It is impossible to compete with the Taylor factory setup simply because of the way they build their guitar. The neck is an independent unit that is perfectly straight and can be infinitely adjustable. This is not possible with a neck using dovetail construction. however tonally there is a difference.
If it's the Martin tone you seek than a simple setup by a local luthier should solve the problem. Many Martin dealers even offer setups at no charge but in some cases a minor tweak is needed after a setup so if at all possible I would recommend getting a setup done locally to make sure it's right for you.
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