Gentlemen! I live in Denmark. I will likely never have an occasion to do business with your store. However, I watch your videos and enjoy them thouroughly. Listen to the podcast as well. Thanks for all you do. All the best
Both amazing guitars. After playing them in store I walked out with the 000-28 but then a few months later fell for a CEO-7 which in my opinion is the best sounding mahogany guitar that Martin makes. Incredible playing as always Cooper!
I’m proud to say I have a ‘72 000-28!!!! Originally owned by my mother who very graciously passed it down to me (she still has another vintage, her other is D-35). Love watching these reviews and comparisons, thanks for your valuable insight!! 💛
Mahogany for me. Always felt it to be ‘honest’. Both are incredible. I ordered a 0000-18 (M-18) from Martin Custom Shop; 10-12 month build time, almost 5 months in…. So stoked!
Ha! We have no Martin walls in Rhode Island! A few cool shops though. I chose the 000-18 and it never fails to impress me- so articulate, warm, forgiving, and easy to play!. What a gem. Great video and amazing playing.
Mahogany all day long for me. I wouldn’t say no to either but that woody warmth from mahogany just wraps you like a warm hug. Big fan of 18 style for dreadnought and OOO but I hear you Cooper on rosewood for an OM … that is one time when rosewood might just nip it. All things considered a standard OOO-18 just might be my desert island guitar. Thanks for the video lads 👍
000-18 for me. I've owned a few. Currently a custom Shop 000-18 with Adirondack/Sinker Mahogany, golden era bracing. This is Mahogany Heaven !! Thanks again for a great video.
I’m upset you did this video. About 6 years ago I sold my 00018 after being convinced I needed rosewood. I sold the 18 , purchased the 28 and was just getting over the loss of the 18 until I saw this video. Now I’ve got to be depressed all over again. Seriously, thanks for the video. I have learned I’m a mahogany guy more than rosewood, although I purchased the 00016 Streetmaster recently. Thank you again.
@@DomCAFC Definitely a louder guitar than my 00015sm. I think it likes a bit harder strumming. I’m a finger picker, but with a pick, this has great clarity, column and sustain of sound. If I’m going to be fingerpicking I prefer the mahogany.
That’s really interesting, I bought a 000-16 streetmaster recently and still working out what I think of it. I’ve actually found that when I strum too hard it feels a bit strident - maybe that will improve as I adjust to it with time! Would love to own a 15sm at some point!
@@DomCAFC I’ve had the 00016 for a while now and I’m still trying to decide if I like it. I’m primarily a finger picker, and my 00015sm is my favorite guitar. But there are a few songs with moderate strumming I like the 16. But I’m not convinced it’s a forever guitar.
In 2012, my favorite guitar store let me compare a 000-18 and 000-28 for an hour or so. My wife would alternately hand me one to play, blindfolded, and I walked out with the 28. The 18 just sounded muffled to both of us while the 28 rang and sounded so clear. Today, it would not be as easy to choose.
I come just to hear another amazing guitar composition from you guys! This sounded so progressive, original and exquisitely complex! What a lovely piece of music! I have such a long way to go!
I didn't know that was a question. But I fully agree. Of the 2 I prefer the 000-28 tone, it just sounded more silky and rich. Currently I play a OMC16e Ovangkol, D-35 and D12-28 but had a 000M in the past as a comparison to these. I have no idea why the Ovangkol OMC16e was discontinued, maybe didn't sell well, but it is my favorite of all the Martins I have ever played. It is a very balanced tone without the typical mid-scoop. The others would go before that one.
I went to buy a HD35, then recalled how much I was impressed by the 000-18 at another store. So I played a 000-18 and loved it. I had to try the 000-28 many times, thinking I’d like it more but for me it wasn’t even close. The 000-18 was for me. Now it was a matter of which of the 2 new 000-18’s in stock I pick. I walked out with both the HD35 and one of the 000-18. It was a great guitar day, and my wife in the car said good for you 😊
My wife waits in the car and usually says, "you don't need another guitar" Last time she handed me plastic and said, "put it on here" I selected an OM 42
@@WCWMidnight how do you like the 000-18? I like the HD35 as I can never get enough bass. My Yamaha LL16D gives me plenty of treble if I want it and my FS5 is nice complement as well.
