CLICK TO BUY - Martin D-18 Acoustic: USA: www.zzounds.com/a--3979398/item--MRTD18?siid=46968 EUROPE: thmn.to/thoprod/556120?offid=1&affid=2603 GUITAR GIVEAWAY Martin D-28: 1) SUBSCRIBE and turn on notifications 2) Enter on GLEAM: gleam.io/competitions/QySws-martin-d28-giveaway Browse ALL GEAR: USA: www.zzounds.com/a--3979398 EUROPE: www.thomann.de/intl/index.html?offid=1&affid=2603
I bought my D-18 in 1973 new for $320. I play it daily. I had the neck reset and bridge reglued about 5 years ago. Not bad for 51 years of use. It will outlive me. It’s been a friend for life.
I bought one a few weeks ago before this review came out ninagree with all points. I really was trying to buy a D-28 for all the artists that use it but I felt that the D-18 as a standalone sound was full, warm and complete. I see how the D-28 would sit nicer maybe in a small band or with other instruments but as a solo sound maker the D-18 is the best.
My 2021 d18 has two tiny swirls on the sitka top. Looks like imperfections of knots Martin always candles out. I've never seen one ever pass through with this imperfection. I was was sooo upset when I received it. Now after having it a couple years, I wouldn't trade it for anything. Talk about one of a kind!!! This don't happen on a Martin standard. Ever! Talk about a character birthmark!!!!
Personally, I prefer the D-18's Mahogany back and sides, the D-28's Rosewood back and sides provide a wholly different experience. Its all about how the guitar will be used and personal preference.........it would be nice to own both! 👍😉
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I sold my brand new 2018 Martin D-18 in April of this year 2023. I miss it so much. I'm in the market for a brand new 2024. I'll buy one next year. I've had the Guild D-40 traditional made in Oxnard California and Bozeman made Gibson Hummingbird. They have all their own sound but there is nothing like the sound of a Martin guitar!
i agree Jose.....ive owned and played them all!!! the guild gibson etc cannot compare with a top Martin.....why did you sell???????? im currently shopping for my 11th martin!
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@@soofitnsexy Norm Harris from Norm's Rare guitars came to see my collection. I sold all my collection! I've purchased over 100+ solid wood brand new guitars since 1979. I know what you mean about Martin guitar!
I just bought my first d18 and Martin ever and its outright beautiful all around. like it throws me into daze when I'm playing. I looked up my serial number and It was made in 2022 and is the satin finish.... its just good lord... gorgeous. I dont think I will ever get rid of this guitar. it sounds opened up and worn in. my pops has a HD28 that's 20 years old and I think mine sounds better.... maybe its cause this ones mine ha!
I have always considered the D-28 the "Gold Standard" but then I played back to back with a D-18 and found the D-18 more audibly pleasing with a fuller, more rounded tone and every bit as much "Thump" as the D-28 minus the harshness! I would have gladly shelled out the extra cash for the D-28 if justifiable but came home with the D-18 and had a LR Baggs Anthem installed.
Sounds super bassy on my end. I think it's because you have the big condenser mic near the sound hole. I always put it around the 12-14th fret and not off axis
D-18 is my favorite Martin ..actually my favorite sounding acoustic. Everyone I picked up sounds good. The D-28 gets all the glory . Claims are that it's treble cuts through better in Bluegrass circles when flatpicking.. I differ on this . Song songs maybe, others the D-18 shines through. And the D-28 lacks the fullness when playing a venue. Bottom line D-18 is a better all around tone . So now I'm building one . This way I can have the neck just the way I want it .
The D-18 sounds warmer and fuller than the D-28. I suppose this is because of the Sitka spruce. Rosewood seems to give off a brighter and richer sound.
the d 18 is better then many guitars that cost far more ...just a few years ago these were like 1999......still the best standard acoustic guitar in the world
🌎 Sounds Real inspiring, would love to win a Martin D 28 acoustic guitar.. gotta love that ! I see you have a good musical perception, much appreciated, Thanks 🎶 Keep up the good work 🌈
I had a D28 but sold it in 2020 after being laid off, to make payments on my necessities, due to the plandemic. I loathed this sale for awhile since I loved that guitar, but recently I purchased a D18 and I was blown away. Being cheaper made me wonder why I hadn't looked at one before. I love the more full bit of a mid rounded sound that it has. The only thing I miss is the volute that the d28 had. I loved the thumb rest it added as I played chords.
