Sigma Guitars

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Newton
Date: 28 Jun 07 - 11:12 AM

I found a Sigma CS2 classical guitar for about 300 $ ... I think it's a bit expensive, but it does not show its year or even where it was made. It very much appears to be out of the early 80's korean made sigmas, but    how can I be sure? the serial number is 88020182. somebody, help!

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Murr
Date: 03 Jul 07 - 10:17 AM

I have a Sigma, Model GS2GCR-7. Serial # is 21xxx (I can't remember it off the top of my head). It has the gold stamp SIGMA with the M on it. It was purchased new in the fall of 1978 for either $200 or $250. (I remember trading in my classical guitar and getting $50 for it, which I though was pretty good since we had spent only $70 on it four years earlier.) My mother bought it as a combination birthday, Christmas and high school graduation present. It seems like it's still in pretty good shape, save two scratches on the back of it. It's spent summers in the woods and been dropped more than once, but there's no cracks on it. It still has the original paper information inside (very readable, good shape). I think I had the nuts changed at some point - there's nothing descriptive on them.

If Sterling is still around can you tell me what you mean that these GS2 models were made of some pretty strange laminates? I took it to buy a case for it last weekend and the guy turned his nose up at it and tried to get me to buy a Martin for $915 (you know - I'd have a new case with the Martin, yada yada yada.) He basically told me that the Sigma is worthless. That, of course, is up to the person playing - to me (granted, I'm just a weekend plunker), it seems like it plays pretty well. One of my high school chums actually used it for a recording session in NYC. I had it restrung some time ago and it rarely needs retuning. Since I'm having a Guild 12 string F112 literally rebuilt, I don't think I want to spend $1000 on a low end Martin if the Sigma does the job.

If anybody can offer thoughts on the guitar itself as well as value, I'd appreciate it.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST
Date: 03 Jul 07 - 06:17 PM

Of course, I screwed up. It was the Model 52SGCR-7 and Serial #20521. It was November '78 when I got this; maybe since I lived so near the Martin Factory in Nazareth, PA they got one of the first shipments of this Sigma model.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: cub
Date: 04 Jul 07 - 09:14 PM

i just purchased a sigma dr 14 from a 90 year old woman that insisted i buy it. i have not been able to find any info on it. it is in perfect shape and had not been played for over 3 years yet when i opened the case it was in perfect tune - i was amazed. sounds great. anyone know anything about it or where i can go for info. any guess on value. [e-mail]

Subject: RE: sigma guitars (Want to sell DR-7 Made in Jap)
From: GUEST,Josh
Date: 16 Jul 07 - 09:42 AM

Hello -- I posted to this site once before but I didn't really have much information. I have learned a tiny bit more... I am interested to sell my Sigma DR-7. It is a Made in Japan 1970s model and I know virtually nothing about it except that it may be collectible.

The serial number is 74121588.

The headstock is different than any one i have seen... sideways M inlay, but no Sigma lettering underneath.

I have posted pictures...
Click Here

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,opie
Date: 26 Jul 07 - 10:14 PM

I have a Martin Sigma DR12-7 which my mom bought for me new in around 1974. I had used it quite a bit over the years playing at Mass, at weddings and at school. But it's been sitting at my mom's for years now and am thinking of selling it. Anyone have any idea what this would go for these days? It looks to be in good shape. Would definitely need new strings.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,rhall364
Date: 27 Jul 07 - 10:14 AM

hey, how much do want to sell it for. contact me by e-mail, [e-mail]. Thanks a bunch. Ryan

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: Fille
Date: 29 Jul 07 - 03:58 PM

Hi everyone!

Recently found my late mothers Sigma SG-5 in my friends basement. Had almost forgotten about it so it was nice to find it again. This is the Hummingbird copy, very beautiful and sounds very good, even though i´ve understood that it was a low-price guitar back in the day. Since its the only thing I kept when my mother past away, it´s very special for me. I don't know much about this guitar, coriuos to know about when it was made (I think in the late 70's), what it might be worth now etc. If anyone has the time and energy to help me find out more about it I would be very greatful!

