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hank
09-15-2004, 07:25 AM
Just a note to those who like the Golden Era D-28's. Due to Brazilian supply/quality issues, Martin is no longer producing the D-28GE except for custom orders (and the price is through the roof!).

So ............ Martin introduced the D-28 Marquis at NAMM this summer. Essentially the same as the D-28GE with Indian Rosewood in place of Brazilian Rosewood. I played two at NAMM and would highly recommend the Marquis D-28. I believe they are to start arriving around the end of October.

See it here: http://www.martinguitar.com/guitars/choosing/guitars.php?p=m&m=D-28%20Marquis

hank
Tim
09-29-2004, 08:28 PM
Hank, how would you describe the difference in tone between the Marquis and the GE?

Thanks!

Tim
hank
10-01-2004, 02:08 PM
Tim, sorry for the delay.

I've been able to spend quality time with a Marquis along side my D-28GE. Both are incredible. Forget cost for the moment. The 28GE sounds "better" to my ear because of the quality of tone. Specifically, rounder and a bit richer. How's that for flakey descriptions.

If money's an issue, the Marquis is it. BTW, my Clarence White sounds like the Marquis with a bit less bass overtones. All have Adirondack tops.

Love 'dem Martins. hank :boobs
Tim
10-01-2004, 09:12 PM
Thanks Hank! I've been thinking about trying a D-28GE and I guess since they are not going to be made anymore I better think quick! I may have to take a little trip up to Nashville and check 'em out!
hank
10-03-2004, 06:58 AM
Good luck on the hunt.
Tim
07-16-2005, 09:18 PM
Just pulled the trigger on a Marquis in sunburst. All I can say is WOW!! But, I did have to try several before I found a magic one. Very clear with alot of extended bass and not 'thuddy' like most Martins I've tried. Best acustic I've ever played.
lyles
07-22-2005, 04:49 AM
Just pulled the trigger on a Marquis in sunburst. All I can say is WOW!! But, I did have to try several before I found a magic one. Very clear with alot of extended bass and not 'thuddy' like most Martins I've tried. Best acustic I've ever played.

Post a sound clip and lets hear it in all its glory !!!!!!

Gotta love those Martins, eh?

I don't think that they've make a bad one anywhere in their line up ever.