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Martins & More with Spoon Phillips

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This podcast features the conversation and opinions of musician T Spoon Phillips. A writer by trade, Spoon’s longtime association with professional musicians, luthiers, and music historians affords him a richly unique perspective on all things acoustic guitar. This includes decades of close friendship with executives and employees at C. F. Martin & Company, past and present, and the host of this podcast, Maury Rutch of Maury’s Music.

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This podcast features the conversation and opinions of musician T Spoon Phillips. A writer by trade, Spoon’s longtime association with professional musicians, luthiers, and music historians affords him a richly unique perspective on all things acoustic guitar. This includes decades of close friendship with executives and employees at C. F. Martin & Company, past and present, and the host of this podcast, Maury Rutch of Maury’s Music.

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@maurysmusic

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English

Episodes

History of the Martin OM

3/20/2023
Welcome to the Martins and More PODCAST! Today, we'll be discussing the history of the Martin OM. Martin Guitar has been building Orchestra Model guitars since the 1930s. From the very first OM ever made, to the resurgence of the OM in the 1980s - to the present-day Martin Guitar OM lineup - it's all here in this episode. Did you know at one time, both Maury AND Spoon owned a Martin OM-28VR? Sit back & relax as Maury & Spoon get their OM chat on. This podcast features the conversation and...

Duration:00:56:46

Out-of-Production Martin Guitars

3/13/2023
Welcome to the Martins and More PODCAST! Today, we'll be discussing some of our favorite Martin Guitars that are no longer in production. This topic was suggested by one of our loyal listeners; thank you, Jeff - we appreciate your input! Long-forgotten Martins like the D-18VS, 000-28VS, OM-28 Marquis - these guitars and more, coming right up in this episode. Sit back & relax as Maury & Spoon get their out-of-production Martin Guitar chat on. This podcast features the conversation and...

Duration:00:55:35

10 Best-Selling Martin Guitars

3/6/2023
For today’s Martin Guitar discussion, we'll focus in on the 10 best-selling Martin Guitars at MaurysMusic.com. Maury & Spoon chat about the 10 Martin Guitars that passed through Maury's Music more than any others. Are most of them Dreadnoughts? Are they all rosewood? :) Does Spoon know which models are on the list? Sit back, relax & let's find out together. Big thanks to our friend Jeanie, for the excellent show suggestion! If you’d like more information on any guitars from this episode,...

Duration:00:54:31

Mike Dickinson

2/27/2023
Welcome to the Martins and More PODCAST! Today, we'll be chatting with our pal Mike Dickinson from Martin Guitar. Mike is the wood buyer for C.F. Martin, and he's also heavily involved with the Martin Museum. From his humble beginnings in the sawmill, to his days in customer service & recent stories of jungle adventures - it's all here in this episode. Sit back & relax as Maury & Spoon get their Mike Dickinson chat on. This podcast features the conversation and opinions of musician T Spoon...

Duration:01:13:53

Humidity

2/20/2023
Welcome to the Martins and More PODCAST! Today, we'll be discussing humidity and acoustic guitars. If your guitar is constructed of tonewoods, this episode is for you. Unless you have a carbon fiber instrument, your acoustic guitar needs to be in a healthy environment when it comes to temperature and relative humidity. Too dry, and the wood can crack. Too damp, and the wood can swell. What does it all mean? We'll explain. Sit back & relax as Maury & Spoon get their humidity chat on. This...

Duration:00:40:51

The Martin D-45

2/13/2023
Welcome to the Martins and More PODCAST! Today, we'll be discussing the iconic Martin D-45. From its introduction in the 1930's, its resurrection in the late 60's, and the re-imagining in 2018- the story of the D-45 is a long one - and worth every minute. We'll also ask Maury what it's like to finally own a D-45! Sit back & relax as Maury & Spoon get their D-45 chat on. This podcast features the conversation and opinions of musician T Spoon Phillips. A writer by trade, Spoon's longtime...

Duration:01:01:53

Remembering David Crosby

2/6/2023
Welcome to the Martins and More PODCAST! Today, we'll be discussing the music & legacy of the legendary David Crosby. Maury & Spoon have been huge fans of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young and the recent passing of David Crosby has left a seriously sad void. During this program, Spoon & Maury recollect some great memories & music that would not have been possible if not for the one & only David Crosby. RIP. This podcast features the conversation and opinions of musician T Spoon Phillips. A writer...

Duration:01:09:35

Acoustic Guitar Cleaning & Maintenance

1/30/2023
Welcome to the Martins and More PODCAST! Today, we'll be discussing acoustic guitar cleaning and maintenance. Your acoustic guitar needs regular care & feeding to keep it looking - and playing- its best. Routine setups, polishing & cleaning - it's all here in this episode. Sit back & relax as Maury & Spoon get their guitar care chat on. This podcast features the conversation and opinions of musician T Spoon Phillips. A writer by trade, Spoon's longtime association with professional...

Duration:01:01:47

A Week in the Life of a Music Store Owner

1/23/2023
Welcome to the Martins and More PODCAST! Today, Spoon gets Maury to discuss "a week in the life" of a music store owner. MaurysMusic.com online sales, inventory photographs, guitar setups, YouTube videos, Livestreams - how & when does it all happen? Sit back & relax as Maury & Spoon get their workweek chat on. If you’d like any more information - please contact us today - or visit us online at https://www.maurysmusic.com This podcast features the conversation and opinions of musician T...

