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Guitar hobby-ism: Examining the differences in Martin dreadnoughts

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EXCERPT: Dry. Deep. Bassy. Strong. Those are just a few words that describe these D-shaped “muscle” guitars that Martin bravely brought to the market many years ago (when smaller, more well-balanced acoustic guitars were favored).

The guitars are aptly named after World War I era battleships, “Dreadnoughts”. They are big, loud and ready to take on the world. With great power comes great responsibility. Yes, even Spider-Man would play a dreadnought guitar if he were to choose.

That’s where the problem begins. Which dreadnought should you choose? What are the differences? How do you know what to listen for when playing them at local shops? What about the different wood types? Different bracings? If you find yourself asking these questions, then this guide will help you get a head start on what models might appeal to you. If you’re already a Martin dreadnought lover, you know what it’s like to go through this discovery phase, and are likely still discovering the minute differences between vintage Martin dreadnoughts, modern recreations and all the variants in between. We welcome you to chime in below with your tips and insider secrets....


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