The mahogany guitar sounds more appealing because it has a fuller mid-range. The rosewood guitar's mid-range is scooped up, which leaves space for human vocals. So I'd say rosewood is more suitable for singer-songwriters
Your guitar reviews are amazing and informative. I enjoy what you are doing and we all appreciate what you do. Thank you again for providing everyone with useful information for guitar selection.
Thanks so much for this comparison - I was actually looking at 000 versions of these models for my first Martin, but couldn't try them due to lack of new or local supply. This review finalized my leaning to the Rosewood version, which I picked up barely used and have been very satisfied with its rich sound.
I have a OOO16 rosewood w/scalloped bracing, and it sounds very much like the rosewood D16 here. I'm sure glad I went with rosewood now, because the mahogany sounds thinner and more metallic to me. Great video comparison, with excellent audio quality ... thanks!
If you listen very closely you'll notice the mahogany is warmer and richer. The rosewood sounds more pronounced and defined but missing mid-range and unless singing there is tendency for ear fatigue. Did you notice how each time he played the mahogany he smiled more. Both great guitars!
Hey Jarvis,great comparison. I have been playing guitar for 34 years and I have to say that the Martin with the Indian Rosewood sounds like a"Real" guitar compared to the Mahogany, nice deep full clear sound and not twangy or mushy like the mahogany seems to be. Thank you very much for the video. If you are curious , I have a video that I am not too proud of on TH-cam under SpiderFingersRob. Yes, I am the artist as well, hey, cheers. May the force always be with you!
Another awesome review Jarvis! They both sound very good, but I love the crisp and clear sound of mahogany. Out of curiosity, what's in your personal stable?
I bought the DC-16gt back a couple of months ago,this is the cut away acoustic electric model.Great guitar,sounds great both plugged in and unpugged.Sounds better than my double the price taylor! I love it in fact love martin guitars period! Only problem is now i need the rosewood model as well :))..Great reviews you have on here man.Keep them coming.Cheers.
It was very good to here the difference between the mahogany and rosewood, I am in the process of buying one of the two and your video really helped me decide,play on!
I've just purchased a D16GT this week... I didn't have the chance to try 1 with the rosewood back and sides... so myself I wouldn't be able to tell the difference without comparing each of them side by side. But So far So good with my new Martin D16GT... I don't have any regrets with my new guitar! Cheers!
Thanks for the exposition Jarvis, very well done! I felt the Rosewood was darker, heavier and well balanced in tone. The mahogany seemed brighter, not quite as well balanced.
Mahogany sounded a little thinner & Rosewood more crisp to my ears.Did the both have new & same brand of strings? For me New stings are to metallic twangy. I like them best after they have mellowed a bit. Both of those guitars are only going to improve.
The hog sounds brighter and louder than rose, inspite of being warm and woody in essence. Hog's the winner in my idea. But some of us are fooled by the price and the value of a wood... for them: the more expencieve wood=the more adorable sound. But thats not true, Anyhow, the tastes are different. Ive always been switched back and forward between the woods, had rosewoods for more than 10 years, but when my hands got a hog, it was like a new world of sound was opened up to me.
Bought my d16gt in 2008. I still like its sound better than the rosewood guitar. I was looking for a bluegrass guitar and I think I was right! This guitar does everything well and more!!!
Very nice review, nice comparison. I'm after either a Full body Mahogany///Mahogany back n sides Spruce Top, or Rosewood back n Sides with Spruce Top. I think the finger picking sounded nice on the Mahogany. Slightly more resonance. Still gotta do more research, as I tried out a Rosewood back n sides with Spruce Top in a shop, an it was amazing, but still need to try out a Mahogany.. Who knows.. not made mind up yet!!!
