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11-22-2018, 08:04 AM
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I just bought an HD28 and I love it. I really like the feel of the new neck. I recommend you try both the V and the regular version. You may find that you like the new neck better.
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11-22-2018, 07:03 PM
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If you do not need the VTS top, a Sitka with the same bracing as the HD28V and with the Mod V neck will set you back at your budget even after including shipping and import duties/GST and you can even ask for a 1 3/4 nut width Mod V which makes it identical to your current Martin. The HD28V has a nut width of 1 11/16 Mod V so it is not exactly like your Clapton.
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11-22-2018, 07:15 PM
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I think either the Collings or the HD-28V , if you like the modified v neck -
typically the Martin is a bit less exspensive ( in the US )-its a nice sounding instrument . You might check with Jon Garon ( my favorite guitars ) i believe he more than likely has sent guitars to Australia -hes a big martin dealer , and he is a very honest person ( have meet him at a bluegrass festival a number of years ago ) might be the ticket and save you some bucks -ask around the forum about him , and ask alot of questions of him - also tell him a bit about the sound you want and how you like it set up The only Martin i own is my OM28v ( i love the v neck as well ) and i have played a few HD-28v and the HD-28 -both are exceptional guitars.
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11-22-2018, 07:47 PM
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Interesting... How long was the wait? Tbh I’m not fussed on VTS - it’s been a joy to enjoy my Clapton blossoming with age (mines from ‘95!)
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11-22-2018, 07:53 PM
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As you can see, Tony Burns above also recommended MFG (My Favourite Guitars).
The wait is 6 months and requires 50% deposit. They can do 40% off retail which is something Australia can't do on Custom Shops.
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11-25-2018, 04:01 AM
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Definitely something to keep in mind.
 How would the Santa Cruz D model/PW stack up against the HD-28V/D-28 Marquis...? Last edited by coolhand78; 11-25-2018 at 05:34 AM.
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11-25-2018, 02:14 PM
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HD28V.
You can't go wrong.
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11-25-2018, 02:39 PM
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Have you considered a D 18? It would give you a different sound. Rosewood dreads are for me too much of a good thing. Now the Guild D 55 is more balanced, so it works, but that is getting away from the Martin sound. If you want more upscale you could try the Collings D1
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12-05-2018, 10:07 PM
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So I've narrowed (or expanded) my list to include the following...
Martin D28 Marquis Martin D18 Golden Era Bourgeois Vintage D Bourgeois Counrty Boy Bourgeois Ray Lamontagne Signature I'd consider a Santa Crua D/PW as well but I have to draw a line in the sand somewhere...
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12-06-2018, 06:21 AM
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