Which Martins to try out?

My budget is around $3k-ish.

I have very little history with Martins. In fact, I’ve been a dirty Taylor guy since forever. My current acoustic is a Taylor 414 I bought new about 10 years ago. I still like the guitar, but I’ve always wondered about Martins and I’m willing to make some space for the right one.

Before I bought my current Taylor I had ordered a GPCPA1 used and while I liked the sound, playability, and looks the bridge looked like it was trying to come off so I sent that one back. In retrospect I should’ve moved my budget a bit and ordered one new but I ended up with the Taylor. Anyway…

I mostly play rock, a mix of strumming and fingerstyle(but more towards fingerstyle/percussive type stuff). I do play a little country or bluegrass here and there when I’m playing acoustic. That might change. I guess I should mention that for the most part I’ve been an electric player(mainly metal) for the last 25 years.

I would like to know if there are any standouts I should check out. I figure the D18 will come up. The 000 looks interesting too, I like the body style of that one but honestly I’ve never laid my hands on one.

I know this is a Martin sub(and I’m kinda set on a Martin), but if there are others I should check out(Guild, Gibson, etc) feel free to suggest.

Thanks guys.