Felix Sjöström,
Gothenburg / Sweden

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,havanagar
Date: 01 Aug 07 - 01:17 AM

the most info on Sigma guitars i have ever run across! thanks

i have a SIGMA DR28C that my wife bought for me in the very
early 80's after i had cut my three fingers to the bone and
she figured it would give me incentive to recover. God Bless
her!!!

anyway, i read the entire postings and no one mentioned this model.
i have never had it worked on but am getting ready to do so when i
get another acoustic. i would never sell or trade this one for anything, besides its sentimental value it plays better than ever
and the sound has opened up in the years i have played it though it
has some problem on the high e string on the higher frets but as i
have said it has never been worked.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Dale C. Christensen
Date: 08 Aug 07 - 06:21 PM

First time reading and asking question,& comment. I have a Sigma DR7 purchased 11-21-75. It is in Mint Condition in a case and not used to often. The S/N is 75090383 marked on label inside with info. that it was CF Martin Organization manufactured in Japan.
Mr. Webb I thank you for all the inputs to answer the many questions. You sure answered most of the ones I had,however I am wanting to sell this guitar of mine and sure would like to get the most that it will bring without going on to Ebay, etc. This instrument is like new and all I seen from you and others it sounds like it should bring top dollar.
Besides the above I do wonder about the large S/N. Also,I'd sure like
to get the information that you wrote listed date as 23, Oct. o4- o5:39A If you could Email me at [e-mail]. I welcome any others that can help also Email and/or The thread.
Thanks everyone It really was a joy reading your questions and answers; really very interesting--I learned a lot. Dale

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,jollay
Date: 09 Aug 07 - 12:18 AM

I have one of the c2 sigma with the exact serial number. I paid $135 and it included a light weight case, back around 1990. It plays fairly well but my classical guitar teacher talked me into getting a Ramirez. I would sell my sigma for around $100 but no way $300!

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,jollay
Date: 09 Aug 07 - 12:33 AM

NEWTON,

I have a CS2 88020345 sigma guitar by CF Martin, I paid $135 for it around 1990. I came with a black cardboard case. I can not see selling it for $300! Maybe $100. If is just ok, not wonderful.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Charles Finney
Date: 09 Aug 07 - 06:16 AM

been offered sigma anniversary 1980 guitar with undersaddle pick up for 500 pounds is this expensive?

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST
Date: 09 Aug 07 - 10:57 PM

Sigma Anniversary model went for $450 U.S. recently.
It was from a collector and was in excellent condition.
That's about 225 pounds. So, 500 pounds sounds a bit high.

Though there are only 100 of them, reportedly, and they rarely come available.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST
Date: 09 Aug 07 - 11:47 PM

Re: DR-28C   

I have a DR-28HC. Made in Japan. From the 1980's I guess.

Plays great. It's solid, straight, and a real beauty.

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Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,danserinden
Date: 11 Aug 07 - 07:08 AM

Hello Felix. I have one sg 5 too, also a beautiful hummingbird copy. Imported and distributed by Levin. See my previous message and the answer from a third swede. Greetings from denmark søren

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,telechrister1959
Date: 14 Aug 07 - 11:02 PM

wow its nice to know that others like these sigma guitars as much as i do i have a dr 15 it has a solid spruce top and indian rosewood sides or thats what ive been told ive never seen another dr 15 is there anyone else that has one let me know thanks

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Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,john in berlin
Date: 17 Aug 07 - 05:43 AM

I bought my sigma dr 14 in early 1976 in Freiburg (Germany). I believe it to have been made in Japan, probably in 1975. The back is a three-part one. It was distributed by Levin of Göteborg and has a short serial number. The inlaid writing on the headstock is "Sigma Guitars established 1970". The information pertaining to Levin and the serial number is on the paper seen through the sound hole. I have just had it refretted and bone nut and bridge fitted, it sounds great.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Bev
Date: 24 Aug 07 - 09:20 AM

Hi just bought a Sigma Se 18N. And can't find any info on it. It has a solid back and I'm told it is rosewood. Any info would be appreciated.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Chris
Date: 28 Aug 07 - 04:26 PM

Hey, I found an old Sigma guitar in my grandma's house. It says DT-3N, on the inside, with serial number 273479. I couldn't find that specific model number online and I was wondering if anyone knew anything about this guitar.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Wayback1947
Date: 30 Aug 07 - 04:33 PM

I have a SIGMA MARTIN DM-5 Guitar manufactured in Japn in the early 70s, SN 73060971. Customer Service at C.F. Martin tells me it is was probably produced in 1973 as they were only made from 1973 thru 1984, and for some period Sigma Manufacturing did use the date as the first 2 numbers of the serial #. Many of these guitars sat in warehouses or stores for years before being sold and it could have been sold to the original owner in any number of years.

