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2014 Martin OM-ECHF Navy Blues, Indian Rosewood/European Spruce
The third series of Martin Claptons comes to us in a dark navy blue finish, with Indian Rosewood back and sides and a European Spruce top. 25.4″ scale, snowflkes, diamonds, and squares along the fingerboard, and an intricate and perfectly executed torch headstock inlay. The label inside is signed by Eric Clapton himself, as well as C.F. Martin IV, Dick Boak, and Hiroshi Fujiwara. #91 of 181, this 2014 Martin OM-ECHF Navy Blues is an excellent collector piece, and has opened up handsomely in the past several years.
Other keywords: fingerstyle, cf martin, signature guitar, 91/181, 1748270, ec
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - European, Rosewood - Indian 
1938 Martin 000-21, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
How sweet the years do taste, when they come served up on such a beautifully vintage plate: a 1938 martin 000-21. Brazilian Rosewood with ruler-straight grain, forward-braced Adirondack Spruce on top, and the sort of age-appropriate wear that speaks volumes about the decades and decades of good music that have passed through its soundhole.
Formerly owned by none other than Chris Robinson of Black Crows fame, this 000-21 has an extra-extra dose of mojo, and after receiving some tender, loving care this beauty is off to the races again! There aren’t too many ‘38s lying around, and their numbers are only going to dwindle further over time.
Here’s an additional demo of this powerhouse: https://youtu.be/e_mzjLWtCQA.
Other keywords: orchestra model, 0m, brazilain, the black crows, chris robinson brotherhood,
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.25 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
1954 Martin 00-18, Mahogany/Sitka Spruce
From the decade that featured the greats like Chuck Berry and Hank Williams, comes our livewire Martin 00-18: straight out of 1954. This little beauty has been well cared for over the years, and is in great playing shape today with lots of life left to the saddle and almost no fret wear to speak of. Being an 18-style with Mahogany back and sides and Sitka top, this 00 has an extra heaping dose of crackle and pop in the bass, so much so that you’d think you were playing a larger guitar. It’s always a pleasure to find a vintage Martin that’s been set up nicely; this 00-18 plays like a breeze with a nut just a squeeze wider than 1 11/16” and a soft V neck profile.
Here’s an additional demo for your viewing pleasure: https://youtu.be/a05XllE90UM
Other keywords: oo-18, oo18, 0018, marin
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.875 in Nut Width 1.72 in String Spacing 2.156 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Mahogany 
1932 Martin OM-28, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
A piece of 1932 that’s alive and well. Here we’ve landed a Martin OM-28 in strong playing shape with some repairs over the years, plus an incredibly wide open, expressive voice. You just can’t get this with a torrefication rig! The Adirondack Spruce top has opened up completely in the past 90 years; the trebles particularly thick, present, and articulate. Brazilian Rosewood back and sides have had some cracks repaired, but are in great playing shape. It’s incredible to see such “boring” Brazilian Rosewood, the grain is arrow straight. Bar frets along the fingerboard have been dressed by our own repair staff, and they feel excellent under your fingertips. V neck has been played in over the years and feels like your favorite old pair of jeans.
Other keywords: lutherie, fingerpicking, vintage guitar, om28, 28-style, herringbone
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.375 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
1943 Martin 000, Brazilian Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
When our repair staff get a hold of a project Martin with great potential, they make sure the job’s done right. We took in this 1943 000 as a 000-21 with a number of issues, and over time stabilized everything and brought it back to life, then took it one step further and upgraded the appointments from a 21 to more of a 40 or 42 style hybrid. Ken and Joe did an incredible job bringing this beauty back into premium playing shape, and now it’s raring to go!
Other keywords: lutherie, prewar, restoration
SOLD Read moreScale Length 24.9 in Nut Width 1.68 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Brazilian 
1999 Martin D-45SS Stephen Stills, Brazilian Rosewood/Alpine Spruce
Such a delight to see this one in the shop. This is one of Martin’s most coveted signature series, the 1999 D-45SS Stephen Stills, and we’ve landed number 86 of 91 of that most exclusive run. Each of these was built with figured Brazilian Rosewood and Alpine Spruce on top, plus perfectly executed 45-style appointments and a MOP Southern Cross inlaid into the guard in homage to CSN. This particular beauty has the snowflakes & diamonds fretboard spread as well. Tonally, this is a distinctive, expressive, exquisitely musical Dreadnought. It’s sensitive enough for fingerpicking, and also has enough headroom for aggressive strumming without breaking up.
Other keywords: cf martin, martin guitar, american guitar, 705071, dreadnaught, dreadnought, allen shadd, flatpicking, signature guitar, csn, crosby stills & nash
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.375 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Alpine, Rosewood - Brazilian 
1969 Martin D-45, Brazilian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
The cream of the crop comes dressed to the nines (and 36 more) with this rare 1969 Martin D-45. The last year for Brazilian Rosewood increases the collectability—and of course the tone—and with a recent neck reset and setup by our repair staff this 60-year-old Martin plays like so much grass fed butter. Sitka Spruce on top with light play wear; MOP hexagonal position markers; original gold Grover tuners. This beauty has aged handsomely and overall has been well cared for, and will be the centerpiece of your collection. Brazilian Rosewood, intricate 45-style appointments, and the sweets that come with time—this 1969 D-45 is our kind of vintage dream.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, c.f. martin, martin guitars, 45 style, dreadnaught, 252243, fingerstyle
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Brazilian 
1987 Martin Ltd D-18, The Tree Mahogany/Spruce
Of course Martin knows how to make killer Mahogany Dread. How much better then, when they put together their D-18 design with the fabled The Tree wood? Turns out, a lot better. This is number 10 of a very exclusive run of 15 guitars in 1987, and has opened up handsomely in the intervening years. 18-style appointments throughout, dots at the fingerboard and gold Martin tuners. Well cared for, this D-18 Limited Edition is in excellent shape and ready for more action.
