2018 New Martin Standard Series...I'm in trouble... - Page 3

ataylor · #31 01-11-2018, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by llew

Yes the bracing on the HD-28 has always been scalloped (to my knowledge) but the newer version that Martin is introducing will also be forward shifted in it's placement. Makes me wonder if the HD-28V is headed into retirement along with the D-28 Marquis? Chris may be trying to streamline the inventory?

That would be my guess, and I think it’s a smart move. I bet Martin has done better with the updated D-18 than they did with the previous model and D-18V combined. I expect the same will be true of the HD-28.

SKYHIGH · #32 01-11-2018, 11:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Todd Yates

Not certain what changes on that model, but here is the link.

https://www.martinguitar.com/guitars.../gpc-28e-2018/

Quickly glancing at it, It looks like Scalloped bracing, finger board inlay, pickguard are changed.

Groberts · #33 01-11-2018, 11:56 AM

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Originally Posted by llew

Yes the bracing on the HD-28 has always been scalloped (to my knowledge) but the newer version that Martin is introducing will also be forward shifted in it's placement. Makes me wonder if the HD-28V is headed into retirement along with the D-28 Marquis? Chris may be trying to streamline the inventory?

In that case the HD28 (2018) version is exactly what I am most interested in! The friendlier, feature rich HD-28V that I always wanted to check out, but could only get in a custom model! COOL!

MaurysMusic · #34 01-11-2018, 11:58 AM

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Originally Posted by Groberts

I might be singing the same song. :-) I really like the HD28. Does that already have forward shifted scalloped braces?

As for the D-35, I always disliked the bright white binding. So the vintage shaded binding is much better!

Will all these standard models have 1 3/4" Nut width? (My preference!)

Yep. 1 3/4" high performance necks, aging toner, antique white binding, open-gear tuners and old style headstock logo.

aaronwinter · #35 01-11-2018, 12:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Shades of Blue

I finally see an HD-28 in my future....

Yes! Me too!

Groberts · #36 01-11-2018, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by MaurysMusic

Yep. 1 3/4" high performance necks, aging toner, antique white binding, open-gear tuners and old style headstock logo.

I will call you when they are available! :-) Gonna be a very good year for Martin sales! and hopefully for our AGF sponsors who sell Martins. :-)

aaronwinter · #37 01-11-2018, 12:16 PM

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Originally Posted by martingitdave

Oh Brother! What I've wanted all along was an HD-28 / HD-28V with the new neck and a good pickup system.

I bought a 2017 D18 and I love it. Absolutely zero regrets and it will be in my possession until the day I buy the farm. However, like you, I've always wanted a D28 or Hd28/v. But when I compared my D18 to a 2016 D28 and a HD28, to my ears, the new D18 blew them both out of the water. That's just my opinion. The HD28 came in second. BUT, the new HD28 with the forward shifted scalloped braces, wider nut, aged top, new inlays, and vintage tuners, is calling me... I've always loved the HD28v but it was out of my price range. Now, I will be saving my cash for a new HD28. Heck, (I'm from MN) I may even consider selling my Larrivee J05 for the new HD28. The D35 looks amazing as well. The om28 and 00028 are also enticing. I'm gasing like mad right now. I told my wife about the updates and she gave me blank stare.

jpbrooks · #38 01-11-2018, 12:19 PM

Am I correct in saying that a few models (The om28 and om21 specifically) have no real differences in construction, just a few cosmetic changes?

llew · #39 01-11-2018, 12:19 PM

With the new D-28's forward shifted bracing it just stands to reason that Martin would follow suit with the HD-28. Same with the string spacing and tuners. In hindsight...Martin may have been testing the water at Summer NAMM 2017 for this very change with the 2017 D-28. It's been well received and I believe this new Standard series will be too (overall). In my mind this is a game changer for Martin guitars!

edwardmatt83 · #40 01-11-2018, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by jpbrooks

Am I correct in saying that a few models (The om28 and om21 specifically) have no real differences in construction, just a few cosmetic changes?

I was looking at the OM-21 because I am interested in one. I don't see any changes. Am I missing something?

MHC · #41 01-11-2018, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by drplayer

They look great, but I find it odd that they went with 2-5/32" string-spacing at the saddle? Even though that's the same or slightly wider spacing than what these models previously had, I would have thought that 2-3/16" or 2-1/4" were more popular? But what do I know...Martin seems to be doing just fine without my opinion!

I'm with you on this. I myself do not care for the narrow 2-5/32" string-spacing at the saddle - but Martin obviously knows what they're doing. I guess it's custom shop for me.

MaurysMusic · #42 01-11-2018, 12:27 PM

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Originally Posted by edwardmatt83

I was looking at the OM-21 because I am interested in one. I don't see any changes. Am I missing something?

The Martin website might not be showing all of the converted specs just yet. The OM-21 already had scalloped braces and 1 3/4" nut ... its changes will be the old style logo, aging toner, antique white binding (among others).

Shades of Blue · #43 01-11-2018, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Groberts

Oh my! You "CAN'T" flip the D-18 for an HD-28. The Rule is; You must have "both". Silly wabbit.

I don't think I will...but it will be hard not to entertain the thought...

Rev Roy · #44 01-11-2018, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by MaurysMusic

Yep. 1 3/4" high performance necks, aging toner, antique white binding, open-gear tuners and old style headstock logo.

Dang...your killing me! Just when I’ve been completely GAS free because I already have the updated 18 and 28 the changes go standard-wide.

Can’t imagine getting rid of either one...but, man, an HD28 or D35 with those specs would be sweet. Decisions, decisions...

Shades of Blue · #45 01-11-2018, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Rev Roy

Dang...your killing me! Just when I’ve been completely GAS free because I already have the updated 18 and 28 the changes go standard-wide.

Can’t imagine getting rid of either one...but, man, an HD28 or D35 with those specs would be sweet. Decisions, decisions...

Unless there is just a small part of you that thinks your D-18 sounds better than your D-28, I'd just stay put. If you think you do prefer your D-18, it could be the scalloped bracing, and you might really like an HD-28.

Here is the kicker though...With these specs, the HD-28 is now much closer to the D-18 construction wise. You'd get a true assessment of mahogany vs rosewood. Now that I think about it, I'd keep my D-28 because it will be more different than the D-18 than an HD-28 would...