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02-20-2017, 06:04 PM
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Comparison of '71 D-28 and the new D-28A
My original D-28 (1971) and my new D-28 Authentic 1937...
Not great playing, but I just turned on the video and let 'er roll. Still getting used the wide neck and missing strings, but less & less. New strings put on both guitars yesterday, Martin SP4250 (medium phosphor bronze Bluegrass); Blue Chip TAD50 pick. Last edited by kydave; 02-20-2017 at 08:42 PM. Reason: Checking youtube link 
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02-20-2017, 06:24 PM
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Hmmm... followed the FAQ instructions for youtube posting.
The video shows fine on youtube and fine on UMGF. Any ideas what's the problem here that I did wrong for it not to play?
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02-20-2017, 06:36 PM
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02-20-2017, 08:39 PM
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You know, I was expecting the 71 to take this in a landslide and I generally prefer the warmer/smoother tone of Sitka, but the Adi topped Authentic sounded really good in this video!
I also liked the Rhiannon lick at the end. One of my favorite Fleedwood Mac songs. Thanks for sharing 
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02-20-2017, 08:42 PM
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Nice hair..........
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02-20-2017, 09:12 PM
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Nice video. They both sounded great. Enjoyed the playing as well.
Looks like you were little more comfortable with the 71, but I'm sure it fits you like a glove having owned it 40 plus years compared to the brand new one with the huge neck. Those Authentics are mighty impressive.
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02-20-2017, 09:23 PM
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Very nice Dave! I think you've got two fantastic iconic Martin's, and a guy would be lucky to have either! I gotta say I preferred the tone of the Authentic, but definitely liked the mojo of the '71!
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02-20-2017, 09:29 PM
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Dave,
Great idea, it's hard to interpret every little nuance on video but it does give an idea. The A sounds clearer in its range and more defined bass than the 71 but the old 199 has an oomph on chords that creates a bigger sound/presence when meshed. I'm sure it's easier to pick out differences in hand. Both great sounding so it's win-win.
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02-20-2017, 10:19 PM
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02-20-2017, 10:52 PM
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The 37A was not cheap, but for someone who wanted a 'bone ever since I picked up that first D-28, but couldn't afford one (even in '71 they weren't cheap!), this Authentic is THE closest thing I'll ever come to one.
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02-20-2017, 11:06 PM
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Hi Dave!
I wouldn't exactly call it night and day. 45 years on that '71 makes it ring like a bell. But, the madi/adi gives the '37 more highs and the same or better bass. I think you're a lucky dude. :-) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro
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