@jaepark8922 I didn't purchase the 000-18. I purchased the Gibson L 00. One of the reasons was the bass, and it just had that spark the Martin was missing. I also have a Martin D18, Gibson J45, some Taylor's and others. The D35 is my favorite right now.
So many choices and only 10 fingers... life is grand . I have a D-18 GE and the CEO-7, and others. The CEO-7 is Martin's version of the L 00, with red spruce and mahogany. I recently got a rosewood OM@@WCWMidnight
Great comparison! I realize that in store availability is frequently an issue with the CEO-7, but a comparison between that and a 00-18 would also be cool. A L-00 & CEO-7 would also be cool….maybe all three.
I’ve been longing for this head-to-head! I played a D18 at GC a while ago and fell in love with it. But the harmonic overtones in the rosewood with those clear trebles and bases, push all of my buttons. So rosewood it would be. But I would love to own either!
I have a 000M and love it. I have a OM35 and they are also really nice. The emporium in Lexington has a Marting wall, Taylor, and bunch that cost more than my car. 30 minute drive from Rhode Island.
Throw an Adirondack VTS on top of the 000-18 and throw in a K&K Trinity, and I'm sold. Thanks Chris and Cooper. PS it depends on what you want to do. Jam, 000-18. Solo, 000-28.
I happen to be the lucky owner of the very best sounding 000-18 on the face of this planet (I know, don’t look any further, I have it, it’s mine!), but I would have no problem owning a good 000-28 as well. 🧡🧡🧡
I find the difference mainly to be that the 18 is more finger style friendly and the 28 responds better to a pick. I have both and that's what I find out here at home as well. It takes a bit more input to get the volume and tone out of the rosewood,
Beautiful playing. I love these two comparisons. Cooper, what is the name of the first song you are playing in the comparisons. It is very familiar, but I cant quite remember. I think it may be Help Me Make It Through the Night. Please let me know. thank you.-
I can definitely hear the difference between these guitars. The Mahogany backed 00018 is very upfront and articulate in its voice. The Rosewood backed 00028 is very sweet and melodic. I'd want both versions, depending on which type of music I wanted to play. That said, I actually prefer the plainer trim. Martin CAN make a gorgeous guitar, but for some reason, they don't, or if they do, it's very very expensive. They put their craftmanship IN the guitar and the sounding of them. And I respect their quality, even though their prices are a little high. But maybe that's the price of Martin quality.
You can. It's called Custom Shop. It just costs a lot and you wait a long time. They will make almost anything you can dream up for a PRICE$$$$$$$$! Once priced a D12-35 with slot headstock and 12 fret neck. Instead I bought a D35 AND a D12-28 and saved money.
I think I would choose the 000-28 for the sound, and a question for Cooper & Chris if you were going to buy an electric guitar for between 2000.00 & 2500.00 new what would you pick a Gibson Les Paul or a Stratocaster.
Ok Chris McKee and Coooper Greenberg it's Phil Martin aka Cornbread,aka Doc Martin,aka Dr.Martin THE luthier king and I would like to pass on some info on some incredible guitars.The Alvarez Masterworks series will amaze you with the sound,playabillity and features.I have purchased 4 of these so far the MDR70e 12 fret,MD60BG,MD70BG and most resent the MF60OM.Chris mentioned wanting the 000 hog body with upgrade features and the Alvarez MF60OM is it! The MF60OM has a AAA Sitka top that's aged with scalloped bracing,neck binding ,herringbone rosette and top inlay,grained ivroid binding,bone nut and saddle,24 13/16" scale,1-3/4" nut,solid mahogany backsides and neck with a soft V profile and open gear tuners with a nice soft/hard case for $799!
