John Mayer vs Eric Clapton | Battle of the Signature Martin Guitars!

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Ben is joined by our regular "Danish Pete" Honoré for an incredible acoustic jam batteling out John Mayer's & Eric Clapton's signature Martin's guitars!
With the Martin 000-28EC model paying homage to a more old-school & vintage vibe. It includes a modified V profile neck, Sitka Spruce Top matched perfectly with an East Indian Rosewood back and sides.
The Martin OMJM is a classic orchestral shape acoustic with a 14th fret neck join. Perfect for strumming & fingerpicking. Its solid Engelmann Spruce top & East Indian Rosewood Back and Sides gives the acoustic a real low-end punch while staying perfectly balanced within the mid-range.
↪️ Episode Guide ↩️
» 0:00 Intro Jam Between Danish Pete & Ben
» 1:35 John Mayer Vs Eric Clapton Martin Guitars
» 2:08 Martin 000-28EC Specs
» 3:09 Martin 000-28EC Sound Demo
» 4:04 More Specs & Price
» 5:02 Martin OMJM Specs
» 6:11 Martin OMJM Sound Demo
» 6:51 Martin OMJM Pickup
» 7:09 Martin 000-28EC Vs OMJM
» 9:56 Which One Would You Choose?
» 10:16 Outro Jam Between Pete & Ben
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[@torbenmeldgaard8112]

The introjam: I could listen to those guys all day 😍

[@andertons]

It's good to have Pete & Ben jam together again!

[@JoshuaC923]

No shortage of talent at andertons!

[@bensmithguitar]

@@andertons 🎶 👌 😌

[@gugasque2306]

it would be awesome to see clapton’s signature strat vs jimi’s

[@andertons]

That sounds a great shootout! Battle of the signature Strats? Let us know if that's what you would like to see.

[@caprise-music6722]

@@andertons I’d love to see that!

[@georgeharley1513]

Absolutely yes please

[@ElmarSprong]

Throw in a Silver Sky for the giggles ;)

[@andreferreira-lq2yd]

@@andertons Yes all the Fender signature stats please

[@kennethnelson1055]

These two need to do more demos together. Absolutely amazing

[@RogerThat902]

Yes, great guitar chemistry

[@Wileylikethehawk]

Finally got a Clapton last year and it’s just so nice. Plays like a dream.

[@kimsorensen83]

I the lucky owner of a OMJM and that neck and tone is just unbelievable. Makes you smile and want to play all day. Thanks for the Jam guys #Legends.

[@TheEedjit]

Now that's an intro jam. Ben and Pete ripping it up. Well played guys. 👏👏🤙

[@DriftwoodBeachMom]

Great comparison/differences vid between 2 fantastic guitars. Loved your duets..both instruments shined and showed their specific strengths. Thank you.

[@michaeljamieson3582]

Nothing more joyous than watching two guitarists in love with each other’s playing.

[@6stringsandapick]

JM works for Rythm, but the Clapton cuts through much nicer for lead. Overall I prefer the Clapton.

[@bryanprice3847]

I agree!

[@hiimawasteoftime8678]

can ben please do an acoustic blues lesson series pleeeease

[@abhinovenagarajan.s7237]

Yesss I second this wholeheartedly!

[@muhammaddefalahramadhan2799]

Yesss

[@RogerThat902]

They really could do a guitar course and make a lot of money. Missed opportunity!

[@Daviddd10]

And pete should do a courseee on improv soloinggg electric!

[@hiimawasteoftime8678]

@@Daviddd10 yeeeeeees

[@norbertlohan5951]

The EC model seems to have a lot more punch, more projection. Have to compare them in playing both directly after one another. I had the possibility to try the OMJM model and it played very very well. But now I am interested in the different dimensions and the V-neck of the EC model. Cool demo and cool battle! Many thx!

[@redson425]

Excellent comparison! Thanks. Really enjoyed the jams..

[@tonyn9858]

That sounds great thank you. you guys have motivated me to pick up my old guitar string it up and start playing again. Take care I always enjoy watching all the videos thanks.Tone Leics

[@JJFuFingerStyle]

EC model is really a great small body guitar, short scale and neck profile make it easy to play, looks small but you can dig into it and make it loud with long sustain, response well, the tone character is just a classic. It's my first Martin guitar. really really love it! Doesn't matter it's a signature guitar or not, it's a great acoustic guitar!

