Buy Seagull S6 Original Slim GuitarSeagull S6 Original Slim Guitar Product Description:
- Made in North America
- Select Pressure Tested Top
- Double Action Truss Rod
- Tapered Headstock for precise and stable tuning and great for open tunings
- Tusq nut and compensated saddle for better intonation
Product Description
Winner of several awards, the S6 is perhaps the instrument that best represents the Seagull philosophy. The S6 Slim offers entry level players the opportunity to experience the great feel and superb sound provided by a hand finished neck with a more traditional nut width feel, as well as a select solid Cedar top and a Custom Polished finish.
Tusq nut and compensated saddle Finish - Semi-Gloss Custom Polished Finish
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11 of 11 people found the following review helpful.
This was my first acoustic guitar and I've been playing it for over 7 years
By Brett Llewellyn
I did not buy this guitar from Amazon, but from a local guitar shop. I was looking for a "budget" guitar in the <500$ price range and played every guitar the shop had over the course of 3 days. The Seagull S6 Slim (and S6, for that matter) stood out without any comparison.As suggested in the title, I have been playing this guitar for 7 years (I finally bought an "intermediate" guitar just a month ago). I have never had guitar lessons, and I think that truly demonstrates how beautiful this guitar is and sounds. It held my interest through all of the self teaching and I always came back to it. I only started thinking about getting a new guitar a few months ago, and it was simply because I needed something with a brighter sound. I have never gotten sick of this guitar and play it daily, even with my new guitar.(Advice)First things first, though. If you haven't actually heard the guitar in person or at least youtube videos, do that before looking at reviews. This holds true with any guitar, or instrument really. Everyone perceives sounds differently and the perfect tone quality for me may not be the same as for you. If you have and you're looking for reason to buy the guitar, keep reading.Second, guitars of the same model do not all sound the same. From personal experience, Seagull guitars do not have the same quality control as, let's say, a Taylor. But you're also paying a third of the price. I have never played a bad Seagull, but a few of the same model have sounded better than others. Because of this, I highly encourage you to buy a guitar that you've been able to play first.(Review)Those items being said, I cannot recommend this guitar enough:TONE - the first thing that comes to my mind with an acoustic guitar is its tone. The S6 provides a very dark, full sound. I think it's best used for folk music. I play it alongside Taylors and Martins, and, while these guitars are of course "better" (and more $$$), none of them have the same distinct tone of a Seagull. You get very rich, full sounds out of this that blend well with vocals and other guitars. I have yet to hear a guitar in the <$750 price range match this tone.Also, I don't remember the exact science behind it, but the wood in this guitar starts sounding better and more full the longer you play the guitar. If you're interested, definitely look it up on google.PLAY-ABILITY - tone doesn't do much good if you can't play the guitar very easily. That's the next spot where the S6 Slim shines. I have smaller hands and opted on the 1.72" nut width of the Slim (vs. the 1.80" standard) and it made a huge difference for me. I was able to play Barre chords for the first time ever. My hands never feel cramped when playing this guitar. It holds up well to more challenging songs and tunings as well. I've recorded a video of myself playing the instrumental piece Ocean by John Butler if you're interested in hearing/seeing how it holds up to more demanding pieces (Please don't discredit this review for what may appear as self-advertising; I just want to offer a video showing both the tone and playability of this guitar). It's easily searchable on youtube with my name and the piece name. Again though, don't take my word for it, play it at a guitar store personally.In conjunction with tone, the mentioned John Butler piece requires the guitar to be tuned down to open C. A lot of guitars cannot handle this very well due to the large variance in tension throughout the guitar, but the Seagull S6 Slim has no problem.LOOKS - Let's be honest, it's much more fun to pick up and practice/play a guitar that looks great. While this isn't in my top 10 by any means, it still is a natural looking guitar with no gimmicks. While I was a bit turned off at first, it has definitely grown on me.CRAFTSMANSHIP - In 7 years I've never had to take this guitar to a shop to get repaired. 5 of those years the guitar was in horrible conditions: never in a case, no humidifier, etc. I've had no problems with any parts of the guitar. The pegs are still original, the bridge has never been adjusted, etc. This guitar comes ready to play for years.Some recommendations -STRINGS- the Godin (company that makes Seagull products) strings are great and dirt cheap, however their sound does not last for very long. This isn't a huge problem with beginning guitarists/musicians, but once you've played for a year or so you notice old strings and their poor tone immediately. Elixir light phosphor bronze strings sound absolutely fantastic with this guitar. They're slightly more expensive but truly last for about 4-6 months before needing to replace them. The guitar keeps its dark tone with them and their slick coating makes it even easier to play.I also had the problem of the strings "schreeching" when trying to tune the guitar perfectly with the Godin strings. The Elixir strings have absolutely no such problem.STRAP - the guitar doesn't have second peg for a strap. You can opt to add one in for pretty cheap at any guitar store, but I personally don't like the idea of drilling holes into my guitar. I bought a Planet Waves Quick Release strap connector that works as a replacement for about 5 dollars. If you like standing when you play (and who doesn't at some point??), definitely check it out.Finally, what level of a musician are you? If you're a beginner but have your heart set on learning guitar, skip the hassle and trouble of buying a cheap guitar, even if it has good reviews. Go straight here. The Seagull will always hold your interest and is very easy to play. If you're really serious about guitar, you'll upgrade eventually, so you might as well save 150 dollars from not buying a cheaply made guitar.If you're an intermediate who worked his/her way up from a cheap guitar, this is a good next place to be. However, if your first guitar was in this price range (or more), consider Seagull's other products. They offer excellent mid-range (in both value and skill level) guitars.If you're an expert, this guitar won't compare to your Taylors/Martins/etc., but then again, it's not trying to. And you can tell. It's really in a league of its own and Seagull knows what they're doing. This guitar would still add a nice touch to your collection.If anyone has any questions, let me know.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful.
Worth every penny
By N. Coleman
I bought my Seagull S6 Slim about 5 months ago, and it seems to sound better every time I play it. I ordered one online without ever playing one, because of all the great reviews. Made in a small town in Canada, it's refreshing to find such a quality, reasonably priced guitar that's not made in Asia. I replaced the strings with Elixir light gauge, and I borrowed a set of nut files to lower the strings at the nut. I bought this guitar so I could have one at work all the time. I work at a hospital and we have a group that will sing hymns for the patients and families that request us. I have a 1983 Martin D35 that I keep at home. I'll have to say that I still like the Martin more, but I can't say it's worth 6 times the price I paid for the Seagull. This S6 slim is really enjoyable to play, and it's also the best smelling guitar I've ever played, due to the cedar. I suppose that scent will fade over the years, but it's the first thing that hits you when you take the guitar out of the case.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful.
easy playing
By Randy Moyer
I was looking for a easy playing guitar. I have played martins mostly and was blowen away by this guitar.I wanted a guitar that had a neck like a ovation but with a less twangy sound.The s6 slim is all that and more.It plays and sounds great. You can not buy a guitar that plays and sounds this great at this low of a price.And the finish on the neck makes it easy to play. I love it!
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