Yamaha NTX3 crossover

[lkingston]

Those two were recorded with an iPhone. I recorded this one with a Panasonic GH6 which is a far better camera. It also records multiple channels 24 bit audio, so I was able a direct out from the THR amp and use a condenser mic:

https://youtu.be/y8-qTIzOX5Q

[lkingston]

I expected there to be more bleed in the vocal mic so I didn’t dial in any internal mic. The next time I’ll either dial in some internal mic or place the mic to pick up more guitar. I’m still trying to figure out the best approach.

[ewalling]

Originally Posted by lkingston

I have become primarily a nylon player because of how it eases my finger pain. I’ve also fallen in love with the sound of the nylon strings.

I'm beginning to think that nylon string guitars are the greatest unkept secret for fingerstyle guitarists. You don't need to spend an arm and a leg to get one that sounds gorgeous, they don't wear or split picking nails to anything like the same degree as steel, they're kinder on the fretting hand, and they work across a broad range of styles, including blues.

Over the last few years, I've gone from having one to three nylon string crossovers and now have only one steel-string acoustic in my possession.

[lkingston]

Originally Posted by ewalling

I'm beginning to think that nylon string guitars are the greatest unkept secret for fingerstyle guitarists. You don't need to spend an arm and a leg to get one that sounds gorgeous, they don't wear or split picking nails to anything like the same degree as steel, they're kinder on the fretting hand, and they work across a broad range of styles, including blues.

Over the last few years, I've gone from having one to three nylon string crossovers and now have only one steel-string acoustic in my possession.

Sounds similar to my experience! Hmmm…

[leew3]

Great thread. Unfortunately it's timed with my most recent GAS thought: "hey, I wonder if I need a nylon string guitar?" Yikes! Get thee behind me.

[lkingston]

Originally Posted by leew3

Great thread. Unfortunately it's timed with my most recent GAS thought: "hey, I wonder if I need a nylon string guitar?" Yikes! Get thee behind me.

Lol! Fortunately, a new nylon, even an expensive one, is way cheaper than any sort of arthritis treatment…at least that is how I am presenting it to my wife!

Not that it isn’t true!

[lkingston]

I finally played out with the NTX3 through a PA system. Three times this week actually. Wow, this pickup sounds absolutely wonderful!

[4-string]

Originally Posted by lkingston

I finally played out with the NTX3 through a PA system. Three times this week actually. Wow, this pickup sounds absolutely wonderful!

Indeed it does! I love how mine sounds through the Udo Da Capo 75, really sweet.

That said, I just ordered a NCX3 and my NTX3 will be up for sale. I just can't get used to the narrow neck and the tight string spacing. Other than that, it's just beautiful. So the NCX3 makes sense I guess. Actually, I opted for the NCX3C which has the cedar top. Mostly because it was in stock, as opposed to the spruce top version, but also because I wouldn't mind some extra warmth to the acoustic sound. Plugged in it sounds stellar no matter the top wood (or at least, that's what I think).

[lkingston]

Originally Posted by 4-string

Indeed it does! I love how mine sounds through the Udo Da Capo 75, really sweet.

That said, I just ordered a NCX3 and my NTX3 will be up for sale. I just can't get used to the narrow neck and the tight string spacing. Other than that, it's just beautiful. So the NCX3 makes sense I guess. Actually, I opted for the NCX3C which has the cedar top. Mostly because it was in stock, as opposed to the spruce top version, but also because I wouldn't mind some extra warmth to the acoustic sound. Plugged in it sounds stellar no matter the top wood (or at least, that's what I think).

I really like the crossover style neck. I am completely happy with the NTX3!