in, take 2 was solid but I didnt move up to the 12 feet at the right time, the 3rd time worked out good enough. Lol. Thanks so much for checking it out. I appreciate your time and comment. Enjoy the rest of your weekend. Mark
Get to open... your so awesome...
I ordered one in January '22 and it FINALLY came last week, July (almost 7 months!). I love it. Mine didn't come with a gig bag, though. But it did come packed reasonably well.
Mark I came just to support with no intention in wanting to enter your guitar giveaway, but after seeing and hearing this, I might try and shout out. Possibly not also as work is very consuming of late.
Your channel is awesome for us guitar enthusiest and even more for us 12 string lovers. Like #120
Dave. The pleasure getting to know you has been mine. You're always so positive and you always have the best intentions and I truly appreciate and admire that. I hope you and your family stay safe and WARM this holiday season. Take care. Mark
Any opinions on the Firefly 12 string GK 12-E ?
Hey OJB. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I can only weigh in based on the firefly 335 copy, which I own. I think it'd one of many, many examples of just how good automation and quality control have gotten in China. The only difference between a high and low end guitar these days is the materials (perhaps a bit of an overstatement but honestly all of the inexpensive guitars I own, the Harley Bentons, OLP, Epi 339 all stay in tune ans play well. The pickups on the Eastwood really do a nice job capturing the jangle. I know that wasn't a direct answer but that's the best I can do. Have a great day and take care. Mark
Are you a sponsor of Eastwood Guitars? It would be nice if you stated whether you were up front. Also, what other 12-strings did you consider and why did you choose this one over the others in the same price range?
I'm guessing you didn't watch the whole video.... 2:19
Hey brother. Sorry for the ridiculously belated reply. I don't have sponsorships or endorsement deals with anybody. Vangoa guitars gives me a guitar to give away each month and occasionally when I review a guitar I will be allowed to keep it for a while but I've turned down all offers as I feel like as soon as money is involved, biases creep in regardless of what true intentions may be. The Danelectro is the most popular guitar in this price range and I think this guitar blows the Dano away. I've also tried the Gretsch which has a similar sound but plays a lot stiffer. The Ibanez and Yamahas don't have the tonal capabilities (in my opinion). If you're looking for a real bargain, check out the Harley Benton RB-612. Amazing for the price. It's hard to beat the Eastwood though when it comes to sound and quality vs price. I'm sure you're probably thinking "what use is this info to me now" but I wanted to follow up anyway. Have a great weekend and take care. Mark
Nice review Axe, i want one
It is certainly a great instrument, but the Hagström Viking DLX 12 has the same tonal possibilities and is much more affordable.
The best 12-string electric guitar for any money is a mid-'60's Rick with low output "toaster" pickups. Yeah, the neck is stupidly too narrow at the nut, but nothing, nothing, nothing sounds or looks like it. Worth every damn' penny. String it with flats and in the jingle-jangle morning you'll never be sorry.
I bought the Sidejack STD. The Classic 12 was the toss up. It waas a tough choice, zero regrets.
I would check out the Sidejack. Be interested in the comparison.
Mark. Right now the Rivolta Combinata 12 sounds the best. 2nd is the Reverend Airwave 12. What’s your take ? Thanks. Chuck
So, I’m looking at the actual “Gretsch” 12 string. It has a slightly narrower neck at the nut and sports gold hardware and “Black top ‘Filter Tron” pickups (not sure of the specs). All other materials and specs seem the same. It’s only $200 more than this copy. I know 200 bucks is a lot if you don’t have it, but it seems like a “copy” should come in at a substantially lower price. It would be very interesting to see a comparison video between the two.
The Eastwood sounds great. But I also enjoyed the one on Harley Benton. Have you done a comparison of the two? The HB sounded more full and Rick-like, while the Eastwood sounds more Gretsch-like.
What is the problem with HB? Bought one two years ago, plays fine, looks great, had a good set up out of the factory, no problems with the fretwork, ... So what's the problem?
How is this compared to the Gretsch 5422-12 ? I read some Gretsch reviews that said it has some intonation problems.
I bought one of these at a pawnshop for $350.00 Cnd. That was maybe 10 years ago. It stays in tune so well. I can pick it up after not playing for a week and it's close, and it stays there. I can play it like an electric 6 string, bend the shit out of it etc. it stays in tune and sounds great. The pups sound fine enough to get the sounds you may want but the pots are all wobbly and feel cheap. The two pots down buy the bridge are volume for each pup, the toggle switch obvious ... so what is the other pot below the pick guard for? The electronics are a bit cheap I think. I just play at home for my own entertainment. I love it anyways
I've never really had the desire to own an electric guitar. Now, I do.
