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Bruce, How would you describe the tone of your Maton ? (probably an impossible question) I played a Southern Star a few years ago but the strings were totally dead so it wasn't a good sound. I had a...
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billwi, I reaquainted myself with 12-string acoustics with a new Maton M425. It got me interested enough to order a new Maton Country Jumbo in 12-string which had to be made for me. While the CJ was...
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Thanks for that info. Bruce. Quite a journey. And what luck to get the Martin at such a discount. I was pretty interested when they first came out but the price - especially here in Oz - was just too...
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My Morris B-50 Handmade by Moiriraira Japan Less than 100 ever made. All solid woods. Brazilian Rosewood back and sides with a Maple insert. Abalone purfling, trim and fret markers. Martin D-45 copy....
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That looks very nice, Bruce. I wonder what year it was built and perhaps, with time, the brightness might mellow a bit ? I assume the top plate is spruce. Wonder whether it might be ezo spruce from...
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billwi wrote:That looks very nice, Bruce. I wonder what year it was built and perhaps, with time, the brightness might mellow a bit ? I assume the top plate is spruce. Wonder whether it might be ezo...
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Thanks for the photo, Bruce. It's certainly very Martin-like: with the pickguard, the head shape and the spelling. "T F" instead of "C F" and the big M and using 6 letters. I suppose because it was...
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After 34yrs with my D12-18 (1974-2008), I realized that I preferred narrow waist models. I've had the F-112 for a few years now, couple months ago I picked up (don't say it) a Taylor 756ce. Never...
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typical, full volume and voice in a smaller, more comfortable (for me) size, tuned down to B across. I replaced the pick guard with a Greven tortise. I'm adjusting to the neck. same p/u as my 000c....
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john bange wrote:typical, full volume and voice in a smaller, more comfortable (for me) size, tuned down to B across. I replaced the pick guard with a Greven tortise. I'm adjusting to the neck. same...
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banjo is a little wonder long neck...I special ordered it and no tone ring at all...thru a k&K twin pu to a K&K belt pre amp into our sound system, using nylon harp strings. I like the sound...
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totally adjusted to the neck now...It's fine, very playable. I just didn't give the J12-16gte enough time but I find the smaller body size a little better for me on the gpc. this is a loud 12 string...
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From: http://theunofficialmartinguitarforum.yuku.com/sreply/1982987/Ive-ordered-a-new-D1228 The first of several (many?) more to come. A cellphone image within an hour of receiving me new axe today:...
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I bet that new D12-28 smells wonderful. I only managed to post a link last time on this thread, I'll try again, apologies in advance if it comes out twice. Morris B-50 Guild F-412 Martin Grand J12-40E...
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60 strings there! Nice ... that is dedication to the 12 string. Actually new Martins don't smell very nice when you first open them. Solvent like ... not sure what it is. It dissipates and the sound...
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The first of several (many?) more to come. Congratulations on a fine guitar. These acquisitions might put a bit of a strain on your handle: there's only so much room.
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billwi wrote: Congratulations on a fine guitar. These acquisitions might put a bit of a strain on your handle: there's only so much room. Thanks. I'm really liking it. This will be the last Martin...
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Here is the back. Fades from lighter to darker in the center contrasting nicely with the 28 style inlay. The contrast is more dramatic indoors. Full size:...
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Hmmm ... So I see that this thread has come back to life. In that case I guess I should mention that since my last post (#2, back in '12) I've upped the ante ... ... Back story can be found here.
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