Hi Arthur.
Sigma guitars blend modern acoustic guitar design with classic, vintage looks to achieve traditional styling with an open voicing and excellent response. Quality components and materials are used throughout such as seasoned, solid Sitka spruce tops, rosewood fingerboards and bridges, and premium tuners. Here's what the Sigma Guitars website has to say on the subject: Sigma Serial Numbers do not provide an indicator of the year in which a particular model was built. However, most Sigma models were offered only for a limited number of years, so that most models' construction dates can be narrowed down to a reasonable range.
Good question as there is very little I.D. info on the web.
The guitar is a copy of a Martin 000-18. Given the date of purchase, it was probably made in Korea. The actual model number is of little or no importance.
Sigma guitars are very nice entry level, backup or stage instruments. There is a lot of unfounded praise levied at these instruments, mostly because of their association to Martin. Most owners think they're more valuable than they truly are. Although Sigmas had very clean workmanship, it is still a 25 year old Asian import and subject to all issues (or stregnths) found in similar brands.
Like any other guitar, regardless of the maker, the condition, playability and structural integrity of the instrument cannot be 'guessed' except by a hands on evaluation. I've seen both exceptional and exceptionally wonky Sigmas of the same vintage and model. It's kind of a gamble. However, the exceptional ones are some of the best values in the used low-end market.
- The guitar is a copy of a Martin 000-18. Given the date of purchase, it was probably made in Korea. The actual model number is of little or no importance. Sigma guitars are very nice entry level, backup or stage instruments. There is a lot of unfounded praise levied at these instruments, mostly because of their association to Martin.
- Got a sigma dm2 i've had for years but needs some work. A guy at a music shop said some of those sigmas could be worth a few hundred bucks. I'd like to have an idea on it before i try to fix it myself.the serial number is 87110807 on the paper tag in soundhole that also says c.f. It has the sigma guitars est.1970 logo on the headstock.any info would be appreciated.
- Serial numbers 900,001 to 902,908 were used on Sigma-Martins in 1981 and 1982 Source: Martin guitars Guitar catalogs. NOS Sigma Martin Guitars. 2014 guitar catalog. 2015 guitar catalog. 2016 guitar catalog. 2017 Guitar catalog. Images courtesy of nicovington 2008 & eBay.
Sigma Martin Guitars Serial Numbers
A guitar of this vintage would sell in the Midwest USA for around $125-$150 in Very Good to Excellent condition WITH a case. It is no more or less valuable than a Takamine or Alvarez instrument of the same age. Of course, it all comes down to the price of the sight unseen/unexamined/unplayed guitar. I don't know what the original owner paid, but given the place of purchase, it was likely MUCH more than if were bought from an independent retailer.
Thanks for the photos. 000 sized acoustics are my ab-fave!
Have a great week, my friend :)
Sigma guitars blend modern acoustic guitar design with classic, vintage looks to achieve traditional styling with an open voicing and excellent response. Quality components and materials are used throughout such as seasoned, solid Sitka spruce tops, rosewood fingerboards and bridges, and premium tuners.
Tonally, Sigma guitars reference the quality of vintage instruments, but incorporate the best modern elements to their sound to produce an open, warm tone with great middle frequencies, a clear bass response and lively trebles.
CONSTRUCTION
Every SIGMA acoustic guitar features high quality, handcrafted construction incorporating solid spruce tops, Sapele backs and sides and rosewood fingerboards and bridges. Like Mahogany, Sapele is renowned for its tonal qualities and stability that allow us to create lively, high quality guitars which are compatible with most genres of music playing styles.
Sigma Guitars Serial Numbers 804516
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D’ADDARIO EJ16 STRINGS
Quality strings help improve tone and playability. D’Addario Phosphor Bronze Acoustic Guitar Strings have a well-deserved reputation for being warm, bright and balanced with a long-lasting tone and easy playability. These strings feature a precision wound corrosion proof phosphor bronze wire, carefully drawn around a hexagonally shaped high-carbon steel core.
PREMIUM TUNERS & COMPONENTS
SIGMA guitars are fitted with high quality, die cast geared tuners for easy and accurate tuning. Al Bridges are made of Rosewood and fitted with quality bridge pins and saddles.
Aesthetically the new Sigma Dreadnought SIG10D gives more than a generous nod to vintage instruments with its traditional styling. The guitars produces an open, warm tone with strong and clear middle and bass frequencies and is made with a solid spruce top and high quality components throughout.
Great Brand, Fantastic Playing Guitar.
‘Right out of the box I was taken back by the beauty of the wood, not only on the front but even more outstanding on the back and sides. This company knows how to build a guitar, felt solid but the tone is what blew me away. I am very pleased that a guitar at this price range can sound this good’.
Guitar Man, Amazon Review.
The SIG10AVTS is a classic looking 000 body shape with a modern dynamic voicing for a really great sounding smaller body guitar suitable for all music and paying styles. This guitar would suit a beginner or experienced player due its quality construction using a high grade, solid spruce top and sapele back and sides with premium components throughout.
Low action, bright tone, classic look.
‘If you want that John Mayer sound for a fraction of the cost, look no further.
J. Bishop, Amazon Review.
The Sigma SIGAMINISBS is a Sunburst mini acoustic featuring a solid spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides. The SIG10MINISBS can be used as a travel guitar or high quality instrument for a younger person looking for a comfortable, quality instrument with great playability. It has a lots of tone for a small guitar and is finished in beautiful classic sunburst.
The most wonderful guitar I have ever had!
Decided to start learning guitar and a friend recommended Sigma to me. I was sceptical due to the price, but am pleasently surprised when the guitar arrived. I would recommend it to anyone that just want to pick up a quality guitar and start playing. Love the sound!.
Amazon Review.
The SIG10FVTS is a classic looking Folk body shape with a modern dynamic voicing for a really great sounding smaller body guitar suitable for all music and paying styles. This guitar would suit a beginner or experienced player due its quality construction using a high grade, solid spruce top and sapele back and sides with premium components throughout.
Excellent instrument!
I am a very satisfied customer, and very happy with this fine instrument to enjoy with friends during gatherings outside by the grill etc. I highly recommend getting this instrument to anyone who wants a fine guitar with great characteristics found in more expensive instruments at an unbelievable price. Thank you Sigma and keep up the good work!
Mike, Amazon Review.