I'm a lifelong guitarist ( both electric and acoustic )/singer/blues harp player having gigged professionally for many many years all over east/central Florida. I "retired" from playing gigs back in '02 because I grew tired of the club scene. But I really do miss the music and a sweet acoustic guitar. After seeing dozens of reviews of this LL16D, I am convinced that this IS the next acoustic guitar for me. I have yet to see or hear anyone say anything negative about this instrument, including a master luthier, who loves this guitar. That says a lot. It definitely has great tone, resonance, and volume........not to mention the fine work & appointments found only on much more expensive guitars ( I've owned quite a few high end ones. ) Basically, I'M SOLD, and I'm really looking forward to owning & playing one of these.
I think that passage you played around the 11:50 mark has me sold. I play and write alot in those ringing chord voicings and they just jumped out of the guitar. Great review!
Yes there is something beautiful about Yamaha guitars. I have a 1968 FG 150 that has been restored and I love it! I have many high end guitars but have been considering an L series like this cuz Yamaha doesn’t sound like any other mainstream US guitar whether it be Gibson/Martin/Taylor/Guild etc. It has its own unique sound that is iconic! Love the videos mega blessings!
Thanks for sharing your insight Jarvis . The side purfling theory does make a lot of sense in making the top more responsive. Always interesting listing to lutheir's point of view . Great vid as always !
What I love about your reviews is not only the information provided about the instrument, but especially the pure joy you take in playing your guitars !!! Its a beautiful thing. Thank you
Great sound! 5 time recommendations for buying Yamaha LL16 Deluxe model over LL16 is nice touch as advice, and great achievements for Yamaha. I wish both Yamaha and you many happy years in future. May God bless you abundantly, and all guitar makers too! Thank you Yamaha P.S. Please make more A VS B, or A VS B VS C.
I used to play Taylors and I really liked them. Now I play Yamaha acoustics. Best value, quality and sound. My new LS TA with the Engelman ARE top is unlike anything I've played before.
Same here i had a Taylor 714 and 754 loved them now i have this guitar 2019 model and i have the 12 string of this model upgraded the bridge pins to ebony tempted to upgrade to bone saddle and nuts so we will see
@@jefferyclark351 I've never had both in my hands. Listen to Jarvis and check out J P Cormier video about LL 16D, they think purfling affects the sound positively.
Thanks for such good video review! Yamaha guitars seem like such great value. Great guitar thinking maybe LS16D or maybe one of new red label they bring back. This video really helps decide.
Jarvis should I buy a used fg-180 50 anniversary in good condition for 1100 Euros or better a new LL-16 de Luxe? Is there also aLL-16 M de luxe version? Or a ne FG 5...? Thanks and Kind regards.
Hi Jarvis,i have a yamaha LL 16 sunburst which I bought quite many years ago.Personally I never get bored playing with it because of the comfortable slim yamaha neck, it's bright and loud acoustic sounds bec of the rosewood and dreadnought design.If i need to play strumming for group singing, it never fails me.technically wise,I would grade this yamaha buildup slightly better than gibson hummingbird hummingbird. would you agree Jarvis? tq
hi, I'm following you from Italy, I own two Yamaha ll16ds and ls16s, but I liked where you talked about the modifications made to the Yamaha ll16d, the bridge and saddle in fossilized bone, in Italy it's possible... how do you get it?? what mechanics do you recommend for the lld16d?
I’m so amazed by the Deluxe model, I wonder if the LL16M, mahogany version may sound, resonate better than my FGX3. The deluxe sounds louder and has more sustain than my FGX3 for sure.
I have the black LL16 delux model and it sounds wonderful. I'll never sell this guitar, I have to get a little more used to the neck because I'm used to takamines.
@@TheGuitarSpaSingapore The problem is that I have a project to record some covers and my songs acoustically for my UA-cam channel, and I think it would sound better with metal strings. i want to do something more or less like boyce avenue, sometime i can. The problem is that I put my guitar up for sale, but in Venezuela we are all poor and nobody has money to buy it, so I am trying to change it but nobody has a decent guitar here. And that I was going to accept almost anything for my godin, because my godin already has details, but even so, nobody is interested in that here, everyone is waiting to find tomorrow's food. But if one day I get to sell it, I would like that YAMAHA LL16DELUX, it is one of my accessible favorites. I am a singer-songwriter, but I make music in Spanish, I don't send you a song because you won't understand anything anyway. LOL
If I am not wrong, you did quite a number of reviews for LL16 before. You should review other Yamaha models such as the A series which you have not done so, for comparision.
