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[@hankhendrix2779]

You rock

[@rodneyharris8776]

A frend of mine has a Martinez witch I have at the moment but I have a epiphany. I don't know how to play g uhh guitar I'm lourning the harmonica and the keyboard.

[@gerardojoel2526]

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[@cameronjames5960]

@Gerardo Joel Instablaster =)

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[@demontana8769]

My college roommate back in the early 60's bay area was a guitarist. He did studio work for a lot of bay area bands of the day, eagles, grateful dead, blue cheer, neil young were a few. He found a 1935 martin for sale at a guitar store in Palo Alto. We didn't have much money in those days and I remember selling almost everything we had to get the 3800 dollars it cost. ( a fortune in those days ). It was worth it just to see the look on his face when we got it home. He made good money with it, so he managed to pay most of it back in a couple of years. I told him to forget what I'd given him. It was good enough to hear him practice on the front porch with it :>) I'm pretty sure he still has it and still plays it. With love and respect from the west: DeMontana

[@jacquescousteau217]

That’s incredible I lived in Palo Alto ,and there was only one guitar store - this was before Gryphon - a friend of mine happened to own the store. It was in Menlo Park actually. I think it was called Guitars Unlimited ? I’m having a brain fart. Bill Courtial was the owner. Bill was a jazz player. All the guys that worked there were jazz players. I also got some sessions out of that. Steven Whiting wrote jungles. Vince Gauraldi ,and Don Grusin were playing in the area. The point being ,and I’m talking 1970. Guitars were dirt cheap as opposed to today. I sold my 1962-3 Martin D 28 for I believe $250-$300, bought a D 45 ( not a better dreadnut than than the 28, just more bling )

[@markcarleton6647]

So nice to hear your playing and see your enthusiasm! I own a Martin OM18 and OM28. They’re wonderful instruments and such a joy to play.

[@anthonypintor1023]

I played an OM-28 in a shop in California last year and fell in love with it immediately. I finally managed to get to a place where I can drop the money on one and so I placed my order for it earlier today. So unbelievably excited for it to arrive in a few days!

[@stevetalent8255]

I love the smell of my Martin. It's the rosewood smell. I bought a Brazilian rosewood board about 45 years ago. I finally got around to using some of in a project about 2 years ago. When I ran it through my bandsaw the scent was almost intoxicating. It is named for the scent.

[@gazelli]

I've had a D-41, for 22 years. Every time I pick it up, I still think how fortunate I am having such a beautiful guitar.

[@edwardberg4631]

I feel the exact same way about my M-38.

[@samhatman6536]

And every time you walk by it will say, "Play with me." Every time you play its voice will be calling out to you, "Write a song with me." I know because mine calls every day now for 57 years. How wonderful Mary!

[@drjcwardjr]

Congratulations on your OM 28 e...the more you play it the more it grows in sound and responsiveness! I Bought my Martin D-28 in 2007...new! Had a professional luthier set it up to my “low” preferences and make and install new bone nut and bone saddle and install bone bridge pins. Beautiful balance, tone, resonance and sustain. When playing it you hear and actually feel the warm vibrations! Play it almost every day. The sound board has really opened up over the years and it is such a pleasure to play!

[@keoni927]

Hi Mary! I'm a guitar smeller from way back myself. I have a 1995 Martin D-18 and it STILL smells great and sounds better with age. Seriously, I am happy for you and your new guitar. I love your playing and this guitar compliments your beautiful voice perfectly. I am now a subscriber to your channel and wish you the best with your music. Thank you for making the world a better place with your music Mary!

[@jerrylavalley32]

Just started playing after 50 years (bucket list item), and got a Martin Road Series GPCRSGT, and I love it, and having a blast learning to play again.

[@cosmictravo]

Beautiful guitar and playing/singing. My dad gave me his "58 Martin years ago and it is a treasure and still sounds great!