Another great review my brotha!! I'm looking to buy the RGT.. I own a blueridge br 160 and its a little too high in tone. But it's loud as hell, so great for playing outside unplugged.. QUESTION: is the martin 16 rgt going to be richer and warmer than the Blueridge?? And I don't really want it to be louder than my br! Thanks again Jarvis for all these reviews!
the martins have more depth plus when you play on the upper frets the tone is more even compared to the Blueridge...Caution ..after you buy your martin...you may end up selling your BRidge...cheers and have a successful 2014 ahead
Great review, you enjoy playing! Picked mahogany one up last year for $600 used with original case, once in a lifetime deal, freeking stole it! Sounds fantastic especially when played quietly, if you listen carefully to mahogany it is more balanced and rich, the rosewood is more brighter, catchier but missing the mids and prone to ear fatigue imho. Theres a reason spruce and mohagany are the standard in my opinion as evidenced in the last comparison demo the difference in tone really obvious and players smile popped out with the mahogany. Sold the Taylor, both are good guitars tho. Also TH-cam compression alters tone so use higher quality headphones. Next going to rob a bank for a Hummingbird!🙃
For flat picking, you're gonna' probably want the mahogany. The notes will have more bite to them. The rosewood will be awesome for a fingerpicker with great touch. For strumming alone, I would pick the rosewood because it is reicher and has more bottom.
Great review! These are so insightful for me. I have to break with the majority it seems and say that I prefer the rosewood. They certainly both sound great, but I like that extra rosewood oomph and find the mahogany to be almost too much crackle and pop.
Thanks Jarvis; BTW I have a D16GT, a D28 and a DM. Sometimes I think that my 16 sounds better than the D28. I like the sound of your D16GT better than the D16RGT. Have a great day, my friend. Rod
Excellent no bullshit review ... why is it that a lot of reviewers come across as second rate frustrated standup comedians? Oh, because they are! Thanks ... Hard to pick which one I like best. Rosewood model is very "open" and "dryer" than mahogany one but mahogany is "sweeter" ... I've always been a mahogany fan but this D16RGT might just change my mind. Its quite a bit more expensive than the mahogany though ... by about 600 Aust$! thanks again
Saying I want to hear rosewood better is because I expect to hear it better...ha ! The rosewood is louder, more defined with enormous clarity, color and resonance, including a woody reverb. The mahagany( as Jarvis says) :) is flatter and less resonate, which some may prefer?
They both sound like great Martins. I think that I prefer the D16GT. It seems to have an airiness about it that I like. I would be happy with either lol.
I purchased the D-16RGT and love it....I found the D16-GT to have a cheaper "Tinny"sound I did not prefer......I have recently purchased a D-41....If you can afford a great guitar,it is one of the BEST!!!!
i got me a d16gt just yesterday. its the prettiest guitar i have ever played. that rosewood sounds pretty good but just doesn't ring out like the mahogany does. I do have a question. At 3:23 it looks like your playing a (from low E to high E) 002200 402440 201220 022100 is that right?
Both guitars are very nice sounding. The rosewood has more bass to it, while the mahogany is brighter. In the near future I am going to buy a Martin MMV.
Hi Jarvis, Does a D16rgt have similar bass as a D28? I played a d28 yesterday but I wasn't all that happy with the sound.. But I've played other new D28's that I liked the sound.. I'm waiting for my local store to get a D16Rgt in stock so I couldn't compare them side by side.. I either want to buy a d28 or the D16rgt.. But I also don't know if I like how thick the neck of the D28 feels either.. The D16rgt has a thinner neck right?
Mike the D28 needs to be setup correctly...during the first year the sound will be a little contained but play it well and the D28 will open up beautifully
The Guitar Spa Singapore Hey, Jarvis. How significant is the difference in sound between a brand new solid top guitar and one that has "opened up" (say, over the course of the first year or two)? The reason I ask is because I just got a brand new Washburn WD10S (ordered online), and it sounds very dull and muted. I have to work very hard to get any kind of dynamics or projection, and I can only pull so much out of it. I'm wondering if I should sell it or hang on to it for a while to see if it opens up, though I just can't imagine that there could possibly be that significant of a change over time. What do you think, based on your experience? Is there really that much difference in sound between a brand new guitar and one that has had a couple years of playing? Thanks. And have a blessed day.