Duration:00:45:40

Martin Jumbos

1/16/2023
Welcome to the Martins and More PODCAST! Today we'll be talking about Martin Jumbo guitars. We'll dive into the rich history of the Martin Jumbo & Grand J, discuss the several variations that have been offered over the years, and some interesting history along the way. Sit back & relax as Maury & Spoon get their Martin Jumbo chat on. This podcast features the conversation and opinions of musician T Spoon Phillips. A writer by trade, Spoon's longtime association with professional musicians,...

Duration:00:30:33

The Martin D-28

1/9/2023
Welcome to the Martins and More PODCAST! Today we'll be talking about the legendary Martin D-28. We'll dive into the rich history of this iconic instrument, discuss the several variations that it's gone through over the years, and why it got a makeover before the rest of the standard series. Sit back & relax as Maury & Spoon get their Martin D-28 chat on. This podcast features the conversation and opinions of musician T Spoon Phillips. A writer by trade, Spoon's longtime association with...

Duration:00:39:07

Our Favorite Fingerstyle Albums

1/2/2023
For today's discussion we'll focus on some of our favorite fingerstyle albums. If you're thinking about recording your own fingerstyle album & need the perfect Martin or Blueridge guitar for the task, please contact us today - or visit us online at https://www.maurysmusic.com This podcast features the conversation and opinions of musician T Spoon Phillips. A writer by trade, Spoon's longtime association with professional musicians, luthiers, and music historians affords him a richly unique...

Duration:00:56:50

Tonewoods Part II

12/26/2022
Today we'll continue our discussion on tonewoods. This time, Maury & Spoon will focus on the back & sides of Martin acoustic guitars. You'll learn about Rosewoods, Mahogany, Koa and more … including a couple of fun trivia questions, too. If you’d like more information on Martin or Blueridge guitars made with these tonewoods, please contact us today - or visit us online at https://www.maurysmusic.com This podcast features the conversation and opinions of musician T Spoon Phillips. A writer by...

Duration:00:56:37

Tonewoods

12/19/2022
Today’s discussion will be focused on tonewoods. Maury & Spoon chat about Sitka spruce, Adirondack spruce, Lutz spruce, Mahogany and more … including some very interesting history along the way. If you’d like more information on Martin or Blueridge guitars made with these top tonewoods, please contact us today - or visit us online at https://www.maurysmusic.com This podcast features the conversation and opinions of musician T Spoon Phillips. A writer by trade, Spoon's longtime association...

Duration:00:56:02

The Martin D-18

12/12/2022
Welcome to the Martins and More PODCAST! Today we'll be talking about the legendary Martin D-18. We'll dive into the rich history of this iconic instrument, discuss the several variations that it's gone through over the years, and we'll even throw a trivia question at you as well. Sit back & relax as Maury & Spoon get their Martin D18 chat on. This podcast features the conversation and opinions of musician T Spoon Phillips. A writer by trade, Spoon's longtime association with professional...

Duration:00:51:32

Our Musical Influences

12/5/2022
Welcome to the Martins and More PODCAST! Today we'll be talking about our musical influences. We asked our loyal listeners for show suggestions, and our friend "T" thought this might be an interesting topic. What were some of the songs that made a lasting impression on T Spoon Phillips? Which artists inspired Maury to play acoustic guitar? These answers & more, coming right up. Sit back & relax as Maury & Spoon & Tim get their musical influences chat on. This podcast features the...

Duration:01:04:14

Top 10 Martin Guitars - Part II

11/28/2022
Today we continue our discussion of the top 10 Martin Guitars - according to us. Maury & Spoon discuss some of the most iconic, most illustrious & most important Martin Guitars ever. Will your favorite Martin make the list? Do you agree with our rankings? Sit back, listen and find out which 10 Martin Guitars belong at the top. If you’d like more information on any Martin Guitars on our list - please contact us today - or visit us online at https://www.maurysmusic.com This podcast features...

Duration:01:09:05

Top 10 Martin Guitars

11/21/2022
Today’s discussion will be focused on the top 10 Martin Guitars - according to us. Maury & Spoon discuss some of the most iconic, most illustrious & most important Martin Guitars ever. Will your favorite Martin make the list? Do you agree with our rankings? Sit back, listen and find out which 10 Martin Guitars belong at the top. If you’d like more information on any Martin Guitars on our list - please contact us today - or visit us online at https://www.maurysmusic.com This podcast features...

Duration:01:04:25

Guitar Picks

11/14/2022
Today’s discussion will be focused on guitar picks. Maury & Spoon discuss the various materials and thicknesses, and how they can effect tone & feel... with some interesting history along the way. If you’d like more information on guitar picks, please contact us today - or visit us online at https://www.maurysmusic.com/guitar_picks This podcast features the conversation and opinions of musician T Spoon Phillips. A writer by trade, Spoon's longtime association with professional musicians,...

Duration:00:57:06

Bridge Pins

10/24/2022
Today’s discussion will be focused on acoustic guitar bridge pins & their effect on tone. Maury & Spoon chat about bone bridge pins, Luxe LiquidMetal bridge pins, different pin sizes and more … including some interesting history along the way. If you’d like more information on bridge pins for your acoustic guitar, please contact us today - or visit us online at https://www.maurysmusic.com/guitar_bridge_pins This podcast features the conversation and opinions of musician T Spoon Phillips. A...

Duration:01:08:44

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