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05-01-2019, 04:18 PM
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NGD: My first Martin! (00015-SM)
I was in the Music Emporium on Monday afternoon buying some strings, and decided to check out the Martin 00015-SM I saw on the rack.
I was taken aback by how rich and well-balanced it sounded, and I loved the slotted headstock and simple, classic appointments. I couldn't stop thinking about it, and went back this morning right when they opened, ready to make a deal; I brought with me my '64 Gibson F25 Folksinger for trade-in. I won't go into the details, but I feel like I got a crackin' good deal from The Music Emporium, and the whole negotiation process was painless and easy. They were willing to give me credit that was about $25 more than I paid for the Gibson last year, plus they knocked $200 off the sticker price advertised on most dealer websites for the 00015-SM. Because my cash outlay was minimal, I didn't have to pay a lot of sales tax either. At the end of the day, I was able to acquire a brand new Martin for not a whole lot more than what they typically go for on the used market. Unlike buying sight unseen from an online dealer, I was able to ensure before purchasing that the guitar sounds/looks good and plays well. I was also very happy to support a business located in my home town. The only downside is I had to go directly from The Music Emporium to work, and the sweet smell of mahogany tormented me all day! But I am now about to shut down my computer, leave the office and head home with my new treasure... Below are photos from TME's website of the actual guitar that I purchased. She's a beauty!       
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1955 Gibson ES-125 1956 Fender Champ lap steel 1964 Guild Starfire III 1984 Rickenbacker 330 1990s Mosrite (Kurokumo) Ventures 2002/2005 Fender Japan '60s Tele [TL-62-66US] 2008 Hallmark 60 Custom 2018 Martin Custom Shop 00-18 slot-head 1963 Fender Bandmaster (blonde blackface) 1965 Ampeg Gemini I 2020 Mojotone tweed Champ kit build 
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05-01-2019, 04:29 PM
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Many thanks!
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1955 Gibson ES-125 1956 Fender Champ lap steel 1964 Guild Starfire III 1984 Rickenbacker 330 1990s Mosrite (Kurokumo) Ventures 2002/2005 Fender Japan '60s Tele [TL-62-66US] 2008 Hallmark 60 Custom 2018 Martin Custom Shop 00-18 slot-head 1963 Fender Bandmaster (blonde blackface) 1965 Ampeg Gemini I 2020 Mojotone tweed Champ kit build
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05-01-2019, 04:43 PM
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Really cool guitar! Love the look and I'm sure the tone is killer. Have fun!
scott
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05-01-2019, 04:51 PM
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Congrats on your first Martin, although I doubt it’ll be the last. That guitar is my absolute favorite in the 15 series too!
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"Days up and down they come like rain on a conga drum Forget most remember some but don't turn none away" - Townes Van Zandt Grandpa's Washburn Taylor 114ce Gibson Southern Jumbo
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05-01-2019, 05:00 PM
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The Martin 000-15SM is my absolute favorite among Martin's entire "15 Series" product line. Those are great guitars. Congratulations on snagging a fine instrument.
Wade Hampton Miller
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05-01-2019, 05:09 PM
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Terrific guitar. I’m sure you’ll love it. Congratulations.
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