Martin 000-15M Streetmaster : Mahogany Martin with Serious Mojo!

An excellent, relatively affordable 000 option from Martin with a unique distressed satin finish. Excited to finally get my hands on one!
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[@mariodriessen9740]

Call me stupid, but this is the sound I hear in my head when I'm thinking of the best acoustic guitar sound. Never thought I'd find it in a relatively cheap mahogany 000 M sized guitar! I'm stunned. And I've seen other video's of this guitar as well. They all sound like my dream guitar! And I happen to love its looks too. Wow. Eye opener. 😳😳😳

[@ianmeadows6351]

Mario, I think you need one of these! ASAP!!!!

[@mariodriessen9740]

Ian Meadows ; Hahaha....., I think you're right, because I absolutely mean it. It really is the sound I want from an acoustic steelstring guitar. I allways thought I needed a Martin D-18, or maybe a D-28 for that sound. Or even the bigger Gibson J-200 (I know, they're all very different, but although I've been playing guitar for 39 years now, I'm actually relatively new to the world of acoustic guitars). I've seen all your video's. And I love way you do it. Same mic, same positioning, same room, no editing..., so you give us the best way of comparing all these beautiful guitars. And this one must have been the one that comes closest to the sound I love and seek. Unfortunately, I had to save everything I had for a real long time to buy a relatively cheap guitar. And I'm extremely happy with it. So I don't regret not saving up more money, because that would have taken me another year doing nothing but just that. Saving. My time will come. And to be fair, it feels like a relief to know that my perfect guitar is a fairly cheap Martin 000-15M Streetmaster, instead of a 4500 dollars costing J-200. Thanks Ian! 😃👍

[@SuperEdge67]

I’ve played 100s of guitars in shops. In my opinion I’ve never played an acoustic guitar that sounds better than this……..so I bought one!

[@shorttime1351]

@@SuperEdge67 what about the d-15? Does the 000 compare at all?

[@jasonbeaudoin7205]

Not stupid at all My friend lol..

[@ZAYAZOfficial]

I didn’t choose this guitar, it chose me. As soon as I played it at my local shop, I knew I’d be walking out with it. It’s a great guitar and plays like butter.

[@ianmeadows6351]

Congrats on finding the right one! It is a special feeling!

[@ZAYAZOfficial]

Ian Meadows 🙂🙏

[@gregorsmietana1836]

It was also my case. My favourite guitar

[@ramencurry6672]

I action like this better than the guitars costing over $2000

[@team7team]

I’m getting that feeling too!

[@jh2263_]

The consistent tone top to bottom is extremely impressive.

[@maketommila58]

I just bought one here in Finland, it's a beauty, and its size is berfect, and sounds like the bigger ones, I'm really happy with 000-15M Streetmaster, and thanks for the video 🎸❤🎶

[@Allison_Chaynes]

I just played one of these about 15 minutes ago. Best acoustic I ever played.

[@walterwhiting9970]

Of all the Martin guitars this sounds so good and at an affordable price point. Impressive and nice playing skills 🤘

[@ianmeadows6351]

Appreciate it Walter. Thanks for watching.

[@nikkomanzano]

I went to a guitar store last weekend. I fell in love with this one, I try almost every Martin in the store, I already own a Mexican Martin and nothing compares to this beauty, I play with my fingers and it has the most elegant mid/high tones.

[@SuperEdge67]

I agree, so I bought one.

[@aaron.debattista]

How does it compare to the standard 000-15m?

[@SuperEdge67]

@@aaron.debattista Similar sounding, no pick guard, tuners are different , slightly more expensive. You don’t get a case with the street master. I bought one separately for $200. I’d have happily bought the standard but the shop only had one streetmaster. I picked it up played it and fell in love. I love the way they look. Not everyone does, but I prefer the look of the streetmaster to the standard. Oh and the fingerboard on the streetmaster isn’t rosewood, it’s katalox (a type of ebony).

[@aaron.debattista]

@@SuperEdge67 I like the pegs on the standard 15M more. And no hard case is such a let down! But it's way more beautiful than the standard in terms of looks. So I guess my question is, given that I would need to foot in more money for the guitar and more money for the case - would you say it is worth it or not?

