Zager ZAD20 Guitar Review by Terry Wood

Model:  ZAD20 Sunburst 

This is pretty much one of the best guitars I ever own. ZAD20 Sunburst is a guitar model from Zager guitars. In my opinion, this could be one of their best make of acoustic guitars. 

Features:

You may think that an affordable guitar and easy to play will not look good and sound good. That’s where most people are wrong ZAD20 is beautifully crafted. This guitar is made out of pure Mahogany wood creating great pure sound quality especially when jacked to an amplifier.

When you buy it, it comes along with a great guitar case ensuring you that your guitar is safe and free from scratches and damages while being delivered to you. When I received this guitar I was totally taken back by the beauty of it. It was so much nicer than the internet pictures, and was everything the Zager’s said it would be.

Sound:                                                                                                                

Because it’s made out of pure Mahogany wood, the sound quality is pure and whole. There are no ringing sounds even if plugged on an amplifier. Every chords its clean and perfect. I can even play different genre of music that can really satisfy my love for music.

Action, Fit and Finish:

This is where Zager Zad20 surpassed very guitar I owned before. Unlike guitars you buy at other manufacturers, Zager customizes every guitar they sell according to you preferences and needs. It’s like getting my own personal customized guitar in an affordable price.

Professionally set up with low, predictable action.

Reliability/Durability:

Got my Zager ZAd20 and I played it as soon as I opened it. I’ve been using it for few years now, and I tell you, it’s still sound brand new. I just have to string maintenance. But with a life-time warranty, my guitar is in safe hands.

Zager Acoustic ZAD-80CE Electric Review

Features:

This is a feature-rich cut-a-way electric (Fishman Clearwave 50) acoustic that sounds as good as any guitar selling for three times the price or more.  Cedar top, Rosewood back, sides and fret board abalone inlay binding and rosette tortoise shell pick guard Grover tuners gloss finish scalloped X bracing... you name it, it has it all!  And the number ONE feature is the Denny Zager Master Luthier custom nut-bridge-fret board setup that makes this the easiest most comfortable guitar to play!

Action, Fit, & Finish:

The action is low with no buzzing and the string spacing is perfect.  I won't change any of the factory setup.  It's a typical dreadnaught that just cradles down on your leg when sitting and just lies up against your abs and begs to be played.  And the finish is first rate; this guitar looks like a million bucks!

Sound Quality:

My playing style is best described as eclectic.  So far, every song I've played has met or exceeded every one my expectations.  And the sound is phenomenal!  I've plugged it into a practice amp and the electronics worked great!  The sound is crisp and full!  I have no dislikes whatsoever!

Reliability/Durability:

Although I've just received it, my Zager looks and feels like it's going to become a family heirloom.  All the hardware is top-notch and the finish is rich and deep.  I'm confident I can gig this one without backup.

Overall Rating:

I'm self taught and have played off and on for over thirty years.  Never serious or professional, just love to play along with others and learn something new overtime I do.  If this guitar were stolen, I'd find another exactly like it.  I love how easy it is to play and that I can play it for long periods of time.  But even more, I love the sound quality.  You would think I paid three grand for this baby.  I was looking at everything from Seagull's to Martins and this one gave me the value of a Seagull with the sound quality of a Martin.  I just wish I had more time to play it!

Zager ZAD-80 Review by Luke Schmidt

Features:

This acoustic guitar has a solid cedar top with rosewood back and sides. It looks as good as any guitar four times its price with its abalone inlay around all edges of the face, sound hole, and fret board, in combination with gold plated "Grover" sealed tuning gears. Dreadnought size guitar with rosewood fretboard. Hand filed frets make it very easy on the fingers.

Action, Fit, & Finish:

Here is where this Zager really shines. The action is perfect! I've spent hours in several music stores over several months playing all guitars from $700- $4000 and I can honestly say that my ZAD-80 is the best sounding and best playing guitar out of them all. I found a few $3000- $4000 guitars that either sounded as good as or looked as good as my guitar but I haven't found one that could beat my guitar in both sound and playability. The workmanship of this guitar is flawless.

Sound Quality:

This guitar has the most beautiful, deep, rich tone. The guitar resonates and has great projection. The sound easy fills every room that I play it in. Its intonation is perfect and harmonics are a breeze on this guitar.

Reliability/Durability:

I've only had this guitar for 6 months, but I have bumped it several times and it hasn't affected the guitar one bit. I also have a toddler that likes to help me play and my guitar has taken that abuse without skipping a beat. Zager has a lifetime guarantee on all their guitars. This thing is definitely built to last. It tunes easily and always stays in tune.

Customer Support:

No "fine print" with Zager- they hold up to every claim they make. One of the biggest reasons I decided to try this guitar was because of Zagers 100% money back guarantee. I first ordered one of their guitars that had been discounted due to some marks on the guitar. It played and sounded perfect but the marks on the guitar were too much for me so when I let them know that I wanted to return the guitar they emailed me a prepaid UPS shipping label. And as soon as they received the guitar a 100% refund was issued immediately with no questions or problems (they even refunded my shipping charge!). No other company does that! Their customer service is hands down the best I have ever seen, anywhere! When I purchased my first Zager guitar, I sent them an email with several questions at around 9pm and to my surprise I received a detailed response within 15 minutes! Their knowledge about guitars has been invaluable to me even though I have played for over six years.

