THE RIGHT MARTIN GUITAR FOR YOU! - WHICH ONE SHOULD YOU CHOOSE?

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Alamo Music Center

Alamo Music Center

Күн бұрын

Martin Guitars offers a wide array of acoustic guitars to fit any playing style and budget but sometimes have selection makes it difficult when making a decision. Which guitar should I get? Which series is the best one? Can I afford the one I want. And the biggest question of all.... will I regret my purchase. Our goal is to give you some guidance from a high level overview of Martin guitars tiers and how to go about choose the right one for you. No one wants buyers remorse so after the video follow the link for expert advice on picking the guitar of you dreams!
Play A Note, Change Your Life!
*Martin X Series 1:30
*Martin Road Series 3:48
*Martin 15 Series, Made in the USA 5:48
*Playing Demo 8:35
*Recap 15:45
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@rosslynemrys5829
@rosslynemrys5829 4 жыл бұрын
I purchased a 00015sm because of one of your videos and it is my take everywhere guitar, to lessons, friends houses, front porch, it sounds great, easy action.
@AlamoMusic
@AlamoMusic 4 жыл бұрын
So glad that we could help you find a guitar you liked!
@ed_music1834
@ed_music1834 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for this presentation Chris. My first Martin was a DCX1E and I must say it was a great instrument. I had a lot of good memories with it and there came a time that I had to change it because there is just a difference with an all-solid wood guitar hence me getting the DRS1. The Road Series is such an great line for Martin as it gave us players an affordable option to get an all-solid Martin.
@AlamoMusic
@AlamoMusic 4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing and for watching!
@sonnybarry
@sonnybarry 4 жыл бұрын
The 15m out classes the Road and X series easily. I have four Martins, an X and a 15m among them and Martin prices them appropriately. They know what they are creating. I love my DXM. It's bulletproof and sounds great, but my 00-15m is by far superior. I've had the X for years. It's what I could afford. When I could afford to go up in class I bought my 15m. The X is not a Road Series, the Road Series is not a 15m, and the 15m is not an 18 or 28 or 45 etc, etc. Enjoy what you have!
@regperatrovich9406
@regperatrovich9406 5 ай бұрын
At my local music store here in Anchorage Alaska, I was able to play a D-18, D-28, HD-28, D-35, and a D-45. I was able to buy any of them I wanted (thankfully). I wanted deep bass that sounded like a freight train. I ended up with the D-18.
@kking9184
@kking9184 2 ай бұрын
I went to a shop to try both the 000-10e and 000-15. While the 15 was light and nice to play. The 000-10e was heavier but sounded very nice too, very nice rich tone from the sapele, exactly what i was after, it also had a pickup, a built in tuner (the 15 did not)... it was €1000... the 15 was €2000. I left with the 10e... absolutely no regrets.
@752brickie
@752brickie 4 жыл бұрын
A good friend of mine bought a used X series Dread and he is now playing it more than his better Martin Cherry Dread which was absolutely AMAZING !
@festushaggen2563
@festushaggen2563 3 жыл бұрын
The one I can afford is the right one. Jokes aside, I just bought the D-X2E. I wasn’t even looking to buy another acoustic (my other being a Yamaha) but I picked it up at my local music store, played it and couldn’t leave without it. It was $599 and included a very nice gig bag. I know it isn’t considered high end but it’s high end for me. It certainly sounds and feels like it too.
