Awesome playing!!!!!!

Great guitar work!

12-31-24 Just watched, the D-28 wins. Six years ago I sold my 1976 D-28, the only thing I've ever sold and made money. Augestino in Clearwater, Fl. replaced the saddle, bridge, pick guard, some frets in 1990. What a great guitar. Yes I miss it.

The Alvarez is definitely brighter but probably is mainly because of the difference in the wood. It sounds awesome especially for 2k less

They’re both wonderful, but I own a D35 and prefer it.

Low level my butt. Sir you’re very humble but dang you are extremely good.

Nice Playing- Nice sound/ I also picked up one and love 💕 it and the IBG J-45

Awesome.

DID SOMEONE SAY BANJO!!!

Its not a pretty guitar, but you sure can play

U got my vote ur cute too 😻

I’m always interested in D35 videos. (own a 35 and a 000-28) Dude! Smiling is allowed! 2:55 - 6:55 😊🎸🎶😊

Hello. I have heard your excellent performance on guitar. Can you tell me the titles of the pieces?

Some nice playing!

My older brother gave me his MD60 because it was too difficult to play and I agree, it's a beautiful guitar, it has a much brighter sound and not as warm as a Martin but it's just a beast to play or at least the one I got is, action is really tight from that angled headstock and its just not a comfortable or enjoyable playing guitar.

Alvarez sounds like it has new strings. Martin sounds warmer. Thanks!!

Great player. I especially liked the Bluegrass at the end.

I love my Epiphone inspired by Gibson j45

Subscribed my friend! Thank you for your excellent playing and clear, clean comparison.

Thanks for this, superb comparison 🍻👍

Thank you for making this! I’ve had my finger on the trigger for this guitar and you more than convinced me it’s a solid purchase!

Both sound great! Does the 35 have scalloped bracing too? Your HD-28 has the advantage of 20+ more years. Thanks for clearing some dust

Beautiful pickin!!! Blessings to you and your family!! Bob

I have an 82 Alvarez 5041. Doesn't have a high appraisal, but it sounds great.

The Alvarez is full of mid range overtones Which act like a kind of accompaniment For s solo player. I love that The Martin May have more clarity in a group Setting

Dang dude. The tone is phenom and your a great player. Great review.

You are very talented Sir!

Both are great guitars, I pick the Martin but the Alvarez sounds great for the price. You play them both very well, I would love to play that good one day, keep it going!

Nice comparison video and nice playing 👍👍

I want to get a new guitar and not go over $1000. Not sure. This Alvarez looks better than the Martin 10 series

Woooooooow man, such a tasty flow of music ! What amp did you use to make that sweet tone? Greetings from Italy!

hd28 sounds older thefore better

I definitely prefer the Martin's sound. Seemed richer, fuller and clear as a bell. The Alverez did sound good...but that has something to do with the player too. Thanks for the comparison video.

Exceptional guitar playing by a humble Man ! Thank you for your video comparing these two Martin guitars. I just played these two models 2 weeks ago. I liked each. Johnny Cash liked the D-35 and the music he made on his D-35 is legendary. His Black signature Martin is $5300.00 I played that guitar too. It all come's down to your individual preference, need, and style on which guitar to choose ? I lean toward the D-35 so far, but I am a rookie player. Thank you for your fine video Sir !

Beautiful playing! I have a HD28 and just bought an Alvarez MD80 12 string to mess around with. I love when people try different brands of guitars for bluegrass. Each of us has a sound that we are trying to portray, it's important to have the guitar that helps you express that. When I first started playing bluegrass guitar back in 1978, I had a Bozo' guitar. It had a big backend and was full of fancy inlays. I did win a local flatpicking contest as a beginner with that guitar. I had two choices of what to play, one song with lots of picking (Hucklberry Hornpipe) and another with lots of rhythm with hammer ons and pull offs (Continental Cupshot- my guitar teacher's original). I chose the 2nd song cause I thought it had more "feel" to it. I guess it paid off. I am amazed at the sound of the Alvarez, but both sound great when well played. Thanks for the demo!

Ya sure do pick really nice... and love your style! I just subscribed!!!

I own a hot rodded 74 d28 and just ordered a d35 reimagined.. thanks for the video.

Wait 20 years then compare the two,....

Which brand strings and size are you using

Just checked out a Boucher.. Ordered one.

Have both, Alvarez is a steal. Think I paid 550.00 on Line....HD-28 3499.00. Different tones, Certainly the Martin, is a better sound. To My ears. Prices have gone way up!

The Alvarez sounds great, but then the Marin comes in and is just beyond, fantastic with more in every way to my ears.

Alvarez makes better below $1000 Martins than Martin does.

Brother you are definitely a master picker

I'm going to buy either a 60 or 70 Not exactly sure which one I play every style and gig around 8 times a week. I'm sold on all the reviews I've seen and heard. Nowhere around me has them to play so what's your opinion Keep picking you're a badass !!!!! And keep the videos coming

Can confirm that this guitar is insanely good, not just for the money but at any price point. Also your playing is unreal.

You’re paying for the name if you buy the Martin. A lot of people want the Martin, Taylor, etc. on their headstock, and make no mistake, they still make beautiful instruments imo, but if you sleep on Yamaha, Alvarez, and a few others, you’re missing out on one hell of a bang for your buck when you compare sound/build quality over price.

Nice guitar and playing. I held that guitar at their store in Nashville and have wanted one since.

i wonder how the rosewood Alvarez would stand up to the Martin?

I traded my D35 for a HD28 1935 Sunburst, and I love the HD28 1935.