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MARTIN | Product Code:
833066
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MARTIN Used D-28 Authentic 1937 VTS Martin
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$7,344.00
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Product Condition
| Brand New | Unused, as sold. |
|---|---|
| Mint | Like new, no flaws. |
| Excellent | Barely used, very minor wear. |
| Very Good | Light wear, fully functional. |
| Good | Visible wear, plays fine. |
| Fair | Heavy wear, still playable. |
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MARTIN Used D-28 Authentic 1937 VTS Martin
Regular price
$7,344.00
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Description
Description
~A superb pre-owned D-28 Authentic 1937 VTS Madagascar Rosewood model has arrived~
The D-28 Authentic 1937 VTS is the ultimate reissue model, a 1937 D-28 reproduced by the skilled craftsmen of the Martin Custom Shop.
This particular guitar was manufactured in 2014 and is extremely rare, with a VTS-treated Adirondack spruce top and Madagascar rosewood back and sides, which are no longer available for order.
In order to reproduce the sound of that time, measurements were taken from the original 1937 model owned by the Martin Museum, and the design was faithfully produced based on documents from that time.
The hand-scalloped 1937 Authentic forward-shift scalloped bracing, hide glue, neck shape, painted pickguard, and thickness of the headstock, fingerboard, and bridge are all perfectly reproduced. The finish is a luxurious semi-gloss, ultra-thin lacquer.
Perhaps because the previous owner was a player, this guitar sounds so amazing that you can't help but exclaim, "This is truly authentic!"
The combination of Adirondack and Madagascar rosewood produces a rich, lustrous, and elegantly sweet tone. The forward-shift scalloped bracing and thick V-neck create a dynamic range that's sure to captivate.
This is a wonderful guitar that could be called the ultimate vintage replica, but its sound has the potential to go beyond the realm of a replica. This is a masterpiece that could be called the ultimate D-28 proposed by Martin today.
There are small dents and scratches throughout the guitar, but no major, noticeable damage, and it is in good condition, showing that it has been played with care.
This guitar has been properly set up by our partner workshop, resulting in excellent playability. There is minimal swelling or deformation of the top, and there is plenty of spare frets and saddles.
An authentic Madagascar rose period piece that is hard to find these days!
Don't miss this opportunity to purchase it!
[Repairs at our store]
- Back bracing peeled and glued - Fingerboard repair and refret - Nut and saddle replaced - Pickup battery replaced (there are signs of leakage on the terminals)
-SPEC-
Top Material: Adirondack Spruce with VTS
Brace Material: Adirondack Spruce with VTS
Bracing Pattern: Authentic 1937 Forward Shifted X Scalloped Brace
Back Material: Madagascar Rosewood
Neck Material: Madagascar Rosewood
Neck Shape: Authentic 1937 Standard Taper
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4'' (approx. 44.5mm)
Scale Length: 25.4 (approx. 645.2 mm)
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style : Authentic Belly - Glue in Long Saddle
Rosette: Multi-Stripe
Binding: Grained Ivoroid
Top Inlay Material: Bold Herringbone
Headstock Shape: Solid with 1937 Taper and Diamond
Headplate Material: Madagascar Rosewood
Fingerboard Inlay Style: 1937 Diamond & Square Long
Finish: Vintage Gloss
Tuning Machines : Waverly Nickel Open Back
Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern
Case: Original Hardshell
The D-28 Authentic 1937 VTS is the ultimate reissue model, a 1937 D-28 reproduced by the skilled craftsmen of the Martin Custom Shop.
This particular guitar was manufactured in 2014 and is extremely rare, with a VTS-treated Adirondack spruce top and Madagascar rosewood back and sides, which are no longer available for order.
In order to reproduce the sound of that time, measurements were taken from the original 1937 model owned by the Martin Museum, and the design was faithfully produced based on documents from that time.
The hand-scalloped 1937 Authentic forward-shift scalloped bracing, hide glue, neck shape, painted pickguard, and thickness of the headstock, fingerboard, and bridge are all perfectly reproduced. The finish is a luxurious semi-gloss, ultra-thin lacquer.
Perhaps because the previous owner was a player, this guitar sounds so amazing that you can't help but exclaim, "This is truly authentic!"
The combination of Adirondack and Madagascar rosewood produces a rich, lustrous, and elegantly sweet tone. The forward-shift scalloped bracing and thick V-neck create a dynamic range that's sure to captivate.
This is a wonderful guitar that could be called the ultimate vintage replica, but its sound has the potential to go beyond the realm of a replica. This is a masterpiece that could be called the ultimate D-28 proposed by Martin today.
There are small dents and scratches throughout the guitar, but no major, noticeable damage, and it is in good condition, showing that it has been played with care.
This guitar has been properly set up by our partner workshop, resulting in excellent playability. There is minimal swelling or deformation of the top, and there is plenty of spare frets and saddles.
An authentic Madagascar rose period piece that is hard to find these days!
Don't miss this opportunity to purchase it!
[Repairs at our store]
- Back bracing peeled and glued - Fingerboard repair and refret - Nut and saddle replaced - Pickup battery replaced (there are signs of leakage on the terminals)
-SPEC-
Top Material: Adirondack Spruce with VTS
Brace Material: Adirondack Spruce with VTS
Bracing Pattern: Authentic 1937 Forward Shifted X Scalloped Brace
Back Material: Madagascar Rosewood
Neck Material: Madagascar Rosewood
Neck Shape: Authentic 1937 Standard Taper
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4'' (approx. 44.5mm)
Scale Length: 25.4 (approx. 645.2 mm)
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style : Authentic Belly - Glue in Long Saddle
Rosette: Multi-Stripe
Binding: Grained Ivoroid
Top Inlay Material: Bold Herringbone
Headstock Shape: Solid with 1937 Taper and Diamond
Headplate Material: Madagascar Rosewood
Fingerboard Inlay Style: 1937 Diamond & Square Long
Finish: Vintage Gloss
Tuning Machines : Waverly Nickel Open Back
Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern
Case: Original Hardshell
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■ Condition
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* Voltage
All electrical products are intended for the Japanese market and are designed for 100 V operation.
About us
Founded in 1975, Ikebe Music is one of Japan's largest general music stores.Thanks to its long history and proven track record, it has earned the trust of musicians and music fans not only in Japan but around the world.
Ikebe Music ships not only within Japan, but also overseas.As a well-known retailer of used musical instruments in Japan, we have a wide selection of used and vintage instruments.
We have a wide variety of unusual and rare instruments, so please take a look.Please note that we do not list new products, as our contracts with our suppliers prohibit international shipping.
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In Japan, we have about 30 stores in Tokyo (Ikebukuro, Shibuya, Akihabara) and Osaka.
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