Explanation
🔽Tokyo's Shin-Okubo New Landmark: "Martin D-45 Forest"
~A Thorough Comparison of 13 Guitars Including Pre-War Models Up to 1998~
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Martin / 1998 D-45 Brazilian Rosewood
The D-45 debuted as a regular model in 1938.
This instrument is a reproduction of the D-45 from that era.
It possesses a distinct elegance and appearance different from the D-45 known today, so let me introduce it.
ーPremium Top Wood
The top is crafted from Engelmann spruce, boasting a beautiful amber-like coloring.
Its fine, evenly arranged grain is a pleasure to behold.
The body binding is ivoroid, and the purfling features abalone shell inlay.
The pickguard features an inlaid tortoiseshell pattern.
You can see it's thin enough to feel the spruce's textured grain.
The sides and back are luxuriously crafted from rare Brazilian rosewood, its distinctive striped grain is mesmerizing.
The binding and purfling, like the top, utilize ivoroid and abalone shell.
The fingerboard is ebony, featuring the snowflake inlay typical of around 1938. Alongside the ivoroid binding on the fingerboard sides, it also boasts abalone shell decoration.
Since hexagon inlays were introduced starting in 1939, this instrument clearly replicates the original D-45 models from that era.
The neck is crafted from mahogany, featuring a soft V-shape with a comfortable thickness that fits well in the hand.
The bridge is made of ebony, featuring snowflake inlays at the ends and a long saddle.
The rosewood veneer headstock features ivoroid cells adorned with abalone shell inlay, enhanced by a vertical logo for added elegance.
WAVERLY open-back tuners complete the authentic look.
Its pre-war D-45-like appearance and beautiful finish exude a charm distinct from other D-45s.
Its tone is both vibrant and brilliant, making it a guitar you'll want to play forever.
[Specs/Case Included]
TOP : Engelmann Spruce
BACK/SIDES: Brazilian Rosewood
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE: Ebony
NECK: Mahogany
Nut Width: 43mm
SCALE : 645.5mm
CASE: Original Hard Shell Case
[Condition]
- No noticeable scratches or dents; it maintains a beautiful condition.
- Plays well with no muffled notes or buzzing.
- String height at 12th fret: 2.7mm (6th string side), 2.0mm (1st string side)
- Nut height: Approximately 4.0mm
- Nut, saddle, and frets newly replaced
[Peace of Mind Warranty: 6 months]
[Mail-Order Assurance Service]
For mail-order purchases, since we cannot provide customers with an opportunity to try the instrument, we offer a 6-day trial period after the product arrives.
Please try the product thoroughly at home. If you are not satisfied, we will refund the purchase price.
※ Return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility.
February 25, 2026
Scheduled for shipment
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