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New 12 String Guitar from Martin

Martin D12-28 acoustic

12 string version of the Martin D-28

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    Martin D12-28

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    1963 Martin 00-18 Guitar and Case FREE SHIPPING

    1963 Martin 00-18 Guitar and Case FREE SHIPPING

    Fresno, California, 937**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $4200

    This is a wonderful, clean, lightweight, warm sounding, easy playing 1963 vintage Martin 00-18 that you'll love! It??s in excellent playing condition with a recent neck reset and a Brazilian Rosewood bridge replacement for the shaved-down bridge was done at the same time. Other than new, Ebony bridge pins and new saddle, everything else is all original. Some dings on the top were touched up using a drop-fill lacquer method with no over-spraying. Original small Maple bridge plate is in ... more
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    One Vintage  Bass Side 30s-50s Grover Sta-Tite USA Guitar Tuner !  Martin Guild

    One Vintage Bass Side '30s-50s Grover Sta-Tite USA Guitar Tuner ! Martin Guild

    Wilmington, Delaware, 198**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $36



    One (1) Vintage Bass Side '30s-50s Grover Sta-Tite USA Guitar Tuner ! Martin & Guild GUITARS!
    As shown - ONE (1) bass side Grover bass side tuner. Good / average condition. Might be able to clean up a bit for a better appearance. Original 1930s-50s GROVER USA tuner - NOT modern repros. Will need fresh lubrication for optimal performance. BEST OF LUCK WITH THE AUCTION!
    Buyer pays shipping.
    TERMS OF SALE
    Sold 'as-is'. Used item. If there is any chance that you ... more
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    Vintage Martin DCME Cutaway Dreadnought Natural Guitar w /  Softshell Case

    Vintage Martin DCME Cutaway Dreadnought Natural Guitar w / Softshell Case

    Florence, Kentucky, 410**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $879

    MARTIN DCME DREADNOUGHT GUITAR MAHOGONY, WITH ORIGINAL MARTIN HARD CASE, SELLING AS-IS, NO WARRANTIES, REFUNDS.... more
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    Martin D-28 Guitar ?? Early 1969 ?? Exceptional

    Martin D-28 Guitar ?? Early 1969 ?? Exceptional

    Houston, Texas, 770**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $5250


    Martin D-28 Early 1969 Brazilian Rosewood
    Serial Number: 264954
    Year: Early 1969
    Condition: Excellent vintage condition (see details below)
    This is a beautiful and all-original 1969 Martin D-28, serial number 264954, in excellent condition. This is a remarkably well-preserved example of one of Martin??s most iconic dreadnoughts, complete with its original finish, wood set, and classic appointments. This was acquired many years ago from the original owner who was an amazing ... more
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    C. F. Martin & Co. ??New York?? Parlor Guitar ?? Size 2 5-17 1870??90 Pre-Serial #

    C. F. Martin & Co. ??New York?? Parlor Guitar ?? Size 2 5-17 1870??90 Pre-Serial #

    DeKalb, Illinois, 601**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $24990

    A rare and beautifully preserved example of Martin??s early craftsmanship, this C. F. Martin & Co. ??New York????stamped parlor guitar dates to the pre-1898 era, before the company began using serial numbers and the ??Nazareth, PA?? marking
    This guitar features a ladder-braced spruce top, rosewood back and sides, and ebony fingerboard and bridge ?? all hallmarks of Martin??s Size 2 body style. The body measures 17 ¾" in length with an 11 ??" lower bout, matching known specifications for... more
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    CF Martin 00-17   1951  Used Acoustic Guitar, No Reserve

    CF Martin 00-17 1951 Used Acoustic Guitar, No Reserve

    San Antonio, Texas, 782**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $50

    CF Martin 00-17 guitar
    1951 production, Nazareth PA
    Guitar is in pieces??please see all photos,
    Perfect for a project
    Will take a lot of work, but will be worth it
    Comes with all original parts and original chip board case.
    Also a new period correct bridge.

    I??m selling it no reserve so you can determine its value.

    Should be a neat satisfying project,


    Good luck!

