The BR 140 is an incredibly well made, great sounding guitar. I’m going to buy one simply because Blueridge is building guitars on quality not just a name brand. People a paying 3 to 5 times for name brand guitars that don’t come close to the BR 140’s sound, quality, and performance.
I have just recently traded for a new Blueridge BR 140. I previously owned an 810 Taylor. I wanted a brighter sounding guitar and the 140 was in my price range. I have hardly put it down since bringing it home and I do not regret the purchace. There is no right or wrong answer to which guitar sounds better in this video just make sure to do your homework and pick one that suits you! Music is about having fun and not worring about who's guitar sounds better.
The HD 28 sounds muffled because the "boomy" bass response of the guitar is overwhelming the mic. Martin HD-28 sounds 100x better than the blueridge any day....as it should given the cost.
Gotta say I prefer the D-18 overall, but the BR is incredible for the price. I have a BG60, cheap as chips and sounds awesome. Check my videos to hear it.
@mikecosgrove The story I always heard was the heavy gauge strings people used in the 30's were causing a lot of warranty work on tops, neck resets, etc. so they moved the bracing closer to the bridge for more support, but the tone is much different.
I am blown away....I have to say the Blue-ridge had the sound I liked the most......funny stuff!!!! BTW, I owned an HD28 and just loved it but had to sell, but now have a BR-163 "000" and I have to say the quality of the BR is right up there with the big boys.......just say'in......
I am new to acoustics. Have 3 Electric guitars so far. I didn't realize the subtle differences everything makes in the acoustic world. LOL I have finally narrowed it down to a Martin HD-28. I played a lot of Martins and while I do like the necks on the new Performing Artist Series the HD-28 just sounds too good to pass up. I can get used to the neck in time. I mean if I can get used to a Gibson LP LOG size neck the Martin seems small by comparison. LOL
Is that the guy from Music Villa?
CameronIsGodless 1 week ago
The BR 140 is an incredibly well made, great sounding guitar. I’m going to buy one simply because Blueridge is building guitars on quality not just a name brand. People a paying 3 to 5 times for name brand guitars that don’t come close to the BR 140’s sound, quality, and performance.
LiberTBo 2 weeks ago
I have just recently traded for a new Blueridge BR 140. I previously owned an 810 Taylor. I wanted a brighter sounding guitar and the 140 was in my price range. I have hardly put it down since bringing it home and I do not regret the purchace. There is no right or wrong answer to which guitar sounds better in this video just make sure to do your homework and pick one that suits you! Music is about having fun and not worring about who's guitar sounds better.
TheJanawag 3 weeks ago
God, that D-18 sounded incredible, just from the 1st bar you can tell those guitars are on a whole other echelon from other martins or blueridges.
jazzpsalti 2 months ago
The HD 28 sounds muffled because the "boomy" bass response of the guitar is overwhelming the mic. Martin HD-28 sounds 100x better than the blueridge any day....as it should given the cost.
mcurtgolfer3 2 months ago
Actually I like the BR better. The HD28 sounded muffeled IMO
boatbuilder1 2 months ago
I always enjoy your video guitar reviews. Thanks!
wesmantodd1974 2 months ago
Gotta say I prefer the D-18 overall, but the BR is incredible for the price. I have a BG60, cheap as chips and sounds awesome. Check my videos to hear it.
davidphilipsmusic 3 months ago
I liked the sound of the blueridge the best. Think I've found my next guitar.
sporty04 4 months ago 2
So if forward shifted x bracing is so good for bass response , why did Martin move it back?
mikecosgrove 4 months ago
@mikecosgrove The story I always heard was the heavy gauge strings people used in the 30's were causing a lot of warranty work on tops, neck resets, etc. so they moved the bracing closer to the bridge for more support, but the tone is much different.
bigmuddy1 2 months ago
Why did they blur out his face? Is he wanted or something? Taliban?
dnauheim 6 months ago
I am blown away....I have to say the Blue-ridge had the sound I liked the most......funny stuff!!!! BTW, I owned an HD28 and just loved it but had to sell, but now have a BR-163 "000" and I have to say the quality of the BR is right up there with the big boys.......just say'in......
cruelwilsonism 6 months ago
Bought the HD-28 from MFG 2 Mo. ago and love it. Nobody sells em' cheaper than MFG :-)
hawg427 6 months ago
interwiew with jesus
dezucht 8 months ago
I am new to acoustics. Have 3 Electric guitars so far. I didn't realize the subtle differences everything makes in the acoustic world. LOL I have finally narrowed it down to a Martin HD-28. I played a lot of Martins and while I do like the necks on the new Performing Artist Series the HD-28 just sounds too good to pass up. I can get used to the neck in time. I mean if I can get used to a Gibson LP LOG size neck the Martin seems small by comparison. LOL
hawg427 9 months ago
@hawg427 Try the HD-28V, forward shifted braces give much better sound and volume.
bigmuddy1 6 months ago