Martin Guitars Acoustic

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Martin 310Ce Case For Thin Body Acoustic Guitars $84.99 The Martin acoustic guitar case is a locking case constructed of wood and Tolex. Features rugged draw bolt latches and a plush interior.

Hal Leonard Martin Guitars: A History $30 Martin Guitars: A History is part of a 2-book set that covers the people, the places, and the stories of an American icon. Richly illustrated, this Hal Leonard book covers the Martin story right up to fifth-generation president Chris Martin IV. Because the authors had complete access to official archives, this book is perhaps the most accurate and detailed reference on the topic of Martin Guitars. Leading up to the revitalization of the 1990s and the remarkable longevity of Martin's legacy, hundreds of photographs and documents effectively show the people and the guitars that made C.F. Martin & Company the iconic acoustic guitar industry leader.A Martin acoustic guitar is the beloved instrument of millions of fans and famous players worldwide. Starting with the early days in New York circa 1833, the story of Martin guitars comes to life in this long-awaited revision of the original Martin Guitars: A History book. Originally published in 1975, this new edition is completely updated and redesigned by well-known industry experts.Authors: Dick Boak, Mike Longworth, Richard JohnsonDiscusses the Martin story from its inception in 1833 to modern times

Sonik Capsules Acoustic Guitars Capsule $79 These expressive acoustic guitar samples from Sonik Capsules are highly playable from any MIDI controller and achieve incredible realism. The set includes 6-string, 12-string, and nylon-string guitars, plus popular models from Martin, Taylor, Larrivee, and others. All the instruments have been sampled in high-end studios with classic mono and stereo miking in meticulous detail. With a variety of tones, performance elements like fret slides, and major and minor chords, this guitar sample collection delivers acoustic warmth with professional sound.With the included UFO software, each Sonik Capsule title is able to work as a native sample library in the most popular software samplers including IK SampleTank, Steinberg HALion, eMagic exS24, Native Instruments Kontakt and Battery, Propellerheads Reason NNXT, and more. The software package also includes SampleTank 2 LE, which allows each Sonik Capsule title to be used directly in the 9 platforms supported by SampleTank 2 for Mac OS X and Windows XP.6-string guitars12-string guitarsNylon-string guitarsPopular models from Martin, Taylor, Larrivee, and moreIncludes UFO and SampleTank 2 LECompatible with IK SampleTank, Steinberg HALion, eMagic exS24, Native Instruments Kontakt and Battery, Propellerheads Reason NNXT, and moreOperates as a software plug-in for all major DAW software platforms with SampleTank 2 LE

Martin Hd-28 Standard Dreadnought Acoustic $2599 The Martin HD-28 Standard Dreadnought Acoustic is the re-creation of Martin's legendary herringbone style 28 guitars. It has a Sitka spruce top, solid rosewood back and sides, and mahogany neck with ebony fingerboard. Vintage appointments include herringbone top trim, a traditional zigzag backstrip, and Martin's famous scalloped X-bracing that allows the top to vibrate more freely, yielding a louder, more open tone. Limited lifetime warranty.Re-creation of Martin's legendary herringbone style 28 guitars Sitka spruce top Scalloped X bracing Solid rosewood back and sides Mahogany neck Ebony fingerboard Herringbone top trim Zigzag backstrip Limited lifetime warranty

Hal Leonard Martin Guitars - A Technical Reference Book $31.5 Part of a two book set, this book provides information on guitar bodies, necks, headstocks, bridges, woods, as well as other chapters covering Models by Style, the Custom Shop and limited editions. All the lesser known instruments like archtops, electrics, mandolins and ukuleles are included as well, all very collectible. The book ends with exhaustive appendices covering production numbers, retail prices, and instrument specifications. Since Martin guitars are the world's most collectible acoustic guitar line, this book will undoubtedly be the most sought after reference book by any collector or owner of a Martin. If you own a Martin, you own a piece of history and this book will help you discover when it was made and how. This authorized book will finally answer any questions on the stories behind some of the rarest instruments.