[@tinysteelorchestra]

Today I got my first Martin and it's exactly this model... I am utterly delighted with it so far. Apart from being beautiful the tone is just out of this world, and the most exciting thing is knowing the sound will only improve with age! Wonderful playing and singing too! Hope you're still enjoying it just as much 😃😃

[@peterdebad1]

Love my Martin. Enjoy yours in good health!! Congratulations!!

[@rogerdowe85]

I've had my OM28 for about 30 years now. Every year it improves. It's sounding absolutely beautiful and I've never had anything done to it. You have many years of playing a beautiful guitar ahead of you. Enjoy. I bought mine in the eighties from Chris Martin as he was doing a UK promotion tour which included Norwich. What a great evening that was. I remember him saying "when you buy a new Martin that's the worst it's going to sound." He was right. It just keeps improving.

[@toralfschmidtschneider4866]

The Soul Of All Acoustic Guitars😍 9:25 A Dream Of Song, Voice and Feeling-I Love This Song!

[@mokusami]

Please, what is the name of this song?

[@albertpsaros3435]

I have an om28 and I absolutely adore it. It's been my dream guitar... every time I play it I'm blown away. Definitely my lifetime guitar

[@RollieFingers59]

Sweet! I’ve been wanting one for a long, long time. Enjoy it and I can’t wait to hear the music you create with it!!!

[@amosketo]

Martin OM-28e.. Ohhh My.. 💖 How beautiful!!

[@stephenquick3370]

I’m so glad you have a Martin. They are such fine guitars aren’t they? I have a 2017 D-28.

[@j_freed]

SWOONINGLY beautiful tone, and I'm glad this guitar found you.

[@williss9995]

Truly a joy to see your excitement over the arrival of your new Martin OM-28e. I can relate to the thrill of that first new Martin acquisition. Even so, I expect even those who don't play guitar have to be captivated by your excitement and smile. Thanks also for sharing your talent which thanks to a random KZbin algorithm I have just begun to discover. May fortune smile on you Mary Spender!

[@michaela71]

I recently got a Martin 000X1AE. Not as upscale as your OM-28E, but I still love it. Action, tone, and playability are superb.

[@stroopwafel6141]

Oh wow, Mary becoming a Big Spender. Gorgeous and great sounding Martin.

[@corgijack1]

I too have a Martin, a dcpa4. Always wanted a Martin and finally bought one at 49. Just love the smell of it! Sounds weird but it's true. Have fun with your new Martin. Always love to hear you play!

[@owen4255]

Somehow I felt like you’ve talked the best things out of this Martin OM28, and very stunning playing, I personally enjoyed very much, thanks for the great work.

[@BeardedBluesDude]

I've played every type of acoustic guitar I could get my hands on. Something about a Martin just sounds so good to me. Taylor's are nice and they have a unique sound too. For me though it has to be a Martin. Congrats on the new guitar!

[@slw59]

I bought the re-imagined 000-28 Martin six months ago and I'm totally in love with it.

[@michaelionkin7465]

@Jon Oz I have an OM21 reimagined - really nice. But now I'll still get the ooo28 reimagined. I use OM21 for fingerpicking, strumming and jazz style playing. The shortscale of the 00028 will give you more bass - this really kicks in for bluesy fingerstyle and also fingerpicking. I compared them 1:1 and some songs sounded better on the one some on the other. But both are really top. When deciding between OM21 and OM28 I would go with the 21 as it is just less bling and cheaper.

[@slw59]

@Jon Oz I had a long time to make a decision because a Martin was simply too expensive! I'd go to the shop I trusted (McCabe's in L.A.) and the #1 first decision was body size, what felt good in my arms. I thought if it doesn't feel comfortable, I'm not going to want to play it. I knew I didn't want a dreadnaught since I'd had one before and it always felt a little too big, especially the depth. I tried the 0,00,& 000 sizes and the 000 just felt right. The real issue came down to 000 or OM since the bodies are the same. The store didn't have both at the same time which was a bummer! The other big question was wood selection, mahogany or rosewood. I assumed I wanted mahogany because of its rounded, warm tone. Once I played rosewood though, there was no going back. I fell in love with the sound instantly. Finally, the store got a 000-28 and an OM-28 at the same time! I found a quiet room in the back of the store late one evening and played both, side by side, for an hour. The 000-28 just spoke to me more. So, I realized that once you get the size right and the type of wood right, it's then just a matter of which one speaks to you more. Volume wise (I play mostly chords) the 000-28 is plenty loud enough.

