My son told me that this is the model I needed about 5 years ago. A few months later, I bought one. It's a great guitar. As my fingers get stiffer due to the aging process, I play electric guitars more often but I always marvel about how great this guitar is when I play it. Great review of this fine instrument!
Owned a 000M a while ago and recently found a used 000-28 for a stupid price in need of some binding reglued. Work done, setup and cleaned, polished and fretboar/bridge oiled then new 12-48 phosphor bronze d'Addarios. She is a sweet sounding and awesome little instrument. I also play a OMC16e Ovangkol and a D35 as well as some others. Much more comfortable to play than my 'dreads.
I was torn between the 000-28 and 000-18. While I tend to lean towards rosewood guitars, there is something about the mahogany of the 000-18 that won me over. So that’s the one I went with. The 000-18e retro. But both are outstanding.
I Love my HD35 Martin That I bought new in 1979 The sound is amazing and it still looks brand new with the 3 piece Rosewood back and Blonde front it’s a real beauty
I have a Martin OM 21 from 2015. Very similar to the “28.” It is simply the best acoustic guitar I have played. I love Martins! If you haven’t already, I recommend you take their factory tour in Nazareth, PA.
I currently own a modern deluxe 0M 28 w/Sitka with a beautiful book matched Rosewood back and sides. Sounds great. I just recently acquired a new OOOO Martin with Adirondacks top/sinker mahogany back/ sides. Body depth of an OM, like a m36 w/o the 3 piece back., phenomenal sound great overtones, highs and best clarity between the strings on paralleled on any of the guitars that I own. The OMI believe was the first 14 fret guitar made after the 12 fret original drug night. Has a very rich history in the Martin lineup, like you said, super versatile guitar. The best part of this video was your testimony for our Lord and Savior, Christ Jesus. And standing up for him, and being His.
I currently own a 2020 Martin OO-18. I play it daily for about 1 hour easily. It has opened up wonderfully and the Sitka top has turned such a beautiful aged color. It is a fabulous guitar and comfortable to play. Not much smaller than a OOO either.
Had a triple o i bought used around 1994. It was one year old when i bought it. Paid 900 bucks for it. It was practically brand new. no scratches or marks of any kind. Someday ill find another
I played a Brooke Ligertwood 000-28 the other day. I’m a lefty and had to play it upside down. The sound jumps out of it. A great addition to the line. I’m consistently impressed with the 000-28 and the CEO 7
fun fact about the nomenclature an 18, 28, 42, 45. Those numbers come from what they actually cost at when they were introduced. Of course it didn’t take long before prices had to go up, and that was no longer the case, but they stuck with numbering scheme. I actually think an OOO 18 fits in a mix a little better.
I bought a 000-28 today and I’m having an LR Baggs installed. I will get to pick it up in a few days. I’m looking forward to playing it. I have a 1995 SP000-R16 cutaway that will be hard to top though. We’ll see??
Thanks for the great video Brian, and I'm really sorry to be a killjoy, but I don't think you have Wonderwall down just yet-the 2nd chord is a G, not a Cadd9.
Thank you so much for this demo. You don't talk much about the shorter scale length. I am undecided between the 000-28 and the OM-28 with longer scale length. I have mid-sized hands. How would you compare the two guitars?
Scale length affects the tone a lot as well as the feel of the strings. The OM will be brighter and project more. The OOO will have slinkier strings and a warmer tone. The bodies are identical.
Hi, thanks for the review. Would this guitar be suitable as your primary guitar for worship leading at church? Or would you be better off going with the dreadnaught? Thanks.
I’d be really interested to see what you guys think about the Eastman OM’s. They have a ton of budget friendly options compared to Martin and hand built in China. They have a really good reputation but I’d be curious to hear your thoughts and comparison if you get the chance sometime.
We’ve demo’d an Eastman J45 style acoustic on our Worship Tutorials channel. They’re really good. I (Brian) personally really love Eastman guitars - both the acoustics and electrics.
I’m debating on getting a Martin 000-28 or a yairi fym70ce , yairi has a slight skinnier neck width and a hair longer scale , Martin comes plekd while the yairi doesn’t , Hard decision.
Hey this guitar sounds amazing! I did hear buzz when ever the low e string was used however, via sample one. Is that just how the ooo-28 sounds, or maybe a one off?
lol that the exact type of guitar that was my first guitar I still have it and I went to the pawnshop to get a guitar and I saw a Martin and I didn’t know what I was looking at but when I bought it for 100 bucks I found out it was a Martin 000-28 from 1980 and it is in almost perfect condition and then I found out how much it cost to get one normally 😂 I was very blessed to get that guitar.
