1938 1934 1930 1912 Martin 00028 OM28 D18 Acoustic Guitars - THE GEORGE GRUHN ® GUITAR SHOW (S3)

Gruhn Season 3 Continues! In this brand new episode, George describes four (4) highly sought after & important models made by the iconic Martin Guitar Co.: 1) a 1912 Martin 00028, 2) a 1930 Martin OM28, 3) a 1934 Martin 00028 & 4) a 1938 Martin D18.
Each of these instruments were incredibly important in the production and development of the entire Martin guitar line as George discusses in this episode.
In addition, George describes some of the impacts to the vintage guitar business due to the Lacey Act & CITES government regulations on endangered species pertaining to guitars.
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[@boydbc]

This is why visiting Gruhn Guitars in person is on my bucket list!

[@chicagochris1988]

amazing guitars ! thank you for sharing them with us!

[@blessedwithchallenges9917]

History in person. Thanks Gruhn.

[@friscochirinos]

Wonderful man, wonderful martins

[@mikemorrisonmusic]

Truly iconic guitars!

[@TMNTV]

+Mike Morrison Truly! Thanks for Watching & for Your Comment!

[@terrymclarty8966]

The d18 is magnificent.

[@Magnum_Opus_Music]

wish the camera mic was of the same quality of the Martin guitars

[@mragunathan1627]

hes got a lapel mic on so im surprised at how crap the sound actually is

[@davidwachter7547]

would it have taken long to tune these guitars and do a sound check on Mr. Gruhn?

[@isaactipton5499]

I actually got to play that '38 d-18 a few years back right after Gruhn got it in the store. That was hands down the best guitar I have ever played. That's saying something seeing as how I played almost every guitar in the store. While I was there I also played a '37 d-28 herringbone with a 90k price tag, and the '38 d-18 was better.

[@dawnkirkbride6466]

I just knew that guitar would sound the best.

[@el34glo59]

Yep. Every 35 or 38 d18 I've heard on youtube haa been absolutely unbelievable. Just magic

[@gordonbrace2173]

I bought a Washburn guitar around the year 1992.I still have it .Its a 14 fretter..I can't remember the exact model,,I think it was D9.It has a similar back inlay like an arrow just like the Martin guitars in this video.

[@Woggajones]

I agree with the comment regarding the "banjo" sound and a lot of that might be down to the room and how it was recorded, giving a very bright almost "maple" type effect. I still prefer the sound of my 2013 Martin OM21 but I am biased in it's favour.

[@tysonrinker5958]

I love these videos. I love the history of guitars. I love Martin's, gibsons, fenders. I just got a new 60s strat yesterday! I'm so excited. 3 tone, mint pickguard. I love listening to george hes a walking history lesson on guitars.

[@TMNTV]

Thanks, Tyson. You should make a trip.to Nashville to visit George's store (Gruhn's Guitars) & meet George. Thanks for Watching. Sincerely, Russ Gaines, Founder (The Musician Network)

[@albertbarinque8974]

Honestly a side from the quality of sound these guitars could produce, what makes it more valuable and expensive is the history behind it. And try to consider we dont have aged trees as much as before.

[@Freedom89984]

Great sandals

[@TOPSOULS]

Buen vídeo, LIKE Y SUS !!!!!

[@matthewmartin7639]

I'm personally partial to Martin's (and not just because of my last name!) Other companies make great acoustics which I love...but when you hear a Martin you know it.

[@TMNTV]

Matthew Martin Matthew, Thanks for Watching & for Your Comment! And, yes.....you are correct, Martin's have that 'old-school-straight-up-woody-tone" and the Taylor's etc (newer brands) have that "bright-super-glassy-pro-sheen-tone".....you know? What do you think about other brands? TMNtv

[@matthewmartin7639]

THE MUSICIAN NETWORK (TMNtv) I think that all companies make great guitars for the right player. I personally own an original 1972 Martin D-18 and a 2010 black Takamine guitar (forgot the model but around the 12-1,500 $ range) and several other guitars as well. I personally like the Martin better but the Takamine certainly holds its own. However, it does have a distinct "tinny" sound that older guitars simply don't have. It all depends on what kind of sound you are looking for and how dear your bank account is to you haha.

[@joshofofw945]

He's a walking guitar ecyclopedia

[@edyue1]

How about that D-45 in the background, would like to hear that thing roar. But I guess this 3 yr old video probably has that one sold.

[@Yaketyyak21]

Does he have any new guitars..

[@gibby6904]

These are all great guitars but I think the ones they are building now sound and play incredibly and at a fraction of the price....intonation is much better....playability.....and even sometimes sound....if I had the money I would buy 10 great new guitars over one of these....just my opinion if course....to each his own....yes these are wonderful guitars....

