I own a natural one (non aged)...love the guitar! Great for Bluegrass or just plain fingerpicking. Of all the dozens of Martins I've owned over the years, this one is by far the best!!!
Love me some Martin. Took years to get to own one, lots of trades along the way. Finally got to the dream, a new D35 last year. I do just fine at making my own relics however, got to that state myself along with my old 1971 J 50 Gibson with 100k+ miles on her too.
I own a Martin D28 1937 Authentic. What a fantastic guitar!! I own roughly 20 acoustic guitars, and this Martin Authentic is head and shoulders above anything IMHO.
I love those musical pieces that have a subtle "lullaby" quality. In the right hands it squeezes your heart a little. Maybe the right guitar coaxes that mood from a player, but I didn't even look at the guitars in this video. I kept skipping over the guitar talk to watch Baxter play.
Very nice job on the demo. Baxter holds back a lot on his playing so we get to hear the guitar. But this seemed really appropriate for the piece he was showing.
I have a '13 D28A '41 and a'14 D28A '37. Killer guitars no VTS. Both needed a setup for me because they come with high action at both ends. As far as lacquer thickness, after a few years, the lacquer gets thinner and thinner. Worth every penny.
Absolutely beautiful demo of these two guitar! I think Baxter's review pretty much sums up my thoughts as well. I've owned the non-aged version for a couple years now, and am continually amazed by it. I've never heard anything that sounds quite this good, and I personally love the neck profile. I have seen no ill effect through any seasonal changes. The chunky neck and exceptional build quality keep it well within spec all year. Thanks again for the video Baxter! It's always a pleasure to watch and listen to your playing!!
This is probably one of the best demos on the D-28 authentic. This year I'm in the market for either a D-42 or a D-28 authentic. I'm leaning towards the D-42 because the authentic doesn't have a truss rod, but I'm still intrigued by the guitar. Decisions, decisions, decisions!
Believe me my friend, the Authentic is much better! If you don't want to spend too much money, there's no need to take the Aged version. I tried all the best known Martins, the D42 has a lot of bass (too much for my taste, you only hear that). I'm lucky to have a Martin D28 Authentic 1937 VTS, it's a killer!!! Very nice bass that does not stifle the rest, the sound is magnificent very very powerful! And yes, you are right, there is no truss rod but whatever. Like any great guitar, it is advisable anyway to take it once a year to a good luthier for a check, and an adjustment of the action if necessary. But frankly, you won't regret it; the Authentic series is the best Martin has done in years. Less expensive: the D18 Authentic 1939 in mahogany is also a bomb!
Holy moly! Baxter you are an acoustic master! I really enjoyed that. I have one of the early 1937 D-28 Authentic models without the torrified top and it doesn’t sound as good as that one with the torrified top. Thanks.
These modern authentics. From 2018-2020 are the real thing. They started thinning the tops in 2021. Adding truss rods. N i think the saddle is thinner too if i remember from reading their specs. Before 2017 or 2018 the specs were quite as exact. Or maybe now they call them the 1937 custom authentic? Idk. But you want the no truss rod and full clone specs with vts. You choose aged or not. Personally i love the idea of seeing the natural finish age with me. These are instruments to love and spend your life with just as the originals. Truly a heart warming experience to own one of these. Gives us hope again for music.
I'll take the thinner top. Martins ore war guitars constantly measure thinner when you measure them. Also I prefer an adjustable truss rod. Idc if the t bar sounds a hair different. And Indian Rosewood is a thing of beauty with Adirondack. I was never a Madagascar fan. Sorry just wasn't.
Love that guitar voice! Had one, had to trade it because my wounded fretting hand was getting to where I couldn't play for long w/o hand cramping. Empire Music has similar Martin Customs With an adjustable truss rod. There IS a truss rod in the authentic, it's not adjustable, it is a lollipop it you look at it. Thanks Baxter
There are no states that have a relative humidity of 50% year round... So...when acquiring an acoustic instrument, figure in a humidifier/ dehumidifier... and a backup system in case one goes out. Repair is an all around drag😐
I'm a fan of the non aged honestly. I think it will age better sound wise. Jmo. Either way I have a 000-28 1937 custom authentic, non aged and it's unbelievable. And I was gonna get the dread and always have been q dread guy. But I think the 000s came out better. Specifically because I think EIR works better on smaller guitars
I just posted this in the "Are Acoustics Lame" video but it's worth posting again. If you like acoustic guitars I recently discovered and have been binge watching is The North American Guitar, they demo really high end guitars played by Carl Miner, the videos are really well recorded and Carl's playing is just great. Some of the older videos have some of Carl's best pieces/playing. I hope you guys don't mind me plugging another channel here, I figured it should be cool as they don't sell new Martin's or Taylors.