Martin 00015M Acoustic Guitar $1149 The Martin 00015M Acoustic Guitar looks like it came right out of the history books and it delivers a sound for the ages. In its 175-year history, Martin has set more guitar design trends than can be counted. The company still embraces design techniques introduced many years ago to create their guitars' timeless tone. The Martin 00015M offers a perfect blend of vintage features and modern technology to create an acoustic guitar of exceptional tone, playability and classic Martin good looks. Back, sides and top are bookmatched solid genuine mahogany with A-frame Sitka Spruce X-bracing and a traditional maple bridge-plate. The 14-fret neckalso genuine mahoganyis joined with an East Indian rosewood fingerboard and headplate. The traditional rosewood belly-bridge is fitted with a bone saddle, and the nut is fashioned from bone as well. The Martin 000-15M is embellished with a dark mahogany stain and a satin lacquer finish. The end result is a guitar of beauty and simplicity with a warm, rich mahogany voice.Body size: 000-14 FretTop: Solid genuine mahoganyRosette: Single ringBack material: Solid genuine mahoganySide material: Solid genuine mahoganyBinding: NoneNeck shape: Modified Low OvalHeadstock: Solid/Standard TaperScale length: 25-3/8''Fingerboard width at nut: 1-11/16''Bridge material: Solid East Indian RosewoodBridge style: BellyTuning machines: Nickel open-geared with butterbean knobsPickguard: Delmar tortoise colorCase: 330 Hardshell

Martin Om-21 Acoustic Guitar Natural $1999 The Martin OM-21 Acoustic Guitar offers top-notch, hand-built craftsmanship. Based on time-tested luthier approaches, coupled with new technological breakthroughs the result is a Martin guitar of premiere construction and design. The OM-21 is built on the OM platform, a guitar body style that presents strong lower midranges and versatile dynamics. With a smaller length, depth and waist than the standard dreadnought body type, Martin's OM-21 guitar is becoming more popular in the acoustic and fingerstyle realm. The OM-21 guitar boasts a rosewood body, offering warm, rich tone. The Sitka spruce top continues this quality with great balance between the bass, midrange, and treble. The dovetail neck joint keeps the traditional binding methods intact, while the Rosewood fretboard and bridge bring out tremendously clear sustain. A low-profile neck shape, offers comfort and accessibility when dancing across the fretbard's 20 frets. Gotoh tuners offer precise tuning and keep the OM-21 in key consistently and accurately. Dressed with chrome hardware and covered in a nitro finish, the OM-21 acoustic guitar will become an instant favorite. Martin includes a case with the OM-21. Since 1833, C. F. Martin & Co. has been a permanent part of the American experience, and is heralded as one of the oldest, most respected, most innovative guitar companies in American history. Blending hand craftsmanship with state-of-the-art technology, Martin guitars remain unsurpassed in quality, tone, playability and enduring value. At the same time, Martin still brings a great deal of hand craftsmanship to every step of the building process. Today's Martin guitars are a unique product of the latest technology and the human touch, which is how it has always been. Even our founder, C. F. Martin, Sr., continually sought ways to build more and better guitars to meet the needs of his customers. In an age of change and intense competition, C. F. Martin remains America's leading guitar builder for a very basic reason: They're still in tune with what players want and the quality they expect.6 string Om/000 body design Rosewood body Sitka spruce top 25.4" scale Dovetail neck joint Select hardwood neck Rosewood fretboard Low-profile neck shape 20 frets 1-3/4" nut width 16" fretboard Rosewood bridge Gotoh tuners Chrome hardware Nitro Finish includes case

Used Martin Hd-28 Standard Dreadnought Acoustic 886830188879 $2079.2 The Martin HD-28 Standard Dreadnought Acoustic is the re-creation of Martin's legendary herringbone style 28 guitars. It has a Sitka spruce top, solid rosewood back and sides, and mahogany neck with ebony fingerboard. Vintage appointments include herringbone top trim, a traditional zigzag backstrip, and Martin's famous scalloped X-bracing that allows the top to vibrate more freely, yielding a louder, more open tone. Limited lifetime warranty.Re-creation of Martin's legendary herringbone style 28 guitars Sitka spruce top Scalloped X bracing Solid rosewood back and sides Mahogany neck Ebony fingerboard Herringbone top trim Zigzag backstrip Limited lifetime warranty