I understand, I sold 3 Custom Shop Gibsons, which included a double neck and a Custom Shop Tele because of 3 (ex) brothers jealousy…oh yeah, and my house, but I kept my 46 year old D-18! ✌️😎🎸🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶
I have OMC-28E that ticks a lot of boxes, but I would like one that is a little louder and has more midrange and maybe a 12 fretter, still not a big as a Dreadnought, what could I be looking for?
I've dreamt of buying a D-18 for decades. I finally did. Where I live there are not many stores with them in stock, so I ordered it. The guitar is a stunning beauty ..but ...BUT ...DEAD notes on the Low E on the 12, 13 and 14th frets, DEAD notes on the A string on the 7th, 8th and 9th frets. So disapointed ...the other notes are beautiful and ring out. If I tune down a 1/2 strep everything gets worse. Just everything in general ...it doesn't ring out like I know a D-18 should. So now I have to return and try another. Anyone else have this issue?
I've an older Martin JC-16 KWS that still blows me away every time I pick it up to play. Until I owned a Martin I'd never really played a quality acoustic guitar, I just didn't know what I didn't know. I'm hooked now. You can see my JC-16 KWS here. th-cam.com/video/47P-qcwqs-s/w-d-xo.htmlsi=1VEoH9Bu6QRmFseg
Yes . Save you money and buy an LR Baggs or other higher end pickup. I don't care for Fishman very much although their higher end ones are playable I recommend no under saddle pickup because it will absorb some of the vibration when playing acoustically loosing a little volume and even changing the tone .. plus they prettymuch just sound tinny. A lot of times it's almost impossible to get the saddle to fit on some of them properly. The thicker ones suck up the most volume, the thinner ones are the most tinny sounding. Besides your not really altering the guitar with the LRBaggs because you are basically just sticking a mic inside.. easy to remove if you want to return it to stock. Other than the hole for the end pin jack . Bit it goes through the tail block and doesn't affect the tonal values of the guitar at all. And even that can be filled with a dowel , reamed back out and the original tail pin replaced.
12th Fret on Danforth should have them, and maybe Steve's on Queen. The Acoustic Room in Hamilton on Locke street has them, as well as Brickhouse Guitars in Kitchener. @@superhotbread
Martins are overhyped, overpriced and overrated......I have 28 guitars, proud to say not one of them bears that overhyped silkscreened logo that cost them 5 cents and they charge you $300 for lol!@@multipipi1234
CLICK TO BUY - Martin D-18 Acoustic:
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GUITAR GIVEAWAY Martin D-28:
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Browse ALL GEAR:
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Totally awesome
I bought my D-18 in 1973 new for $320. I play it daily. I had the neck reset and bridge reglued about 5 years ago. Not bad for 51 years of use. It will outlive me. It’s been a friend for life.
Amazing story
I have had one of these since 2012 I have gigged with it and played it and I cannot believe how good it sounds and it just keeps getting better
I bought one a few weeks ago before this review came out ninagree with all points. I really was trying to buy a D-28 for all the artists that use it but I felt that the D-18 as a standalone sound was full, warm and complete. I see how the D-28 would sit nicer maybe in a small band or with other instruments but as a solo sound maker the D-18 is the best.
Yea I love the D18 but bought the D28. it suited me better being a solo artist
Normally people say the other way around
@@Dildobagginses I sing loud so it suits me. The reason I hear most for d18 is because the D28 over powers them.
@@Dildobagginses also I play unplugged a lot so I need it to fill the room.
Same here! Was looking for a 28 but left with the 18! The 18 felt, played and just seemed better! This thing is loud! 😂
My 2021 d18 has two tiny swirls on the sitka top. Looks like imperfections of knots Martin always candles out. I've never seen one ever pass through with this imperfection. I was was sooo upset when I received it. Now after having it a couple years, I wouldn't trade it for anything. Talk about one of a kind!!! This don't happen on a Martin standard. Ever! Talk about a character birthmark!!!!
Personally, I prefer the D-18's Mahogany back and sides, the D-28's Rosewood back and sides provide a wholly different experience.
