exactly, today everyone can just check guitar details in 5 seconds , but all reviewers think they MUST speak about woods 90% of the time and actually play less than a minute
I have bought and sold almost every single guitar I’ve ever owned. Since 1985. But I have not, and will not, sell my Eastman. So sweet to my hands, and sound it so neutral to my ears.
The Waterloo sounds more the vernacular for what I expect this style of guitar to sound like that one speaks to my soul. Simpler times. That guitar is a time machine for sure
Love your videos. I wish more people did shootouts like this - you're not putting your thumb on the scale, just playing similar guitars in different styles to give the listener an objective listen. Keep it up!
This time around I like cutting sound of the Gibson .. Eastman and Waterloo sounded beautiful to ..Gibson reminds me of the older blues sounds with that bite ..Enjoy any of them really ..Got a Gibson J15 burst maybe I’ve got more into that sound..
You make some real nice video's. You leave it up to the listener, play a full range of useful things to demonstrate the full potential of an instrument.
So glad that i discovered Waterloo early enough to buy three of them, all of my previous guitars (50-70 ?) felt just like some "wrong feeling" copy of the real thing.
They all sound really great. The Gibson is the most mid focused and had the least amount of bottom end but that's not necessarily a bad thing. That would sit really nice in a mix. The Eastman was the most balanced out of the 3 but only by a hair. The waterloo had the most bottom end and sounded best with the strumming, Overall it's hard to choose a winner because they all have strengths. I'd say if I was forced to choose I would go with the Eastman simply based on the overall balance but if I'm honest I'd be happy to play any of these. Great demo!!
Interesting in that these are all more or less 'takes' on the original 20s-30s Gibson L-00. All 3 are very good, but I gotta go for the Waterloo from Collings of Austin, TX. Even though it's around a grand more in price, it sounds fuller and more solid to me. Second choice is probably the Gibson, with Eastman a very close third. Disclaimer: I already own two of the Waterloos. (Different models) I really want to get one of their WL-S (Stella Deluxe) models now... They hadn't come out yet when I got mine. Now you can't find them anywhere, and if you do they are going for more used than when they were new. :/
Like the Gibson slightly more overall, but the Eastman finger style keeps me coming back to listen again and again. The Waterloo has some ear popping shimmeriness , almost like a National. I’m shopping for both a good deal on the L-00 Studio and E10ooSS right now. Can’t decide which one. Thank you for such thorough and helpful videos.
How did you find the actions to compare? I'm shopping this style of guitar, but it's difficult to get my hands on an Eastman. Also it's difficult to get my wallet around a Waterloo.
Great comparison. In terms of playability, which one did you prefer? They all sound great, so the final decision may be in terms of playability and feel Thanks
Hey Ian....me again. Was wondering if Eastman is going to be bringing a sb55 to the states? Any plans of doing a SG style guitar? I tried a Gibson Les Paul jr. and you couldn’t get to intonate in the same zip code. My salesman blamed me. I noticed that everyone of them had been returned. I ask as you seem to have a good line on them.
Hi my friend. Yes, we have had one SB55 in so far and sold it pretty quick. I don't know about an SG style, but I wouldn't be surprised. I know they are also doing double cut Junior style guitars, have a few of those on order as well.
Nice playing. Three nice guitars. I thought the Waterloo sounded the most ole-timey and very dry. The Gibson did too but had a little more sweetness and clarity in it but a little thin. The Eastman sounded good but a little vanilla. I would be ecstatic with either the Gibson or Waterloo. A toss up between those two. I'm going to go with the Gibson.
I think I liked the Gibson the best BUT...The Eastman would be more than welcome in my home....unfortunately there isn't an Eastman dealer within reach....I would love to play a few!
I have a love hate relationship with Gibson and Martin acoustics....I love how they sound when others play them, but whenever I play one I hate the sound and feel. Is weird. Eastman's typically compete well against other big brands but this comparison is close based on what I hear from a video. This is one of those situations where I absolutely would need to try all three in person to know for sure what appeals to me and spot the differences.
Ian Meadows no, I think I read it somewhere. I’m pretty sure all Gibbys come stock with 80-20 Gibson Masterclass strings which are made by GHS. I verified that with GHS personally. BTW, I have the Sunburst version of that Eastman 00. It is a little cannon similar to the one in your video. I really like it a lot. Thanks for posting all these vids.