This is how I settled. My Martin collection is gonna consist of a D-18 and of an OM-28. My reasoning and preference being: A rosewood dread is far too powerful and bassy for my liking. A lot of midtones seem to get mudded and lost. A mahogany dread is just perfect. You get a powerful but clear sound all around. And an OM-28 is just my all time favorite guitar sound. A dream! The rosewood complements the smaller size just perfectly. I, like Chris, also like to let the guitars ring out more. I like to hear what they have to say! LOL
I’m very lucky to have both (lefties) a 000-28EC & 000-18MD. I could never pick between the 2. When I’m playing either, I will swear that it’s the best.
I was set on the 28EC I had the chance to play. Loved the neck. Now I’m confused cos as much as rosewood looks great that white binding is not for me . I had assumed the 18 was a difference shape but the stripped down simple styling is more my cup of tea. Hard to tell over TH-cam but they both sound excellent so it may come down to aesthetics & saving a few quid! 🤔 Unless… is the Clapton neck different to these 2 here?
Just rewatched and realised u clearly stated the Clapton neck was different 🤦🏻 Ok used 28EC it is then & hopefully the white has aged to a subtler shade. New I’d go for the 18 though.
I found that particular 000-28 to be a bit more dull-sounding than my own experience suggested it should. I was wondering whether it might have had dull strings until you mentioned that it was new vs. an already-broken-in 000-18. It makes me wonder whether the 000-28 hadn't broken in yet.
I was deciding between a 000-18 and 000-28 in May and went with the 000-18 for the sound, despite thinking I preferred the aesthetic of the 000-28. Now I think there's an unstated beauty and pureness to the look of the 000-18. When I see the 000-28 now, it is not as appealing to me.
That’s what I did with a new d18. I typically buy used, worn in guitars and was getting acquainted with this semi-vintage d35 that had a neck reset and bridge re-glue-it sounded great. I then played this new d18 and it was an instant sell for me, even with the 1.75 nut width that I didn’t prefer but now used to it. I’ve still yet to own a rosewood acoustic… always gravitate back to mahogany.
My first Martin is a 000-27 (slot head, 12 fret, gloss top herringbone soundhole, mahogany). I've since gotten over two dozen Martins but that 16 is still my favorite.
I've owned a Martin and Guild mahogany and a Gibson and Taylor and Washburn rosewood, I seem to always find myself reaching for the mahogany guitars while wondering what am I missing with the rosewoods, since the consensus seems to prefer it. Truth is, play what you are drawn to, for me it's mahogany.
Personally I feel rosewood notes stands out more where mahogany seems to blend them together. I can’t help but feel the sound is a little bit inferior. The rest I think it is just personal preference. I have both.
Im in the "Alamood" to be in the "Alamode" to hear some Martin review's from the "Alamo" Music Center! Haha, AliExpress has Eric Claptons 000-28 available for the low price of $467. How about reviewing that specialty axe haha.
00018 would be my choice. Huge fan of mahogany. Interesting no one mentioned the smaller size of the 00018 which I find more comfortable and enjoyable to play over a dreadnought.
The tone difference is striking. If you had the same pickup in both guitars, would you hear as much difference plugged in? And still have the midrange scoop in the rosewood? Just curious.
That depends on the type of pickup. If it an under saddle pickup or soundboard transducer then it won’t matter. If it has a mic component then the difference would be heard. - Chris
Here's the thing, To me, in the 000s, the aesthetics of the 28 reign supreme. The sound balances out somewhat between the two, the 28 to my ear more nuanced, with the 18 having a little bit more articulation and (potentially) punch...maybe. And while a $500 delta in msrp, I think you get the sense that you're getting more what you paid for overall. It is more special. The 18 appears almost too plain--again in this body style and by comparison, and looks like it could be any number of other guitars, including Martin's "lesser" series. However, when you move to the Standard D series, the playing field is leveled a bit more "for some reason," (the 18's more basic trim less a liability) it truly does become more about sound preferences. I like my D-18 and D-28 equally well--for different reasons. As Chris I believe, but also perhaps Cooper, intimated - a cool hybrid and one I might have custom made, when my "ship comes in," is an 18, i.e. mahogany b&s, with 28 appointments, including the volute. This is essentially what Ricky Skagg's Bourgeois Country Boy (dreadnaught) is-- "a mahogany D-28." Very few nits to pick on that one. Edit: If you're seeing strikethroughs, that's not me. When I made a correction-edit, what I see is a lot of strikethroughs, and not even on my correction. A glitch in the YT software perhaps.
