Explanation
Martin / 1995 000-42EC First Year
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Released in 1995 as a limited edition of 461 guitars worldwide, this model marked Eric Clapton’s first signature guitar and is a rare first-year example.
The elegant, ornate finish inspired by the Style-42 is truly beautiful.
A hallmark of Clapton models is the V-shaped neck.
It is a standard feature on all of his signature models and is a crucial element that supports his playing.
The label inside the soundhole bears his handwritten signature.
Two cracks at the top of the soundhole have been repaired; since patches (reinforcement plates) have been applied from the back, you can play this guitar with confidence.
Cracks have been repaired along the abalone inlays on both sides of the fingerboard end.
Although there is some damage to the lacquer finish on top of the abalone, the area underneath is reinforced with bracing and a spruce reinforcement plate (common to both the 000 and 42 models), ensuring structural integrity.
There are signs of a neck reset at the neck heel.
This is an effective method for repairing areas where the truss rod has limited effect, and it can significantly improve both playability and tone.
[Staff Comment: Hoshino]
As Clapton’s first-year commemorative signature model, the Style-42’s snowflake inlays, vertical logo, and decorative accents on the top give it a luxurious appearance.
It produces a lustrous and rich tone.
[Specs/Included Case]
TOP: Sitka Spruce
BACK/SIDES: Indian Rosewood
NECK: Mahogany
FINGERBOARD: Ebony
BRIDGE: Ebony
NUT WIDTH: 45mm
SCALE: 632mm
CASE: Martin Hard Shell Case
[Repair/Modification History / Replaced Parts / Cosmetic Condition, etc.]
*Please note that as this is a used/vintage item, the information provided is based on our in-store inspection.
Thank you for your understanding.
- The top of the body shows playwear, scuffs, and small dents from regular use, but these do not affect playability, and the guitar can be used with confidence.
- There is a crack repair above the soundhole.
- There are crack repairs along the abalone inlays on both sides of the fingerboard end.
- There are signs that the neck has been reset at the neck heel.
- The nut has been replaced.
[Playing Condition]
- There is no muffled sound or buzzing; the instrument plays well.
- String action at the 12th fret: 2.2 mm on the 4th string side, 1.9 mm on the 1st string side. -
Saddle height: approx. 1.5 mm
[Peace of Mind Warranty: 6 months]
[Mail-Order Assurance Service]
Since we are unable to offer customers the opportunity to try out the instrument when purchasing through mail order, we provide a 6-day trial period after the product arrives. Please take your time to try out the product
at home, and if you are not satisfied,
we will refund the purchase price. *The customer is responsible for round-trip shipping costs.
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If your instrument malfunctions or stops producing sound after purchase, we will provide service free of charge. The warranty period varies by product.
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For defects arising from normal use, we will provide free service for either 1 month or 6 months after purchase.
Wind Instruments (Up to 1 Year)
Upon arrival, we clean the interior of the instrument, replace consumables as needed, and perform any necessary repairs and maintenance. If the instrument malfunctions or stops producing sound during normal use, we will repair it free of charge.
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