1 Waterloo - I liked its "growl"; 2 Gibson - Pretty Close 2nd - a nice "all-rounder" for $800.00 less; 3) Eastman - Again, another close 2nd/3rd - it has a distinct tone that sets it apart from the other two. The Eastman actually sounds more refined IMO -- more "parloresque". Anyway, I like something about each of their takes on the original Gibson 00. Great songs and playing for comparison. Thanks!
This was very interesting experience going into this was money was on the Eastman which I have like quite a bit. Then I found the same performance place for all three where you used the pick to do some notes noodling. Then I listened a few times to each. My observation was by dynamic tone was first Gibson, Waterloo, and last the Eastman. The Eastman had a more modern sound less string separation yet chords were very good. The Waterloo sounded more "old time" and the Gibson sounded more thin yet familiar. The Gibson's trebs were the sweetest and base deep enough, which is function of walnut wood. The Waterloo sounded the most dry and the Eastman the most wet with the Gibson in the middle. I wouldn't throw any of them out of bed. I was surprise because my complaint with Eastman has been that it sound a bit thin, yet the Gibson was thinner. The Eastman sounded more full. Now I thought I would be bias because I have a Gibson LG 0 1964, ladder braced. Yet it has years of age on it so it is one sweet guitar, however, it is different than the newer Gibson. I once favorite the Waterloo with the vintage dry, not so much anymore. It is drier than my 1964 don't know why. At his point it would be between the Gibson and Eastman for me. That's my story and I'm sticking with it. Oh maybe throw in a OO Lowden guitar to shake it up. Thanks very demo made better by some very good playing. Thanks!
For the price, the Eastman is the clear winner for me. If money was not an issue, I'd only take the Waterloo over it for resell value and bragging rights. Disappointed in the Gibson, but that's why I'm here. The Gibson sounds dead to me, like it's got all my missing left socks stuffed inside. The Waterloo definitely has a unique sound. Thanks for the comparison.
Agree they all sound different. Waterloo sounds most vintage and rootsy. Eastman sounds rich and more orchestral. Gibson sounds thinnest. But does the Eastman sound like a better Gibson ? I don’t think so.
Brilliant demo and lovely, tasteful playing, recorded beautifully too. I can’t express how much I enjoyed and appreciated this video. For me, the guitars ranked thusly: 1) Gibson L-00 Studio 2) Collings Waterloo 3) Eastman The Eastman didn’t do it for me at all. It wasn’t unpleasant, but as a songwriter I always listen, amongst other things, for how inspiring a guitar will be. The Eastman didn’t sound like it had any songs in it, for me at least. Second is the Waterloo. It genuinely sounds like a ‘30s L-00 and has that thick, plummy midrange with stubby bass and sharp, penetrating top. A gem of a blues box and more. You played the Waterloo with obvious passion and love, which says a lot to me about how that guitar is to own. The clear winner, though, for me, is the little Gibson. I’ve owned a few L-00s and enjoyed them all, but this one seems a sort of reboot of the original L-00 tone, with a bit more “modern” sparkle and verve. It just sounds gorgeous.
@@TheDennzio I’ve played several Eastman guitars. I like their archtops a lot, I think their 800 series guitars are a great way into a carved top instrument for players who want to explore a proper jazzbox but don’t want to spend crazy money. Their flat tops that I’ve played (E6D and a couple of OMs which I can’t remember the model number of-in the £1000ish bracket)have just felt and sounded a bit “ordinary” for my taste. Fairly broad tone, balanced, flat response etc but a bit characterless with no signature tonality, similar to a 200 series Taylor. Great for session work or similar but not something that convinced me to part with my money, even though I was trying them with the intent to buy and they weren’t expensive in terms of an all-solid instrument. That’s just the way I feel about them, though. I’m sure they make plenty of players and writers happy, and I’d absolutely own one of their archtops if I had a regular jazz gig.
@@JinderSongs I just like a guitar that plays well, has a nice ringing tone and great sustain. I have more to say but my cycling mates are waiting on me. Honestly I'm not buying your assesment at all but to each his own. By the way I know it isn't fair judging a guitar by what comes through logitech speakers but the Waterloo reminds me of an Ovation...which isn't a compliment. The Gibson sounded sweet to my ears as did the Eastman. Waterloo sounded plastic...PS I play an Eastman E20D. Fits my style like a glove and I can't stop playing it...unlike my Taylor.
