I was lucky enough as a child to score a 1967 Martin D-35 Brazilian Rosewood guitar when I was eleven. Knowing how much my father cared for his instruments I too cared for this one. 47 years later I still hold and play it daily. Once you have one of these special pieces of hand crafted art in your hands, you will see when care is taken into building something as beautiful as a Martin guitar others will treasure the hard work put into each one once they play it. There is a reason why Dick and so many others have stayed with Martin for over thirty years, its a company you can be proud of, and a huge part of American history.
@arthurogle7581
4 жыл бұрын
Jim: My lifelong Bluegrass pal Wayne owns a 1968 D35 bought in 1969. I consider his D35 to be the holy grail of Martin guitars. He paid $550.00 for it in 1969. He plays 5 string banjo regularly in our group thereby affording me the chance to play his D35 when I'm not playing bass (my usual task). A few months ago I bought my own Martin. Martin has sold over 2 million guitars since 1833!!!! There are reasons for this. Not the least is the craftsmanship and dedication of the craftsmen and women show in these videos.
@SergeCeyral
10 жыл бұрын
I'm the very proud and happy owner of the #577532 D42 model (25th wedding anniversary gift, from my beloved blonde) and was never disappointed by this faithful pal; i take for granted that this wonderful piece of wood will survive me and rejoice my grandson or granddaughter, if they take the time to serve it the way this guitar deserves. btw, I was lucky to tour into Martin factory 15 yrs ago and was truly impressed by the care all the workers gave to the art pieces they build... Cheerful salutations from France to all, members of the crew, in elm and sycamore sts. plants
@stephenhenion8304
2 жыл бұрын
I am loving this whole series... I was there in May we 2007... within 30 days of the that Lacquer Schedule... I'm sure that I've seen the hands that made my D28 as well... thanks again Martin Guitar 🎶🎵🎶
@pauleanonymous
12 жыл бұрын
This tour is amazing! I feel like every guitar player should watch this tour. I especially want musicians who smash their instruments to see this - the craftsmanship an pure quality put into instruments like these is just astounding. Let all these guitars and wonderful people live long lives!! :)
@heatherkoller5381
3 жыл бұрын
It’s even better in person!!! Given by your own Uncle! 😁😁😁
@softsouthernknight
3 жыл бұрын
You all are essentially fine artists! Good work.
@makemarker
13 жыл бұрын
Wow, so many women that look like typical aunts, mothers working their skills in making these sweet guitars. I would hug them all so dearly for what their work brings to the world.
@heatherkoller5381
3 жыл бұрын
Awwwhh! You’re too sweet! One of them actually IS my aunt! Hahahha...
@heatherkoller5381
3 жыл бұрын
Awwwhh! You’re too sweet! One of them actually IS my aunt! Hahahha...
@makemarker
3 жыл бұрын
@@heatherkoller5381 so cool... They are so great at what they do. A hug to your aunt and family ❤️
@ChizAfterHours
11 жыл бұрын
Martin Guitar...the company of Americans who put love into every guitar made. Its not just making guitars its making Art and possibly part someones life.
@arthurogle7581
4 жыл бұрын
As a wristwatch collector I love to watch craftspeople assembling fine instruments of timekeeping and music. I've watched the 6 parts of this assembly at least 3 times. Wish I could've worked at this craft instead of moving freight and passenger trains millions of miles in 40 years
@MFDReesha
12 жыл бұрын
Beatliful how so many peaple are devoted to their work for so many years... they must love it. Envy to them :)
@thetheoryguy5544
4 жыл бұрын
Filled, Sealed & Drilled now that needs to be on a Martin T shirt 😁
@koolhandvuk
12 жыл бұрын
Ester must love the inlay work being there 34 years....that or the CA glue. LOL!
@gfurstnsu
Жыл бұрын
I’m watching this and playing my 1870s Martin 0-28. It was the largest Martin made in quantity because at the time there were a few 00-28 guitars made. It has the original dove tail joint and real ivory binding and the pyramid bridge and jarring bone binding around the tone-wood. It is amazing that they have been making beautiful guitars with such great tone for so long. Back then they were only making around 250 guitars each year and most were the much smaller size guitars. Of course it has nylon strings like the 1954 Martin 00-28G guitar I am selling because the 1870 guitar has a better tone. Guitar came in the original coffin case that it fits like a glove. As they say a Martin tone improves over time. I have had a 1945 D-18 given to me by my father, a 1935 0-18K, a 1998 HD-28, a 1969 D-35, a 1924 and a 1928 0-18 both of which have very different tones. Finally I still have my 2001 D-45. Each guitar is unique in tone and appearance and I play all of them in the “Live Café” here in Daejeon, South Korea along with my Deering long neck banjo and 1924 Martin style 1 mandolin. You might say I love Martin guitars. Even visited the factory back in 1962 before they moved to have new frets installed under warranty as my father was the original owner of the ‘45 D-18 and the frets were worn wartime issue and not made of lasting materials because of the shortage of durable alloys during war time!
