Martin M36 Acoustic Guitar (with Case)

Solid sitka spruce top. East Indian rosewood back.

Item: MRTM36

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"A hidden gem in the Martin lineup"

Feature:
The M-36 looks like a custom-built guitar and it comes with a beautiful form-fitting and very solid 570 Geib style case. While it does not have the highest of the high-end Marting appointments, at its price it's just unbeatable.

Quality:
The high quality of the instrument is readily apparent. As I mentioned, it looks very custom and is definitely not a guitar you'll see everywhere. Its case is outstanding, too. I don't think I'd drag it to the beach for a bonfire and sing-along, though. It just seems too nice (and delicate) for that kind of action.

Value:
Well, this is a tough one because value is a very subjective thing, especially when you're talking over two grand for a guitar. Compared to the D-28 or D-18 I think it's a great value -- seems to be more of a custom Martin guitar (not that the D-28 or D-18 are shabby; just that the M-36 is so nice).

Desirability:
Not much I can add to what I've already written. This is a unique guitar in the Martin lineup at this price point. I think it's a hidden gem.

Sound:
I auditioned various Martin models and each had their unique, but unmistakably Martin, tone. A few that I really liked were simply out of my price range. So I tried the D-28 and loved it for its sweetness, and the D-18 for its clear, forward sound; but both had a bit more muddy-sounding bottom end than I wanted (and more volume than I needed). Enter the M-36, which seems to combine the best characteristics of the D-28 and D-18, with sonic clarity from top to bottom -- sweet treble, clear bass, and just a bit forward in its projection. It won't play as loudly as either of the aforementioned dreadnoughts, but that's fine with me. Its tone has a bit of a Spanish guitar sound, to me; somewhat reminiscent of Willie Nelson's famed Martin N-20 (which, of course, is a nylon-stringed instrument). But there's just something there which brings out my Latin side. Ole!

Ease of Use:
The narrower 0000-style body and low-profile neck make this a guitar you can just kick back with and play. Very "huggable". It comes equipped with the Martin SP4100 light strings, which are my preferred string.

Support:
Since I've not had to deal with Martin insofar as any sort of problems with the instrument, I'll give 'em a nine. They certainly sent my warranty card pronto after I registered on the web.

Overall:
It's definitely a keeper. And to think that it will only sound better with age!

Submitted: 3/10/2009

Style of Music: Spanish/Classical; trying to learn flatpicking styles

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About This Product!
Description
Martin knows what you like from years of guitar craftsmanship. The Martin M36 features this knowledge by starting with a comfortable 0000 body shape and the ultra-playable low-profile neck. Featuring a solid Sitka spruce top nestled upon solid East Indian Rosewood back and sides your guitar will be singing as well as the best singer. Beautifully installed black and white Boltaron inlaid in the neck, on the body and used as a neck and body binding, this guitar is an absolute must have.

Technical Info

Construction: Mahogany Blocks/Dovetail Neck Joint

Body Size: M (0000)-14 Fret

Top: Solid Sitka Spruce

Rosette: Style 28

Top Bracing Pattern: Standard X Scalloped, Forward Shifted

Top Braces: Solid Sitka Spruce 5/16 Inches

Back Material: Solid East Indian Rosewood

Back Purfling: Style 35

Side Material: Solid East Indian Rosewood

Endpiece: White Boltaron

Endpiece Inlay: Black/White Boltaron

Binding: White Boltaron

Top Inlay Style: Multiple Black/White Boltaron

Side Inlay: Multiple Black/White Boltaron

Back Inlay: Black/White Boltaron

Neck Material: Select Hardwood

Neck Shape: Low Profile

Nut Material: Bone

Headstock: Solid/Square Taper

Headplate: Solid East Indian Rosewood /Raised Gold Foil Logo

Heelcap: White Boltaron with Multiple Black/White Inlay

Fingerboard Material: Solid Black Ebony

Scale Length: 25.4 Inches

Number of Frets Clear: 14

Number of Frets Total: 20

Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1-11/16 Inches

Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2-1/8 Inches

Fingerboard Position Inlays: Style 38

Fingerboard Binding: White Boltaron

Finish Back & Sides: Polished Gloss

Finish Top: Polished Gloss w/ Vintage Toner

Finish Neck: Satin

Bridge Material: Solid East Indian Rosewood

Bridge Style: Belly

Bridge String Spacing: 2-1/8 Inches

Saddle: 16 in. Radius/Compensated/Bone

Tuning Machines: Gotoh Chrome w/ Large Knobs

Recommended Strings: Martin MSP 4100 Light Phosphor Bronze

Bridge & End Pins: White w/Black Dots

Pickguard: Delmar Tortoise Color

Case: 570 Geib style

Interior Label: none
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