On the 18, going from finger picking to strumming, there is a difference. Not as warm. On the 28, there is little difference. Both warm and sustain. I have a 00028MD. Do the 00028 vs the 00028MD.
Great video and comparison. Wouldn't mind seeing a video comparing the 000-28 to the 000-28EC. And for the love of God, people, please resist the urge to respond to this comment with "The only differences between the 000-28 and 000-28EC are BlaH bLaH bLAh." I don't understand the chemical reactions in your brains that cause you to type shit like that. Thanks!
how about n-o-o-o, as in "Nooo." too $$$, stuff falls apart, humidity nightmare etc. buy 3 rando acoustics instead good podcast anyhow, thank u Alamo and Chris n' Coop
Maybe if u just listen u would learn something Cmon this guys are one of the best guitar reviews online, both can actually play guitar and play great (mixed “genre” playing demos and not just bluegrass like must do)
Watch you guys a bunch. Great videos. Question for you. I’m looking for a budget friendly comp guitar to the Martin OMJM. OOO/OM body, 25.4 scale, 1 11/16 nut, Sitka top, Sapale/Mahogany sides. Price range $1,000 - $1,500. Is there any Martin out there like this?
I got a Martin 000-1 1998 USA preowned in inmaculate condition (Ireland 1200 euro, in the USA should be cheaper). Solid sitka spruce top, laminated mag sides and solid mag back, 25.4 lenght scale. Sounds amazing. Eventually I would like to get a 000-18, but I am very happy with the purchase.
Gentlemen!
I live in Denmark. I will likely never have an occasion to do business with your store. However, I watch your videos and enjoy them thouroughly. Listen to the podcast as well. Thanks for all you do.
All the best
Let’s take a moment to appreciate how good the playing is bravo
Both amazing guitars. After playing them in store I walked out with the 000-28 but then a few months later fell for a CEO-7 which in my opinion is the best sounding mahogany guitar that Martin makes. Incredible playing as always Cooper!
Would love a ceo7 with a slotted headstock!!
I’m proud to say I have a ‘72 000-28!!!! Originally owned by my mother who very graciously passed it down to me (she still has another vintage, her other is D-35). Love watching these reviews and comparisons, thanks for your valuable insight!! 💛
Mahogany for me. Always felt it to be ‘honest’. Both are incredible. I ordered a 0000-18 (M-18) from Martin Custom Shop; 10-12 month build time, almost 5 months in…. So stoked!
Ha! We have no Martin walls in Rhode Island! A few cool shops though.
I chose the 000-18 and it never fails to impress me- so articulate, warm, forgiving, and easy to play!. What a gem. Great video and amazing playing.
Mahogany all day long for me. I wouldn’t say no to either but that woody warmth from mahogany just wraps you like a warm hug. Big fan of 18 style for dreadnought and OOO but I hear you Cooper on rosewood for an OM … that is one time when rosewood might just nip it. All things considered a standard OOO-18 just might be my desert island guitar. Thanks for the video lads 👍
000-18 for me. I've owned a few. Currently a custom Shop 000-18 with Adirondack/Sinker Mahogany, golden era bracing. This is Mahogany Heaven !! Thanks again for a great video.
I’m upset you did this video. About 6 years ago I sold my 00018 after being convinced I needed rosewood. I sold the 18 , purchased the 28 and was just getting over the loss of the 18 until I saw this video. Now I’ve got to be depressed all over again.
Seriously, thanks for the video. I have learned I’m a mahogany guy more than rosewood, although I purchased the 00016 Streetmaster recently.
Thank you again.
What do you think of the 000-16 streetmaster?
@@DomCAFC Definitely a louder guitar than my 00015sm. I think it likes a bit harder strumming. I’m a finger picker, but with a pick, this has great clarity, column and sustain of sound.
If I’m going to be fingerpicking I prefer the mahogany.
