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Sneak Peek: Martin 1-Series

A look at Martin's new affordable line of acoustics, sponsored by Martin
Premier Guitar July 2009
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Legendary Martin quality and tone even more affordable and irresistible. Martin’s new series of four premium quality guitars is constructed of solid tonewoods and designed for real player value. Never has so much Martin craftsmanship, innovation and pure, clear tone been offered at such an affordable price.

The 1-Series is available in your choice of a purely acoustic Dreadnought size D-1 and an Orchestra size OM-1. The DC-1E and OMC-1E acoustic-electric cutaway models feature true acoustic sound—plugged or unplugged. 1-Series instruments are delivered in a hardshell case, equipped with genuine Martin strings and covered by the Martin Limited Lifetime Warranty.


This is the one you’ve been waiting for.



Why not take the 1-Series test drive for yourself? Read more about the models at theoneseries.com. Then visit your local authorized Martin dealer to see, hear, and play the new Martin 1-Series instruments.

D-1 and DC-1E
D-1
  • Model/Type: D-Dreadnought
  • Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
  • Back/Sides: Solid Sapele
  • Neck: Stratabond  
  • Finish Body: Satin  
  • Finish Top: Satin
  • Scale Length: 25.4"
    		• DC-1E
  • Electronic Features: Volume, Tone Shaping Controls, Onboard Digital Tuner, Pop-up Battery Access

    • OM-1 and OMC-E1
    OM-1
  • Model/Type: OM-Orchestra 
  • Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
  • Back/Sides: Solid Sapele  
  • Neck: Stratabond
  • Finish Body: Satin  
  • Finish Top: Satin  
  • Scale Length: 25.4"
    		•  OMC-E1
  • Electronic Features: Volume, Tone Shaping Controls, Onboard Digital Tuner, Pop-up Battery Access

    • About Martin Guitar: Founded over 175 years ago, in 1833 by Christian Frederick Martin, C.F. Martin & Co. has been continuously family owned and operated for six generations. The oldest surviving acoustic instrument maker in the world and largest producer of acoustic guitars in the US, Martin guitars are handmade by skilled craftsmen and women, many still using the design and techniques introduced by the company founder in the 1830s. The privately held manufacturer is highly regarded for creating some of the finest instruments and introducing innovations that have become industry standards in the music products industry, including the now-standard X-bracing, the 14-fret guitar and the “Dreadnought” size.

         

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    Comments

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    Steve H
    on 12/07/2010     		I just picked up a secondhand model (who's crazy enough to sell one of these) and I love it. I can seriously say it makes me play better. Mind you, all my other guitars have been bottom of the heap. The 1 3/4 nut spacing can't hurt and the low(er) action helps but I think its the sound that inspires me to add just a little embellishment here, and a well timed stroke there. I've played good guitars before but none have inspired my like my new Martin. I have renewed drive.
    Kent Lee
    on 04/03/2010     		I was out looking for a new acoustic, and had been thinking about a Gibson Robert Johnson model. Went to the guitar store, where I saw an OMC E1 Martin next to all the Gibson stuff. So of course I had to play it. After I played it, I couldn't put it down. And I walked out of the store with the Martin, not the Gibson. Funny how that kind of thing happens sometimes.
    Ivan Doherty
    on 01/15/2010     		Well I picked up my new OMC-E1 and the only problem I find with it is, I can't set it down :-) I enjoy this guitar so much and couldn't be ask for more. It is GREAT
    Ivan Doherty
    on 01/13/2010     		I tried the OMC-E1 and had to have it. I pick it up to-night and I'll let you know what I think after I play it for a couple day. I am so excited.
    Ed Rhoades
    on 07/30/2009     		I just bought a new DC-1E yesterday. It came right from the factory and wasn't played outside the factory except for when the local dealer was testing it and setting it up.
    Feels great, nice close grain spruce top. The Sapele is indistinguishable from mahogany. It had a very bright brassy sound. After changing to Elixir custom lights strings and replacing the bridge pins with ebony ones...and several hours of playing, it began to open up and sound immediately sweeter.
    It sounds like the younger brother of my 1971 D-18. In fact, it sounds like the D-18 did when it was new.
    Plugged in, it has an outstanding amplified sound.
    I like the Stratabond neck. It's the 6th new Martin guitar I've purchased and for now, I'm very happy with it.
    Ed Hudson
    on 07/17/2009     		Awesome looking and sounding guitar. But of course nothing less from Martin.I myself am a proud owner of a Martin DX-1. Would love to know the price range on this model.



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