@@TheDennzio I certainly don’t mean any offence, it’s all so subjective and down to personal taste...it’s just what works for me. Perhaps I just haven’t met the right Eastman flat top yet. I like the look of the E10-00 the best out of these three, and listening again on headphones it does sound nice, but perhaps not what I’m used to hearing from an L-00 style guitar-it’s brighter and has more sustain than I’m used to hearing. I’ve owned a handful of Gibson 00s over the years (one a duffer, one decent but not stellar and one brilliant) and all had that trademark quick decay and mid-forward tone that the Waterloo has here, which is what I expect to hear from a traditionally built 00. The Gibson in the video sounds to me a step away from that traditional 00 tone into a modern reboot, and the Eastman another step away from that. It sounds bigger and has more sheen, more like a Martin 000/OM. The more I listen, the more I like it. Taken on its own merits rather than putting it alongside the other two which are different animals entirely, it’s much more appealing than I initially gave it credit for. Hope you have a good ride out-I’ve been gagging to get back on my bike for the last couple of months but a broken wrist, foot and two ribs (don’t ask!) have confined me to barracks for the time being. I’m envious!
Gibson is excellent with a pick, power and tone. Eastman is excellent with fingers. Waterloo sounds like greenwood and unscalloped braces, married a thick top and someone poured the finish used a Bondo spreader. I could hear no overtones. To each is own. I like the Gibson just a tiny bit more than the Eastman.
@@ianmeadows6351 Am I correct in thinking that the L00 studio would be a good comparison with the oo15M?...I went to buy the J45 studio and ended up purchasing a J45 standard because the studio was too dry compressed..But I am looking into a 00m and that situation may be just right..No one has 00m's right now..Martin is not clear if the factory is back in production either.
Gibson invented the sound and the guitar, lovely warm mid-range that Robert Johnson would love. Oh, that's right, he did! The other two try to introduce too much complexity, the Waterloo sounds downright brittle, the Eastman warm but muffled.
I liked the Waterloo best, but it isn't worth the premium it costs vs the Gibson, and I'd bet good money the Gibson plays better. The Eastman sounds okay, not good enough for the price in my opinion, but maybe its top wood or strings or something are different and making it sound kinda muffled/dead. More and more, I'm convincing myself that I need an L-00 Studio.
@@ianmeadows6351 IAN....I'M THINKING EASTMAN SHOULD BE ABLE TO BUILD A GUITAR THAT SOUNDS AS GOOD AS ANY GIBSON AND STILL KEEP THE PRICE DOWN THERE CLOSE.....HOPE THEY MAKE ONE SOON.
The Gibson is more or less an all-around 00 -- the Waterloo is specifically to imitate early 1900's cheap guitars -- the Eastman is an overpriced Chinese piece of junk.
Eastman's are "good" yes, but not "excellent", Gibsons aren't even "excellent." Eastman's are "good" Chinese guitars, but this red 00 is horrifically overpriced. A better Eastman for your money is the E1OOSS-LTD.
Stupid assessment and racist. Gibson aren't overpriced? Common get real. Chinese where making stringed instruments 1000 of years before any Gibson was made. Eastmans are huge value and crush Gibson for the price. It's a fact.
My new favourite channel for guitar comparisons/demos. No talking, great sound, great playing.
Thanks Michael. I'm going to keep churning them out.
Sure Michel, let the guitars do the talking!
exactly, today everyone can just check guitar details in 5 seconds , but all reviewers think they MUST speak about woods 90% of the time and actually play less than a minute
love the time stamps too
I have bought and sold almost every single guitar I’ve ever owned. Since 1985. But I have not, and will not, sell my Eastman. So sweet to my hands, and sound it so neutral to my ears.
