New Martin models including 000-18 and OM-28

[james84]

http://www.martinguitar.com/new.html

Just saw this on umgf


Apparently the OM-28V may have been dropped.

[Dru Edwards]

I've read nothing but great things about the OM-28v and is one I'd love to try someday. It would be a shame if it was removed. That said, the D-18v was dropped in 2012 and was "replaced" by the changes made to the D-18.

Here's the link to the Martin website where it is still listed:
http://www.martinguitar.com/componen....html?Itemid=6

[llew]

I knew that they were dropping the OM-28 Marquis but now the OM-28v...wow? Just looked at the Martin website and now I don't see the 000-18GE...wonder if they are discontinuing that guitar too?

[tcbonline]

OM-28v dropped?! NOOOOO! Say it aint so.

[llew]

Worst part is the new 000-18 and OM-28 have 2 3/16" string spacing at the saddle...sort of negates the 1 3/4" spacing at the nut for me? No thank you!

[rmyAddison]

It looks like the new 000-18 and OM-28 are "replacements" for the 000-18GE and OM-28V and have changes similar to the D-18s, including the mod low oval neck with performing artist taper and 1-3/4" nut. Chances are they will be excellent instruments with some more pre-war specs.

Ironically I own an 000-18GE and OM-28V, great guitars, but since I got an OM-18 Authentic their playing time has diminished.

I was hoping to see an OM-28 Authentic, not yet it seems.........

[james84]

Originally Posted by Dru Edwards

I've read nothing but great things about the OM-28v and is one I'd love to try someday. It would be a shame if it was removed. That said, the D-18v was dropped in 2012 and was "replaced" by the changes made to the D-18.

Here's the link to the Martin website where it is still listed:
http://www.martinguitar.com/componen....html?Itemid=6

It is indeed listed but in the inactive section.

It does seem a little odd having the OM-21 and OM-28 instead of OM-21 and OM-28V. The OM-21 and OM-28V had a few differences, mainly the mod-V neck profile and 2 5/16" bridge spacing on the 28V.

On the other hand, the only real differences I can see on the OM-21 and OM-28 are cosmetic, e.g. the herringbone and the ivoroid binding on the '28. Both have the same neck profile, string spacing, woods and bracing patterns.

The 000-18 looks nice. I used to have a 000-18 and found it a bit lacking in resonance and sustain. The move from 5/16" straight bracing to 1/4" scalloped bracing ought to be a positive step.

[brencat]

Those aren't the only changes. If you go to Martin's website, seems they deleted the "Vintage Series" as a category. The HD-28V and 00-18V for example are now part of the Marquis collection.

Personally, I think Martin needs to do some more consolidation as their website is just a chaotic mess right now.

I'm really surprised by the 000-18 and OM-28 -- this is a very bold move by Martin, particularly getting rid of the OM-28v. I'm thrilled...I hate that pointy mod-v neck. I was okay with the more rounded neck of the 000-18GE. Anyway, can't wait to try these new versions... I'm sure the NYC Guitar Center will be getting them soon.

[muscmp]

Originally Posted by brencat

Those aren't the only changes. If you go to Martin's website, seems they deleted the "Vintage Series" as a category. The HD-28V and 00-18V for example are now part of the Marquis collection.

Personally, I think Martin needs to do some more consolidation as their website is just a chaotic mess right now.

I'm really surprised by the 000-18 and OM-28 -- this is a very bold move by Martin, particularly getting rid of the OM-28v. I'm thrilled...I hate that pointy mod-v neck. I was okay with the more rounded neck of the 000-18GE. Anyway, can't wait to try these new versions... I'm sure the NYC Guitar Center will be getting them soon.

i find it pretty easy to navigate their site. maybe i go there more often. ha!

play music!

[Treenewt]

Man!!!! I just played an 000-18GE and I'm GASSING hard for one. They dropped that? Correct me if I'm wrong, but the new 000-18 doesn't have an adirondack top right?

Looks like MFG specials will keep getting some business on that front.

[Dru Edwards]

Originally Posted by rmyAddison

It looks like the new 000-18 and OM-28 are "replacements" for the 000-18GE and OM-28V and have changes similar to the D-18s, including the mod low oval neck with performing artist taper and 1-3/4" nut. Chances are they will be excellent instruments with some more pre-war specs.

Ironically I own an 000-18GE and OM-28V, great guitars, but since I got an OM-18 Authentic their playing time has diminished.

I was hoping to see an OM-28 Authentic, not yet it seems.........

Thanks for the info Rich. I wonder if Martin removed the Brazilian rosewood headplate that is on the 0000-18GE. That would mean less paperwork to bring into Canada.

Originally Posted by james84

It is indeed listed but in the inactive section.
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Thanks James.

[Cameleye]

The new 000-18 is a far cry from the 000-18GE it appears to be replacing. Good bye to the comfortable for fingerstyle string spread and the adi top.
Also, now with the OM-28 Marquis gone there's no OM or 000 28 with an adi top either. Too bad.

Originally Posted by brencat

Those aren't the only changes. If you go to Martin's website, seems they deleted the "Vintage Series" as a category. The HD-28V and 00-18V for example are now part of the Marquis collection.

That changed on the last big website remake. The Vintage Series, GE/Marquis Series, and Authentics are now part of the Marquis Collection on the website.

[llew]

I'm probably pointing out the obvious but the 000-18GE and OM-28 Marquis were both in The Marquis line. The new 000-18 and OM-28 are both in The Standard line. It seems to me that Martin may be making room for additional Authentic's in The Marquis line...hopefully in their 000/OM body style? Just a thought?

[ecguitar44]

Uh oh.

I'm usually pretty GAS-proof...but that 000-18 is delectable.