Seagull S6+ Cedar Acoustic

Not really any features. It's an accoustic. But the bookmatching is cool, the bridge bone, and nut are made of reqal bone from what i can tell... makes for an awsome sound. NO second nut for a strap. but not a big deal i can install that myself in 5 minutes. (Acctually i'll leave that to the guy who installs my fishman pickup next week. I'm not taking chances with this baby)

I play anything from folk, o blues, to rock... This thing has a great rich tone and very light feel to it. It sounds great. Anything from a mellow tone, great for finger picking, to a crisp clean strumming and picking sound. I love it. It compares very easily to more expensive guitars (however i must say that if you want a Taylor sound, buy a Taylor)

Great action. Bookmatching on mine is awsome, Attention to deatail is evident. The matte finish really grabs me (i love it on an accoustic) very comfortable to play. Machine heads are al consistant and smooth.

Does seem like a delicate guitar, but then i try to take good care fo my guitars no matter what. I wouldn't be throwing this one around., but i don't strum past the pickguard, adn i rarely (being left handed) let other play mine.

Have only had it for one day. The warenty seems good and the company i bought it from is amazing as far as support.

i own 4 guitars now. I have a Vantage electric an older bass, Fender and Peavy amps.
I really enjoy playing this guitar. the sound adds that much more to my music, and it so comfortable. It's brought back my love for playing. I'd buy it again anyday. I think it looks great, sounds good, and feels good. the only thing i wish for is that they'd add another nut for a strap! The guitars are handmade in canada, and that why i think i paid less for it here then in the US. These guys turn out quality, and i've yet to find a flaw in construction (Besides, flaws in handmade work add charicter to the guitar!)

This is a 2000 model Seagull S6+ Cedar. It was handcrafted in Canada. I absolutely fell in love with the solid cedar top. As soon as I opened the case, my entire house smelled like cedar. The guitar has the stained wild cherry sides and back with the big leaf maple neck. Nothing fancy but everything is of the highest quality. The tuners are non-locking but are very high quality. The neck is wider than standard which actually improves the playability. The only reason I don't give it a 10 is the lack of any inlay work.

I have played everything from cheap Ibanez "Performance" acoustics to upper level Taylors and the sound of the Seagull is awesome. It definately holds it own against guitars in the $1000 to $1500 price range. The sound is natural and has a lot of depth.

While each guitar that leaves a factory will be set up slightly different, my Seagull was set up beautifully from the factor. The action is incredibly low without any buzz. I found the playability more enjoyable that the few Taylors that I played. The finish was great and I looked for days and could not find a single flaw. Great work

The finish on this guitar is very thin but I think this contributes to the depth of sound. I would not be careless with this guitar because I don;t think the finish can withstand much (if any) abuse. It sings like an angel but is just as delicate.

I have been playing guitar for 16 years. I've played guitars from most manufacturers and I have never been as awe struck as I am with my Seagull. I have owned great electrics (Les Paul and Stratocaster) and some nice acoustics (Ovation Legend and a backup Yamaha) but the Seagull reminds me why I love to play. If I had $1000 to spend on an acoustic, I'd buy three Seagulls.

Solid Cedar top, Semi-Gloss Lacquer Finish, Wild Cherry Back & Sides, Big Leaf Maple Neck Rosewood Fingerboard, Rosewood Bridge, Micarta Nut & Saddle

Excellent sound. I passed these guitars up for a cheaper make and model. But for a week the sound of the Seagull kept coming back to me, I took the other guitar back, and visited the local Seagull dealer again.

This is a beautiful music instrument. I got mine new out of the box and it hadn't been touched by any one except me so far. The finish great, the dark cherry colored back looks great. The tuners work like they should. This is a hand made guitar, for around $300. The guality compared to other guitars in this price range is super.

I'm a beginner after a 25 year lay off. Didn't know much 25 years ago so I'm a beginner again. Live music: hmmmm this guitar is very light weight, plus the finish is very lightm, so easy to nick or mar. Hardware: seems fine, works great and should last. Strap button: only one... Hopefully no problems are instore for the future.

