Martin 000-15

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$2,099.99

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$2,099.99

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$1,699.00 61 available New

$1,049.00 17 available Used

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$2,099.99

4.5 (12)

$2,099.99

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$2,435.00 $2,399.00 $36.00 · All time low

£1,935.00

Average Price: $1,956

High-end/Boutique

$200

$601+

Price Tier

In the Steel-string Acoustic Guitars category, Martin 000-15 is priced in the High-end/Boutique range. This premium gear is built to very high standards and offers premium features.

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Immerse yourself in the warmth and resonance of the Martin 000-15 acoustic guitar, a beautiful ode to vintage music-making. Crafted with an all-mahogany body, this instrument produces a robust, woody tone that lends a rich, balanced sound to your melodies. Despite its compact size, the 000-15 is capable of generating a surprisingly bold voice, thanks to its solid mahogany top, back, and sides.

The 000-15's design features a stylish morado fingerboard and bridge, providing a striking contrast to the mahogany body. Known for its smoothness and speed, the morado fingerboard is perfect for intricate fingerpicking styles. It's also comfortable for players with smaller hands, courtesy of its 1.75" nut width.

Committed to quality, Martin incorporates premium nickel tuners with butterbean knobs in the 000-15, ensuring excellent tuning stability. These vintage-inspired tuners, along with a dovetail neck joint and mortise and tenon body construction, highlight Martin's dedication to craftsmanship.

As an added bonus, a protective softshell case is included with your purchase of the 000-15, providing essential protection for your instrument during transport and storage.

Key Features:

All-mahogany body for rich, woody tone
Morado fingerboard and bridge, ideal for fingerpicking styles
1.75" nut width, comfortable for players with smaller hands
Premium nickel tuners with butterbean knobs for excellent tuning stability
Dovetail neck joint and mortise and tenon body construction
Includes protective softshell case for transportation and storage

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Martin 15 Series 00015M Acoustic Guitar Demo

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Martin 15 Series: 000-15SM vs 000-15M vs D-15M Comparison

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Martin 000-18 vs 000-15M (Spruce vs Mahogany Top Wood Battle)

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Martin 000-15M vs 00-15M - What's the Difference?

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Resonances of the Martin 000-15m

Nicholas Russell

Martin 000-15 Special Demo & Review

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2015 Martin 000 15 Mahogany

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Martin 000-15 mahogany Demo

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Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Martin 000-15.

Setup and maintenance

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Some 000-15 owners experience high E string issues potentially due to nut cutting, suggesting setup adjustments might be necessary for optimal performance.
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Potential buyers are advised to have the neck and frets checked during a setup due to the guitar's used condition.
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Owners recommend replacing Elixir strings with Martin Retro Monel or La Bella silver-plated for improved sound on all-mahogany guitars.
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The 000-15 is compared to the 000-18, highlighting the difference in scale length and tone, with the latter being more expensive in Norway.
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The Guild M-20 is mentioned as a smaller alternative to the 000-15, sharing the all-mahogany build but differing in size preference.
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The Martin 000-15's mahogany top is described as having a mellow tone, lacking the projection and sparkle of a spruce-topped guitar like the Gibson Hummingbird.
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The 000-17 is described as more resonant and well-rounded than the 000-15, with clearer individual notes when strumming due to its scalloped bracing and bone pins.
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The 000-15 is likened to a BMW sedan, with a refined and balanced sound, while Gibson dreadnoughts are compared to diesel trucks for their powerful projection.
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User experience

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Owners frequently mention the 000-15's warm, thick tone, ideal for those who prefer a darker sound profile.
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Owners report that the 000-15's narrow nut can be challenging for some, making the wider nut on the 000-17 a welcome improvement for fingerstyle players.
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Some owners report that the 000-15 opens up significantly over time, enhancing its tonal richness after a few months of regular playing.
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Value and pricing

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In Norway, the 000-15M is priced at $1950 without a case, illustrating regional price variations.
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The 000-17 is noted to be priced significantly higher than the 000-15, leading some owners to consider sales or discounts to justify the upgrade.
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Build quality

