Martin 000-15M (The acoustic guitar of my dreams)

[@djross2043]

My dream guitar too. Took me till 65 to get it. Raised my children, enjoying my grandchildren, no mortgage, affordability and fading all the rest. 1 acoustic, one electric, one amp. Simplifying life.

[@ChrisEffort]

I love your approach Ross! Thanks for sharing. It’s all about the little things.

[@zensational.]

Glad ya got her finally sir! Truly a blessing to own. Something most people will never understand.

[@teleguy5699]

67, but I too found my Martin. I'm not a snob, but I knew in my guitar journey I would buy one. As a lefty, it's not easy.

[@JKlasen]

@@ChrisEffort let's jam

[@stevefurley4064]

Beautiful talent, what ability.

[@johnfoti7956]

I got mine a few years ago. It gets better with each passing year. Im 76. It will outlast me. A masterpiece of craftsmanship.

[@ChrisEffort]

@@johnfoti7956 Amazing! Thanks for sharing. It ages gracefully. Just like people :-)

[@GB-rs8cz]

You are one of the few people I’ve seen play this guitar properly. Everyone else just wails on it like it’s a dreadnought. This guitar has a sweet and gentle sound.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you so much G B

[@douglasholdenjr.45]

Spot on, brotha!!!!

[@douglasholdenjr.45]

Amen, brotha!!! It wasn't made to "bang around" on. Great playing, buddy!!! I love the sound of "Hog" guitars!!!

[@chow_land]

this was my first thought as well. The only 00-15 demo video I've watched where I actually enjoy what I'm hearing!

[@IanBroon1]

On the lookout for a guitar Yamaha fg3, Eastman e1d or for a bit more £s Martin 00015m? Opinion much appreciated.

[@mickymillersson4376]

I've had my 00015 for around 5 yrs now and no matter how much I try to make any of my other 5 acoustics my favourite that darn Martin keeps showing me just how special she is!

[@koujisakurai4256]

I was wondering whether to buy 00015 or 00018, but after listening to your performance I decided to buy 00015

[@wt42ds]

Welp, that’s how you demo a guitar. Fantastic playing. The recording quality is so so good.

[@ChrisEffort]

Really appreciate your kind words, thank you!

[@cloguitar]

I have this guitar too!

[@OIIIIIIIO.17]

@@ChrisEffort did you use external mic?

[@aaronlarsen7447]

It certainly sounds great. This guy is doing it right. This model has been a real hit. You can't go wrong.

[@bridgetpollock6760]

I have a 00015m on order. It should be delivered on Monday. I'm so excited!

[@ChrisEffort]

Wow! I’m so excited for you! I bet your Monday is gonna be better than most.

[@lukeponsonby7926]

Mines just arrived today and I’m feeling all emotional here, I’ve gotta get as good as you now and then I can die a happy man… love your playing

[@zensational.]

This has been my dream guitar for a decade, and I finally got it last year.. Everything i need and nothing i dont. I don't need a bunch of abalone shell or other fancy inlays that don't directly support tone quality. I don't need the flash, just the soul. And every day, it manages to sound better somehow.

[@augustopreto]

I just got my 000-15M 3 days ago, greatly due to how this video inspired me. Your music is amazing, keep playing, keep posting

[@joshjenkinson1929]

One of the best bits of acoustic playing I’ve ever seen. Perfect sound and music.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you, sincerely!

[@NicholasANappiNick]

Played one yesterday in guitar center prefer it over j45 was surprised 🤩🤩🤩

[@marcreno893]

I love this guitar too. I’ve had one for about 6 years and still watch videos of other people playing theirs too… same with d18’s

[@ChrisEffort]

Yeah it’s quite inspirational to hear how other creative minds make their guitar sound.

[@drummerdiaries1520]

Signed in so I could leave a comment… bro wtf that first song is beautiful, do you have Spotify or what - forgot I was shopping around for a guitar and just listened to that jam a few times on repeat … damn

[@ABBYDOG26]

Perfect playing, Perfect sound, tone and bass . And gotta mention the lighting and cameraman. Excellent job by all! Please post more of this amazing art!