It might be a dog. There are plenty out there. I've played martins that I wouldn't pay $100 for. Every brand makes some duds that go on the market, and 9 out of 10 guitars spend their lives on a wall or in a closet so it doesn't matter.
Serious question. What type of bone is used? Does it matter? Difference between bone & tusq. I may be way behind the 8 ball but have often wondered. Would appreciate helpful answer. Cheers, John Brisbane Australia. I own a Martin OM1 (2001) It has a solid spanish cedar neck, solid mahogany back & tusq nut & saddle.
Bone is usually cow bone. The unbleached one is supposed to be better. Imho, the best sound for acoustic guitars. One limit : its density can be uneven, which may be an issue with an electro guitar. That's why tusq was developped. Imho if you mainly play acoustic, try bone, if you mainly play electro keep tusq.
As for 'scalloped braces' depends which year. Mine is a 2008 and has straight bracing like that year's D-28. It is an absolutely beautiful guitar, I play mine just about every day. It sounds particularly good with Elixir Nanoweb 12-53s on it too.
I love my 000 28; its a jewel of an intimate instrument. Something easy to grab for guitar fixes all day long. My girl loves going to the synagog with me on Shabis.
@@MayotheMaker The D-35 is a dreadnought and also has different appointments, etc. than the 28 style guitars. If you wanted to compare the 000-28 with a dreadnought, the D-28 would be the most comparable. D, 000, OM, etc. indicates body shape; 28, 18, 35 etc. indicates style.
That’s beautiful!! Amazing tone. I recently got a ceo-7 after a year and a half of waiting since I’m a lefty, but I love it! Not sure if I should put anthem or sl in it though.
I had a CEO-7 for years. I loved that guitar! I’m actually planning to get one again one of these days. I had a full Anthem system in mine, but either one would work great.
Praise our lord Christ Jesus. Love the 000-28 Martin guitar. The only thing I would replace is replace the bone saddle and pins with Fossil walrus Ivory saddle and fossil walrus jawbone bridge pins. I did this change with my Martin O-18. The tonal palette colours,flavors, harmonics, sustain and clarity. I also Installed a LR Baggs Anthem. Love the Martin guitar's.
I love my 000-28 pure and simple. No pick up required!
I recently bought Martin 000-28 Brooke Ligertwood and it is the best acoustic I’ve ever played🫡
I got one too. I definitely prefer the 1 11/16 nut.
Great with the old school Martin Original 80/20 lights.
Best of luck with yours!
My son told me that this is the model I needed about 5 years ago. A few months later, I bought one. It's a great guitar. As my fingers get stiffer due to the aging process, I play electric guitars more often but I always marvel about how great this guitar is when I play it. Great review of this fine instrument!
I have a 2017 00-28 from 2017 and I am grateful everyday I get to play it.
Owned a 000M a while ago and recently found a used 000-28 for a stupid price in need of some binding reglued. Work done, setup and cleaned, polished and fretboar/bridge oiled then new 12-48 phosphor bronze d'Addarios. She is a sweet sounding and awesome little instrument. I also play a OMC16e Ovangkol and a D35 as well as some others. Much more comfortable to play than my 'dreads.
Thank you for honoring our King.
Beautiful martin 000 and name dropping He Lord, that earns a like in my books.
That tone is giving me chills through my cell phone.
That’s high praise!
I was torn between the 000-28 and 000-18. While I tend to lean towards rosewood guitars, there is something about the mahogany of the 000-18 that won me over. So that’s the one I went with. The 000-18e retro. But both are outstanding.
That brings up a good point. I forgot about the 18. I’m going to go play one before I order a 28. I’m curious about the tonal differences.
I Love my HD35 Martin That I bought new in 1979 The sound is amazing and it still looks brand new with the 3 piece Rosewood back and Blonde front it’s a real beauty
I have a Martin OM 21 from 2015. Very similar to the “28.” It is simply the best acoustic guitar I have played. I love Martins! If you haven’t already, I recommend you take their factory tour in Nazareth, PA.
This and the 00015m are my dream guitars
I currently own a modern deluxe 0M 28 w/Sitka with a beautiful book matched Rosewood back and sides. Sounds great. I just recently acquired a new OOOO Martin with Adirondacks top/sinker mahogany back/ sides. Body depth of an OM, like a m36 w/o the 3 piece back., phenomenal sound great overtones, highs and best clarity between the strings on paralleled on any of the guitars that I own. The OMI believe was the first 14 fret guitar made after the 12 fret original drug night. Has a very rich history in the Martin lineup, like you said, super versatile guitar.
