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Martin Guitars DRS1 Acoustic/Electric Guitar
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Built on traditional styling and legendary Martin tone, the DRS1 acoustic-electric model is the most affordable solid wood model. Constructed with solid mahogany top, back and sides.
Specifications:
Construction: Mortise/Tenon Neck Joint
Body Size: D-14 Fret
Top: Solid Mahogany
Rosette: Single Ring
Top Bracing Pattern: A-Frame
Top Braces: Solid Spruce 5/16''
Back Material: Solid Mahogany
Side Material: Solid Mahogany
Endpiece: Black Boltaron
Neck Material: Rust Stratabond
Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval
Nut Material: White Corian
Headstock: Solid/Standard Taper
Headplate: Indian Rosewood Pattern HPL
Fingerboard Material: Black Richlite
Scale Length: 25.4''
Number Of Frets Clear: 14
Number Of Frets Total: 20
Fingerboard Width At Nut: 1-11/16''
Fingerboard Width At 12th Fret: 2-1/8''
Fingerboard Position Inlays: Style 28 w/ White ABS Dots
Finish Back & Sides: Satin
Finish Top: Satin
Bridge Material: Black Richlite
Bridge Style: Belly
Bridge String Spacing: 2-1/8''
Saddle: 16'' Radius/Compensated/White Tusq
Tuning Machines: Chrome Enclosed w/ Small Buttons
Recommended Strings: Martin SP Lifespan Phosphor Bronze Medium Gauge (MSP7200)
Bridge & End Pins: White w/ Black Dots
Pickguard: Black
Case: 345 Hardshell
Interior Label: Paper Label
Electronics: Fishman Sonitone
Specifications:
Construction: Mortise/Tenon Neck Joint
Body Size: D-14 Fret
Top: Solid Mahogany
Rosette: Single Ring
Top Bracing Pattern: A-Frame
Top Braces: Solid Spruce 5/16''
Back Material: Solid Mahogany
Side Material: Solid Mahogany
Endpiece: Black Boltaron
Neck Material: Rust Stratabond
Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval
Nut Material: White Corian
Headstock: Solid/Standard Taper
Headplate: Indian Rosewood Pattern HPL
Fingerboard Material: Black Richlite
Scale Length: 25.4''
Number Of Frets Clear: 14
Number Of Frets Total: 20
Fingerboard Width At Nut: 1-11/16''
Fingerboard Width At 12th Fret: 2-1/8''
Fingerboard Position Inlays: Style 28 w/ White ABS Dots
Finish Back & Sides: Satin
Finish Top: Satin
Bridge Material: Black Richlite
Bridge Style: Belly
Bridge String Spacing: 2-1/8''
Saddle: 16'' Radius/Compensated/White Tusq
Tuning Machines: Chrome Enclosed w/ Small Buttons
Recommended Strings: Martin SP Lifespan Phosphor Bronze Medium Gauge (MSP7200)
Bridge & End Pins: White w/ Black Dots
Pickguard: Black
Case: 345 Hardshell
Interior Label: Paper Label
Electronics: Fishman Sonitone
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don't hesitate 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Winnipeg (Henderson), Manitoba
Just buy it, it's really good no question about it.
Posted by chris on Sep 27, 2020
Buy it!!! you won't regret it 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Winnipeg (Pembina), Manitoba
Amazing guitar that's all I need to say
Posted by Chris on Apr 26, 2020
Keeps getting better 4 of 4 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Hamilton, Ontario
I have played this guitar almost every day, 5 hours a day, for almost 10 years. Every time I pick it up, it's like the first time. It is aging well, sounding better as it gets older. Extremely sturdy, and not too susceptible to weather. And I still haven't had to have a fret job. Absolutely amazing!
Posted by Jimmy G on Jan 22, 2019
Killer Guitar 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Hamilton, Ontario
This guitar is made to play often and on the road! Bought this guitar and it just plays great and feels great! Played a lot of brands but the DRS1 plays the best.
Posted by Rosario Bellucci on May 19, 2018
Awesome Guitar 3 of 3 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Winnipeg (Pembina), Manitoba
Tried lots of different brands but kept coming back to the DRS1. Amazing sound! Most Martin snobs will disagree but the Mexican Martins are just as good as the American Martin guitars. Would take this over most of the higher end Martins!!
Posted by Ron Gratton on Jun 15, 2017
Best sounding guitar in the price range 0 of 0 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
I bought this guitar a little more than a year ago and it's still so inspiring to play. It cannot be beat at this price point. The DRS-1 has rich, warm tone that we all associate with mahogany and the Richlite fingerboard makes me wish all of my guitars had the same material on them.
This thing is rugged, too. It feels more robust than more expensive models, but it resonates so nicely. It stays in tune under heavy playing and through the long periods that I'm forced to leave it sometimes.
Comes with a really nice hardshell case as well, as if it wasn't already a great deal at around $1000.
Posted by Adam on May 24, 2017
Nothing like a martin 0 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Burlington, Ontario
Just bought this martin, amazing sound and tone.....easy to play.
