Martin Guitar

D42 Special

$12,199 USD
 
Martin Guitar - D42 Special in Lexington KY

Product Information

In conjunction with former Martin employee Dick Boak, Martin Guitar is proud to introduce a stunning high-end Dreadnought model: the D-42 Special. The idea for this model began nearly 25 years ago when Martin installed its first laser engraving machine, and Boak began experimenting with various ways to utilize it. Boak created an intricate pen and ink illustration of a complex floral design that was meant to be laser engraved into a tortoise pickguard, but the material proved unable to be safely engraved. Fast-forward 23 years, Boak came across his original illustration and thought it would make a beautiful piece if inlaid with pearl. He was right! Working with Bill Seymour and Jeremy Chism at Pearlworks, the trio modified the artwork to allow for the detailed pearl inlay work. The resulting prototype won the approval of Chris Martin IV, who asked Boak to expand the design to the fingerboard and headstock. The model also features premium-grade East Indian rosewood back and sides, with the highest grade of spruce selected for the soundboard. Scalloped forward-shifted X-bracing ensures the open projection for which Martin guitars are prized. Additional vintage-inspired appointments include antique white bindings; abalone inlay along the perimeter of the top, fingerboard extension, and rosette; a full gloss finish with top aging toner; and nickel open-gear tuning machines with butterbean knobs.

Not in stock. Contact a dealer for info.
Change

Select a Store

Selected Store

16 locations
15 other locations

Guitar Center

3801 Mall Rd
Lexington, KY 40503
Other Martin Guitar Available
4.2 mi
Info

Willis Music Lexington

130 West Tiverton Way
Lexington, ky 40503
Other Martin Guitar Available
Store Pickup Available
4.4 mi
Closed Open today
at 11am
Info

Guitar Center

4600 Shelbyville Rd Suite 613
Louisville, KY 40207
Other Martin Guitar Available
62.9 mi
Info

Willis Music Kenwood Galleria

8118 Montgomery Rd #16a
Cincinnati, OH 45236
Other Martin Guitar Available
80.7 mi
Closed Open today
at 11am
Info

Willis Music Eastgate

4450 Eastgate S Dr Ste 235
Cincinnati, OH 45245
Other Martin Guitar Available
73.9 mi
Closed Open today
at 11am
Info

Third Rock Music Center

1232 8 Mile Rd
Cincinnati, OH 45255
Other Martin Guitar Available
72.0 mi
Closed Open today
at 11am
Info

Guitar Center

4999 Houston Rd
Florence, KY 41042
Other Martin Guitar Available
67.7 mi
Info

Willis Music Florence

7567 Mall Rd
Florence, KY 41042
Other Martin Guitar Available
66.9 mi
Closed Open today
at 11am
Info

Willcutt Guitars Retail Shop

406 Rosemont Garden
Lexington, KY 40503
Authorized Martin Guitar Dealer
1.9 mi
Info

Currier's Music World

309 W Main St
Richmond, KY 40475
Authorized Martin Guitar Dealer
23.3 mi
Info

Rick's Music & Electronic Shop

2833 Main St #8988
Clay City, KY 40312
Authorized Martin Guitar Dealer
35.6 mi
Info

Nb Kendrick Custom Guitars

787 Kendrick Ridge Rd
Frenchburg, KY 40322
Authorized Martin Guitar Dealer
51.1 mi
Info

Barneys Guitar Service

363 Hillcrest Ave
Louisville, KY 40206
Authorized Martin Guitar Dealer
66.0 mi
Info

Maxwell's House of Music

1710 E 10th St
Jeffersonville, IN 47130
Authorized Martin Guitar Dealer
68.6 mi
Info

Planet Acoustic

212 Public Square
Columbia, KY 42728
Authorized Martin Guitar Dealer
78.3 mi
Info

Cook Instrument Repair

7380 Industrial Rd
Florence, KY 41042
Authorized Martin Guitar Dealer
65.2 mi
Info

Product Information

In conjunction with former Martin employee Dick Boak, Martin Guitar is proud to introduce a stunning high-end Dreadnought model: the D-42 Special. The idea for this model began nearly 25 years ago when Martin installed its first laser engraving machine, and Boak began experimenting with various ways to utilize it. Boak created an intricate pen and ink illustration of a complex floral design that was meant to be laser engraved into a tortoise pickguard, but the material proved unable to be safely engraved. Fast-forward 23 years, Boak came across his original illustration and thought it would make a beautiful piece if inlaid with pearl. He was right! Working with Bill Seymour and Jeremy Chism at Pearlworks, the trio modified the artwork to allow for the detailed pearl inlay work. The resulting prototype won the approval of Chris Martin IV, who asked Boak to expand the design to the fingerboard and headstock. The model also features premium-grade East Indian rosewood back and sides, with the highest grade of spruce selected for the soundboard. Scalloped forward-shifted X-bracing ensures the open projection for which Martin guitars are prized. Additional vintage-inspired appointments include antique white bindings; abalone inlay along the perimeter of the top, fingerboard extension, and rosette; a full gloss finish with top aging toner; and nickel open-gear tuning machines with butterbean knobs.

Product Reviews

There are no reviews yet for Martin Guitar: D42 Special .

Write a Review