This Martin 00-15M is a beautiful instrument
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- Опубліковано 6 лют 2025
- Thanks for taking your time to watch this play-trough of my recently acquired Martin 00-15m.
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Every single time I hear the 15 series I am reminded how good they sound. Exactly what a mahogany guitar should sound like in my opinion.
This is only the second video I've seen from you ( the other being the Eastman E1D video) but I just wanted to say of the hundreds of videos I've watched reviewing acoustics there is something so human and soulful in your playing that pulled me in immediately..looking forward to hearing more
Thank you so much B.A. Reading this comment made my day. I’m so happy to hear the music resonated with you. I think that’s what it is supposed to be all about. Take care
Keep coming to watch this while my 00-15m is on layaway. Thanks for posting!
Daaaang... nice guitar, but... really beautiful playing. Thanks for this.
Chris, you should record an album of your tunes played on an 00015m. Seriously, I'd buy it in an instant!
Thank you Lawrence. I hope one day to make that dream come true🙏
I second that. Wonderful style and playing.
I fourth that !!!
All that’s missing is a roaring fire, some s’mores, and a sky full of stars. What a wonderful demo, I’ve wanted one for so long but the money has just never been available.
Thank you, that would be really nice.
I finally bought this beauty several months ago, now need to get more into the spirit of practicing
@Leonisdarko...... nice:)
Hello Chris. First, I must tell you that you’re playing is very inspirational to me, and your guitar is absolutely beautiful. I had one of those not too long ago but I had to sell it because of financial difficulty at the time. But you have inspired me to get another one regardless of how long it takes. And my gosh, the price has gone up on those - when I got it it was about $1200 - they were up to $1500 and recently I’ve seen them for something like $1699. But I don’t care. I will be getting another one someday possibly because of your inspiration. I could listen to this video over and over. I have played the 000-15m, but I prefer 00-15m because of it’s size, and I am pretty much a 95% fingerstyle player. Take care Chris, and keep up the good work - I’ll be listening.
Thank you so much Dan!
I think I've watched this video literally a thousand times.
Chris thank you for this.
Thank you so much for your kind words Mike, it means a lot.
I am patiently waiting for mine to arrive . Can't wait. Newfoundland Canada here. Stay safe and be well and thanks for sharing :)
Am now the owner of one for 3 beautiful weeks now. I love love it. :) :) :)
How long is the turn around for these right now? I’m in Ontario and considering getting one
@@erinjoy8338 I am not sure now since the USA is mostly vaccinated so it may be a bit faster now. Check with Long & McQuade . That is where i bought mine from in St Johns NL but you have a supplier close to you i am sure . Stay safe and be well
Best value in the "Martin-verse"
Man you sold me this guitar, I have just got a 00-15m today !
You sound great and your playing is wonderful !
thanks
Wow man thank you! And huge congratulations with your new 6 string friend for ever :D it’s a GREAT little guitar!
Dude. You made me fall in love. For sure ordering one now
Thanks for the great video. This is exactly the style of playing I wanted to hear from this guitar. A lot of other videos of this guitar feature mostly flat-picking or strumming. I don’t play with a pick, and it’s great to hear the nuances in dynamics in your playing. From individual note clarity to subtle percussive strumming, the mellow tone can be really balanced by right-hand technique. Great expressive playing, by the way.
Now I just need to decide 00 or 000. (I already have a parlor size Gretsch, so I’m leaning towards 000 for variety, but this sounds like it’s right in the pocket for the tone I want.)
Thank you very much for your comment.
I’m glad you found something you can relate to. It’s so important. I also try to find videos where the gear im interested in is played in a manner that is similar to what I play and like, otherwise it gets a little useless.
I’d definitely go for the 000. I’ve recently bought me one of those, and oh boy it sings. And Martin apparently adjusted their prices down on them, great win! Take care bud
Wonderful playing
Played several new guitars back to back including new 000-18, 000-28 standards, Modern Deluxes, Custom Shops, a Southern Jumbo, a Collings, and a Taylor GA. All very nice. Then I played the 000-15m. 000-15M came home, easily the one that I liked the most.
Yeah I’ve got one of them 000-15’s as well, and it’s sounds amazing. It’s such an understated guitar with a beautiful organic tone, crisp, sweet and warm at the same time.
Takk!
Thank you Sir! 🙏
I've had mine for about a month. I concur with it being a beautiful instrument and it sounds perfect. Great playing!
Very nice the way you have included different dynamics, techniques in your playing to show what the guitar can do. And no talking. The guitar speaks for itself. Ordered mine today. Just the sound for me.
Thanks man! Hope you will enjoy it as much as me.