@@Sisky78 well it’s a deluxe model - you take one strum and you will know why you would pay this for so much more guitar you will have plus hours of pleasure beyond your wildest musical imagination
@@TheGuitarSpaSingapore thank you 🎶😊. My LS16(trans acoustic) sounds great, that's why I was asking if you would think there would be a big difference. LL16D here in Canada costs almost $1800 tax in. Anyway, thank you again Jarvis! 😊🎶🇨🇦 I always appreciate your reviews and recommendations.. 😊🎶👍
@@jaepark8922 no but it’s been believed that if there is the abalone purfling on the top edge of the deluxe means the wood over the edges are taken off which is the top perimeters of the guitar top and i suspect it makes the top move more and that’s why it sounds much more responsive
@@TheGuitarSpaSingapore yes after I looked carefully between my FGX3 edge and the abalone purfling, I can see how it could make the difference. Thanks and I continue to watch many of your reviews, it’s really great. Thank you for what you do and how you do it. Best to you.
@@jaepark8922If you dont mind, what are your thoughts on the differences between the FGX3 and the LL16 tone wise? I have the LL16M. I mainly play blue grass
As mentioned in a previous comment in one of your recent vids. I'm looking for my next guitar. I thought I had found it in the FS5 but after seeing this I'm unsure... So as the expert whats your opinion, LL16D or the FS5??? Thanks in advance!
@@TheGuitarSpaSingapore Oh wow I wasn't expecting that. I was sure you would say get the Yamaha FS5, due to being made in Japan and the quality of the parts. But ok for an all round guitar get the LL16D?
@@TheGuitarSpaSingapore I have. It just confuses me more every time I listen. All good tho I hear what you're saying. Thanks for taking the time to respond!
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I'm a lifelong guitarist ( both electric and acoustic )/singer/blues harp player having gigged professionally for many many years all over east/central Florida. I "retired" from playing gigs back in '02 because I grew tired of the club scene. But I really do miss the music and a sweet acoustic guitar. After seeing dozens of reviews of this LL16D, I am convinced that this IS the next acoustic guitar for me. I have yet to see or hear anyone say anything negative about this instrument, including a master luthier, who loves this guitar. That says a lot. It definitely has great tone, resonance, and volume........not to mention the fine work & appointments found only on much more expensive guitars ( I've owned quite a few high end ones. ) Basically, I'M SOLD, and I'm really looking forward to owning & playing one of these.
@@howabouthetruth2157 that’s great and good to come back
I think that passage you played around the 11:50 mark has me sold. I play and write alot in those ringing chord voicings and they just jumped out of the guitar. Great review!
@@dan.nashmusic glad that moved you
Yes there is something beautiful about Yamaha guitars. I have a 1968 FG 150 that has been restored and I love it! I have many high end guitars but have been considering an L series like this cuz Yamaha doesn’t sound like any other mainstream US guitar whether it be Gibson/Martin/Taylor/Guild etc. It has its own unique sound that is iconic! Love the videos mega blessings!
yes uniquely mystically lovely sounding
Love the video! And the energy. I ordered the black LL16D and can't wait til it arrives. Thanks for your reviews!
@@DKing7602 that’s great .. i enjoyed this guitar too
Thanks for sharing your insight Jarvis . The side purfling theory does make a lot of sense in making the top more responsive. Always interesting listing to lutheir's point of view . Great vid as always !
Even over my phone, the sound is quite good. Yamaha has that secret sauce.
What I love about your reviews is not only the information provided about the instrument, but especially the pure joy you take in playing your guitars !!! Its a beautiful thing. Thank you
it’s my passion for
music and guitars
Great sound!
5 time recommendations for buying Yamaha LL16 Deluxe model over LL16 is nice touch as advice, and great achievements for Yamaha.
I wish both Yamaha and you many happy years in future.
May God bless you abundantly, and all guitar makers too!
