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Published on 03/06/03 at 15:00I replaced my 30 year old Aria (Martin copy) which developed bridge problems and worn frets. I always wanted a Martin so when I played it at the Guitar Center I just had to have it. I paid $840 plus tax, including hardshell case.
My old guitar is a solid rosewood model, but when I played the Martin with the solid mahogany back and sides the richness in the bass and the clear bell-like treble really stood out. I have not heard another guitar in this price range that sounds nearly as clear and well balanced! The action is very good but just a bit high for my taste.
I have nothing bad to say about it except the store only had the floor sample and I didn't get to compare it with others of the same model.
The Martin reputation and "tone" speaks for itself. Excellent build quality, and with a patented mortise and tenon neck joint, gloss top and Micarta fingerboard this baby should last a lifetime.
I would suggest what I did not do, that is go to a reputable independent Martin dealer and try all the models that you can, to make sure you get the model right for you.
This review was originally published on http://www.musicgearreview.com
My old guitar is a solid rosewood model, but when I played the Martin with the solid mahogany back and sides the richness in the bass and the clear bell-like treble really stood out. I have not heard another guitar in this price range that sounds nearly as clear and well balanced! The action is very good but just a bit high for my taste.
I have nothing bad to say about it except the store only had the floor sample and I didn't get to compare it with others of the same model.
The Martin reputation and "tone" speaks for itself. Excellent build quality, and with a patented mortise and tenon neck joint, gloss top and Micarta fingerboard this baby should last a lifetime.
I would suggest what I did not do, that is go to a reputable independent Martin dealer and try all the models that you can, to make sure you get the model right for you.
This review was originally published on http://www.musicgearreview.com