[@SuperEdge67]

@@aaron.debattista I’d say play them both. If you prefer the streetmaster get it, and buy a case. An extra few hundred dollars is nothing when you’ve got a guitar you’ll probably want to keep for life. If you prefer the standard you’ve saved a bit of money.

[@davidarnold6376]

Love the tone and look...! They weigh like nothing and are super resonant! Sweet, bell like trebles with a solid focused bass and that sugary Martin mahogany midrange! And just unbelievably responsive!

[@rjreddenbaker4351]

Wow - the richness of the bottom on that guitar is gorgeous. It sounds like a full-bodied Guild at about 5 grand. Buying a cutaway/electronics version of this in the next 90 days to replace my aging Martin DCX series. I CANNOT WAIT! I'm going to re-string the DCX with Nashville tuning to use in the studio

[@janrandles8683]

So enjoyed hearing you play. Beautiful tone and I just ordered one yesterday!!! Waiting 24 hours to unbox will be difficult but I can come back and listen to you. Thanks for your video. It helped me in my decision process.

[@ianmeadows6351]

Thank you for the kind words Jan. Enjoy your guitar!

[@nathan-wise]

Really love how the adds dont buffer.. ever!

[@nicero870]

🤣

[@officiallycaitlin3547]

This is my dream guitar, and I'm a beginner... I just love the "worn" look, and it sounds amazing!

[@randyholdampf8320]

played this at guitar center and the playability was way nicer than any acoustic they had, some of the dreadnots have a damp feeling or almost a lag. or if not like a yamaha it doesnt sound as nice as these.. these are so dope wish they were a bit cheaper but its by far my favorite feeling to play ever

[@officiallycaitlin3547]

@@randyholdampf8320 Thank you for your imput! Maybe in the future when I'm further along in my guitar and everything, it's something I can save up for!

[@유도마-v2r]

You seem to have good eyes and ears and that's a great start!

[@cloguitar]

Hello! I play the 00015m guitar! I have a KZbin channel with covers… if you want to listen it!😉🎸

[@pjmuck]

I own a couple of Martins already, but I keep coming back to this one. Something about the tone, I prefer it to other 000-15Ms I've heard. Your playing helped sell me. I'm ready to take the plunge!

[@ianmeadows6351]

I love hearing that!!!! Buy guitar, play the crap out of it, enjoy life!!!!

[@bekulica]

So, did you buy a streetmaster

[@pjmuck]

@@bekulica Indeed I did. It's everything I had hoped for.

[@bekulica]

@@pjmuck great. I buy one too ,it is a great guitar

[@jaeyooncho2712]

@@pjmuck can you elaborate how 00015m differs to this St.Master?

[@stormedbyhippiesc3966]

Good playing sir. May have to go for this guitar. Simple look and good sound: straight to the point. Like that

[@hugoagogo4324]

I'm saving like mad for this !!!!

[@GUIGUI139]

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[@scottperry8162]

That guitar does have some serious mojo!!!

[@codking82]

this is the best Martin series guitar ive tried sounded better more punch and huge attack than more expensive martins

[@StephenW86]

Very good sound, the mahogany shines through!

[@johntonelli4510]

I orders this one under Corona lockdown then I found this video..I'm so glad I picked the streetmaster

[@Cesar-mj4ng]

Did the design on your guitar look the same as this one? Because on websites it looks different.

[@thomas977]

I did too! Lol

[@bekulica]

@@Cesar-mj4ng what look diferent on website

[@jaeyooncho2712]

@@Cesar-mj4ng maybe a different street ?? :)

[@johngeddes7894]

They is different only to be the same, bro

[@jeffstehr9328]

This is a great demo. Thanks!

[@ianmeadows6351]

Thanks for tuning in Jeff.

[@carolo2159-v9y]

This guitar is in my wish list. Sweet and balanced sound for an affordable enough Martin and i saw its easy playable for many reviews and it, s a beauty of course!!. Keep doing such good pragmatic reviews and make a video about a Yamaha fg5 please!!!

[@USNAVDC]

I love Martin mahogany guitars, but I'm not a fan of that distressed finish....but I sure love the way it sounds when you're playing it. You get amazing sound out of whatever guitar you're playing....maybe it has something to do with your talent? I sure love the way this one sounds! Great video!