This guitar has solid Mahogany Back, Sides, and Neck, Solid Spruce top, Rosewood fret board, and an adjustable Rosewood or Mahogany bridge. If this guitar looked and sounded any better, you would think it was a Martin D-18 of recent vintage. Very nice guitar, it has a rich sound and great sustain.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Mark
Date: 01 Sep 07 - 08:36 PM

I am buying a Sigma DM4M from a local pawn shop for $200, has a really loud fine tone, has the est 1970 logo on headstock, burnt and paper labels inside, as well as a custom shop sticker inside, looking for any info on this?

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,dave
Date: 02 Sep 07 - 04:21 PM

i own several guitars, 57 strat, 68 sg, 2 martins ,but my sigma (circa 1971) is the one i play the most, the sound quality compares to both martins i own. If you get your hands on an older one pre 1978, buy it, you wont be sorry.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Guest: Gary
Date: 07 Sep 07 - 11:55 AM

I recently aquired a Sigma DR-28. It is a "Made in Japan" model. It appears to be solid wood all around (rosewod sides and back, spruce upper) I have a couple questions for the experts atory on how I aquired it (got it for free)

1. Right after I purchased it I restrung it with Martin Med. strings and now I am getting a Buzzing noise off of the frets when I play. I am new to guitars as this is my first guitar and I am learning on it. What is causing this buzzing noise?

2. Aprox. how old is the guitar?

3. Where can I find a replacement Nut fot the guitar?

Now the quick story. My daughters (3 and 5) are starting to take interest in music one wants to learn Piano, the other drums. So I decided that I wanted to take up a new insterment as well (I play brass and some percusion already) I had a nice CD player I had gotten for free in my car so I put it on Craigs List for trade for a PS 2 or guitar. I ended up getting PS 2 with a few games and some controllers for trade. I played it for a couple days then relisted the PS2 for trade for an acoustic guitar and a guy e-mailed me about this Sigma he had so I went and looked at it and it was in really good shape so we made the trade. My wife and I are short on money so tradeing was the only option I have to get anything. So that is the story

Was it a good trade?   Sorry so long.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: fret nut
Date: 20 Sep 07 - 05:00 PM

To guest Gary
Buzzing can be caused by a few different things. As you are just starting to play my suggestion would be to lose the med strings right away and fit light or extra light. Your fingers as well as the bridge will thank you for this and the less thick strings may stop buzzing. I if the action is very low the truss rod may need tweaked.
Best option is to take it to a reputable guitar store for a setup, usually cheap and the tech can advise you.

You guitar was likely made between 1980-84

Hope this helps

Neil

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,JOswald
Date: 04 Oct 07 - 02:17 AM

I would like to buy an early Sigma Acoustic (sideways M logo) DM5, DR7 . . . The higher end models

Please email me at [e-mail] if you have one for sale

Cheers

Subject: Sigma guitar S 2000
From: GUEST,Pierre
Date: 05 Oct 07 - 06:33 PM

Hi Everyone, I just purchased a Sigma guitar (I think the serial No is 1390581). The dealer said he talked to a Martin Rep and they have no records of Sigma ever making this model - its beleived it was made in the late 70's or very early 80's.

Anyone ever hear of this model? Plays great!!

Subject: RE: Sigma S2000
From: katlaughing
Date: 06 Oct 07 - 12:53 AM

You might find one like it at a pricing place HERE, which I found by going to This Place..

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Lassebros
Date: 09 Oct 07 - 05:00 PM

Model on my Sigma say's "Nippon best 10" !!! what is it that i have found i the garage.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Pierre
Date: 14 Oct 07 - 01:56 PM

Hi Everyone,
I just purchased a Sigma guitar - Model Number s2000 (original warantee paper states this model, but "2000" is stamped on the inside) next to the serial No which is 1390581. The guitar is stamped with "sigma guitars made in Japan for Martin Co", but the headstock does not have either of the sigma 'logos' described above, it has a pearl design very similar to the one I have seen on a "Collings D42", it also has pearl markings on the neck, around its body, and around the sound hole (not sure if that is the proper term). At first I though it was an Anniversary Sigma made by Martin but the models don't seem to match up (model s2000 VS 10?). Maybe I have a different model than I think?

