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🔽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 / 2021 D-45 CTM
— A quiet pinnacle where elegance and perfection harmonize —
Martin's pinnacle creation is, before being an instrument, a consummate work of beauty—an existence that stirs the soul beyond time.
The sound woven by Adirondack spruce doesn't merely play; it "blooms as resonance within the space." Its layered harmonics are intricate, masterfully balancing power and delicacy. The soundscape, where the deep, resonant bass of Indian rosewood intertwines with sparkling highs, possesses a scale truly worthy of a flagship.
This 2021 model is less an instrument and more a pinnacle of achievement. The meticulous craftsmanship unique to custom-made instruments is evident from the moment you hold it, from the neck shape to the precision of the setup. Its exceptional sensitivity, where even the warmth of your fingertips seems to resonate through the sound, is particularly pronounced in fingerstyle playing. It amplifies the player's expressiveness, creating a sensation of moving directly toward the essence of music.
Then there's the appearance. The iconic ornamentation of the D-45 model exists here not as ostentatious flair, but as a quiet, composed elegance. It doesn't flaunt its beauty; instead, it stands deeply serene, like classical architecture. The craftsman's meticulous tension, poured into every detail, seems palpable even to the eye.
A guitar that will accompany its owner's life with profound meaning.
The D-45 is not a model anyone can play. Yet, for those who feel something in this one, it might be the sound they've been waiting for.
What stands here now is not merely a high-end model.
It is one culmination point in the Martin brand's journey of sound creation.
[Specs/Case Included]
TOP : Adirondack Spruce
BACK/SIDES : Indian Rosewood
FINGERBOARD/BRIDGE：Ebony
NECK：Mahogany
NUT WIDTH : 44.5mm
SCALE : 646.5mm
CASE : Original Hard Shell Case
[Condition]
- Some paint lifting is visible on the body back, but otherwise it's in very clean condition.
- The thin, comfortable neck offers an easy-to-grip feel that doesn't emphasize the nut width.
- The first thing you notice is the well-balanced, lustrous highs and the warm, enveloping lows.
It's not just because it's a D45; the clear articulation and the pleasant resonance of each individual note are inherent strengths of this guitar.
- String height at the 12th fret: 6th string side 2.5mm, 1st string side 2.0mm
- Saddle relief: approx. 2.5mm to 4.0mm
[Peace of Mind Warranty: 6 months]
[Mail Order Assurance Service]
Since mail order prevents customers from trying the instrument beforehand, we offer a 6-day trial period after delivery.
Test the product thoroughly at home. If you are not satisfied, we will refund the purchase price.
※ Return shipping costs are the customer's responsibility.
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Electric Guitar/ElectricBass/Effector/Amplifier (Adjustment Warranty: Up to 5 Years)
If your product malfunctions or stops producing sound after purchase, we will provide free service. The warranty period varies by product.
Acoustic Guitar (Peace of Mind Warranty: Up to 6 months)
We will provide free service for any defects arising from normal use within one month or six months after purchase.
Wind instruments (up to 1 year)
Upon arrival, we perform internal cleaning, replace consumables as needed, and carry out necessary repairs and maintenance. Should the instrument malfunction or cease to produce sound during normal use, we will address the issue free of charge.
◯Junk items come with no warranty.