Gibson L-00 Studio
Strumming 0:01 Flatpicking 1:21 Fingerpicking 2:29 Capo 4:02
Eastman E10 00SS
Strumming 5:44 Flatpicking 6:47 Fingerpicking 7:37 Capo 9:00
Waterloo WL14XTR
Strumming 11:14 Flatpicking 12:33 Fingerpicking 13:27 Capo 15:35
The Waterloo sounds more the vernacular for what I expect this style of guitar to sound like that one speaks to my soul. Simpler times. That guitar is a time machine for sure
Love your videos. I wish more people did shootouts like this - you're not putting your thumb on the scale, just playing similar guitars in different styles to give the listener an objective listen. Keep it up!
Thanks Mike! I got lots more to roll out!
The Eastman by a little bit but the Waterloo sounded really good!
This time around I like cutting sound of the Gibson .. Eastman and Waterloo sounded beautiful to ..Gibson reminds me of the older blues sounds with that bite ..Enjoy any of them really ..Got a Gibson J15 burst maybe I’ve got more into that sound..
You make some real nice video's. You leave it up to the listener, play a full range of useful things to demonstrate the full potential of an instrument.
So glad that i discovered Waterloo early enough to buy three of them, all of my previous guitars (50-70 ?) felt just like some "wrong feeling" copy of the real thing.
They all sound really great. The Gibson is the most mid focused and had the least amount of bottom end but that's not necessarily a bad thing. That would sit really nice in a mix. The Eastman was the most balanced out of the 3 but only by a hair. The waterloo had the most bottom end and sounded best with the strumming, Overall it's hard to choose a winner because they all have strengths. I'd say if I was forced to choose I would go with the Eastman simply based on the overall balance but if I'm honest I'd be happy to play any of these. Great demo!!
I could listen to these videos all day just to hear that run at about 3:49 .....Killer! :-)
I think the Eastman sounded best.
I have the Gibson Blues King which is basically a standard L OO model. I like it.
Interesting in that these are all more or less 'takes' on the original 20s-30s Gibson L-00.
All 3 are very good, but I gotta go for the Waterloo from Collings of Austin, TX. Even though it's around a grand more in price, it sounds fuller and more solid to me. Second choice is probably the Gibson, with Eastman a very close third.
Disclaimer: I already own two of the Waterloos. (Different models) I really want to get one of their WL-S (Stella Deluxe) models now... They hadn't come out yet when I got mine. Now you can't find them anywhere, and if you do they are going for more used than when they were new. :/
Like the Gibson slightly more overall, but the Eastman finger style keeps me coming back to listen again and again. The Waterloo has some ear popping shimmeriness , almost like a National. I’m shopping for both a good deal on the L-00 Studio and E10ooSS right now. Can’t decide which one. Thank you for such thorough and helpful videos.
How did you find the actions to compare? I'm shopping this style of guitar, but it's difficult to get my hands on an Eastman. Also it's difficult to get my wallet around a Waterloo.
They are so similar it ends up being your own preferred sound ,good sound test you’ve covered all bases
Waterloo wins! Actually The Eastman i like too, when it comes to looks its the Waterloo
I would buy the Eastman ,I’d love a Waterloo but it’s to rich for my pocket ,plus the Eastman is a great guitar anyway
Hmm, to my surprise the Gibson sounded the best I think I need to checkout Walnut as a Tonewood and what brand strings are on each guitar
I like the Eastman best. It doesn't have that low mid nasal boom most OO guitars have.
1:25 2:30 Gibson
6:48 7:37 My guitar 🎸
Wow. Love the Waterloo. Never heard of it.
mccartymind
It’s Collings’ lower priced line.
Great comparison. In terms of playability, which one did you prefer?
They all sound great, so the final decision may be in terms of playability and feel
Thanks
I would love play an Eastman but no dealers in northern indiana
Great comparison!
Can't decided if I want to buy a L 00 or ooo 17 martin. Have you played them both? Thank you
After listening with quality headphones, I feel like the Eastman had a better buildup of overtones and harmonics giving it a richer and warmer sound.
Sweet!
Nice comparison. I don't know that I have a favorite of the three. They all sound great, just different.
Hey Ian....me again. Was wondering if Eastman is going to be bringing a sb55 to the states? Any plans of doing a SG style guitar? I tried a Gibson Les Paul jr. and you couldn’t get to intonate in the same zip code. My salesman blamed me. I noticed that everyone of them had been returned. I ask as you seem to have a good line on them.
