An American treasure. Huge influence on so many people. Not only does he have a unique voice on guitar, but he has composed such wonderful songs for some of my favorite tv shows over the years. God bless Larry Carlton 🙏
@@buckbreaker5185 How so ? They may be overpriced these days but for a company to survive for some 120 years says something other than sucks . You may not like them but i love mine & i have two 70s Les Pauls a 74 Walnut finish SG Standard , one Flying V & a 2016 Midtown Deluxe along with several fenders & a two Martin Acoustics. I have had no troubles with any of my Gibsons & if you have a moment give a listen & leave me a comment if you think these guitars sound like crap . They do not . I'm not saying Kiesel guitars aren't great as they are & one listen to Andy James will tell you that . Larry however is not a shredder & Gibsons have been his bread & butter guitars for many a long year . No angry remarks as this is just a reply & you are more than entitled to you own views. If you wish to listen you may use the link or the green icon button . czcams.com/video/RHj04fFTrZI/video.html Hey if you have a Keisel i would love to hear it if you have any clips . Mine is an older audio recording of my own & an instrumental.
Who can forget the incredible solo in Steely Dan's Kid Charlemagne on the album The Royal Scam from 1974? I must have bought that record at least a dozen times because of the needle of my pick-up wearing out the grooves. That performance alone makes Carlton one of the Greatest Of All Times. Luv' yah, man!💗
That guitar solo is probably the best ever constructed and one of the most beautiful ever played but the list is endless. His live album at the baked potato last nite is the stuff guitar players only can dream about and as a side man, the Donald Fagen album The Night Fly shows exactly why he was for most part Donald´s guitar player of choice. Simply untouchable.
Of course, Don't Take Me Alive Is another Larry Carlton masterpiece. Larry is one of the most musical guitar players that has ever lived and my favourite.
It an honor to know him personally as a friend for years! I never forget his Birthday and he never forgets mine ! A master my all time favorite guitarist of my generation bar none!
@@missingremote4388 They stopped making the 335 Studio though. Gibson may have cheaper labour in Tennessee than they did back in Kalamazoo but it's nowhere near as cheap as in Indonesia.
Mr 335 is still Mr 335, just on another great guitar. Good on you Larry for supporting a new brand that more guys can afford. Gibson have shot themselves in the foot one too many times.
There's a living legend right there. Been listening to Larry since his 1st album & still do. Gawd he's just so damn good. Out of all the players I listen to; he's still my #1. And I'm luvin' my Sire Tele---a total joy to play. Luv you Larry !
I noticed the shake in the right hand right off the bat. I hope he doesn't have it but something tells me he does. I can tell it's taking it's toll. He was nervous but he is still the bleeping man!!! I love LC!!
Went to see Lucinda Williams after her stroke and she could barely walk on stage with people helping her . Didnt think s h e would be able to perform. When she started singing you wouldn't think she had any health issues at all . Peter Frampton keeps going . Larry still sounds great no matter what's going on
Probably essential tremors, or who knows maybe early Parkinsons, but I think the former. Not affecting his ability one iota. Not nerves not after all these years. I have essential tremors like that in both hands. Tough to turn bacon in the pan that's for sure ;)
The last few years show that time passes and it can be a bitch for players, even for ol´Larry in terms of speed or agility, but his touch is still truly incredible. He has been an inspiration and truly a heero for me for the last 40 or more years and of course no matter what life brings to me, he always will be a lifechanger and a maestro to learn from.
So yes amazing as always! Don’t know if anyone realizes the man with glasses in black kneeling doing sound and helping Larry is the amazing Rick Wheeler! Rick is a great guitar player and teacher in his own right, this was a treat as I haven’t seen him in years. ❤
The man, the myth, the legend. Had the pleasure of meeting Larry at a music festival and he was an absolute joy to talk to and then listen to on his 335. Awesome.
I love Larry so much. An incalculable influence on guitarists. An early hero of mine. I bought a Sire H7 and it is superb. A wonderful instrument. Thank you for sharing this clip. It's great to see Larry playing his Sire. With Gratitude - John
Great Respect for a Truly Legend that is Still Showing His Love for Music ... and Even his hands are Shaking when He start Play is Like everything go to normality.
It seems that larry is suffering from some kind of tremor in both hands. This has been noted about other videos from recent years and this might be one of the reasons for Larry's partial retirement. Which makes it even more impressive how good he still sounds. At 75, you constantly need to work to keep up your abilities regarding anything your muscles are involved in. So I think it's really impressive how he still comes out to play at a NAMM booth.
