Jim Gustafson aka POOBAH www.poobahband.com from Parkersburg,WV
discrock@yahoo.com
Subject:
MARTIN on stage with Jim G. from POOBAH
Quality:
It has withstood 200 shows, and still kicking !
I smile when it is time to play this great instrument.feels like quality and sounds like a million bucks.
Sound:
It has amazing tone, to play by yourself in a room with no sound system(like a living room).Sounded fantastic in a pro recording studio!When you take the time for a sound check with a PA system,it is one sweet guitar.Sounds as good as guitars costing thousands more!
Reliability:
My Martin has seen lots of stages in the last few years. The case got beaten badly, but the guitar sings on!I got a new, better case, and we are off for more touring.I like how easy it is to change the 9 volt battery at a show.My last acoustic was a time consuming effort to change a battery!
Overall:
I own this guitar and it is a very nice one, but you should take time for a sound check to use through a PA system, or you will miss out on it's best tone. You must take the time to tune the sound to each room for best tone. It sounds fantastic in the studio, and is great when you use it properly with , if you want the most from it.. Rooms change the sound every time.This is a great guitar, as good sounding as some very expensive acoustics from the competition.For under 2 grand, it is a beauty.
The Martin Co. was nice to me when I needed their help.
Great service.
Playability and Feel:
It feels like a powerful machine that allows you to let your fingers ring the sound out in the air.Neck is a thing of beauty.
Tone:
You can make the guitar bright or dark, with your playing skills.Tone is smooth and vibrant. Sounds fantastic through apro studio mixing board.
Finish:
This is a beautiful instrument with a very singing voice.Looks good on stage, and has a lovely top and back.
Action:
A nice instrument, from a company who cares,cause their service rocks. Plays excellent.Song ideas spring from this beauty.
Skill Level:
Pro-Rock Star
Do you own this product?:
Yes