wootpow Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 A few months ago I had the chance to buy a used Martin d28 and I have to say this one is exceptionally in every way. It was and is a keeper for me with the quality and sound. I've tried to download a few pictures of my new to me guitar yet it never seems to work out. Sorry for the no pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
olie Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 A few months ago I had the chance to buy a used Martin d28 and I have to say this one is exceptionally in every way. It was and is a keeper for me with the quality and sound. I've tried to download a few pictures of my new to me guitar yet it never seems to work out. Sorry for the no pictures. Last year I responded to a kijiji ad and went shopping for a D-28 also. Guy wanted Can. $2200 so I thought it was worth a try.It was a 2010 and it was quite the most underwhelming $2200 guitar I'd ever encountered. Part of the problem might have been that it hadn't been played much.The neck needed a truss adjustment,to say the least- the action was painful.And then the finish had "tiny bubbles" in the lacquer. The sides had all these minuscule yet visible dots floating within the finish. What I couldn't understand was how the thing slipped through Q.C. We all know how good these guitars can be but you really have to exercise due diligence-especially when the price is this substantial."Caveat emptor!-let the buyer beware. But I still want one! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldCowboy Posted June 22, 2016 Share Posted June 22, 2016 When Martin hurls forth a bad D-28, they really do it properly. Haven't owned/played but one or two that weren't at least passable, but they were indeed vile. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cougar Posted June 22, 2016 Share Posted June 22, 2016 But I still want one! I want a Gibson J-45. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldCowboy Posted June 22, 2016 Share Posted June 22, 2016 A good D-28 and a good J-45 seem to me the basic elements of an acoustic guitarist's survival kit. With both of those in reserve, you've got it all pretty well covered. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wootpow Posted June 22, 2016 Author Share Posted June 22, 2016 A good D-28 and a good J-45 seem to me the basic elements of an acoustic guitarist's survival kit. With both of those in reserve, you've got it all pretty well covered. Yes a good j45 maybe my next guitar as they can also be fantastic guitars. I'll have to wait for a while first though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wootpow Posted June 23, 2016 Author Share Posted June 23, 2016 Last year I responded to a kijiji ad and went shopping for a D-28 also. Guy wanted Can. $2200 so I thought it was worth a try.It was a 2010 and it was quite the most underwhelming $2200 guitar I'd ever encountered. Part of the problem might have been that it hadn't been played much.The neck needed a truss adjustment,to say the least- the action was painful.And then the finish had "tiny bubbles" in the lacquer. The sides had all these minuscule yet visible dots floating within the finish. What I couldn't understand was how the thing slipped through Q.C. We all know how good these guitars can be but you really have to exercise due diligence-especially when the price is this substantial."Caveat emptor!-let the buyer beware. But I still want Perhaps you were unknowingly checking out a fake Martin as I've came across two while on my search for mine. In comparison a fake Martin and the real deal are like comparing apples to oranges as I hope this wasn't your experience. Good luck in your venture in finding one as they are amazing when you find the right one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SmokeyGhost Posted June 23, 2016 Share Posted June 23, 2016 A good D-28 and a good J-45 seem to me the basic elements of an acoustic guitarist's survival kit. With both of those in reserve, you've got it all pretty well covered. I have a J-45TV but also a Martin GPCPA4 which I find a delight to play. I tried the D-28 but preferred the GPCPA4. As usual, it's all personal choice which I feel is wonderful as it provides so much in the way of variety. Martins, as with many other guitars, are pricey here and going up. I bought the GPCPA4 less than 3 years ago and now are more than $AU800 above my purchase price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ohyew812 Posted June 24, 2016 Share Posted June 24, 2016 Congrats on the new D-28! When I was dread shopping, it came down to the D-28 and D-18. I went for the D-18 (in Ambertone) based on the string spacing at the bridge and nut width. The forward shifted scalloped bracing the 'new' D-18's really improve the tone over the old straight braced. My next will be a Martin CS order... a 5-15, all mahogany, full gloss, MLO neck w/PA taper, 1 3/4" nut. These little size 5's Martin makes are MONSTERS! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wootpow Posted June 24, 2016 Author Share Posted June 24, 2016 Congrats on the new D-28! When I was dread shopping, it came down to the D-28 and D-18. I went for the D-18 (in Ambertone) based on the string spacing at the bridge and nut width. The forward shifted scalloped bracing the 'new' D-18's really improve the tone over the old straight braced. My next will be a Martin CS order... a 5-15, all mahogany, full gloss, MLO neck w/PA taper, 1 3/4" nut. These little size 5's Martin makes are MONSTERS! Thanks! My son recently purchased a Martin d18 I have to say they are exceptionally also. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DennisB643 Posted July 3, 2016 Share Posted July 3, 2016 There's no way you can go wrong with a D-18. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OldCowboy Posted July 3, 2016 Share Posted July 3, 2016 Unless you score a really good D-18, though, it's always seemed to me that you're opting for a slightly louder J-45. Still, I get wanting an 18 from time to time, so go figure... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Morkolo Posted July 5, 2016 Share Posted July 5, 2016 Unless you score a really good D-18, though, it's always seemed to me that you're opting for a slightly louder J-45. Still, I get wanting an 18 from time to time, so go figure... I have both and they sound miles apart to my ears. The D18 is louder to my ears and it loves to be played with a heavy hand. Two really nice guitars. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DennisB643 Posted July 27, 2016 Share Posted July 27, 2016 I'm fortunate to own a D-41 and a AJ-500 RCE. I am continuous;y surprised by the sound of the AJ for the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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