This Friday (10-2) my 00-15m arrives....so happy !
Wow that's gonna be a big day. Congrats man. I hope it'll bring you a lot of joy.
I listen to this while I'm working today... maybe one day i can play mine that well :)
Thank you Jennifer, it’s very kind of you to say that.
Beautiful playing!!
Thanks Stephen!
I also love mine.It’s tuned to Taro Patch and it’s way better than me.Thank you for the enjoyable music.
Aloha!
Thank you! Appreciate it!
Nice playing, and perfect sound in your video. The pure essence of the 00-15M. I am in love with mine, that one will never go out.
Thank you very much sir.
I love my 000-15m thoses guitars are awesome !!
you're so talented. I love listening to you play!
Thanks so much Julie! Means a ton!
The style 15 Guitars are all made in the Martin Custom Shop. Just no hide glue but the new A bracing and a great tone.
Love it. I bought a 000 on Thursday and I'm waiting for the electronics to get installed. This helps me with the waiting!
What pickup did you get? Trying I decide myself
@@johnuhrig6993 I tried the LR Baggs Anthem, but my tech said it wouldn't fit, so I went with the Fishman Matrix Infinity. Sounds great!
Just found a used one - needed some love but it's becoming a fav for gigging now. Zero issues - just an honest satisfying sound and great playability. And a very doable 900.00 used. Win win. Great playing btw :)
Nice find man! Congrats
Congratulations. Your lucky day!
Whoa great feel. Is that dadgad? Beautiful Melodies thank you
Thanks man, appreciate it! I can’t remember exactly what tuning, but it’s not dadgad. I might have stated the correct tuning in other comments.
Great playing. Great sounding guitar. I ordered one after watching this video. 3rd Martin....
Thanks Joe, I appreciate it. Can’t go wrong with a Martin, or Martins in your case :D Not gonna be my only one, but they are a bit pricey in EU, so I’m saving.
I’ve never heard a 15m that didn’t sound fantastic. This one is no exception.
Nice guitar. Even better playing👍
Sweet playing -- you know to make the most of a smaller-body guitar. Dreadnoughts are dandy, but a OO is a good friend to keep around.
Thank you for your kind words David
The guitar, your talent, and your beard are all equally impressive. Well done, sir!
Haha thanks William, my pleasure.
Loved this video. You are a wonderful player, and the 00-15M fits your style perfectly.
Thank you David, very kind of you
Holy cow that’s good.
Wow, love it 😍
played one of these a bit back at a guitar center and was super impressed. I actually, despite not being in the market for one, helped the sales guy out and ended up bearing witness to someone else in the store buying it. the bass resonates through the back so well, it's a really nice instrument.
Way to go man. Yeah it’s very lightly built, and like you say - incredibly resonant.
Very nice... Playing and production... excellent sound quality, as good as the guitar playing :),
Thank you very much Mike
I have this same guitar.. Nice to hear it played the way it should be.
That’s very kind of you to say, thank you
I need to send my circa 1933 in to Martin to fix a number of issues. It was a beast to play in the late 70's. Crap, back then I didn't imagine me with this guitar when it's nearly 100 y.o.! A shop back in '77 estimated a better condition example was valued at 3000+ USD! Yes, I'm an idiot. Probably cost about $1000 to restore to playability. Considering inflation from when I put it away, maybe that's not as bad as it would seem.
Very nice playing and the recording is good too.
Lovely playing and tone.
After researching all forms of 00 & 000 Martins I was about to pull the trigger on a 000-18 but now i'm not so sure. This is the best 00-15M video I've seen.
Thanks man, I really appreciate it.
If you are more a strummer I’d go for the triple-aught. This can definitely do it, but it compresses quickly when strumming hard. I’m generally a pretty soft player, and it sounds beautiful for that. The bigger brother (000-15) will sound somewhat fuller, but the added low end can imo be a bit too overwhelming - especially for recording purposes. Unfortunately I haven’t any experience with the 000-18, I’d love to play one though. It’s a different animal, and perhaps a bit more ‘alround’ compared to the 15 series. Great guitar hunting :-)
Nice dynamics and feel in your playing. Great finger picking technique. I must chuck those MA500T strings on my Martin 00-15m. Inspiring listening to you Chris! 🎸
I have a 000 ordered and arriving March, maybe. All i have is UA-cam clips to get me through and even though this is a 00, this is the best sounding demo ive seen so far and ive watched it many times ☺
Congratulations Brad
Oh that wait is the hardest part.
I hope it’s gonna bring you years of joy. Thank you very much for your kind words. It means a lot.
Stunning.
