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Within the last couple of months, I felt a burning desire to get back into playing guitar. But more importantly, to become a better player. I started looking at guitars in the $300.00 - $500.00 range. I saw a couple that looked alright, but just didn't get my juices flowing when I played them. Next, I looked at the Martin DM, because of the name and also because I was trying to keep the price down. But once again, I wasn't really satisfied with it. I started doing more research about various guitars, and I kept getting drawn toward Taylor guitars. But the price was above what I wanted to go. Finally, I went down and played one, and that was all it took. I was sold right there. Needless to say, I went above my so-called budget, and purchased a beautiful Taylor 310 guitar. I don't think I've quit smiling since.....

Mark, I could've written this paragraph. Funny how many people in this forum have had the same experience! Feels good to be "back" (as a guitarist, that is).