Martin OM-28 or 000-28 (2018)

[Boogie92801]

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[Boogie92801]

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[singlecota]

Originally Posted by Boogie92801

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Oh man... now we’re talking!
What a princess! Gorgeous piece of art!
One of the big reasons is that Sunburst...
Is this the 2018 model?

[Boogie92801]

The bottom photo doesn't do it justice. The top photo, close up, is accurate to the color. It really is a great looking box. I have to say that it plays and sounds as good as it looks too.

[singlecota]

Originally Posted by Boogie92801

The bottom photo doesn't do it justice. The top photo, close up, is accurate to the color. It really is a great looking box. I have to say that it plays and sounds as good as it looks too.

It’s the 2018 model?

[Boogie92801]

Yes it is.

[Shades of Blue]

I think that from a logical standpoint, the OM-28 is the clear winner. However, something about the shorter scale and softer tone of the 000-28 draws me in every time. I love my 000-28, and as long as the braces are scalloped, I think you will too.

The only reason I'd ever opt for the OM-28 is if I started gigging in DADGAD, but that isn't ever going to happen. My 000-28 handles DADGAD very well and I have no issues.

I've posted soundclips here of the 000-28 in the past and someone mentioned that it sounded like a jumbo (or something to that effect).

[singlecota]

Originally Posted by Shades of Blue

I think that from a logical standpoint, the OM-28 is the clear winner. However, something about the shorter scale and softer tone of the 000-28 draws me in every time. I love my 000-28, and as long as the braces are scalloped, I think you will too.

The only reason I'd ever opt for the OM-28 is if I started gigging in DADGAD, but that isn't ever going to happen. My 000-28 handles DADGAD very well and I have no issues.

I've posted soundclips here of the 000-28 in the past and someone mentioned that it sounded like a jumbo (or something to that effect).

Thank you very much for your input. Could you tell me where can i find your sound samples?
Cheers

[Shades of Blue]

Originally Posted by singlecota

Thank you very much for your input. Could you tell me where can i find your sound samples?
Cheers

Here are a couple. Keep in mind that mine is a Custom Shop model, but it has scalloped bracing and an Adirondack top. I would think though that the scalloped braces of the 2018 Reimagined series would make these two sound similar.

https://soundcloud.com/user-956456543/breeze

https://soundcloud.com/user-956456543/butter-and-eggs

[singlecota]

Originally Posted by Shades of Blue

Here are a couple. Keep in mind that mine is a Custom Shop model, but it has scalloped bracing and an Adirondack top. I would think though that the scalloped braces of the 2018 Reimagined series would make these two sound similar.

https://soundcloud.com/user-956456543/breeze

https://soundcloud.com/user-956456543/butter-and-eggs

Very nice sounding 000... and awesome work on the tracks!
I keep earing only good examples that make me feel even more lost that I was, eheheh!
Thanks man! Cheers!

[singlecota]

And it seems i have to buy one of them without trying them both... the nearest place that have only the OM-28 is 800km from where i live...
The point is... and please, consider it as if it was your case...
I have two guitars:

1- Martin Graphite II (HPL back and sides, graphite top)
I use this one as my workhorse guitar. A full length hpl back and sides, thin bodied guitar equipped with a midi pickup to “allaround works”

2- An australian Maton EBG808 Tommy Emmanuel. Somekind of a om sized guitar that i use mostly for fingerpicking and light strumming, plugged in with the built in AP5 pro pickup (undersaddle pickup and internal microphone blend)

So, between the OM-28 or the 000-28 (i will use the winner with the LR Baggs Anthem, that in case of the 000-28 doesn’t come as an option, it has to be put after the purchase, and i will probably void the warranty by drilling any needed holes) wich one would you choose with this scenario?

By the way, I am thinking on letting go the Maton for the purpose.
Appreciate any help guys!
Cheers from Portugal!

[RagtopGT]

Originally Posted by Boogie92801

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I'm awaiting that exact guitar today. I'm not crazy about their sunbursts, but no one does Ambertone like Martin.

I'm primarily a strummer although I've been trying some simple experimenting up the neck....rudimentary stuff. I played the 2017 model....sounds great but the 1-11/16" nut is a little cramped. The 2018 has more finger wiggle room IMO.

[singlecota]

Originally Posted by RagtopGT

I'm awaiting that exact guitar today. I'm not crazy about their sunbursts, but no one does Ambertone like Martin.

I'm primarily a strummer although I've been trying some simple experimenting up the neck....rudimentary stuff. I played the 2017 model....sounds great but the 1-11/16" nut is a little cramped. The 2018 has more finger wiggle room IMO.

Thanks for the input!
In terms of the strumming power of the 000, I heard that it is a little bit smaller than the OM, but is that so noticeable that could make tou choose the OM over this one? Although they both must be good choices for what i need them.
The tone of the two is similar though?

[Shades of Blue]

Sorry, didn't realize I already answered above! D'oh!!!

[canyongargon]

Would love to see Maury or somebody do a comparison video between the two of these guitars.