Hey James. I feel the same way you do. In about 10 videos I've called the electric 12 'an incredibly niche' guitar. This is the first electric 12 that has inspired me just to plug in noodle around, write some new riffs, etc. I typically like a very thin neck but I realize that I prefer the wider nut on the electric 12. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comment. Be good and take care.. Mark
Ibanez AS7312.
I'll trade you my Dan 12 and throw in a couple pedals and $87.49 for it! Come on whadya say Mark?
Demo sounds great
Hey Zach. I really appreciate your time and support. Have a great weekend brother. Mark
Mark ... Based on value and tone, do you think the Eastwood is worth 3+ times more than the Harley Benton? I'm considering both. TIA
Your unboxing/review videos are better than mine! :)
Hey brother. I always do the unboxing part with trepidation. Even when I try something clever I always get a few people telling me to stop wasting their time. While I tend to agree with them that watching someone unbox a guitar borders on the ridiculous, I feel like they could just fast forward. That's what I do. Thanks again for always supporting. Take care. Mark
@@8MinuteAxe Your fast-forward trick was inspired. You sounded relaxed and natural, and your playing at the end was great! :)
Wow, you are great!
Hi, I have this guitar but prefer the Italia Jeffery Foskett signature 12 string, you should check one out.
Individual saddles for each "string set" the one thing a 12 string really needs is individual saddles for each STRING
I got the HD acoustic with hard case. I crapped my pants when I saw it. Fishman 2 pickup system. What's not to love?
I picked up a hollow body for the first time yesterday, It was an Ibanez, and I really liked it
I’ve got to stop watching your videos. My wife is going to kill me if I buy another guitar!
Nice job!
How do u become a tester
Hi Mark, you won me over with the Eagles tune. I never realized how many songs from my youth had a 12 string guitar. I need to learn them. Thank you for the demo. Looking forward to your next one this week!
Hey Jim. Thanks again. The Eagles tune was done on a 6. I was just showing off the playability with the riff. I believe you already knew that but clarifying just in case. I really appreciate all the support. I hope you're doing ok. Mark
Hey great video, currently thinking about buying this guitar rather than the danelectro 12 string.
I don‘t know if I missed it but is the neck thin or thick?
In the intro you “open” the box but at 3:38 you say that you’ve been playing the guitar for 3 days already? 🤨
Great sounds! And a great review; you let the guitar speak for itself instead of giving an exhaustive description of every component with a few seconds of playing at the end of the video, like too many YT reviews I've seen. I will definitely consider this guitar for a 12-string electric for my arsenal.
just spent 8 minutes watching an infomercial. Thumbs down
$$$$$$$$$😫😓
Wow! I've been looking at a lot of 12 strings lately, both electric and acoustic, and I have to say, for this price range for electric, the Classic 12 sounds the best.
Most recently, I've been focused on the Danelectro 12, and for the money and playability it sounds pretty darn good. I am a bit hesitant because the bridge setting sounds pretty bright on most of the demos I've listened to.
This one sounds as close to a Ric from all the comparison demos I've listened to, and your playing and choice of songs checks ALL of my boxes.
The body looks pretty large, I'm a smaller gentleman around 5'7", would that be a problem? also how is the weight?(8lbs listed on their site), I would be sitting down.
One more question, how is the action? low enough for these old fingers?
I love your comments, and how you've donated income from the channel to good causes.
Great video, thank you so much Mark.
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It sounds nice, but it doesn't have the bright jangle of a Rickenbacker.
I love the old movie type music you used during the unpacking. As a owner of 5 12 strings. I can say for that price you cant go wrong.. I like the wider neck unlike the thin one on my Rick. Beautiful looking Guitar . I own a Eastwood electric Mandolin (Looks like a Telecaster of course mini sized) and I can attest to the Quality of their instruments . Another great demo and playing Mark. My Dad just passed so I haven't seen your videos for a few weeks . A lot to catch up on
Al, I'm so sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My thoughts are with you and your family. I lost my dad in 2014 and I still miss him. I guy I used to work with gave me the best advice about losing someone close: 'get used to living with it rather than getting over it and you'll find more peace'. Please take care be well. Mark
@@8MinuteAxe Thanks Mark. It was a blessing when he passed on the 17th. He had Cancer that spread everywhere and was in Hospice at home until the last 4 days when he was unconscious and went to the Hospital. He was 81 and had a great life. I turn 60 in a month and because of Dad I can retire at that time. I will be watching all of your and Simon's videos when that happens. I might even get one tenth as proficient as your our on guitar as I can now spend much more time playing. Your are a cool cat. Thanks for reaching out. AL
Nice playing, but the tone seemed far behind a Danelectro 12.