[@windmillcancersurvivor2568]

I love that you are able to make this happen, it is beautiful!!

[@documentalist-NL]

Beautiful guitar, beautiful voice, beautiful song in the end. Just a perfect video again Mary! Gratz on the new guitar, make more beautiful stuff with her!

[@bkmeisenburg6787]

I've had the OMC-28E model since 2008 and love it. I thought I was the only one that smelt it! Ha Ha! Beautiful video.

[@joechip1232]

That new guitar face XD Is there a greater joy in life? Congrats! :D

[@Hammerman48]

That moment where you open the case for the first time!......so special. It looks beautiful, and you play it so well. I reckon you’ll own it forever, and it will only get better with age.....enjoy!

[@antonyhadjion8376]

Nice guitar. I felt the excitement with you as you unpacked it! I finally found my Martin after searching for the past two years. I bought a second hand Martin 000-28 made in 1993. It sounds great! I hope you enjoy yours for many years! ❤️

[@WarrenPostma]

loooooovely. jealous. also I love when people talk about HOW they get into the state where they can write songs. THANK you. I have a sigma made in the martin factory. it's my baby.

[@johndavies5023]

When I bought my CEO 7 a few years ago the first thing I did when I opened the case was to pick it up and smell it😅 ( Mmmmm...smells like fresh Martin). Glad I'm not the only one. The best part is the guitar sounds more spectacular with each passing year. Makes me smile every time I play it.

[@erinjoy8338]

John Davies hey do you still love it? I’ve been considering getting one of those for years and I think this year may be the year

[@Gibfenez]

Mary, congrats on the new baby. So great to be truly in love with the look, the sound the touch and the smell of Martin. I live close to the factory in Pennsylvania and take frequent tours just to re-experience the smell. Everything about that place is like magic. You are completely wonderful and very deserving of such a beauty. So is.your Martin, Cheers!

[@benwilliard]

The control you have while finger picking, especially in the intro to that song, is incredible.

[@mborel]

That's a beautiful guitar. I've been drooling over a D-28, and hope to get one some day. Nothing sounds like a Martin.

[@andrewf5390]

Just do it, the money will eventually grow back.

[@vinh-haola98]

Taylor K24ce way better imo

[@stephenwevans]

Beautiful tones, beautiful guitar, beautiful singer, beautiful voice . . . it's a perfect fit for you. Thank you for sharing with us!

[@leelenlesueur8863]

I just bought my first Martin and I absolutely love it. Beautiful tone and very well made.

[@brysonproductionsmlbthesho636]

I started playing guitar in 1973 my dad had a Martin double-ought 18 I have a 1987 Martin hd-28 now it sounds beautiful I love your songs your voice and your style of playing

[@knowwhere6446]

Jesus I got transported back to being 17 years old when you mentioned Thekla in Bristol

[@adamaj74]

You made a wise choice with that guitar. You can't beat a Martin. I come from a bluegrass family and have been around them my whole life. My uncle has a 1936 Martin worth around 40k, lol.

[@MusicTherapyLaz]

So happy for you Mary...nothing like a beautiful acoustic to inspire a songwriter! I think the rain added to the song!

[@rodobrien2283]

Glad to see you purchased an orchestra body guitar (om). You deserve every success that comes your way Mary. You seem such a lovely, talented person

[@edwardberg4631]

Beautiful guitar! Of course it’s a Martin. Your joy in owning such a guitar is clearly evident on your face and in your enthusiastic description. Fortunately I know that feeling as well. As the owner of a 2008 Martin M-38, I am always in awe of the fact I get to own such an amazing instrument that speaks to my very soul. We Martin owners are truly blessed.

