Quality Would you consider this product to be made well? How dependable? Flawless in every aspect but one...and it really is the only complaint I have. The fret work could have used a little tweaking. As you slide your hand up and down the neck you can really feel the ends of the frets...almost catching. I'll probably have the edges dressed, but other than that I can't find anything wrong with this guitar. Reliability How has it stood up over time? Still to be determined. I'm curious how the electronics will hold up over time. Unplugged is just magnificent. General Your general opinion of this product. This is my technically my third Martin. My first was a DM-1 years ago that I just couldn't do anything with. I ended up selling it for what I paid, so at least it held it's value. The second Martin is a backpacker that I've had now for about 14 years. It's been to hell and back and still sounds sweet. And now my third is the OMCPA1. I was sitting in Afghanistan on deployment, and contemplating buying a Taylor with some of my hard earned money, when I came across the video for this guitar. It had all the specs I was looking for and being a huge Steve Howe fan and a fan of 'that' Martin sound, I decided to take a chance and purchase this guitar. I've not been disappointed. Playability and Feel How does it feel, Heavy, Fast, Chunky? How was the neck? Are the controls easy to get to while playing? Other than the fret end issue I mentioned earlier, the guitar feels great. Weight and balance is even, the neck, for me, was just right, and the top very expressive. Tone Bright and snappy? Dark and smooth? Were the pickups hot, mellow, thick, thin? You can get everything with this guitar...might need to try different string gauges for darker or brighter for your taste, but for me this Martin was a perfect purchase. Finish How did the stain or paint job look? Gorgeous...loved the wood binding and contrasting colors of the different woods used throughout the guitar. Also really like the use of abalone on the guitar rather than MOP...lends it an even classier look. Action How was the action out of the box? I've read that Martins have a just slightly higher action than most other popular acoustics, and this one was no exception. It's not uncomfortable, but just slightly noticeable.

Quality Would you consider this product to be made well? How dependable? Very good quality. I expect no problems. Have played it hard for a year on stage and at home. Martin quality. Reliability How has it stood up over time? 1 year of heavy use on stage and at home. So far no problems. General Your general opinion of this product. A great package. Martin finally has a very good acoustic electric w/ the Martin sound Playability and Feel How does it feel, Heavy, Fast, Chunky? How was the neck? Are the controls easy to get to while playing? The new PA series necks are a new carve for Martin. Well done. Tone Bright and snappy? Dark and smooth? Were the pickups hot, mellow, thick, thin? The OMCPA1 sounds like a Martin got a bit of growl. After a year the tone has improved noticeably. Nice rosewood overtones and very well balanced. I played the GPCA1 for about 6 months and it did not sound like a Martin. Finish How did the stain or paint job look? In this price range you expect a good finish and quality construction. It delivers. Action How was the action out of the box? Generally Martins come w/ high action and require a good set up to reach their potential. I took it to my guitar tech and he did no adjustments. a 1st.

Quality Would you consider this product to be made well? How dependable? I'll let you know when the second one arrives. Reliability How has it stood up over time? Well, the first one showed up with faulty craftsmanship in the factory packaging. The on-board tuner couldn't tune the guitar well enough for it to do much good, but AMS is honest and in 5 min. had everything set up for an exchange free of charge. It's a top end guitar, not a custom made guitar, your bound to run into a lemon now and then in mass production of anything. General Your general opinion of this product. Great guitar all around. Electronics are awesome. I had some problems with the on-board tuner but AMS exchanged with no problem. Playability and Feel How does it feel, Heavy, Fast, Chunky? How was the neck? Are the controls easy to get to while playing? unique. The guitar is very light and is easy to play. Tone Bright and snappy? Dark and smooth? Were the pickups hot, mellow, thick, thin? Great tone unplugged. the on-board electronics gives the player literally hundreds of sound options with just two little, easy to navigate knobs. I thought it was going to be a nightmare to figure out with only two knobs, it's actually really easy. Finish How did the stain or paint job look? The finish wasn't flawless, but like I said, exchange...too easy. Save for the one missed area,the finish is stunning. The binding is great. Action How was the action out of the box? Action was perfect out of the box. Of course you may need minor adjustment to fit your personal style/preference.