Performing Artist Series
The flagship acoustic line, built for players who want a stage-ready instrument with a balanced, projection-forward voice.
Martin Style Series
Acoustic guitars built around a wide range of series
Samkwang Musical Instruments has carried acoustic and electric guitars in Busan for three decades, and the Martin line sits at the centre of that catalogue. Our range is organised by series, so you can move from a stage-ready Performing Artist to a travel-sized BackPacker without losing sight of tone, body shape and price band.
New models are listed alongside the long-running series below. For current availability on a specific model, call the shop and our team will walk you through the options on the floor.
The Martin Style Series range is organised so that players can move easily between very different instruments without losing track of tone, body shape or budget. Stage-ready models sit beside travel-sized companions, and long-running series lines are displayed alongside newer additions to the catalogue. Because availability changes with the floor of the shop, the clearest way to confirm what is in stock for a particular model is to speak with the team directly. Browsing the series pages first is still worthwhile, since it narrows the field and gives you a vocabulary for the conversation that follows.
Selecting an acoustic guitar is largely an exercise in matching the instrument to how and where it is played. A smaller-bodied model feels at home in a living room or on a travel trip, while a wider, more resonant body suits fingerpicking, larger rooms and stage work. Pair that with the shape of the neck, the feel of the fretboard and the finish you prefer, and the shortlist becomes surprisingly personal. The Style Series pages describe the shared characteristics of each family, which makes it easier to compare options that look similar from a distance but behave very differently in the hand.
Beyond the instruments themselves, a guitar shop carries a supporting role that is easy to overlook. Strings, care products, cases and protective accessories all affect how an instrument sounds and how long it keeps sounding well, and a knowledgeable staff can advise on what suits a given model and playing style. Many owners also return for setup guidance, maintenance and warranty or serial registration needs over the years. With three decades of experience behind the counter, the shop's role extends well beyond the moment of purchase into the long life of the instrument.
Series guide
Choose your series
Each series below is part of our Martin catalogue at the shop. Descriptions are general: we do not list specifications or prices here, so call us for details on individual models.
17 Series
A traditional acoustic format for players who favour a familiar body shape and a warm, rounded tone.
16 Series
A smaller-body acoustic option that sits between the 15 and 17 in feel, suited to lighter builds and fingerstyle playing.
15 Series
Compact body acoustics with a bright, focused character for players who travel or play in smaller spaces.
Road Series
Road-ready instruments built for regular use on stage and on tour, where reliability and setup matter.
X Series
A value-oriented acoustic range covering several body shapes, a common starting point for a first Martin.
Little & Junior Series
Reduced-scale instruments for younger players and for adults who want a smaller-bodied acoustic.
BackPacker
Travelling-size acoustics with a compact body, made to be carried between gigs, homes and practice spaces.
Visit the shop
Ask us before you buy
- StoreSamkwang Musical Instruments, 152 Dongseong-ro, Busanjin-gu, Busan
- Telephone051-632-3003 / 080-301-3003
- Fax051-631-3223
- Emailm30@3lightsguitar.com
- Open10:30 AM to 8:00 PM
- RepresentativeLee Jae-i
Bring the guitar you play now, or tell us your budget and style, and the team will narrow the Martin series down to a shortlist worth trying in the room.