D-16RGT, Taylor 314CE, Blueridge 180 and any high end Ayers with RW back.. which will you choose? Consider it for a long term performance guitar.. I am leaning more to Taylor due to the lifetime warranty.. yet BR for the low price n high end materials.. Martin for it's legendary traditional warm tone..
Okay wait I like dreads.. Does the d16rgt sound similar to the MMV?? Haha your gonna confuse me more than I am! The mmv is a guitar center custom dread that's rosewood back and sides with spruce top.. But the bracing is the simplest one martin does.. Anyway which one Jarvis!!! ;) haha I trust you bro!! I like how the rgt looks and sounds online but I just wanna be sure before I order it!! Thank you again you are the guitar review guru!!
I'd go for one of the standard series if you're looking for an heirloom. These ones are players guitars and a great value. The standard series and above are true collectors items. Then again, these will probably be collectors items someday too!
I owned the d16rgt and it was by far the best acoustic ive ever owned. The only git i can say sounded as good that i played was a guild 12 string from 1980 back when they were made in Westerly. I traded the martin for a les paul, ive been regretting it ever since. Id like to d16 but the rgt looks better imo lol..
Hi, I am confused to go for Guild GAD 150 with the latest D 120 all mahogany or D 140 ? I do have a Washburn WD10SCE with spruce and mahogany back and sides.. Is it worth to GAD 150 ? I could not play it as its available online only. Let me know bro.
I played both and although they are both great sounding instruments , I bought the Rosewood, for more than one reason. The shop trades in good quality used guitars and they had a good stock of Martin D's I played 4 D16's , and must say that they all had slightly different tones and deliveries... He then handed me a D16 RGT and then a D28 ( Both Rose woods ) All of these Guitars , bear in mind are around £1000 . D28 £1500. We buy the martin we can afford, not neccessarilly the ones that we want
Hi Jarvis here is my burning question....! what sounds better, a Martin MMV or the D16 RGT???? please help!!!!!!! I cant find a D16 rgt around where I live and im basing my purchase on what ive seen online about the D16rgt.. the MMV I have played in person.. Thank you for you help bro!!! ;)
J’ai la chance de posséder un d16 gt et le son se rapproche très fortement de la d18 , je suis peut-être tombé sur une bonne d16 gt et je suis super heureux de mon achat 😊
Love the rose wood. Deeper richer to my ears. So. I have just brought One online. Coming this week I hope. Watch Acoustic letter. On this and a few others, (Compare it to the HD 35.) Google (Spoon Philips.) Also a great demo man. This model next to an HD 35. I could not spit Hair's between them. (Acoustic letter. Review.) Price per pound. I have to go with this. But then I'm not playing for a living. Are you?
Very satisfied. It's well worth the money I paid. I have also tried a few different sets of Martin strings. at the moment I have Martin bluegrass SP 80/20 bronze. I was a bit worried because they state they have a slightly deeper bass than normal strings. But I have been pleasantly surprised with them. They're not expensive strings like the lifespans range and give a full body tone very pleasant to the ear. All I can say is, if you're thinking of spending this kind of money on a guitar, whatever make, go and try a few out first. For the money you will be spending it's worth a traveling around if you have to.
Terence Smith Hey again Terence. How are you doing? I got guitar a couple of days ago and its brilliant, but a little tight and overly bright on the sound. Did you have this situation as well. Cheers from sweden
Hi David. I can't say mine is overly bright, yes it has a bright high end which I like, but that's down to personal preference. I would suggest experimenting with some different strings and makes. My RGT came with Martin lifespan SP MSP7200. Which I found to be good. But as I said in my post I have been playing with Bluegrass strings which have slightly deeper bass strings, although very slightly. Again I suppose it's personnel preference. Also depends on what type of music you play.
To my ears, the mahogany sounds closer to a Taylor than the rosewood. I prefer the rosewood a little more but I'd say it depends on the type of music you like to play.
I liked the D16 best! Lucky for me its lower priced! Do you know if a D16 comes in a sunburst finish? And would the overall price on the guitar be higher do you think? Thank you for you reviews.. They are very helpfull! May love, joy, peace and health be with you as well!