[@doomstar2472]

Right now I’m cursed, but on Tuesday when this guitar gets here I will finally be blessed and anointed .

[@wildthistle535]

Your feelings about this guitar mirror mine about my D-28. Nothing beats a Martin!

[@paulgeorgia8013]

Congratulations on finding a. Beautiful new love, Mary! You sound brilliant with it I’ve been in love with my D35 for so long and the love just grows stronger

[@imcleod20]

Top class. I also own a lovely Martin OM -28, a 2014 model with the performance neck. I fell in love with it the minute I first held it in the guitar store in Vancouver BC.

[@stevemargol3406]

Hello Mary, I own a Martin D-35 that's older than you. I generally don't make quick decisions but after viewing this video I immediately ordered an OM-28e/LR Baggs. Thanks for the review. I hope you get a commission.

[@shawnadams1693]

Steve Margol How is it, are you still happy?

[@theworld1406]

I seem to find my self more in love with your voice than the guitar, both sound absolutely amazing :)

[@Glenuig]

Such a brilliant guitar review. It sounds so good I honestly had no idea knew they sounded that beautiful. Really nice to your your story with it as well

[@stephenquail3168]

That guitar and your voice together, just awesome.keep on growing

[@graphicism]

Very nice. That will sound great in 40-years, now you just have to wait.

[@RequiemDead]

I am generally a Taylor/Breedlove fan, but that is a fantastic sounding Martin. Very nice!

[@jonmaclennan]

Beautiful guitar and great playing! Congrats Mary!

[@randybecker7339]

Mary, I am the fortunate owner of 2 Martins (and 1 Gibson) but neither of which are an OM-28e (I play dreads). You play beautifully and this guitar matches your voice so well! I can only imagine how you felt when it showed up. You've been an inspiration to me for beginning to write my own songs. Thank you for your music!

[@mojomediamusic]

'Smelt it.' First thing I do when someone hands me a good acoustic guitar. :-)

[@joemusic2882]

Mary, I don’t play guitar but I want to thank you for getting me excited about guitars

[@sooparticular]

lets start playing!

[@MattyK-USA]

Ah Mary, congratulations on your new and lovely Martin! Since you asked, I am somewhere near you there on Cloud Nine as well. Recently received a 1967 Martin 00-18, and I am not overstating things when I say this instrument is a revelation. For a small Martin it is an absolute cannon, and while I got it originally as a player grade guitar for some niche work, I find that I can't seem to set it down. 👌😊🤘🏻💕💕💕

[@FlabbyChick]

Gratz, Mary. I love the "i-still-can't-believe-this" look in your eyes.

[@EricDeibler]

I love my small-body Martin. Throw a set of Martin “Silk & Steel” strings on there and you will have the world’s prettiest sounding guitar.

[@samboelguapo6826]

I have a j45 and a martin drs1 but i have always wanted a more high end Martin as they are so beautiful, awesome guitar you have there Mary.

[@elimculpepper2468]

same actually!

[@jerryspitler7021]

I feel the same way about my Martin, once you play it there is no substitute, I went from only playing my classical to now all tend to play is on the Martin. I t was lovely to meet you on line and hear your beautiful voice and guitar. Cheers!

[@wilkbor]

I bought an entry-level Martin two months ago and really love it.

[@gildavis8266]

Here's a simple clue. The guitar you fall in love with is the one that always sings back to you when you play it. By the way, you have a beautiful voice! :)

I’m thinking about getting myself the clapton signature !!! It’s itching me a lot !!! 🤣

[@brianoverman1203]

Oh this is the guitar I’ve wanted from the moment I saw one ! It fits so well. I’m going to do it, thank you, Brian

[@justincase8533]

Nothing like that new guitar feeling n smell.. Congrats! Well deserved..