The best part of this video was your testimony for our Lord and Savior, Christ Jesus. And standing up for him, and being His.
Miss type, not drug night but dreadnought
I currently own a 2020 Martin OO-18. I play it daily for about 1 hour easily. It has opened up wonderfully and the Sitka top has turned such a beautiful aged color. It is a fabulous guitar and comfortable to play. Not much smaller than a OOO either.
000-28EC adds a little extra, it's amazing
Wonderful guitar! That Orangewood sounds really nice too!
Had a triple o i bought used around 1994. It was one year old when i bought it. Paid 900 bucks for it. It was practically brand new. no scratches or marks of any kind. Someday ill find another
I played a Brooke Ligertwood 000-28 the other day. I’m a lefty and had to play it upside down. The sound jumps out of it. A great addition to the line. I’m consistently impressed with the 000-28 and the CEO 7
Absolutely agree on both points.
I have to agree because my two guitars are a 000-28 and a CEO-7. How's that for a coincidence?
Yes to more acoustic content. I love it all!
I have a 0001-R that I am happy with. Martin stopped making it all a sudden.
fun fact about the nomenclature an 18, 28, 42, 45. Those numbers come from what they actually cost at when they were introduced. Of course it didn’t take long before prices had to go up, and that was no longer the case, but they stuck with numbering scheme. I actually think an OOO 18 fits in a mix a little better.
Martin doesn't build many cut-aways. I love my GPC-16e. It's a 000 size. It sounds rich.
I owned a 000-28 Awesome guitar!
I bought a 000-28 today and I’m having an LR Baggs installed. I will get to pick it up in a few days. I’m looking forward to playing it. I have a 1995 SP000-R16 cutaway that will be hard to top though. We’ll see??
Very helpful video, thanks Brian. p.s. What year is that Martin 000-28? Thanks.
Thanks for the great video Brian, and I'm really sorry to be a killjoy, but I don't think you have Wonderwall down just yet-the 2nd chord is a G, not a Cadd9.
Thank you for acknowledging our lord Jesus in this video! Not many musical channels do, which is a real shame. 😉
Could you let me know which work’s end credits scene you’re referring to? That way, I can help you find the song title more accurately.
Thank you so much for this demo. You don't talk much about the shorter scale length. I am undecided between the 000-28 and the OM-28 with longer scale length. I have mid-sized hands. How would you compare the two guitars?
Scale length affects the tone a lot as well as the feel of the strings. The OM will be brighter and project more. The OOO will have slinkier strings and a warmer tone. The bodies are identical.
Finally, somebody else said what I’ve been thinking… Martin’s are made in Nazareth, Pennsylvania and Jesus was Jesus of Nazareth!!! I love it!
Hi, thanks for the review. Would this guitar be suitable as your primary guitar for worship leading at church? Or would you be better off going with the dreadnaught? Thanks.
I’d be really interested to see what you guys think about the Eastman OM’s. They have a ton of budget friendly options compared to Martin and hand built in China. They have a really good reputation but I’d be curious to hear your thoughts and comparison if you get the chance sometime.
We’ve demo’d an Eastman J45 style acoustic on our Worship Tutorials channel. They’re really good. I (Brian) personally really love Eastman guitars - both the acoustics and electrics.
everyone is different. you'll need to play it.
The orangewood sounds great
Beautiful guitar, wish I could afford it., ❤️🎸.
Amen!
I’m debating on getting a Martin 000-28 or a yairi fym70ce , yairi has a slight skinnier neck width and a hair longer scale , Martin comes plekd while the yairi doesn’t , Hard decision.
Awesome video
Hey this guitar sounds amazing! I did hear buzz when ever the low e string was used however, via sample one. Is that just how the ooo-28 sounds, or maybe a one off?
The truss rod might be loose. Take it back.
Praise the lord !!!
lol that the exact type of guitar that was my first guitar I still have it and I went to the pawnshop to get a guitar and I saw a Martin and I didn’t know what I was looking at but when I bought it for 100 bucks I found out it was a Martin 000-28 from 1980 and it is in almost perfect condition and then I found out how much it cost to get one normally 😂 I was very blessed to get that guitar.
It might be a dog. There are plenty out there. I've played martins that I wouldn't pay $100 for. Every brand makes some duds that go on the market, and 9 out of 10 guitars spend their lives on a wall or in a closet so it doesn't matter.