I had no such luck. The guy who sold me it is a friend of mine and he said that because of the mistake it might increase the guitar's value because it's unique (afaik).
Mahogany sounds much better, those who hear rosewood better, thats because they expect to hear better. Hog is much better in this video, thanks a lot Jarvis
Moha Mahed I think mahogany sounds better. I am about to buy one of this guitars. So, I was debating between the two. I haven't played neither one. I haven't found them at the stores by me. I played the D 28, the HD 28 and the D 35. I liked the D 35 a lot. But, it's out of my budget. So I will settle for the D 16gt.
Moha Mahed not true. how do you get to decide how we are hearing these guitars? i like the rosewood, because the tone is more focused. so stop telling others how to hear.
Jose J Castaneda that's the theory and whether that happens is a mysterious thing we can't really explain reason being the guitar is made up of many parts
I need to try it but you can always EQ a Rosewood guitar to sound like a Mahogany guitar. Rosewood has a wider range is EQ while Mahogany is shorter. This means you can always turn down the low and high EQ of the Rosewood and turn up up the mids to get it to sound like a Mahogany guitar. However, EQing a Mahogany guitar to a Rosewood guitar will not work. Raising the EQ on the bass and treble that is NOT there because the range of the Mahogany guitar is shorter. None existence.
Rosewood wins - no contest. But it sure is no D-28! Don't know what strings are on these guitars, maybe just too light (?) - but if they are coated strings, no wonder they don't sound particularly good.
i want a good guitar that is gonna age good i mean i am 19 so i would want to pass it down to my kids lol should i buy it i am intermediate player and can appreciate the quality
The mahogany guitar sounds more appealing because it has a fuller mid-range. The rosewood guitar's mid-range is scooped up, which leaves space for human vocals. So I'd say rosewood is more suitable for singer-songwriters
Your guitar reviews are amazing and informative. I enjoy what you are doing and we all appreciate what you do. Thank you again for providing everyone with useful information for guitar selection.
Thanks for a terrific video and the warm thoughts. Your smile is welcome in a often cold world. Best to you and your loved ones too!
well we can all make this world a better place by sharing the Love around...thanks for tuning in
You've got a good soul my friend and love your reviews, thanks so much!
Thanks bro
Thanks so much for this comparison - I was actually looking at 000 versions of these models for my first Martin, but couldn't try them due to lack of new or local supply. This review finalized my leaning to the Rosewood version, which I picked up barely used and have been very satisfied with its rich sound.
yes , I can hear the different sound. I'm going with the mahogany . but I do love the look of the rosewood .
I have a OOO16 rosewood w/scalloped bracing, and it sounds very much like the rosewood D16 here. I'm sure glad I went with rosewood now, because the mahogany sounds thinner and more metallic to me. Great video comparison, with excellent audio quality ... thanks!
If you listen very closely you'll notice the mahogany is warmer and richer. The rosewood sounds more pronounced and defined but missing mid-range and unless singing there is tendency for ear fatigue. Did you notice how each time he played the mahogany he smiled more. Both great guitars!
I like the Rosewood version with the white bindings and laquer finish on the spruce top looks very good for me I want
Hey Jarvis,great comparison. I have been playing guitar for 34 years and I have to say that the Martin with the Indian Rosewood sounds like a"Real" guitar compared to the Mahogany, nice deep full clear sound and not twangy or mushy like the mahogany seems to be. Thank you very much for the video. If you are curious , I have a video that I am not too proud of on TH-cam under SpiderFingersRob. Yes, I am the artist as well, hey, cheers. May the force always be with you!
best guitar reviewer around - thanks Jarvis.
Rosewood may not sound as bright, but love its bass projection. Great video.
Another awesome review Jarvis! They both sound very good, but I love the crisp and clear sound of mahogany. Out of curiosity, what's in your personal stable?
Best Reviewer on TH-cam.. The love of what you do is apparent as is your kind soul. God Bless Jarvis.