Hi my friend. Yes, we have had one SB55 in so far and sold it pretty quick. I don't know about an SG style, but I wouldn't be surprised. I know they are also doing double cut Junior style guitars, have a few of those on order as well.
Nice playing. Three nice guitars. I thought the Waterloo sounded the most ole-timey and very dry. The Gibson did too but had a little more sweetness and clarity in it but a little thin. The Eastman sounded good but a little vanilla. I would be ecstatic with either the Gibson or Waterloo. A toss up between those two. I'm going to go with the Gibson.
Good analysis! Thanks for tuning in.
Spot on imo 👌🙂
@@LawrieFWhite TY
I think I liked the Gibson the best BUT...The Eastman would be more than welcome in my home....unfortunately there isn't an Eastman dealer within reach....I would love to play a few!
I liked them all..but Gibson for me..cos when your 63 you need a bit of zing. Helps to hear the thing...😁
as always the price points would be good to know.. All were nice but.. maybe a price challenge would alter my favorite ..
Prices are in description
which one plays the best? or easiest to play
I have a love hate relationship with Gibson and Martin acoustics....I love how they sound when others play them, but whenever I play one I hate the sound and feel. Is weird. Eastman's typically compete well against other big brands but this comparison is close based on what I hear from a video. This is one of those situations where I absolutely would need to try all three in person to know for sure what appeals to me and spot the differences.
thats definitely the best way to do it
What strings are on these guitars
The Martin 17 series occupies a similar place in the market. I love my 000-17. Of these three, I liked the Eastman.
The Gibby and Waterloo have 80-20 strings (brighter)
The Eastman likely Phosphor Bronze (warmer) Makes a big difference.
Can you tell the type of string just from watching the video?
Ian Meadows no, I think I read it somewhere. I’m pretty sure all Gibbys come stock with 80-20 Gibson Masterclass strings which are made by GHS. I verified that with GHS personally.
BTW, I have the Sunburst version of that Eastman 00. It is a little cannon similar to the one in your video. I really like it a lot.
Thanks for posting all these vids.
So the question is, do they all have the same strings for the test? If not then it's hard to really have a objective option on these 3 guitars
So, which one would you buy and why? Thanks!
Another great comparison thank you! Waterloo’s aren’t versatile enough for me personally. Love the Gibson and Eastman for different reasons.
1 Waterloo - I liked its "growl"; 2 Gibson - Pretty Close 2nd - a nice "all-rounder" for $800.00 less; 3) Eastman - Again, another close 2nd/3rd - it has a distinct tone that sets it apart from the other two. The Eastman actually sounds more refined IMO -- more "parloresque". Anyway, I like something about each of their takes on the original Gibson 00. Great songs and playing for comparison. Thanks!
I have always thought that the Waterloo guitars were overpriced and bad sounding This video reinforces that thought. The Eastman sounded the best
Maybe an idea...compare the different 'sizes': 00, 000, D, slope shouldered D
That's a great idea. I'm going to make a note of it and make it happen.
Tough to choose, I pick Eastman and Waterloo tied for first, disappointed with the Gibson. For the money, I'd buy the Eastman.
This was very interesting experience going into this was money was on the Eastman which I have like quite a bit. Then I found the same performance place for all three where you used the pick to do some notes noodling. Then I listened a few times to each. My observation was by dynamic tone was first Gibson, Waterloo, and last the Eastman. The Eastman had a more modern sound less string separation yet chords were very good. The Waterloo sounded more "old time" and the Gibson sounded more thin yet familiar. The Gibson's trebs were the sweetest and base deep enough, which is function of walnut wood. The Waterloo sounded the most dry and the Eastman the most wet with the Gibson in the middle. I wouldn't throw any of them out of bed. I was surprise because my complaint with Eastman has been that it sound a bit thin, yet the Gibson was thinner. The Eastman sounded more full. Now I thought I would be bias because I have a Gibson LG 0 1964, ladder braced. Yet it has years of age on it so it is one sweet guitar, however, it is different than the newer Gibson. I once favorite the Waterloo with the vintage dry, not so much anymore. It is drier than my 1964 don't know why. At his point it would be between the Gibson and Eastman for me. That's my story and I'm sticking with it. Oh maybe throw in a OO Lowden guitar to shake it up. Thanks very demo made better by some very good playing. Thanks!