[@iznot2]

45 years ago I was looking at a Martin and bought a beautiful Ovation. Which sounded incredible. The difference in price was about $350 at the time. I am still in love with the Ovation 45 years later. Although there are many times I wish I had bought the Martin. The ovation still sounds great but I have to wonder how awesome the Martin would sound after 45 years. I should add that always played an accoustic guitar and only bought my first electric about 10 years ago.

[@Soccernz007]

It's not too late to get the Martin!! In times like these we can't have regrets. I thought "I'll never be good enough for a Martin" Mywife bought me my first.... I loved it.... and practised more..... have since purchased 2 more Martins..... next will be this model. C'mon.... you know you want to. Message me when you buy it and tell me how good it sounds and feels and how good it makes you feel. :)

[@bearlop]

@@Soccernz007 Taylor guitarist here checking out the dark side.

[@Soccernz007]

@@bearlop Nooooo! Say it anin't so!!! Have to admit... I have come close several times to getting a TayTay!! But it felt like I was cheating on my wife.... I just couldn't do it!!

[@samuelg315]

Who else could imagine the smell when she opened that case? I love the smell of my Martin acoustic!

[@merseberger]

Beautiful guitar, your OM-28e! I love my D35 from the 90ies. A guitar for life.

[@easybuck1]

Hey Mary - Thank you! I have a Martin OM-28 Marquis which I have unforgivably been ignoring for the past few months - You have inspired to reach, open and play again. Bless you from fellow a Brit.

[@danielstoddart]

Mary, the OM-28 is also my preferred Martin model. It really is the classic Martin that most other acoustic guitars are based on-you can't go wrong with it. However, I was curious about your comment about plane travel with your guitar and having some issues getting permission to fly with it. Do you have any tips about flying with a guitar? You could probably do a video about this subject.

[@gkjs2003]

I think she’s talking about how airlines are notoriously bad at handling instruments, so a lot of musicians take their guitar as a carry on and I can imagine the people in seats next to them aren’t pleased

[@edwardfestor8726]

Daniel Stoddart I always travel with a guitar. In the US, a musical instrument legally can go in the overhead of an airliner, even though it it oversized, as long as there is room. I used to pay for early boarding to make sure there was room, until a gate person wanted me to gate check my D-28 even though I was entitled to take it as carry on. I had printed a copy of the applicable US law and showed it to her. Things started to escalate. She called her bosses and found that I was right, and rather sheepishly let me on. After that I bought a Voyage Air folding OM guitar, which goes in a foam backpack. I have had it all over the place, with no problems or issues. They wave me on, I put it in the overhead, much less grief. Rosewood guitars are, or were, another issue. You can easily find yourself being accused of being a rosewood smuggler! I had a notarized letter saying that my guitars only had pre-CITEs wood. Not an issue with the Voyage-Air, which is laminated mahogany.

[@IRequireMedication]

@@gkjs2003 I have the same issue with badly behaved children. A person with a guitar cannot bother me.

[@yamahamusicians]

Got to be a 'Mary Spender' signature Martin at some point :)

[@savannaswildnatureworkshop7810]

not necessarily .

[@ScottCamire3367366]

Hi Mary, Beautiful guitar ! I purchased my first Martin in October of 2018 so not to long ago it’s a OMC-28E very similar to your and I love it. The smell of the rosewood to the warm tones I can’t get from another instrument. I love your channel and look forward to seeing and hearing more from You Mary.

[@brucejepson3799]

Love it! Looks and sounds like a great guitar. I have a D35 that's almost 35 years old. Yours will just keep getting better! Enjoy!

[@russellburnham298]

That's a cool table. And the guitar ok too, I guess. :)

[@ChrisPage68]

Fight you for the table! 🤼

[@rottingemptiness]

@@ChrisPage68 , yep , me 2 , the table 🙂👌

[@diabx0r]

BACK OFF, BITCHES! THE TABLE IS MINE! Butter knives at dawn, everyone?

