Another M/F Martin Stupid Deal - Page 2

Maicobmw · #16 03-01-2021, 05:32 PM

Yeah, I saw that too but I don't really need another dread, and I learned long ago that a bargain is not really a bargain if it is something you don't need/want.

SecondCity · #17 03-01-2021, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Maicobmw

Yeah, I saw that too but I don't really need another dread, and I learned long ago that a bargain is not really a bargain if it is something you don't need/want.

This advice seems wise, sensible, likely to improve long-term life satisfaction and reduce marital conflict.

But it also counsels against the purchase of a guitar, so it feels like it must be wrong, or at least against some forum rule.

Mr Bojangles · #18 03-01-2021, 06:15 PM

It looks like a nice one, especially if you prefer the older Martin neck profiles.

Maicobmw · #19 03-01-2021, 07:05 PM

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Originally Posted by SecondCity

This advice seems wise, sensible, likely to improve long-term life satisfaction and reduce marital conflict.

But it also counsels against the purchase of a guitar, so it feels like it must be wrong, or at least against some forum rule.

You're right, I should have thought that through better and probably be banned.

baw3 · #20 03-01-2021, 10:38 PM

Consider it done! You are hereby banned to the pointless forest. Say hi to the rock man for me.

otis66 · #21 03-02-2021, 01:36 AM

If I had not already bought three guitars last month I would be all over this guitar. Also bought my D-18 at the beginning of the pandemic.
This is an amazing guitar.

otis66 · #22 03-02-2021, 01:38 AM

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Originally Posted by stephenT

Let me know when they get to the 00s.

If they come out with a 000 like this I will break down and buy another guitar. 😎

otis66 · #23 03-02-2021, 01:44 AM

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Originally Posted by dnf777

I dont understand the “Special 18” model. Is it made in Nazareth? If so, why not a “D-18” designation? From what I can read, its a D-18 Authentic with Martin’s version of a torrefied top. But the price belies that description. What am I missing here. It sounds like a nice mahoghany dred at a reasonable price.

I believe it’s all about keeping their employees working. History has shown that Martin will do what ever it takes. Martin guitars have been known to make violins. And Ukuleles saved the day a some point. Also Mandolins.
Materials are not as easy to get these days. So I believe Martin is making these guitars using materials that are available.
Imagine buying a Martin Guitar that was only made for a couple of months in 2021...during the Pandemic of 2020-2021. You’ll be able to tell your grand children what it was like, and about your “Special Style 18 guitar.

Napman41 · #24 03-02-2021, 06:26 AM

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Originally Posted by otis66

I believe it’s all about keeping their employees working. History has shown that Martin will do what ever it takes. Martin guitars have been known to make violins. And Ukuleles saved the day a some point. Also Mandolins.
Materials are not as easy to get these days. So I believe Martin is making these guitars using materials that are available.
Imagine buying a Martin Guitar that was only made for a couple of months in 2021...during the Pandemic of 2020-2021. You’ll be able to tell your grand children what it was like, and about your “Special Style 18 guitar.

These guitars are specially ordered by big retailers, Martin isn’t just manufacturing guitars with no known market for them. The large retailers change a few spec and voila they have their very own Custom or Special model. Without seeing the full spec sheet for this particular guitar I’d passed on it. Though it may seem like a great deal, models that’s are designated as “Special” can be a hard resell after the fact.

Boozehound · #25 03-02-2021, 06:50 AM

This is an oddly spec'd guitar. It appears to be a pre-2012 D18 (braces neither scalloped nor forward shifted) with a torrified top. I'm not sure if they are working through old materials or what, but most folks seem to prefer the post 2012 D18's.

It's not a bad price, but for $2K I think I'd just got a Reimagined D18 from Maury's or Reno's as I'd rather have the forward shifted scalloped bracing than the VTS top.

egordon99 · #26 03-02-2021, 07:09 AM

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Originally Posted by Boozehound

This is an oddly spec'd guitar. It appears to be a pre-2012 D18 (braces neither scalloped nor forward shifted) with a torrified top. I'm not sure if they are working through old materials or what, but most folks seem to prefer the post 2012 D18's.

It's not a bad price, but for $2K I think I'd just got a Reimagined D18 from Maury's or Reno's as I'd rather have the forward shifted scalloped bracing than the VTS top.

Yeah, I'm shopping around for an 18 style and had this been configured with the 2012 specs, I might have taken my chances. But a big fat no to the aesthetics of the black trim/pickguard/etc.

Jim Comeaux · #27 03-02-2021, 09:39 AM

Read the descriptions CAREFULLY. The Special 18 lists the top as “Sitka Spruce”and the back and sides as “Mahogany”. The D 18 lists these as “solid Sika Spruce” and “solid Mahogany”. Are they asking us to pay $2,800 for a plywood guitar?

Boozehound · #28 03-02-2021, 09:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Jim Comeaux

Read the descriptions CAREFULLY. The Special 18 lists the top as “Sitka Spruce”and the back and sides as “Mahogany”. The D 18 lists these as “solid Sika Spruce” and “solid Mahogany”. Are they asking us to pay $2,800 for a plywood guitar?

I think it's far more likely that it is just an error in the description. I'm sure this is all solid wood. I can't imagine Martin selling a guitar for $2K with a torrified Sitka top that isn't solid, or is paired with laminate b/s.

egordon99 · #29 03-02-2021, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Jim Comeaux

Read the descriptions CAREFULLY. The Special 18 lists the top as “Sitka Spruce”and the back and sides as “Mahogany”. The D 18 lists these as “solid Sika Spruce” and “solid Mahogany”. Are they asking us to pay $2,800 for a plywood guitar?

As discussed in another thread, these are definitely all solid wood. As someone who is new to guitar world, Please stop trying to spread misinformation about Martin guitars.

dnf777 · #30 03-02-2021, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by otis66

I believe it’s all about keeping their employees working. History has shown that Martin will do what ever it takes. Martin guitars have been known to make violins. And Ukuleles saved the day a some point. Also Mandolins.
Materials are not as easy to get these days. So I believe Martin is making these guitars using materials that are available.
Imagine buying a Martin Guitar that was only made for a couple of months in 2021...during the Pandemic of 2020-2021. You’ll be able to tell your grand children what it was like, and about your “Special Style 18 guitar.

Hey-now THERES a great idea! Martin custom Covid dred! I can already imagine the fretboard inlays!