Is that a KSM 44 or 32? Sounds fab on all your guitars.
KSM 32 !
You should add a Martin ceo7 into this mix since it’s so similar to the L00
You're absolutely right. I'll see if I can get my hands on one.
Be happy with any of them but if it's someone else's money it's the Waterloo if it's my money then it's the Eastman.
Waterloo is a $1000 more than the other 2 guitars...
I Didn't like the Gibson as its to zingy for my taste, i place Estman on 1st and Waterloo on 2nd
For the price, the Eastman is the clear winner for me. If money was not an issue, I'd only take the Waterloo over it for resell value and bragging rights. Disappointed in the Gibson, but that's why I'm here. The Gibson sounds dead to me, like it's got all my missing left socks stuffed inside. The Waterloo definitely has a unique sound. Thanks for the comparison.
Yeh you get the real deal on here..thanks always.
Agree they all sound different. Waterloo sounds most vintage and rootsy. Eastman sounds rich and more orchestral. Gibson sounds thinnest. But does the Eastman sound like a better Gibson ? I don’t think so.
Interesting take on it.... I don't disagree. The Gibson sounds a little thin, but I have to say it might feel the best to me out of the three.
Eastman hasn’t too much detail . But it have a good price
Brilliant demo and lovely, tasteful playing, recorded beautifully too. I can’t express how much I enjoyed and appreciated this video.
For me, the guitars ranked thusly:
1) Gibson L-00 Studio
2) Collings Waterloo
3) Eastman
The Eastman didn’t do it for me at all. It wasn’t unpleasant, but as a songwriter I always listen, amongst other things, for how inspiring a guitar will be. The Eastman didn’t sound like it had any songs in it, for me at least.
Second is the Waterloo. It genuinely sounds like a ‘30s L-00 and has that thick, plummy midrange with stubby bass and sharp, penetrating top. A gem of a blues box and more. You played the Waterloo with obvious passion and love, which says a lot to me about how that guitar is to own.
The clear winner, though, for me, is the little Gibson. I’ve owned a few L-00s and enjoyed them all, but this one seems a sort of reboot of the original L-00 tone, with a bit more “modern” sparkle and verve. It just sounds gorgeous.
Thanks for taking the time to check it out and for weighing in!
Wow...ever played an Eastman mr. songwriter...obviously not...no songs in it lol
@@TheDennzio I’ve played several Eastman guitars. I like their archtops a lot, I think their 800 series guitars are a great way into a carved top instrument for players who want to explore a proper jazzbox but don’t want to spend crazy money.
Their flat tops that I’ve played (E6D and a couple of OMs which I can’t remember the model number of-in the £1000ish bracket)have just felt and sounded a bit “ordinary” for my taste. Fairly broad tone, balanced, flat response etc but a bit characterless with no signature tonality, similar to a 200 series Taylor. Great for session work or similar but not something that convinced me to part with my money, even though I was trying them with the intent to buy and they weren’t expensive in terms of an all-solid instrument.
That’s just the way I feel about them, though. I’m sure they make plenty of players and writers happy, and I’d absolutely own one of their archtops if I had a regular jazz gig.
@@JinderSongs I just like a guitar that plays well, has a nice ringing tone and great sustain. I have more to say but my cycling mates are waiting on me. Honestly I'm not buying your assesment at all but to each his own. By the way I know it isn't fair judging a guitar by what comes through logitech speakers but the Waterloo reminds me of an Ovation...which isn't a compliment. The Gibson sounded sweet to my ears as did the Eastman. Waterloo sounded plastic...PS I play an Eastman E20D. Fits my style like a glove and I can't stop playing it...unlike my Taylor.
@@TheDennzio I certainly don’t mean any offence, it’s all so subjective and down to personal taste...it’s just what works for me. Perhaps I just haven’t met the right Eastman flat top yet.
I like the look of the E10-00 the best out of these three, and listening again on headphones it does sound nice, but perhaps not what I’m used to hearing from an L-00 style guitar-it’s brighter and has more sustain than I’m used to hearing.