I bought the DC-16gt back a couple of months ago,this is the cut away acoustic electric model.Great guitar,sounds great both plugged in and unpugged.Sounds better than my double the price taylor! I love it in fact love martin guitars period! Only problem is now i need the rosewood model as well :))..Great reviews you have on here man.Keep them coming.Cheers.
It was very good to here the difference between the mahogany and rosewood, I am in the process of buying one of the two and your video really helped me decide,play on!
I've just purchased a D16GT this week... I didn't have the chance to try 1 with the rosewood back and sides... so myself I wouldn't be able to tell the difference without comparing each of them side by side.
But So far So good with my new Martin D16GT... I don't have any regrets with my new guitar! Cheers!
Thanks for the exposition Jarvis, very well done! I felt the Rosewood was darker, heavier and well balanced in tone. The mahogany seemed brighter, not quite as well balanced.
Mahogany sounded a little thinner & Rosewood more crisp to my ears.Did the both have new & same brand of strings? For me New stings are to metallic twangy. I like them best after they have mellowed a bit. Both of those guitars are only going to improve.
The hog sounds brighter and louder than rose, inspite of being warm and woody in essence. Hog's the winner in my idea. But some of us are fooled by the price and the value of a wood... for them: the more expencieve wood=the more adorable sound. But thats not true, Anyhow, the tastes are different. Ive always been switched back and forward between the woods, had rosewoods for more than 10 years, but when my hands got a hog, it was like a new world of sound was opened up to me.
Bought my d16gt in 2008. I still like its sound better than the rosewood guitar. I was looking for a bluegrass guitar and I think I was right! This guitar does everything well and more!!!
Thanks. Just bought the d16gt mahogany back version. Love it.
I think they both sound fantastic, but I prefer the rosewood because it sounds fuller and less shrill on the high end.
Very nice review, nice comparison. I'm after either a Full body Mahogany///Mahogany back n sides Spruce Top, or Rosewood back n Sides with Spruce Top. I think the finger picking sounded nice on the Mahogany. Slightly more resonance. Still gotta do more research, as I tried out a Rosewood back n sides with Spruce Top in a shop, an it was amazing, but still need to try out a Mahogany.. Who knows.. not made mind up yet!!!
Another great review my brotha!! I'm looking to buy the RGT.. I own a blueridge br 160 and its a little too high in tone. But it's loud as hell, so great for playing outside unplugged.. QUESTION: is the martin 16 rgt going to be richer and warmer than the Blueridge?? And I don't really want it to be louder than my br!
Thanks again Jarvis for all these reviews!
the martins have more depth plus when you play on the upper frets the tone is more even compared to the Blueridge...Caution ..after you buy your martin...you may end up selling your BRidge...cheers and have a successful 2014 ahead
Great review, you enjoy playing! Picked mahogany one up last year for $600 used with original case, once in a lifetime deal, freeking stole it! Sounds fantastic especially when played quietly, if you listen carefully to mahogany it is more balanced and rich, the rosewood is more brighter, catchier but missing the mids and prone to ear fatigue imho. Theres a reason spruce and mohagany are the standard in my opinion as evidenced in the last comparison demo the difference in tone really obvious and players smile popped out with the mahogany. Sold the Taylor, both are good guitars tho. Also TH-cam compression alters tone so use higher quality headphones. Next going to rob a bank for a Hummingbird!🙃
Choosing between a used Taylor 310 and a Martin D16gt. Both sound nice.
I was waiting for this video to pop up somewhere on TH-cam for ages...
For flat picking, you're gonna' probably want the mahogany. The notes will have more bite to them. The rosewood will be awesome for a fingerpicker with great touch. For strumming alone, I would pick the rosewood because it is reicher and has more bottom.
What are you talking about? Rosewood is what people prefers for flat picking. Rosewood is louder and deeper. You want a guitar that will cut through.
Great review! These are so insightful for me.
I have to break with the majority it seems and say that I prefer the rosewood. They certainly both sound great, but I like that extra rosewood oomph and find the mahogany to be almost too much crackle and pop.