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The 000-15M's finish is prone to visible "dandruff" on the headstock, indicating a potential cosmetic maintenance concern.
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The 000-15's finish darkens with use, allowing owners to visually track their playing hours, as seen in the fretboard and body wear.
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Mods and upgrades

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Switching to medium gauge 80/20 bronze strings can enhance volume and brightness to counteract the mahogany's natural mellowness.
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Use cases and applications

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The 000-15 is favored for fingerstyle blues due to its compressed, mid-range focused tone, which differs from the expansive sound of a dreadnought.
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Critic Reviews

Martin 000-15M Guitar Review with A.J. Rodriquez

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The Martin 000-15M guitar shines with its solid mahogany construction and warm, balanced tone, making it a favorite for studio settings and songwriting. A.J. Rodriquez appreciates its comfortable playability and excellent action, though notes the high E-string can occasionally stand out. While it may lack the projection of a Dreadnought for larger venues, its focused sound and aesthetic appeal make it a versatile choice for intimate performances and recording sessions. Overall, the guitar is a great blend of style and functionality, particularly suited for those who appreciate a warmer, more nuanced acoustic sound.

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Martin 000-15M acoustic guitar review | MusicRadar

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The Martin 000-15M acoustic guitar impresses with its simple, yet striking design and exceptional tonal clarity. It boasts a balanced sound profile that complements vocals well, making it a versatile choice for musicians. Its construction features solid mahogany throughout, contributing to its robust and resonant sound. The guitar's playability is enhanced by a well-set action and a slender neck profile, appealing to a wide range of playing styles. Despite lacking decorative frills, it maintains an aesthetic elegance with tasteful details like East Indian rosewood and ebony components. While lacking the sheer power of larger guitars, the 000-15M delivers a refined, articulate sound that impresses across genres. A strong contender for those seeking quality craftsmanship without unnecessary embellishments.

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bernard_brogue

almost 7 years ago

Very versatile.

Beautiful balanced sound. Typical mahogany dark sound, but very well balanced and clear as well. Trying this guitar for the first time it was love at first sight (and ear).

Roles:

Singer Guitarist Composer

Genres:

Rock Folk, World, & Country Jazz

joy_robin_whitley

105

almost 10 years ago

Great sound from a small guitar.

The size makes it great for songwriting in cramped spaces.

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Bonnie 'Prince' Billy

Verified via Photo

Bonnie 'Prince' Billy is frequently seen playing his Martin 000-15 guitar, often covering the brand name during performances, as shown in the user-uploaded photos.

Anaïs Mitchell

Singer, Guitarist

Bonny Light Horseman

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Re-creating the vibe of the style 15 guitar of the 1940s, the all solid wood Martin 000-15 Auditorium Acoustic Guitar has the smaller auditorium body style in genuine mahogany. Dark stain and a satin finish give it a distinctive look. At around the 0:03 mark of this video you can see Anais playing this model of guitar. This is her rplacement for the ill fated Kalamazoo KG-11 she previously used. Nice choice!!

Louis Borlase

Guitarist

Squid

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Used for acoustic parts on Squid's 2025 album, "Cowards".

As a lefty, Borlase has learned to rely on a trusted cast of characters for his guitar sounds, including a Martin 000-15 for the acoustic parts, and his Burns Marquee (strung in Nashville tuning) for songs such as Cowards and Fieldworks I and II.

Bob Forrest

Singer

Thelonious Monster

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bob is using a martin 000-15

Josh Rouse

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Josh Rouse frequently uses his Martin 000-15 acoustic guitar, as seen in various photos and performances over the years, including recent online live stream concerts, as noted by Songkick.

Nate Barcalow

Singer

Finch

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Nate Barcalow used a Martin 000-15 acoustic guitar during his performance of "Letters To You" in an acoustic session hosted by DJ Rossstar, as seen in a video uploaded by YouTube user iggifer.

Langhorne Slim

Guitarist, Singer

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About his 000-15 he says: "For years, I've been a Martin man and recently have fallen in love with smaller-bodied guitars -- this one is sweet as hell and has been a great road companion." - http://www.thebluegrasssituation.com/read/gig-bag-langhorne-slim

Album Usage

The Martin 000-15 has been featured on the following albums:

A Rush of Blood to the Head

Coldplay (2002)

Genre Usage

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