Martin Steel-String Backpacker Acoustic Guitar
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Built for portable durability . . . and great sound.
Don't let the diminutive size of the Martin Backpacker Acoustic Guitar fool you. A braced, solid tonewood top with a solid mahogany neck, back, and sides gives this cool little guitar a surprisingly big projection. Built to withstand the rigors of camping, hiking, and off-road traveling. Includes high-quality chrome-enclosed tuners. Weighs less than 2-1/2 lb. Includes padded gig bag.
Features
- Solid top
- Mahogany neck, back and sides
- Enclosed chrome tuners
- Lightweight, small size
Who says you can't take it with you? Put it in the cart.
Review Snapshot®
by PowerReviews(based on 68 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
92%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Fun to play (9)
- Good feel (8)
- Stays in tune (7)
- Consistent (4)
- Good audio (3)
Cons
Best Uses
- Practicing (5)
- Jamming (4)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (9)
Most Liked Positive Review
A Gypsies Must
Buy a bone nut, and use your head. This little guy is a talk box. It can and will teach you more comfortable ways to play and find your voice in guitar. The ...Read complete review
Buy a bone nut, and use your head. This little guy is a talk box. It can and will teach you more comfortable ways to play and find your voice in guitar. The stock specs are a quirky at best but this is an impressively durable and affordable 6 string. The gig bag is a joke but it's rarely necessary. I play with a 3 peice in the the rockies and with a golden gate thumbpick there's not stopping the cigar box sound. Not only has it lasted the odd weather changes out here, but with thick bronze strings it sounds great. It's stayed true to intonation, even after 2 years now of Django thumping and Grisman grinding. I love it. Best guitar that ever happened to me..
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Most Liked Negative Review
...give it a chance...
I like the full fat neck and I think it sounds interesting. It's different. I dont care for the high action and it is a little too top heavy, but that's what the strap...Read complete review
I like the full fat neck and I think it sounds interesting. It's different. I dont care for the high action and it is a little too top heavy, but that's what the strap is for I guess.
This thing is funny," I read the 50/50 reviews and decided to give it a try. Took it out of the box and I was like ""What?!?"" But I decided to give it a chance. Grab a cold beer from the fridge", take your backpacker and go outside on the back porch. Yeah, it's top heavy. Yeah, you've got to use the strap. Yeah, the action is a little high. No, it doesn't sound like a full sized guitar, but for some reason I love it. It was easy to get used to. You rest your arm on the back to balance it out. It's actually quite comfortable to play once you get used to it. I've got to say, it's been a blast so far. I find myself plucking on it all day. Took it work for lunch time shows.
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Pros
- Consistent
- Fun To Play
- Good Feel
- Stays In Tune
Cons
Best Uses
- Play In The Car
Comments about Martin Steel-String Backpacker Acoustic Guitar:
I borrowed an older 1990s model and kind of liked it, but it had a very thick neck right where it transitioned to the headstock. It made it difficult to play chords near the nut. Anyway, I bought one because I liked the size. I was happily surprised that the new one has a completely different headstock transition and it plays much better down there. This is a fun guitar you can play in a car with a center console. It is what it is.
Pros
- Consistent
- Fun To Play
- Good Feel
- Great For Camping
- Stays In Tune
Cons
- NONE
Best Uses
Comments about Martin Steel-String Backpacker Acoustic Guitar:
I did a lot of research before buying this little guitar, and Martin really delivers in terms of form and function. It stays in tune, sounds decent for the size, and is portable enough to take anywhere. Well worth the money. Wish I'd bought one long before now.
Pros
- Fun To Play
- Good Feel
- Rich Sound
- Stays In Tune
Cons
Best Uses
- Hotel Rooms
Comments about Martin Steel-String Backpacker Acoustic Guitar:
I am a Gibson guy, but I wouldn't want to take one on a plane. I wouldn't want to have to pay for another seat or risk checking for carousel delivery. This Martin fit in the first class closet, no questions asked, even though I was in economy. Plays just fine and I didn't miss the full body of a typical acoustic/electric -acoustic. Loosen the strings before flying, and only use extra lights.
Pros
- Feels Solid
- Fun To Play
- Stays In Tune
Cons
- Top Heavy
Best Uses
- Camping
- Jamming
Comments about Martin Steel-String Backpacker Acoustic Guitar:
Super cool, feels like it's good quality. It is top heavy though and hard to play without a strap.
Pros
- Consistent
- Fun To Play
- Good Feel
- Stays In Tune
Cons
Best Uses
- Jamming
- Practicing
Comments about Martin Steel-String Backpacker Acoustic Guitar:
Outstanding customer service. The first backpacker we ordered did not arrive. Once aware, you immediately sent another that arrived within a week. (under the extended warranty plan). Our son loves it! It is perfect for those living in small quarters. Thanks for the great service!!
Pros
- Easy To Carry Light
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Martin Steel-String Backpacker Acoustic Guitar:
Why I bought, perfect travel guitar with great sound
Pros
- Fun To Play
- Good Feel
- Rich Sound
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Martin Steel-String Backpacker Acoustic Guitar:
I bought this guitar for my father-in-law. He LOVED it! He was able to easily tune it and play it right away at our Christmas celebration. I couldn't be happier with Musician's Friend and he couldn't be happier with his new backpacker!
Pros
- Fun To Play
- Good Feel
Cons
Best Uses
- Practicing
- Small Venues
Comments about Martin Steel-String Backpacker Acoustic Guitar:
I had one before, when they first came out, and I wasn't impressed with the action. I liked the sound, but it made my fingers really sore compared to other guitars. I had to sell it when I was low on cash, and just now finally got around to replacing it. I have to say, this new one plays much nicer. I'm still woefully out of practice just like before, but I played a good 30 minutes and still wasn't sore. I'm very happy with both the feel and sound of this one. I very much enjoy playing it.
Pros
- Consistent
- Fun To Play
- Good Feel
- Stays In Tune
Cons
- No Cons
Best Uses
- Jamming
- Practicing
Comments about Martin Steel-String Backpacker Acoustic Guitar:
Been wanting this guitar for a long time, and now that I have it am not disappointed. It's a Martin and everything about it says Martin.
Plays and sounds great, not a full size sound but none the less sounds great, and stays in tune.
Pros
- Clear Crisp Sound
- Rich Sound
Cons
- Top Heavy
Best Uses
- Jamming With Friends
- Learning
- Practicing
Comments about Martin Steel-String Backpacker Acoustic Guitar:
At first, this guitar was annoying to play. Being top heavy, it tended roll outward to the flat position (like a steal guitar). To rectify this, I tightened the strap and pulled it high on my chest. It was kind of awkward at first, but soon I was used to it and now it is comfortable.
The sound is rich and the action is good. Right now, I am working on perfecting the E and A shape bar chords, and they are much easier on this than on my Washburn D-100 that I own in the States.
For someone overseas with little personal space and/or travels around a lot, I would recommend this guitar. Otherwise, get a full-size guitar.