    High bidder wins !
    ... more
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    1981 Martin D28 Acoustic Guitar

    1981 Martin D28 Acoustic Guitar

    Ladera Ranch, California, 926**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $2200

    The 1981 Martin D28 Acoustic Guitar is a professional-level instrument known for its high-quality craftsmanship and performance. Made with a spruce body and rosewood detailing, this right-handed dreadnought guitar features a ebony fretboard and 6 strings. With a total of 20 frets, this classic model is a popular choice among musicians for its rich, full sound and durability.... more
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    Martin D12-20 12-string guitar, 1974, playing beautifully and very clean

    Martin D12-20 12-string guitar, 1974, playing beautifully and very clean

    Berkeley, California, 947**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $1750

    Here's a beautiful 1974 Martin D12-20. Playing very well with good action, lovely tone and sustain, and good volume when played forcefully. Freshly set up and ready to go
    A typical top crack on the treble side was likely caused by shrinkage of the original pickguard. It has been glued and cleated very well, and a modern Martin replacement pickguard is a very close fit to the original footprint
    In excellent cosmetic condition, with one noticable blemish on the front that has been sealed ... more
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    Vintage 1962 Martin & Co 00-21 acoustic Guitar w /  1970s Martin Case  /  Nice Find

    Vintage 1962 Martin & Co 00-21 acoustic Guitar w / 1970s Martin Case / Nice Find

    Orange, California, 928**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $6750

    Nice Find for the Player or Collectororiginal Martin & Co 00-21 acoustic Guitarincludes a Martin 1970 Thermoplastic caseSerial # 186104McCabe Music store Label inside - probably added by the original Dealer that sold this guitar back in the 1960sBraz. Rosewood back and sides Tortoise Binder on front and back of bodyHas snowflake Fret inlays - not seen in 1960s guitar so may have been a custom addition from the original owner to look like a 1940s era guitar but are well done and look ... more
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    Martin 0-17 1936 Pre-War Vintage Martin Guitar w /  Case #2432

    Martin 0-17 1936 Pre-War Vintage Martin Guitar w / Case #2432

    Robertsville, Missouri, 630**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $8000

    This beautiful 1936 Martin 0-17 feels great and plays great! All Mahogany construction offers a super sweet mid-range, sweet high-end, and a lovely, tight bass with impressive headroom for its size. This guitar plays perfectly up and down the fretboard with no buzzing. As expected of a 1936 guitar, this guitar has some scratches, indentions, and finish checking in some small spots. It has had some work done to it including some cracks professionally repaired, which can??t be seen and have been ... more
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    Martin D-28P 1991 Acoustic Guitar Martin Vintage Guitar w /  Hard Case #2425

    Martin D-28P 1991 Acoustic Guitar Martin Vintage Guitar w / Hard Case #2425

    Robertsville, Missouri, 630**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $2500

    This guitar plays great and has a very nice tone. It was made in 1991 and it??s a D-28 P. It??s been kept in overall very good condition for being a 34-year old guitar. Some things to point out are some small scratches, some small indentions, some finish wear on the headstock next to the tuners, and some binding wear on the back. It looks like the binding wear on the back could have just been from the binding possibly being replaced. There??s small signs of fret use, but every fret has lots of... more
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    1971 Martin D-35 Vintage Acoustic Guitar w /  Case

    1971 Martin D-35 Vintage Acoustic Guitar w / Case

    Lancaster, California, 935**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $1995

    1971 Martin D-35 Vintage Acoustic Guitar w / Case

    Features:
    Martin D35 dreadnaught acoustic guitar
    Year - 1971
    Made In United States
    Back Material - Rosewood
    Color Family - Natural
    Fretboard Material - Ebony
    Neck Material - Mahogany
    Number of Frets - 20
    Number of Strings - 6-String
    Sides Material - Rosewood
    Top Material - Spruce
    Includes hard shell case
    Weight - 4 6 lbs
    Serial# 272785

    Condition:
    This guitar is in overall good ... more
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    Vintage Martin D-18 1970 Acoustic Guitar w /  Hard Case #2426

    Vintage Martin D-18 1970 Acoustic Guitar w / Hard Case #2426

    Robertsville, Missouri, 630**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $2500

    This is a very nice vintage 1970 Martin D-18 acoustic guitar! Talk about a guitar that looks as good as it sounds! This guitar was a players guitar and has the cool players look to it while having a very nice tone to it. We believe this guitar has had the frets redone at sometime since the frets look brand new and play great! It also looks like this guitar has had previous repairs in the past possibly dealing with the bridge, neck and bracing and fixed cracks. Not certain if there are any cracks... more
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    Martin D-18 1951 Acoustic Guitar w /  Hard Case Vintage Martin Guitar #2424

    Martin D-18 1951 Acoustic Guitar w / Hard Case Vintage Martin Guitar #2424

    Robertsville, Missouri, 630**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $7000