Used Martin Hd-28 Standard Dreadnought Acoustic $2261.13 The Martin HD-28 Standard Dreadnought Acoustic is the re-creation of Martin's legendary herringbone style 28 guitars. It has a Sitka spruce top, solid rosewood back and sides, and mahogany neck with ebony fingerboard. Vintage appointments include herringbone top trim, a traditional zigzag backstrip, and Martin's famous scalloped X-bracing that allows the top to vibrate more freely, yielding a louder, more open tone. Limited lifetime warranty.Re-creation of Martin's legendary herringbone style 28 guitars Sitka spruce top Scalloped X bracing Solid rosewood back and sides Mahogany neck Ebony fingerboard Herringbone top trim Zigzag backstrip Limited lifetime warranty

Martin D-16Gt Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar $1049 The traditional Martin D-16GT Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar is part of the 16 series of guitars, which incorporate modern guitar specifications with the famous Martin quality and sound. Quality-built with a solid spruce top, mahogany back and sides, Micarta fretboard and bridge, and hybrid D1 bracing. Features numerous deluxe appointments such as wood herringbone rosette, black binding, tortoise pickguard, chrome-enclosed tuners, and a natural gloss-top finish. Limited lifetime warranty. Includes Martin hardshell case.Dreadnought body styleSolid Sitka spruce topMahogany back and sidesSolid Spanish cedar neckMicarta fretboard and bridgeHerringbone rosetteHybrid D1 bracing patternNut width 1-11/16"25.4" scale neck20 fretsIncludes hardshell caseLimited lifetime warranty

Martin D-18V Acoustic Guitar $2499 It has all the craftsmanship and quality that has made Martin the leader in acoustic guitars for over a century. Solid Sitka spruce top, solid mahogany back and sides, mahogany neck with modified V profile, ebony fretboard and bridge, rosewood headplate, and scalloped bracing. Beautifully handcrafted from top to bottom and appointed with a belly-drop style bridge, vintage butterbean tuners, and old-style rosette. Includes hardshell case.Construction: mahogany blocks/dovetail neck jointBody size: dreadnought, 14-fretTop: solid Sitka spruceRosette: Old style 18Top bracing pattern: DOM forward-shiftedTop braces: scalloped 5/16"Back material: solid genuine mahoganyBack purfling: style 18Side material: solid genuine mahoganyEndpiece: tortoise colorBinding: tortoise colorTop inlay style: multiple, black/whiteNeck material: solid mahoganyNeck shape: modified VNut material: white CorianHeadstock: solid, square, taperedHeadplate: solid East Indian rosewood/large old-style logoHeelcap: solid black ebonyFingerboard material: solid black ebonyScale length: 25.4''Clear frets: 14Total frets: 20Fingerboard width at nut: 1-11/16''Fingerboard width at 12th fret: 2-1/8''Fingerboard position inlays: old-style 18, abalone Finish back and sides: polished gloss/dark mahogany stain/dark fillerTop finish: polished gloss/aging tonerNeck finish: semi-gloss/dark mahogany stain/dark fillerBridge: solid black ebonyBridge style: vintage belly-drop in long saddleBridge string spacing: 2-1/8''Saddle: 16'' radius/white MicartaTuning machines: Gotoh nickel open-geared with butterbean knobsBridge and end pins: black with white dotsPickguard: I-03 tortoise color/beveled and polishedCase: 545 Geib Style