I totally agree man...congrats on the D41,...it will age very well so keep it well
Rosewood: Bass with Sparkly High-End
Mahogany: Warm and Flat
What model is the one on your left? Towards the end of the video around 7:07Thanks!
That’s the rosewood model D16RGT
Thanks Jarvis; BTW I have a D16GT, a D28 and a DM. Sometimes I think that my 16 sounds better than the D28. I like the sound of your D16GT better than the D16RGT. Have a great day, my friend. Rod
Hi, was thinking of how we should keep our guitars in good condition, especially in Singapore. Do we need some type of case/humidifier?
Excellent no bullshit review ... why is it that a lot of reviewers come across as second rate
frustrated standup comedians? Oh, because they are! Thanks ... Hard to pick which one I like best. Rosewood model is very "open" and "dryer" than mahogany one but mahogany is "sweeter" ... I've always been a mahogany fan but this D16RGT might just change my mind. Its quite a bit more expensive than the mahogany though ... by about 600 Aust$! thanks again
Saying I want to hear rosewood better is because I expect to hear it better...ha ! The rosewood is louder, more defined with enormous clarity, color and resonance, including a woody reverb. The mahagany( as Jarvis says) :) is flatter and less resonate, which some may prefer?
Great reviews Jarvis, as always...but it’s pronounced ma-hog-any not ma-hag-any. Both woods sound great, depends on what you fancy in the end.
They both sound like great Martins. I think that I prefer the D16GT. It seems to have an airiness about it that I like. I would be happy with either lol.
I purchased the D-16RGT and love it....I found the D16-GT to have a cheaper "Tinny"sound I did not prefer......I have recently purchased a D-41....If you can afford a great guitar,it is one of the BEST!!!!
You remind me of Jackie Chan, but I watch and listen to you playing guitar. Tks for your hard work .
Harold Rull well you are not the only one that said that
Just what I wanted! Thanks, Jarvis
i got me a d16gt just yesterday. its the prettiest guitar i have ever played. that rosewood sounds pretty good but just doesn't ring out like the mahogany does. I do have a question. At 3:23 it looks like your playing a (from low E to high E) 002200 402440 201220 022100 is that right?
I have a D16RGT, but the paper on the inside says D16GT, so do I get the best of both?
Interesting and educational. Thank you!
Both guitars are very nice sounding. The rosewood has more bass to it, while the mahogany is brighter. In the near future I am going to buy a Martin MMV.
are you talking about plugged in? cause you can make anything sound like anything plugged in, the rgt sounds like crap here
Hi Jarvis,
Does a D16rgt have similar bass as a D28? I played a d28 yesterday but I wasn't all that happy with the sound.. But I've played other new D28's that I liked the sound.. I'm waiting for my local store to get a D16Rgt in stock so I couldn't compare them side by side.. I either want to buy a d28 or the D16rgt.. But I also don't know if I like how thick the neck of the D28 feels either.. The D16rgt has a thinner neck right?
Mike the D28 needs to be setup correctly...during the first year the sound will be a little contained but play it well and the D28 will open up beautifully
The Guitar Spa Singapore
Hey, Jarvis. How significant is the difference in sound between a brand new solid top guitar and one that has "opened up" (say, over the course of the first year or two)?
The reason I ask is because I just got a brand new Washburn WD10S (ordered online), and it sounds very dull and muted. I have to work very hard to get any kind of dynamics or projection, and I can only pull so much out of it. I'm wondering if I should sell it or hang on to it for a while to see if it opens up, though I just can't imagine that there could possibly be that significant of a change over time. What do you think, based on your experience? Is there really that much difference in sound between a brand new guitar and one that has had a couple years of playing? Thanks. And have a blessed day.
D-16RGT, Taylor 314CE, Blueridge 180 and any high end Ayers with RW back.. which will you choose? Consider it for a long term performance guitar.. I am leaning more to Taylor due to the lifetime warranty.. yet BR for the low price n high end materials.. Martin for it's legendary traditional warm tone..
The gt d16 and blueridge 180. Taylor is garbage. Martin and Blueridge has a lifetime warranty.
Nice reviews, I'm really liking these.
