Members TheBoatCanDream Posted January 15, 2011 Members Share Posted January 15, 2011 I'm thinking about getting a used DSM someone is selling. I've read the reviews and the posts people made, but I don't feel like they helped enough. I've found that most Gibsons and Guilds have a very focussed top and bottom end, and Taylors are just too bright. The only Martins I love are either really old, or from the Adirondack series, although the D-18 has some good things going on. I haven't been able to locate a DSR for comparison. The DSM seems to have a very balanced, natural sound, but with less bass end than I'm used to. The guitar is resonant, but isn't extremely lively. I'm interested in it because the tone is very balanced though, and I actually need a guitar with less bass and clean highs for recording. It's in OK shape. If it was $400, I'd buy it with no hesitation. It's a bit more than that though so I'm taking it one step at a time. It's the only guitar under a grand that has left an impression with me. All others in the price range have had problems like tinny or cheap sounding highs, uneven mids, or lacking resonance. This DSM seems like something that doesn't have any major problems and can get the job done. Any advice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Michael Martin Posted January 15, 2011 Members Share Posted January 15, 2011 Well, I haven't played one, but they must be similar to a Hummingbird (?) because hog back and sides (?)...I love Hummingbird tone, whether old like my '74 or newer Montana ones. Also I am impressed with Guild GAD series. Have you tried any of those? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members guildfire Posted January 15, 2011 Members Share Posted January 15, 2011 I have one and really dig it. Hog back and nice mellow "Gibson" tone, although they are made in Canada. I think they are still "undiscovered" and you don't see too many of them around. Sorry mine's not for sale, but I highly recommend them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members TheBoatCanDream Posted January 15, 2011 Author Members Share Posted January 15, 2011 What's the most you think I should pay for one? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members guildfire Posted January 15, 2011 Members Share Posted January 15, 2011 Bought mine new. Not sure what the used market is for these. Like I said, you don't see too many of them around. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Archived
This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.