You need to review the Danelectro 59x12....and there's a newer one too...
Would love to have that guitar in red. I have two eastwood nashvilles but I’d love one of this model in red.
... why would this be better than a 12 string Electromatic?
Just got a gibson double neck for 2k (theyre normally around 5) because it had a headstock repair...
Hey Detlif. What a deal. I finally decided that the success of the channel merited the epiphone double neck and they dont have it anymore. How do you like it. As far the headstock repair, I think 1 in 4 Gibsons has had a headstock fixed. I recently did a video with all Zep electric 12 tunes. Thanks for checking out the video. Enjoy the rest of your weekend and take care. Mark
@@8MinuteAxe hey Mark, thanks for the kind reply! I really like the gibson. Prior to it I had a used danelectro that was like 300 bucks and it was cool but I sold it cause I thought I didn't need a 12 string electric. Then I saw the eds1275 on ebay and thought it was the perfect opportunity, since I had just sold a cs strat. Its from '94 which was a great era for gibsons and sounds awesome. I actually prefer the 6 string neck pickup to my Les Paul... Its not very heavy and I'll be using it for cover band live stuff (stairway and hotel california) and on my own music (im a music student). And if I get bored of it, I might be able to sell it for more than I bought it for... I really dont mind the headstock repair, its even barely visible. Guitar sounds great and stays in tune perfectly, its really a quality instrument.
You'll definitely be able to get more than you paid for it if you get bored of it. Definitely check out the Zep video. Living Loving Maid, When the Levee Breaks, Song Remains, Riverside, Stairway, plus now you can play Xanadu note for note. Stay safe. Be good. Take care. Mark
@@8MinuteAxe thanks for the recommendation, will check out! You stay safe too!
Your links in the description are for the Vangoa, not for this guitar.
Dude, I’m a huge 12 string fan, but the only pure electric 12 string I own is an Epiphone double neck. It’s actually a great guitar, but the weight is prohibitive to the amount of time I actually play it.
I’ve been thinking pretty seriously about getting an electric 12 string recently. I typically buy a guitar every year on my birthday which is in March. This may be the one.
Great find, great video!
Hey Brian. I bought a guitar two years ago for my birthday and my wife bought me a nice gypsy jazz nylon for my 50th this year. I think that's an excellent tradition to continue. Thanks for the inspiration! LOL. I've been trying to acquire a reasonably priced double neck (really just for the fact that I think they will look really cool in videos). They discontinued the Epiphone 1275 replica, or at least none of the major online retailers have it anymore. The Harley Benton is out of stock for the next 4 months and I don't really want to take the risk of buying a random one off knock off from reverb. Let me know what you end up deciding to get. If you have a video of you playing the Epi, please send it to me. markaranalli@gmail.com. Thanks so much for checking out the video. I appreciate your time and comment. Take care. Mark
There were unbadged Eastwood 12 strings being sold on Aliexpress a few years ago, I bought one used from a guy who imported it. It was a very nice guitar.
Very good review. You said you weren't keeping the guitar, what are you going to do with it?
I appreciate the review of a different brand. I need to check country of origin before I buy any instrument. Regardless of how well it sounds.
What is your opinion on the Takamine, Mitchell or Art & Lutheir 12 strings?
Hey Jeff. I sent you an email yesterday. Thanks again for the support. I really appreciate your time and comments. I own a Takamine GJ-72 and I love it. It's not the easiest guitar to play (it's a jumbo and I'm not a big guy) but the sound and looks are unparalleled at the price point. I also had a Mitchell. I would say the Mitchell was the easiest 12 string to play of any acoustic 12 I've ever had. The string sets are cut really close together and I prefer that being somewhat of an experienced 12 string player. It's funny, when you mentioned Art and Luthrie I was thinking of Huss and Dalton. LOL. I was going to say, I'd have to take a second mortgage out to buy one of those! Never played an A and L. How about you? Shoot me an email when you have time. Have a great day and take care. Mark