[@williammarshall7750]

Best demo of this beautiful guitar I've seen. Thanks so much for posting this.

[@synepster]

The first song you played is just so so beautiful!

[@kentoskentos8428]

The song starting at 3:32 short as it was, took me to an incredible place. Awesome playing for sure.

[@LivingOurDreams1950s]

I can't think of the title but it is a song.

[@stevencavin]

Sure the guitar sounds great, but it's your playing that really makes it shine! 😮‍💨👏

[@aceejay]

that first song you played is just soo much emotion going on and literally if you closed your eyes. Man, it's like an journey full of obsticle but you made it out kinda vibe. Btw, im getting this soon ! can't wait man Cheers !

[@marcreno893]

I agree it’s masterfully played, and the perfect guitar for the job

[@ricardoraulino-guitar]

Amazing playing, Brother.. That’s absolutely an outstanding tone this guitar got

[@ChrisEffort]

Thanks so much brother!

[@garyberg8072]

You, my friend, have an amazing gift. Thanks for sharing it with us. Such beautiful playing. I could listen in peace all day.

[@davidcudlip6587]

This and the Guild M20 are great little Mahog boxes. You brought out the sweetness in this guitar.

[@conor1423]

I'm starting to really want one of these

[@sarahlizzy6033]

Beautiful. Just recently got a 00-15M and I’m in love. Your other video helped me decide so thanks!

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you Sarah! I’m glad to hear I could help you decide. The 00-15 is equally as amazing.

[@mariodriessen9740]

Same story here. I ordered a 00-15m. Both the 000 and the 00 sound amazing, but I went for a little more comfort of a slightly smaller body. I still don't have it though. It should arrive at the end of may. Hard to wait so long, but I know it'll be worth it.

[@neilgrist5303]

@@ChrisEffort what do you think vs the sm? Trying to decide. 000 m vs sm

[@ChrisEffort]

@@neilgrist5303 Hi Neil Do you mean SM as in StreetMaster or SM in 12 fret slotted headstock? It does confuse people a bit it seems.

[@neilgrist5303]

@@ChrisEffort 12 fret

[@bartsloat2108]

Dollar for dollar - best guitar made. Tone, clarity and sustain equal to or better than many more expensive guitars.

[@ChrisEffort]

I totally agree Bart! Amazing series.

[@PeteVitale-u2l]

Thank you for this. You just convinced me to get one today...and I did!

[@RobertHOnealMusic]

Hands down, best demo ever of this outstanding guitar!!!❤

[@blackmetalgran7279]

Yes, like a hug. Soothing. Soft, gentle, dark, cozy. By the fire. I'm glad you hit a little cowboy sounding stuff. Old time sounds that are natural, that merge with this guitar. It's reason for being. What I have been hoping to find. I felt it hold it's hand out to me. It talks. Thank so much for your post.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thanks so much! Appreciate it bud

[@GUITARISTED]

Wonderfully warm and inviting. Nice tapestry.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thanks man! Appreciate it

[@llr199]

Just wow 🤯

[@ChrisEffort]

Thanks Lukas, really appreciate it!

[@lotus-e-clan]

Great guitar. Great sound. Great tunes. Great guitarist!

[@kentoskentos8428]

This is so sweet. I have a Martin 0-18 and looking to get an 0015M.

[@yellowdrops5690]

Agreed, the Martin 000-15M's are amazing guitars!

[@ChrisEffort]

They really are. I haven’t been able to find any other guitar that inspires me the way this one do.

[@yellowdrops5690]

@@ChrisEffort And that mahogany aroma...wow! haha

[@ChrisEffort]

@@yellowdrops5690 Haha YES! It’s transcendent

[@jammer777]

Bought a 00015m a couple years ago and I rarely play my Taylor 816CE anymore. Such a sweet sound!

[@LPManic]

Ah Chris - I was all set on getting a D-15M and now your fantastic playing and sound has made me question everything! Ha! What to do...?!!???

[@cyberstace58]

Awesome is all i can say :) I have one of these but i cant make it sound as beautiful as that :)

[@stringlocker]

The Wonder of new acoustic guitar strings. Two weeks of Heaven.