[@1BLACHI]

Everybody talks about the introjam, but oh boy the outrojam is just on another level.

[@TheDeedeeFiles]

Sounds beautiful. Happy Monday.

[@thongamchan775]

Hi thanks for video to both of you. First of all, really delighted to watch Blues runs and subsequent jamming. With regard to comaparision between the two , 00028 sounded as what I like but eventhough I was not pleased with Martin brand last year when I played on all the high end Martin's. Anyway, I really enjoyed watching how both of you played on it with proficiency.

[@malakasmalakass1152]

the jam you guys do at the intros makes me want to play guitar

[@IniDim]

If anybody wants a tutorial on the first intro solo, like/comment. I learned it by ear, and I'm willing to post a tutorial.

[@frankieu2598]

Do it!

[@davidstoeckl6439]

Really good comparison. I loved them both.

[@finishim100]

great comparison! Thank you. What do you think of the modified V-neck? Is it more difficult to play? And is it good for little hands?

[@bleromafia]

amazing intro and outro!

[@outsidestuff5283]

That introjam was slappin

[@margiesplace259]

loved the Tom Petty " won't back down" jam at the end and the beginning jam was choice too! just lovely!

[@nicholaspalacio9672]

Bought an OMJM last year. Best purchase I’ve ever made. And certainly the most expensive hahaha. The thing is just phenomenal. It sounds great for bluegrass and country, which is what I play as my job. Plus, it’s just beautiful to look at.

[@veewooks924]

Oh cool I’m actually getting into bluegrass / flat picking more and wanted to get the OMJM but didn’t know if it’d work as well for that genre (or as an all-rounder). It sang really well, but I can’t decide between the OMJM, a D-18, or standard 000-28. Do you have an opinion on dreads vs OMJM?

[@richardc8353]

I bought myself an EC about three weeks ago. Maybe I could have had that one, but you didn’t pick up the phone 🥴. Great demo.of two beautiful guitars.

[@jamesgreally2195]

Hi Ben & Pete, Great video & playing - thanks! One question, Ben: What is the name of the blues tune you play for the comparison at 8:26 & 9:09 ? Thanks again, Best, James

[@spoonido]

The EC model wins for my ears here. This summer I did the OM/000 comparison in a well supplied store and brought home a 000-28 Standard. Low oval neck and the best acoustic guitar I’ve owned in nearly 60 years of music making.

[@annon5901]

A really cool comparison. Wow the Clapton for me all day. More balanced to my ear and greater definition, particularly the highs. JM punchier and thicker tone, couldn't really pick out the mids.

[@pcau]

I must go with the Clapton guitar. Sound wise, and spec wise. Lovely!!!

[@MrPaolo101]

Its great to hear you guys play.... would have liked the vid to be longer tbh.

[@petestaint8312]

These two are awesome together! 👍

[@VaibhavMittalIndia]

Great demo Ben! Both are awesome and cannot be used in the same context as the style of music would greatly steer the choice of guitar! I would pick OMJM in this video Cheers 👍

[@claytonduguay9617]

At any price point the teardrop pickguard is how you can tell the Martin OMs from standard 000 from a distance. As a blues player who bends a lot my EC is the perfect axe. Not so boomy as the OM, more subtle.

[@bobbycraig309]

Really enjoyed seeing Danish Pete grab that Martin and play it like a boss!

[@the_undersea_astronauts]

i think the fact that the OMJM comes with preinstalled pickups is a huge plus. especially at that price point. they cost the same but one comes with a high end electronics system. if you’re just going to play it at home, then the EC is probably the way to go. but if you’re gonna gig or anything then the OMJM is probably a better bang for your buck

[@IniDim]

What a treat that intro was

[@scouser2230]

I preferred the OMJM sound, however; I couldn’t play it’s narrow neck. Therefore I would order a OM with a wider 1.75 inch nut size, or even a special order 1 7/8 inch nut width. I do like the brighter sound of the longer scale length over the shorter scale length of the OOOEC.

[@chrisnichols4077]

Absolutely fantastic’ both guitars and players are world class..

[@j.a.s.1416]

I think the magic is in the Engelmann Spruce top. Could be another comparison video as they sound quite different in person 🎸....

