Martin Backpacker

Whats your opinion on this rather unique instrument, have you tried one yet? Not long ago I acquired one through a friend, they're basically designed to meet the needs of musicians on the run, as well as for those impulsive moments when have what seems like a good idea for a song. This guitar has a surprising rich and loud sound for its weight and size, you can basically take it anywhere...

-Joseph, :)

A friend of mine has one. For the money it is a good deal and sounds way kewl.
Alot easier to have around than a jumbo to lug around and use at family outings.

doesn't do much for you if you play bass though. It just lacks sufficent... something.
Otherwise, they're definately cool.

Hi,

I have bought one one on an auction website. Handy instrument. A bit weird also : Need a belt to play unless you accept an akward position when sitting. I have lost a part of the brilliant sonority the day I have changed the strings. I suppose it is because I have mounted coated strings (XL Martin ones) instead of uncoated rusted ones which were installed beforehand. I must try and change B and E for uncoated strings, maybe d'Addario's ?

Has anyone advices to address this problem ?

Thanks.
JFP