I’m sure posting ONCE to plug another channel is good enough - right? A lot of us follow Carl Miner and the channel you mentioned. But try to exercise some etiquette and comment regarding what the channel you’re watching. Once is enough Twice is too much
I have tried the 1937 Authentics both in the Aged Version and the Regular as well as the 000-28 and the D-28's. They look great, but the action was too high on all 4, and not a lot of saddle to lower the action. The strings were extremely abrasive; therefore, they might feel better with the better strings. I am not a fan of the neck, as my 2005 D-42, is much smoother, and plays better, and actually has a better sound and just as much volume. It could be that the binding on the 42 is smoother. I was hoping or instant love, but it just didn't happen. I may try another example just to be sure. Beautiful guitars, however the "aged" version has too many finish checks to suit me.
It can get very confusing out there. I’m considering getting my first “nice” acoustic guitar and thought I had it narrowed down to a Martin D18 or Gibson J35. When I looked them up at the local distributors’ websites here and in the used instruments online listings, I got a bit of a shock to see that there are many different varieties of D18 or J35 and a similar variation in price.
They are beautiful guitars, No argument here about that, but for 8 thousand dollars you can buy a brand new D-18 & D-28, and still have money left over in your pocket for somthing from the Road series or New Streetmaster D-15.
Ain’t no way ever I’m buying a guitar at that price without a truss Rod. That’s insane. Chris Martin does some non-common sensical BS. Like that SC13E - looks like half the guitar was chopped away because he didn’t have enough tonewood.
Lol - he never said it didn’t have a truss rod. It has a T Bar truss rod just like the original 1937s had. Steel string guitars HAVE to have some sort of truss rod whether it’s adjustable or not. With out it, he neck would bow within a short amount of time and no way to adjust it. Martins have had truss rods well before the 1930s. Use your common sense next time before you accuse Chris Martin of one of the dumbest things possible.
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I own a natural one (non aged)...love the guitar! Great for Bluegrass or just plain fingerpicking. Of all the dozens of Martins I've owned over the years, this one is by far the best!!!
Love me some Martin. Took years to get to own one, lots of trades along the way. Finally got to the dream, a new D35 last year. I do just fine at making my own relics however, got to that state myself along with my old 1971 J 50 Gibson with 100k+ miles on her too.
I own a Martin D28 1937 Authentic. What a fantastic guitar!! I own roughly 20 acoustic guitars, and this Martin Authentic is head and shoulders above anything IMHO.
I love those musical pieces that have a subtle "lullaby" quality. In the right hands it squeezes your heart a little. Maybe the right guitar coaxes that mood from a player, but I didn't even look at the guitars in this video. I kept skipping over the guitar talk to watch Baxter play.
Very nice job on the demo. Baxter holds back a lot on his playing so we get to hear the guitar. But this seemed really appropriate for the piece he was showing.
Thank you sincerely. I really did just want to let the chords come through on these. They were very magical to play:)
Noticed the way Baxter started grinning while playing the Authentic 1937 Aged, and just had to smile myself. Really cool playing!
The Martin 37AA is what all acoustics should aspire to be in terms of quality, its unreal
You had me at Martin…. You had me at Martin…
Exactly.
That’s funny:)!
THIS is my guitar choice! There is nothing like a Martin!
Martin's sure do have that booming quality and wonderfully understated in Baxter's touch...thank you ;)
I have a '13 D28A '41 and a'14 D28A '37. Killer guitars no VTS. Both needed a setup for me because they come with high action at both ends. As far as lacquer thickness, after a few years, the lacquer gets thinner and thinner. Worth every penny.
You really should do more acoustics on the channel. Baxter is the reason I have an 811 I can barely play! Getting better, though 😁
PREACH!
Some pretty slick playing there, Baxter.
Beautiful guitars, both of them. Someday I might earn me a Martin... someday
Very special guitars and great playing, Baxter. Really showcased the sound
I have a Martin DX1RAE that plays and sounds amazing. It actually has a Murado Wood fingerboard and bridge.
Great job guys; I like them both, for different reasons.
That sounded really nice Baxter. Good job Sir 👍. ☮️
Memorizing..... love that sound .... really like the looks of the aged ..
This what Sundays are for...praying to Jesus to have this sweetie! 🙏
Love that!
Great playing. Thanks for the conversation Friday afternoon.
Baxter, Baxter, Baxter, you need to do this for us more often! Great guitar work on a great guitar.
Your picking technique is awesome to behold. And three cheers to the Adirondacks. Home of great tops.