That’s really interesting, I bought a 000-16 streetmaster recently and still working out what I think of it.
I’ve actually found that when I strum too hard it feels a bit strident - maybe that will improve as I adjust to it with time!
Would love to own a 15sm at some point!
@@DomCAFC I’ve had the 00016 for a while now and I’m still trying to decide if I like it. I’m primarily a finger picker, and my 00015sm is my favorite guitar. But there are a few songs with moderate strumming I like the 16.
But I’m not convinced it’s a forever guitar.
Guys, well done. I love the 000-28 sounds so lush. Cheers from Australia, great comparison.
This is exactly the video I needed!
I'm new to Martin, so navigating across all the options can be a bit overwhelming in the beginning. Thanks!
In 2012, my favorite guitar store let me compare a 000-18 and 000-28 for an hour or so. My wife would alternately hand me one to play, blindfolded, and I walked out with the 28. The 18 just sounded muffled to both of us while the 28 rang and sounded so clear. Today, it would not be as easy to choose.
I'd still go for the 28 but both are nice
I come just to hear another amazing guitar composition from you guys! This sounded so progressive, original and exquisitely complex! What a lovely piece of music! I have such a long way to go!
The answer of which one to get is yes.
I didn't know that was a question. But I fully agree. Of the 2 I prefer the 000-28 tone, it just sounded more silky and rich.
Currently I play a OMC16e Ovangkol, D-35 and D12-28 but had a 000M in the past as a comparison to these. I have no idea why the Ovangkol OMC16e was discontinued, maybe didn't sell well, but it is my favorite of all the Martins I have ever played. It is a very balanced tone without the typical mid-scoop. The others would go before that one.
Yes indeed!
Gotta catch ‘em all
I went to buy a HD35, then recalled how much I was impressed by the 000-18 at another store. So I played a 000-18 and loved it. I had to try the 000-28 many times, thinking I’d like it more but for me it wasn’t even close. The 000-18 was for me. Now it was a matter of which of the 2 new 000-18’s in stock I pick. I walked out with both the HD35 and one of the 000-18. It was a great guitar day, and my wife in the car said good for you 😊
My wife waits in the car and usually says, "you don't need another guitar"
Last time she handed me plastic and said, "put it on here" I selected an OM 42
I see we have the same taste! I purchased the d35, didn't like the HD version, earlier this year and now I am planning to pick up the 000-18 2morrow
@@WCWMidnight how do you like the 000-18? I like the HD35 as I can never get enough bass. My Yamaha LL16D gives me plenty of treble if I want it and my FS5 is nice complement as well.
@jaepark8922 I didn't purchase the 000-18. I purchased the Gibson L 00. One of the reasons was the bass, and it just had that spark the Martin was missing. I also have a Martin D18, Gibson J45, some Taylor's and others. The D35 is my favorite right now.
So many choices and only 10 fingers... life is grand . I have a D-18 GE and the CEO-7, and others. The CEO-7 is Martin's version of the L 00, with red spruce and mahogany. I recently got a rosewood OM@@WCWMidnight
Great comparison! I realize that in store availability is frequently an issue with the CEO-7, but a comparison between that and a 00-18 would also be cool. A L-00 & CEO-7 would also be cool….maybe all three.
Both have great sound and I hate to be a rosewood sheep but I liked the tone of the 000-28 better. It spoke to me.
I’ve been longing for this head-to-head! I played a D18 at GC a while ago and fell in love with it. But the harmonic overtones in the rosewood with those clear trebles and bases, push all of my buttons. So rosewood it would be. But I would love to own either!
I have a 000M and love it. I have a OM35 and they are also really nice. The emporium in Lexington has a Marting wall, Taylor, and bunch that cost more than my car. 30 minute drive from Rhode Island.
Please do a review of Martin's 00018 Modern Deluxe.
I ended up landing on the 000-16 streetmaster. I didn't get to try that 000-18 to compare but very happy with my purchase
The 000-18 wood but the binding appointments of the 28
2 beautiful guitars. I’ll stick with my 0-18 thank you 🎸
Well timed as I’m considering both of these guitars now
I’m currently the caretaker of a 1970 000-18 that’s been in my family since new. A great guitar to be sure. Also own an OM28 MD and HD28.