Its all about how the guitar will be used and personal preference.........it would be nice to own both! 👍😉
I sold my brand new 2018 Martin D-18 in April of this year 2023. I miss it so much. I'm in the market for a brand new 2024. I'll buy one next year. I've had the Guild D-40 traditional made in Oxnard California and Bozeman made Gibson Hummingbird. They have all their own sound but there is nothing like the sound of a Martin guitar!
i agree Jose.....ive owned and played them all!!! the guild gibson etc cannot compare with a top Martin.....why did you sell???????? im currently shopping for my 11th martin!
@@soofitnsexy Norm Harris from Norm's Rare guitars came to see my collection. I sold all my collection! I've purchased over 100+ solid wood brand new guitars since 1979. I know what you mean about Martin guitar!
You can't go wrong with a standard series Martin. Love my J-40!
Yup the 40series have some wonderful appointments makes them fun to play and great to amaze with it’s beautiful 🤩
@@JeffSimpson-yy2siI’m a sucker for the headstock on the 40 series. Wanted one since I was a kid.
I have 2021 D 18 and it sounds beautiful.
my favorite Martin by a mile - amazing guitar with the reimagined series refresh post 2012.
I bought both. Ended up selling the 28 to my brother. Both are awesome. Love my 18.
If they're so "awesome", why'd you sell one????
I just bought my first d18 and Martin ever and its outright beautiful all around. like it throws me into daze when I'm playing. I looked up my serial number and It was made in 2022 and is the satin finish.... its just good lord... gorgeous. I dont think I will ever get rid of this guitar. it sounds opened up and worn in. my pops has a HD28 that's 20 years old and I think mine sounds better.... maybe its cause this ones mine ha!
I have always considered the D-28 the "Gold Standard" but then I played back to back with a D-18 and found the D-18 more audibly pleasing with a fuller, more rounded tone and every bit as much "Thump" as the D-28 minus the harshness! I would have gladly shelled out the extra cash for the D-28 if justifiable but came home with the D-18 and had a LR Baggs Anthem installed.
Sounds super bassy on my end. I think it's because you have the big condenser mic near the sound hole. I always put it around the 12-14th fret and not off axis
Dude......tell Martin mine arrives from sweetwater tomorrow thanks to this little session. Nice pick'n.
D-18 is my favorite Martin ..actually my favorite sounding acoustic. Everyone I picked up sounds good. The D-28 gets all the glory . Claims are that it's treble cuts through better in Bluegrass circles when flatpicking.. I differ on this . Song songs maybe, others the D-18 shines through. And the D-28 lacks the fullness when playing a venue. Bottom line D-18 is a better all around tone .
So now I'm building one . This way I can have the neck just the way I want it .
Just bought the exact model and I’m loving it!
The D-18 sounds warmer and fuller than the D-28. I suppose this is because of the Sitka spruce. Rosewood seems to give off a brighter and richer sound.
depends! i have had both! some d 18s are very bright and chimey some 28s are woody and warm!!!
They are both Sitka spruce tops. It’s the back and sides that are different
the d 18 is better then many guitars that cost far more ...just a few years ago these were like 1999......still the best standard acoustic guitar in the world
then you haven't played a Boucher.
@@dietersdawgsor a gallagher.
I own d18 it my number one 10 years old
Really nice playing. I enjoyed listening to your licks!
🌎 Sounds Real inspiring, would love to win a Martin D 28 acoustic guitar.. gotta love that ! I see you have a good musical perception, much appreciated, Thanks 🎶 Keep up the good work 🌈
I can't wait for my d18 to age gracefully
Hard to beat a Martin Guitar
Purchased new D-18 almost 2 years ago and love it love it, but for some reason I can’t make it do what yours is doing. 😂 Thanks and subscribed.
Sounds very warm.
Pick HD-28
Fantastic, I love Martin guitars
Preciosa guitarra
Great playing!
How sad. The giveaway is not available gor my region.😢
I'll have to watch the one for the D-28 now, but.... hey I don't mind. I'm a geeked out by guitars anyways.
Get ready for the binding to come apart after a year. They sound great though. A shame.
Great guitar and great playing.
My D 18 sounds better than my Eric Clapton 000 series: it has more full tone better balance and more bell or raindrop tones.
That was just fantastic.
I had a D28 but sold it in 2020 after being laid off, to make payments on my necessities, due to the plandemic. I loathed this sale for awhile since I loved that guitar, but recently I purchased a D18 and I was blown away. Being cheaper made me wonder why I hadn't looked at one before. I love the more full bit of a mid rounded sound that it has. The only thing I miss is the volute that the d28 had. I loved the thumb rest it added as I played chords.
