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Discussion in 'Acoustic Soundboard' started by LunarSlingShot, Jul 11, 2018 at 4:48 PM.

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  1. LunarSlingShot

    LunarSlingShot Strat-Talker

    Age:
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    100
    May 8, 2018
    Oklahoma
    So happy with my new acoustic that came today! Best sounding acoustic I have owned. Martin DRS2. Part of their Road Series. It’s their most budget friendly solid wood acoustic, but that definitely doesn’t hold it back.

    My buddy and I obtained a weekly gig at a restaurant playing acoustic so I decided I would spring for a much better one than I had. Although not a multiple thousand dollar Martin, I thought this would fit the bill and it totally has!

    I can’t keep my hands off of it besides to write this post. Deep defined sound and a gorgeous guitar to boot.

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    LunarSlingShot, Jul 11, 2018 at 4:48 PM
    LunarSlingShot, Jul 11, 2018 at 4:48 PM
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  2. Cerb

    Cerb Senior Stratmaster

    Age:
    38
    3,790
    Jan 22, 2016
    Sweden
    Very nice! Congratulations!
     
    Cerb, Jul 11, 2018 at 4:52 PM
    Cerb, Jul 11, 2018 at 4:52 PM
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  3. hcski25

    hcski25 Strat-Talker

    112
    Sep 28, 2015
    Boston
    Congrats! It’ll just keep sounding better. I love the thin satin finish on the road series.
     
    hcski25, Jul 11, 2018 at 5:25 PM
    hcski25, Jul 11, 2018 at 5:25 PM
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  4. newplayeroldguy

    newplayeroldguy in the wind

    3,559
    May 12, 2015
    north and east
    I haven't had a case of GAS in awhile- thanks very little for starting another one up
     
    newplayeroldguy, Jul 11, 2018 at 5:26 PM
    newplayeroldguy, Jul 11, 2018 at 5:26 PM
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  5. oatsoda

    oatsoda Puck of Paradox Strat-Talk Supporter

    Age:
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    8,010
    Jul 10, 2011
    The Shack, Nova Scotia
    Looks sweet LSS, and welcome to the Martin family! I really like the grain of the spruce top, and the back is pretty too. I sold my D35, (along with an AC15), to buy an engagement ring, but I still have a 00028 and a 0015M, both awesome guitars. Still have the old backpacker too I guess, though it hasn't been out of the case for a year or more.

    And hey, congrats on the weekly gig too, that's really cool, enjoy it!
     
    oatsoda, Jul 11, 2018 at 5:36 PM
    oatsoda, Jul 11, 2018 at 5:36 PM
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  6. LunarSlingShot

    LunarSlingShot Strat-Talker

    Age:
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    100
    May 8, 2018
    Oklahoma
    Well it looks like I may be sending it back. I love it but unless I’m missing something in the case, the bottom strap button is missing
     
    LunarSlingShot, Jul 11, 2018 at 8:58 PM
    LunarSlingShot, Jul 11, 2018 at 8:58 PM
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  7. LunarSlingShot

    LunarSlingShot Strat-Talker

    Age:
    24
    100
    May 8, 2018
    Oklahoma
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    LunarSlingShot, Jul 11, 2018 at 8:58 PM
    LunarSlingShot, Jul 11, 2018 at 8:58 PM
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  8. The-Kid

    The-Kid Most Honored Senior Member

    Age:
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    6,537
    Feb 15, 2014
    SO CAL USA
    Nice congrats OP.

    Just played one the otherday. Nice piece of kit. One of the better acoustics especially for the price.

    Congrats again OP!!
     
    The-Kid, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:00 PM
    The-Kid, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:00 PM
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  9. The-Kid

    The-Kid Most Honored Senior Member

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    Thats normal. Ask for one and it should get sent if its new. No need to send it back.
     
    The-Kid, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:01 PM
    The-Kid, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:01 PM
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  10. RaySachs

    RaySachs Strat-O-Master Silver Member

    Age:
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    676
    Jun 25, 2017
    Philly area
    Martins ship with the strap button uninstalled - so if you want to stick a pickup jack or something in there you can. There should have been one in the case. If there wasn't, have 'em send you one. Don't send the whole guitar back if you like it!

