Are Martin Guitars overpriced?

Martins are expensive because they are high quality and have a reputation for that quality. In my opinion they are over-priced though, and for the price of a good Martin you can buy a hand made one from a reputable luthier.

Are Taylor guitars better than Martins?

Taylors are generally known for having a very bright yet rich sound, with more clarity but perhaps less body than a Martin. The company is also praised for guitar-to-guitar consistency and build quality.

Do solid top guitars sound better?

Different types of wood offer different tonal flavours, but as long as it’s a solid piece, chances are it’ll sound great. More importantly, solid tops can age and will therefore improve their resonance as they get older.

Why are solid wood guitars better?

A solid-top improves tone and volume, so even if the rest of the guitar is laminate, having a solid top is pretty cool and a sign of a nicer instrument that is usually at least one step up from the cheaper acoustics.

Are Martin guitars the best?

When it comes to acoustic guitars, Martin Guitars are one of the best out there. From the Avett Brothers to David Gilmour, many musicians use this brand and they have a solid reputation. Martin Guitars have been around since 1833, so their history goes way back and they have made many great guitars.

Why do Martins cost so much?

The Martin is priced high in part because it is made of higher quality materials and has more skilled labor put into it, which means the supply is low; but it is also more rare, and enjoys a reputation that also inflates the price by enhancing demand. This is true for old guitars as well.

How can you tell if a guitar has a solid top?

Look at the grain of the wood on the top of the guitar. Pick a line within the grain and follow it to the sound hole. If the top is sold, the grain will flow over the edge into the sound hole. If is not solid it will stop.

What do you think about the Yamaha FG-3?

A long thorough review… FG-3 Same as the 5 except Urea nut and saddle and gig bag. I posted about the anniversary fg-180 guitar that Yamaha put out a couple years ago and was not impressed. Lots of hype but a big letdown.

What kind of strings do you use on your Martin drsgt?

The Martin DRSGT comes with Martin Lifespan strings and they sound very good. However, I will wait a few months and replace these Lifespan strings with Elixirs Phosphor Bronze from Juststrings.com

Is this Martin drsgt a real Martin?

This is my first real Martin. I bought a Sigma Martin (SDR-28H) in 1994 that has a solid spruce top and it sounds very good but this Martin DRSGT all solid wood acoustic guitar sounds fantastic! I bought this guitar blemished for $619.95 and I’m very happy with the deal.

What is the difference between the FG5 and 5 Series?

Edited… the FG5 has a bone nut and saddle, a hard case, and is made in Japan and not China… And I belive the 5 series has a wood pickguard. Going to see if I can hunt one down this weekend and give it a test drive. TheNewMartinGuy wrote: A long thorough review… If playback doesn’t begin shortly, try restarting your device.