Excellent brother. You have me wanting an Eastman from another video you did. Stellar style and playing.
Thanks bud, I really appreciate your kind words. The Eastman stuff is absolutely incredible. Never tried a bad one.
Bro that sounds so sweet and you played very well
Thank you so much .
Hi Chris, simply wonderful playing. I also have one of these guitars - wish I could play it as well as you! Best Regards, Ed.
Thank you so much Ed, I really appreciate it man.
Beautiful music, Chris... so relaxing and enjoyable just listening to you play. Thank you for sharing. I called some local guitar shops today hoping to play and compare the 00-15m and 000-15m... nobody has the 00. I did get to try the 000-15SM at the most nearby shop. Didn't like the tuning pegs on that one. Also got to try a 00-28, so I know I like that size, and what gorgeous guitar that is, but I really want the sweet, rich, mellow sound that you so elegantly demonstrate here with the 00-15m. May just have to order it. Thanks again for the beautiful demonstration... gonna listen again now... love your music.
I just ordered a set of Kluson Prestige nickel open gear tuners with parchment buttons to complete the old style look. The OEM Grovers are heavier and either too delicate or slow to respond depending on which string. Hope to see how my upgrade works in a few days.
@@tomformanek3312 is that for the 000-15? Like Lori I don’t like the tuners om my 000-15SM.
@@im58woody Yep.
@@tomformanek3312 let me know what you think about them when you get them on. I’d like to replace mine. Thanks!
@@im58woody For what it's worth... I finally got my 00-M15 and it took about a month to get use to the tuners. Surprisingly, I don't even think about them anymore... just tune-up and play. Loving this guitar!
I love that guitar....the sound it awesome and it's totally beautiful to see.
Such great playing, Like others have said, Your skills are exceptional. I noticed one for sale second hand near me and on my way to play it tomorrow. I recently let my Eastman E80m go and have been looking for a Martin to replace it for a few months and absolutely love the tones you are getting with the 15m. Look forward to more of your videos and your playing style!
Thank you Tom, it means a lot!
Thank you. Lovely playing, man.
Beautiful guitar and beautiful playing, brother!!!
Yes! Yes!Yes! Excellent truly beautiful!
Nice playing Chris!
Beautiful playing! Understated warmth and simplicity, enveloping. Love it! I'm selling one of my guitars so I can buy one of these, go Mahogany!
The Real Gordman Many thanks, I really appreciate it. It’s very recommended. I’m very impressed by how full it sounds only being a double odd.
Chris Effort yes, I hear they are incredibly light so very resonant..and that beautiful woody tone 🙌
Amazed at your playing. I hope one day to be able to lay down pieces such as these.
Thank you, I really appreciate that
great stuff
amazing playing!! thanks for that :-)
What a beauty! 😍
Your playing is so emotional. Very beautiful music.
Thank you Scott
After hearing you play this guitar I’m buying one your playing and the guitar sounds amazing I need another guitar like a hole in the head but u know how it goes 😂😂thank u for the music great video cheer’s from Ireland 🇮🇪
Sounds great!
Small hogs are so cool.
Thanks Paul, I couldn’t agree more - I love smaller bodied guitars.
@@ChrisEffort
I subscribed. Hoping you'll make more like this.
Are you in the US?
@@paulboden7850 Thank you, that means a lot. I’m in Denmark 🇩🇰
Really like your sound!! Since 3 days I hav a new 0015 hoping to play like you one day👍 greetings from Italy 🇮🇹
Very kind of you to say that, thank you.
Great guitar and it is my dream guitar 🤩
Wow great playing and great video. I saw one of these used locally recently and it might be time to take another look…
Thank you Matt
Yeah, that would be a great opportunity to hear how it sounds and feels. I’m still loving mine, even more know it’s older.
beautiful sounds.
Yey〜👍so good acoustic guitar sound‼️ We love mahogany guitars🙋
Yup, mahogany guitars are sweet and warm.
Beautiful playing and thanks for it. I own the Streetmaster cutaway dread, and it is really the easiest playing, coolest sounding acoustic I have in the man cave. Just subscribed to your channel so I can hear more of your wonderful playing.
Thank you so much Thomas. The 15 series are absolutely great guitars. I have yet to try the dreadnaught, but I’ve tried the 000-15 street master and it sounds gorgeous. Thank you for your sub. I have planned to make another video of this guitar in a near future.
Take care
Chris
@@ChrisEffort which is better? I have access to 000-15 but I can't find a 00-15 here, but I really love how 00-15 sounds.