[@rottingemptiness]

@@diabx0r , ok , This means a hardcore table match at .... Smash The Table I (Guitars allowed as a weapon) , Table Champion Wrestling Federation (TCWF) 😎👌😂

[@zardeh63]

It's a-door-able!

[@michaeld.mahoney9106]

Hi Mary, I am a big fan. I love all your videos. I would recommend that you arrange to visit the Martin Factory in Nazareth PA. You will be amazed, they give wonderful tours.

[@markviereck4547]

Did the tour twice. The smell in there is amazing. It make you want to work there.

[@michaelprozonic]

I live just outside Nazareth PA and the Martin tour is excellent. The precision crafts men and women are outstanding and friendly. They incorporate modern robotics along side human expertise. Also, make sure to visit the Martin museum to see some classics as well as beautiful works of inlay and mother of pearl, especially the da vinci model

[@LeSpAuLjOhAn]

Beautiful guitar and superb playing! I own a 2018 HD-28 and I could not love it more. The more Classic look of the new re-imagined series is killer and of course the Martin tone is to die for. Best purchase and investment Ive made in My life so far!

[@johnl9617]

I bought myself a Martin 000038 back in '93 and love it. Very similar, just a few extras (bound headstock/fretboard, abalone rosette). Congrats on your new Martin...enjoy it!

[@oldschoolwaverider]

Been smelling my D35 since I bought it in 2009! I find that I have to be careful when putting the guitar in and out of the case due to that metal edge that goes into itself.

[@rogerblankenship3235]

I put duct tape on the metal edge

[@robm667]

Yes hold the top of the case until the guitar is seated in its mold.

[@wesmatron]

She's beautiful, classy and sounds superb. I rather like the Martin too.

[@danmayes4657]

She's beautiful, classy and sounds superb. And I really like Mary too!

[@MICKEYISLOWD]

Ha ha..I agree:)

[@bradenrodriguez5183]

Oh I see what you did you changed it around so we'd think you were talking about the guitar but instead you were talking about the woman in the video talking about her guitar hahaha

[@wesmatron]

@@bradenrodriguez5183 Well done, Johnny, you win a biscuit.

[@wesmatron]

@@bradenrodriguez5183 Oh I see what you did you put a comment hoping to sound edgy but failed hahahaha

[@dennisreedy8200]

I love my HD35 Martin that I bought new in 1979 it still looks new and the sound it puts out is awesome it has the blond front and the 3piece Rosewood back it’s a Beauty

[@bearthompson6506]

Just recently stumbled upon your vlogs and am enjoying them immensely. I have a 1988 Martin D-35 that I love and had to smile when you commented on the smell of your new OM-28. I take a big whiff of mine every time it comes out. I recall an old VHS (do you even know what those are/were) of Leo Kottke walking into one of his favorite guitar stores and grinning as he said how much he loved the smell of the place. It is indeed intoxicating!

[@jamesmerritt5562]

In the style of Tyler Larson: "Things to annoy employees at Guitar Center", by Mary Spender; Ask for a $3000 guitar and just sit and smell it.

[@thhunter]

Lame. I'm going to ask for a used $100 squire. And smell it for 20 minutes.

[@TeemarkConvair]

could the intoxication be from evaporating spirits?? lol

[@paullanier8280]

Be careful with asking sales person to take down the way high up guitar for a strum and sniff. Got bit by an HD28 acquisition bug. Best sounding martin to me!!

[@guillermo3564]

@@paullanier8280 fantastic guitar, that one. I played the D28 and the D35 alongside the HD and found there to be no competition, though the back of the 35 sure is pretty.

[@paullanier8280]

@Guillermo. True!! When I bought this one, it sang to me and I finally had the sales guy play it thirty feet in front of me. Done !!! At that point, I payed the man. Twelve years later it still sings to the crowds. I did change the saddle. Now a pro takes a second pause to hear the voice. No one catches this install.

[@jdx418]

I knew you were from Nashville by your accent

[@lotusflower4175]

🤣 hehehe . Agreed. I as expecting her to say, “ somewhere in England”!

