Been Some Time

[SJS]

It's been a while since the guitar arrived, a 1978 G37, so I thought I would creep out from my lurking position and post something. Wanted to wait for the NGD high to filter out of my system and reassure myself that I was thinking somewhat correctly. When the Guild got here, my main acoustic guitar had been a 1949 Martin D28. After getting the G37 and having it set up (Tusq compensated saddle, Ernie Ball 80/20 12s) I boldly put forth that the Martin would be living in it's case from now on. Probably raised some eyebrows with that one. So... with that said I thought I'd let y'all know that the newness has melted away just a little bit and the Martin is still in the case. Guild RULES!!!

 

[GGJaguar]

But having different guitars is nice for when the mood strikes.

 

[SJS]

But having different guitars is nice for when the mood strikes.

Boy Howdy Shhhh... don't tell anyone around here, but, I still play the Martin

 

[adorshki]

Boy Howdy Shhhh... don't tell anyone around here, but, I still play the Martin

Sometimes y'feel like a nut, sometimes ya don't.

 

[jedzep]

Different or better? All else being equal, I'd imagine you can enjoy both, darker D28 rosewood and whatever the G has (maple?) I've always heard a 'boxey' tone from big bod Guilds, so I'm not a good judge.

Try a new set of Martin Luxe cobalt strings on them and gauge the tone difference. These pricey strings are re-programming my ears.

 

[plaidseason]

It's been a while since the guitar arrived, a 1978 G37, so I thought I would creep out from my lurking position and post something. Wanted to wait for the NGD high to filter out of my system and reassure myself that I was thinking somewhat correctly. When the Guild got here, my main acoustic guitar had been a 1949 Martin D28. After getting the G37 and having it set up (Tusq compensated saddle, Ernie Ball 80/20 12s) I boldly put forth that the Martin would be living in it's case from now on. Probably raised some eyebrows with that one. So... with that said I thought I'd let y'all know that the newness has melted away just a little bit and the Martin is still in the case. Guild RULES!!!

I say it all the time, if I could only own one (factory) dread, it's a Guild arch back. I just love the sound of them.

 

[West R Lee]

It's been a while since the guitar arrived, a 1978 G37, so I thought I would creep out from my lurking position and post something. Wanted to wait for the NGD high to filter out of my system and reassure myself that I was thinking somewhat correctly. When the Guild got here, my main acoustic guitar had been a 1949 Martin D28. After getting the G37 and having it set up (Tusq compensated saddle, Ernie Ball 80/20 12s) I boldly put forth that the Martin would be living in it's case from now on. Probably raised some eyebrows with that one. So... with that said I thought I'd let y'all know that the newness has melted away just a little bit and the Martin is still in the case. Guild RULES!!!

So you've waited 45 years to post something? Just kidding. I have a very deep love for the D30, and essentially, the G37 is the same guitar. Enjoy.

West

 

[chazmo]

https://letstalkguild.com/ltg/index.php?attachments/pxl_20230730_005114588-2-jpg.65786/

Are you saying that guitar on the left is a Martin D-28? I've never seen one with such an ornate headstock and fingerboard! You sure it's not a D-42 or a D-45?

 

[SJS]

Are you saying that guitar on the left is a Martin D-28? I've never seen one with such an ornate headstock and fingerboard! You sure it's not a D-42 or a D-45?

I am positive. The foo foo of the 45 is a conversion Martin did. It's a 28 because the 45 wasn't made until later.

 

[chazmo]

Very nice, SJS!

 

[Br1ck]

Well, I just had the new high dissipate eight months after buying my Santa Cruz, and the review would be pretty much the same. But I've been playing my 70 D 35 quite a bit now, and that is a good thing. They are very different as is my Martin D 35 and my 65 Texan, but I doubt I'll go back to my one at a time in sequence method I've adopted the last few years. The Santa Cruz will get 75% use for the foreseeable future. I don't think I've reached equilibrium yet either. I'm always glad to hear someone get a guitar that works for them. Enjoy.