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Originally Posted by UncleJesse
I was actually recently corrected on this. Buck over at the UMGF let me know that on the 17 series redesign that they have now started using standard X scalloped bracing just like the standard series. So the only difference on the 17's is the neck join (and of course other cosmetic construction choices). The 16 series and below use the hybrid X or A frame pattern.
This is what he shared with me:
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Wow, thanks for sharing! Martin never used to combine anything but compound dovetail with their standard X bracing. Good to know. For whatever reason, they do seem to sound different. I do think the super thin finish might have something to do with that. And the big slope shape of the D-17 changes its sound vs the D-18 for sure.