[@Simonchoi522]

Really ? I thought that accent was kinda British...

[@tykes95]

I can relate to your excitement over Martin acoustic. I have a 2003 martin hd28v and 2000 d15. They both sound amazing. Congrats on your new Martin!

[@Ken.Kmetz.]

Martin guitar fan here. Bought a brand new D-18 in 1972. Yeah, I’m older than dirt. 68 and counting. I’ve bought and sold at least 20 Martins over the years. I’ve owned an OM-28v. Yours is a beauty! I like to call the OM-28 “the Swiss army knife “ of acoustic guitars. It can handle any genre of music. Don’t forget to humidify and keep it in its case in dry climate. It needs to be fed to keep it from cracking. It will last you a lifetime and beyond. If you think it sounds nice now, wait until it fully opens up in about 5-7 yrs. It was comical when you sniffed the sound hole. We all do it. There’s a KZbinr named Aaron Short who sells tee shirts that read “sound hole sniffer”. Just saying, if you want to join the club, check him out. Just another die hard Martin fan. Be well and stay safe. .

[@ERPRocks]

So I am curious, what made you choose the LR Baggs over the Fishman pickup?

[@conorlarkin1111]

I believe that Martin has been using LR Baggs as the stock electronics in their acoustics lately.

[@GundogJake]

If my Aura system is anything to go by, I’d imagine...reliability! Plus a load of unnecessarily complicated modes.

[@ERPRocks]

​@@GundogJake The Standard series offers with the Fishman Aura VT Enhanced which is very simple. It was the some of the Performing Artist series that came with the Fishman F1 Aura+ that had that crazy complexity.

[@GundogJake]

Eric Fisher yep, that’s what I have on my d18 retro. Love the guitar, easy battery changes and the sound. Not impressed with the lack of response from customer services though, so fixed the dry joint myself...

[@oliver7763]

Just got my om28 and I can't put it down. It begs to be played!!! Sounds so smooth...balanced, overtones are amazing. Talk about "music between the notes"!!! Can't wait to hear what it sounds like a few years from now. This one will stay with me until I ***.

[@johnhudson9167]

The love of my life bought me a Martin acoustic. Went to Denmark St, spent a day trying out different guitars. Magic.

[@drjcwardjr]

Isn’t that what John Mayer plays?

[@SukalyanDas]

Nah OMJM

[@danleedonian]

I am glad for you Mary, I just bought a Gibson 61 reissue and I sat around and smelled it, then looked at it, I sometimes wake up and go and sit by it, I know how you feel and as I say I am happy for you!

[@39MercFlathead]

OMG, Mary. That is fantastic! You deserve an excellent acoustic and that's certainly one.

[@enarvaez]

Congrats on the new companion! I’m lucky to have inherited a 1942 Martin O-15 from my grandma. That little guitar can project louder than any other guitar I’ve played. But, most importantly, it’s my go to companion when I jam or just want to vent out musically. There’s just something about the sound and tone on it that just helps to easily tell tales, and connect with my Oma although she’s no longer with us 😊.

[@abramhernandez1216]

Beutful guitar! Thanks Mary! Love your show.

[@SuperMelodic]

Yes I just bought my first Martin DRS1 3 months ago an I’m really enjoying it this guitar loves to be strummed it’s all sapelli Soild wood. Next purchase will be the HD 35 I’m sold on this guitar it’s a must have for me. Your voice is beautiful and your guitar playing is flawless! Well thanks for signing me to sleep at night. Love your sound.

[@DavidLiraOfficial]

Recently bought an OM-42 and a D-35 both brand new and I love them. I know old martins are great, but there’s nothing like seeing it age and carry on through life with you. Like I tell people , I’m not glad to own a Martin I am proud 🥲 I am very fortunate to own two of these and do not take them for granted , I love them with all of my heart almost as much as I love how they make me feel

[@hank1519]

Gorgeous instrument, both looks and sound!