Thank you Yamaha
P.S. Please make more A VS B, or A VS B VS C.
yes seems like most people like guitar shoot out videos
I understood it is just an optical issue
Wow amazing guitar and great sound !
I just love your reviews! That Yamaha sounds as good as it looks. Thank you!
it’s outstanding
When I watch your reviews I smile all the time . Cheers for that and a great review
@@walterwhiting9970 that’s great
My Yamaha LL6M ARE has really opened up, and these guitars are really underrated models in the Yamaha lineup.
Yes.
What a beauty.I purchased one in black.Very responsive through mids and highs.Thanks Jarvis.
I used to play Taylors and I really liked them. Now I play Yamaha acoustics. Best value, quality and sound. My new LS TA with the Engelman ARE top is unlike anything I've played before.
that is very nice to hear
Same here i had a Taylor 714 and 754 loved them now i have this guitar 2019 model and i have the 12 string of this model upgraded the bridge pins to ebony tempted to upgrade to bone saddle and nuts so we will see
@@brettbrossman9963 TEMPTED? Buddy, swapping the plastic saddle out is the FIRST thing you should have done!
@@LegsON you notice any differences between the deluxe and the regular.
@@jefferyclark351 I've never had both in my hands.
Listen to Jarvis and check out J P Cormier video about LL 16D, they think purfling affects the sound positively.
What happend to the pick guard?
Thanks for such good video review! Yamaha guitars seem like such great value. Great guitar thinking maybe LS16D or maybe one of new red label they bring back. This video really helps decide.
glad that help
@@TheGuitarSpaSingapore Finally purchase the LL16D and its really awesome, haven't been able to put it down. Thanks for your review and recommendation
@@happytrails1963 that is what i want to hear .. you are a happy owner and playing it plus digging it
Jarvis should I buy a used fg-180 50 anniversary in good condition for 1100 Euros or better a new LL-16 de Luxe? Is there also aLL-16 M de luxe version?
Or a ne FG 5...?
Thanks and Kind regards.
My Yamaha LL6M ARE has such a great look. You can drive the top. I just need a minor set up but maybe not.
Hi Jarvis,i have a yamaha LL 16 sunburst which I bought quite many years ago.Personally I never get bored playing with it because of the comfortable slim yamaha neck, it's bright and loud acoustic sounds bec of the rosewood and dreadnought design.If i need to play strumming for group singing, it never fails me.technically wise,I would grade this yamaha buildup slightly better than gibson hummingbird hummingbird. would you agree Jarvis? tq
just different compared to a hummingbird
hi, I'm following you from Italy, I own two Yamaha ll16ds and ls16s, but I liked where you talked about the modifications made to the Yamaha ll16d, the bridge and saddle in fossilized bone, in Italy it's possible... how do you get it?? what mechanics do you recommend for the lld16d?
Really really nice guitar! Thanks Jarvis
@@wingwing2683 outstanding and punchy
Wow that sounds amazing
sure thing
I was thinking about a Martin at some point, but after playing my FG830, if I want another guitar, I have a feeling it will be a Yamaha.
I’m so amazed by the Deluxe model, I wonder if the LL16M, mahogany version may sound, resonate better than my FGX3. The deluxe sounds louder and has more sustain than my FGX3 for sure.
I have the black LL16 delux model and it sounds wonderful. I'll never sell this guitar, I have to get a little more used to the neck because I'm used to takamines.
is the neck thin or thick??
I am stuck trying to choose between the Black and the Natural LL16D models.
@@woodedape natural is better cox the black over time you will see all the dirt and scratches
@@woodedape but black will stand out if you are on stage
Thanks for the advice. The black looks really nice but the contrasts in the natural are awesome. I'll probably go withe the natural. Thanks.
I just got a used LL6M ARE and it is money.
looks sounds brilliant.what strings are on it.
I just got mine and the hang tag say's Elixir.
Just found one in San Diego at Marks Guitar exchange, took it home.