My guitar is brand new, like 1 day old. So never had to contact the mfg. yet. Warranty: 2 years

Again I'm a beginner. I played a little 25 years ago. I purchased another brand guitar used and kept it 6 days. During my hunt for a guitar, I had tried out the Seagull. The great sound of the Seagull kept coming back to me after buying the other guitar. I finally took the other guitar back to the music store. I purchased the Seagull. I can tell you I plan on keeping this guitar. Its a great guitar at a very fair price. During my search for a guitar I had settle on the following 3 brands: Simon & Patrick, Washburn, and Seagull. The Seagull and S&P sound was similiar. The Washburn lacked... I had purchased the Washburn, because of price. I'm so happy I took it back for the Seagull.

Canadian hand made!!! Solid Cedar top/Laminated back and sides - only cost $400 and came with a hardshell case! Great quality for such a low price.

Excellent sound. It's one of the most natural sounding guitars I have ever heard.

Action was a little high for my preferences. Finish was wonderful. I'm not a huge "glossy guitar" fan, so I love the natural, almost burnish-type finish on this guitar.

It scratches easily, due to the finish. The hardware is solid. Other than the finish, this guitar should last me the rest of my life.

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It's a great guitar, especially for the price. It's also one of the most beautiful guitars I've ever seen. The sound of this guitar contends with guitars that are much higher in price.

Made in La Patrie, Quebec and from what I can tell Canadians know how to construct a quality acoustic. Solid, tightly grained cedar top, wild cherry back and sides, & a maple neck. It has a satin finish which may sacrifice wear and tear but it definetely contributes to sound. Dreadnought body with a unique straight-pull headstock that means a lot less tuning. Tuners are made by the manufacturer and seem to be smooth and reliable. the neck is a little wider than normal, however I've found it easier to play. It came with a hardcase from the dealer. Very simple, but by no means lacking.

I would not hesitate for a second to place this guitar's sound in the realm of a $1000+ axe. It has a tremendous amount of volume and balance. I play a mainly rhythm, with some fingerpicking thrown in. Folk, Classic Rock, etc.. This guitar seems to cater to that Folk/Coffee Shop sound a little better than jamming. It can do it, but has a great delicate tone.

I've been playing a Fender Strat with a horrible setup. At first strum this guitar seemed to have nice, low action without buzz. After about a month I'm starting to notice a buzz here and there. Nothing a setup won't take care of. You can not even tell this baby is bookmatched, excellent job. No flaws from the factory, these guys must really pay close attention to putting a good product out.

This guitar is built solid but I'm trying not to drop it and suffer the satin finish consequences. This was a sacrifice that was made to get this tremendous sound. It only came with one strap button. I am a recreational player so I don't have gig experience but I'd guess that it could handle a bit of abuse. I'd hesitate myself to throw it around, but it's not so expensive that I'd shelter it for life.

I've only heard good things about the entire community of La Patrie, Quebec. Haven't had to deal with them yet. It came with a 2 year limited warranty and I've heard stories of good standing passed around about these guys.

I have played off and on for the past few years but am really digging in lately. I am in Alaska and hesitated to mail order a guitar without playing it first. Something about what everyone on the internet was saying about Seagull made me remain stuck on purchasing on of these guitars. I don't regret the choice at all, it is high quality throughout. Sound, oh man I have played some bigger names but this puts out equal or better tone. The only thing I would wish for is one of those cool ass larrivee inlays. Too bad, it's simple but extremely effective. Great value, even better guitar.