Absolutely beautiful demo of these two guitar! I think Baxter's review pretty much sums up my thoughts as well. I've owned the non-aged version for a couple years now, and am continually amazed by it. I've never heard anything that sounds quite this good, and I personally love the neck profile. I have seen no ill effect through any seasonal changes. The chunky neck and exceptional build quality keep it well within spec all year. Thanks again for the video Baxter! It's always a pleasure to watch and listen to your playing!!
im currently shopping for this exact guitar...best acoustic you ever owned??
The natural sounds great
Nice playing Baxter
Mighty fine pickin Baxter!
Incredible picking man, wow!
That Baxter guy ain't half bad at strumming
Damn Baxter!! That’s some awesome playing!!!
They are both awesome sounding guitars
Beautyful playing Baxter, you're about to get my D-28 GAS stirred up again. I'm supposed to be a Gibson man.
i love that aged one
I’m am a Larrivee guy not a Martin guy. But man that aged guitar was beautiful, the sound is gorgeous. I just can’t imagine the price 😬
This is probably one of the best demos on the D-28 authentic. This year I'm in the market for either a D-42 or a D-28 authentic. I'm leaning towards the D-42 because the authentic doesn't have a truss rod, but I'm still intrigued by the guitar. Decisions, decisions, decisions!
Believe me my friend, the Authentic is much better! If you don't want to spend too much money, there's no need to take the Aged version.
I tried all the best known Martins, the D42 has a lot of bass (too much for my taste, you only hear that).
I'm lucky to have a Martin D28 Authentic 1937 VTS, it's a killer!!! Very nice bass that does not stifle the rest, the sound is magnificent very very powerful!
And yes, you are right, there is no truss rod but whatever. Like any great guitar, it is advisable anyway to take it once a year to a good luthier for a check, and an adjustment of the action if necessary.
But frankly, you won't regret it; the Authentic series is the best Martin has done in years.
Less expensive: the D18 Authentic 1939 in mahogany is also a bomb!
it has a truss rod!
Yes, I have a D-28 Custom Shop Authentic and it has a truss rod.
Holy moly! Baxter you are an acoustic master! I really enjoyed that. I have one of the early 1937 D-28 Authentic models without the torrified top and it doesn’t sound as good as that one with the torrified top. Thanks.
Great comparison
These aged models really do sound like a guitar just sat in its case for the last 85 years you just strummed it finally.
Beautiful intro song.
You really should leave links in your description to the products. Makes it easier for me to impulse buy another guitar I don't need.
That is a good idea and thank you. The one sold unfortunately before the video could come out:) silly guitars, darn they were good!
@@CasinoGuitars I thought they were both spoken for.
I would give up at least one of the children for this.
Lol
Great playing Baxter!
Hard to beat their sinkers just now. 🤔Stay safe. Respect
Really nice playing, Baxter!!
Love it!! I might have gave the final shape up for that neck too!!
@ 1:42, Baxter smiles at the tone he is getting…. This says it all!
Baxter you are such a smooth player I think any guitar you pick up .you would make it sound great ,thanks awesome watch :)
Sometimes it’s hype and marketing and sometimes the gimmicks actually sound that good.
These modern authentics. From 2018-2020 are the real thing. They started thinning the tops in 2021. Adding truss rods. N i think the saddle is thinner too if i remember from reading their specs. Before 2017 or 2018 the specs were quite as exact. Or maybe now they call them the 1937 custom authentic? Idk. But you want the no truss rod and full clone specs with vts. You choose aged or not. Personally i love the idea of seeing the natural finish age with me.
These are instruments to love and spend your life with just as the originals. Truly a heart warming experience to own one of these. Gives us hope again for music.
I'll take the thinner top. Martins ore war guitars constantly measure thinner when you measure them. Also I prefer an adjustable truss rod. Idc if the t bar sounds a hair different. And Indian Rosewood is a thing of beauty with Adirondack. I was never a Madagascar fan. Sorry just wasn't.
Love that guitar voice! Had one, had to trade it because my wounded fretting hand was getting to where I couldn't play for long w/o hand cramping. Empire Music has similar Martin Customs With an adjustable truss rod. There IS a truss rod in the authentic, it's not adjustable, it is a lollipop it you look at it. Thanks Baxter
There are no states that have a relative humidity of 50% year round...
So...when acquiring an acoustic instrument, figure in a humidifier/ dehumidifier... and a backup system in case one goes out.
Repair is an all around drag😐
D-28 Authentic 1937 (Madagascar) is my dream one, but they're way out of my budget league :)
😎 Thanks Casino ⚓️
Right on.