@fivecitydirttracker4776
@fivecitydirttracker4776 2 жыл бұрын
Trucker_Pete I have a similar story to my D-X What I truly enjoy is I can take my Martin to the beach, camping or wherever I think I'm gonna have the urge to play AND I don't need to baby or be anal about using it for mine and others listening enjoyment. That's the greatness to me of the D-X. The solid wood guitars can stay at home now and will definitely last and look great on through their playing days. ✌️
@DontLookBehindYou1
@DontLookBehindYou1 Жыл бұрын
I want the one he's holding... Been eyeing it for a while... I go to guitar center like Wayne's World to remind me to keep saving
@ryanhanson9448
@ryanhanson9448 4 жыл бұрын
I would like to watch something like this comparing all the American martin series. what's the difference between the 15, 16, 17 and 18 series? thanks for the videos
@blendi3825
@blendi3825 4 жыл бұрын
The right Martin for me will be one with solid mohogany top for £300
@martinjensen4370
@martinjensen4370 Ай бұрын
Is it possible to buy from you if one lives in Denmark ☺️
@negrocienfuegos
@negrocienfuegos 2 жыл бұрын
Just the video I needed
@imannonymous7707
@imannonymous7707 5 жыл бұрын
Without watching a second of this vid. And having bought a martin that became discontinued ..this is my perspective..... A martin guitar is an investment, it will retain its value and you can leave it to your kids, etc. BUT if you try to save money by buying cost effective budget models or revolutionary ideas....you wont. The d 18 28 45 the om the 000 42 , the classic models made in america in general Thats where the smart money is and they wont be cheap , count on that....im sorry but thats my experience....hope it helps someone
@imannonymous7707
@imannonymous7707 5 жыл бұрын
Half of these budget models will become obsolete , it happened to me . And yeah its a great guitar but there are plenty of brands as good....spend your money intelligently ..if u want a budget guitar theres a ton of great brands...i still love martins wished someone had told me this
@chiefkikyerass7188
@chiefkikyerass7188 2 жыл бұрын
I own a Martin 000-DCX...it eats Taylor's and S%$@ Gibsons..with custom lights watch out..amazing value
@GarryWan666
@GarryWan666 5 жыл бұрын
*This video is sponsored by Martin Guitars…..
@AlamoMusic
@AlamoMusic 5 жыл бұрын
Hey if Martin wants to give us some money that would be awesome. Typically we just give them money. ;) -Chris
@AlamoMusic
@AlamoMusic 5 жыл бұрын
We review what we carry. Difficult to review guitars we don't have access to but I'm open to working with various companies. - Chris
@sc12100
@sc12100 5 жыл бұрын
Stop with the click bait titles. You are reviewing a couple guitars, not talking about your topic/title. Love the channel though !
@buskingbetty7135
@buskingbetty7135 5 жыл бұрын
If you love the channel you might like a nice T-shirt ! :-)
@williamalamowassupitswill2766
@williamalamowassupitswill2766 5 жыл бұрын
I'm new here but my last name is Alamo
@davesstillhere
@davesstillhere 3 жыл бұрын
Listening to that 000-15, I kept forgetting I can barely afford a Road Series.
@musicdude1546
@musicdude1546 3 жыл бұрын
Haha l same
@nicolen.9642
@nicolen.9642 5 жыл бұрын
I got the ooo-15m. I love it! Sweet babe...great for the blues, strumming, or finger picking 👍👍👍🎵!
@buskingbetty7135
@buskingbetty7135 5 жыл бұрын
We are very fortunate to have (all brands) make wonderful guitars at all price points. All sound great !
@hapshan
@hapshan 5 жыл бұрын
Had the 000RS1 and now the 15M. 15M is much more resonant and dry-wood sounding. the 000RS1 was very sweet sounding and had beautiful harmonics. both are great
@jdog_unchained8098
@jdog_unchained8098 2 жыл бұрын
Had a 000-15M but had to sell it. Probably the best sounding guitar I've ever owned and really easy to play
@davidwonpu353
@davidwonpu353 3 жыл бұрын
Just bought my first Martin, a 000-15m, because of your videos. Best acoustic guitar videos around!
@jasonp865
@jasonp865 5 жыл бұрын
Another outstanding video, Chris. Very informative. I will be checking out the merchandise.