@twtwtw1
11 жыл бұрын
It does. I've taken the tour twice and plan to again. See you there
@heatherkoller5381
3 жыл бұрын
Make sure to ask for Mark! That’s my Uncle!
@Teachering
12 жыл бұрын
Re: Your comment of 10 months ago: Your comment is loving and sensitive. You speak out what so many Martin players feel in their heart.
@mussie302
11 жыл бұрын
That looks like a great place to work! Well, I thought these guitars seemed expensive until I saw how much time and care goes into making them. That amount of care is unusual in today's world. Now, they don't seem expensive at all...
@heatherkoller5381
3 жыл бұрын
Both my aunt (by marriage) and my uncle (moms brother) work at Martin and have for decades. They say they’d never ever want to work anywhere else and or for anyone else. My aunt works in production and my uncle in the custom shop so they’ve got two very different perspectives but have the same answer, they love Martin and everything it stands for. 🙂 and yes, expensive they are but absolutely worth it for what is done to make it from start to finish. Plus, if you’re to ever go and take a tour, every guitar you see (or even in the videos that they’re all working on) have a home to go to!! Martin hasn’t ever just mass produced. Every single guitar is different in its own unique way!
@646627jd
10 ай бұрын
What a Cool job to have. My Dream Job.
@pilafp
12 жыл бұрын
34 years :') that made me so happy considering the economic difficulties and they didnt replace her with a younger, quicker person or anything, its awesome. I wish I could work here.
@vincentboulay5180
4 жыл бұрын
That proves that Martin need experienced people and that is why guitars have a high value
@spitfirekid1
3 жыл бұрын
Dick Boak retired from CFM and is a great Martin historian, artist, and valued friend.
@benperea5681
11 жыл бұрын
Amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@kyoukasuigetsu012
13 жыл бұрын
A guitar player in the Martin Guitar Factory... now that's got to be the easiest and funnest job in the whole wide world!!! ^_^
@ArkRed1
4 жыл бұрын
Thank goodness for CNC machines to do all that labor saving work.
@EnigmaEchoMysteries
12 жыл бұрын
im with you sir, that would be my ultimate dream job!
@Dev9172
10 жыл бұрын
a lot of beautiful hand work . Its why they cost so much . I get it .
@peekukthefrog
11 жыл бұрын
That robot is cool! I love my D42, best guitar I own by a huge shot
@julianopedroso5989
10 жыл бұрын
Martin & co mais do que excelente!!!!!!
@rwr2643
Жыл бұрын
Did martin ever fix the binding problems on their high end guitars , i own a 2015 d 41 only a 5000.00 guitar and the binding is fall of had it repaired twice now . And the martin repair guy in my area also make sure it come back with little more damage after he repair the binding . If your thinking about buying a martin guitar make sure its a model that does not have any binding on it , like the d 15 series.
@carlosalfredobermejo
11 жыл бұрын
beautiful words...!!!
@jeffreymuckey2205
6 жыл бұрын
Do you think there are any runout issues with the grain on a solid neck + headstock vs a 2 piece unit? Very nice work though! I do love the dart!
@inkjob12
3 жыл бұрын
God forbid some grit finds its way on to the Robots polishing wheel....OUCH ! My 00-15m thats on order should be at my door this week....my first Martin.since the 1970's. I had a D-18 that was stolen, along with my National Resonator. Came back from a Bruce Springstine concert only to find my place was broken into....sickening ....so excited to get my 00-15m.
@vincentboulay5180
4 жыл бұрын
Georges has a dream job !
@chrism.4600
4 жыл бұрын
Its interesting to see the steps my HD-28 went through
@manickreations
4 жыл бұрын
Its like they are creating art.....
@carlogargano503
8 жыл бұрын
Beatifoul!
@benperea5681
11 жыл бұрын
I want George's job! (sounds like he is working on Tommy Emmanuel's arrangement of Mona Lisa) :)
@KenjiKitahara
11 жыл бұрын
i can justify buying more guitars now :)
@fleds8517
4 жыл бұрын
Looks like an old folks home?