I’ve owned a handful of Gibson 00s over the years (one a duffer, one decent but not stellar and one brilliant) and all had that trademark quick decay and mid-forward tone that the Waterloo has here, which is what I expect to hear from a traditionally built 00. The Gibson in the video sounds to me a step away from that traditional 00 tone into a modern reboot, and the Eastman another step away from that. It sounds bigger and has more sheen, more like a Martin 000/OM. The more I listen, the more I like it. Taken on its own merits rather than putting it alongside the other two which are different animals entirely, it’s much more appealing than I initially gave it credit for.
Hope you have a good ride out-I’ve been gagging to get back on my bike for the last couple of months but a broken wrist, foot and two ribs (don’t ask!) have confined me to barracks for the time being. I’m envious!
They all sound good... surprisingly I enjoyed the Gibson even though it has a Taylor like sound which is not my cup of tea
Gibson is excellent with a pick, power and tone. Eastman is excellent with fingers. Waterloo sounds like greenwood and unscalloped braces, married a thick top and someone poured the finish used a Bondo spreader. I could hear no overtones. To each is own. I like the Gibson just a tiny bit more than the Eastman.
I guess the Martin oo15 and oo18 were on vacation this day.
The three in the video are all Gibson style L-00s, not Martin 00
@@ianmeadows6351 Oh, I see..
@@ianmeadows6351 Am I correct in thinking that the L00 studio would be a good comparison with the oo15M?...I went to buy the J45 studio and ended up purchasing a J45 standard because the studio was too dry compressed..But I am looking into a 00m and that situation may be just right..No one has 00m's right now..Martin is not clear if the factory is back in production either.
0:22 vs 6:01
Waterloo seems to be unobtanium...yeah there might be one or two out there but $2900 is gouging.
They aren't even accepting orders :/ I'm not sure what the deal is.
Gibson invented the sound and the guitar, lovely warm mid-range that Robert Johnson would love. Oh, that's right, he did! The other two try to introduce too much complexity, the Waterloo sounds downright brittle, the Eastman warm but muffled.
If my impression is correct, Ian was much more inspired playing the Waterloo.
My Martin 0017s won lol
Nice guitars....very nice playing!
All sound so nice ,oh well whip out the charge card,honey did I ever tell you how pretty you are!!!
Exactly...
Eastman sound nice !
I miss my Vandersteens.
My Gibson LG2 blows that Waterloo away. It's to thin sounding. It would be a ok beginner guitar
Gibson a sign of greatness when everyone copies your ass.
1.Gibson L00
2. Collins Waterloo
3. Eastman E10
I liked the Waterloo best, but it isn't worth the premium it costs vs the Gibson, and I'd bet good money the Gibson plays better. The Eastman sounds okay, not good enough for the price in my opinion, but maybe its top wood or strings or something are different and making it sound kinda muffled/dead. More and more, I'm convincing myself that I need an L-00 Studio.
Jim I'd say that's the right call. The l-00 studio is an excellent guitar, one of my favorites in the $1000-2000 range.
@@ianmeadows6351 IAN....I'M THINKING EASTMAN SHOULD BE ABLE TO BUILD A GUITAR THAT SOUNDS AS GOOD AS ANY GIBSON AND STILL KEEP THE PRICE DOWN THERE CLOSE.....HOPE THEY MAKE ONE SOON.
Eastman by a mile.
waterloo is best eastman has too unbalanced a low end and gibson sounds a lil thin
1 year later and the gibson actually sounds nice and balanced too
The Eastman will sound like the Gibson years down the road when the wood as opened up.
It's Gibson in a landslide. It's got the punch Eastman/Waterloo do not have aka (more muffled/muddied tone).
ironically, Waterloo > Eastman > Gibson even though Gibson invented the L-00; and the Waterloo is better by a wide margin, not even close
Don’t like the Gibson. The other two are great.
The Gibson is more or less an all-around 00 -- the Waterloo is specifically to imitate early 1900's cheap guitars -- the Eastman is an overpriced Chinese piece of junk.
Eastman guitars are excellent, there are many good guitars built in China
Eastman's are "good" yes, but not "excellent", Gibsons aren't even "excellent." Eastman's are "good" Chinese guitars, but this red 00 is horrifically overpriced. A better Eastman for your money is the E1OOSS-LTD.
Stupid assessment and racist.
Gibson aren't overpriced? Common get real.
Chinese where making stringed instruments 1000 of years before any Gibson was made. Eastmans are huge value and crush Gibson for the price. It's a fact.