[@joshuacall4356]

Great playing and guitar. I got mine 10 years ago or so and it was the first real good guitar I ever bought and always go back to it even after owning several other high end guitars.

[@jonmurphy776]

Be thou most brave and courageous! 🔥

[@royfrench5322]

Wow - what demo - you have really done the 000 15m justice.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you so much Roy!

[@asbinder8]

Yes, the first song in this video largely inspired me to pull the trigger and buy the same guitar (been looking at it for a while). While most of us will never play nearly as masterfully as you, nor will we produce such wonderful pieces, we surely won't be able to blame the guitar. I see you've since picked up the SM, and you play beautifully on it too (of course). Good stuff, and good luck to you.

[@rileyelliott8063]

Man it sound so good.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thanks so much Riley!

[@anthonyward8587]

I would love to be able to play guitar like that. Absolutely the tastiest songs I have heard in ages. Cheers from Australia. :)

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you Anthony! Appreciate it mate. All the best to you from Denmark.

[@sierraromeowhisky]

Seriously fella, you're really "selling" yourself and these guitars, an absolute delight to listen to!

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you Stephen! That’s incredibly kind of your to say

[@Akukog]

My Dream Acoustic Guitar and focused sound balanced Highs and Low Frequencies... Nice to listen to ... and play.

[@jroc2201]

Excellent,well played, I have one of these,love it

[@thewoodstrider]

This video is the most beautiful I've ever seen, you managed to get the essence of the guitar out, I could listen to this all day ♥️ Thanks a lot for sharing with us ! Btw I’ve subscribed! Cheers from Japan !

[@daviromano603]

One of the most beautiful things I've ever heard. I hope I can get one of this in my hands one day. Thanks for the vid!

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you Davi, that is so kind of you. I appreciate that a lot!

[@diezelvh4133]

The video doesn't do it justice either. Best guitar I've ever heard. The low end leaves me in awe everytime.

[@ChrisEffort]

@@diezelvh4133 I’m not sure any video will ever do an acoustic guitar the justice it deserves. It’s a really rewarding feeling playing one of these 15 series Martin’s. I haven’t tried a dud yet. If you get the chance to try a 12 fret 15SM you are in for a treat.

[@michaelyolch79]

I owned a pair of these and loved them. But now I play the 00-15M which doesn’t get nearly the love it deserves!

[@AlanStransman]

I don't need anything more than this video to motivate me to buy this guitar.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you Alan, I’m glad you found it useful

[@LivingOurDreams1950s]

3:31 I know that song but I can't place it. Please list the song Chris Effort

[@modern.day.meditations]

Wonderful, I love it! I have a D15M and from time to time I come to listen to these mahogany sisters as I am in love with their sound.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you! I would love to try a D15 one day, or even demo it on the channel. I love this mahogany guitars too.

[@jameshastings7095]

It doesn't get much better than this👏👏👏👏♥️🕊👍

[@Patrick.Kopytowski]

Je peux écouter des heures en boucle

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you so much

[@dougyc8108]

Man what an amazing sound. That Guitar can easily rival any Taylor or Gibson

[@Temmple]

Great playing on a great guitar. Well done. Thinking of a 000-15SM soon.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thanks Erik I haven’t tried one, but I’m sure it’s a fun guitar. I love the slotted headstock.

[@adamscottv]

I'd get the 14 fret unless you never play up the neck. I had a 12 fret Martin that sounded great, but access gets annoying. I ended up selling it and getting a 14, much happier now.

[@widam]

beautiful songs

[@jamesdtownsend]

Chris, thank you for sharing your music and musicianship. I have watched 1000s of guitar demos and I have rarely been touched by such graceful playing. You bring an incredible personality to your playing. I stumbled across your review of the Cordoba C5-CE but then got digging into your other videos. Thank you.

[@ChrisEffort]

What a generous thing of you to say - This made my day! Thank you James, sincerely.

[@theseoldhands532]

Wow man stellar playing and sound ❤ makes me want to buy one 🎉

[@ChrisEffort]

Thanks bud!