Martin D15m Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar $1149 The Martin D15M acoustic guitar looks like it came right out of the history books, and delivers a sound for the ages. In its 175-year history, Martin has set more guitar design trends than can be counted. The company still embraces design techniques introduced many years ago to create their guitars' timeless tone. Built on a dreadnought platform, the Martin D15M guitar boasts 14 open frets for a unique design and great range of tone. The top, back, and sides are genuine solid mahogany, offering strong guitar tone, with crisp, clear subtleties in each note's definition. One of mahogany's finest qualities is its density. Although it's not the hardest tonewood, it is free of air pockets and other deformities. The vintage sound produced by the Martin D15M acoustic guitar is reminiscent of the Style 15 Martin guitars made popular during the 1940s. The Martin guitar is equipped with a mortise and tennon neck joint, offering the best wood binding practice ever conceived. Often used for shipbuilding, the process fuses 2 pieces of wood into a single, sturdy unit that stands up to the elements time and time again. The results are evident with the strength in tone and power in projection that you hear with each strum of this Martin acoustic guitar. The Martin guitar's solid mahogany neck further complements the crisp, defined acoustic sound of this dreadnought. The bridge and fingerboard are solid East Indian rosewood, adding smooth sustain to the mix. The 14 open frets, 1-11/16" nut width, 2-1/8" bridge string spacing, and 16" radius add comfort for your intricate fingerboard movements. Other appointments include a single-ring rosette, bone nut, solid/square taper headstock, solid East Indian rosewood headplate, diamonds and square fingerboard inlay, belly-style bridge, nickel open-geared tuning machines with butterbean knobs, and a solid black ebony bridge and end pins. Dressed in a soft satin finish and featuring a Delmar tortoise color pickguard, the Martin D15M guitar glows with classic vintage looks and sound. Includes a Martin 345 hardshell guitar case.Model: D-15MConstruction: Mortise/Tenon neck jointBody size: D-14 fretTop: solid genuine mahoganyRosette: single ringTop bracing pattern: A-frame ''X''Top braces: solid sitka spruce 5/16''Back and sides: solid genuine mahoganyNeck: solid genuine mahoganyNeck shape: modified low ovalNut material: boneHeadstock: solid/square taperHeadplate: solid East Indian rosewoodFingerboard material: solid East Indian rosewoodScale length: 25.4''Number of frets clear: 14Number of frets total: 20Fingerboard width at nut: 1-11/16''Fingerboard width at 12th fret: 2-1/8''Fingerboard position inlays: diamonds & squares - short patternFinish: satinBridge material: solid East Indian rosewoodBridge style: bellyBridge string spacing: 2-1/8''Saddle: 16'' radius/compensated/boneTuning machines: nickel open-geared with butterbean knobsRecommended strings: Martin Studio Performance Phosphor Bronze Medium Gauge (MSP4200)Bridge & e

	Martin MSP4200 SP Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Medium List Price: $16.79 Sale Price: $4.25
	Martin MSP4200 Phosphor Bronze Medium Acoustic Guitar Strings use a winding alloy that is ideally suited for making strings that deliver deep, rich basses and clear, bright trebles. Martin strings are high-quality strings designed for daily use...

	M140 80/20 Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light List Price: $11.29 Sale Price: $3.25 Used From: $6.95
	M140 80/20 bronze light guitar strings are high-quality strings made to withstand the grind of daily use. Core and wrap wires must meet strict requirements in order to make the grade and are wound to precise specifications to give you a better experience.

	Martin MSP4150 SP Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light-Medium List Price: $16.79 Sale Price: $6.69
	Like all the Martin SP Studio/Performance Series strings, the MSP4150 SP Phosphor Bronze Light/Medium acoustic guitar strings are ideal live, in the studio, or wherever maximum string life is desired. The creation of these high-performance Martin strings is a result of research done in cooperation with specialty steel producers...

	Martin MSP4100 SP Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light List Price: $16.79 Sale Price: $2.05
	Martin MSP4100 Phosphor Bronze Light Acoustic Guitar Strings are made from a 92/8 composition alloy to give that brilliance, clarity, and longevity of sound required by serious guitarists. The phosphor bronze winding alloy is ideally suited for making strings that have deep, rich basses and clear, bright trebles that today's acoustic guitarists demand...

