Members itsuks Posted March 12, 2008 Members Share Posted March 12, 2008 So GC is running an annual Green Tag saving event and this Martin dreadnought is on sale for $799, $200 off the regular price. (http://www.guitarcenter.com/Martin-DSR-Solid-Top-Dreadnought-Rosewood-Spruce-Acoustic-Guitar-103117933-i1171362.gc) It appears to be a GC exclusive custom model. It took me a while to find out the origin of this model name. I think it is made after the DR of the Road Series. Instead of having laminate rosewood on DR, this model has solid rosewood on back and sides. That might be why it's called DSR. Correct me if I'm wrong. After struggling for a while about upgrading my guitar and as a result of frequenting this forum, I've gained enough GAS (first time using this HCAG exclusive term:lol:) and got the urge to jump on this deal, although in my previous post I talked about waiting til budget allows me to get a somewhat higher end one. But then I thought it would be fine to buy a mid-low range one first and get a nicer one later (perhaps when I am old, hahahh). Anyway, I'll go to the nearby GC to try it out this weekend. But please you guys drop your opinions about this guitar. Stopping a horse at the cliff is also welcome:lol: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members itsuks Posted March 12, 2008 Author Members Share Posted March 12, 2008 Anyone? Please...I need opinions/advice from you guys. Has anybody owned or played this Martin? Thanks!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Freeman Keller Posted March 12, 2008 Members Share Posted March 12, 2008 Sorry, can't comment on this particular model. GC (as well as MF and some of the other big houses) have some custom models built for them, and you are right, it kind of looks like a solid b/s DR (but the flyer is contradictory about the back - one place it says "solid sides"). Only one very minor point, these customs don't tend to be as resellable as say a straight D-16, but otherwise might be a very nice little git. Let us know what you think when you play it (and pics if you buy it) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Samilyn Posted March 12, 2008 Members Share Posted March 12, 2008 Sorry to say I've never played one of those models either. What Freeman mentions about the resale value is very interesting. But if resale is not necessarily a criteria for you, then it looks like a pretty good deal on an all-solid Martin. By all means, do try it out and let us know what you think. Like Freeman, I noted the slight contradiction in the description, but I tend to attribute that to an oversight by whoever wrote it for the website. I'm a huge fan of Martin dreads - they're my all-time favorite - and if there were a GC anywhere near where I live, I'd certainly go try one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ESL94 Posted March 12, 2008 Members Share Posted March 12, 2008 I agree w/Freeman & Smilyn See if you can try one, & maybe even try to compare to a D-15 or 16 series. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members itsuks Posted March 13, 2008 Author Members Share Posted March 13, 2008 Thanks, guys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members otaypanky Posted March 15, 2008 Members Share Posted March 15, 2008 I was checking that out too. That sale seems like a pretty good deal. The DSR is not listed on the Martin website, so it's kind of hard to say definitively just what the construction is. I have a 000-15 that's pretty nice. I originally bought a J-15 while searching for the 000. I ended up selling it when a 000 popped up. It sounds and plays really well, but I still have an itch. I'm not really an acoustic player, 45+ years on electric, but I'm trying to broaden out with both bass