@EJ4u
@EJ4u 5 жыл бұрын
Thank you ! I love this video! You made it easy for me to make a selection 🌟 000 15 m
@johnnydee5658
@johnnydee5658 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you Chris for the most helpful and insightful video on the RS1 and 15m. I currently own a RS1 and I really love it. Thinking / dreaming of a 15m though ;-) Sadly Martin guitars are more expensive in The Netherlands. Currently $1 = € 0.9. So you would expect a $1200 Martin to be around €1080, but in fact in The Netherlands expect to pay a whopping €1800 ($1990) ... Still .... one day maybe ;-)
@larryadams1873
@larryadams1873 5 жыл бұрын
Great video sir! The way you compared each guitar let their natural voice come through. I own a OOORS1 and I love it. I’ve played electric for nearly 40 yrs and in recent times started playing acoustic. I couldn’t see spending $1200 or more so I went “middle of the road”. I’m gonna upgrade to the Grover open gear tuners soon. I like the vintage vibe of them better. As far as tone and playability are concerned the OOORS1 is killer.
@Mike-zm8pm
@Mike-zm8pm 5 жыл бұрын
Awesome rundown and I think you nailed it. I have to tell you, your YT channel was key in helping me drill down to the the right guitar purchase recently. Ultimately ended up with a pre-owned Martin (DSS-17), but overall helped me tremendously in understanding the similarities & differences in the different manufacturers & models.
@arnieXD
@arnieXD 3 жыл бұрын
it serves a very particular purpose particularly if your planning to purchase... Just had to type that one out
@whimpypatrol5503
@whimpypatrol5503 3 жыл бұрын
How is it Mr Guthrie of the Oaklahoma depression dust-bowl and rags era could afford a real Martin guitar that would cost tens of thousands of dollars if made today?
@CarlandGrace
@CarlandGrace Ай бұрын
I’ve owned a D10E. Phenomenal guitar. Upgraded to D18 this year. My dream guitar. Also picked up a used 000-16 street master. Very special guitar with extremely rich sound!! Everyone comments how great it sounds and it’s very easy to play, possibly the best value Martin has today in its lineup
@mariozamprogno1654
@mariozamprogno1654 5 жыл бұрын
Greetings from Vancouver British Columbia Canada I watch your show all the time absolutely love it as a question to my Martin because of affordability but still a great quality little guitar made in Mexico the dreadnaught Junior I absolutely love it
@dennism7191
@dennism7191 4 жыл бұрын
I have played for years but actually very little. I have an import Carvin Cobalt jumbo made in Korea. It is big but fairly easy to play. I just don’t know enough to make an educated decision on an upgrade now that I am back in the game. Need more education, so I am watching as many of your videos as I can find.
@AlamoMusic
@AlamoMusic 4 жыл бұрын
Well we hope it helps!
@jasonmcmillan4373
@jasonmcmillan4373 5 ай бұрын
The X series all have a 'spruce top, mahogany sides' classic sound, so they sound more balanced & less bass heavy, even when they look just like an all mahogany 15. A laminate guitar does the job for any amateur guitarist and they are superior to solid wood guitars from a durability stand point. If you want to take a guitar camping, play around the fire, not baby it all the time, the Martin X series is the guitar for you. The 15, of course, sounds the best. You do get what you pay for. I may be able to get one soon if I pay it off. It will be my first solid acoustic, but I will be trying to source a solid case for it. It disappoints me that you only get a gig bag with them now, no matter how plush it might be. Solid body guitars need protection! The 15 & the road series are much, much closer together in the way they sound than I would have ever expected. That to me makes the Road series the most sensible choice by a long way. By far and away the best value for money. If you can get over the Sapele having that streaky look, and the few other minor details like white plastic bridge pins instead of ebony ones, than you can get a solid Martin guitar that sounds damn near as good as a 15 for way less money. I may even get one of these instead of a 15. Great guitar.
@nik1954
@nik1954 3 ай бұрын
I just bought a Martin D-10e all sapele and pick up and tuner. Under 800 on sale at Sam ash debacle. Perfect sounds between bass and treble lightweight durable love it.
