There's a lot of cork sniffery it seems when it comes to the boutiques, especially when they're up against more utilitarian makers like eastman and even martin! I'm gonna probably upset some folks in the comments but, here goes anyway. The realm of boutiques for the most part are out of 80% of most musicians pockets. Most of all the music we love was made on guitars that, with a some saving up and maybe a little help from yer folks, we're within reach. That eastman is in that world and it's a beauty. The other two are kinda of faberge eggs?! There, I've said it💥 Great comparison all the same.
You are right, but boutiques its not for the customers that is only chasing the most bang for the buck. Its a different market. I´m happy to pay more to people that lives for their passion in life and are paid a fair salary.
I have purchased , pre Jesse, two Collings guitars from Artisan and visited their old Franklin Store in person. Nice folks and you can't beat a Collings of any stripe. Wonderful instruments.
The eastman seems to have the most oomph. Especially in the low and hi end. That might be a subtle mic placement difference as well. They are all quite similar.
They all are great sounding guitars! The mics will be pointing in a little different position just depending on Jesse moving, but overall they should be close to the same setup.
I just purchased the Eastman E10SSL/V (lefty), should arrive in a week or so.., the simple fact that it is even in a "showdown" with Collings and Bourgeois, tells me I bought the right guitar...
🔵 listened again with headphones .... Collings Bourgeois Eastman i own from Collings and Bourgeois , but not SSD , and Collings is generally preferential to me ; Bourgeois take a long long time to even begin to break in and loosen up a bit ❕ 🔵 have a Martin D-12 CS and both Larrivee SD-50 & SD-60 ; generally too big and boomy for me but the SD-50 is the best sounding of mine 🐸
the slopes are definitely better looking than the square shoulder dreads I've had a few 12-fret SSD which I prefer over the 14 fretters of this body size , since I play finger style only ; these all sound good , just depends what one is willing to pay
Hey guys, you dont happen to have a ALVAREZ MDR70SB slop shoulder that you could compare with the E10ss? That would be great, they are about the same price.
Eastmans have the biggest sound in the business (at least based on the 40-odd videos I've sampled). I'm leaning toward one for a jam instrument, at least in the D-18/D-28 copy realm. This Bourgeois sounds even bigger overall, though the low E isn't quote as boomy. Fantastic. The Collings is far quieter, at least in part due to the Sitka top, I guess?
Just having purchased an Eastman E6SS-TC my initial impression is it looks like a J35 and sounds like a D18, best of both worlds, never been keen on Gibson sound really, nonetheless it's a bit of a cannon and a lot of sound to handle for an amateur player like me.
Save the $$$ and go Eastman if you’re on a budget. But the Bourgeois is my splurge if I didn’t care about the $$$. Way more beefy than the Collings IMHO.
Hey Martin, did you take a look at the Eastman in the video? That's the E10SS. Very affordable for how great they sound. Also check out our Eastman E20SS here: artisanguitars.com/collections/eastman-guitars/products/eastman-guitars-e20-ss-dreadnought-14443 - These are fantastic handcrafted guitars for an unbeatable price. Thanks for watching!
I’m very impressed with the Eastman. How consistent are they between same model number guitars? Also, do you have a video comparing the Eastman E10SS and the E10SS-V? Thanks.
We've seen great consistency with them. We don't have that video yet, but we'll do it when we have both of them at the same time! Thanks for the suggestion.
Interesting comment, I gather you’ve never been to a bluegrass or old-tome gathering. I can testify that no two Martin d28s sound the same for D18s, Gibson AJs and 45s. It’s the nature of nature. They have a similar character but are all different and then there is the player’s ability to get the most out of their instrument
To me the Eastman and Collings sound very similar the Bourgeois sounds a little dull/choked. Very hard to not take the Eastman seriously and when you look a the price it’s an absolute bargain
I think we can all be guilty of guitar snobbery if you will? But close your eyes and listen and the Eastman may not sound quite as polished as the other two but imo it has that woody sound that the originals were known for.
Worth noting that the slope shoulders, with the short scale are gentler, more delicate instruments than dreadnaughts. That’s my experience with an Eastman e20ss and e6d. The ss in definitely on the spectrum towards my 000.
Funny, you expect warm, mellow and perhaps a bit muffled on a J45. The boutique guys are too crisp and super-defined. If I amnot going for a J45, I'd go for the Eastman.
