How can I tell how old my Martin guitar is?

The number in the left-side column is the year, and the number following the year is the last serial number used in that given year. Serial number 8349 for example, would be the first guitar built in 1899.

Which is better a Martin D 18 or D-28?

While the 18 style guitars are clear, bright and authoritative, the Style 28 guitars are deeper, richer, with more bass. The Rosewood gives the tone its depth and richness, while the spruce adds fullness and volume. For these characteristics, 28 style guitars are often thought of as being best-sounding Martins.

Who plays a Martin D-18?

Performers throughout music history including Elvis Presley, Doc Watson, Peter Rowan, Paul Simon, Jerry Garcia and Kurt Cobain were all known to favor the D-18, an 18 Style Dreadnought with the rich tone versatile enough to suit performers from any era.

How much does a Martin D-1 cost?

The D-1 looks like a Gibson LG-0 made in Nazareth and sized like a D-18. With the cost of a new D-18 over $2,000 (list), Martin wisely decided to opt for a less expensive finish and still use quality materials.

When did the Martin 1 series come out?

Martin’s original 1 Series model, the D-1 dreadnought, was launched in 1993. At the time it was the first full-size Martin to retail under $1,000, and likewise in sterling here in the UK.

What Wood is the Martin d-1r made of?

Indicated by the R in the instrument’s name, the D-1R is has laminated Indian rosewood for its back and sides, rather than the typical mahogany on the standard D-1. And solid sitka spruce tops off the Martin D-1R acoustic, offering that classic tonal balance you find with this tonewood.

Is the Martin D-1 a good fingerstyle guitar?

I think of the D-1 as almost two separate guitars – a great fingerstyle instrument and a very good bluegrass “battleship.” Unlike most every D-series Martins I’ve played, the D-1 responds to every little nuance, whether played with fingers or fingerpicks.