Amazing video. A 000-16 streetmaster compared to the 000-28 would be really interesting
Throw an Adirondack VTS on top of the 000-18 and throw in a K&K Trinity, and I'm sold. Thanks Chris and Cooper. PS it depends on what you want to do. Jam, 000-18. Solo, 000-28.
I happen to be the lucky owner of the very best sounding 000-18 on the face of this planet (I know, don’t look any further, I have it, it’s mine!), but I would have no problem owning a good 000-28 as well. 🧡🧡🧡
For me, the tortoise binding is the bomb.
I also have the CEO7 and think it tops both ... all down to the vibe your after though !
I find the difference mainly to be that the 18 is more finger style friendly and the 28 responds better to a pick. I have both and that's what I find out here at home as well. It takes a bit more input to get the volume and tone out of the rosewood,
I’ll just say it again…I could listen to Cooper play guitar all day long.
How about comparing a Gibson LG2 with a Martin CEO7?
Review a joy - thank you. Fell in love with the mahogany. Seemed/appeared incredibly playable. Rosewood seemed to need more driving? Both beautiful.
The CEO 7 is mahogany with cream binding and a lot of fun.
000-18 with herringbone and maple binding as Chris suggested would be awesome! It will really make the guitar pop a little
Beautiful playing. I love these two comparisons. Cooper, what is the name of the first song you are playing in the comparisons. It is very familiar, but I cant quite remember. I think it may be Help Me Make It Through the Night. Please let me know. thank you.-
I've got a birthday around the corner.
I'll accept either one for a present. Thank you!!
I ended up with the 000-18, tryin both in a store, it just had the sonic character i was looking for. 😊👍
Great sustain, beautiful woody tone. I actually like the 000-18 better.
I can definitely hear the difference between these guitars. The Mahogany backed 00018 is very upfront and articulate in its voice. The Rosewood backed 00028 is very sweet and melodic. I'd want both versions, depending on which type of music I wanted to play. That said, I actually prefer the plainer trim. Martin CAN make a gorgeous guitar, but for some reason, they don't, or if they do, it's very very expensive. They put their craftmanship IN the guitar and the sounding of them. And I respect their quality, even though their prices are a little high. But maybe that's the price of Martin quality.
African Mahogany is a great tonewood that does a nice job. I have an Alvarez AD66SHB that is all mahogany, and the sound is quite focused.
Genuine Mahogany on 000-18 not African Mahogany. They both sounds great.
The 28 for sure! I need a rosewood guitar
Great comparison! I'd love to see a few mahogany guitars against each other. 000 18, FS5 etc.
Really cool compare. More like this would be great. OM18vsOM28. ;-)
I wish you could get the 000-18 with the 000-28 aesthetic
You can. It's called Custom Shop. It just costs a lot and you wait a long time. They will make almost anything you can dream up for a PRICE$$$$$$$$!
Once priced a D12-35 with slot headstock and 12 fret neck. Instead I bought a D35 AND a D12-28 and saved money.
I thought I would prefer the 18, but was surprised by how much more I liked the 28.
I walked away with the D-18! Just felt ready to be mine! The 28 just didn’t sound as well, maybe it was just that guitar! But I LOVE my 18!
I think I would choose the 000-28 for the sound, and a question for Cooper & Chris if you were going to buy an electric guitar for between 2000.00 & 2500.00 new what would you pick a Gibson Les Paul or a Stratocaster.
Ok Chris McKee and Coooper Greenberg it's Phil Martin aka Cornbread,aka Doc Martin,aka Dr.Martin THE luthier king and I would like to pass on some info on some incredible guitars.The Alvarez Masterworks series will amaze you with the sound,playabillity and features.I have purchased 4 of these so far the MDR70e 12 fret,MD60BG,MD70BG and most resent the MF60OM.Chris mentioned wanting the 000 hog body with upgrade features and the Alvarez MF60OM is it! The MF60OM has a AAA Sitka top that's aged with scalloped bracing,neck binding ,herringbone rosette and top inlay,grained ivroid binding,bone nut and saddle,24 13/16" scale,1-3/4" nut,solid mahogany backsides and neck with a soft V profile and open gear tuners with a nice soft/hard case for $799!