@bretjackson8093
@bretjackson8093 5 жыл бұрын
If only Martin catered for the working man who happens to be a fingerstylist. To get a Martin with a 1.75" nut width and a rosewood fingerboard you have to go to the expensive guitars. Shame. A Martin with laminate back and sides, solid top, x scalloped bracing and a rosewood fingerboard with a 1.75" nut for less than a £1000 would be great. But no. They don't think about that. Richlite fingerboard with 1 11/16 is all that's on offer. Taylor are just as bad. As with everything else in this world - you need money! Love your channel though. Great vid.
@ahighervibe4086
@ahighervibe4086 4 жыл бұрын
These have the narrower nuts? Bummer!
@danielallen7384
@danielallen7384 2 жыл бұрын
Lmao he even said it. "If you cant afford a Martin buy a X series". Like a x series isnt a Martin. I owned a x series Martin a few years back. Those are really great sounding guitars. And i personally feel you wont buy another brand guitar that sounds that good for that price. I just bought a D-28 yesterday and i cant wait for it to arrive. Its my first true Martin. Ive never played a Martin outside the x series i had. So based off that im sure the D-28 is going to sound even better. I started to go with a D-18 but i really wanted rosewood back and sides.
@sixwheelcarlisle8491
@sixwheelcarlisle8491 2 жыл бұрын
So if you can finance any of them, but have imperfect temp changes like Pennsylvania (north east weather) and you play for yourself and want something that can handle alittle neglect, what would you get? I feel like I love the idea of all solid wood, but the hpl stuff might hold up better? 🤔🤷🏻‍♂️
@stringman509
@stringman509 Жыл бұрын
What is the best martain for 1,500 pounds sterling for using a pick some advice please Colin uk
@mick_d
@mick_d Жыл бұрын
I bought a cut-away GPC 11E. Lowered the saddle a hair and adjusted the neck rod and it plays amazingly. I love Martin guitars.
@warmonger9100
@warmonger9100 5 жыл бұрын
I picked up the 000RS1 and love it. There was a difference between the 15m and the RS1. I don't think it's construction but a slightly better tone wood.
@AlamoMusic
@AlamoMusic 5 жыл бұрын
I think there is a construction difference to them. The neck joint for one is different but the 000-15M is a lot lighter. - Chris
@warmonger9100
@warmonger9100 5 жыл бұрын
@@AlamoMusic thank you! I could tell there was a difference but I don't have the experience to know what. For the past three months, not knowing the difference, has been bothering me.
@michaelimhof488
@michaelimhof488 4 жыл бұрын
OM-42. If you have the bucks I guess that one might hit home most closely to can-do-all excellently :D
@timbutton5852
@timbutton5852 2 жыл бұрын
I went into a guitar shop thinking I was trying to decide between $500 guitars and the sales guy handed me a OOO-15M and aaaah it's so nice. If I didn't know I would have been happy.
@davidruddell
@davidruddell 5 жыл бұрын
Great video Chris! I’d like to point out that the 000-RS1 I believe has been “replaced” with the 000-10E which is practically the same guitar except the model number is more in line with the rest of Martin guitars and the pickup is what they’re calling a Fishman MX-T. I’m not sure if that’s supposed to be better or worse
@AlamoMusic
@AlamoMusic 5 жыл бұрын
It is the same pickup with a new tuner is my understanding. - Chris
@joem9987
@joem9987 4 жыл бұрын
I just purchased the Road Series D10E Sapele and it's worth every penny. Wonderful sounding guitar and priced right. Homerun Martin!
@edub1170
@edub1170 4 жыл бұрын
I bought the same guitar recently. I’m totally obsessed with it - best decision ever. Beautiful instrument Martin quality and sound
@jdal1105
@jdal1105 3 жыл бұрын
Me too love it!
@nik1954
@nik1954 3 ай бұрын
I just bought it under $800 at the Sam ash nightmare
@3cardmonty602
@3cardmonty602 5 жыл бұрын
Chris - is the 000RS1 the same guitar as the GPRS1? The only difference that I see in the specs is that the GPRS1 has a wider nut - 1.75” vs 000RS1 1.69”. Otherwise it’s the same darn guitar. I prefer the GPRS1 1.75” Width since I’m getting older and with health issues that effect my joints, I actually find playing a wider neck to be easier on my fingers.