I really like your channel and I love this guitar, I would like to change my Godin for a Yamaha like this, a hug from Caracas Venezuela bro
wow keep your godin
@@TheGuitarSpaSingapore The problem is that I have a project to record some covers and my songs acoustically for my UA-cam channel, and I think it would sound better with metal strings. i want to do something more or less like boyce avenue, sometime i can. The problem is that I put my guitar up for sale, but in Venezuela we are all poor and nobody has money to buy it, so I am trying to change it but nobody has a decent guitar here. And that I was going to accept almost anything for my godin, because my godin already has details, but even so, nobody is interested in that here, everyone is waiting to find tomorrow's food. But if one day I get to sell it, I would like that YAMAHA LL16DELUX, it is one of my accessible favorites. I am a singer-songwriter, but I make music in Spanish, I don't send you a song because you won't understand anything anyway. LOL
@@yelgerramirez thanks for sharing and i just whispered a prayer for you
@@TheGuitarSpaSingapore thank you my bro, a hug
Jarvis - I like loud but balanced! How would you compare this guitar to FG5 or FGX5 which is a dred but Mahagony back and sides?
the FG 5 are all scalloped bracing so more bassy less articulate trebles as compared to this
Acoustic guitars without a pick guard look weird to me. But that is an easy fix. Sounds nice.
there is a transparent pickguard on her
Ya. But I need a dark colored pick guard. 😁
@@paulkline3011 can always add one in
mine has one LL16D
If I am not wrong, you did quite a number of reviews for LL16 before. You should review other Yamaha models such as the A series which you have not done so, for comparision.
i have done a couple of A series review ..i can only review what customers send their guitars in .. hopefully new one comes
in and i will review them
Fantastic workmanship. You can't beat a Yamaha.
This is now selling for close to 1.6K SGD... is this still a good buy? Thanks!
@@Sisky78 well it’s a deluxe model - you take one strum and you will know why you would pay this for so much more guitar you will have plus hours of pleasure beyond your wildest musical imagination
@@TheGuitarSpaSingapore Yamaha should sponsor your channel... haha.. thanks for the reply!
@@Sisky78 i wish
you know it’s a superb guitar when Jarvis can’t stop playing it
Do you think a LSTA and a LL16D would sound close/comparable? Or a big difference with the LL16D? thanks, GREAT video as always Jarvis, thanks, :)
the deluxe or all deluxed i played sounds why more open and responsive
@@TheGuitarSpaSingapore thank you 🎶😊. My LS16(trans acoustic) sounds great, that's why I was asking if you would think there would be a big difference. LL16D here in Canada costs almost $1800 tax in. Anyway, thank you again Jarvis! 😊🎶🇨🇦 I always appreciate your reviews and recommendations.. 😊🎶👍
Great review But tell me is there any noticeable sound difference between the deluxe and the regular. Thanks ! Jeff from Austin Texas
i honestly find the deluxe sounds way more open and responsive to my ears with ringing trebles
@@TheGuitarSpaSingaporemaybe like the higher end models of Martin, Yamaha selects the better woods from the batch and uses them for the Deluxe model?
@@jaepark8922 no but it’s been believed that if there is the abalone purfling on the top edge of the deluxe means the wood over the edges are taken off which is the top perimeters of the guitar top and i suspect it makes the top move more and that’s why it sounds much more responsive
@@TheGuitarSpaSingapore yes after I looked carefully between my FGX3 edge and the abalone purfling, I can see how it could make the difference. Thanks and I continue to watch many of your reviews, it’s really great. Thank you for what you do and how you do it. Best to you.
@@jaepark8922If you dont mind, what are your thoughts on the differences between the FGX3 and the LL16 tone wise? I have the LL16M. I mainly play blue grass
As mentioned in a previous comment in one of your recent vids. I'm looking for my next guitar. I thought I had found it in the FS5 but after seeing this I'm unsure... So as the expert whats your opinion, LL16D or the FS5??? Thanks in advance!
this would be a b worded comment a better all rounded sounding guitar for all styles
@@TheGuitarSpaSingapore Oh wow I wasn't expecting that. I was sure you would say get the Yamaha FS5, due to being made in Japan and the quality of the parts. But ok for an all round guitar get the LL16D?
@@AikidoMaster8 you can listen to both clip and decide what’s best for you
@@TheGuitarSpaSingapore I have. It just confuses me more every time I listen. All good tho I hear what you're saying. Thanks for taking the time to respond!
Is this handmade from china?
Its made in china...
@ handmade like ll36?
@ no that’s why it’s so cheap
ok his one or the lj16 … oh and the transcoustic LL 😂