The dealer said he talked to a Martin Rep and they have no records of Sigma ever making this model - its beleived it was made in the late 70's or very early 80's.

Anyone ever hear of this model? Or have any information? I also have pics I would be willing to send out if someone wants to see them.

It sounds great that is why I bought it!

Thanks in advance for any help.

Pierre

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Kent J. Louque
Date: 18 Oct 07 - 03:48 PM

Lost in Sigma. I have one of the best sounding guitars I've ever played
but not sure what it is. There is a sticker on the headboard that says Sigma Guitars, Est.1970.
Inside has a sticker that says PICADOR, made in Korea. Inside against the neck has a serial #324007. It has no model number or anything else on it anywhere. It looks identical (almost) to my Martin HD28.
It plays as well with not as much tone.
I've seen a few others in this forum made in Korea, but not with PICADOR mentioned. It is a six string.
Thanks Guys, Great info!
Kent,
Baton Rouge La.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,TJ in Texas
Date: 20 Oct 07 - 01:44 PM

I bought a Korean made Sigma DM-12-4 at a pawn shop this week. You don't see many older 12 strings that are playable, but the action on this one is still good. The number inside next to the truss rod adjustment says 83007, and the serial number on the inside sticker says 8301729. I love to play a 12 string, but not many of them last long. You can't beat the warm tone of a seasoned older guitar. I have been fascinated by all of the information in these posts. Any additional info would be appreciated.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Robbi
Date: 20 Oct 07 - 07:25 PM

Someone asked about the Sigma Anniversay and if 500 pounds is to much. I don't think so, I have one and it is the best guitar I have ever had. It stands up to every Martins in the world, the sound is amazing and if you're willing to pay 500 pounds for a cheap Martin, you should pay 500 for this one that sands up to a expencive Martin.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars DR-11
From: GUEST,Sephearl
Date: 26 Oct 07 - 02:20 AM

I bought a Sigma DR-11 new in Cookeville, TN sometime in 1979 when I was in college. It has mother of pearl inlay around the face of the guitar as well as the soundhole, and oblong hexagonal mother of pearl inlays on the fretboard. It also has the three piece back with a decorative inlay on the back that pieces the three pieces together. I too have been told my guitar model didn't exist. I am thankful for the information I have found on this website, and hope to learn more. I believe the name of the music store was Middle Tennessee Music where I bought this guitar. I had just come in on a delivery from Nashville. I was told by the saleman at the store that this guitar was especially made for a Guitar Show in Nashville. Being in college I had to go borrow the money and almost lost the guitar to any buyer before I got back to the store. I believe I paid around $350 with a hardshell case. I still have this guitar today and treasure it. Although I collect them and have over 30 guitars, this is still one of my favorites and is the one I have owned the longest. I will never sell it. I use only light gage strings on it and the neck is still straight as an arrow after over 27 years.
Sephearl

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Pierre
Date: 26 Oct 07 - 07:39 PM

Hi Sephearl....want to trade guitar pics?...our guitars seem very similar!! Is your solid rosewood? My email is [e-mail]. I will reply with pics as well. Id also like to see any pics of the anniversary guitar also if anyone has some!!

Cheers,

Pierre

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Kat
Date: 09 Nov 07 - 07:35 PM

I have a Sigma DM-43 (I think it is a 43 or 4S??? - hard to read) It was my dad's; unfortunately he died right after he got it so it is never played. Can anyone let me know @ this model & price it would go for. It is mahagony, says Sigma Guitars Est. 1970 @ top & it was purchased @ 1997 or 1998. Thanks so much!!! Kat

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Todd
Date: 13 Nov 07 - 12:40 PM

Just payed 60 bucks in a NYC thrift shop for a perfect condition Sigma CS-5 classical with a paper label "manufactured in Japan", serial number 000211, with no other info, any idea about the history of this guitar or how old it might be

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Magnus H
Date: 15 Nov 07 - 04:56 PM

Lassebros,

Nippon Best was a Japan made import brand offered by Levin Guitars in the early to mid 70:s. The steelstrings were available in Gibson style versions with model SG-XX and Martin styled labeled SM-XX.
There were also some nylon low priced versions, the cheapest marked "School".