@AlamoMusic
@AlamoMusic 5 жыл бұрын
The GPRS1 is a larger body size. More like a Grand Auditorium. It was recently updated as the 000-10e which has a bag instead of a case. We have some of the last 000RS1 models left in stock. -Chris
@j.artdelgado6624
@j.artdelgado6624 5 жыл бұрын
How does the size of the GPRS1 Grand Auditorium compare to a DRS2 Dreadnought? About the same size? Or is one smaller? Thanks for the review!
@ThisIsPatRyan
@ThisIsPatRyan 4 жыл бұрын
I recently purchased a Martin OMC 15ME street master for 1k. Made out of Nazareth PA. Whats the true difference between the American Martins and the ones made out of Mexico. Martin states there is no difference of course as quality is the same but able to save the consumer money. However, if it saves the consumer money and the quality is the same why are they not make the 15 series and so forth in Mexico also. The quality in the USA has to be better then Mexico but then again I am not a professional. What is the true difference can anyone with the knowledge let me know. Thanx.
@geol3713
@geol3713 4 жыл бұрын
You should check out acousticguitarforum . Com. I have a Martin GPCRSGT that’s also made in USA. There’s a lot of ppl on the forum saying they have road series that are made in Nazareth and some are made in Mexico. From the research I’ve done on mine no one really noticed any building differences or mistakes
@timothyalexander566
@timothyalexander566 3 жыл бұрын
Hello from Penticton, British Columbia, Canada 🇨🇦. Always great videos and info, advice. Appreciate your honesty. I love the Martins, Taylors etc but am I right in saying that I can get a great guitar in Yamaha for a better price? I'm in the market and know what I want, cut away with a decent pickup and a cool color. Something that has a deeper sound that I'm going to own for a long time. Any suggestions? Thanks 👍🇨🇦🇺🇸
@jimalice1
@jimalice1 4 жыл бұрын
I bought a spruce top DX1 March 2010 and it's wonderful. One of the key words you mentioned is comfort. I've played a number of other brands, but for me, the Martin is it. The necks, especially for those of us with smaller hands, are just right.
@jamesjaypyburn795
@jamesjaypyburn795 Жыл бұрын
What is that first chord run called you guys always play?
@NauticElk
@NauticElk 2 жыл бұрын
That 15 sounds gorgeous! The road series sounds great too and its below 1000 dollars. If I could give anyone advice, if you want a martin, hold out to get a road series, better value and sound for a little more dough.
@cyberstace58
@cyberstace58 3 жыл бұрын
I got the 000-15M in November 2020 after long wait because of covid-19. I friggin love it. I chose to pass on the streetmaster model of it because i wanted the regular model. I am so glad i did. Thank-you for sharing and please stay safe and be well. 62 from Newfoundland Canada here.
@imannonymous7707
@imannonymous7707 5 жыл бұрын
I have a epiphone sj and its a plywood box lol not so great , hes right
@Nebu1acrush
@Nebu1acrush 5 жыл бұрын
Do a taylor series!
@skiffles7895
@skiffles7895 5 жыл бұрын
I'm more a Taylor dude, but I gotta hand it to Martin for usually consistently offering better looking pleasing to the eye guitars. Taylor can learn a lot from Martin.
@rickysreviewsandhowtos
@rickysreviewsandhowtos 4 жыл бұрын
I'm also a Taylor guy and I prefer the way the Taylor's look, although I'm considering a D28 Modern deluxe in the near future to join my Taylor 914
@guanweihe7614
@guanweihe7614 3 жыл бұрын
Well aesthetics are very personal, some peopl will prefer Taylor’s modern look instead of our preference for more traditional instruments
@matrixmodulator
@matrixmodulator 4 жыл бұрын
8:36 9:16 9:51
@johnnydee5658
@johnnydee5658 4 жыл бұрын
Wow! That *is* helpful. Especially jumping between the RS1 and 15m for these particular licks the difference in sound is not that big as I believed from just watching the vid entirely. Currently own a RS1 and thinking of upgrading to the 15m. Sadly I can't try and test them back to back locally. I really love my RS1 though! Thinking of upgrading the ugly tuners to Grover open 'beanies' for esthetics only, because the ugly ones do a good enough job. Also the rosette around the soundhole is to white to my taste. If anyone knows a good way to tone that down, that would be great.
