Description
Martin / 1972 D-41
In 1969, the D-41 was introduced, featuring a more restrained D-45 decoration to reduce costs.
While costs were lowered, the wood grades remained unchanged. By reducing the use of abalone shell inlay, you can enjoy the rich, resonant tone of Martin's top-tier 40 series.
ーSpruce sourced from Central Europe
German spruce is used for the top.
This spruce is characterized by its hardness and rich overtones, making it one of the premium woods used in stringed instruments like violins.
The body's edges feature white celluloid alongside beautiful, shimmering abalone shell purfling.
There is a repaired dent on the upper right of the top (above the pickguard), but it has been neatly restored.
The rosette also features vibrant decoration made from abalone shell.
The sides and back utilize straight-grained Indian rosewood.
Although rosewood species changed around the 1970s, the wood used here boasts such beautiful grain patterns that it doesn't suggest this change.
The omission of abalone shell on the sides and back is a point differing from the D-45.
The fingerboard is ebony, featuring hexagon inlays made from beautiful-patterned abalone shell that rivals the D-45.
The fingerboard edge is also adorned with white binding.
The neck is crafted from mahogany, featuring a V-shaped profile for a comfortable fit.
The neck thickness strikes a perfect balance, neither too thick nor too thin, ensuring comfortable playability.
Ebony is used for the bridge, matching the fingerboard, and it features a short saddle.
White bridge pins are used, and abalone shell is also visible in the dots.
The rosewood veneer headstock features the signature vertical logo (commonly known as the vertical logo), representing the pinnacle of craftsmanship. The rounded headstock shape is characteristic of this period.
It is equipped with GROVER 102 tuning machines bearing the "PAT" stamp.
The smooth gears provide a comfortable tuning experience.
The D-41 is not simply a budget version of the D-45; it is the ideal instrument for players who find the D-45's resonance too overwhelming.
However, its rich, resonant tone throughout the instrument is undoubtedly one of the defining characteristics of Martin's 40 series.
[Specs/Case]
TOP: German Spruce
BACK/SIDES: Indian Rosewood
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE: Ebony
NECK: Mahogany
NUT WIDTH: 42.5mm
SCALE: 645mm
CASE: Non-Original Hard Shell Case
[Condition]
- The body top shows weather checking and minor playing scratches, but there are no cracks and it is in good condition.
- String height at the 12th fret: 2.5mm on the 6th string side, 1.5mm on the 1st string side.
- Saddle relief: Approximately 3.0mm to 3.2mm.
- The pickguard has been replaced.
- A small wood filler patch is present near the 1st fret on the neck back.
- There is a repaired dent mark on the upper right of the body top (next to the fingerboard).
[Peace of Mind Warranty: 6 months]
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