I also like Maury's and Vintage Instruments, but they're both in my state, so I'd pay sales tax. I bought a CEO-7 that lists for $3300, is advertised everywhere for $2630, and I got it for $1980, which is 60% of list. Three I'm quite familiar with are LA Guitar Sales, Maury's Music, and Vintage Instruments (in Philly). There are a number of dealers around who will do this. 15 series and below have less margin so they won't discount them quite as much, but they'll still give you a better deal than anyone else. If you call one of the smaller Martin Dealers, tell them you read the forums (Acoustic Guitar Forum if they ask, or UMGF - Unofficial Martin Guitar Forum), they'll typically sell you the guitar at 60% of list. They all list at minimum advertised price and MIGHT give you 10% off on that. Whatever you end up buying, if it's a Martin, avoid typical retail outlets and the big boxes.
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