{"product_id":"1970-d-45","title":"1970 D-45","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMartin \/ 1970 D-45\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Demo Video]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cvideo controls=\"controls\" width=\"100%\" height=\"auto\"\u003e \u003csource src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/videos\/c\/o\/v\/6a25dc7cbba44c79a6713cb6084044e8.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\"\u003e  Your browser does not support video tags. \u003c\/source\u003e\u003c\/video\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"The D-45, of which only 81 were produced\"\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e From late 1969 through 1970, Brazilian rosewood—which had been used for the sides and back—was replaced with Indian rosewood due to the Washington Convention (CITES).\u003cbr\u003eIn particular, only 81 D-45s were produced in 1970.\u003cbr\u003eAmong them, a D-45 like this one, which has retained such beautiful cosmetic condition, is extremely rare.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Beautiful straight-grained Indian rosewood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIndian rosewood is used for the sides and back. Although this instrument was made during the transition period between wood types, it features Indian rosewood with beautiful brown contrast and a straight grain.\u003cbr\u003eAs this is the special D-45 model, it is evident that high-quality wood was carefully selected.\u003cbr\u003eThe sides and back are adorned with white celluloid and abalone shell inlays.\u003cbr\u003eThe intricate inlay work demonstrates the high level of craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_1125_6df8c7da-8596-480c-9a6f-451b6812d526.jpg?v=1773448561\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Back Strips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe D-45’s signature multicolored design is Recruit.\u003cbr\u003eThe colorful lines stand out beautifully against the straight-grained rosewood.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_1147_07ad25b0-b4ae-4126-a9d9-bb098829c7df.jpg?v=1773448561\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Top\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe top features fine-grained, rare German spruce.\u003cbr\u003eThe body is adorned with white celluloid and abalone shell purfling that shimmers beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_1108_881f0b16-a6b6-4770-a404-e99effbf8f1f.jpg?v=1773448560\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Pickguard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA black pickguard is standard, but this instrument has been fitted with a tortoiseshell-patterned pickguard.\u003cbr\u003eIt is a very atmospheric material that allows the wood grain and soundhole ring to show through.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_1114_2f9e219e-cfc0-48ef-ab91-a1ea6660a44b.jpg?v=1773448560\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Soundhole\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe soundhole is adorned with a white and black ring, as well as an abalone rosette.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_1141_5d7e3d13-35cd-44a0-8a11-63cbca952f04.jpg?v=1773448560\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eーFingerboard\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fingerboard, finished in ebony and edged with white binding, features hexagonal abalone shell inlays that illuminate the jet-black surface.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_1112_6498492c-a9ec-4850-9fe9-a23f025e2f4b.jpg?v=1773448560\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Neck\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe mahogany neck, with its moderate thickness, is finished in a gentle V-shape.\u003cbr\u003eVolute shaping has been carefully applied to ensure structural integrity.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_1129_aa63289c-f305-4111-bc3e-a8a9492a4c3e.jpg?v=1773448560\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eーBridge\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe ebony down-belly bridge is fitted with a short saddle.\u003cbr\u003eThe white bridge pins have been replaced with ivoroid ones.\u003cbr\u003eThe pins, featuring a beautiful distinctive pattern, are adorned with abalone dots.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_1115_26a4c916-244e-42e7-884f-f13bdd46c83f.jpg?v=1773448560\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_1116_94e18487-ac72-45cf-8cb8-7dfaa7e0b6a9.jpg?v=1773448560\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Headstock\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs a remnant of previous years, the use of Brazilian rosewood for the veneer is a specification unique to this era.\u003cbr\u003eIt was also during this period that the headstock shape changed from a rounded profile to a more angular one.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_1113_c1405b28-19bc-4a7b-b6d6-f365dad33304.jpg?v=1773448560\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e—Vertical Logo\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCommonly known as the \"vertical logo,\" the C.F. Martin logo features a slender \"M\" and a distinctive \"R\" font.\u003cbr\u003eFrom the 1970s onward, the \"M\" in the logo began to appear in a bolder font.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_1143_4c70834a-f620-4211-a4fd-22c14e90459f.jpg?v=1773448561\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e- Tuning Machines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is equipped with a Grover 102 model featuring a \"PAT\" engraving.\u003cbr\u003eThe use of flathead screws on the knob sides is also a characteristic of GROVER tuners used in the 1970s.\u003cbr\u003eThe 4th string peg has been replaced with one featuring a longer post (marked with \"PAT\").\u003cbr\u003eAdditionally, while the PAT markings on the 1st–3rd and 5th–6th strings are on the inside, the marking on the 4th string peg is on the outside, confirming that it has been replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/th_IMG_1130_8617f6c8-9b17-41b9-a6e6-0d2f59f343d8.jpg?v=1773448560\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Staff Comment: Hoshino]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0608\/1321\/3933\/files\/CB0339EB-4C34-40C5-B914-B83A1F4BE540_1_201_a_1_572376b9-c9fd-4f30-9e8f-17f363a8802c.jpg?v=1773448389\" alt=\"\" width=\"151\" height=\"151\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn addition to possessing features typical of instruments from the 1970s—such as changes in wood specifications and logo typography—this particular model is in excellent condition for its age, despite being one of only 81 ever produced. It is quite rare to come across one like this, and I believe many collectors are searching for it.\u003cbr\u003eDon’t miss out on this rare instrument!\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Specs\/Included Case]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTOP: German Spruce\u003cbr\u003eBACK\/SIDES: Indian Rosewood\u003cbr\u003eFINGERBOARD\/BRIDGE: Ebony\u003cbr\u003eNECK: Mahogany\u003cbr\u003eNUT WIDTH: 42mm\u003cbr\u003eSCALE: 642mm\u003cbr\u003eCASE: Original Hard Shell Case\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Repair\/Modification History \/ Replaced Parts \/ Cosmetic Condition, etc.]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Please note that this is a used\/vintage item, and the information provided is based on our inspection.\u003cbr\u003ePlease be aware of this in advance.\u003cbr\u003e- \u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is a slight gap at the center joint of the body top under the bridge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*Repair and reinforcement are available for a fee.\u003cbr\u003e- The 4th string tuner has been replaced.\u003cbr\u003e- A strap pin has been added to the neck heel.\u003cbr\u003e- The bridge pins have been replaced.\u003cbr\u003e- The pickguard has been replaced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Playing Condition]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e- String height at the 12th fret: 2.6 mm on the 6th string side, 2.1 mm on the 1st string side\u003cbr\u003e- Saddle height: approx. 2.0mm–2.5mm\u003cbr\u003e-There is no muffling or buzzing, and the playing condition is excellent.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e[Warranty Information]\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAs this is a consignment item, our store warranty does not apply.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOf course, after purchase, we are happy to discuss adjustments, repairs, etc. (for a fee) upon request.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note that this item is not eligible for our online trial service. 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