    BTW, Congrats!!! My first Martin was a Brazillian Rosewood 1968 D28 that I got for about $400-425 back in 1979 - had it until about 10-12 years ago. LOVED that damn thing. Now my second Martin, and probably good for the rest of my life, is an 000-15M, all mahogany pretty much. There's just something about the balance and depth of a Martin that I don't hear / FEEL in other guitars. I love 'em.

    -Ray
     
    RaySachs, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:10 PM
    RaySachs, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:10 PM
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  11. hcski25

    hcski25 Strat-Talker

    112
    Sep 28, 2015
    Boston
    Yeah, I would not send it back just because of that if you like it. Just have them send you a new one. It's been a while since I messed with mine, but I believe you just push it in.
     
    hcski25, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:12 PM
    hcski25, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:12 PM
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  12. Paperback Rocker

    Paperback Rocker Nitro-mancer Strat-Talk Supporter

    8,679
    Sep 18, 2014
    Victoria TX
    Congrats, gotta love a Martin.

    Where you at in Oklahoma, Lunar? I grew up in Cordell and went to college at OU and SWOSU.
     
    Paperback Rocker, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:13 PM
    Paperback Rocker, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:13 PM
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  13. LunarSlingShot

    LunarSlingShot Strat-Talker

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    100
    May 8, 2018
    Oklahoma
    I grew up in the small town of Piedmont just NW of OKC. I live just in the city now (OKC). City life is different from the country but it’s convenient for work
     
    LunarSlingShot, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:22 PM
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  14. Paperback Rocker

    Paperback Rocker Nitro-mancer Strat-Talk Supporter

    8,679
    Sep 18, 2014
    Victoria TX
    You don't have to tell me where Piedmont is! ;)

    Glad to know ya
     
    Paperback Rocker, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:33 PM
    Paperback Rocker, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:33 PM
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  15. Silvercrow

    Silvercrow Senior Stratmaster

    1,379
    Nov 6, 2014
    Bucks County, Pa.
    What @RaySachs said: they ship without the button installed- although I think its more for safety purposes- in case the guitar would get a jolt on the tail end in shipping; less likely to develop a crack.

    If it's not in the case Martin WILL send you another (or your dealer).

    My BEST Martin was a D18 SS (Short Scale: 24.5") LOVED that guitar. Taken from me in 2011- from my car. I've also owned a D28H, but liked the D18 better.

    Don't let the lower dollar amount be an issue- what COUNTS is the sound / tone and Martin wrote the book on acoustic guitars!

    BEST WISHES with that beauty! I love the way the shoulders are more rounded- love that look!

    Brian
     
    Silvercrow, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:40 PM
    Silvercrow, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:40 PM
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  16. mikej89

    mikej89 Senior Stratmaster

    Age:
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    1,348
    May 12, 2016
    River Falls, WI
    Be careful with the booming bass on that thing! :D
     
    mikej89, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:46 PM
    mikej89, Jul 11, 2018 at 9:46 PM
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  17. LunarSlingShot

    LunarSlingShot Strat-Talker

    Age:
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    100
    May 8, 2018
    Oklahoma
    Heck yeah! I found the strap pin, installed it and I’m keeping it! Jammed with it with a buddy today and really felt it. Inspired me to play and that’s what it’s all about
     
    LunarSlingShot, Jul 11, 2018 at 10:06 PM
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  18. LunarSlingShot

    LunarSlingShot Strat-Talker

    Age:
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    100
    May 8, 2018
    Oklahoma
    Glad to know you too! Even if the college you went to was a little too Crimson and not enough Orange and Black :)
     
    LunarSlingShot, Jul 11, 2018 at 11:47 PM
    LunarSlingShot, Jul 11, 2018 at 11:47 PM
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  19. shovelmike

    shovelmike Senior Stratmaster

    2,508
    Sep 26, 2013
    Missouri
    Congrats and happy NGD, LunarSlingShot. That is a gorgeous guitar.
    And congrats on the weekly gig.
     
    shovelmike, Jul 12, 2018 at 6:43 AM
    shovelmike, Jul 12, 2018 at 6:43 AM
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  20. Mr Hockey

    Mr Hockey Strat-Talker

    108
    Aug 20, 2014
    Kennesaw , GA
    Great looking guitar. I had a DRS 2 a few years back and I thought it was a nice guitar. Enjoy and have fun.
     
    Mr Hockey, Jul 15, 2018 at 5:59 PM
    Mr Hockey, Jul 15, 2018 at 5:59 PM
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