"From what I understand (I have an MMV) the bracing is all the same which is why the sound is so similar. The MMV doesn't have the frilly mother-of-pearl rosette inlay. The machine head may be a less expensive model as well. I just know that…"
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What is that guitar?
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Ok any American Idol fans or even casual watchers out there? Every week the remaining contestants preview their possible song choices in a studio in front of the weekly mentors. There is always a…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jud Hair Apr 20, 2012.
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Mike Bishop replied to Craig MC's discussion D-28 vs MMV vs D-16RGT explanation? in the group Martin OwnersMike Bishop replied to lauren's discussion iPad Apps for practicing and performing with others in the group iPad Apps & Accessories for Music Making"Take a look at the iRiffport fBy PocketLabWorks for input to the iPad. I hear the iRig sucks but the iRiffport is vey nice. It has headphone output as well as aux out for powered speakers."
Mike Bishop replied to Jud Hair's discussion Martin MMV models ... in the group Martin Owners"Phil, see post below. It didn't reply in the right place."
Mike Bishop replied to Jud Hair's discussion Martin MMV models ... in the group Martin Owners"Honestly I have not yet plugged in to a real amp. I'm playing through my iPad with a iRiffport and my iPad speaker dock. Needless to say it would not be fair to the Zager to even comment at this point LOL. But, I really like the ZAD20E. I got…"
Mike Bishop replied to Gary's discussion The most expensive mistake or the best decision in my life? in the group Martin Owners"There is another thread on this site you might find interesting. It's about the Martin MMV. For all intents and purposes it is a D28 without the price tag. I posted a couple comments over there. I love mine.I just wish it had a wider nut. I had…"
Mike Bishop replied to Jud Hair's discussion Martin MMV models ... in the group Martin Owners"I posted in this thread a while back and commented about the nut width on my MMV. I've had a burr under my saddle for another guitar for a while now and an electric at that and was bound and determined to get one with a 1 3/4 nut. Well I…"
Mike Bishop replied to Joe Zagerman's discussion My Martin Guitars in the group Martin Owners"Dude, don't bogart those Martins. Pick any two and send to me. Truthfully I haven't played enough Martins to know what I like. The first I ever played and loved was a D28 back in 1970. I never picked one up again until two years ago when I…"
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iPad Apps & Accessories for Music Making
Idea exchange, product reviews, questions and thoughts about iPad apps and related accessories for making, storing, sharing and performing music.
Mike Bishop commented on Wes Wilson's group Dallas/Ft. Worth Pickers"Hello fellow D/FW pickers! I'm in Irving (Las Colinas) and have been playing for over 40 years. I bought my long sought after Martin almost two years ago and regret I waited so long. I am enjoying playing now more than ever before in my life."
Blues Agent replied to Mike Bishop's discussion Ok, THIS group is definitely for me. in the group Old Folkies"Well Mike... welcome to the group.. I joined a day ahead of you... not a lot of action; possibly the "Old" Folkies forget where the site is (just jokin').
cheers... what's your name, again?
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Mike Bishop commented on James Sennett's group Martin Owners"Awesome looking axe. Can I borrow it for say 2-3 years? Oh and maybe throw in the wife to? Haven't had one of those in a while. On second thought, just the guitar. LOL"
Jud Hair replied to Mike Bishop's discussion What is that guitar?"GA3-12 ... $1,150 including tax. "
Mike Bishop replied to Mike Bishop's discussion What is that guitar?"So what is the model number? Dare I ask the price?"
Jud Hair replied to Mike Bishop's discussion What is that guitar?"Crystal Bowersox even played a Seagull during one AI episode. That was kind of cool!"
Jud Hair replied to Mike Bishop's discussion What is that guitar?"Yup! 2-3 more weeks ... (I'd better have the cash ready when it comes in LOL)"
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