Great to hear and see Larry Carlton here, promoting these wonderful instruments. He may be semi retired, but he's still The Daddy, so often 1st session choice of the great Steely Dan. A lovely performance, very reminiscent of some of the aforementioned popular beat combo's latest output. Nuff words! Top man. 🎶⭐👍
Most players makes some mistakes. Here and there sometimes.In an aseptic and cold environment such as the spit of Sire guitars,the amount of artistic inspiration cannot be on par with a live performance with fellow musicians before hundred of fans vibrating as they play.The most important thing are not mistakes,but feats and chops,and I can swear I enjoyed Larry's playing a lot
I used my Sire H7 for the leads on over half of the songs on my last album "Highway Cruiser", it took awhile to get it into the USA because of COVID but WOW, well worth the wait: they are truly amazing guitars! Thank you Larry for your music ("Strikes Twice" is my fav LC album) and for your work to make the H7 a great reality in my world!
Larry had a regular gig in the 70s at Donte’s, a small jazz room in North Hollywood. I smuggled my Philips cassette recorder in there once in 77 and studied his licks. When I met him many years later I told him about this. His reply: “Everybody did.”
This is the “MAN”- this genre of music I melted into in the 80’s, along with all the other great’s that made it soar- This man never has let any tune slip- just keeps us all thrilled; thanks for the wonderful memories. Sincerely grateful for everything he has done for jazz.Michigan admiration company.
@@robfirestone6158 look at his hands shaking at the beginning. Might have a condition we're not aware of. But as a performer, to me looks like stage fright. I've had it before and never even noticed until someone mentioned it lol.
Only just heard of Larry Carlton over the last couple of years lol. But have obviously heard him many times. Awesome guitarist and awesome guitars. I own a Sire acoustic, Sungha Jung signature model. Great guitar for the money.
Can tell it’s Larry Carlton from the first sound…. He’s great and thanks for this upload. Those guys holding up their phones are clueless and are missing 3/4 of the event.
One of the last great guitarists😊...so glad l was born when l was,to experience these living legends...Praise' Larry Carlton and all of his Genius...long live Larry❤👍
I really hope he's not getting Parkinson's. There was a Sweetwater vid he did some months ago where he was really shaking pretty badly and I noticed in this video that his right hand was shaking quite a bit while he was talking. He's such an all time great and just seems like such a genuinely humble and good dude. Don't Give It Up is one of the greatest pieces of guitar mastery ever recorded!
I’m curious if he’s having any residual effects from the injuries he sustained several years ago when he was shot outside of his studio. Please correct me if I’m wrong. Regardless, Mr. Carlton’s talent is as others say better than most others on their best day
Most of NAMM musicians play a million notes a minute, just to impress with speed and technique. Larry is all about choice of notes. Because he plays from the heart.
An amazing guitarist and wonderful music along the way from sessions with Steely Dan to his Larry & Lee (Ritenour) work and so much more! Fortunate to see him play a show in St. Catharines, Ontario with his son playing bass guitar. Great memories. Thanks Larry!
Saw Larry somewhere around central Ohio back in the early '90s. He shredded on acoustic with such ease it was jaw dropping! I've loved his style ever since Steely Dan and hearing him on Christopher Cross' album.
Hey that's me! Glasses, red shirt and NAMM tag. So fortunate to be that close to Larry. That's the multi-instrumentalist, Jason Berk, who happens to be my son, stage left.
The best thing about the video is seeing the amazing blues guitar Kid Ramos appearing in the background to listen to Mr. Carlton at 02:40 to the end. Both Great!!!
Remember when he had a column in Guitar Player? He would talk about shapes and all the things that have characterized his beautiful style. Carlton, along with Metheny, Benson and others in the 70’s, have taught and inspired GENERATIONS of players a new way of expressing themselves on the guitar. Thank you,Sir!
I was there, legendary 4-sure. I saw him first in 84’, concerts by the sea in Redondo beach, front row, I could touch his shoes that close. Greg Matthiason on B3 Hammond, Abe Laboriel on bass, killer show.
