Martin D-45 Custom Shop White 2021
MARTIN D-45 CUSTOM WHITE
- Year: 2021
- Country of origin: USA
- Serial number: 2556182
- Model: Custom D-45 White
- Body Size: Dreadnought (14-fret)
- Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce
- Back & Sides Material: Solid Maple
- Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany
- Fingerboard & Bridge: Solid Black Ebony
- Inlays: Style 45 Abalone Hexagons (fretboard) and Abalone purfling on top, sides, and back
- Binding: Antique White
- Scale Length: 25.4"
- Nut Width: 1 3/4"
- Bracing: Scalloped, Forward-Shifted X-Brace
- Finish: Full Gloss (White)
- Hardware: Gold Open Gear tuners
- Condition: 9/10
- Case: Original Martin case
Comments:
This Martin D-45 is a high-end Custom Shop instrument that blends Martin’s flagship dreadnought design with a rare tonewood configuration. While the standard D-45 typically uses Rosewood back and sides, this custom model features Maple, offering a brighter, more punchy tonal profile. The serial number 2556182 officially dates the completion of the guitar's body to 2021. The Japanese warranty date of June 13, 2023, likely represents its "birth date" (when it was fully completed and passed final inspection) or the date it was officially received by the distributor in Japan. Maple back and sides on a D-45 are highly uncommon; Maple is known for high "transparency," meaning it doesn't add many overtones of its own, allowing the Sitka Spruce top's natural character to shine. The use of abalone all around (top, sides, and back) is the signature of the "Style 45" ornamentation.
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MARTIN D-45 CUSTOM WHITE
- Year: 2021
- Country of origin: USA
- Serial number: 2556182
- Model: Custom D-45 White
- Body Size: Dreadnought (14-fret)
- Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce
- Back & Sides Material: Solid Maple
- Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany
- Fingerboard & Bridge: Solid Black Ebony
- Inlays: Style 45 Abalone Hexagons (fretboard) and Abalone purfling on top, sides, and back
- Binding: Antique White
- Scale Length: 25.4"
- Nut Width: 1 3/4"
- Bracing: Scalloped, Forward-Shifted X-Brace
- Finish: Full Gloss (White)
- Hardware: Gold Open Gear tuners
- Condition: 9/10
- Case: Original Martin case
Comments:
This Martin D-45 is a high-end Custom Shop instrument that blends Martin’s flagship dreadnought design with a rare tonewood configuration. While the standard D-45 typically uses Rosewood back and sides, this custom model features Maple, offering a brighter, more punchy tonal profile. The serial number 2556182 officially dates the completion of the guitar's body to 2021. The Japanese warranty date of June 13, 2023, likely represents its "birth date" (when it was fully completed and passed final inspection) or the date it was officially received by the distributor in Japan. Maple back and sides on a D-45 are highly uncommon; Maple is known for high "transparency," meaning it doesn't add many overtones of its own, allowing the Sitka Spruce top's natural character to shine. The use of abalone all around (top, sides, and back) is the signature of the "Style 45" ornamentation.
ALL EU PURCHASES ARE DELIVERED WITH TAXES AND DUTIES PAID
All purchases include EU taxes/duties paid, i.e., nothing further is due on receipt of goods to any EU state.
WHY BUY FROM US
We are one of the world's leading specialists in used and vintage gear with over 30 years of experience. Prior to shipping, each item will be fully serviced and professionally packed.
SELL - TRADE - CONSIGN
If you are looking to sell, trade or consign any of your classic gear, please contact us by message.
WORLDWIDE COLLECTION - DELIVERY
We offer personal delivery and collection services worldwide with offices/locations in London, Amsterdam, and Chicago.
VALUATION SERVICE
If you require a valuation of any of your classic gear, please forward a brief description and pictures and we will come back to you ASAP.