I understand, I sold 3 Custom Shop Gibsons, which included a double neck and a Custom Shop Tele because of 3 (ex) brothers jealousy…oh yeah, and my house, but I kept my 46 year old D-18!
✌️😎🎸🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶
Which would you choose between a D18 or Gibson J45?
Take the D18
Both are must haves. That's my plan 😅
J45 being a short scale are easy on the fingers and the ears
Hi John And what aabout The D - 16 M
I have OMC-28E that ticks a lot of boxes, but I would like one that is a little louder and has more midrange and maybe a 12 fretter, still not a big as a Dreadnought, what could I be looking for?
I think they make 000’s that are as deep as a dreadnoughts.
I've dreamt of buying a D-18 for decades. I finally did. Where I live there are not many stores with them in stock, so I ordered it. The guitar is a stunning beauty ..but ...BUT ...DEAD notes on the Low E on the 12, 13 and 14th frets, DEAD notes on the A string on the 7th, 8th and 9th frets. So disapointed ...the other notes are beautiful and ring out. If I tune down a 1/2 strep everything gets worse. Just everything in general ...it doesn't ring out like I know a D-18 should. So now I have to return and try another. Anyone else have this issue?
Best acoustic guitar ever
I've an older Martin JC-16 KWS that still blows me away every time I pick it up to play.
Until I owned a Martin I'd never really played a quality acoustic guitar, I just didn't know what I didn't know.
I'm hooked now. You can see my JC-16 KWS here. th-cam.com/video/47P-qcwqs-s/w-d-xo.htmlsi=1VEoH9Bu6QRmFseg
Is it better to buy no built-in electronic Martin Guitar?
Yes . Save you money and buy an LR Baggs or other higher end pickup. I don't care for Fishman very much although their higher end ones are playable
I recommend no under saddle pickup because it will absorb some of the vibration when playing acoustically loosing a little volume and even changing the tone .. plus they prettymuch just sound tinny. A lot of times it's almost impossible to get the saddle to fit on some of them properly. The thicker ones suck up the most volume, the thinner ones are the most tinny sounding.
Besides your not really altering the guitar with the LRBaggs because you are basically just sticking a mic inside.. easy to remove if you want to return it to stock. Other than the hole for the end pin jack . Bit it goes through the tail block and doesn't affect the tonal values of the guitar at all. And even that can be filled with a dowel , reamed back out and the original tail pin replaced.
I recently installed a LR Baggs Anthem pickup in my d18. Sounds amazing
Subscribed. Hope I win that Martin when you hit 100 K viewers !😊
Sounds like Dave Mason's "We Just Disagree"
😊
Doesn’t the D18 have scalloped bracing, where the D28 only has non scalloped forward shifted X bracing. Sounds great!
That's correct. The HD-28 has scalloped bracing.
Both D18 and D28 have forward-shifted X-braces now.
Put me on the win d28 list would ya
You remind me of AshleyOffset...I don't know?...your sister maybe?
Se va mucho de mi pequeño presupuesto.😢
ahorra, yo estoy haciendo eso, no creo que nos decepcionaremos con una martin 🤩
I need knew guitar mine was $t)olin
Obviously you guys haven't played a Boucher.
I can't find them in Canada. Been wanting to try one for years.
Where you live? @@superhotbread
@@dietersdawgs toronto
12th Fret on Danforth should have them, and maybe Steve's on Queen. The Acoustic Room in Hamilton on Locke street has them, as well as Brickhouse Guitars in Kitchener. @@superhotbread
@@dietersdawgs 😁😁😁😁 thank you!
Meh my Fenech guitar is way better than any of my Martin guitars.
Then get rid of your Martins and by all Fenech Mr Meh..bet you don't.😂
Martins are overhyped, overpriced and overrated......I have 28 guitars, proud to say not one of them bears that overhyped silkscreened logo that cost them 5 cents and they charge you $300 for lol!@@multipipi1234
Nice demo ... what strings are you using on it?
Thanks, these are the factory strings. Recommended strings from Martin: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Medium - 92/8 Phosphor Bronze
Anyone know where I can find a video of someone playing a d18 without all the fucking yapping?