The Bourgeois is amazing.....I bet its at least 6k......so my accountant will raise her eyebrows at this one......the Eastmann looks and sounds cool but living in Indiana I can't play one......the Collings I already know is out of my reach so I have to stick with my Gibson J35 which is a nice guitar but I've never made peace with the action/playability on mine..........the only guitar I own that doesn't send my carpal tunnel into orbit is my 1997 Taylor........but the tone is not there for me.......oh well I can always just listen to music....
There's a lot of cork sniffery it seems when it comes to the boutiques, especially when they're up against more utilitarian makers like eastman and even martin! I'm gonna probably upset some folks in the comments but, here goes anyway. The realm of boutiques for the most part are out of 80% of most musicians pockets. Most of all the music we love was made on guitars that, with a some saving up and maybe a little help from yer folks, we're within reach. That eastman is in that world and it's a beauty. The other two are kinda of faberge eggs?! There, I've said it💥 Great comparison all the same.
You are right, but boutiques its not for the customers that is only chasing the most bang for the buck. Its a different market. I´m happy to pay more to people that lives for their passion in life and are paid a fair salary.
I have purchased , pre Jesse, two Collings guitars from Artisan and visited their old Franklin Store in person. Nice folks and you can't beat a Collings of any stripe. Wonderful instruments.
Collings 02:21 Eastman 04:17 Bourgeois 06:49
Greetings from Sydney. Catching up on your back catalog here. Thanks for your videos.
Thanks for watching!
Me too!
The Bourgeois D-35 is the standout to me - not only sound which is warm and full but also the look!
For recording, I use my Collings, for gigging I use my EASTMAN...unless I am playing a winery, then I switch that...yes the EASTMANs are that good.
They’re all killer but the Bourgeois is like a 24” gun on a battleship against a couple of 18” guns on a cruiser!
The eastman seems to have the most oomph. Especially in the low and hi end. That might be a subtle mic placement difference as well. They are all quite similar.
They all are great sounding guitars! The mics will be pointing in a little different position just depending on Jesse moving, but overall they should be close to the same setup.
Lovin the Eastman sound
especially for the $
based on this recording. blind test, I would say
Bourgeois > Eastman > Collings
I wonder if the Bourgois also has an adi top?
I just purchased the Eastman E10SSL/V (lefty), should arrive in a week or so.., the simple fact that it is even in a "showdown" with Collings and Bourgeois, tells me I bought the right guitar...
Jesse, you remind me of me when I've taken a lot of prescription medication. Party on, dude!
🔵 listened again with headphones ....
Collings
Bourgeois
Eastman
i own from Collings and Bourgeois , but not SSD , and Collings is generally preferential to me ; Bourgeois take a long long time to even begin to break in and loosen up a bit ❕
🔵 have a Martin D-12 CS and both Larrivee SD-50 & SD-60 ; generally too big and boomy for me but the SD-50 is the best sounding of mine 🐸
SD50 Rules!!!
I love the harmonic bloom on the Eastman... but I may be biased as I own the lacquer model
Hey Scott, how's the neck profile on your Eastman?
@@btlnckr ... Between a D and a U shape. Right down the middle on thickness too.
Does Artisan sell only Maton guitars now?
He fires off a damn fine Jiminy Glick impression and nobody notices.
I prefer the Burgeois....all good.
the slopes are definitely better looking than the square shoulder dreads
I've had a few 12-fret SSD which I prefer over the 14 fretters of this body size , since I play finger style only ;
these all sound good , just depends what one is willing to pay
nice
Am I right in thinking that the Eastman has a 1 11/16 nut width? How about the other two?
Yes the E10 SS is 1 11/16", the Collings is 1 3/4" and the Bourg is 1 23/32"
Hey guys, you dont happen to have a ALVAREZ MDR70SB slop shoulder that you could compare with the E10ss? That would be great, they are about the same price.
Eastmans have the biggest sound in the business (at least based on the 40-odd videos I've sampled). I'm leaning toward one for a jam instrument, at least in the D-18/D-28 copy realm. This Bourgeois sounds even bigger overall, though the low E isn't quote as boomy. Fantastic. The Collings is far quieter, at least in part due to the Sitka top, I guess?
Why All the orange peel on the back of the 1'st guitar ?
How were the necks on these? Which had the thinnest and most playable?