and acoustic guitar. Let us know what you think if you find one to play ~ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TCBronson Posted March 15, 2008 Members Share Posted March 15, 2008 While your at Guitar Center, check out a MMV $1299 and a Custom D $999 for comparision. http://www.guitarcenter.com/Martin-MMV-Solid-Top-Dreadnought-Rosewood-Sitka-Acoustic-Guitar-103121034-i1173142.gc http://www.guitarcenter.com/Martin-Custom-D-Classic-Rosewood-Acoustic-Guitar-515888-i1148806.gc Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members pds617 Posted March 15, 2008 Members Share Posted March 15, 2008 I have a friend that purchased one of the GC/MF Custom RW/Sitka with satin finish. Here's the specs on it from Martin. Good sounding box and a great value, YMMV. MODEL: Guitar Center (RW) Custom 02SATIN GUITAR CENTER02 GuitarCust D RW Guitar Center w/csLABEL: NoneCONSTRUCTION:1 Style; Ply Blocks; Mortise/Tenon Neck JointBODY SIZE: D-14 FretTOP: Sitka SpruceTOP BRACES: Sitka/1 Style/Non-Scalloped PATTERN: D1 A-FrameTONE BAR: Sitka SpruceCROSS BRACE: Sitka SpruceBRIDGE PLATE: MapleSIDE BRACE: Sitka SpruceTOP PLATE: NoneA BRACE: Sitka Spruce#1 BRACE: Sitka SpruceSOUNDHOLE BRACE: NoneTOP BINDING: 6/32'' White BoltaronTOP INLAY: NoneTOP PEARL: NoneADDITIONAL TOP INLAY: NoneROSETTE: Style 28PICKGUARD: I-01 Tortoise, Pattern 1 (D28 Style)BACK: Solid East Indian Rosewood BACK PANELS: 2 Pc.PURFLING: NoneBACK BRACE #1: Sitka SpruceBACK BRACE #2: Sitka SpruceBACK BRACE #3: Sitka SpruceBACK BRACE #4: Sitka SpruceBACK BINDING: 6/32'' White BoltaronSIDES: Solid East Indian RosewoodRIBBONS: Spanish CedarSIDE BRACES: East Indian RosewoodENDPIECE: White BoltaronBLOCK: StrataplyTAG/PLATE: MapleREAR: D StrataplyFRONT: D 14 Fret Adjustable StrataplyLine 1: CFM LogoLine 2: CUSTOMLine 3: Serial #Line 4: Made in USANECK: 10/4 Select Hardwood (Genuine Mahogany, Sapele, or African Mahogany)NECK SHAPE: Mod Low OvalHEADSTOCK: Solid/6 String No Diamond/Square TaperTRUSS ROD: 2-Way Adjustable 356mmHEELCAP: White BoltaronNUT: White CorianON ANGLE/FLAT: FlatHEADPLATE: Solid East Indian RosewoodHEADPLATE DECAL: Raised Gold FoilTUNING MACHINES: Ping Chrome- 18:1 Ratio w/ Small Knobs (Drill Y Step)FINGERBOARD: Solid East Indian RosewoodRADIUS: 16''ACTUAL SCALE LENGTH: 25.340'' (25.4'')COMPENSATED SCALE LENGTH: 25.440''WIDTH AT NUT: 1 11/16''WIDTH AT 12 FRET: 2 1/8''LENGTH: 17.984''FRET WIRE: G300FRET SLOT: .023'' (Pocketed)FRETS CLEAR: 14TOTAL FRETS: 20PEARL INLAY: Style 28SIDE DOTS: White BoltaronSIDE DOT POSITION: One at 3rd, 5th, 7th, 9th, Two at 12th, One at 15th & 17th FretsFINISH TYPE: Satin FinishFINISH BODY: Catalyzed 5 Sheen Satin/No Stain/ Dark FillerFINISH TOP: Catalyzed 5 Sheen SatinFINISH NECK: Catalyzed 5 Sheen Satin/ Dark Mahogany Stain/ Dark FillerBRIDGE: Solid East Indian RosewoodSTYLE: 1 Style BellySTRING SPACING: 2 1/8''SADDLE: 16'' Radius/Compensated/White TusqSTRINGS: MSP 4200 Medium Phosphor BronzeBRIDGE PINS: White w/ Black DotsEND PIN: White w/ Black DotCASE: 345 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members lemonadewade Posted June 10, 2008 Members Share Posted June 10, 2008 Hey I own the Martin you wrote about... it is an awesome gutiar... I set out to pay 2000 for a Taylor and I found that this guitar had the same tone for half the cost.. I do miss having the cutaway and of course there are no electronics.. But I use a L.R. Baggs M1 active in mine and it is pretty stellar... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members q-4000 Posted June 11, 2008 Members Share Posted June 11, 2008 is it the same as the MF's D15 Custom? if so i have one and it is a great guitar for the price!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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