Martin GPCPA4 Acoustic-Electric Guitar  

I purchased this guitar about 3 months ago and I have to say that I am extremely pleased with it so far.  I own some much more expensive guitars (Martin D-18, Taylor 814-CE, Gibson Hummingbird) and I'm not going to tell you that this one is just as good as the rest.  What I will say is that this is probably the best bang for your buck I have ever seen in an accoustic/electric guitar.  American made solid top, sides, and back for several hundred dollars less than a Taylor 314.  Tone is beautiful and the action is really smooth and it is a dream to play.

I honestly can't figure out how they are able to sell this at its current price point.  I really think that Martin hit a home run with this one.

For this price range, I can't imagine giving this anything less than a perfect rating.  Beautiful construction and exceptional sound.

Without a doubt, I'd say this guitar is hands down the best value for mid range priced guitars.

Overall, as I have stated before, I am very happy with the price and quality of this guitar.  I would rate it extremely close in quality to the Taylor 314 but keep in mind that this one is a completely different animal.  It has that more traditional (yet slightly updated) Martin sound.  One recommendation I would make is that you go and play one in person.  Don't forget to plug it in and get a feel for the electronics.  This is a great instrument and one that I will keep forever.

I like the sound that the solid woods project and the warmth of the tone. The onboard plug-in system in order to meet the growing demand for on board electronics nowadays is a great plus. Solid electronics, great woods, great guitar!

The overall build quality of this piece is absolutely amazing. I've tried other Martin guitars before and this is guitar is another great example of the high standards of Martin Co. and their attention to detail when it comes to putting this guitar together. It is made in the U.S. and you can tell that it is made by hands of people who care about the guitar. I am just amazed at the sound and its overall finish. Definitely a great guitar made from high quality material.

This is the first guitar that I bought and I wasn't sure if I really wanted to spend so much money on a guitar. However after having it for almost two weeks now, I know that it is worth every penny! The build quality, the types of wood used, and just the overall unit makes me proud of the investment I made.

You won't regret buying this guitar. I promise you this. It sounds great. It looks great. Its Grand Performance build is, to me, a great way to build a guitar. Plugged or unplugged, it is just a work of art. Truly a Martin guitar. Don't forget to buy a capo and a couple of picks!!

I purchased this guitar 3 month ago. At first this guitar is very beautiful, umplugged it sounds really nice: the action, the tone, everything ok, but connected I found a big serious problem with the mic: E string didn't sound!!!??? yes, 6th string did not sound at the same lebel as the other 5 strings, how could I play this guitar live with less dbs at the E string?? big trouble, I had to replace the piezo mic with a AG Series from FIshman $ because the original piezo sucks!!!.

I like this guitar very much, but kind of dissapointed because a paid $ on this guitar and it is hard to believe that Martin company couldn't find anything better to put in. Another big trouble is the hardcase, chinnesse made I think, not a good one (handle is terrible), next time I will get a Taylor or gibson, more expensive guitars maybe, but much serious than Martin. Peace!

Bought from Guitar Center recently. Very nice guitar for the money.      Looks like a Taylor but sounds like a Martin. Much better pickup than      expression system. Plugged in to my Bose L1 Compact it really has a good      sound. While the pickup is undersaddle, it works and provides a useable      plugged in tone. Fit and finish is good. Typical Martin. Didn't get the      right case with the guitar. Thanks Guitar Center. Working on a      resolution. This will be a big seller for Martin once people put them in      their hands. It is several hundred dollars cheaper than a Taylor 314CE      which specs are similar.