Originally Posted by: 99quicksilverNew student.

Is one of the Martin DX series guitars (DX-1k DX-1R) a good choice for a beginner?

I have heard that you should buy as good a guitar as you can afford in the beginning.

QS

Pretty much confirming what Doug said. I've always believed that you should get the best instrument you feel that you can comfortably afford. If the Martin does not feel like it is going overboard, then I think you are making a good and comfortable choice. I started out with a 'pro' instrument and my thought was that it made me not have to fight my playing but focus on learning and not have the instrument work against me. It worked...25 years later I still play....and still learn (thanks GT :) ). Moral is, Martin is a good maker and if you are good with the average $500...You and your playing probably won't regret it.