What is the closest you can get to a Martin 000-18 for under $1000?

[Toby Walker]

Originally Posted by songz

Eastman. Best guitar value in the world.

Ron

Without a doubt. I'll also add that there are some excellent Guilds out there at that price point.

[PeteD]

Just a tich above your price point, but might want to check this out if you are into the bling and would consider EIR back and sides?

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/guita...tar?src=3XBACR

[Steve DeRosa]

Originally Posted by PeteD

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/guita...tar?src=3XBACR

Came this close to buying the one MandoBros had about ten years ago - still miss my '73 D-45 (don't ask), hard to find a 000/OM with a narrow neck...

[Robert1950]

Oh yeah, and must have electronics. Thanks.

...and, the fretboard radius for the Eastman e60m is not on Eastman's site. Slight preference for 12 over 16 here