So I'm a Martin, same name as C.F.Martin, the guitar luthier who started building fine instruments in Europe back in 1833.  From those times, there has evolved the respected and admired Martin Guitar instruments that many of us have loved to play, listen to, collect, trade, etc. over the years and over many generations.   As a Martin, I have no connection to the instrument manufacturer other than the same name.  However I have made my own connection over the years by having a Martin to play, perform, write and record with, that has created perhaps a deeper relationship after all, than simply a genealogical connection.  (Can't say I'd be disappointed to discover I'm related.)

   There may be many Martins out there playing Martins.  Who knows, there may actually be quite a few of us.  One thing is for sure, if you know something about Martin Guitars, you’ve got more than one thing in common with a lot of people, and some of us do have the same name as the guitars we love. 

   If you own a Martin Guitar, then you may have a story about your experiences and why you’ve chosen a Martin.  Maybe you even have an elusive genetic connection to the Martin family who began this historic guitar making journey.

   Could you imagine an annual Martin guitar reunion where musicians gather to play and share their love of Martins?  The Martin event would be flush with pickers of all ages, musical styles, and attitudes (aka personalities).  Live guitar music of every style and variety imaginable being picked and strummed without end.  The sheer amazing variety of shapes, sizes, tones, styles, tonewoods, and vintages of acoustic, (and yes, a few vintage electrics), alone would be mind boggling.  A plethora of guitar player’s skill levels and experts who know more than you thought could be possible to know about Martin Guitars.

    We're always looking forward to stories about Martins, and all us folks who love them, so please feel free to share.  Have you experienced the factory tour in Nazareth or sent your guitar in for warranty work?  How about your local Martin or other acoustic guitar luthier?  We are always interested in hearing about your experiences with what repairs, fretwork, and other maintenance you've had done on your instrument.  

    Take good care of that guitar and be sure to get it out and pick on it often so it doesn't get lonely.  It's winter in some places, so keep a humidifier in the case so that wood stays @ 35-40% humidity and around 70 deg F.  Your guitar will thank you and treat you much better if you do.

  Send us a comment, your thoughts and experiences as a Martin owner and player or any acoustic guitar that you love to play.   

Thanks for your interest and keep on exciting the sound board.

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