Any guitar enthusiasts in the house?

[TheBelly]

I grew up in the world of classical music. I've played the violin and viola for over 30 years now.

The humidity thing is no joke. The string tension is a good idea. It doesn't have to be a lot, basically tune it down about a fourth or so (a musical fourth, not a 'quarter'). Keep tension on those little things in place that will keep the top and bottom from unseating.

[Logan]

+1 too dry the wood finish will start to crack.

^^ This. I have a Carter Stanley edition Blueridge that I neglected to humidify. I opened it up one day to find it cracked up the front. You can pick up a humidifier cheap. It's worth it. To me, Martin is the king of guitar makers. Also loosen those strings as mentioned.

[PugnacAutMortem]

I never have played a Martin that I have enjoyed playing. I dunno what it is about them, they just dont fit me.

+1 on the humidifier though. Gotta protect those family heirlooms.

[Trigger Time 23]

Give Old Town Pickin' Parlor a call. They are in Arvada and know all about vintage Martins. I would consult with them before changing much. Adding humidity to an instrument that has been dry may cause issues. I play a Martin. They make some of the finest acoustics out there.

http://www.picknparlor.com/

[Logan]

+1 to Old Town Pickin' Parlor. They're actually who I took my Blueridge to to have it repaired.

[stenz]

Its probably going to need a neck reset ($400ish) but I for a guitar worth that much money its worth it.

Martin's are top of the line guitars.