I got the 000-15sm 12 fret this morning, I don't need a high end martin.

[starfire_Xes]

Anyone who is curious about the hog 12 fret, you will have to play and hear one for yourself.

 

The playability and sound are stunning.

[gitnoob]

Come on. You need to use tonewords. None of this "try one for yourself" stuff. Describe the experience!

[poppytater]

Slick as a whistle? Woody yet urban? Warm yet moist?

[starfire_Xes]

I had no idea this 12 fret 000 hog would sound like this. No idea at all. I'll think about what to say as I play it more.....

[poppytater]

[video=youtube;ZmiooP9ATwQ]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmiooP9ATwQ [video=youtube;FPW6Xz2gUnM]

[roughtrade]

No one "needs" a high end Martin...

 

just like no one "needs" a lot of money...

[gitnoob]

Money is like gas. You just need enough so that you never run out.

 

Guitars are like food. You just need enough until you don't have room for any more.

[poppytater]

OP. what did it cost?

[DeepEnd]

Congratulations and Happy New Guitar Day. Glad to hear your GAS has been quieted for now.

[Glenn F]

Those ain't that low-end on this side of the pond.

[herbie d]

I love my 000-15M. Its my go to guitar right now for gigging 4-5 nights/ week. I know you'll love that 12 fret.

[blueharp1]

If "High End" means lots of inlay, binding, gloss and other embellishments, and looking like every other Martin out there, count me out.

I'm seeking tone, projection, response, playability and general Mojo. THAT's where Martin's put their energy on this one, and it's an absolute Home Run.

 

[FretFiend.]