[@rainman3628]

You are a very inspiring player Chris. I ended up with the 0015M. It’s definitely a keeper!

[@ChrisEffort]

@@rainman3628 Thank you buddy

[@stevebrooks9119]

Sold my D28 and bought a 00015m...never looked back...fantastic...

[@ChrisEffort]

@@stevebrooks9119 I’d go as far as to say that a 000-15 speaks the truth. Congrats man!

[@LukeMTB]

Agree with everyone - best playing I've heard on this guitar. Martin should hire you for all demos - I'm sold on getting this one.

[@MartijnBergen]

Hi Chris, i think you would love the Furch Blue OM-MM as well. Beautiful playing always. M

[@satchiemusicprod7347]

Great sound, futhermore the Lewitt is very good to capture all the nuances.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you Satchie. Yeah the Lewitt ain’t no slouch.

[@claytonmatherne7062]

You crushed this demo.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thanks bud!

[@PPKSuhonen]

So nice guitar.. your playing is so smooth also, i've been looking sigma OOOM-15, it's similar like that but Martin is martin..

[@WordSpiritLife]

This was so good Chris. Great dynamics. Thanks for blessing us with this. I only wish this was on audio somewhere other than youtube. Great job. The song you played at 3:31... Fire. You tell stories beautifully.

[@galaxies4ever]

You're first song is beautiful. Literally Brought tears to my eyes.

[@ChrisEffort]

@@galaxies4ever Thank you! Appreciate it man.

[@USNAVDC]

The 15 series of Martin guitars are my favorites. There something really beautiful in it's simplicity and the special sound of mahogany sounds great to my ears.

[@ChrisEffort]

I absolutely agree, and it smells amazing too

[@USNAVDC]

@@ChrisEffort The simplicity makes it one of the most beautiful guitars Martin makes. I love all the Martin 15-Ms. Beautiful tunes... and they sound great on that guitar! Thanks for posting.

[@sydneyatutahi3927]

Beautiful Sound 🎉 Your talent is Art my friend 🔥

[@danielgannon9502]

Fantastic...again! Now I need a 000-15m to go along with my 000-15sm!

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you Daniel

[@AlexandreGrison]

Beautiful playing, it tells so much. I am a beginner looking at buying a better music companion, looking at this 00015m, you definitely moved me and now I want this one, also after seeing so much good comments about it. Keep up the good music !

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you Alexandre. If you have the cash to spend they are definitely well spend on a Martin 000-15m!

[@AlexandreGrison]

@@ChrisEffort Ahah just so you know I found a second hand one and bought it last week, so it was really quick. I love it !

[@davidvillen3248]

I have tried two in recent years but none of them sounded good, on guitars, it is already known that not all sound the same even though they are the same model. But it is a model that I will keep trying until I find mine. I love the 000. Great sound, I'm on the mic and the compositions are fantastic, as is the guitar player :) you play fantastic.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you very much David! I hope you find the one soon

[@wmrustycox]

Love my 000 15 SM.... cannot beat it... great for finger picking

[@anhadsinha4737]

Chris, I have just discovered your channel today and I am hooked! You are such an amazing and unique musician. Your channel definetly stands out. I am currently binging all of your videos and am very eager to see new videos from you.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you so much, your comment made my day!

[@fieldvisiontv]

Traded in a 30 year old vintage Taylor (a little too big and bright sounding) and added a few hundred to buy this beauty. Smooth buttery sound, fantastic easy on the hand neck. Play it nearly every day.

[@daciuk8]

One of the best demos of a guitar ever on Utube,bravo Chris 👍🇬🇧👍

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you Paul, that’s so nice of you to say.

[@Andrey1308K]

Amazing guitar and beautifull playing ❤ . I bought 000-m15 streetmaster. It was my dream acoustic guitar.

[@cmoreno12345]

Wow. You make the guitar truly shine.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you so much

[@igorpanov1245]

What's a pleasure!

[@munkeatphotography]

Beautiful playing and I think you did this guitar justice… simply sounds amazing . Sooo tempted to get this guitar now !