	Martin M170 80/20 Acoustic Guitar Strings, Extra Light List Price: $11.29 Sale Price: $0.01
	Martin M170 80/20 Extra Light Acoustic Guitar Strings employ a composition alloy to give brilliance, clarity, and longevity of sound. The bronze winding is ideally suited for making strings that have deep, rich basses and clear, bright trebles.

	D'Addario EJ16-3D Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light, 3 Sets List Price: $35.49 Sale Price: $9.35 Used From: $11.59
	D'Addario Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar strings are acclaimed worldwide for their great, long-lasting tone. Phosphor Bronze was introduced to string making by D'Addario in 1974 and has become synonymous with warm acoustic tone...

	Martin M140 80/20 Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light 3 Pack List Price: $33.87 Sale Price: $11.59
	Martin M140 80/20 Acoustic Guitar Strings, Light 3 Pack

	Martin MSP 4050 SP Phosphor Bronze Custom Light Acoustic Guitar Strings List Price: $16.79 Sale Price: $5.00
	Martin MSP4050 SP Phosphor Bronze Custom Light Acoustic Guitar Strings are made from 92/8 composition to give brilliance, clarity, and longevity of sound. The phosphor bronze winding alloy is ideally suited for making strings that have deep, rich basses and clear, bright trebles...

	Martin Guitar Leather Strap Button List Price: $7.99 Sale Price: $7.05
	The Martin brown leather guitar strap button is perfect for any acoustic guitar player who does not have a strap button installed on the heel of the guitar. The black leather guitar strap button by Martin is a clever, stylish way to attach a strap to the headstock of an acoustic guitar...

	Martin Guitar Leather Strap Button List Price: $7.99 Sale Price: $6.99
	The Martin black leather guitar strap button is perfect for any acoustic guitar player who does not have a strap button installed on the heel of the guitar. The black leather guitar strap button by Martin is a clever, stylish way to attach a strap to the headstock of an acoustic guitar...

Taylor and Martin both make great guitars. There are differences, and choosing is a very personal thing. If your (lucky to have you) boyfriend has tried them both, then he knows the difference. Oh, I'm assuming that by "Martin Classic" you mean the Standard series...not a classical nylon string guitar? Standard Martins are D-18 models and higher ($2k and up)

I'm going to make some broad generalizations here: please realize that there are exceptions. In general, Martin and Taylor are competing in the same market but have slightly different tonal characteristics. In my experience, Taylor has a bright (to my ear twangy) sound. A lot of musicians like them because they "cut through the mix" on stage. Martin invented the dreadnought guitar and has been the standard that all others are judged by. I think they have a fuller sound....more bass than an equivalent Taylor. Taylor owners would probably describe that bass as "muddy" sounding.

Taylor has a reputation for having great "action" right out of the box. Their "bolt-on" neck makes adjustments easier. New Martin guitars also have great action. Pre-1985, Martin didn't have adjustable truss rods and once the neck started to warp, the action deteriorated. Their reputation for bad action is a vestige from the old days....new ones have great action. I could go on about the differences, but the thing to know is that they both make great instruments...just slightly different.

I started my "good" guitar hunt with Taylor in mind. When I played a Taylor beside a Martin D-16, there was no comparison...the Martin sounded full and well balanced. I didn't buy that Martin, I ended up searching more and ended up with a Martin D-35. But you see, that's just my preference. I've played some sweet Taylors too.

With all the searching and discovery I did, I can't imagine that anybody could have just bought me a guitar and stumbled on the right one. I didn't know the right one until I played it. When you're talking about that much money ($1k - $3k) there aren't any bad guitars....just ones you like better than others. It's a personal choice, so I don't think you can go by what his friends say.

Much as you probably want this to be a surprise, I think your boyfriend needs to try some guitar out first. Can you take him shopping for a new one? Don't tell him you're going to buy it.....just accompany him to some guitar stores and play dumb (but watchful) while he tries some out. Or just come clean and tell him he's got a blank check for his birthday made out to Martin.....believe me, he won't be disappointed either way!