It isn’t the guitar make that really matters as long as it’s adequate. The gift and quality of the music lies in the hands of a master and this is a really good example. Even with some problems and not playing for a month this man can make a guitar talk. I’ve loved your playing for a long time and have been amazed by the drawer full of nuances you incorporate in your playing. That along with the exceptional ability to craft and hear a melodic line that runs very close to the main melody without that being a straight harmony or contra punto.
An American treasure. Huge influence on so many people. Not only does he have a unique voice on guitar, but he has composed such wonderful songs for some of my favorite tv shows over the years. God bless Larry Carlton 🙏
Smile & Smiles to go !🎸
Still got it….no overdrive, no effects and only a tad of reverb. Shredders take note. F@cking Legend.
Ok but this guitar tone wouldn't sound good playing on a metal or rock song. Surfing with the Alien wouldn't sound as good with it for instance.
Agree! The art of playing guitar is all fingers, guitar and heart. Distortion is optional LOL
@@fivefingerfullprice3403speed often masks lack if musicality, that was the point. Shredders are for 13 year old audiences
Damn right brother Larry is and has been the king of taste. One of my favorites
Peace Los Angeles
Andy Timmons sensei and it shows 🔥
Larry on a bad day is way better than most of us on a good day. God bless you 🙏❤❤
Not sure he has bad days....
How about 99%+ of "us."
This isnt him at his best.
Formidable to see this guy still doing his usual magic 50 years later. He should have been honored with a 335 signature by Gibson.
There is one ES 335 Larry Carlton Signature by Gibson
@@eddiespaghetty102 yeah you are right. I didnt know the custom shop made one in a certain period of time
Gibson sucks. Dude should get a Kiesel instead
@@eddiespaghetty102i I sold a LC es-335 two years ago. a wonderful instrument.
@@buckbreaker5185 How so ? They may be overpriced these days but for a company to survive for some 120 years says something other than sucks . You may not like them but i love mine & i have two 70s Les Pauls a 74 Walnut finish SG Standard , one Flying V & a 2016 Midtown Deluxe along with several fenders & a two Martin Acoustics. I have had no troubles with any of my Gibsons & if you have a moment give a listen & leave me a comment if you think these guitars sound like crap . They do not . I'm not saying Kiesel guitars aren't great as they are & one listen to Andy James will tell you that . Larry however is not a shredder & Gibsons have been his bread & butter guitars for many a long year . No angry remarks as this is just a reply & you are more than entitled to you own views. If you wish to listen you may use the link or the green icon button . czcams.com/video/RHj04fFTrZI/video.html Hey if you have a Keisel i would love to hear it if you have any clips . Mine is an older audio recording of my own & an instrumental.
Who can forget the incredible solo in Steely Dan's Kid Charlemagne on the album The Royal Scam from 1974? I must have bought that record at least a dozen times because of the needle of my pick-up wearing out the grooves. That performance alone makes Carlton one of the Greatest Of All Times. Luv' yah, man!💗
That guitar solo is probably the best ever constructed and one of the most beautiful ever played but the list is endless. His live album at the baked potato last nite is the stuff guitar players only can dream about and as a side man, the Donald Fagen album The Night Fly shows exactly why he was for most part Donald´s guitar player of choice. Simply untouchable.
Yes, one of the best solos ever, he just cut loose & went for it!
And don't forget his work on the album AJA.
I remember the first time I heard that solo. After I had scraped by jaw off the floor I had to go investigate who this amazing guitarist was
Of course, Don't Take Me Alive Is another Larry Carlton masterpiece. Larry is one of the most musical guitar players that has ever lived and my favourite.
Worked on his guitars when I worked at Valley Arts Guitar 1987-1990. I handed him my 63 Strat at my bench and magic came out...
didn't Paul Rivera work there? or Dave Friedman? or somebody?
@@curtiseverett1671Dave worked for Andy Brauers cartage company.
Paul Was at VA from 1976 till 1979.
cool......thanks!!!! @@jaycareaga9929
Thanks for sharing.
Larry Carlton is a legend!
It an honor to know him personally as a friend for years! I never forget his Birthday and he never forgets mine ! A master my all time favorite guitarist of my generation bar none!
I love when he mentioned "Gibson Prices" ! He is soooo right !
To save money. Just buy the les paul Studio USA version. That's what I did
Don't buy the fake
@@missingremote4388 They stopped making the 335 Studio though. Gibson may have cheaper labour in Tennessee than they did back in Kalamazoo but it's nowhere near as cheap as in Indonesia.
