I bought the USA where it was manufactured. There was no model manufactured elsewhere as is the case today. (Mexico). I did it with a Fishman Matrix Natural Sound 2. The preamp is built into the suite of Jack (strap button).
I use a Fishman equalize externally attached to my belt. I did not make a hole in the body (sic) ...
The manufacture is serious about Martin.

UTILIZATION

The guitar is lightweight and very comfortable. There is no solo Cutaway therefore very bottom of the handle ... bof.
But that's not why I took it! =)


SOUNDS

Whatever type of game the sound is very balanced in both lower than in the treble.
She has a very warm sound that I personally prefer the guitar more modern and very fashionable these days as the Taylors. Matter of taste.

I think his strong point is the balance between bass and treble strings.
I play with Elixir nanoweb for some time but I wonder if I'm not going back to classical strings Martin Phosphor type Bronze.Moins duration but its my favorite.

OVERALL OPINION

I have this guitar for 7 years now, Martin is my first but my 9th electro-acoustics.
I'm actually quite madly. I like Martin's.
The price / quality ratio is excellent. Equipped with the Fishman, it is radiant on stage.
I also like the matte finish that allows it to age well unlike some guitar "glossy".
The woods have worked smoothly and it gets better.