@GSin21
@GSin21 3 жыл бұрын
Had my eyes on that 000-15M for a while now.. it may be about time to pick one up!
@peytonluc9872
@peytonluc9872 3 жыл бұрын
just got one like a week ago, highly recommend.
@InBobWeTrust
@InBobWeTrust Жыл бұрын
I can't thank you enough for this video. You totally demystified their VERY confusing lines and naming conventions.
@JohnnyRebKy
@JohnnyRebKy Жыл бұрын
You get what you pay for with Martins. Once you reach the D18 and D28 variants you have pretty much reached the top in regard to sound. Anything more expensive than those is mostly about eye candy. My first Martin was a DXME I bought new for 700 bucks. I had no idea it wasn’t made out of real wood and was made in Mexico. But I kept it several years anyway. It played and sounded good. But once I bought a D28 it was VERY clear why it was so much more expensive. Quality cost money The Martin 16 special is best value out there right now. It’s basically a HD28 without the herringbone trim and gloss finish. The 16 special is more plain looking and has a satin finish. Same spruce top, same rosewood back and sides, and same bracing as HD28. Made in USA. 1899 new at guitar center. Sold exclusively by them and one other place. I call it the poor boys HD28 👍🏻. The satin finish, no fancy trim, and no hard case makes it cheaper than the HD28. But in regard to sound and quality…it IS a HD28. I don’t know how long they will sell them though. They are a guitar center exclusive.
@megadthes8427
@megadthes8427 4 жыл бұрын
Awesome video! To my ear the RS1 wins. The X series doesn’t project as well, the RS1 for me is a no brainer. It’s well balanced, beautiful tones high and low and the projection is perfect. The 15M is slightly more balanced and makes a bit more projection on the high end. Basically he’s right if you can afford the American made version great, but for the money the Mexican made RS1 is a gem in disguise! Granted in 100 years the 15M will only go up in value because it’s All American made!
@AlamoMusic
@AlamoMusic 4 жыл бұрын
Appreciate the comment!
@lightfoot413
@lightfoot413 4 жыл бұрын
they all sound like Martins..really good..I heard very little difference...
@MsDenver2
@MsDenver2 2 жыл бұрын
Is the 000-15m available with electric’s? And is the 000-15 the same size as my 0m-28 reimagined? Thankyou
@ukeplaya1
@ukeplaya1 2 ай бұрын
Excellent video!
@garygraffeo1988
@garygraffeo1988 4 жыл бұрын
The 00015m sounds wayyyy better
@dinodasbunce6224
@dinodasbunce6224 4 жыл бұрын
The right Martin guitar for me is a free Martin guitar.
@willydean1920
@willydean1920 4 жыл бұрын
Where do you acquire those?
@752brickie
@752brickie 4 жыл бұрын
Yeah sounds like a good plan. If I had my wishes it would be the Robbie Robertson 12 fret all koa model I played a Martin in 2012 at our meeting ! IT WAS UNBELIEVABLE !!!! But for $6000-8000 it should be pretty nice ! I would have taken it over any D 45 .
