Again, I echo Zurf's sentifments on the "test". One man's ceiling is another man's floor. I'm a Martin biggot so I can only give my opnion. My D-41, which I've had for 25 years, just seems to sound better every year. I've experimented with different sting vendors and like the Eric Clapton acoutic strings by Martin.
As far as Taylor being superior I would say Martin has about 150 years or more in perfecting their craft. CF Martin studied under one of the finest violin and guitar markers in Germany in the 1700's, so, a Taylor has to grow some to be SUPERIOR to a Martin crafted guitar.
Just the thoughts from a player of more than 50 years. I'm a purist much like my Fender gear. Play on!
1 2007-12-30 18:15:58
Re: Martin or Taylor (24 replies, posted in Acoustic)
2 2007-08-09 01:40:22
Re: martin owners plese tell (13 replies, posted in Acoustic)
I've been playing my Martin D-41 for 15 years. I haven't played another acoustic guitar that reproduces the sound I want in an acoustic. The quality of workmanship and materials is the best in the world. As the saying goes, "it just like a good wine, it gets better with age", is apropro with my guitar.
I have been playing a few Taylors lately only because they have a dynamic voicing for amplifying the acoustic sound and they are the best craftsmen with their line. I will most likely get a 700 or 900 series.
Good luck.