Next-Level Square Neck Resonators (Beard Guitars Review) ★ Acoustic Tuesday 302

Acoustic Tuesday | Guitar Routine Show

Tony Polecastro

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🗓️ 1 August 2023

⏱️ 44 minutes

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Is it possible for modern square neck resonators to sound so different, even if they're made by the same builder? After our previous journey into the world of vintage acoustic square neck guitars, I thought it would be fun to switch gears and introduce you to the modern side of my collection. Today, we're focusing on the square neck resonator guitars - specifically, the phenomenal creations of Beard Guitars. I'll be presenting six beautiful models from my personal collection, each one unique, and each one a testament to Beard Guitars' stellar craftsmanship. First, we've got the Model E, a true beauty that sings with an authentic resonator sound. Then, I'll be showing you not just one, but two different Josh Swift Models, each with its own special features and tonal quality. And to top it all off, I've got a charming Vintage R model that's sure to pique your interest. But this video is not just about these fantastic guitars in my collection—it's also an exploration and appreciation of the exceptional craftsmanship of Beard Guitars. These folks are doing some really amazing things when it comes to creating modern resonator guitars that are perfect for both traditional and contemporary playing styles. We'll delve into the specifics of their specs, what sets them apart, and why I consider them a go-to source for high-quality square neck resonators. Submit your guitarsenal at the link below!https://airtable.com/shrpAVAi9HUGVUW8b Featured in this episode...- Overhaul Guitars - Michael Watts - Buffalo Kin- Tommy Emmanuel - Billy Strings - Premier Guitar - Beard Guitars - Molly Tuttle

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0:00.0	Last week on the show, we looked at the square neck acoustic guitars of my guitar
0:04.6	sonal. This week, we'll look at the square neck resonator guitars of my guitar
0:08.5	arsenal. And this episode will prove especially useful to you if you have any
0:12.8	interest whatsoever in beard guitars. Because I have six of them I'm gonna show you,
0:18.3	and they all sound very different.
0:27.0	Hey, Tack family, welcome to episode 302 of the Acoustic Tuesday Show, a show packed full of inspiration and fun, designed to help you get more progress, fulfillment, and joy
0:31.1	from your acoustic guitar journey. Throughout today's episode, yes, I will be keeping you in the
0:35.3	loop with some acoustic news you can use, including the new sound of an old guitar, another nugget of musical wisdom from Tony Rice, and much,
0:43.3	much more. But first, let's have a look at the six beard square neck resonator guitars of my guitar
0:49.4	sonal, kicking things off with this crerembrillet Model E. ... I'm Oh Yeah This is a beard model E that is all dressed up in what I think is one of the most beautiful finishes they've ever done.
1:43.5	And they've done some absolute
1:45.2	dandy finishes as I mentioned this is a beard model E square neck 25 inch scale ebony
1:51.7	fingerboard with the beautiful snowflake inlays inch and three quarter at the nut you've got a
1:56.2	roller nut on here because this is equipped with a hip shot double shot that allows me to go
2:01.7	from bluegrass G tuning G Bd G Bd to an open D tuning D a D F sharp a D at least
2:09.5	that's how I have it set up anyway all the hardware is blacked out it's got locking
2:14.3	tuners and I just have to say know, what drew me to this guitar
2:18.1	was its looks. I mean, it's all solid maple, a beautiful piece of flame maple on the top, on the
2:24.4	neck, on the sides, on the back. I mean, it's, it is absolutely glorious. And so the looks drew
2:30.9	me to this guitar. But when I received it, I actually ordered it from the guitar sanctuary.
2:35.0	When I received it, the sound blew me away. Acoustically, it was rich, it was full, it had power, and it had the kind of power that I'm not used to from a resonator guitar.
2:46.0	It had body, yet it had bite. I'm not sure how Paul Beard and his crew do it, but this guitar offers warmth, but this wonderful,
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