00f!! thats a grand tone
Oh I want the aged one so bad
so cool
I'm a fan of the non aged honestly. I think it will age better sound wise. Jmo. Either way I have a 000-28 1937 custom authentic, non aged and it's unbelievable. And I was gonna get the dread and always have been q dread guy. But I think the 000s came out better. Specifically because I think EIR works better on smaller guitars
I just posted this in the "Are Acoustics Lame" video but it's worth posting again.
If you like acoustic guitars I recently discovered and have been binge watching is The North American Guitar, they demo really high end guitars played by Carl Miner, the videos are really well recorded and Carl's playing is just great. Some of the older videos have some of Carl's best pieces/playing.
I hope you guys don't mind me plugging another channel here, I figured it should be cool as they don't sell new Martin's or Taylors.
I’m sure posting ONCE to plug another channel is good enough - right?
A lot of us follow Carl Miner and the channel you mentioned. But try to exercise some etiquette and comment regarding what the channel you’re watching.
Once is enough
Twice is too much
I have tried the 1937 Authentics both in the Aged Version and the Regular as well as the 000-28 and the D-28's. They look great, but the action was too high on all 4, and not a lot of saddle to lower the action. The strings were extremely abrasive; therefore, they might feel better with the better strings. I am not a fan of the neck, as my 2005 D-42, is much smoother, and plays better, and actually has a better sound and just as much volume. It could be that the binding on the 42 is smoother. I was hoping or instant love, but it just didn't happen. I may try another example just to be sure. Beautiful guitars, however the "aged" version has too many finish checks to suit me.
It can get very confusing out there. I’m considering getting my first “nice” acoustic guitar and thought I had it narrowed down to a Martin D18 or Gibson J35.
When I looked them up at the local distributors’ websites here and in the used instruments online listings, I got a bit of a shock to see that there are many different varieties of D18 or J35 and a similar variation in price.
The aged version is throat-ier, and that might limit its versatility?
They are beautiful guitars, No argument here about that, but for 8 thousand dollars you can buy a brand new D-18 & D-28, and still have money left over in your pocket for somthing from the Road series or New Streetmaster D-15.
Lovely performance….BRUTALLY interrupted by ads. What is with the ridiculous number of YT ads these days?
Wow!I had no idea that you sold acoustic guitars. Lol
Hey Baxter - Great video man. What song is this you’re playing?
You can do more acoustic stuff. Just saying
How different is the sound and feel from a run of the mill HD-28?
I own an HD28 and have played the aged authentic 28.
They sound very different.
Different construction, tonewoods, etc
very different...worth the extra 2 grand
nice guitar but no trussrod no way jose! will stick to my regular D28, £7999 In the uk too omg.
It has a t bar truss rod which was used back in the 1930s.
It’s better than the adjustable truss rod imo.
What gauge strings are on these guitars?
Hey Baxter, what pick are you using?
nice, what song was that?
Also interested
How can you tell if an aged or reliced guitar is in mint condition? Like the Fender over Baxter's shoulder.
u cant
I can't afford this. How's a Yamaha LL16 for comparison?
Is the Golden Era line a higher level of goodness vs. the Authentic line or vice versa?
Vice versa. And the Golden Era series has been discontinued.
@@Em_Dee_Aitch Thank you.
Is that authentic aged sold ?
No truss rod at all? No Tbar, square bar or ebony?
It has the t bar.
It has a trust rod it's just not adjustable...
What strings and what gauge do you have on these beauties?
They just don't feel right in my hands. I hope it is not representative of all, but the 4 I tried just didn't impress.
Is this really from 1937 or is it a reissue ?
1937 d28 authentic
That’s the model
No it’s not a pre war Martin - but a pretty good replica.
Ain’t no way ever I’m buying a guitar at that price without a truss Rod. That’s insane. Chris Martin does some non-common sensical BS. Like that SC13E - looks like half the guitar was chopped away because he didn’t have enough tonewood.
Lol - he never said it didn’t have a truss rod.
It has a T Bar truss rod just like the original 1937s had.
Steel string guitars HAVE to have some sort of truss rod whether it’s adjustable or not. With out it, he neck would bow within a short amount of time and no way to adjust it.
Martins have had truss rods well before the 1930s.
Use your common sense next time before you accuse Chris Martin of one of the dumbest things possible.
has a truss rod
These guitars are really desirable, I wonder if they would still be as desirable if the losers knew what CF Martin thought about BLM. Lol.
Really? This isn't the place for politics. Especially ones that are completely unfounded.
@@Dub1281 Jesus wept, it was a joke based off yesterdays comment section.
Its a shame that their low end models are so utterly terrible. They shouldnt even sell them, it cheapens the brand as a whole.