Joth

I'm in the market for a new acoustic. I need it to be an all rounder for most styles of playing and for gigging and studio as I'm gonna be recording, but mainly fingerstyle and even percussive. I've looked into Cole Clark for their interesting tone Woods which are durable for bashing about but mainly for their 3 way pick up system. Not too keen on the Taylor sound if I'm honest and everyone says Martin (d 28 example) is the perfect acoustic and you won't need any other guitar. But for the cost are there other brands half the price out there which sound just as good if not better?! I know it's all subjective to ones ear but I've rarely seen a really good fingerstyle guitarist playing a Martin. Just wondering if anyone had any brands to checkout or suggestions, or advice, thanks.