Open Box Martin Special 16 Style Rosewood Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar Level 2 Natural 197881291471

I've played tons of standard series and this Special 16 hasn't left me wanting for anything. It's just a little dressed down. I swear it sounds better everyday. Take a look at the sheet I got from Martin. This thing is BUILT and it sings! Those specs might sway you pull the trigger!

I bought this guitar thinking that, "Well, it's not an HD-28, but I can settle for this." Boy, was I wrong! This guitar sounds and plays as well as an HD-28. My G.A.S. For a HD-28 has evaporated. This is my forever Martin all solid Rosewood dreadnought. There are a few things that I am going to change, but these are personal preferences and I do not expect them to change the sound or playability appreciably. They are: change out the Tusq saddle for a Bob Colosi compensated bone saddle, do a complete setup in that the action is way too high for my playing style, buff out the back and sides to a "vintage gloss" finish. I did this on my D-18 Satin and the results were spectacular!

My sales guy was great, I received the guitar and at first it seemed like everything I was looking for: Acoustic electric USA made Martin dread. However I found the guitar to be too bright. Additionally it does not record well. It sounds thin and needs more attention to EQ than I care to give it. It can be a loud strummer but seems too quiet when fingerpicked. I learned that I much prefer mahogany as a tone wood than rosewood. D-18's are the flagship Martin sound that I prefer. I like a darker more bass heavy sound that a guitar like that or a J-45 projects. This guitar is indeed like a D28, but I guess I'm weird I don't like the way D-28's sound either! I ultimately returned the guitar within a week. I'm still on the hunt for another acoustic but glad I learned some more of what I don't like. I appreciate that guitar center was understanding since finding the right guitar is a personal journey and not always easy. #sweepstakes

This guitar is a steal. Sounds exactly like hd28 for less money. If you're looking for a true Martin guitar don't pass this one up.

My first Martin. Looked around for a while before I found this one. Tried a few others, D-18, D-28, D-35. Purchased a Special 16 a few days ago and I am in awe of its sound. Cost was not the factor in my decision, playability and sustain, that's what I was after. And this one nailed it for me. (Just my opinion). Had a set up done, and have had a hard time putting it down since. Deep lows and sparkling highs. If you're in a shop that has one, treat yourself, sit down with it for a bit. Run through the tune "Jessica" (Huge Allman Brothers fan here). You'll be smiling when you finish. Great look and feel. Easy to play for smaller hands. Not an expert or professional, just enjoy a well made guitar with a great tone.

This is a high end Martin incognito! Great guitar unplugged or electric with my Fender 40W Acoustisonic amp and @ a very resaonable price for an American made Martin. I use this guitar in conjunction with my Martin 12 string for Christian Worship and playing out once in awhile at some Brewpubs. Get one now!