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Best Martin Guitar Premium Acoustic Guitars 2026

Premium Martin Guitar premium acoustic guitars - legendary tone and craftsmanship

Last updated: January 7, 2026 • Next update: January 14, 2026

PRICE RANGES: Under $5,000
SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced
GENRES & STYLES: For Professional Recording For Live Performance For Studio Work For Investment For Serious Players For Collector Items
BRANDS: Martin Guitar Taylor Lakewood
Martin Guitar OM-21 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#1

Martin Guitar OM-21

by Martin Guitar
Professional Recording Live Performance Collector Items
Key Feature:
• Superior tone and projection
✓ PROS
  • • Exceptional playability
  • • Professional appointments
✗ CONS
  • • May be overkill for beginners
  • • Insurance considerations

Martin Guitar OM-21Acoustic GuitarDesign: OMTop: Solid spruceBack and sides: RosewoodNeck: MahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 5.0/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 556171
$4,068
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Martin Guitar OM Biosphere - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#2

Martin Guitar OM Biosphere

by Martin Guitar
Professional Recording Live Performance Studio Work
Key Feature:
• Superior tone and projection
✓ PROS
  • • Exceptional playability
  • • Superior tone and projection
✗ CONS
  • • Can be intimidating to play
  • • Requires careful maintenance

Martin Guitar OM BiosphereAcoustic GuitarStyle: OMTop: solid spruceBack and sides: SapeleNeck: MahoganyFingerboard:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (41 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 563919
$3,189
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Martin Guitar D41 Ambertone - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#3

Martin Guitar D41 Ambertone

by Martin Guitar
Investment Professional Recording Serious Players
Key Feature:
• Exceptional playability
✓ PROS
  • • Highest quality materials and craftsmanship
  • • Investment-grade instruments
✗ CONS
  • • May be overkill for beginners
  • • Requires careful maintenance

Martin Guitar D41 AmbertoneSteel-String Guitar2025 modelType: DreadnoughtTop: Solid spruceBack and sides: RosewoodNeck:...

⭐ 4.9/5 (34 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 606024
$7,864
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar OM28E LRB - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#4

Martin Guitar OM28E LRB

by Martin Guitar
Serious Players Professional Recording Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Professional appointments
✓ PROS
  • • Professional appointments
  • • Investment-grade instruments
✗ CONS
  • • Very high price point
  • • Requires careful maintenance

Martin Guitar OM28E LRBSteel-String Guitar with Pickup2025 ModelStyle: OMTop: Spruce solidBack and sides: Solid...

⭐ 4.4/5 (8 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 606106
$5,169
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar D41 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#5

Martin Guitar D41

by Martin Guitar
Studio Work Investment Professional Recording
Key Feature:
• Highest quality materials and craftsmanship
✓ PROS
  • • Investment-grade instruments
  • • Highest quality materials and craftsmanship
✗ CONS
  • • Insurance considerations
  • • May be overkill for beginners

Martin Guitar D41Steel-String Guitar2025 modelType: DreadnoughtTop: Solid spruceBack and sides: RosewoodNeck:...

⭐ 4.4/5 (47 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 606014
$7,578
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar D-41 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#6

Martin Guitar D-41

by Martin Guitar
Studio Work Professional Recording Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Investment-grade instruments
✓ PROS
  • • Exceptional playability
  • • Professional appointments
✗ CONS
  • • Insurance considerations
  • • Can be intimidating to play

Martin Guitar D41Acoustic GuitarStyle: DreadnoughtTop: solid spruceBack and sides: RosewoodNeck: MahoganyHeadstock:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (31 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 556336
$6,049
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar SC-28E - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#7

Martin Guitar SC-28E

by Martin Guitar
Live Performance Serious Players Professional Recording
Key Feature:
• Highest quality materials and craftsmanship
✓ PROS
  • • Exceptional playability
  • • Professional appointments
✗ CONS
  • • Requires careful maintenance
  • • Very high price point

Martin Guitar SC-28EAcoustic Guitar with PickupStyle: S-13 fret with cutawayTop: solid spruceBack and sides: solid...

⭐ 4.5/5 (55 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 580724
$5,499
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar OM28 Sunburst LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#8

Martin Guitar OM28 Sunburst LH

by Martin Guitar
Investment Collector Items Professional Recording
Key Feature:
• Exceptional playability
✓ PROS
  • • Exceptional playability
  • • Investment-grade instruments
✗ CONS
  • • Insurance considerations
  • • Requires careful maintenance

Martin Guitar OM28 Sunburst LHSteel-String Guitar2025 modelLeft-handed modelType: OMTop: Solid spruceBack and sides:...