I think he said Korea. @@IndigoJo
@@aliceborealis Sire is a Korean company but the guitars are made in Indonesia.
Gibson is about paying for the image the name brand holds. Quality is not Gibsons forte anymore.
Mr 335 is still Mr 335, just on another great guitar. Good on you Larry for supporting a new brand that more guys can afford. Gibson have shot themselves in the foot one too many times.
A good Gibson is still worth the money but you have to play a few to get one that you like.
Gibson also ran the Dobro brand into the ground.
Larry is a Legend ❤
This to me is guitar playing. So soulful. His Steely Dan work is amazing. He is brilliant.
There's a living legend right there. Been listening to Larry since his 1st album & still do. Gawd he's just so damn good. Out of all the players I listen to; he's still my #1. And I'm luvin' my Sire Tele---a total joy to play. Luv you Larry !
So many masterpiece solos by Mr. Carlton! I sure hope he is doing alright, he is an international treasure.
I noticed the shake in the right hand right off the bat. I hope he doesn't have it but something tells me he does. I can tell it's taking it's toll. He was nervous but he is still the bleeping man!!! I love LC!!
Went to see Lucinda Williams after her stroke and she could barely walk on stage with people helping her . Didnt think s h e would be able to perform. When she started singing you wouldn't think she had any health issues at all . Peter Frampton keeps going . Larry still sounds great no matter what's going on
I noticed that too.Does he have some disorder or is it just an age thing, has he mentioned anything about it?God bless him.
@@davidsheriff9274 Parkinson's
It's all about the yellow shirt.
Probably essential tremors, or who knows maybe early Parkinsons, but I think the former. Not affecting his ability one iota. Not nerves not after all these years. I have essential tremors like that in both hands. Tough to turn bacon in the pan that's for sure ;)
Larry has been my guitar hero for many years. What a treasure! Thanks for posting.
Very beautiful sound🎉Larry’s sound itself 🎉
The last few years show that time passes and it can be a bitch for players, even for ol´Larry in terms of speed or agility, but his touch is still truly incredible. He has been an inspiration and truly a heero for me for the last 40 or more years and of course no matter what life brings to me, he always will be a lifechanger and a maestro to learn from.
So yes amazing as always! Don’t know if anyone realizes the man with glasses in black kneeling doing sound and helping Larry is the amazing Rick Wheeler! Rick is a great guitar player and teacher in his own right, this was a treat as I haven’t seen him in years. ❤
its such a fantastic song!
One of my favorite songs from one of my favorite Albums, from one of my favorite people in the world. God Bless Larry!
New at my age (old!) to appreciating guitar soloists. What's the name of the album this is from, pretty please?
@@scottski51 Alone but never alone. Released in 1986 I believe.
1:36 Guy in the yellow shirt looks like his waters gonna break at any moment. Babies are so cute.
😅
My thoughts exactly....LOL
Dont retire Larry! Keep the music coming! You are one of the greats sir~! 🤟
Why shouldn't he retire if he wants to? It's his life...
As the Crusaders 70s theme : "Keep that same old feeling"
Can a musician retire his soul ? Well if one can and the passion is gone, he should. If there is no joy or love, retire...@@meself349
Larry Carlton. Wow! Thank you for the share!!
The man, the myth, the legend. Had the pleasure of meeting Larry at a music festival and he was an absolute joy to talk to and then listen to on his 335. Awesome.
I love Larry so much. An incalculable influence on guitarists. An early hero of mine. I bought a Sire H7 and it is superb. A wonderful instrument. Thank you for sharing this clip. It's great to see Larry playing his Sire. With Gratitude - John
Ce type est vraiment formidable, il ose jouer tel qu'il lui est possible de jouer et ça joue ! Quelle humilité.
Merci 🙏👍❣️
Great Respect for a Truly Legend that is Still Showing His Love for Music ... and Even his hands are Shaking when He start Play is Like everything go to normality.
It seems that larry is suffering from some kind of tremor in both hands. This has been noted about other videos from recent years and this might be one of the reasons for Larry's partial retirement. Which makes it even more impressive how good he still sounds. At 75, you constantly need to work to keep up your abilities regarding anything your muscles are involved in. So I think it's really impressive how he still comes out to play at a NAMM booth.
Maybe parkinson....?