Just having purchased an Eastman E6SS-TC my initial impression is it looks like a J35 and sounds like a D18, best of both worlds, never been keen on Gibson sound really, nonetheless it's a bit of a cannon and a lot of sound to handle for an amateur player like me.
Would the Collings C100 be considered a slope shoulder?
Yes, C100 is a slope shoulder guitar, but not a slope dreadnought like these. The C100 is a concert body guitar. Thanks for the question!
Save the $$$ and go Eastman if you’re on a budget. But the Bourgeois is my splurge if I didn’t care about the $$$. Way more beefy than the Collings IMHO.
These all guitar ale very good sounding a but a bit out of my price range. Got any recommendation for cheaper slope shoulder dreadnoughts?
Hey Martin, did you take a look at the Eastman in the video? That's the E10SS. Very affordable for how great they sound. Also check out our Eastman E20SS here: artisanguitars.com/collections/eastman-guitars/products/eastman-guitars-e20-ss-dreadnought-14443 - These are fantastic handcrafted guitars for an unbeatable price. Thanks for watching!
Check out Epiphone j45.......$700
Guild DS240
I could live with all three to be honest, but that Bougeois is excellent.
I’m very impressed with the Eastman. How consistent are they between same model number guitars? Also, do you have a video comparing the Eastman E10SS and the E10SS-V? Thanks.
We've seen great consistency with them. We don't have that video yet, but we'll do it when we have both of them at the same time! Thanks for the suggestion.
Interesting comment, I gather you’ve never been to a bluegrass or old-tome gathering. I can testify that no two Martin d28s sound the same for D18s, Gibson AJs and 45s. It’s the nature of nature. They have a similar character but are all different and then there is the player’s ability to get the most out of their instrument
Keep in mind the Eastman cost much less and sounds good. Great value.
Very true!
I should add. I own a 10ss/v. J200 and Hummingbird.
Bourgeois, Collings, and Eastman, in that order.
To me the Eastman and Collings sound very similar the Bourgeois sounds a little dull/choked. Very hard to not take the Eastman seriously and when you look a the price it’s an absolute bargain
I vote Collings, but what's Woods fave?? 👀😅😅
His favorite is the Eastman bc he's on a budget!
I think we can all be guilty of guitar snobbery if you will? But close your eyes and listen and the Eastman may not sound quite as polished as the other two but imo it has that woody sound that the originals were known for.
Understandable! The Eastman guitars are incredible instruments in their own right, and with price tags like they have, they're truly tough to beat!
The Bourgeois hands down, simply because of the balance from string to string. Much better.
Yep, it's Dana. Thank you.
Worth noting that the slope shoulders, with the short scale are gentler, more delicate instruments than dreadnaughts. That’s my experience with an Eastman e20ss and e6d. The ss in definitely on the spectrum towards my 000.
Eastman is..... low cost and high value
Best sounds to me in order.. Bourgeois, Collings, Then Eastman.
No large diaphragm mic? The bass sounds quite weak through the pencil mics.
It wouldve made sense to have a J45 as a comparison..
Funny, you expect warm, mellow and perhaps a bit muffled on a J45. The boutique guys are too crisp and super-defined.
If I amnot going for a J45, I'd go for the Eastman.
Ur funny man lil strange but funny 😂🤣💪🏼👍🏼
Collings CJ!
Collings
Eastman
Borgious
Don’t you let that deal go down….so the cell phone isn’t perfect for comparing tones but I liked the Collings. I have an Eastman. Want a Collings.
For me the Dana model.
Heh, cool guy :) Good times bro good info thx!!
Where’s the grand daddy of them all in this mix?
J 45 BABY!!!!!
Yeah, man!!! That guy is stoned!!!! 🥴
Cool guitars but...
Apparently your voice mic 🎤 wasn't working.
The Bourgeois is amazing.....I bet its at least 6k......so my accountant will raise her eyebrows at this one......the Eastmann looks and sounds cool but living in Indiana I can't play one......the Collings I already know is out of my reach so I have to stick with my Gibson J35 which is a nice guitar but I've never made peace with the action/playability on mine..........the only guitar I own that doesn't send my carpal tunnel into orbit is my 1997 Taylor........but the tone is not there for me.......oh well I can always just listen to music....
Deal
Bourgeois sounds the best
Bourgeois>Eastman>Collings
the Collings and Bourgeois are amazing guitars and the eastman is amazing firewood.
The Bourgeois sounds the best. The other 2 sound a bit thin to me.