Martin Guitars Near Albany, NY

Paul's Guitar Hideout is an authorized Martin dealer about 45 minutes north of Albany on I-87, in Glens Falls. We regularly stock Standard Series Martins, Road Series for tighter budgets, and occasional 15 Series all-mahogany guitars.

On the wall as of November 6, 2026: Standard Series, 17 Series, 16 Series, 15 Series, Road Series, Signature Artist Edition, X Series, Junior Series and the Little Martin, 26 Martins from $549.99 to $3,899.99.

Want to see what's here right now? Everything we have, new and used, is listed under Martin guitars in stock.

Exit 18 is a straight shot up I-87: no turns, no city traffic, about forty-five minutes from the Empire Plaza.

One we carry is the Martin D-18 Satin. Spruce top, Mahogany back and sides, D-14 Fret body, 25.4" scale, 1 3/4" nut, Golden Era (GE) Modified Low Oval, High-Performance Taper neck.

Albany runs the state and a good share of its music: The Egg at the Empire State Plaza puts two theaters under one concrete dome.

The Drive

Albany is the capital, the big city at the bottom of the Northway, and we're the top of the same map: Glens Falls is the far north end of the Capital District.

About 45 minutes north on I-87. Park in the Cooper Street lot at The Shirt Factory.

The Standard Series

Martin calls the Standard Series the backbone of the company, the guitars that set the template for the American flattop. The build is the traditional one: Golden Era Sitka spruce tops with X-bracing, East Indian rosewood or mahogany back and sides, a dovetail neck joint, and ebony fingerboards and bridges. The full list is under Martin guitars in stock. Every series we carry, with prices, is on Martin guitars in Glens Falls.

Where We Are

We're on the second floor of The Shirt Factory in Glens Falls. The building went up in 1902 as a men's shirt factory and made shirts until 1996. Today it's home to more than 70 studios, shops and galleries, and now a guitar shop. Use the Cooper Street entrance and take the stairs up. If stairs are difficult or you're bringing in something you don't want to carry up, call or text us and we'll arrange access.

What's on the Wall

6 Standard Series Martins are on the wall as of November 6, 2026. Road Series models when the budget is tighter. Occasional 15 Series all-mahogany guitars with a warmer, drier voice. If you're driving over for a specific model, call first and we'll hold it for you. If it's not on the floor, we can usually order it.

Body Size

The biggest choice in a Martin purchase is body size, and it's the one a spec sheet can't decide for you. A dreadnought projects hard. A 000 is tighter and fingerstyle-friendly. An OM has the 000 body with a longer scale length. You figure out which fits you by playing them back to back. Plan an hour if you're seriously comparing.

Humidity

Every Martin that leaves here leaves with a humidity conversation. Upstate winters drop indoor humidity hard, and a solid-wood top shrinks as it dries. Humidifier, hygrometer, above 45% in the case. We sell the humidifiers and walk you through it at pickup. There's more in how humidity affects your guitar.

Authorized Dealer

We're an authorized Martin dealer, so a new Martin bought here carries Martin's Limited Lifetime Warranty for the original owner (one year on the Little Martin and Backpacker). The warranty doesn't transfer, so a used Martin doesn't carry it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is there an authorized Martin dealer near Albany?
A: Yes. Paul's Guitar Hideout in Glens Falls, about 45 minutes north of Albany on I-87, is an authorized Martin dealer stocking Standard Series, Road Series, and occasional 15 Series.

Q: How much should I budget for a new Martin?
A: New Martins in September 2026: X Series $649.99 to $949.99, Road Series $999.99 to $1,549.99, Standard Series $2,399.99 to $3,899.99. Current prices are on the Martin guitars page.

Q: Can you order a specific Martin model?
A: Usually yes, for current-production models. Call or text (518) 217-8695 and we'll check with Martin. When Martin has it available, it usually arrives in 1–2 weeks.

Q: Do you ship Martins?
A: Yes. Standard and 16 Series Martins ship free. Other Martins ship for $79, or $99 on orders of $2,000 to $2,999. Pickup at the shop is free.

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Paul's Guitar Hideout is located at The Shirt Factory in Glens Falls, NY. Use the Cooper Street entrance and take the stairs up. If stairs are difficult or you're bringing in something you don't want to carry up, call or text us and we'll arrange access.

The Shirt Factory
71 Lawrence St., Suite 201B, 2nd Floor
Glens Falls, NY 12801
Wednesday–Sunday, 12–5 PM
(518) 217-8695 · info@paulsguitarhideout.com