If you had 2000 to buy a NEW martin or Taylor, what would you get? Don't want used.
Okay wait I like dreads.. Does the d16rgt sound similar to the MMV?? Haha your gonna confuse me more than I am! The mmv is a guitar center custom dread that's rosewood back and sides with spruce top.. But the bracing is the simplest one martin does.. Anyway which one Jarvis!!! ;) haha I trust you bro!! I like how the rgt looks and sounds online but I just wanna be sure before I order it!! Thank you again you are the guitar review guru!!
I'd go for one of the standard series if you're looking for an heirloom. These ones are players guitars and a great value. The standard series and above are true collectors items. Then again, these will probably be collectors items someday too!
Thanks for a very good demo of martin guitars!
I owned the d16rgt and it was by far the best acoustic ive ever owned. The only git i can say sounded as good that i played was a guild 12 string from 1980 back when they were made in Westerly. I traded the martin for a les paul, ive been regretting it ever since. Id like to d16 but the rgt looks better imo lol..
Interesting review...love the D16GT
nice guitar..sound very cool..i love it..its available here in abu dhabi?
I usually prefer mahogany and still do. However, both instruments have a very nice sound. Thanks.
Your joy face when you play the guitar is very funny.
Hi, I am confused to go for Guild GAD 150 with the latest D 120 all mahogany or D 140 ? I do have a Washburn WD10SCE with spruce and mahogany back and sides.. Is it worth to GAD 150 ? I could not play it as its available online only. Let me know bro.
It's hard for me to advise you as I don't get many guild coming in
Martin D16GT sounds HEAVEN!!!
I played both and although they are both great sounding instruments , I bought the Rosewood, for more than one reason.
The shop trades in good quality used guitars and they had a good stock of Martin D's
I played 4 D16's , and must say that they all had slightly different tones and deliveries... He then handed me a D16 RGT and then a D28 ( Both Rose woods )
All of these Guitars , bear in mind are around £1000 . D28 £1500.
We buy the martin we can afford, not neccessarilly the ones that we want
you're a fun guy Jarvis. I like you're attitude.
I presumed mahogany would be warmer and better sounding.. I was wrong!
Great vid mate! This has made me think I probably want both lol
well if money is no problem for you...why not...cheers and have a smashing 2014 ..
Thanks bro, you too!
Great review Jarvis. Thank you.
Hi Jarvis here is my burning question....! what sounds better, a Martin MMV or the D16 RGT???? please help!!!!!!! I cant find a D16 rgt around where I live and im basing my purchase on what ive seen online about the D16rgt.. the MMV I have played in person.. Thank you for you help bro!!! ;)
Martin 000-15M
How would the d16gt compare to a d18? I'm wondering if the d18 is worth an xtra $1000.
J’ai la chance de posséder un d16 gt et le son se rapproche très fortement de la d18 , je suis peut-être tombé sur une bonne d16 gt et je suis super heureux de mon achat 😊
Love the rose wood. Deeper richer to my ears. So. I have just brought One online. Coming this week I hope. Watch Acoustic letter. On this and a few others, (Compare it to the HD 35.) Google (Spoon Philips.) Also a great demo man. This model next to an HD 35. I could not spit Hair's between them. (Acoustic letter. Review.) Price per pound. I have to go with this. But then I'm not playing for a living. Are you?
Hey, are you satisfied with your guitar?
I'm thinking of buying the RDG or a takemine p3dc. It's hard to decide really
Very satisfied. It's well worth the money I paid. I have also tried a few different sets of Martin strings. at the moment I have Martin bluegrass SP 80/20 bronze. I was a bit worried because they state they have a slightly deeper bass than normal strings. But I have been pleasantly surprised with them.
They're not expensive strings like the lifespans range and give a full body tone very pleasant to the ear.
All I can say is, if you're thinking of spending this kind of money on a guitar, whatever make, go and try a few out first. For the money you will be spending it's worth a traveling around if you have to.
Terence Smith Hey again Terence. How are you doing? I got guitar a couple of days ago and its brilliant, but a little tight and overly bright on the sound. Did you have this situation as well. Cheers from sweden
Hi David.
