The 16 sounds great when you’re in the room and it records well. It only seems deficient when you’re playing the two back to back. You can always turn up the mix.
They are not supposed to sound the same. That’s why Martin created different models. The D16E is a Performance model, with 000 depth and built-in Electronics. It’s also about $900 cheaper. Currently, D18 Standard is $2800, New Satin is $2400. D16E-M is $1950. I found an Open Box D16E-M for $1300.
The D16e has a smaller body because it’s a performing artist stage instrument. It’s a shallow body of course it’s not going to be as deep, but it’s Brighter, and very comfortable.
Omg the beginning with Maury nervously chatting, it’s the best. Maury I think we have the same brains. Hope to get a guitar from you again someday. A D-18 in fact! Sorry for all my emails over the years and few purchases, but you always treat me great regardless.
Just discovered this video, nice comparison. The D18 to me sounded to have more volume, but the tone between the two seemed very similar. specially when being finger picked.
I have a D-18 and a D-16E Rosewood and the D16 finger picks extremely well. For those who want a smaller guitar the D16 gives you the smaller size without the boxiness that people hear on a traditional 000 size guitar. The volume is there but it doesn't have all the overtones and deep bass of a traditional dreadnought. They are built as good as any guitar I have ever owned. Better than a lot of guitars. Now if I could get a Sinker mahogany D16 without the pickup and a traditional dovetail neck joint I would have the perfect guitar.
Hey sorry I missed this one but I owe you guys so I'm going to watch this whole thing and share with everyone I can!! Thank you guys for this awsome video!! #martinpride
I'm glad to see this is catching on! Great comparison of two beautiful guitars - shame I'm no longer in the market for dreadnoughts (even the shallow body D is uncomfortable for me). Cheers!
I recently purchased a D16 Martin and it’s a very good guitar. It sounds bright with lots of zing in the tone and with a mid range bass response. The D18 feels more solid being entirely made of mahogany and resonates beautifully not matter what the tune is being played. The bottom line is it doesn’t matter what model Martin you play they are simply the best steel string acoustic guitars available.
@@fishermarine4576 I have a Taylor 214ce DLX and while I don't have a D16e I do have a Martin 000-12e Koa, and a 000-10e Sapele and I love them all. They all have different tone and playability and they all have a place in repertoire.
@@soofitnsexy “standard for the world”, I guess when you pay $2800 for your guitar when you can get one just as good for 1/3 to 1/2 the price, you have to feel that way. Oh, and how about the 12 million Taylor owners. Martin fanboys are really something.
I recently purchased a D16 mahogany and I wish I would have been able to have seen a review by owners and not salesman . The guitar is O K but that's it . Its very hard to play and the sound is O K . In my opinion this is a $1000 guitar at best . Thanks to TH-cam for removing owners reviews .
What do you mean by ‘hard to play’? Did you have it professionally setup? News Flash, you buy a Martin, plan on needing a setup, otherwise it may be ‘hard to play’.
The d 18 sounds so much fuller and articulate- looks like you get what you pay for, Martin knows what they’re doing.
The 16 sounds great when you’re in the room and it records well. It only seems deficient when you’re playing the two back to back. You can always turn up the mix.
They are not supposed to sound the same. That’s why Martin created different models. The D16E is a Performance model, with 000 depth and built-in Electronics. It’s also about $900 cheaper. Currently, D18 Standard is $2800, New Satin is $2400. D16E-M is $1950. I found an Open Box D16E-M for $1300.
@rob1261a you want to by mine not a scratch on it .
The D16e has a smaller body because it’s a performing artist stage instrument. It’s a shallow body of course it’s not going to be as deep, but it’s Brighter, and very comfortable.
Omg the beginning with Maury nervously chatting, it’s the best. Maury I think we have the same brains. Hope to get a guitar from you again someday. A D-18 in fact! Sorry for all my emails over the years and few purchases, but you always treat me great regardless.
Just discovered this video, nice comparison. The D18 to me sounded to have more volume, but the tone between the two seemed very similar. specially when being finger picked.