[@BaktaBak3]

Agree !

[@marksizemore4070]

I wonder what would happen if a blind type of study was done to compare Older Martins like these against some of the newer tone enhanced ones. Put people behind closed doors & evaluate different guitars...! My ear is not as keen as those of the industry icons, but I just wonder if there has ever been any blind testing or even electronic measuring to show a true measured difference in older verses new. Yeah, I know what the industry says. But......? Please, you hardliners take it easy on me! I'm just the kid who likes to see the inside of a engine, rather than take someone's word about what's inside. If we can hear a difference, then we should be able to measure it. Right / Wrong?

[@messmer777]

They've done that with violins and new violins beat the pants off of Stratavarius.

[@SeverSTL]

What does 12 fret mean?

[@rich2419]

12 frets from the nut to the body of the guitar...

[@sharky4310]

I'd like to spend around 30,000 or so on a nice guitar ,what should I get?

[@jackhammer8439]

Is that a serious question?

[@cornbobrimlove7892]

A brain......You should get a brain.....

[@MtnLiner]

I’d go with Olsen but, it depends on your playing style. There are a few high end brands that will build to suit.

[@JerryRiceBall]

Georgie boy really likes his ivory huh. 🐘 save the elephants 🐘

[@gastonflatulenza1276]

Yes, and play with Blue Chip picks instead of turtle shell! I have a guitar built by luthier Kipp Krusa (check out his website) that has fossilized woolly mammoth tusk for the nut, saddle, and bridge pins. I look at it and think, "20,000 years ago a big furry elephant was digging up grass with this!"

[@mikebottiaux5850]

Martins were built to last!

[@stevetessier6568]

It's kind of sad, that vintage guitars such as these Martin's.Became such that only Captains of Industry, Physicians and Lawyers can afford to purchase them.

[@phillippasteur3904]

Yes, the collectors/investors have ruined it for us musicians.

[@Magnum_Opus_Music]

yess sir

[@BaktaBak3]

Appreciate the video, wonderful history and respect how these guitars have survived. Aside from being way out of reach to purchase one, I still prefer a newer guitar over an old / very old guitar. Also, is it me ,.... or do all these old guitars sound somewhat like a "banjo" ??? .....not that there's anything wrong with that . LOL ! ! Anyway, thanks for posting the video. Was very informative. :-)

[@phillippasteur3904]

You're exactly right about the banjo tone, lol! The repaired one was the most banjo like.

[@janellejoypicard6761]

Have you ever heard a banjo...? Sound is subjective as George mentioned, but as silver is the best conductor of heat and electricity so the woods used in those old guitars are the best conveyors of sound which is why they are expensive. Collectors desire them because to own something that is no longer acquirable is the very essence of being a collector.

[@DanDDirges]

Your either a fan of Coke or Pepsi. Chevy or Ford. Gibson or Martin. I like the Gibsons better mainly because the have a more diverse selection of instruments. Martin basically just builds flattop guitars. Albeit good ones.

[@TMNTV]

Well Said, Dan. Thanks very much for watching & for your comment. Please make sure to Subscribe, if you haven't already, and Stay Tuned for Much More to Come! Sincerely, The Musician Network (TMNtv)

[@rickyjoeshippyful]

I'm sure George is a great guy, I'm going to visit his shop in late spring, but i have always thought he speaks a bit slowly and over articulates words carefully. I knew a guy from Oklahoma that spoke that way, and I believe it is to deliberately obscure his accent and sounds terribly contrived. I can't imagine going through life having to be so mindful of every word I spoke just to sound so affected. Also I didn't know he even played the guitar. Well I hope I get to see him when I go to the shop, like I said, I'm sure he is a great guy.

[@pilgrimMj]

I'm here to whine about jewelry and a lack of playing. Just kidding! Really appreciate this.

[@TMNTV]

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[@MtnLiner]

This or that Rolex Daytona?

[@terryfarrell1757]

K loop

[@marksc1929]

...sadly ...those guitars get played very seldom.....if any.....only the wealthy can play the game.

[@nathangolliher2776]

The guitars at our shop are constantly being played up until the day they are sold.

[@larrythecomputerguy]

Sell one of those crappy electrics behind you and buy a decent microphone and hire someone to set it up for you! Terrible sound quality! ALSO...please tune the damn things!

[@235buz]

Overrated and overpriced. Being old doesn't make it sound good.

[@Yaketyyak21]

Those guitars with ivory should be destroyed...

[@terryfarrell1757]

K loop