Serious question. What type of bone is used? Does it matter? Difference between bone & tusq. I may be way behind the 8 ball but have often wondered. Would appreciate helpful answer. Cheers, John Brisbane Australia. I own a Martin OM1 (2001) It has a solid spanish cedar neck, solid mahogany back & tusq nut & saddle.
Bone is usually cow bone. The unbleached one is supposed to be better. Imho, the best sound for acoustic guitars. One limit : its density can be uneven, which may be an issue with an electro guitar. That's why tusq was developped. Imho if you mainly play acoustic, try bone, if you mainly play electro keep tusq.
As for 'scalloped braces' depends which year. Mine is a 2008 and has straight bracing like that year's D-28.
It is an absolutely beautiful guitar, I play mine just about every day. It sounds particularly good with Elixir Nanoweb 12-53s on it too.
Great video! Thank you!
Thanks!
Beautiful guitar, what neck profile does it have ?
I love my 000 28; its a jewel of an intimate instrument. Something easy to grab for guitar fixes all day long. My girl loves going to the synagog with me on Shabis.
D-35 and a 000-28 comparison! For us Martin fans:)
And after that, let’s compare an SUV with a 2 door sedan…
@@aemk6129 I take it you think there’s point in comparing them? Sarcasm aside, why is that?
@@MayotheMaker The D-35 is a dreadnought and also has different appointments, etc. than the 28 style guitars.
If you wanted to compare the 000-28 with a dreadnought, the D-28 would be the most comparable.
D, 000, OM, etc. indicates body shape; 28, 18, 35 etc. indicates style.
what kind of finish on the 000 28? is it nitro?
Have you tried a k&k pure mini pickup?
Yeah I've had several guitars with those pickups installed. In my opinion they're a lot better than a piezo, but not my favorite pickup.
My go to
That’s beautiful!! Amazing tone. I recently got a ceo-7 after a year and a half of waiting since I’m a lefty, but I love it! Not sure if I should put anthem or sl in it though.
I had a CEO-7 for years. I loved that guitar! I’m actually planning to get one again one of these days.
I had a full Anthem system in mine, but either one would work great.
I picked up my CEO-7 three days ago. My other guitar is a 000-28 bought new in 2008.
@@BrianWMay what # is yours:)?
I have a Martin 00028 vintage series. Its the only and last guitar I'll ever own. We were married last month.
See a psychiatrist
The wedding night must’ve been interesting 🤔🤣
I have two 000-28EC's.
Try the Maton EM100 808 MEssiah
Jimmy Buffett says this is his personal favorite giutar - he says it's his "room guitar" - he takes it on the road to play in his hotel room
It’s a good un 👌🏼
Saddle low on that one?
Sigma SOMR-28 хорошая альтернатива данному инструменту, за меньшие деньги.
Some of those Sigmas are as good as a Martin. A good Sigma is better than a bad Martin.
Thank ya baby Jesus
I own a 2006 D - 28.
I'm selling my leg for this next week!
Praise our lord Christ Jesus. Love the 000-28 Martin guitar. The only thing I would replace is replace the bone saddle and pins with Fossil walrus Ivory saddle and fossil walrus jawbone bridge pins. I did this change with my Martin O-18. The tonal palette colours,flavors, harmonics, sustain and clarity. I also Installed a LR Baggs Anthem. Love the Martin guitar's.
Subbed as soon as you announced Jesus 🙌
Our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ! Unashamed!
AAAAAAAAAAAMMMMMMEEEENNN!! 🙌
Clowns 🤡 there is a time and a place for this 💩 😂
Can you stop posting religious content? Hate groups can be bad
@@ramencurry6672 who hurt u?
lol wondereall for the play out had me laughing.
Ha ha, from Nazareth and still dealing in wood products. Jesus is the Best!!!
Need
it's expensive thou, a cheaper 800 dollar Taylor guitar would sound similar to that.I think Taylor guitars have better price and quality.
I thought that Jesus came from Cancun.
you can keep jesus. i'll take a martin.
You need to take your medication.
@@JackKincaid.. lol just magically turn some water into wine for me.
@@Mercutiossword Why don't we meet and talk about it. I'll come to you.
how christlike. pretty sure if i'm wrong and he still exists we're both going to hell lol@@JackKincaid..
What profit a man to gain the whole world (or in your case just a guitar) and lose your soul? Poor choice man.
0:15 and 0:19 etc... clipping like hell! wtf!
haha.. he was not playing a Martin in the beginning.
My 00017 E is my favorite. Please leave your religious briefs out of your videos.
God played a Martin.
OMGuitar 28😂
It sounds terrible but I don' think it's the guitar.
Too many errors.