Martin Guitars decided to pull out all the stops for their 200th anniversary in 1996 by building 200 guitars to rigorous specifications. 91 of those 200 were built from Brazilian Rosewood, and 109 were built with East Indian Rosewood sets for the back and sides. Though the D-45 we have here is of the latter category, the rich, enveloping tone of this guitar sounds like it’s actually made from Brazilian. Martin Guitars employed master grade Sitka Spruce for the top, giving this guitar a huge, open sound that responds brilliantly to a flatpicking approach. All registers are absolutely clear and balanced; each note is harmonious. Martin’s forward scalloped bracing system provides exceptional projection while preserving the dynamism of the tone, and the instrument weilds a voice with is commanding without being overwhelming. This D-45 is the pinnacle of dreadnought construction, and these 200th Anniversary D-45s in particular demonstrate how function can coexist with regal Abalone appointments to both sound, and look, mesmerizing. This guitar comes with a Cedar Creek hardshell case.
You aren't going to see many Martins like this lying around--and they're only going to become more scarce! This dreadnought cannon has a strong, visceral presence that I think flatpickers from a variety of styles will fall in love with. 
This collectible guitar is the top of the line of Martin Dreadnoughts. It's easy to play and has nice even tone and projection. | Scale Length | 25.25 in |
|---|---|
| Nut Width | 1.75 in |
| String Spacing | 2.31 in |
| Woods | Spruce - Sitka, Rosewood - Indian |
Martin Guitars decided to pull out all the stops for their 200th anniversary in 1996 by building 200 guitars to rigorous specifications. 91 of those 200 were built from Brazilian Rosewood, and 109 were built with East Indian Rosewood sets for the back and sides
You aren't going to see many Martins like this lying around--and they're only going to become more scarce. This dreadnought cannon has a strong, visceral presence that I think flatpickers from a variety of styles will fall in love with.
This collectible guitar is the top of the line of Martin Dreadnoughts. It's easy to play and has nice even tone and projection. 