Description
Martin / 1976 D-45
The D-45 is considered Martin's flagship model.
This is because, while all 40-series guitars use carefully selected wood, the D-45 features luxurious hand-applied decorations by craftsmen, including on the body and fingerboard.
Furthermore, the sound produced by the D-45 is characterized by a brilliant, rich resonance. It creates a sensation where the entire guitar resonates together, enveloping you in sound.
This instrument also possesses that rich resonance.
Vertical Logo on the Headstock
The top-tier models in the 40 series feature a style known as the vertical logo (commonly called the vertical logo).
An interesting point about this instrument is that it uses a slightly larger font compared to other 70s models.
For reference, when compared to a 1973 D-45, you can see that the 1976 model has slightly larger lettering.
The body top features finely grained Sitka spruce.
The body binding is wrapped in white celluloid, with abalone shell inlay adorning the purfling.
The soundhole rosette features white and black celluloid accented by sparkling abalone shell inlays.
The pickguard has been replaced with a beveled, glossy black pickguard.
The sides and back feature straight-grained Indian rosewood.
Like the top, the white celluloid with abalone shell inlay is eye-catching.
The fingerboard is ebony, featuring hexagonal inlays showcasing the expressive beauty of abalone.
The neck is mahogany, with a comfortably thick soft V-shape that naturally fits the hand.
Until 1985, the truss rod inside the neck was square.
The down-bowed bridge features lustrous ebony with a short saddle.
The tuning machines are unmarked GROVER 102s.
The different lengths of the 6th string posts indicate that the 3rd string peg has been replaced.
Regarding the strap hole at the body end, an enlarged hole suggests a pickup was once installed there.
I hope you can see how even within the same D-45 model, different years reveal varied expressions.
The charm of this particular instrument lies not only in its vertical logo but also in its rich resonance, enveloping you in a sound reminiscent of Steinway or Bösendorfer pianos.
[Specs/Included Case]
TOP: Sitka Spruce
BACK/SIDES: Indian Rosewood
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE: Ebony
NECK: Mahogany
NUT WIDTH: 43mm
SCALE: 645mm
CASE: Original Hard Shell Case (Blue)
[Condition]
- There are some picking scratches and signs of use, but otherwise it's in very clean condition.
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-String height at 12th fret: 6th string side 2.5mm, 1st string side 2.0mm
-Saddle relief: Approx. 1.5mm to 2.0mm
-The 3rd string tuning peg has been replaced.
Crack repair history on the lower right of the soundhole.
[Mail Order Assurance Service]
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Test the product thoroughly at home. If you are not satisfied, we will refund the purchase price.
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