[@veewooks924]

I agree I just ABd them and immediately fell for the OMJM - tone was so alive and the neck amazing

[@petethompson3510]

Great way to start the day. Think Pete's JM was a little further from the mike, so sounded a bit quieter . Great jam. I would take both

[@HenryPipes]

After listening through good headphones they both sound good, but the OMJM has more spank, sparkle and clarity while the EC has more thudding bass. On paper I would probably get the EC, but after listening to the review think I prefer the tone of OMJM! Or just get both, one for lead and the other for rhythm!!

[@Tilbo_]

Outro Jam was really my, well, jam. Really lovely!

[@tommcdonald1746]

My ears says the OMJM was brighter and the EC had a more consistent chime with more bottom end. It's the EC model for me.

[@michaelgoupil972]

To my ears, the EC sounded more articulate and crisp, which I favor. The JM is totally awesome, and I’d love to have that as well, but the tone to me seemed a little bit more subdued for my tastes perhaps it’s the Engleman? In this video, as well as having played them both, it’s still the Clapton for me. Such a great video comparison and fun jam. Thanks guys.

[@nicgundy]

I always knew this day would arrive

[@glenproctor1999]

Superb jamming, nothing like a decent acoustic solo, you both killed it! I'll add my voice for Ben to do some lesson's too. Oh, the guitars? well the Clapton sounds a touch deeper and fuller over t'internet.

[@RogerThat902]

Yes, I preferred the Clapton too

[@ridegreen78]

Here for the danish Pete jams

[@belo1971]

Awesome models ! The sound we dream of...for life 🥰

[@jjohn341]

Dam ...this is pure killer ...we need more acoustic guitar like this

[@rattown99]

I’ve owned the OMJM for 8 yrs. and it’s the best acoustic guitar I’ve ever owned. I’ve owned numerous Taylor’s from the 900 series on down, they can’t touch the OMJM. The neck is Strat like and the tone is superb.

[@nige2410]

Before listening to this I thought it'd be the Mayer that would come out on top but surprisingly for me it was the Clapton that sounded best. Just sounded more punchy and bluesy and had an all round better tone. I have a 2010 Martin OM-28V which is phenomenal (as does Pete I believe) and which like the Clapton model has a chunky V neck profile which took a bit of getting used to, but as I play mostly fingerstyle, it's perfect. Think the narrower neck width on the Mayer model might prove tricky for my type of playing however guess it depends on the size of your hands ! So in summary I 'd keep my 28V but the Clapton is the one I 'd opt for out of these two fine guitars.

[@aaronshortmusic]

I reviewed the OMJM and ended up buying it. Fantastic guitar!

[@Ggman770]

Great review too. Bought one as well. Articulate and versatile. So dynamic in how it responds to your playing. Plays like an electric also. Best acoustic I've ever heard /played

[@aaronshortmusic]

@@Ggman770 Thanks I agree!

[@veewooks924]

I just ABd these guitars yesterday and the OMJM really sang, beautiful guitar

[@veewooks924]

@@Ggman770 Really loved the OMJM - the neck and action was amazing only thing I wish it had is shorter scale length like EC - has this been an issue at all for playing? I didn’t like the EC neck, but I was comparing it to the standard 000-28 since it has shorter scale length and lower profile neck.

[@veewooks924]

@@Ggman770 Oh that’s a good point about it handling strumming better with the longer scale length. I played both yesterday and agree the OMJM was noticeably easier to play, at least for me. I can’t do the chunky EC neck. Jealous of your OMJM! I’ve read that Engelmann spruce is better for lighter touch playing, have you found it good for harder strumming and flat picking too?

[@guitareveryone]

I would prefer the OM models primarily because it sounds bigger with the bass response similar to a dreadnought due to the longer scale length whereas the 000 EC model doesn’t produce the bass response punch that I like as much as an OM model. However don’t get me wrong it has a lovely tone. I own a Standard OM 28 and love it’s full sound and bass response. The differences doesn’t come through on KZbin like actually playing them in person but there’s not much can be done about that. However like all Anderton’s demos they are great and so much fun to watch.

[@fawkesandhound]

Me: gitar go brrrrrrrrrrr

[@Tzadeck]

I want both to be honest, haha. I have an OM-28 too, and it's my favorite guitar, but I can see myself buying a OOO-18 someday. Might as well get a different scale length AND a different tone wood for maximum variety.