@chris.pbacon1811
4 жыл бұрын
That's because a lot of the employees have worked there their whole life. Its not like a mcdonalds where kids are hired and quit everyday
@twtwtw1
11 жыл бұрын
I think Clapton sold it at auction?
@seccondclasscitezin
11 жыл бұрын
why dont they put the dart on the d 35
@twtwtw1
11 жыл бұрын
And folks wonder why a Martin costs what it does. I read so many posts bitching about USA guitars as over priced. Good American jobs making great American products. Glad I have two.
@Flosim91
10 жыл бұрын
naytinlieu nope dude,he's tuning it! ;)
@back2thefutre
12 жыл бұрын
I like the employees.
@travisjamesengler
12 жыл бұрын
i want the eric clapton one
@LedWolf7
12 жыл бұрын
12:44 HERE'S JOHNNY!
@elvisromero3402
4 жыл бұрын
Seria Bueno traduzione al Espanol👌🌈🙏🙏🎛️🎧🎸
@6speedsti241
6 жыл бұрын
robots don't call in sick take vacation have medical insurance or retirement long breaks or argue, they get taught once too!!
@twtwtw1
11 жыл бұрын
Sure ,one of his guitars is up on ebay for $20K. Better be hand made
@jessefajardo7238
11 жыл бұрын
steve martin
@naytinlieu
11 жыл бұрын
Is that guy smoking at 13:37?
@heatherkoller5381
3 жыл бұрын
Hhahaha... no. More than likely a pic between his teeth... 🤣🤣🤣
@MrGuitarbike
12 жыл бұрын
I keep thinking these people are filing their nails! I would love this job, but only to do the WHOLE guitar, I get to attached to my work, and doing one thing over and over would be boring.
@heatherkoller5381
3 жыл бұрын
The thing is, you don’t do the same thing redundantly. Yes, you work on the same piece/place of the guitar but each is different in the way the specs are for it. So it’s not like it’d become muscle memory quick or anything like that. - my aunt works in the necks and absolutely loves her job. She’s been there for at least 15 years (just on the neck section). My uncle works in the custom shop... working with specialty guitars for big name artists.
@lexzbuddy
3 жыл бұрын
I don't like the "dart". Looks terrible. Each to their own. I'd rather not have it. My Martin has a couple of blemishes. One on the front to the right of the sound hole... everyone points at it. There is one on the side of the neck at the joint, it's about 3/4" x 1/4" with zero finish. I'd stop patting myself on the back if I were you. I could do better myself. Sorry to burst your bubble. With that said, I love my Martin. Great sound and lovely to play. Best acoustic I've ever played let alone owned.
@gfurstnsu
Жыл бұрын
It is not impossible to fix those blemishes you mention. The lacquer finish is easy to repair, but most think that it is a sign that the guitar is played a great deal. The top blemish is also repairable by any good luthier. Your choice and we are not talking about big money, but usually only cracks in the tone wood are a real issue and loose back braces. Again these can also be fixed. Keep the humidity between 45 and 55 as you know as this will keep the tone wood from cracking.😊
@Dev9172
10 жыл бұрын
At Taylor Guitars a computer sets the NT neck . It is always 100% right . And can be reset in 15 min . No guess work .
@el34glo59
7 жыл бұрын
Dev9172 doesn't sound like a martin though does it
@chris.pbacon1811
4 жыл бұрын
Taylors sound like estebans
@rockycocky3932
12 жыл бұрын
Give me a job please. Im a hard worker and work for cheap.
@fusion2000
12 жыл бұрын
Clearly, you have never played a Martin Custom Shop guitar........your loss..."Most of today's artists play....." Most of today's artists choose and play Martin, and many have custom shop versions, like Lawrence Jubar, Jorma Kaukonen, Steve Earle....
@joaquinsantiagoocejo3895
11 жыл бұрын
it's not that easy
@mikesmithey1892
5 жыл бұрын
Is this guy OCD or is the whole company OCD
@heatherkoller5381
3 жыл бұрын
There’s nothing “OCD” about Martin Guitar. Chris had a vision and brought it to life. It has since stayed that way but also evolved with the times as well. Martin is so much more than a guitar, a name, a person... it’s a way of life.
@mikesmithey1892
5 жыл бұрын
All for nothing it won't make a bit of difference in the sound
@heatherkoller5381
3 жыл бұрын
Uhm, are you stupid?? Ohhhh wait, wait, wait... yeah, you must be. My uncle personally tunes and perfects every guitar before it leaves. So if you wanna get personal, come on.
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