AudioFuMartin Guitar D35 LH
Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars
$5,040€4,498Check ↗
Brand profile · USA, est. 1833
Martin Guitar
C.F. Martin & Company, more commonly known as Martin Guitar, is an American institution in the world of stringed instruments. Established in 1833, the company has cultivated a reputation for unparalleled craftsmanship, tone, and enduring quality, becoming synonymous with the quintessential dreadnought acoustic guitar. Martin's instruments have shaped popular music for generations, influencing countless artists and defining the sound of bluegrass, folk, and country music.
Dreadnought acoustic guitarsX-bracing system000-size acoustic guitarsHigh-end, historically significant modelsUkulele line
1833founded
USAcountry
311products in stock
$537–$168kprice range
Martin Guitar in the charts
Every chart where Martin Guitar has five or more models — ranked by the AudioFu Index inside each.
Best Martin Guitar dreadnought acoustic guitars
98 models$839 – $168,079Best Martin Guitar 0/00/000 acoustic guitars
68 models$772 – $22,411Best Martin Guitar lefthanded acoustic guitars
53 models$839 – $8,067Best Martin Guitar folk acoustic guitars
18 models$1,342 – $5,154Best Martin Guitar premium acoustic guitars
17 models$4,224 – $38,099Best Martin Guitar tenor ukuleles
7 models$649 – $2,520Best Martin Guitar 12-String acoustic guitars
7 models$985 – $5,243Best Martin Guitar signature acoustic guitars
6 models$1,523 – $6,386
98 models$839 – $168,079Best Martin Guitar 0/00/000 acoustic guitars
68 models$772 – $22,411Best Martin Guitar lefthanded acoustic guitars
53 models$839 – $8,067Best Martin Guitar folk acoustic guitars
18 models$1,342 – $5,154Best Martin Guitar premium acoustic guitars
17 models$4,224 – $38,099Best Martin Guitar tenor ukuleles
7 models$649 – $2,520Best Martin Guitar 12-String acoustic guitars
7 models$985 – $5,243Best Martin Guitar signature acoustic guitars
6 models$1,523 – $6,386
All 311 Martin Guitar products
Sorted by AudioFu Index — the strongest models of every category first. Page 2 of 7.
Martin Guitar D35 Ambertone LH
Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars
$5,389€4,809Check ↗
Martin Guitar OM45
Premium Acoustic Guitars
$11,195€9,990Check ↗
Martin Guitar D18 Sunburst
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$4,481€3,999Check ↗
Martin Guitar D18 Ambertone
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$4,481€3,999Check ↗
Martin Guitar OM-45 John Mayer 20th Anniv.
0/00/000 Acoustic Guitars
$22,411€19,999Check ↗
Martin Guitar D-18 Authentic 1937 Aged
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$11,083€9,890Check ↗
Martin Guitar D18 Authentic 1937
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$8,842€7,890Check ↗
Martin Guitar D-18 Modern Deluxe
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$4,816€4,298Check ↗
Martin Guitar OMJM John Mayer Lefthand
Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars
$4,817€4,299Check ↗
Martin Guitar D-18 1955 CFM IV 70th LH
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$7,003€6,249Check ↗
Martin Guitar D-18 1955 CFM IV 70th
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$7,003€6,249Check ↗
Martin Guitar D18
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$4,201€3,749Check ↗
Martin Guitar D18 Satin
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$3,641€3,249Check ↗
Martin Guitar D18 Satin 1935 Burst LH
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$3,641€3,249Check ↗
Martin Guitar Grand J-16E 12 String
12-String Acoustic Guitars
$3,809€3,399Check ↗
Martin Guitar Grand J-16E 12 string
12-String Acoustic Guitars
$3,249€2,899Check ↗
Martin Guitar HD28E LRB
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$5,602€4,999Check ↗
Martin Guitar D28 Sunburst
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$5,153€4,598Check ↗
Martin Guitar D-28E Modern Deluxe