From what I have heard Nippon Best were all-laminate guitars.

I think they were offered under the Sigma brand in the latter half of the 70:s.

/Magnus

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,MH
Date: 25 Nov 07 - 07:55 AM

Hello

Can anyone give some info on a Sigma SDM 18-C? What's it made of, where does it come from, when was it made and how much is it worth?

Thanks very much, M

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Todd
Date: 27 Nov 07 - 11:30 AM

Just picked up a Sigma CS5 serial number 000211 with a 'manufactured in Japan" paper label, mint, looks like it was never played, only paid 60 bucks for it in a New York City thrift store, would love to get some info on this guitar, don't think its a laminate but not quite sure, any sigma aficionados out there have an opinion?

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: Valkyrie Guy
Date: 30 Nov 07 - 10:01 AM

Hi all,
I have been reading a lot of the posts here for awhile, and finally decided to sign up. I bought a Sigma Anniversary about 12 years ago from a friend of mine that owned a Pawn shop here in South Florida. I paid $150 for it then and have always loved it. I feel really fortunate especially after reading some of Mr. Sterlings posts. I have copied all his posts and printed the for reference. Hope he is ok as I have not seen anything from him in a long while.
This is a really great site! Will be back.
Valkyrie guy.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Crispear
Date: 01 Dec 07 - 12:17 AM

Hey everybody, i'm proud that i own a DR-8 Sigma guitar, bought in 1976 for my 18 birthday at Steve Music's, Montréal, Quebec , Canada. This guitar, which is serial number: P 7073, sounds amazing and really make my friends freak out.

      This forum is a great reference for Sigma's owner like me, didn't know much about it's history but with your comments i discovered how special this guitar is, i will really treasure it. Not that i want to sell it but i'm a little curious about it's value. The thing is i would like to compare to the price i paid back then to it's value today.

Before i leave does anyone know what the P stands for in the serial number.

thank you

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,D Moore
Date: 11 Dec 07 - 02:35 PM

Hi everyone

This is the only site that I have ever found any meaningful Sigma information on. In order to start building information about Sigma guitars, I created a wikipedia article, searchable by "sigma guitar" There is nothing listed there as of yet that is not available on this site (with the exception of me mentioning that sigma also made basses, mandolins and and electric guitars of different body types) but I would liek that to change. Any and all !cited! information you can provide would be INCREDIBLY helpful and equally welcome. Please post here if you have any questions.

Additionally, I have included an emailed correspondence I received from an employee of C.F. Martin & Co. regarding my recent inquiry about the Sigma line. Enjoy, and I hope to see a lot of information added to the wiki article! I would specifically like to have photos of the different logos (sideways M versus inlaid mother of pearl headstock logos).

thanks

Dustin

Email from Martin -

Thank you for contacting C.F. Martin & Co., Inc.

The Sigma program was initiated in 1970. They were manufactured in Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. They were imported by Martin to serve the lower priced markets. Each Sigma Instrument is brought into the Martin factory to be inspected and adjusted by Martin personnel before going to the authorized retail store for retail sale. In more, recent years, Martin has introduced what they call the "Second Generation Sigma's" with solid tops and extended warranties. As of September 17, 1984 all solid top Sigma's had the limited lifetime warranty to the original owner. All Sigma Guitars are constructed with laminated (ply) backs and sides. Sigma Banjos and Mandolins are of the same origin. For a short time the Martin Co. Imported Solid Body Electric Guitars under the Sigma name.


The Sigma Guitars were discontinued in 2007.


The Martin Co. does not keep Sigma serial number records; therefore Sigma Guitars and Mandolins cannot be dated. The Martin Serial Number list on our website is for Martin Guitars manufactured in the Nazareth plant. Because the Martin Co. does not deal in the used or vintage market we do not appraise instruments. Please contact a dealer in your area that deals in the used market.