Posted by Rob on Nov 20, 2016
nice darker toned guitar 1 of 3 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Vancouver, British Columbia
I'm a bass player that needed a six stringer to play for fun and to do some basic chord progressions on and this really fit the bill.
It's a bit pricey but it's a Martin so you are paying for the name and quality in build and fit and finish.
The guitar itself has a pretty dark tone to me, it's not overtly bright but does have some moments of brightness.
A bit on the smaller side and the lack of a cutaway hampers my ability to play some grooves that go higher than the octave though I really couldn't find a better sounding guitar at this price range and or higher unless I put down about 3k to 4k+.
Paid 1k with taxes and was worth every penny. Let's go Mexico! Down with TRUMP!
Posted by Mr.B on Nov 2, 2016
Incredible! 3 of 3 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
This this is great! Yes, it is made from materials that traditionalist would call 'less-than premium', but the Sapele is gorgeous and to be honest, I prefer the Richlite fingerboard to rosewood or ebony. Its so smooth and easy to maintain. I frequently leave this guitar all alone for 2 weeks while away at work and every time I return, it's still in tune.
It's a little light on features and the electronics are very basic, but that's not much to complain about. Comes with a hardshell case that's pretty great as well.
Posted by Adam Younge on Oct 8, 2016
Meets All Expectations 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store New Minas, Nova Scotia
Liked the feel & the sound immediately, and it's becoming my 2nd 'go to' guitar. (My old J 200 will always be # 1). Martin has been a bit confusing with 'solid mahogany' statements, as it's clearly a sapele top (poor man's mahogany?)
Interesting little price change in the past Month, from just over $1000 to just under. I was OK with the medium strings, but have now installed lights & don't really notice a sound change.
Posted by GEORGE FANCEY on Aug 25, 2016
nothing sounds like a martin 4 of 5 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Victoria, British Columbia
this is an excellent acoustic guitar, no need to look any further. Solid wood, quality construction, balanced warm sound, easy playability up the entire neck. Comes with a great hard shell case all for about 700 bucks, no other guitar comes close. This is a great guitar...and the smell!!
Posted by anonymous on Jul 17, 2014
Wow! 4 of 4 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Tried this one out early into my search for a new guitar. I proceeded to try all kinds of guitars in all kinds of price ranges, and just kept coming back to this one. Man, am I ever glad I did. The understated look, the feel, the smell (yes, the smell - seriously), but most importantly - the sound. This is the complete package. And for less than $800 with a hardshell case included? Can't be beat. Period.
Posted by AJ on Apr 24, 2014
Amazing sound and looks 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Edmonton Mayfield, Alberta
I was at a local L&M and just for fun I was trying out the high end guitars. I strummed a few Taylors, Gibsons, and Martins. This one Martin stood out amongst all the rest - it was the DRS1. I almost fell off my stool when I saw the price. I plan to purchase one as soon as I am able.
Posted by Darrin on Oct 16, 2013
Amazing. 3 of 3 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Scarborough, Ontario
Wow what a amazing guitar from Martin. Saw it on their site and it was love at first sight. Took it for a test drive and I was sold instantly. Rich full tone, reliable electronics and great looks all under $1000? Plus a hard case? Stop thinking about it and get one. You won't regret it.
Posted by Josh on Jul 2, 2013
Really Happy 2 of 2 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
After playing for 20 years, I was ready to step up to an intermediate/high end guitar. After trying out everything I could get my hands on I could not justify paying the extra for a J-45 or an American Martin above the DR-S1. This guitar sounds amazing, with deep rich tone that really vibrates. Very durable as well. Holds tuning even after much heavy strumming.
Couldn't be happier with my purchase. Plugged it in a few times and was impressed by the pickup as well.
Posted by anonymous on Jun 17, 2013
Love it 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
Great guitar, was going to buy a J-45 but liked this guitar at a third the price.
Excellent buy, comes with hardshell Martin case.
Posted by anonymous on Jun 14, 2013
a beautiful guitar 1 of 1 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Vancouver, British Columbia
This guitar is an amazing value for the money. Deep rich bass and a smooth balanced sound across all of the strings. I've tried many acoustics and Martin ends up being the best sounding, best playing guitar at a realistic price point. Plus...it smells great! You will not be disappointed.
Posted by anonymous on May 9, 2013
beautiful tone 4 of 4 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
I tried a few other guitars , up to two thousand dollars and the drs1 was most impressive. wonderful tone and playability.
Posted by jim cassidy on Jan 8, 2013
DRS1...YES! 3 of 3 customers found this review helpful
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Closest Store Mississauga, Ontario
Awesome guitar for a low price. Sounds like a Martin is expected to...deep lows...beautiful highs and penetrating mids. Fingerpicked or strummed this guitar is a real winner. Great projection and sounds natural plugged in. If you can get your hands on one you will not want to let it go!
Posted by anonymous on Jul 17, 2011
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