[@maiksie]

That Ending jam. Incredible. This ben guy is really amazing (didnt know him until now) 😍

[@pianoworld89]

A Video on Furch guitars would be insane!

[@cminty6805]

I dont think Andertons stock them, they should, one of the best acoustic brands out there.

[@samnewton5959]

I would prefer the Clapton. I have a Strat for bright and chimey. That is not a sound I prefer in an accoustic. Thanks for the demo!

[@ajaygattu]

Please do tell what guage and what brand of strings are you using on that john mayer signature model

[@caprise-music6722]

I tried an Eric Clapton signature acoustic on our local music store. It was about £3000. But my god it played like a dream

[@XGMPinachet]

costs like a dream too :D

[@tonato17]

Great comparison. It seems that the Clapton has the action slightly lower than the MJM. I think that can affect tone.

[@sixstring1950]

I owned the EC at one time and all you had to do was touch the strings and it rang out like a grand piano, You don't have to hit it hard to get a beautiful tone but when you jump open the EC it delivers. I would like to buy another one but I won't because I am afraid to ding it. That's why I sold it. I put a tiny pin size ding in it broke my heart. I also owned 1968 Martin D28 and a 1967 D18. The D18 was $325 in 67 and the D28 was $365 in 68. I had no idea back then the value they would bring today. Hindsight...oh well

[@KellerFkinRyan]

the omjm is MUCH brighter to my ears, through my phone speakers at least. probably more suited to drop tunings though due to the scale length.

[@tommcdonald1746]

Two great players but if you believe tone is in the hands and I do, then the tone difference was very noticeable when Ben played the same "A" rift on each guitar. To my ears the EC had a warmer and a very clear distinction between each note and string. In this setting the OM really shined during lead rides but not so much when playing rhythm. Whereas the EC shined for lead rides and rhythm.

[@cdbrown30]

The difference in tone is there. OMJM sounds brighter and would be the one I’d choose. Clapton guitar sounds perfect for acoustic blues playing!

[@edhalbach9550]

Last week I played both. I thought the 000-28 sounded better. Sweeter, more harmonic complexity and easier on my arthritic hands. Took the 000 home. Loving it!!!

[@BaronsDuju]

I can't believe how different the two of these sound. I hear lots of low mids in the OMJM. The EC sounds sweeter while the OMJM kind of wants to be heard.

[@digitalchris6681]

The EC wins hands down. But compare my Martin 00-42SC (John Mayer StageCoach) to the EC and it's a different story.... (But the SC cost 3 times the EC's price. Ouch....)

[@martintaylor1701]

Ben's got a friend! Yay!

[@andertons]

We thought he seemed a bit lonely all on his own... 😉

[@martintaylor1701]

@@andertons Please, sir, can we have some more?

[@garrettmundy4914]

Definitely prefer the EC, but I'd be lying if I didn't say the name plays at least some small part of that. Both sublime instruments that I could never dream of affording.

[@patricklundquist9869]

Yesterday I had a chance to make my own comparison between the 00028ec and OMjm and found the same difference in tone. If not for the soft V neck...

[@dsg2254]

I'm very happy with my two Martins:00028EC from 1998 and Martin OM 28 Reimaged 2018. I was wondering, is there any significance difference in sound between the OMJM and the Martin OM 28 Reimaged?

[@veewooks924]

I played both yesterday and to my ear, the OMJM felt very alive due to the Engelmann top, and it sustained for days and had a shimmer with overtones. The OM28 felt more neutral, and had that great classic Martin tone, but it didn’t quite ‘sing’ like the OMJM.

[@nesta8518]

I’d love any Martin. Think I prefer the darker one here if I have a choice.

[@jokomo2833]

I’ve never held a Martin, how’s the neck compare to a fender custom strat 60s oval? Similar?

[@peterstroughairart]

What an intro!!

[@garyives1218]

I love the vids with Diane Ponzio of Martin as the guest. I would love to be sitting next to her while asking; "Is the scent from the sound hole a good indicator of sufficient or insufficient humidity level." :) IMHO I believe it is......haha

[@jeremiahbeck3292]

Pete you and the captain should do a plectrum re view of the picks you guys use

[@andmondson8260]

Just put a deposit down on the EC for a new year present to myself!