Overall Rating:

If you want a $4000 guitar for under $800 then a Zager ZAD-80 acoustic is the only way to go. I also own a ZAD-50 CE, which I love so much that when I found out that Denny Zager was retiring from making guitars I quickly purchased my second Zager guitar. This guitar is one of the best purchases I have ever made. This guitar holds its own against $2000 - $4000 guitars in every category. The thing that I love best about my guitar is the deep, rich tone and it's perfect action and playability. Take my advice and buy a Zager Guitars , I bet you'll love your guitar every bit as much as I love mine.

Making the Most out of Online Guitar Lessons

Online guitar lessons are beneficial for any guitar player, but mostly for those beginners that have busy lives. Even though you are dying to learn to play guitar, there might be times when it is just too hard to squeeze in the time to sit down and learn. That is what is so great about online guitar lessons. Most guitar lessons for beginners walk you through the basics of the guitar, like how to hold it and how to read the tabs. Guitar lessons for beginners are typically slower and more detailed. This is helpful because it allows you to move at your own pace in learning how to play guitar.

When you are searching for online guitar lessons to take, you should search for ones that also provide more advanced lessons that you can work towards. As you progress from the guitar lessons for beginners into more advanced lessons, you will find that the guitar is easier to play than you thought, and you can begin to develop your own sense of style. There are many ways to take advantage of playing the guitar in your own style. It will give your music more personality and will help you to work on the guitar skills that will make your style stand out more. With online guitar lessons, it will be much easier to find out what type of style you are and what you will excel at.

Watching Acoustic Handmade Guitars Being Made

It is fun watching acoustic handmade guitars being made. They are made with such precision and specific materials, that not everyone can actually make one. Also, they are so simple in design it will surprise you at how they make such beautiful music. An acoustic handmade guitar is going to look like any old guitar to the naked untrained eye. But to those that know about guitars, handmade guitars are much more precious and valuable than any other type of guitar. Handmade guitars are made in a number of places. However, they are not made everywhere, so finding one is going to prove to be quite a challenge.

As acoustic handmade guitars are made, it is important that they all go through a specific process. Following this process will help you to understand how to better appreciate the music that they produce. It is also a great way to motivate yourself to learn how to play. Most handmade guitars are made from a special wood that is heated and bent into a certain shape. The bending is a delicate process so it can only be done by certain people. This is also a reason why handmade guitars are more expensive than others, besides the time and labor it takes to produce one.

Zager Guitars Review by Bonnie Earnhardt

Product: Zager ZAD 80
Email: Scarlett at burntmailcom

Features : 9
I just purchased the guitar of a lifetime! It's a Zager ZAD-80 acoustic. Solid cedar top, mahogany back and sides. Gold Grover tuners. Dreadnought body. Scalloped bracing. Incredibly graceful neck.

If I were to change anything about it, I think my "elitist" side would opt for solid mahogany, and I believe (though I'm not positive) that the ZAD-80 is laminated. But it certainly doesn't affect the sound or appearance of the guitar.

Sound : 10
Let me tell you, this is one *sweet* guitar...and I have a lot to compare to. I recently purchased a Martin HD-28VS, and I am seriously considering taking it back to the shop in favor of this ZAD-80.

This baby sings like an angel. And she sings with an ease and grace I only *wish* my Martins had. I can finally achieve complicated chord structures I've struggled with for years. I prefer to play finger style, and this guitar gives me the opportunity to focus on great new patterns instead of worrying about dead-sounding chords due to the high action of my guitar. The ZAD-80's sound is bright and full. You don't have a category rating of "Totally Awesome, I Am Blown Away", but I am!!

Action, Fit, & Finish : 10
Zager's ZAD-80 is a gorgeous work of art with its abalone inlay, impressive fit, and stunning finish. In addition to being a musician, I'm a graphic artist with a bent toward perfectionist, so I have a tendency to pick things apart looking for the minutest flaws. Trust me, I found nothing to complain about in this guitar.

One thing I particularly look at is what kind of wood is on the back of my guitar. No one ever sees it, so the Luther has the opportunity to use "ugly" wood back there. I was pleased and surprised to see a really pretty pattern in the grain on the back of my ZAD-80.

Reliability/Durability : 10
I'm not a performer, but I think the ZAD-80 will handle anything I want to throw at it. Its hardware is solid, the finish is flawless and deep, everything about it is top-notch. And if I were a performer who needed a backup guitar, you can be sure it would be another ZAD-80!

Customer Support : 10
As I was making my choice, I had the opportunity to deal with several people at Zager guitar. My questions, either by telephone or e-mail, were promptly and courteously answered. Even when I changed my mind in the 11th hour about which model guitar I wanted, they were wonderfully friendly and helpful. And, I asked the impossible. I ordered my guitar the weekend before Christmas as a gift for myself and asked that it be delivered to me before the holidays. I did NOT pay for special handling or shipping. Zager jumped right on my order and my guitar arrived on the east coast in 3 days. And don't forget, I'm talking about THE WEEK BEFORE CHRISTMAS!

Customer service and support? This company truly knows the meaning and carries it out. I highly recommend them.

Overall Rating : 10
I would put the Zager ZAD-80 guitar up against any I own...and I own a Yairi and 4 Martins: one of which is a custom model and one is a pre-war model. I love those guitars, but my hands are quite sensitive and I cannot play them for very long at the time. I do not have that problem with my ZAD-80. Because it's so easy to play, I can work on complicated melodies without giving up due to the frustration of painful fingers!

If my ZAD-80 were stolen or lost, right after I took a stick to whomever stole it, I'd buy another. That same day.

I am in no way connected to the folks at Zager Guitar, other than being a delighted customer. I highly recommend them and their guitars to anyone.

Zager and Evans In the Year 2525