[@zazz63]

technically finish should not effect the tone so maybe more tlc goes into these.

[@Dodgyguitarist]

Got this guitar. Love it! A cheap ass Tanglewood mahogany led me to this model

[@adrienneraeash3440]

Fantastic playing.

[@murphy03903]

Great demo. Love the tone.

[@im58woody]

Great demo Ian!

[@wmrustycox]

Great looking and sounding guitar...I will say that it looks like it should come with a pick guard standard though....

[@col145]

I own one of these guitars & I play it every day, I find it impossible not to. 🙃

[@MusicRowVoice]

great playing! awesome!!

[@RKCMUZIK1111]

I LIKE THE BEARD it saves on razors I found a small squirrel in mine one day then he jumped in my sound hole

[@matheusmarin9337]

Do you think that has difference in sound comparing with the 000-15m?

[@kotadog5284]

Beautiful music ! Is there any way to get music for what you are playing? Especially the first strumming segment.

[@joelaming6814]

Anyone seen the streetmaster finish they have on the omc15me streetmaster. Completely different style from all of the other models, definitely check it out.

[@youdagoob]

My next guitar. This one, or the cutaway.

[@bigtrevw7923]

I have more expensive Martin's but this guitar wins every time.

[@bjamminsincebirth3494]

That sound and headstock is incredible! Wowwww Now I’m struggling between this one and the Gibson L00 Montana Sustainable guitar.

[@hugoagogo4324]

Get this one mate it sounds and looks fantastic

[@bekulica]

which guitar you eventually bought

[@bjamminsincebirth3494]

Bekulica I ended up going with a Eastman ACTG2E-OV

[@adamkingofficial]

Is this better than the standard version? People say it sounds better but how is it in your opinion?

[@superorangeish]

I want one so bad!

[@superorangeish]

This finish looks distressed as compared to the ones that just look brownish.Is this an option on the 000 15m?

[@telefan2]

Ian how does it compare to the 000-18? Thanks

[@nellatrab]

Gotta get one of these! :))

[@ianmeadows6351]

You and me both

[@JaymeSilverstein]

What kind of strings are being used in this video?

[@user-tc2ng4zm4c]

Hows the fretboard? I have a taylor 114e and the ebony is very hard. I like it but my fingers do get sore. I hear katalox is even harder.

[@SakinCorap]

It’s not the fingerboard that gets your fingers sore. Probably the action is too high or the string gauge is too thick

[@CaptainOfMyBurden82]

I have this guitar and this video does the best job capturing it true sound out of all the videos of it on KZbin. Love mine but considering trading for a d15m. Any suggestions. Thanks!

[@dcarts5616]

Why a D15M? Did you do it yet?

[@CaptainOfMyBurden82]

@@dcarts5616 At the time it was what was available. I ended up keeping the 000-15.

[@steveb9325]

Do they have this street master in a 12fret slotted ?

[@VLADIMIRKASANOVA]

Vixi....que som é esse ? Sonho de consumo!!!

[@well_i_liked_it]

thanks for not talking!

[@YaleCrane]

What kind of strings you using here? Sounds great!

[@johngeddes7894]

Old violin trick he could just put on a viola or cello string, depending on gage

[@SuperEdge67]

I have one, they come strung with Martin Lifespan longlife strings. Not as long lasting as elixirs but have a more authentic tone.

[@jeremysmith9898]

Very nice

[@Sullatuaschiena]

Hi! Which strings model and gauge in this video?

[@bgp6656]

Been thinking about the dreadnought D15M without the distressed look and I was wondering, will this do well for bluegrass flatpicking? I know it's probably a better idea to save up for a D18 but a D18 just doesn't really call to me. Maybe if I get this a D28 will join it a few years down the line.

[@Sharakomusic]

Non distressed is cooler.. Imagine how shifty this will look when worn for real. It'll be all distressed with a clean spot where you wore it out.

[@bgp6656]

@@Sharakomusic I know, I agree with you. I'm sorry if I made that unclear, but I do not like the distressed look. If I get a 15 series, it'll be the plain one.