@GrahamRonne
@GrahamRonne 2 жыл бұрын
I have a Martin D 13 E and within 6 months the back , and top have warped and caved in. Martin is calling it a humidity issue, without even inspecting the guitar. I have had to reputed luthiers, tell me this is a cause of not drying or curing the wood long enough and is a manufacturer's defect. Meanwhile I have with me, in the same environment, a Larrivee lv-09, Martin 00018 and a Yamaha Ls 16, all in immaculate condition. They all get serviced twice a year, and are situated in a 700 sq ft space, with humidity control (45-50%) all year around.. The disturbing thing is Martin does not want the guitar to be shipped to their repair shop to at least be evaluated, because they are allegedly not accepting items because of possible covid contamination.. IF this were the case, our shipping of goods back and forth would be frozen and everything collapsed... Thoroughly dissappointed with Martin.. I bought both not just for the quality, but I THOUGHT they were the benchmark for acoustic guitars... Their word of "limited lifetime Warranty " means nothing to me now.. In my 34 years of owning several electric and acoustic guitars, I have never seen this type of warping and damage... I will never buy or endorse Martin guitars again... Even IF they possibly replace it with another, their dancing around the issue is not acceptable.. I thought they were better than that... BTW I have a thorough vid that I am contempating posting on KZbin.. To be continued and buyer beware
@Bossanovawitcha
@Bossanovawitcha Жыл бұрын
a vintage Yamaha FG
@bjorn970
@bjorn970 3 жыл бұрын
My Yamaha FG700S will be a great friend until I'm ready for the D28 :)
@festushaggen2563
@festushaggen2563 3 жыл бұрын
I know what you mean. I have the Yamaha FG730s and it’s a fine guitar. Especially after upgrading the nut, saddle and bridge pins to bone. But I made the mistake of walking into my local music store yesterday, picked up the Martin D-X2E and couldn’t put it down. It’s only twice what I paid for my Yamaha but it sounds and feels like so much more. I fell in love and brought it home. Looks like you’re holding out for a much higher tier than I did. I’m sure it’ll be worth it though.
@MsDenver2
@MsDenver2 2 жыл бұрын
I have another question which is better the Martin 000-15 or the Furch blue mahogany?
@willydean1920
@willydean1920 4 жыл бұрын
I think the GPC sounded best when strumming chords and the 00015 had better sound picking
@AlamoMusic
@AlamoMusic 4 жыл бұрын
Interesting take! Appreciate the comment (:
@andrewdog-gonewaylon5915
@andrewdog-gonewaylon5915 4 жыл бұрын
I agree too, when it comes to that little bluegrass tune he just did.
@johnwashburn3793
@johnwashburn3793 2 жыл бұрын
I had to listen to an old video to get my Chris fix. Cooper is great too, but... Thanks. Buy the best you can afford and keep the great ones!
@GuitarBluesHury
@GuitarBluesHury 3 жыл бұрын
17:47 when he says 799$! you can hear the sustain of that guitar! :)
@ethan073
@ethan073 2 жыл бұрын
I can’t believe how much better the Road sounds over the X despite being virtually the same price
@campfirebear4083
@campfirebear4083 Жыл бұрын
I came into the down town San Antonio store a week ago looking to buy a Road series Martin and ended up leaving with a D16E for $1700 and i absolutely love it! More than I had intended to spend but a beautiful sounding and playing guitar! Thank y’all!
@TommySG1
@TommySG1 3 жыл бұрын
Finally going to take the plunge and buy me the acoustic of my dreams, after extensive research I’ve decided on the Martin GPC 28E in Sunburst. The final deciding factor was the neck shape offered on that model along with the Ebony bridge and fretboard. I will hit you guys up in a few weeks when I’m ready for pricing and availability etc..... Your videos are informative, just kinda wish you guys can come right out and say something kinda sucks when it does but I understand you can’t do that either haha!
@jasonm444
@jasonm444 3 жыл бұрын
Did you get it yet?
@TommySG1
@TommySG1 3 жыл бұрын
@@jasonm444 yes.
@MrEst1953
@MrEst1953 2 жыл бұрын
Thank you guys for videos this one very informative and enjoyable . TXS hello from Ireland.
@SticksAandstonesBozo
@SticksAandstonesBozo 2 жыл бұрын
My only concern is I’m very small. I’ve been using a mini Taylor for a while and I love it but getting more serious I really want the Martin sound but I guess I have to go with a full size to get that and it’s soooo hard for me to play.