[@MichaelBlocksom]

Man! Your playing is incredible. That first tune is so beautiful too. Gonna have to try to learn that off here lol. It reminds me of something but I can’t put my finger on it.

[@Javier-bj6ct]

What a beautyfull video.

[@MazmurAlam]

Beautifull🤩 that’s the guitar of my dream also. Someday i’ll get it 😇

[@ovitoralbuquerque]

Beautiful, my friend.

[@deanlockamy2087]

I just love the look of a mahogany guitar, but for me nothing sounds better than spruce tops. You're playing this one is really nice.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thanks man, appreciate it a lot

[@Arbuckle_A]

Incredible playing. i aspire to this. Martin should just give you the one of your choosing! (I like the ooo-15sm)

[@752brickie]

Beautiful playing !!!! Thank you !!!

[@padbender2972]

Been my stable favourite for 15 years. Beautiful playing and exceptional recording.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you Pad, I really appreciate it

[@glyman1212]

Soul full.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you!

[@scottfishkind5335]

Sounds incredible! Beautiful playing and a recording!!

[@antalantal2366]

Thank you for posting this beautiful and inspiring video. The OOO-15M is a very lovely guitar indeed. I own one with a sunburst finish and I used to have a D-15 but I do prefer this smaller body beauty mainly because of a more balanced sound.The 000 is still rooted in a mid-range realm but the high register manages to cut through in a resounding way. A resounding disposition in the higher register that my old D-15 was devoid of. Last thought: the 15 series is very likely the best selling range of Martin guitars and it is kind of strange that they do not plan a special edition with some extra specs.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you very much, it would indeed be very cool if they released a special edition, perhaps with a thin gloss finish like on some of their custom shop models.

[@davidarnold6376]

Martin has released several other limited/special models in the 15 series. DSS-15M Streetmaster and the GPC 15ME Special Streetmaster and now the 000-16 Streetmaster

[@antalantal2366]

@@davidarnold6376 I know but I would definitely not consider the streetmasters as limited since we can very easily find them. Actually, my local music store has on display more streetmasters than standard models! In addition, from a very personal and debatable point of view, I do not consider them as "special" either. Indeed, the specs are not that far from "simple and lovely jane standard 15" : no gloss finish, no special inlays or binding...

[@davidarnold6376]

@@antalantal2366 Actually if you re-read the post, I did not say "all" the streetmasters were limited, the D's and 000's are plentiful I stated the GPC15M Special Streetmaster which is stamped "Special" on the neck block is special and limited. As for the DSS-15M, my point was it is limited because it's gone and they only made a limited run, now discontinued. There are a few out there though.

[@antalantal2366]

@@davidarnold6376 Fair enough : I misinterpreted your post.The GPC15M is definitely what i would define as "special".

[@hcdubs]

Also my dream acoustic, but the slotted headstock version. Lovely playing.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thanks Henry

[@superorangeish]

This will sell this guitar.Nice playing

[@ChrisEffort]

Thanks man, I really appreciate that

[@carmineiuvone]

Lovely hug and great playing! I owned a 0015m Custom (gloss) that I loved but I let her go for a bigger sounding 00015SM that I love too.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thank you very much! Oh man, I’d love to try one of those one day. It’s definitely on my list. Such a shame that it’s discontinued.

[@mikemclatchey2929]

So so good. I've had my 00015m since 2014....gets better every year. Thank you for sharing.

[@ruechel]

Lovely playing. Awesome guitar

[@clayhaskell4359]

Love the first song! Very soulful and so pretty, thank you! I will be getting a 00015M in the near future!

[@peterlangford8240]

You wont regret buying a 000-15m, I have owned one for almost two years now and absolutely love it. So comfortable and easy to play with a magical tone.

[@blindboy1787]

Lovely playing that brings out the sound of the 000-15M. I have had one since 2014 and love playing it, and it sounds fantastic through an LR Baggs and an AER. Just beautiful when finger picking.

[@ChrisEffort]

Thanks man! I really love the sound of the 000-15! I’m trying to hunt down a 15SM to take it for a spin.