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Martin D-21 Special - w/hsc --- $3849 List Price

Martin guitars introduced the D-21 in 1955. The Model 21 was similar to the model 28 except instead of the modern ivoroid binding it sported a nice multi-ply wood binding. The early ones had brazilian rosewood back and sides and spruce tops, but like all the other Martins of the day when the Brazilian ran out they began using Indian rosewood which they still use. The D-21 Special is a combination of modern elements and throwbacks to the old days.

This is a standard Martin Dreadnought size guitar with Rosewood back and sides and a Sitka spruce top. It has multi-ply wood binding, an ebony pyramid bridge, and ebony fingerboard. It has a fossil ivory saddle, a fossil ivory nut and some nice vintage style tuners. It has a low-profile neck, a tortise pickguard. The nut width is 1 3/4" and the scale length is 25.4".

This is a fantastic huge sounding guitar. It plays wonderfully and has a really neat aesthetic. These are a neat combination of the new and old. The neck shape is comfortable whether you are a flatpicker or a fingerpicker. It has a deep tight bass side and a bright sparkly treble side. It is really one of the coolest things happening at the Martin factory because it is so unique come check it out at the Pickin' Parlor or go to:

www.mguitar.com

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