Martin Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

MARTIN | ADVERTISEMENTS

Vintage Martin advertisements; 5 adverts covering a period of 4 years, from 1969 to 1973. Click the images to have a closer look.

Martin D45 - Martin Dreadnought Model D-45

Martin Dreadnought Model D-45
Martin D45 - 1969

Martin Guitars - You Pick up a Martin, and you can Put Down the World

You Pick up a Martin, and you can Put Down the World
Martin Guitars - 1969

Martin D41 - If the D-41 Had Two More Whatchamacallits Would It Be a D-45

If the D-41 Had Two More Whatchamacallits Would It Be a D-45
Martin D41 - 1970

Martin D12-28 - New 12 String Guitar from Martin

New 12 String Guitar from Martin
Martin D12-28 - 1971

Martin Guitars - The Martin Guitar. Still Hand Made

The Martin Guitar. Still Hand Made
Martin Guitars - 1973

1967 Epiphone Ad featuring a psychedelic fish playing an Epiphone Riviera

1967 Fender Ad - Full Colour Sound

1973 Fender Stratocaster add - The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine

1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - <br>1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - The Man And The WomanThe Man And The Woman

Guitar makers have advertised in music magazines such as Down Beat, Guitar Player and very many more. Some manufacturers advertised widely (Guild, Gibson, Fender) but many more didn't and adverts are few and far between. Here are some of my favourite ads out of the ones i've seen. You can browse through all the images from the category links above, or by manufacturer from the links below.

AMPS
Ampeg, Leslie, Marshall, Orange, Peavey, Sunn
GUITARS
Dan Armstrong, Epiphone, Fender, G&L, Gibson, Goya, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Hayman, Hofner, Ibanez, Kimbara, Martin, Music Man, Rickenbacker, Vox, Yamaha
DISTRIBUTORS
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman, Rose-Morris, Rosetti, Selmer

Vintage Martin guitars for sale

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1944 Martin D-28 Wartime Herringbone Vintage Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar w / Case

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$80000

Up for sale, a 1944 Martin D-28 in exceptional condition, complete with a hardshell case. An exceedingly well-kept Wartime Martin with sparingly few repairs and a limited service history, this genuine vintage herringbone D-28 has the transitional feature set consistent with late '44 production including tapered forward shifted X-bracing on the Adirondack spruce top, ebony neck reinforcement, and one of the first ebony fingerboards on a D-28 to feature dot inlay (a shift from the notched diamond ... view on ebay

1969 Martin D-41

Loveland, Ohio, 451**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$51995

1969 Martin D-41, BrazilianRosewood, Exceedingly rare! Only 31 made, Vertical logo, Spruce top, Ebonyfingerboard, Attractive Abalone inlays and binding, Lots of volume, Sweettonality, Wonderful instrument, EC, Nice original hard case
... view on ebay

1959 Martin D-18E Natural - Kurt Cobain Nirvana MTV Unplugged In New York

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$43199

Up for sale in an absolutely stunning and incredibly rare 1959 Martin D-18E in its original natural finish. This is the same year and model made famous by Kurt Cobain in Nirvana's groundbreaking and incredible "MTV Unplugged In New York" performance. This single family owned D-18E came us to out of Kalispell, MT and although it shows some signs of finish and play wear, it is fully functional and plays remarkably well
The nut measures 1 716" wide. The 12th fret action on this one measures 6 ... view on ebay

1941 Martin D-18 Natural

Antioch, Tennessee, 370**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$34999

Very good condition 1941 Martin D-18 in an original natural finish. This example maintains the original nitrocellulose finish under blacklight, with very little finish worn off over time. This example also maintains the original pickguard with no lifting. The original tuners have some wear from age, but hold tune well and spin as expected. The original frets have been played, but are not worn down. The original Martin logo on this example is in surprisingly good condition, and has not been ... view on ebay

1962 Martin 000-28 super desirable & Claptons fave made w / Rosewood of Brazil !!

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$22495

You know how certain guitars have long been the standard by which all others are judged; the Martin 000-28's are always one of them. This 1962 example represents a beautifully played-in 100% original 14-fret Rosewood of Brazil 000 size that has seen endless imitations but very few peers since its birth. While the guitar shows a bit of playwear it remains in excellent playing condition and offers the expected fantastic sound one expects. Its 1 & only owner, Mr. Cliff Deaner, used it for the ... view on ebay

1948 Martin D-18 Dreadnought Acoustic Natural Finish w / OHSC

San Diego, California, 921**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$18995

1948 Martin D-18 Dreadnought In Natural Finish
This Guitar Is Located At IVG Sherman Oaks
In Very Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Finish Shows Evidence Of Older Light Overspray And Cosmetic Play Wear, Including Various Dings, Marks And Scratches Visible Throughout
Older Neck And Bridge Reset
Saddle Is Low, Will Benefit From A New Neck Reset In Coming Years
Currently Plays Well With Medium Action
Pickguard Shows Some Shrinking And Small Stress Crack In One ... view on ebay

1943 Martin 00-18 Flat Top Natural "War Time Era" w / SSC

San Diego, California, 921**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$17995

1943 Martin 00-18 Flat Top Natural "War Time Era" w / SSC
This Item Is Located At IVG Sherman Oaks
The Guitar Is In Very Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Original "War Time" Martin Flat Top Guitar
Adirondack Spruce Top Shows Cosmetic Playwear Throughout Including Checking, Scratches, Marks And Dings (As Shown)
Professionally Reset Bridge
Original Pickguard Shows Minor Signs Of Shrinking And Cosmetic Cracks In Wood At Lower Bout (As Shown)
Non-Original Bridge... view on ebay