    This is a genuine Martin D-18 made in 1951! The serial number is 117981, dated to early 1951. This guitar has a very nice sound to it, a beautiful vintage tone that has developed over time. This Martin has had some work done to it. We don??t know everything that has been specifically done to this guitar but from what we can see, it looks to have been refinished or had an overspray at sometime in its life. It had several cracks that look to be all repaired and this guitar has a very nice ... more
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    1970 Martin D-28 ?? Clean, All Original ?? Excellent Condition ?? Vintage Tone

    1970 Martin D-28 ?? Clean, All Original ?? Excellent Condition ?? Vintage Tone

    Houston, Texas, 770**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $5250

    1970 Martin D-28 ?? Clean, All Original ?? Excellent Condition Vintage Tone (Serial #264954)
    This is a beautiful and all-original 1970 Martin D-28, serial number 264954, in excellent condition. This is a remarkably well-preserved example of one of Martin??s most iconic dreadnoughts, complete with its original finish, wood set, and classic early-1970s appointments. This was acquired many years ago from the origianl owner who was an amazing player and bought in later 69 as he remembered. This ... more
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    1967 Martin D-28

    1967 Martin D-28

    Norristown, Pennsylvania, 194**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $10000

    A 1967 Martin D-28 is a dreadnought acoustic guitar featuring a Sitka spruce top and Brazilian rosewood back and sides, known for its powerful projection and rich, warm tone with strong trebles, open mids, and deep bass.... more
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    Martin D-28 1970 - Cherryburst

    Martin D-28 1970 - Cherryburst

    Morrison, Illinois, 612**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $2900

    Martin D-28 that has been customized to a beautiful cherry sunburst finish. Serial number is 268147 which dates it to 1970. Spruce top and rosewood back and sides. It is in very good condition for its age. The neck is very straight, the saddle is low and the frets have wear that does not interfere with playability. It sounds great and plays very good. The herringbone case is not original. If you look closely at the pictures, you??ll see a few very small dings. On the bottom edge of the top, ... more
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    Martin 000-18 1957 Acoustic Guitar w /  Hard Case  #2421

    Martin 000-18 1957 Acoustic Guitar w / Hard Case #2421

    Robertsville, Missouri, 630**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $5000

    This beautiful Martin 000-18 was made in 1957 and has been kept in overall very good condition for its age. It has the common play wear that most 1950s guitars have. This includes some scratches, indentions, finish checking, and play wear. This all adds to the nice vintage player??s look of the guitar. It plays incredibly nice with a very nice tone. All of the frets play without buzzing. We don??t know all of the past history of this guitar, but from what we can see, it most likely had a re-fret... more
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    1955 Martin 00-28 G Conversion to 00-42 John Greven Adirondack Spruce

    1955 Martin 00-28 G Conversion to 00-42 John Greven Adirondack Spruce

    Lee's Summit, Missouri, 640**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $9750

    1955 Martin 00-28G Conversion to 00-42 John Greven Adirondack Spruce!
    Here is an amazing 1955 Martin 00-28G to 00-42 conversion done by John Greven. This one was a long time coming for us and it didn't disappoint! It has great specs including Adirondack Red Spruce top, original Braz Rosewood back / sides, and Greven-crafted neck. This guitar really plays easy and sounds exceptional. It's especially excellent as a fingerstyle guitar. Comes with the original hardshell case in very nice... more
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    Vintage Martin Guitar

    Vintage Martin Guitar

    Yonkers, New York, 107**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

    $1000

    Hi up for Auction is a more vintage guitar. It is signed into places in the body. It says Nazareth, Pennsylvania, and where you would turn the keys to adjust it. It says CF Martin, New York I believe this guitar part of it was made in New York and the other part was made in Nazareth Pennsylvania they said the company moved in 1838. It does have cracks in it But not where the keys are. i??m shortest thing has to go back to Martin to get redone. Someone told me to back is made out of Rosewood ... more
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    1968 Shaftesbury catalogThe 1968 Shaftesbury 'Electric Guitars' catalog was just four pages long, and contained four guitar models: the six string Barney Kessel-style 3264; and three Rickenbacker-styled semi-acoustic models: the six-string 3261, the twelve string 3262 and the 3263 bass. Shaftesbury was the house-brand of major UK distributor Rose-Morris, and seems to have been launched as a response to the company's loss of it's distribution deal with Rickenbacker. The guitars were mid-priced, and built in (initially) Japan, and later Italy, by Eko