This is a new 1998 Guitar. Made in LaPatri Quebec Canada. It has 21 frets and a close grained cedar top that emits excellent sound.I purchased it without electronics because I am basically a folk guitarist. I like the unplugged sound and this guitar has wonderfull sound. Very balanced and with a very sweet crisp high range. The finish is satin rubbed and very thin. Part of the reason this guitar sounds so good. Body style is dreadnought, a bit smaller than standard, and has a good bass range for it's size. The tuners have the seagull logo embossed on them and seem to be of good quality. The neck is wider than standard but that's ok with me because I am a classical guitar player. I also own a La Patrie classical by Seagull and that is a awesome guitar. I traded in a guitar for my S6+ and kept it's case so I didn't need a case.

The sound is rich and balanced. The best sound I have ever heard for a inexpensive guitar. Solid top guitars are expected to sound better than laminated top guitars but for the price I have never heard a better sound than this guitar emitts.

The guitar had a better than normal factory setup. The action was a little high but that was quickly taken care of with a truss rod adjustment made by the dealer. The top is perfectly bookmatched and it is difficult to see the match line. Hardware is top rate and the inline tuners do help to keep the guitar in tune. The bridge, nut and saddle are of top quality and positioned as they should be in a hand made guitar.

The top is very thin and care will have to be taken with this guitar as it gets older. It is solid built however with good craftmanship and should last a lifetime with proper care. Everything is solid and well made on this guitar. Yes I would use this guitar on a gig and have in fact done so.

Because my review is similar to others that have been submitted this section is the reason why I have posted another review. I had occassion to deal with La Patrie when I purchased one of their classical guitars, used, on consignment, from a custom shop in the Twin Cities. Hoffman Guitars. The guitar had a fret buzz that was caused by a bridge glue pocket that gave loose. A defect from the factory. I contacted La Patrie customer service and after two emails to the company they offered to give me a new guitar free of charge.I told them I buy guitars because I fall in love with the sound they make and that I did not want another guitar. They then offered to fix the guitar free of charge. I was given a return number and the address of their repair facility. My guitar is now like new and it never cost me a cent. What do I think of Seagull's customer? I have never seen better. Remember the guitar I bought was used!!!! They still stood behind it 100%. Part of the reason I bought my S6+ was because of my experience with Seagull's customer service.

I have been playing guitar for 30 years. I also own a Garcia hand made classical guitar made in Spain, a La Patrie classical guitar made by Seagull and a Suzuki starter classical guitar made in Japan. If my S6+ were lost or stolen I would buy another one. The sound is it's best feature and after all that is what a instrument is all about. Sound !!! There is nothing about this guitar I hate. Oh, maybe, because it is a little smaller than the standard dreadnaught, it does not quite fit my case but that is the only thing I dislike about Seagull's guitar.

Number one feature, this guitar is handmade in North America and cost less than five hundred dollars. The solid cedar top has tight grains and a full sound. The neck is Big Leaf Maple, it is wider than your typical acoustic neck which in my opinion makes it more comfortable to play. The guitar has a satin lacquer finish than does not inhibit the sound or the colors of the wood. The back and sides are wild cherry which look good. The head set is tapered so that the pegs are in a straight line with the string as it comes off the nut. I've noticed that this help to keeps its tune longer.

The sound is full and gutsy. The highs aren't so stong, which I like. Even bar chords sound full.

The bookmatch on the top is GREAT! The two halves are perfect matches. I haven't found any flaws or nicks in the finish or wood. The action right out of the box was pretty good, although there was a buzz on the A string. A quarter turn of the truss rod took care of that problem.

The satin finish is very thin, wether it will wear off or not I don't know. The tuning hardware is beefy. I would take this guitar to a gig without a back up. I think the solid cedar top will only allow the sound to get better.

I haven't need customer support yet, but it seems like the company is down to earth.

I've been playing for 10 years and I like this guitar better than all the others I've played. It doesn't sound like a Martin but if I drop it, I'm not out $1500 either. I am very impressed with it so far. A handmade guitar for $350 is a great deal. Seagull is trying to build a customer base so their prices are extremely good for the quality of guitar they produce. If it was stolen I would probably buy the same guitar the next day. The cedar top stands out from the usual spruce tops, the cedar looks and sounds great. That guitar is worth twice what they ask for it.