If I had to have one Martin only, it would be this! More specifically my HD28V (‘09). I’m glad you brought up that they are great for finger picking too, got that scalloped bracing , making it more responsive. Thanks, another great vid, great guitar, and great playing.!!
Right on! The HD-28V is a outstanding HD guitar! We've had a few through and they're just a little better than the others! Thanks for watching and the kind words!
I've owned this guitar for a number of years. I like it. But I must say that, more frequently than not, it's a bit too "thick" for my liking. If it was just a bit brighter, with a bit more bite, I think it would be perfect. One review I watched said this guitar sound "compressed". Maybe the standard d28 would have been a better option for me. I don't know.
I think these new Lutz spruce HD-28s are much brighter than the earlier sitka top, they have a great clarity that I find more impressive with every brand new Martin we get in. A 'compressed' sound from a Martin could indicate over-humidification or a fresh guitar that hasn't been broken in. As for your guitar, try casing it for a few days and only play it in the mid-afternoon, if it's spring / summer where you are. Humidity levels and a service may remedy your situation.
I knew that was Final Fantasy before you said it. Triggered my memory’s!
If I had to have one Martin only, it would be this! More specifically my HD28V (‘09). I’m glad you brought up that they are great for finger picking too, got that scalloped bracing , making it more responsive. Thanks, another great vid, great guitar, and great playing.!!
Right on! The HD-28V is a outstanding HD guitar! We've had a few through and they're just a little better than the others! Thanks for watching and the kind words!
Amazing sound for a new guitar, sounds clearer and brighter than the 2017 HD-28 to me
I agree, the lutz spruce does seem to have more clarity than sitka
Such an amazing sound, especially given its brand new
That’ll be insane once played in
too right, on ya Mitch!
I thank you for the Neil. Much appreciated, as are you!
Will play more for you in the future. Thanks, John!
@@studio1vintageguitars Play whatever you enjoy. I have not been disappointed.
Good demo! Great guitar. Nice songs.
Thanks a lot!
I've owned this guitar for a number of years. I like it. But I must say that, more frequently than not, it's a bit too "thick" for my liking. If it was just a bit brighter, with a bit more bite, I think it would be perfect. One review I watched said this guitar sound "compressed". Maybe the standard d28 would have been a better option for me. I don't know.
I think these new Lutz spruce HD-28s are much brighter than the earlier sitka top, they have a great clarity that I find more impressive with every brand new Martin we get in. A 'compressed' sound from a Martin could indicate over-humidification or a fresh guitar that hasn't been broken in. As for your guitar, try casing it for a few days and only play it in the mid-afternoon, if it's spring / summer where you are. Humidity levels and a service may remedy your situation.
Best dreadnaught going!
Agreed!
Have Martin finally ditched the 1 11/16" nut width on the dreadnoughts and gone to a more sensible 1 3/4" or is this a special case?
I think 1 11/16 was 'ditched' awhile back. All HDs we have had through at 1 3/4, 1 11/16 rarer it seems.