Other keywords: lutherie, luthier, c.f. martin, martin guitars, 18 style, dreadnaught, 469135
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce, Mahogany - The Tree 
2012 Martin Custom Shop Slope D, Madagascar Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
Wide open. Take the Martin Custom Shop team, add premium tonewoods, then a few years’ playing since 2012—and the result is this expressive, articulate slope shoulder 12-fret dread. Madagascar Rosewood back and sides pair up with Adirondack Spruce and an L.R. Baggs Element pickup, plus herringbone trim on top and zigzag backstrip. Slotted headstock with gold Grover tuners and a 25.4” scale and 1 11/16” nut will feel familiar for flatpickers. With the 12-fret body join, the voice on this Martin works very well for fingerpicking as well. Any Norman Blake fans out there? This is one to consider!
Other keywords: cf martin, lutherie, dreadnaught, allen shadd, 28 style, pre-war, 1604815, lr baggs, adriondack, maddie, slope d
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.094 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Madagascar 
2015 Martin D14F Custom Shop, Guatemalan Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
The Custom Shop folx nailed it with this 2015 D14F Martin—fantastically balanced and responsive, lively and energetic, effortless playability. Guatemalan Rosewood back and sides pair with Adirondack Spruce on top and 28-style fretboard position markers, plus open back tuners. We love the shimmer and warmth in the midrange, and the note separation and easy playability. It’s sensitive for a fingerpicking approach just as much as it’s stiff enough for a flatpick.
Other keywords: cf martin, lutherie, dreadnaught, allen shadd, 28 style, pre-war, 1887268, d-14f, bluegrass
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Guatemalan 
2017 Martin D-28 Custom Shop VTS, Indian Rosewood & VTS Adirondack
The Martin Custom Shop team knocks it out the park with this powerhouse D-28 VTS from 2017. Indian Rosewood back and sides plus their Vintage Tone System torrefied Adirondack Spruce top, Koa bindings, and Performing Artist Taper neck profile for a quick feel and vibrant tone. 28-style appointments throughout, plus nickel Grover open back tuners, Ebony bridge with drop in saddle, and a tortoise style pickguard for classic vibes.
Other keywords: cf martin, lutherie, dreadnaught, allen shadd, 28 style, pre-war, 2213256, bluegrass, d28, d 28, stika, eir
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red) Torrefied, Rosewood - Indian 
2017 Martin D14F Custom Shop, Wild Indian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
Martin did it right with this one! A 2017 Martin D14F Custom Shop upgraded with Wild Indian Rosewood back and sides plus Sitka Spruce top, diamonds & squares position markers, and half satin neck. This was one of their special offerings for the 2017 NAMM show, where we have to assume it was loved—how could you not, with such a lively and energetic dread in your hands?
Check out this additional demo with a local flatpick maestro, Mr. Will Saylor: https://youtu.be/ELJZ_KlnZPs.
Other keywords: cf martin, lutherie, dreadnaught, allen shadd, 45 style, pre-war, 2092860
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.688 in String Spacing 2.125 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Indian 
2018 Martin D-28 Modern Deluxe, Indian Rosewood/Sitka Spruce
Martin’s Modern Deluxe line is appropriately named—bringing together classic aesthetics and build methods with modern materials and playability. This 2018 D-28 Modern Deluxe has Indian Rosewood for the back and sides, Sitka Spruce on top featuring their VTS (Vintage Tone System) torrefication, bound in Maple and trimmed with herringbone. Under the hood you’ll find a carbon fiber bridge plate, implemented to increase power and projection, plus a forward shifted X brace. Martin’s High Performance Taper neck profile makes for effortless playability (plus a satin neck finish for squeak-free lefthand work); EVO frets assure longevity and set off the gold Waverly open back tuners.
Other keywords: cf martin, lutherie, dreadnaught, allen shadd, 28 style, pre-war, 2253546, bluegrass, d28, d 28, stika, eir
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.188 in Woods Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Indian 
2018 Martin D-28 Authentic 1937 Aged, Madagascar Rosewood/Adirondack Spruce
Martin’s D-28 Authentic 1937 Aged may be a mouthful, but it’s worth it. The torrefied tonewoods make for added power, articulation, and balance, and Martin’s relic job to make it look the part. This beauty comes to us from 2018 and is wide awake and ready for action as a result of Martin’s vintage-ification aging process. Full neck profile feels familiar as family, with a 1 23/32” nut that’s very easy in hand. Madagascar Rosewood with Adirondack Spruce on top, you just can’t go wrong.
Other keywords: cf martin, lutherie, dreadnaught, allen shadd, 45 style, adriondack, pre-war, maddie, tkl, 2187644
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Adirondack (Red), Rosewood - Madagascar 
2008 Martin Custom OM-28V, Madagascar Rosewood/Italian Spruce
Martin’s Custom Shop team does it right. Here’s a great example from 2008 that’s outfitted with Madagascar Rosewood back and sides, Italian Spruce top, and 42-style Abalone appointments for flair, plus a Flamed Spanish Cedar neck and Modified V profile. Through a venetian cutaway into the mix? Why not! Then cap off this Custom Shop OM-28V with Waverly tuners and an Abalone torch inlaid at the headstock.
Other keywords: cf martin, lutherie, 1237157, tkl, ooo, 14-fret, orchestra model, mod v, maple
SOLD Read moreScale Length 25.4 in Nut Width 1.75 in String Spacing 2.313 in Woods Spruce - Italian, Rosewood - Madagascar