[@Sharakomusic]

I had 3 of the 000-15sm they're awesome but they are light and you can't put medium strings on them or they'll warp the guitar.

[@a.j.schuler6785]

I own this and a D-18 Modern Deluxe. This guitar is just as people describe - really warm and easy to play and balanced. The D-18 has a lot more muscle, is brighter, and has a bit more sustain for a rich, ringing tonality if you want to let the sound just ring. That's especially true of my MD but it will also be true of a standard with the sitka spruce top. So it's really about how you want to play. I would not call the 000-15M regular or Streetmaster versions great strummers, especially this version with no pick guard. If you want to play a little bolder and you include more than light, parlor room strumming in your playing, the 000-15M will be overpowered and get a little buzzy. The D-18 with medium strings is ready to belt but with the mahogany back and sides it still has beautiful, even tone through the mid range, which the D-28 does not feature as much. The D-18 is not hard to play by any means but this little baby is butter. The width at the neck for this is slightly thinner at 1 11/16 inches whereas the nut for the D-18 is 1.75 or 1 12/16, if that matters to you. I love both of them but I use them for different things. The D-18 to me feels more versatile, and the 000-15M feels more softly specialized, but that's dependent on how I play.

[@cglass8277]

​@@a.j.schuler6785 the street masters sound amazing strummed both the 000 and dreadnought

[@USNAVDC]

Ian...you can make the Martin 000-10E sound really good....but compare it to this video of the 000-15M and can really tell the difference. That mahogany 000-15M just sings!

[@rafaor2920]

that's guitar was played a lot of time. she's slightly opened 🙂

[@codking82]

are you running line out from sapphire to a camera?

[@ianmeadows6351]

Nope, audio recorded into Logic and bounced, then synced up to video in editing software.

[@codking82]

@@ianmeadows6351 man how are you getting those nice highs and lows? and clear transients. I got an apollo twin running to a macbook and its nice but not clear enough and i always have to normalize gain in logic to boost gain

[@ianmeadows6351]

Hmmm. Not quite sure honestly. The mic is always about 10 inches from the 14th fret, and the room isn't particularly special. It might just be the KSM, I have found that it records acoustic guitar extremely well with that method. Better then my 414 even

[@codking82]

@@ianmeadows6351 i must be missing something or doing something wrong the thing with playback is im recording and playing back through my macbook which sounds nice but when i playback through other computers or my iphone it sounds like butt

[@johngeddes7894]

Makes a difference to be ferritic or non ferritic

[@douglasboyd8475]

Why don’t they make these electric?

[@haggishead7558]

Is this an easy play guitar or is it somewhat difficult to play?

[@MrBassmanmikeS]

So easy to play - it’s the most comfortable acoustic guitar that I have ever played!

[@silviodilalla3093]

where is made? USA?

[@jonathanpearl6615]

Nazareth PA.

[@3cardmonty602]

Just bought a Streetmaster yesterday. I traded a MIM GPRS1 all-Sapele Martin In for the Streetmaster. Projects and sustains much more than an all-Sapele guitar. Sapele is good for back & side wood, but not for top wood.

[@letitbe978]

please compare d-15 special vs d-15m

[@johngeddes7894]

At no 15% he prolly have to get an Applause or a Escoban type Spanish affect

[@southfoomba8830]

Warm tone guitar, I love it. Please provide me with the information about the capo you're using in this video.

[@ianmeadows6351]

It's a Daddario NS Pro. Great, simple capo. Not too expensive either.

[@southfoomba8830]

@@ianmeadows6351 Thanks, Very kind of you. Excellent play too.

[@PreacherAtArrakeen]

"relatively affordable." lol. Thing sounds amazing, though.

[@jmdbb]

Preacher At Arrakeen compared to a standard series Martin. This guitar can be had for about 1k compared to 1900 for a 18 series and up from there for the other models.

[@PreacherAtArrakeen]

@@jmdbb here, they go for about €1,700. Things are always more expensive in Europe.

[@danielsan2349]

I'd say it is, just got mine for around $1k on ebay, open box with a 1 year warranty

[@apostle7772]

Jesus christ is coming repent choose him today he loves you. .

[@SuperEdge67]

Does he play a Martin.

[@telefan2]

Stop talking shite and enjoy the guitar and playing.

