Beautiful version. Love this! I was looking for some demos on the NS1 and found this. Fantastic. Since I'm not a hardcore jazzer and just love the nylon string sound layered with synth or VG-99, I'm wondering if you've had the opportunity to compare the NS1 to a Godin Multiac Synth nylon string? Keep up the fine playing! You made my evening. Many thanks!
@2GoldensTosa - Thanks for the nice compliment and glad you enjoyed it. I used to own a Godin Multiac, and the NS1 had a lower action and slicker feel to me. Also the Carvin's heel is much smoother than the Godin's which uses a bolt-on construction. Plugged in they are not THAT different from each other, but I still give the nod to the Carvin. On the other hand, the Carvin has no acoustic sound at all, whereas the Godin had a quiet but nice unplugged tone.
@AOSoloist - It's low, lower than a traditional acoustic classical. Too low for me, actually, but perfect for the kind of jazzy/smooth playing that Steve Oliver practices.
Hi there - the NS1 is easier for someone who is not used to full size classical guitars, but I sold mine because I actually prefer the full size instruments. It has lower action, a thinner neck, but normal strings. It's very much intended for players who are comfortable with electric guitars. Good luck - RP
Not sure if you care to share, but you say you sold the NS-1... I was wondering why? Just not a fan of synth (as you mentioned already), do you not really care for nylon, or did you find another nylon-electric that you like better?
Not to fear - it's a great guitar. But I don't get on well with the GR technology. I am actually VERY into nylon but I prefer the size and shape of handmade classical & flamenco acoustic guitars. So I just gave up on the plugged in thing altogether.
I think you are great! you could provide the remixed version of this song. I am serious - now that acoustic can be a category for remix. I love your acoustic interpretation of the music. absolutely awesome!
Fabulous playing!!! I've been trying to decide which synth nylon guitar to get, the carvin or the godin. I use to have a cl450 but got rid of it. I hope to see some synth video from you soon.
That's not likely, since I sold the NS1. I have owned a Roland GR1 since 1991 when it came out, but guitar synth is just not my thing. Thank you for the compliment though!
Gary - how wonderful of you to post a comment. I really dig your "Equilibrium" album, and I'm glad you don't find my noodling offensive. :) Thank you for the inspiring tunes! -Roger
Hello AS, I am a novice at Flamenco... but I've bought a 1994 Conde blanca from Felipe V, and a Sanchis Lopez Bulerias (negra). Both are wonderful. No electronics on these. -RP
I owned a NS1 for 2 months: what amp do you use (I'm a classic-trained guitarist w/ not much experience in amps). Have you tried the 13 pin synth output? what do you think of the Terratec Axon MK II? thanks
Hi, I use an Acoustic Image Clarus 2R feeding a Redstone RS-8vER cabinet. I dabbled with the synth output, but I always find it more of a distraction so I don't really use it. Actually, I'm selling the NS1 because I have gotten totally into full size acoustic Flamenco guitars now! Cheers - RP
Excellent! What is your setup? R U Feeding into any synth box like a GR-20 or GR-33? I got my NS1 a few months ago and haven't had any time to really try it out.
Hi - I do have a GR1 that I bought back in 1992. I've messed with it a little, but mostly I'm just interested in the basic nylon string electric guitar aspect of the NS1.
Whats that guitar in the background ?
GubaJones 2 months ago
@GubaJones - Custom "Ergo" model built by Chris Forshage, a luthier in the Austin, TX USA area. I have a demo of that guitar on my channel.
rpguitar 2 months ago
Beautiful version. Love this! I was looking for some demos on the NS1 and found this. Fantastic. Since I'm not a hardcore jazzer and just love the nylon string sound layered with synth or VG-99, I'm wondering if you've had the opportunity to compare the NS1 to a Godin Multiac Synth nylon string? Keep up the fine playing! You made my evening. Many thanks!
2GoldensTosa 5 months ago
@2GoldensTosa - Thanks for the nice compliment and glad you enjoyed it. I used to own a Godin Multiac, and the NS1 had a lower action and slicker feel to me. Also the Carvin's heel is much smoother than the Godin's which uses a bolt-on construction. Plugged in they are not THAT different from each other, but I still give the nod to the Carvin. On the other hand, the Carvin has no acoustic sound at all, whereas the Godin had a quiet but nice unplugged tone.
rpguitar 5 months ago
@AOSoloist - It's low, lower than a traditional acoustic classical. Too low for me, actually, but perfect for the kind of jazzy/smooth playing that Steve Oliver practices.
rpguitar 7 months ago
I am seriously thinking about getting the NS1. How is the fretboard action. Does it feel like you can fly on it?
Take care.
gjourney
EternalSSA 2 years ago
Hi!
