Martin Custom Shop / 2013 D-42 Anaheim Madagascar Rosewood
This Custom Shop D-42 is made of premium Adirondack spruce and Madagascar rosewood.
This special model was presented at the Winter NAMM in California in 2012, and was produced in small numbers and was well received.
The Adirondack spruce on the body top has a wide grain that gives it a floating, powerful appearance. You can even feel its unevenness when you actually touch it. The finish of the paint, so thin and beautiful, is the essence of Nazareth's expert craftsmanship. The Madagascar rosewood on the side backs is also very fine and elegant.
The D-42 with this combination of woods is rarely seen in the current market, and for reference, the D-42 Modern Deluxe in spruce/Indian rosewood is priced at 1,342,000 yen, while the CTM D-45 in Adirondack spruce/Madagascar rosewood is priced at The actual price is 2,400,000 yen, and even though it is a D-42, it is considered to be very expensive to make it now.
The binding is made of koa, which is also a rare material, and all these woods and decorations are well balanced and harmonized to create a beautiful figure, which I think is the great thing about this piece.
The sound is also superb. In addition to Martin's characteristic sparkling sound, the high mid rises up to the front, and the tone is comfortable with a sense of openness and separation. Each note resonates clearly, but even with strong picking, there is no fizzle, and the sound is powerful without sacrificing elegance.
The tone is lush and rich even when played fingerstyle, and even when played low, the sound is full and beautiful, making it easy to add dynamics, and I imagine it can be used in a wide range of genres as a recording device.
"Good to play and good to look at." This is one of the finest pieces that can be used quite practically, while also having a collectible aspect.
[Specs/included case] BRACING: Forward Shifted Scalloped X-Bracing TOP：Adirondack Spruce BACK/SIDES: Madagascar Rosewood NECK: Select Hardwood FINGERBOARD: Ebony BRIDGE: Ebony SCALE: 648mm NUT-WIDTH: 45mm CASE: Original Hard Shell Case Consignment
[Condition] - The condition is close to new, with only a few chips and scratches. - String height at the 12th fret: 2.5mm on the 6th string side, 2.0mm on the 1st string side. - Saddle protrusion: approx. 3mm - 3.5mm - No cracks or crack repairs
[Warranty] No adjustment warranty is included as this is a consignment item. Of course, after purchase, we will be happy to consult with you about adjustments, repairs, etc. (for a fee) upon request. Mail order trial service is not applicable. (No returns).
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1 Year Warranty (Standard) The product has been polished from the time of arrival, checked for any malfunctions, and repaired or adjusted as necessary. It is in good condition for normal use. Depending on the desired setting, there may be a charge for this service.
5-year warranty (Premium) We repair/adjust about 2,000 instruments per year.TCGAKKITC-TUNE, our repair department, repairs and adjusts about 2,000 instruments per year. If you have been using your instrument for a long time, but recently you feel that it is difficult to play, we will adjust it for you free of charge. We are also happy to consult with you about adjustments to suit your playing style. If you require special skills, we will charge you for the service.