Great to hear and see Larry Carlton here, promoting these wonderful instruments. He may be semi retired, but he's still The Daddy, so often 1st session choice of the great Steely Dan. A lovely performance, very reminiscent of some of the aforementioned popular beat combo's latest output. Nuff words! Top man. 🎶⭐👍
Great surprise! He is a really master!!
I could listen to Larry Carlton play for days on end - marvelous! What a treat....
Larry on a bad day is way better than most of us on a good day. A true Legend.
Most players makes some mistakes. Here and there sometimes.In an aseptic and cold environment such as the spit of Sire guitars,the amount of artistic inspiration cannot be on par with a live performance with fellow musicians before hundred of fans vibrating as they play.The most important thing are not mistakes,but feats and chops,and I can swear I enjoyed Larry's playing a lot
This song makes me smile!
I used my Sire H7 for the leads on over half of the songs on my last album "Highway Cruiser", it took awhile to get it into the USA because of COVID but WOW, well worth the wait: they are truly amazing guitars! Thank you Larry for your music ("Strikes Twice" is my fav LC album) and for your work to make the H7 a great reality in my world!
That was your government not covid
I understand that, but that was their excuse and I didn't want to get into politics on one of my heroes videos. @@libertywormfarm3819
Strikes Twice is awesome 🥰👍🏻😊
Larry had a regular gig in the 70s at Donte’s, a small jazz room in North Hollywood. I smuggled my Philips cassette recorder in there once in 77 and studied his licks. When I met him many years later I told him about this. His reply: “Everybody did.”
Still plays with a feel that most can only dream of, even with a serious tremor. This guy is a genuine legend.
But that tremor really seems to settle down while he’s playing. At least it appears that way.
any chance to hear this great artist is time well spent.
Great Legend. I have the H7 in See Through Red, amazing guitar.
So soulful; as always.
Beautiful music, not junk, such a great sound pleasant to hear, reminds me of KHIGH radio back in the 90's 2000's time period
Hey Larry, you are still one of the best
Greetings from Neal in New York
A true master……!!! BEAUTIFUL 😘
This is the “MAN”- this genre of music I melted into in the 80’s, along with all the other great’s that made it soar- This man never has let any tune slip- just keeps us all thrilled; thanks for the wonderful memories. Sincerely grateful for everything he has done for jazz.Michigan admiration company.
Happy Birthday - Larry
My birthday is March 2nd too !
Virtuoso Guitarist -
Incredible person !
God bless
😀🏆👍
I wish I was that rusty when I don't miss a month of playing! Good to hear you again.
After all these years of being who he is, he still gets nervous... human! Incredible player and legend!
How do
You know he was nervous?
@@robfirestone6158 look at his hands shaking at the beginning. Might have a condition we're not aware of. But as a performer, to me looks like stage fright. I've had it before and never even noticed until someone mentioned it lol.
Yes, there is definitely a problem, age will not spare anyone@@stelliumeleven2889
looks more like a medical condition to me. I hope he's ok.
@@robfirestone6158 I'm afraid it's the beginning of Parkinson.
Only just heard of Larry Carlton over the last couple of years lol. But have obviously heard him many times. Awesome guitarist and awesome guitars. I own a Sire acoustic, Sungha Jung signature model. Great guitar for the money.
ALWAYS have been and ALWAYS will be one of my favorite heros!🎸
Thank you Larry for the years of inspiration and joy!
Larry Legend.
Can tell it’s Larry Carlton from the first sound…. He’s great and thanks for this upload.
Those guys holding up their phones are clueless and are missing 3/4 of the event.
One of the last great guitarists😊...so glad l was born when l was,to experience these living legends...Praise' Larry Carlton and all of his Genius...long live Larry❤👍
Great i have seen him twice in the Nertherlands at eh Northsea festvial. And he gave me his plectrum
I really hope he's not getting Parkinson's. There was a Sweetwater vid he did some months ago where he was really shaking pretty badly and I noticed in this video that his right hand was shaking quite a bit while he was talking. He's such an all time great and just seems like such a genuinely humble and good dude. Don't Give It Up is one of the greatest pieces of guitar mastery ever recorded!
Hopefully what's known as just an "essential tremor", completely benign except for the shaking.
I’m curious if he’s having any residual effects from the injuries he sustained several years ago when he was shot outside of his studio. Please correct me if I’m wrong. Regardless, Mr. Carlton’s talent is as others say better than most others on their best day
@@donbebell9109 He was shot in the neck and lost one of his vocal cords, which is why he no longer sings and you can hear he struggles with his voice.