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$6,722€5,999Check ↗
Martin Guitar T1 Streetmaster Tenor Ukulele
Tenor Ukuleles
$705€629Check ↗
Martin Guitar T1 FSC Tenor Ukulele
Tenor Ukuleles
$649€579Check ↗
Martin Guitar T1K LH Tenor Ukulele
Tenor Ukuleles
$705€629Check ↗
Martin Guitar CEO-11
0/00/000 Acoustic Guitars
$7,833€6,990Check ↗
Martin Guitar T1K Tenor Ukulele
Tenor Ukuleles
$705€629Check ↗
Martin Guitar HD-28
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$4,817€4,299Check ↗
Martin Guitar D-10E Retro Nat LH
Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars
$1,523€1,359Check ↗
Martin Guitar D-X2E Billy Strings LH
Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars
$1,344€1,199Check ↗
Martin Guitar D17
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$2,790€2,490Check ↗
Martin Guitar HD28 Sunburst
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$5,378€4,799Check ↗
Martin Guitar M-6 Johnny Marr
0/00/000 Acoustic Guitars
$6,152€5,490Check ↗
Martin Guitar GPC-16E-01 LH
Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars
$3,081€2,749Check ↗
Martin Guitar D-18E Modern Deluxe
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$5,938€5,299Check ↗
Martin Guitar HD28 Ambertone
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$5,378€4,799Check ↗
Martin Guitar HD28 Sunburst LH
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$5,378€4,799Check ↗
Martin Guitar GPC-16E-01 LH
Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars
$2,800€2,499Check ↗
Martin Guitar SC-13E Modern Mezcal Burst
Folk Acoustic Guitars
$3,025€2,699Check ↗
Martin Guitar SC-13E Modern Nat
Folk Acoustic Guitars
$2,240€1,999Check ↗
Martin Guitar SC-13E Special
Folk Acoustic Guitars
$2,520€2,249Check ↗
Martin Guitar LX1 Life is Good
Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars
$705€629Check ↗
Martin Guitar HD-28 Semiquincentennial
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$10,084€8,999Check ↗
Martin Guitar Custom Shop HD7 HPW
Premium Acoustic Guitars
$11,765€10,499Check ↗
Martin Guitar Custom Shop D Black Walnut
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$4,471€3,990Check ↗
Martin Guitar HD1228
12-String Acoustic Guitars
$5,040€4,498Check ↗
Martin Guitar HD28E
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$5,601€4,998Check ↗
Martin Guitar OM28 Ambertone
Miscellaneous Acoustic Guitars
$5,378€4,799Check ↗
Martin Guitar OM42
Premium Acoustic Guitars
$8,964€7,999Check ↗
Martin Guitar D-28 Modern Deluxe
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
$6,386€5,699Check ↗
Martin Guitar, honestly
What Martin Guitar does well
- Exceptional build quality and longevity
- Rich, resonant, and balanced tonal character
- Wide range of models for diverse playing styles
- Strong resale value due to reputation
- Iconic designs and historical significance
What to watch for
- Premium-priced, limiting accessibility for some
- Can be overly bright for certain playing styles
- Vintage models require specialized care and maintenance
- Newer models sometimes lack vintage character
- Size and weight can be cumbersome for smaller players
Questions about Martin Guitar
Where are Martin Guitar instruments made?
The majority of Martin guitars are handcrafted in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, with some ukulele production taking place in Nogales, Mexico. Certain lines are also produced overseas through carefully monitored partnerships.
Are Martin guitars difficult to repair?
While Martin guitars are built to last, repairs on vintage or premium models often require specialized knowledge and can be expensive due to the use of premium materials and intricate construction techniques.
What is Martin’s X-bracing and why is it important?
X-bracing, patented by Martin in 1916, is a revolutionary bracing pattern that significantly strengthens the soundboard, allowing for greater volume, projection, and tonal complexity – a key element in Martin's signature sound.