⭐ 4.5/5 (51 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 605631
$5,279
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Martin Guitar SC-18E - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#9

Martin Guitar SC-18E

by Martin Guitar
Collector Items Investment Serious Players
Key Feature:
• Exceptional playability
✓ PROS
  • • Professional appointments
  • • Investment-grade instruments
✗ CONS
  • • May be overkill for beginners
  • • Very high price point

Martin Guitar SC-18EAcoustic Guitar with PickupStyle: S-13 fret with cutawayTop: solid spruceBack and sides: solid...

⭐ 4.5/5 (17 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 580716
$4,949
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar OM45 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#10

Martin Guitar OM45

by Martin Guitar
Professional Recording Collector Items Investment
Key Feature:
• Professional appointments
✓ PROS
  • • Professional appointments
  • • Investment-grade instruments
✗ CONS
  • • Can be intimidating to play
  • • Very high price point

Martin Guitar OM45Steel-String Guitar2025 ModelType: 000Top: Solid spruceBack and sides: solid rosewoodNeck:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
10/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 605613
$14,079
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar OM 20th Century Ltd - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#11

Martin Guitar OM 20th Century Ltd

by Martin Guitar
Studio Work Serious Players Collector Items
Key Feature:
• Highest quality materials and craftsmanship
✓ PROS
  • • Investment-grade instruments
  • • Professional appointments
✗ CONS
  • • May be overkill for beginners
  • • Very high price point

Martin Guitar OM 20th Century LtdAcoustic GuitarLimited to 20 pieces worldwideInspired by 20th century Art Deco -...

⭐ 4.8/5 (29 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
8/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 580540
$37,399
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar OM-42 - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#12

Martin Guitar OM-42

by Martin Guitar
Investment Live Performance Studio Work
Key Feature:
• Superior tone and projection
✓ PROS
  • • Exceptional playability
  • • Highest quality materials and craftsmanship
✗ CONS
  • • Requires careful maintenance
  • • Can be intimidating to play

Martin Guitar OM-42Steel-String GuitarStyle: OrchestraTop: Solid SpruceBack and sides: RosewoodNeck: MahoganyHeadstock:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (42 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
9/10
Value:
6/10
Art. 556375
$8,799
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar OM28E - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#13

Martin Guitar OM28E

by Martin Guitar
Collector Items Investment Serious Players
Key Feature:
• Investment-grade instruments
✓ PROS
  • • Exceptional playability
  • • Investment-grade instruments
✗ CONS
  • • May be overkill for beginners
  • • Insurance considerations

Martin Guitar OM28ESteel-String Guitar with Pickup2025 ModelType: OMTop: Solid spruceBack and sides: Solid...

⭐ 4.7/5 (26 reviews)
Sound:
8/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
7/10
Art. 606090
$5,576
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar OM-28 Sunburst - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#14

Martin Guitar OM-28 Sunburst

by Martin Guitar
Collector Items Studio Work Professional Recording
Key Feature:
• Superior tone and projection
✓ PROS
  • • Exceptional playability
  • • Superior tone and projection
✗ CONS
  • • Insurance considerations
  • • Requires careful maintenance

Martin Guitar OM-28 SunburstAcoustic GuitarStyle: OMTop: solid spruceBack and sides: solid rosewoodNeck: selected...

⭐ 4.4/5 (18 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 556328
$4,949
Buy at Thomann View Details
Martin Guitar OM28E LH - Professional Music Instrument Photo
#15

Martin Guitar OM28E LH

by Martin Guitar
Professional Recording Investment Live Performance
Key Feature:
• Superior tone and projection
✓ PROS
  • • Exceptional playability
  • • Highest quality materials and craftsmanship
✗ CONS
  • • Requires careful maintenance
  • • Very high price point

Martin Guitar OM28E LHSteel-String Guitar with Pickup2025 ModelLeft-handed modelType: OMTop: Solid spruceBack and...

⭐ 4.9/5 (39 reviews)
Sound:
9/10
Build:
10/10
Value:
8/10
Art. 606091
$5,576
Buy at Thomann View Details

How to Choose the Best Premium Acoustic Guitars

Budget Planning

  • • Under $200: Entry-level
  • • $200-$500: Intermediate
  • • $500-$1000: Advanced
  • • $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

  • • Sound clarity & tone
  • • Build materials & finish
  • • Hardware durability
  • • Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

  • • Your musical style
  • • Skill level match
  • • Intended use case
  • • Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.
Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.
Higher-priced premium acoustic guitars typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.
Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.
Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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