Thank you,

Leslie Miksch

C.F. Martin & Co. Inc.,

Consumer/Customer Service

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,anniversary tim
Date: 12 Dec 07 - 03:44 AM

I have been blessed to aquire another D10 anniversary model after selling my first one 25 years ago. Funny thing is I paid the same price for both. $300.00 at Guitar Center in Santa Ana CA. in 1980 and I found one in Ill. 3 weeks ago in a little used guitar store on the internet (which I love). I would like to acknowledge and show apprecation to STERLING K. WEBB for his willingness to educate the masses on the greatness of the early Sigma line of guitars.
    Most people think that so-called lower end off brand guitars made for high end companies are crap. Well I know that Orvilles made in Japan for non-export and non-export Epiphones not only rival but can surpass Gibson Custom shop guitars. As do the non-export Fenders. I know because I have all of them with my Sigma and a hand made Mockingbird by Bernie Rico, owner/inventer of B.C.Rich guitars. Also a 1959 Gibson Classical once owned by Merle Haggard. I will never sell My Sigma. It's sound is so fantastic that I can't put it into words. I think you all know what I mean. Good luck to all, Tim

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Tom S
Date: 12 Dec 07 - 11:39 PM

I purchased my 52sdr-9 in late 1974. It cost me close to $300.
The head logo is SigmaGuitars in Martinlike script, with EST.1970 underneath it.   The DR-9 is amost indestinguishable from the martin d-28 of 1974 from the front. It has a three piece back in the same pattern dividing splice as the D-28..just 2 splices.   The D-28 I compared it to had looser grains for wood, and it's tone was not as bright un the upper ends or as deep in the lower tones. This with identical freshly strung strings.

The SigmaGuitars logo does not mean your guitar is from later vintage as mine was purchased in 1974   

Serial #29428, so the owner of the 52sDR-9 with serial # 11209 or something like that has at least a '74 or before.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,DR-28HC
Date: 13 Dec 07 - 12:27 PM

I recently purchased a Sigma DR-28HC. It appears to be a post 1980 Sigma due to the absense of the 'sigma' greek character on the headstock. It does appear to be an older model though so I'm guessing it was made in the early 1980's. I'm wondering what the 'C' designation refers to in the model 'DR-28HC'. It is not a cutaway model so I have no idea. One other trait of this guitar is its soft-V neck. I've never played a Martin or Sigma with a soft-V neck until I found this one. Please let me know if there is anyone with more information about my guitar. Thank you.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: Abdul The Bul Bul
Date: 13 Dec 07 - 01:42 PM

Hey Kat.....Just seen yr query. My beautiful bright mahogany Sigma is a DM4M the M being of course for Mahogany. Try Newtone medium light bronze strings on it.

Alan

Subject: RE: sigma guitars.52SGCS-6
From: GUEST,Mike Melbourne Australia
Date: 16 Dec 07 - 09:04 AM

As an owner of a 52SGCS-6 since 1984,purchased as a used model I am always interested to see comment regarding this lesser discussed model.I absolutely treasure mine and of the 7 playable guitars currently in my collection the sigma I would play more than 90% of playing time.I never realised back in 1984 just how good a guitar I was getting for that $110,it seems to just sound better and better and the action is simply excellent.I recently purchased another Japan built circa 1983 Sigma DK28 12 string with Martin thinline p/u installed from the original owner in New Zealand which I have to collect sometime along with a 1983 Tokai CE320.Playing time will have to be shared with these 2 when I get them home.I always thought that the 6 indicated 6 strings now I have seen 4 and 7 so now am aware that this is likely a reference to model updates.I read that the 4 has no neck trussrod.My 6 definitely does and adjustment is via coverplate on headstock.Headstock has the sigma symbol abalone/paua inlay some refer to as the sideways M with the gold stamp "SIGMA" across the face.ID is by way of paper sticker in body and has no serial numbers.

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,Kat
Date: 17 Dec 07 - 10:21 PM

Thanks Alan...actaully I was also looking for whay the going rate would be if I choose to sell it (and if anyone out there is interested). As I said before in my post it is a Sigma DM-4S It was my dad's; unfortunately he died right after he got it so it is never played. It says Sigma Guitars Est. 1970 @ top & it was purchased @ 1997 or 1998. Thanks so much!!! Kat

Subject: RE: sigma guitars
From: GUEST,topovision
Date: 26 Dec 07 - 10:22 PM

Do you still have this Sigma DR-7?