Martin DM3MD is it worth it?

Jimithing60089 · Post by **Jimithing60089** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 1:01 am

I have been offered a pretty much mint/excellent condition Martin DM3MD for $4500, I am wondering if you guys think its worth the money? I value any opinion you have.

Brock · Post by **Brock** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 1:04 am

That's gonna be up to you. Can you play it before you buy it to see if you like the sound? Can you afford to spend the extra money for sentimental/investment value?

If I had the money, I'd buy one without a doubt. I love the sound, love the 3-piece back, love the African paduak. It's a gorgeous guitar, both in looks and in sound, and the fact that's a Dave Matthews signature is just icing on the cake. Unfortunately, I can't afford it

a1075dd63aa12 · Post by **a1075dd63aa12** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 1:15 am

not necessarily a bad investment, at the minimum its holds value well, and who knows what it may be worth down the road.

lakerhoc1121 · Post by **lakerhoc1121** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 7:45 am

id do it.......

pjdk28 · Post by **pjdk28** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 8:03 am

umm...why are you hesitating

sunglassesatnight · Post by **sunglassesatnight** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 8:10 am

Um, maybe he's hesitating because it's $4500.
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Do you intend to play the guitar? It would likely be a fantastic investment if you were to maintain its mint condition. But if you're buying it to play it for the long run, the sentimentality and tone, along with its ease of play to you, etc. are most important.

DrumsFoDaSoul · Post by **DrumsFoDaSoul** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 9:16 am

Post some pictures if you can!!

czech · Post by **czech** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 10:43 am

I would get it. if i made more money i would definitely get one at that price. i dont really play any guitar anymore, but it would bea nice memento to have.

Davy28 · Post by **Davy28** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 10:59 am

I bet it sounds like a friggin angel, i'd love to just sit down with one and play Bartender on one, just like the 2003 D&T Shows.

Jimithing60089 · Post by **Jimithing60089** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 2:02 pm

Thanks for the comments, I just wanted to make sure that $4,500 was around what a dm3md should go for, it is in amazing condition barely looks like it has been played so I am definately going to go through with the transaction. I will post pics once it gets here

mlb1399 · Post by **mlb1399** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 2:27 pm

Are you buying it just because it is a Dave model or do you like the sound, feel and look? I'm not knocking anyone for buying something just because Dave has it, likes it or it is his series but you need to make sure you like it.

Jimithing60089 · Post by **Jimithing60089** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 2:29 pm

Honestly I am buying it because I feel it is a better value than the guitar I was going to buy for $2500 which was the Martin D-41, I have had many people tell me how amazing the DM3MD sounds and I am a Davehead so I can't see me not liking it, and also as some of you had said, and I had thought, this guitar can only go up in value and it is in excellent excellent condition so I dont see why I shouldn't get it.

Festivus · Post by **Festivus** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 4:25 pm

I bought one a short while back. Almost had to get rid of it due to some unforeseen canine issues. I was offering 4000 shipped, which I think was an incredible price. I paid 4200. I haven't seen the price jump that much over the past couple months, so your price seems to be about right. I'd check to see what, if anything, has been done to it, and if it was done correctly. Otherwise, the sound a playability are incredible. It's a freakin monster. tHe sound is deep, but the body is light as a feather. It's also a beauty. Not too flashy, the reds are incredible.

The offer still stands. Anyone who's making their way through the Lehigh Valley (PA), and wants to jam and play the DM3MD, drop me a line.

ericwormann · Post by **ericwormann** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 5:08 pm

I wouldn't because i'd probably drop something on it or ding it and destroy the resale value.

mattinbeloit · Post by **mattinbeloit** » Mon Jun 19, 2006 11:22 pm

It is basically a D-35 if you want something to compare it to. I say the price is decent, i have seen these go on ebay for over $5000. I would also say that anytime you want/need to get rid of it you will get what you paid for, most likley more. A good investment none the less.