@@papidey23 Hi David
They are both equally great. If it’s gonna be your only acoustic I would take the 000, it’s a bit fuller sounding, but not ‘better’ if it makes sense. The 00 is bit more mid focused, but still have great low end.
@@ChrisEffort Thanks Chris! I've already ordered the 000 Streetmaster, so I'm very excited now!!! :D
@@papidey23 Not a bad choice at all! You’re gonna enjoy that guitar I’m absolutely sure! Did you see my last video of the StreetMaster?
My dad keeps saying mahogany guitars sound horrible, and that "You need a spruce top!"
Well I got to try Martin 000-15, and from the first second I saw it, I couldn't stop smiling.
That was the best sounding guitar I've ever played, it fit me perfectly and it smelled really nice too.
It was perfect. I love Martin guitars!!!
Lol
You only need whatever resonates with you. Spruce? Mahogany? Doesn’t really matter as long as you vibe with it.
I think you are absolutely right. Love my Martin 000-15 (video coming up soon). Best acoustic I ever had. It’s smells sooo great! Can’t deny that. Did you buy the 000-15?
@@ChrisEffort I'm saving up..... or just selling a kidney right now.
@@ChrisEffort Also, awesome job!!!! I saw your spotify, but I'm sad that there's only one song.
Love the sound of guitar, convinced on buying a 0015m martin
Did you? I'm sure thinking about it, too ...
Just subscribed, your worth it, love the 00-15
Thank you John, very kind of you
Magnífico, bravo!!!!!
Man that sounds great ✌💜
Thank you so much man 🙏🫶
I was literally about to buy a 000 and then I found this video and now I'm riddled with doubt. Damn you.
Haha oh do I know the struggle. Have you tried the 000-15SM? that’s my personal 15 series favorite
@@ChrisEffort Haha, the 00 arrived in the mail today. It's epic!
Super sound; super tunes and super playing👍🎸👍
Yes! Really beautiful tunes. Are they your own? Fantastic.
Yeah the tunes are some of my own. And thank you very much you Anna, appreciated it a lot.
Oh that focused mahogany sound
Hearing this made my day. Love small body mahogany guitars. Especially my Martin 000-15. This one has a great tone. Make some moire videos playing that Martin.
Thank you so much. You writing this comment made my day. I will do, most definitely.
Take care
That first song is my favorite... probli listened to in a hundred times... wish you could do a lesson
That is incredibly kind of you. Thank you
I played this guitar and was more than impressed. Played many taht day, including 5 Collings guitars. I would have seriously considered this, but I need 1 3/4 nut width. Was a sad day...
It is an incredible guitar. They are bit expensive here in EU, but absolutely worth it still, imo. Have you tried or considered the 000-15SM? I have one on the way, and I can’t wait to try it and demo it!
@@ChrisEffort I have tried the 000. I have played many guitars over the last 3 years. I remember the GEMS. The OO was a GEM. I don't remember the OOO playing too well. Actually, most Martins I've play were very average to be honest. Thats why the OOm burned into my brain so well because it played SO WELL. The day I played the OO, I played many guitars costing $5000 and above. The 00 costs 1350 US. It IS A STEAL AT THAT PRICE. But not for a 1 3/4 guy like me. I know, I've made that mistake more than once before... I have seen custom shop or limited production 000m guitars
with 1 3/4 nuts, but not in the OOm guitars...
@@danherrick5785 Did you play the slope shoulder 12 fret version of the 000 too? It has a 1”3/4 nut width. But yeah I agree, there are dud guitars even from major brands. I have played Martin’s and Gibson’s that really didn’t live up to their heritage. Where I live we generally don’t have a lot of different guitars to choose from, so I’m relying primarily on online stores - but I do only use the ones that I trust will send me a guitar that meet my preferences. And until now I have only been more than satisfied. But yeah, optimally I’d test them before purchasing.
@@danherrick5785 And if you can find a 00L-17 it’s 1 3/4 as well. I have a video of that one too somewhere on my channel. Lovely guitar, but with a spruce top.
@@ChrisEffort Watch this 00-17...
ua-cam.com/video/A2CJ7_-9pGY/v-deo.html
Beautiful playing; especially the first thing you play. I’m considering selling my bass and amp to get one of these. Can’t decide between which I prefer, though: the 00 or 000.
Thanks Dan, I appreciate it man. I’d go for the 000. Video of that one is coming soon. You’ll get more versatility with the bigger body.
@@ChrisEffort thanks for the advice! Very excited to see your 000 video!
I've been saving up to buy one for the past six months and I hope I can afford one before the end of the year.
Hi Jan
Oh I know how it feels to wait, but it's so rewarding when you finally get what you really want.