This is how I settled. My Martin collection is gonna consist of a D-18 and of an OM-28. My reasoning and preference being: A rosewood dread is far too powerful and bassy for my liking. A lot of midtones seem to get mudded and lost. A mahogany dread is just perfect. You get a powerful but clear sound all around. And an OM-28 is just my all time favorite guitar sound. A dream! The rosewood complements the smaller size just perfectly. I, like Chris, also like to let the guitars ring out more. I like to hear what they have to say! LOL
I’m very lucky to have both (lefties) a 000-28EC & 000-18MD. I could never pick between the 2. When I’m playing either, I will swear that it’s the best.
I really wish Martin used 1/4" bracing in the 000-28, too. I think it would make a big difference.
I was set on the 28EC I had the chance to play. Loved the neck. Now I’m confused cos as much as rosewood looks great that white binding is not for me . I had assumed the 18 was a difference shape but the stripped down simple styling is more my cup of tea.
Hard to tell over TH-cam but they both sound excellent so it may come down to aesthetics & saving a few quid!
🤔 Unless… is the Clapton neck different to these 2 here?
Just rewatched and realised u clearly stated the Clapton neck was different 🤦🏻
Ok used 28EC it is then & hopefully the white has aged to a subtler shade.
New I’d go for the 18 though.
I found that particular 000-28 to be a bit more dull-sounding than my own experience suggested it should. I was wondering whether it might have had dull strings until you mentioned that it was new vs. an already-broken-in 000-18. It makes me wonder whether the 000-28 hadn't broken in yet.
I was deciding between a 000-18 and 000-28 in May and went with the 000-18 for the sound, despite thinking I preferred the aesthetic of the 000-28. Now I think there's an unstated beauty and pureness to the look of the 000-18. When I see the 000-28 now, it is not as appealing to me.
That’s what I did with a new d18. I typically buy used, worn in guitars and was getting acquainted with this semi-vintage d35 that had a neck reset and bridge re-glue-it sounded great. I then played this new d18 and it was an instant sell for me, even with the 1.75 nut width that I didn’t prefer but now used to it. I’ve still yet to own a rosewood acoustic… always gravitate back to mahogany.
what mics are you using guys for the demo recordings
My first Martin is a 000-27 (slot head, 12 fret, gloss top herringbone soundhole, mahogany). I've since gotten over two dozen Martins but that 16 is still my favorite.
I'd go for the 000-28 for the bass thumb and nice highs.
I've owned a Martin and Guild mahogany and a Gibson and Taylor and Washburn rosewood, I seem to always find myself reaching for the mahogany guitars while wondering what am I missing with the rosewoods, since the consensus seems to prefer it. Truth is, play what you are drawn to, for me it's mahogany.
I would like to see a comparison of the 000-18 and the 00015M
I'm diggin the c000per!
I prefer the 28 in looks and sound but not by much. You can't go wrong with either.
00028 is the best guitar I’ve ever played.
OOO 28 sounded terrific.
Personally I feel rosewood notes stands out more where mahogany seems to blend them together. I can’t help but feel the sound is a little bit inferior. The rest I think it is just personal preference. I have both.
If you can have both, have both. For me: mahogany dreadnought, rosewood 000, mahogany 00 and 0
I will take the 28, thank you. Now I just need to learn to play like Coop.
Im in the "Alamood" to be in the "Alamode" to hear some Martin review's from the "Alamo" Music Center! Haha, AliExpress has Eric Claptons 000-28 available for the low price of $467. How about reviewing that specialty axe haha.
What is the name of those beautiful songs they play?
00018 would be my choice. Huge fan of mahogany. Interesting no one mentioned the smaller size of the 00018 which I find more comfortable and enjoyable to play over a dreadnought.
I own both and the answer is... the last one I played 😉
00018 rules
What song is Cooper playing in the demos?