I can't say mine is overly bright, yes it has a bright high end which I like, but that's down to personal preference. I would suggest experimenting with some different strings and makes. My RGT came with Martin lifespan SP MSP7200. Which I found to be good. But as I said in my post I have been playing with Bluegrass strings which have slightly deeper bass strings, although very slightly. Again I suppose it's personnel preference. Also depends on what type of music you play.
To my ears, the mahogany sounds closer to a Taylor than the rosewood. I prefer the rosewood a little more but I'd say it depends on the type of music you like to play.
I liked the D16 best! Lucky for me its lower priced! Do you know if a D16 comes in a sunburst finish? And would the overall price on the guitar be higher do you think? Thank you for you reviews.. They are very helpfull! May love, joy, peace and health be with you as well!
I had no such luck. The guy who sold me it is a friend of mine and he said that because of the mistake it might increase the guitar's value because it's unique (afaik).
Another great review....
La sonorité de la d16 gt s’approche fortement du son Martin d18 , les deux d16 sont magnifiques, merci beaucoup pour la vidéo
That’s great
great job. Thank you soooo much
The mahogany , notes are all over the place.The rosewood has more fuller sound . Depends on what you like .
I prefer the rosewood, maybe thats why i bought the RGT! Way more bass resonance in my opinion...
Very usefull. Thanks you.
I think the rosewood sounds better strumming, but the mahogany sounds better being picked.
It seams like the D-16GT has a warmer sound than the D-16RGT
Man that rosewood sure makes a difference in warm sound.
Mahogany sounds much better, those who hear rosewood better, thats because they expect to hear better. Hog is much better in this video, thanks a lot Jarvis
Moha Mahed
I think mahogany sounds better. I am about to buy one of this guitars. So, I was debating between the two. I haven't played neither one. I haven't found them at the stores by me. I played the D 28, the HD 28 and the D 35. I liked the D 35 a lot. But, it's out of my budget. So I will settle for the D 16gt.
Moha Mahed not true. how do you get to decide how we are hearing these guitars? i like the rosewood, because the tone is more focused. so stop telling others how to hear.
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@GuitPL4evr I totally agree! Was just gonna post the exact same thing lol
thank you
If 10% of the sound comes from the back and sides. How come we here a big difference?
Jose J Castaneda that's the theory and whether that happens is a mysterious thing we can't really explain reason being the guitar is made up of many parts
I need to try it but you can always EQ a Rosewood guitar to sound like a Mahogany guitar. Rosewood has a wider range is EQ while Mahogany is shorter. This means you can always turn down the low and high EQ of the Rosewood and turn up up the mids to get it to sound like a Mahogany guitar. However, EQing a Mahogany guitar to a Rosewood guitar will not work. Raising the EQ on the bass and treble that is NOT there because the range of the Mahogany guitar is shorter. None existence.
i got my d16gt for 700 used and nothing wrong with it. how much does it run new?
eishiba10 dumbass question
I bought a D16, but it was labeled as a D1, so I only paid $899 instead of $1049
Because of that crackle and pop, mahogany wins big for me.
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the rgt sounds like the cheaper tinny one to me
Rosewood sounds brighter. Mahogany warmer.
I keep it humidified and always in its case when not being played.....I hope it will last me many years!!!
Rosewood wins - no contest. But it sure is no D-28! Don't know what strings are on these guitars, maybe just too light (?) - but if they are coated strings, no wonder they don't sound particularly good.
It is louder then a d-28. D-28 has standard x brace. The d-16 has a hybrid scallop brace, which is forward shifted. The 16 line sounds better.
Take the martin...Lifetime warranty..you buy a guitar based on how good it sounds and plays and not the warranty
no no no, the mahogany sounds the best!!!!!!!!!!!!!! got the best of both highs and lows, love it!
i want a good guitar that is gonna age good i mean i am 19 so i would want to pass it down to my kids lol should i buy it i am intermediate player and can appreciate the quality
nice comment =)