@fredymendez855
@fredymendez855 3 жыл бұрын
I have expensive electric guitars but it gets annoying trying to care for them and being cautious all the time. So i decided to get an acoustic but a quality one that was under 700. I got the Martin x series and I love it because it sounds great and I don’t really worry about mishandling it in truth. I
@nickunderwood6175
@nickunderwood6175 4 жыл бұрын
Great video and very informative :)
@AlamoMusic
@AlamoMusic 4 жыл бұрын
Glad you liked it!
@angkit216
@angkit216 4 жыл бұрын
Yamaha FGx5
@kkdeveauxgue2784
@kkdeveauxgue2784 4 жыл бұрын
Will I get respect if I buy the Martin GPC 16 e acoustic guitar???🤔🤔🤔🤔
@danr5105
@danr5105 3 жыл бұрын
I am reading that there is a string break angle advantage when using a slotted headstock. I ask if this is true? Is it more expensive to make a guitar with a slotted headstock?
@gosman949
@gosman949 3 жыл бұрын
This is now out of date. You can get a Road Series SC-13E in a cut-away!
@petekay67
@petekay67 3 жыл бұрын
Some tasty playing there. A guitar lesson included as well as the reviews.
@SticksAandstonesBozo
@SticksAandstonesBozo 2 жыл бұрын
First two sound identical but the third one blew them out of the water.
@robertlester641
@robertlester641 5 жыл бұрын
The Road Series GPRS1 was the best sounding, looking, and feeling Martin I have ever played. So warm and balanced. It was on sale for $659.00 and I was broke!
@snuffyballparks6501
@snuffyballparks6501 2 жыл бұрын
I took years to finally settle on a D-28 Marquis. Totally love it.
@clawhammer704
@clawhammer704 5 жыл бұрын
Your so right Chris, the road series is very good.
@LittleBaldieVanZandt
@LittleBaldieVanZandt 5 жыл бұрын
Do you carry the 17 series?
@AlamoMusic
@AlamoMusic 5 жыл бұрын
We do! Just received some of the new models that were shown at NAMM. DSS17 and 00017e. - Chris
@SoumyadiptaRay
@SoumyadiptaRay 4 жыл бұрын
MARTIN D2XE....excellent tone and great loudness...but the one i bought, the string height is too high and cant take it down much or else its buzzing..and as i stay in Inida, so no authentic Martin repair person i can find here... ALAS...!!!
@AlamoMusic
@AlamoMusic 4 жыл бұрын
You can take it to most music store and just ask them to adjust the action. Most good technicians know how (:
@jayb5435
@jayb5435 4 жыл бұрын
I've always wanted me one ,i've been playing since july 04 ,went through few guitar brand names now i have a takamine GD20CE NS G20 Series Dreadnought Cutaway i've been playin it for probably 5 to 6 years now probably my best guitars i've ever had unplugged it kinda has that martin sound ,its good plugged to with my marshall 50 watt amp,but i would love to know how you do those bluegrass licks ,
@thunderballstallion950
@thunderballstallion950 4 жыл бұрын
What's the first (faster) song you are playing?
@sstace69
@sstace69 5 жыл бұрын
Is the D 1 Custom the new D15?
@WakaWaka221
@WakaWaka221 4 жыл бұрын
I've had my Road Series for a few months now and I'm super satisfied with it. I love playing this guitar.
@tarajade5035
@tarajade5035 2 жыл бұрын
i have the 00018...it is getting better tone with age!
@hunterplatt5316
@hunterplatt5316 3 жыл бұрын
What does it take to get a natural top without any of the toners?
@chickenh0use
@chickenh0use 2 жыл бұрын
000-42 modern deluxe or 000-45?
@be.kind.to.animals
@be.kind.to.animals 3 жыл бұрын
always excellent reviews. thanks!
@mikes2654
@mikes2654 Жыл бұрын
Getting the 15! Thanks
@clintdufour8371
@clintdufour8371 3 жыл бұрын
I’m waiting on my Furch yellow Masters series
@lhvent
@lhvent 4 жыл бұрын
I have a DX1RAE and it is a great dread.
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