Oh man this sound amazing! Big fan of the mahogany guitars😍
I have all mahogany Takamine..The only problem i had it was to find strings that will suits her. You know its a big dreadnought. With massive stings it sounded like a barrel. When i put Elixir 10's on it...Its sounds like Eric Clapton would record on it,even its a relatively cheap guitar. Not to mention of prescission of craftsmanship? a Luthier said, i used every single piece of tool i have,this guitar is made "right on the money". Im kinda lying when i think of it,it was a bit dried out, frets started to poke your palm...Butt thats it...Of course that was fixed.
00 = Soul | 000 = Volume
Deciding between a 00-15 and a 00-18 - but these full mahagonys are always sending my brain into neverland ...
For sure.
I am struggling to pick between the 00-15m or the 000-15m for a studio guitar! Both sound amazing just not sure one I would
Like best for recording.
I literally ordered a 00-15m today. Judging by the sound of this video I think I made the right decision.
I already have a J-45 and a D-28. I figured this would be the perfect next step to take and complete my collection of acoustics. 😬
Yeah absolutely! It’s a super awesome guitar. And what a great collection you have.
I'm looking at picking one of these up and this is the best video I've found on UA-cam capturing how I'd like to play it. Your skill is impressive. If I wanted to learn to play like this, where would you recommend I start? Was that all standard tuning or did you have open tuning mixed in there? Thanks for any tips you can pass along, love your style.
Oh and how would you say this compares to the 000? I know that one's a bit louder and more versatile but I just love how these sound (at least from the videos I've come across)
Thank you Gino.
There is some open tunings in there as well. It’s not easy for me to recommend how to start, I’m self taught - so I think I should start over if I was actually taking lessons to clean up all my faulty techniques, haha - but I did spend a lot of time focusing on playing melodies instead of only chords, and I’ve always liked open tunings that makes it ‘easier’ to sound pretty. So perhaps start with DADGAD. The 000-15 won my heart - bigger sound, more low end which is personally find pleasing when being your ‘own’ orchestra. Hope that makes sense.
Sounds great.
I am trying to decide between this or a Guild M-20.
Thanks Scott
I’ve never tried a M-20, but I have heard they have a tendency of sounding a little more boxy compared to the 00-15. But again, your mileage may vary - if you have the opportunity to try first, that’d be awesome.
Absolutely beuatiful, love your tunes! Which strings do you use?
Greetings from Hamburg!
Thanks so much sir, appreciate your kind words. I use Martin MA540T’s 12s or Martin Retro’s also 12s
I've been debating on whether to get the 00 or 000. I've been listening to a lot of demos. Great picking.
Thank you.
A buddy of mine has got the the 000-15. The differences are there. But I picked the 00 body, since it didn’t sound lesser than the 000. The bigger one sounds a bit more ‘full’ - but In my experience I found it sounding a bit too overwhelming. And the smaller 00 definitely doesn’t lack low end response in my experience. When ever it gets possible (hopefully soon) I’d suggest you try them side by side.
Full range of overtones !
Came for the guitar review but stayed for the playing. I forgot I was after the review of the guitar. Im deciding between this and the 000. I know the 00015m sounds better (subjectively), but Im considering this because thinking it will be more comfortable. Wanna ask you if the 00 is much more comfortable to play than the 000?
Thank you, I really appreciate it.
I bought the 00 for the same reason, but once I tried a 000 I was hooked. Not much bigger in size, but much fuller and more versatile- so ultimately I ended up selling the 00 to get the 000.
@@ChrisEffort I ended up ordering the 000 as well, now waiting for it to come 😀. I reckon you should do a video of hour journey learning guitar, it'll be beneficial for ppl like me who want to learn to play like you too
Very nice playing I am saving up for one of these myself!
From the angle of the camera I can only assume you are a blonde sasquatch that shaved his arms to make this video impressive!
Haha and you are absolutely right about your assumption. Thanks for the kind words.
Sounds incredible. Nice picking too. I'm looking at Martin 000-15M and the 000-18 which I love.
G’day Chris
Hopefully this gets to you! Do you prefer this or the 000-15m? The 00-15 is out of stock everywhere and I can’t play it first. I originally was looking for a smaller guitar, but there doesn’t seem to be much difference between the two in size (significant anyway)
So I would have to overpay and blind but if it was the 00-15!
Awesome tunes!
Didn't you used to have the tuning posted?🤔
Thank you Jeffery! Nope, but I have mentioned it in the comment section a few times. It’s EAC#EBE, it’s a beautiful tuning. Have fun with it :-) And merry Christmas
This is beautiful! What tuning is it?