One of his originals. Golden Apple.
It's really a matter of taste.
The tone difference is striking. If you had the same pickup in both guitars, would you hear as much difference plugged in? And still have the midrange scoop in the rosewood? Just curious.
That depends on the type of pickup. If it an under saddle pickup or soundboard transducer then it won’t matter. If it has a mic component then the difference would be heard. - Chris
If you ever get that 18 with 28 appointments I’ll buy it off you( or I’d have to join the queue!)👍🇬🇧
Both 🤔🎸🎸
To me when playing ( so I’m the audience😊) be the small body mahogany /sprucetop combo .. eyes open or closed.
Here's the thing, To me, in the 000s, the aesthetics of the 28 reign supreme. The sound balances out somewhat between the two, the 28 to my ear more nuanced, with the 18 having a little bit more articulation and (potentially) punch...maybe. And while a $500 delta in msrp, I think you get the sense that you're getting more what you paid for overall. It is more special. The 18 appears almost too plain--again in this body style and by comparison, and looks like it could be any number of other guitars, including Martin's "lesser" series. However, when you move to the Standard D series, the playing field is leveled a bit more "for some reason," (the 18's more basic trim less a liability) it truly does become more about sound preferences. I like my D-18 and D-28 equally well--for different reasons. As Chris I believe, but also perhaps Cooper, intimated - a cool hybrid and one I might have custom made, when my "ship comes in," is an 18, i.e. mahogany b&s, with 28 appointments, including the volute. This is essentially what Ricky Skagg's Bourgeois Country Boy (dreadnaught) is-- "a mahogany D-28." Very few nits to pick on that one.
Edit: If you're seeing strikethroughs, that's not me. When I made a correction-edit, what I see is a lot of strikethroughs, and not even on my correction. A glitch in the YT software perhaps.
finger style on the 18 sounds like a wet blanket is covering it. It didn't really even out and open up until he stated flat picking it.
That triple0 shit got me cracking xD
favorite for bluegrass; favorite for playing along with country music (not modern pop)
Great to hear the back to back thanks
On the 18, going from finger picking to strumming, there is a difference. Not as warm. On the 28, there is little difference. Both warm and sustain. I have a 00028MD. Do the 00028 vs the 00028MD.
I'll take 000-18 with 28 appointments please
Great video and comparison. Wouldn't mind seeing a video comparing the 000-28 to the 000-28EC.
And for the love of God, people, please resist the urge to respond to this comment with "The only differences between the 000-28 and 000-28EC are BlaH bLaH bLAh." I don't understand the chemical reactions in your brains that cause you to type shit like that. Thanks!
28!
I prefer the 18
oooh
000-18
I am not a big fan of a blinged out guitar. It makes me think I should be wearing an Elvis jumpsuit while playing a flashy guitar.
000 18
Mahogany
18 > 28
Is there any doubt. The 28 has more gusty. Greater depth and output.
how about n-o-o-o, as in "Nooo."
too $$$, stuff falls apart, humidity nightmare etc.
buy 3 rando acoustics instead
good podcast anyhow, thank u Alamo and Chris n' Coop
So, you can’t play mahogany and sing. Singers must have rosewood?
Watched 4.5 minutes, all talk no demo.
Maybe if u just listen u would learn something
Cmon this guys are one of the best guitar reviews online, both can actually play guitar and play great (mixed “genre” playing demos and not just bluegrass like must do)
Watch you guys a bunch. Great videos. Question for you. I’m looking for a budget friendly comp guitar to the Martin OMJM. OOO/OM body, 25.4 scale, 1 11/16 nut, Sitka top, Sapale/Mahogany sides. Price range $1,000 - $1,500. Is there any Martin out there like this?
I got a Martin 000-1 1998 USA preowned in inmaculate condition (Ireland 1200 euro, in the USA should be cheaper). Solid sitka spruce top, laminated mag sides and solid mag back, 25.4 lenght scale. Sounds amazing. Eventually I would like to get a 000-18, but I am very happy with the purchase.
@@MartiOjeda I decided to spend a few more bucks. Just bought an OM-21. Loving it.