One of the greats and a joy to hear Larry play ... Put a smile on my face!
thanks Larry for all your work and great music..Great Sire Guitars too...
His playing on the Michael Franks album "Sleeping Gypsy" in 1976 was life changing and life enhancing. Great to see him still in the groove.
And on The Art of Tea 👌
Most of NAMM musicians play a million notes a minute, just to impress with speed and technique. Larry is all about choice of notes. Because he plays from the heart.
What a beautiful looking instrument.
When i attended GIT in 1981, Larry Carlton was doing clinics all the time..what a giant and always that sweet and melodic soulful playing.A legend!.
Breezing, always sounds like spring, with everything good and beautiful- What a fantastic man.
He really warmed up fast!
Larry still has his unique sound perfect touch all in the hands.
So sweet. Big respect & thanks. The guitar looks and sounds great.
An amazing guitarist and wonderful music along the way from sessions with Steely Dan to his Larry & Lee (Ritenour) work and so much more! Fortunate to see him play a show in St. Catharines, Ontario with his son playing bass guitar. Great memories. Thanks Larry!
People meandering around the show when THE legend is playing!!
...and douchebag sales guy finding necessary to talk to his colleague while LC is playing. Pretty weak stuff.
I know.... No respect 😂
Saw Larry somewhere around central Ohio back in the early '90s. He shredded on acoustic with such ease it was jaw dropping! I've loved his style ever since Steely Dan and hearing him on Christopher Cross' album.
The sound is great on this post, really nice capture
Makes it look so easy. A true guitar great. Thanks for posting !!
My favorite of all times and my inspiration for playing guitar. Very glad I have seen him live in 2013 in The Netherlands.
Such a great guitar player! Larry could make any guitar sound great. As he does here.
Hey that's me! Glasses, red shirt and NAMM tag. So fortunate to be that close to Larry. That's the multi-instrumentalist, Jason Berk, who happens to be my son, stage left.
The best thing about the video is seeing the amazing blues guitar Kid Ramos appearing in the background to listen to Mr. Carlton at 02:40 to the end. Both Great!!!
Lovely video. Thanks for posting. It demystifies some of his technique while showing how easily the magic comes to him, despite his semi-retirement.
Check out the delicateness of his touch on Michael Franks, Long Slow Distance. Exquisite.
Larry's playing on Amelia and Help Me (both by Joni Mitchell) was absolutely sublime!
He sounds really good an inspiration to me I'm 62
ALWAYS AWESOME ❤❤❤😁❤❤❤
Amazing!!!! Simply Amazing!!!!
Pure talent, so good for the soul, absolutely amazing
I’ve always loved Larry’s guitar work!
The BEST!
Thank You anh oi. Dep lam.
Thanks for posting these Larry Carlton videos @Trung Nighĩa Guitar !
loved him for a very long time !
Great timing and musical style..🤓🤘
HE sounds so good off the rip . feels amazing
An amazing song, guitarist and instrument come together to create magic!
Larry sounds like Larry even without expensive guitar and amps. Brilliant my hero.
getting old but larry is still larry, style remains, so cool
Simply beautiful.
Love you Larry 🙂
Remember when he had a column in Guitar Player? He would talk about shapes and all the things that have characterized his beautiful style. Carlton, along with Metheny, Benson and others in the 70’s, have taught and inspired GENERATIONS of players a new way of expressing themselves on the guitar. Thank you,Sir!
So nice of Raul Smead Pith to help a competitor, even if it’s a legend!
Just beautiful.
I was there, legendary 4-sure. I saw him first in 84’, concerts by the sea in Redondo beach, front row, I could touch his shoes that close. Greg Matthiason on B3 Hammond, Abe Laboriel on bass, killer show.
Thank God we still have Larry Carlton 👏👍🙏
Awesome player and musician. I've seen him live at few meters and was an incredible experience. So inspirational!
It isn’t the guitar make that really matters as long as it’s adequate. The gift and quality of the music lies in the hands of a master and this is a really good example. Even with some problems and not playing for a month this man can make a guitar talk. I’ve loved your playing for a long time and have been amazed by the drawer full of nuances you incorporate in your playing. That along with the exceptional ability to craft and hear a melodic line that runs very close to the main melody without that being a straight harmony or contra punto.
I'm not a guitar player but yeah it's obvious when a legend can even pick up a cheap guitar and you know who it is.