[@orcaflotta7867]

JM: More detail, more analytical, forward modern American sound. EC: Rounder, harmonic, nicer, more musically traditional British sound.

[@abd-ix5qd]

Classic tone, go for EC. Modern tone go for OMJM. But maybe I will put EC a brighter string then then Im all the way for EC

[@dutoitar]

*JM for strumming* *EC for picking* Also great that you did exactly that for outro jam... They compliment each other so well in that arrangement.

[@Hellacop6]

That EC sounds ace

[@sillyskeleton]

I'm more of a Mayer fan, but the Eric Clapton model sounds leagues better to my ears. Either way, I can't see myself dropping that much dosh for any acoustic in the foreseeable future.

[@gerryjamesedwards1227]

The EC model is a little quieter, but much better balanced tone-wise and sweeter sounding. Your playing on the EC had a little more nuance, maybe due to the shorter scale?

[@carloscortegoso7699]

Totally agree...I do prefer the EC...sounds like already has passed through EQ and bit of compression...already mixed from the scratch...more round, balanced and warmer. I have the same feeling with J-45 vs Humminbird...I do prefer the J45 for the same reasons.

[@TheFrederic888]

We gonna focus on the differences in this video. So they’re both east Indian rosewood... 😂

[@lukeorlando4814]

Made me smile too

[@RandyBelinda]

“Other than that” LOL. Englemann and Sitka are miles apart in almost every way. If there’s a significant difference between these two guitars(except scale length) it’s in the most important part of the instrument, the top!

[@JDmuso]

^this! and also the simple dovetail vs the traditional dovetail neck joints and the difference in brace systems

[@windyworm]

Just bought an 000-28ECE, beautiful guitar, even I sound as if I can play.

[@mikecrean8849]

Great video guys. But wish youd comment on the action straight out the box. My Martins always require setups. Initial action way too high. 🙋‍♂️

[@jcast1976]

Bad ass jam in the intro

[@PipeOPhile]

Wonderful

[@rondeakin8876]

The E.C. for me hands down !

[@user-je6xb4oc8w]

I want both of them

[@bigcountryplatinum5150]

That end jam tho!!!

[@digitalchris6681]

When is Martin releasing a purple acoustic ?

[@marc.cross22]

Can you do a review on Israel Houghton’s custom Taylor T5/T3 mash up?

[@Nicobouds]

I owned a Clapton Martin for few years, wonderful guitar. I sold it to buy a Mayer one, now I’d like to own both of them 😂

[@veewooks924]

Just ABd them at a shop yesterday - the OMJM sounded very alive. I wish the OMJM had short scale length, though, like the EC.

[@SpencerP96]

@@veewooks924 Mayer has said he doesn't like bending on acoustic, so that's likely the reason he prefers the longer scale length guitars.

[@brentporter9324]

Is the Mayer model a lot louder to anyone else? Maybe just my ears grabbing certain frequencies better out of it, but the volume punch seemed significantly different.

[@9gloss]

Could be because John’s is an OM and Clapton’s is a 000, OM’s have a longer scale length while 000’s have a shorter one. Longer Scale length = bigger boomier sound, Smaller = a little quieter

[@9gloss]

Also different bracing.

[@glennselwitz1377]

EC hands down..looks, tone, wider string spacing larger pickguard and sitka top....

[@bendelight5569]

Hello everyone! Looking for some advice on guitars. :) Thanks in advance! As these guitars are way out of my price range. I am currently looking at a Yamaha LS TA or Yamaha LS 16. I like the slightly smaller body size of the ooo in comparison to a dreadnought or jumbo. I understand the OM-JM has a slightly longer neck but apart from this would you see the Yamahas as a fairly good alternative? The Yamahas retail for around £700/€949. Thanks for your thoughts everyone!

[@keithskelton2287]

Hi I have both The LLI6 & 00028ec The body box on the Martin 000is smaller & more comfortable Both are worth it ✌🏽 Good luck ✌🏽🌈

[@SuperIgloo1]

OMJM sounds sweeter to my ears

[@specializedsxtrails]

Somebody know what's the tune starting at 6:11 or 8:16? Great review of course!

[@jamesgreally2195]

Hi, Did you ever find out the name of that lovely blues tune? Best, James