[@user-om4mf9rs3z]

How much are these? I got one for $350

[@ianmeadows6351]

Wow, that's an awesome deal man

[@BrewerUMich91]

$1400

[@brin57]

Was it a Martin or a Sigma!!

[@georgebesios9713]

Great guitar and playing! Can anyone tell me if it is possible to adjust a pickguard? Thanks in advance

[@johngeddes7894]

Just glue on a few strategic guitar picks right where you want ‘em and make it your way

[@brin57]

That sounds so good. Can't work out why it sounds better than the 000-15m. I thought the only difference was cosmetic. Also, that is the weirdest wornout guitar look I've seen. Looks like it's been to hell and back. Maybe they should have thrown in a few deep gouges as well 😂

[@cglass8277]

Thinner finish which affects the tone!

[@juhan9117]

wow...looks flamed

[@ianmeadows6351]

It sure has an interesting look...

[@gibby6904]

This sounds better and more open than the standard 000-15? Is it the finish? Just a fluke? All Martin's are not created equal..I do know this must be Sipo or some equivalent....Martin uses their "genuine" mahogany on 18 and up series...my 00-15 retro is a great sounding guitar that just keeps getting better and it's all Sipo....top , back and sides

[@johngeddes7894]

Do you disagree? Tell the OP

[@cglass8277]

Streetmaster got a thinner finish which affects the tone

[@donefinished]

Just got mine. Broke my wrist just before. So I just stare at it.

[@donefinished]

@chris rocco started playing it now the actions to high.

[@travisniles6800]

Beard looks great bro

[@ianmeadows6351]

haha thanks my dude

[@bjamminsincebirth3494]

Played this one at Guitar Center today. Amazing sound. One complaint. No pickup and no real case. Wow. $1400. Kind of a deal breaker for me. At least give one or the other.

[@haus05]

Benjamin DeMers yeah I agree man ... (except for the pickup part ... nice to have a true acoustic) anything over 800 should come standard with a hard shell case ! Much like when I bought my acoustasonic telecaster... gig bag and no locking tuners like wtf 2599 and I get a backpack lol

[@WobblerRagdoll]

Tell the shop to throw in a nice hard case and they probably will. Worth a shot.

[@johngeddes7894]

You need to make an appointment

[@bwanaebisu]

I bought one and the shop threw in a hard shell case.

[@SuperEdge67]

I loved the tone , but no case was a deal breaker. Then one day I just said stuff it I’m getting it anyway. I haven’t regretted it. This guitar is a keeper. I’ll have it till I die. It’s amazing. You can always buy a case later.

[@OneAffected]

👍

[@jaeyooncho2712]

Hi Ian! How about comparing 00015m vs 00015m st master?

[@johngeddes7894]

Hey how bout a Denver omelette?

[@johngeddes7894]

About 6 nine 80.

[@MrTonkersT]

4:04-4:08 there's a nasty buzz. Sorry to ask but is this the guitar or your playing?

[@cannabiskreations]

Probably the action is too low.

[@johngeddes7894]

Maybe one too many bong hits for you, bro.

[@MrTonkersT]

@@johngeddes7894 😬

[@softsouthernknight]

Obviously a hide glue instrument. Bet the Mahogany neck joint is likely old school Martin too.

[@jonathanpearl6615]

It has the newer simple dovetail joint and no hide glue.

[@softsouthernknight]

@@jonathanpearl6615 Sounds like a regular neck joint with hide glue.

[@Max_94]

Gibson uses hide glue for all acoustics, I think Martin only does it for the highest end models and the custom shop.

[@brin57]

Please tell me why it is "obviously" a hide glue instrument ? Can you also tell different brands of battery in the pre-amp as well?

[@softsouthernknight]

@@brin57 Just from the sound and sustain from the neck joint to the frets. Sounds like a really light guitar with good bracing and intonation to the bridge. Non-hide glue guitars tend to be be heavier.

[@LoveOneAnotherHeSaid]

Affordable .. relatively. Have your relative pay.

[@GoldtopDude]

Mmmmm, sounds like old wood……😎

[@ianmeadows6351]

Heck yeah

[@letitbe978]

Please compare d15m vs d15m streetmaster