Im thinking of buying this guitar.
I have a question you mabye could anwer.
Is it easier to play on the NS1 guitar, compared to a Classic nylon guitar? Is the string height lower? is it thinner strings?
Would be very happy for answers.
Keep up the nice playing.
Kind regards.
kallemalmsteen 2 years ago
Hi there - the NS1 is easier for someone who is not used to full size classical guitars, but I sold mine because I actually prefer the full size instruments. It has lower action, a thinner neck, but normal strings. It's very much intended for players who are comfortable with electric guitars. Good luck - RP
rpguitar 2 years ago
sounds great! I went to school with your friend Brett Heinz in Hartford.
tony5148 3 years ago
No way... curious how you recognize ME? I will email you.
rpguitar 3 years ago
Not sure if you care to share, but you say you sold the NS-1... I was wondering why? Just not a fan of synth (as you mentioned already), do you not really care for nylon, or did you find another nylon-electric that you like better?
dohrt 3 years ago
Not to fear - it's a great guitar. But I don't get on well with the GR technology. I am actually VERY into nylon but I prefer the size and shape of handmade classical & flamenco acoustic guitars. So I just gave up on the plugged in thing altogether.
rpguitar 3 years ago
Great work! Thanks - what are you running the guitar through?
Byrdmanguitar 3 years ago
your website is cool. too. anyone who is anyone, check out his clips!
jvidhappy 3 years ago
I think you are great! you could provide the remixed version of this song. I am serious - now that acoustic can be a category for remix. I love your acoustic interpretation of the music. absolutely awesome!
jvidhappy 3 years ago
I am humbled. Thank you! -RP
rpguitar 3 years ago
Fabulous playing!!! I've been trying to decide which synth nylon guitar to get, the carvin or the godin. I use to have a cl450 but got rid of it. I hope to see some synth video from you soon.
brandnewplunger 3 years ago
That's not likely, since I sold the NS1. I have owned a Roland GR1 since 1991 when it came out, but guitar synth is just not my thing. Thank you for the compliment though!
-RP
rpguitar 3 years ago
That was beautiful. One of the best videos I have ever seen on Youtube.
MagickMusickLover 3 years ago
Needless to say, THANKS for the very nice compliment. -RP
rpguitar 3 years ago
Gosh very very nice! And I WANT that Guitar, thank you in advance :-)
tmoodyband 3 years ago
How can I get the lyrics for this song? anybody please?
pommehkt 3 years ago
im jealouse! why are you so good!!?!?? keep it up man ;)
Mwtorres24 3 years ago
This Song from me to Tim Robins
pommehkt 3 years ago
good job man, brilliant!!
dimitri18 3 years ago
Hi
Gary B here from Luminous. I stumbled across this video. Thank you for playing over my tracks. Lovely guitar. Great to hear you!
garymelt 4 years ago
Gary - how wonderful of you to post a comment. I really dig your "Equilibrium" album, and I'm glad you don't find my noodling offensive. :) Thank you for the inspiring tunes! -Roger
rpguitar 4 years ago
Hello AS, I am a novice at Flamenco... but I've bought a 1994 Conde blanca from Felipe V, and a Sanchis Lopez Bulerias (negra). Both are wonderful. No electronics on these. -RP
rpguitar 4 years ago
Hi RP!
Great playing which flamenco guitar do you prefer? Is it electrified or miked? Also,
do you prefer the clarus or ac-60?
Regards,
AS
asantjazz 4 years ago
hi, nice playing.
I owned a NS1 for 2 months: what amp do you use (I'm a classic-trained guitarist w/ not much experience in amps). Have you tried the 13 pin synth output? what do you think of the Terratec Axon MK II? thanks
Pierpaolo
omsjaw 4 years ago
Hi, I use an Acoustic Image Clarus 2R feeding a Redstone RS-8vER cabinet. I dabbled with the synth output, but I always find it more of a distraction so I don't really use it. Actually, I'm selling the NS1 because I have gotten totally into full size acoustic Flamenco guitars now! Cheers - RP
rpguitar 4 years ago
Hey man....you just replaced my Prozac!!!! Great job....great playing and phrasing as well!
flexkill1 4 years ago
Excellent! What is your setup? R U Feeding into any synth box like a GR-20 or GR-33? I got my NS1 a few months ago and haven't had any time to really try it out.
fretted 4 years ago
Hi - I do have a GR1 that I bought back in 1992. I've messed with it a little, but mostly I'm just interested in the basic nylon string electric guitar aspect of the NS1.
rpguitar 4 years ago
very nice - with close eyes wouldn't be able to tell it's not acoustic nylon sound... and very good 'deep feel' playing, as usual.
yakovest 4 years ago
Fantastic sounds
jacquesmees 4 years ago