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⬇️Martin Guitars' Flagship Model: The Ultimate “Tree of Life”
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Martin / 2002 D-50 Deluxe
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“A Work of Art Limited to 50 Pieces Worldwide”
The abalone shell inlays scattered throughout the guitar are so breathtakingly beautiful they leave you speechless.
The body wood alone is rare, but with inlay work applied as if gilded with foil, this is a work of art that transcends even the highest standards.
The Adirondack spruce features a bearclaw figure, a clear indication that rare materials were used—as befits the Style-50, a special edition model. The
herringbone trim and rosette are adorned with intricate abalone shell inlay work.
The pickguard also features vine inlays and is covered with a protective sheet to prevent scratches. The inlays, meticulously assembled from
tiny pieces of abalone, are truly mesmerizing.
Brazilian rosewood, with its bold grain, is used for the sides and back, and is accented with purfling, a backstrip, and vine inlays that complement the rosewood.
It gives the impression of a Brazilian rosewood canvas adorned with a frame of abalone shell.
The fingerboard is adorned with a beautiful “Tree of Life” design so intricate it almost conceals the ebony.
Additionally, abalone inlays grace the sides of the fingerboard, making one wonder just how much time must have been spent on this fingerboard alone.
The ebony bridge features flower and vine inlays on both sides and the bottom. The bridge pins, positioned to rest atop the
vines, are made of fossil ivory.
Star sapphires adorn the tops of the bridge pins.
The neck is made of mahogany, and abalone shell inlays follow the contours of the fingerboard binding and the neck’s shape.
The heel cap is made of Brazilian rosewood and features an inlay of a single flower and vines.
The headstock, made of Brazilian rosewood veneer, is adorned with abalone shell around the perimeter and designed to serve as the culmination of the “Tree of Life” motif extending from the fingerboard, featuring a flower.
The Martin logo is also lavishly inlaid with abalone shell.
The tuning machines are gold WAVERLY open-back tuners, featuring lily-inspired engravings that complement the inlay design without detracting from it.
The body end is also adorned with luxurious vine inlays, and the strap pin, like the bridge pin, is accented with a star sapphire gemstone.
The intricate decorations shine beautifully down to the finest details.
Adorned with inlays depicting vibrant vines and blooming flowers—which will continue to shine even as time passes—this instrument exudes charm alongside its rich, resonant tone.
[Comment by Hoshino]
It is no exaggeration to say that the beautiful inlays on the “Tree of Life”—the top-of-the-line model—demonstrate the high level of craftsmanship at Martin.
It produces a beautiful tone that makes you realize, “This is what a dazzling tone is all about.”
[Specifications/Included Case]
TOP: Adirondack Spruce
BACK/SIDES: Brazilian Rosewood
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE: Ebony
NECK: Genuine Mahogany
NUT WIDTH: 42.9mm
SCALE: 645mm
CASE: Original 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 inspection.
- While there are some
play-related scratches, scuffs, and minor blemishes, the guitar is in beautiful condition—free of cracks and weather checking.
[Playing Condition]
- There is no muffled sound or buzzing; the instrument plays well.
- String action at the 12th fret: 2.4 mm on the 6th string side, 1.9 mm on the 1st string side -
Saddle projection: approx. 2.0 mm to 2.5 mm
[Peace of Mind Warranty: 6 Months]
[Mail-Order Assurance Service]
Since we cannot offer customers the opportunity to try out the instrument when purchasing via 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.
February 25, 2026
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