    1970 Rose-Morris 'Exciting Electrics Wonderful Westerns Celebrated Classics' catalog

    1970 Rose_Morris catalog1970 Rose-Morris catalog, dated April 1970. It featured 6 electric guitars, 32 acoustic guitars, 3 basses and 1 steel guitar. It contains the following instruments, over 20 pages: Electric guitars: Shaftesbury 3261, 3262, 3264, 3265, 3400; Top Twenty 1970; Bass: Shaftesbury 3263, 3266; Top Twenty 1971; Acoustic guitars: Eko Rio Bravo, Rio Bravo 12, Ranchero, Ranchero 12, Colorado, Ranger, Ranger Folk, Ranger 12; Aria 1674, 1675, 1676, 1679, 1680, 1695, 'John Pearse' Jumbo, 'John Pearse' Folk; Rose-Morris 15-11, Kansas, Georgian, Florida; Suzuki 1663, 1664, 1665, 3054, 3055, 3060; Tatay 1713, 1714, 1715; Peerless 3052; Steel guitar: Aria 3425

    1971 Rose-Morris 'Exciting Electrics Wonderful Westerns' catalog

    1971 Rose_Morris catalogThe sixteen-page 1971 Rose-Morris catalog featured electric guitars by Rose-Morris' own brand, Shaftesbury, and budget brand Top Twenty; aswell as acoustics by Eko, Aria, and for the first time Ovation. The catalog contains the following instruments: Electric guitars: Shaftesbury 3261, 3264, 3265, 3400, 3402; Top Twenty 1970; Bass: Shaftesbury 3263, 3266; Top Twenty 1971; Acoustic guitars: Ovation: Balladeer, 12 String, Glen Campbell, Glen Campbell 12 string; Eko Rio Bravo, Rio Bravo 12, Ranger, Ranger Folk, Ranger 12, Colorado, Ranchero, Ranchero 12, Studio 'L'; Rose-Morris Florida; Aria 'John Pearse' Jumbo, 'John Pearse' Folk

    1972 Fender Precision bass

    1972 Fender PrecisionA detailed look at an early 1970s Fender Precision bass guitar in custom black finish, with rosewood fretboard. 1972 list price, $307.50. The Fender Precision had been shipping since at least very early 1952 - with just one re-design circa 1957. This example, then, shows a model already two decades old, but barely changed since the '57 revamp. Fender got it right first time around, and although there are numerous minor cosmetic differences, the essence of this bass is effectively the same as it was in '52: a simple, single pickup instrument with a GREAT sound. Check out the demo video through an old Ampeg B15. It's no wonder this is the bass that everybody wants!

    1967 Vox Stroller

    1967 Vox StrollerThe Vox Stroller was the brand's entry level electric solid body guitar, fitted with just one pickup and a fixed tailpiece. Although aimed at student guitarists, it wasn't a terrible instrument, but did lack somewhat in adjustability, having no accessible truss rod and only a floating rosewood bridge. But this example is actually quite an improvement on earlier versions, with a standard 1/4" jack and a solid mahogany body. 1967 price £18 2s. JMI ceased UK guitar production in late '67, and combined with decreasing demand for the Stroller, this surely must be one of the last examples shipped.

    1963 Vox Clubman Bass (left handed)

    1963 Vox Clubman Bass left handedA nice example of the Vox Clubman II bass, built by JMI in Dartford, Kent in 1963. This is a lightweight bass, short (30") scale and very easy to play. It is an early example, and as such has a thin black scratchplate and side mounted, coaxial output jack. JMI offered left handed examples of their solid body Vox guitars and basses at 10% premium. Production numbers are unclear, but left-handed examples rarely come up for sale

    1977 Gibson ES Artist 'prototype'

    1977 Gibson ES Artist prototypeNot to be confused with the Gibson ES Artist launched by Gibson in 1979; this ES Artist was an early model designed by the Gibson research and development team in Kalamazoo in 1977, the instruments themselves constructed by Gibson artist Chuck Burge. It was planned for launch as a high end semi acoustic with 335-style construction (central maple block) and innovative circuitry - but was pulled at the last minute, being deemed too expensive. Apparently, several examples were produced with varying specifications, though exactly how many actually left the Kalamazoo plant is unclear. Certainly two guitars were sold to LaVonne Music by Gibson in around 1980. Read more about the development of this guitar, with details from Chuck Burge and the story of it's sale to LaVonne music