I'm with you on that one, Fruitbat. I play a Takamine G330R and just love it, but someday I want to get a Martin, especially for that bluegrass sound. I prefer the pure, roots sound of the acoustic, because when playing it you can't rely on technology to sound good. You have to do it yourself! Plus, it is so much easier to pick up and play (not to mention transport!) than the electric and all the gear. Don't get me wrong, sometimes I love to plug in and rock out, but with kids and a small apartment, I don't get that opportunity very often.