I have a D-18 and a D-16E Rosewood and the D16 finger picks extremely well. For those who want a smaller guitar the D16 gives you the smaller size without the boxiness that people hear on a traditional 000 size guitar. The volume is there but it doesn't have all the overtones and deep bass of a traditional dreadnought. They are built as good as any guitar I have ever owned. Better than a lot of guitars. Now if I could get a Sinker mahogany D16 without the pickup and a traditional dovetail neck joint I would have the perfect guitar.
Totally agree.
Hey sorry I missed this one but I owe you guys so I'm going to watch this whole thing and share with everyone I can!! Thank you guys for this awsome video!! #martinpride
NOT a problem - we're happy the replay might be useful & thanks for your support!!
@@MaurysMusic your commentary on their screen name was hilarious. I bet they laughed
Great comparison. Very helpful.
I'm glad to see this is catching on! Great comparison of two beautiful guitars - shame I'm no longer in the market for dreadnoughts (even the shallow body D is uncomfortable for me). Cheers!
Thanks Rohit - we appreciate your taking an interest in this program and helping us get it off the ground.
I recently purchased a D16 Martin and it’s a very good guitar. It sounds bright with lots of zing in the tone and with a mid range bass response. The D18 feels more solid being entirely made of mahogany and resonates beautifully not matter what the tune is being played. The bottom line is it doesn’t matter what model Martin you play they are simply the best steel string acoustic guitars available.
Congrats on a great guitar!
We should have purchased A Taylor 214 deluxe
@@fishermarine4576 I have a Taylor 214ce DLX and while I don't have a D16e I do have a Martin 000-12e Koa, and a 000-10e Sapele and I love them all. They all have different tone and playability and they all have a place in repertoire.
Until the binding fails
The D18 is the same solid woods as the D16E-M. Spruce top, Mahogany Back and Sides.
Can't get enough of these great videos!
Good - because we have many more on the way. :D
D-16 is $850 less than the D-18. The sound is very close, buy the whole set (d-28/d-35). It's easier than collecting cars. :)
Spoon is one of my lifelong heroes
The 16 sounds great both strumming and picking but the 18 really shines when picked IMO..
Thanks!
@The_Unknown_God 23 - This one's for you. :D
Prefer Eastman's E10D than Martin's D16e ! If you want Mahogany back and side, choose Martin D18 or Eastman E10D ;)
D16 sounds good, I’m sure it records well since it’s not too woofy?
Thanks - yes, it's very mic-friendly in that way.
Cool review!
I own a D-16e sycamore. It’s not a dread. It’s kind of a 0000 with some bite in the base. Play nickel strings and enjoy that sound for what it is.
Oh wow, cool.
wow the d18
What is the intro guitar music from?
D18 ❤
Thanks, Thomas!
The more I listened the better the D18 sounds. The D16 is good but not a D18!
totally ! there is a reason the 18 is the standard for the world
@@soofitnsexy “standard for the world”, I guess when you pay $2800 for your guitar when you can get one just as good for 1/3 to 1/2 the price, you have to feel that way. Oh, and how about the 12 million Taylor owners. Martin fanboys are really something.
@@rob1261a no fan of Martin they are just the best guitars in the world! I owned them all the standard indeed! Thanks and have a great fall! Nyc
I recently purchased a D16 mahogany and I wish I would have been able to have seen a review by owners and not salesman . The guitar is O K but that's it . Its very hard to play and the sound is O K . In my opinion this is a $1000 guitar at best . Thanks to TH-cam for removing owners reviews .
Very sorry to hear this. Where did you buy it? Did they not offer a return period? Who’s reviews are being taken down?
What do you mean by ‘hard to play’? Did you have it professionally setup? News Flash, you buy a Martin, plan on needing a setup, otherwise it may be ‘hard to play’.
@rob1261a I had an $800 drsgt road s Mexico Martin and it was a better guitar
The d16 sucks .
I suppose d 16 is more beautiful while d 18 sounds wider than the 16.