1941 Martin 000-18 Pre-War Vintage Acoustic Guitar, Adirondack Spruce w / Case

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$16500

Up for sale, a 1941 Martin 000-18 in excellent condition, complete with a hardshell case. A Pre-War Martin which has received all the necessary attention warranted an acoustic of this vintage, this 000-18 has received a professional neck reset, full refret with vintage-size wire, a new carved bone saddle, and fabrication of a vintage-spec rosewood bridge. Marrying an Adirondack spruce top and Honduran mahogany back and sides, the sound is everything you'd expect from an Auditorium-size Martin ... view on ebay

1971 Martin D-28 Guitar Of Artist Rick Bartow

Newport, Oregon, 973**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$15000

I am the son of Rick Bartow and I am selling his 1971 Martin d-28 guitar. It with the case and gear pictured
Rick Bartow was an acclaimed world renowned artist, and lifelong musician
This guitar is an important piece of pacific northwest art & music history
... view on ebay

1958 Martin D-21

Fredericksburg, Virginia, 224**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$15000

1958 was the fourth year of production for the dreadnought 21 series and they were discontinued in 1969. Featuring strikingly straight grained Brazilian rosewood back & sides, and Brazilian rosewood fretboard and bridge. A wide and uniform grained Sitka spruce top adorned with the muted appointments the 21 series are known for: a simple 1-9-1 rosette, graduated dot inlays, faux tortoise shell pickguard an binding. Martin repair guru Dave Musselwhite reset the neck and fixed a few small ... view on ebay

1952 Martin D-28 Vintage Original D-Sized D28 Acoustic Guitar DeArmond w / OHSC

Los Angeles, California, 900**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$14900

1952 Martin D-28 Vintage Acoustic Guitar
Incredible '52 D-28 w / DeArmond SoundHole Pickup
Super Clean, No Issues Example w / OHSC
(125498)
For your consideration is this vintage 1952 Martin D-28 dreadnought acoustic guitar with original hard case This absolutely wonderful sounding guitar, serial number 125498, is in stunning 100% all original condition with the exception of a singular 1 / 4" hole to accommodate an output jack for the DeArmond RHC-B soundhole pickup with ... view on ebay

1977 Martin SOM-45 Special Edition Orchestra Model Acoustic Guitar w / Case

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$13800

Up for sale, a 1977 Martin Special Edition SOM-45 in excellent condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original molded hardshell case. This rare Martin is one of just 56 of these instruments crafted in 1977, the first ever reissue of Martin??s OM-45 model. Originally introduced in 1930 and only produced for a few short years, the OM-45 was Martin??s original highly ornate design (predating the D-45 by three years) and their most expensive model at that time, boasting premium ... view on ebay

Super Clean! 1969 Martin 000-28 BR Rosewood Acoustic Guitar Natural + HSC

Thousand Oaks, California, 913**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$12995

Another quality Guitar from Lovies Guitars, please google us for deals and additional photos on our website.
Lovies Guitars is excited to present this Super Clean! 1969 Martin 000-28 BR Rosewood Acoustic Guitar finished in Natural. A truly special vintage Martin, this 000-28 offers the warm, articulate response, rich overtone content, and beautiful balance that have made these guitars so beloved by players and collectors alike. With its BR Rosewood back and sides, this guitar delivers a ... view on ebay

1969 Martin D-28 the last of the great Rosewood of Brazil D-28's ready to enjoy.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, 333**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$11495

You know how certain guitars have long been the standard by which all others are judged; the Martin D-28's are always one of them. This 1969 example represents a beautifully played-in 100% original 14-fret Brazil Rosewood D size that has seen endless imitations but very few peers since its birth. While the guitar shows a bit of playwear it remains in excellent playing condition and offers the expected fantastic sound one expects. Its last care taker, Mr. Ray Baldino, used it for the last 30 ... view on ebay

Martin 000-18 Vintage 1950

Dallas, Texas, 752**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$10500

MARTIN 000-18 Vintage 1950
75 years old and an excellent example of Martin's quality craftsmanship!
This vintage guitar has been very well taken care of by me for many years now, and what a joy it has been! The "main thing" has been consistently humidifying it correctly within the case. You can really hear the smooth vintage tone once you start to play, and then it's hard to put it down for sure
I had Charlie's Guitar Shop (Bryant Russell) preform a professional set up and overall ... view on ebay

1950 Martin D-28 Vintage Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar w / Case!

Wichita, Kansas, 672**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$10495

Nice 1950 Martin D-28. A few repairs pointed out in the photo but nothing major. Does not have original tuners. Also the end pin and bridge have been changed. See photos for details. Sounds and plays incredible. Great price, cheaper than many you will find online. Let me know if you have any questions.... view on ebay

1903 Martin 0-28 Vintage X-Braced Acoustic Guitar Rosewood w / Case

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$10350

Up for sale, a 1903 Martin 0-28 in excellent condition and in perfect working order, complete with a hardshell case. This turn-of-the-century Martin parlor dates to the Frank Henry Martin era of production, built at the very beginning of 1903 and emblematic of the elevated craftsmanship of that era. This 0-28 has been freshly serviced by Portland Fretworks, benefiting from a neck reset and fitted with a new compensated bone saddle and bone nut
Tonewoods include bookmatched rosewood back and ... view on ebay

Martin Guitar D 45, 1981 Beautiful Very good+ original condition w hard case

New Smyrna Beach, Florida, 321**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$10100

Martin Guitar D 45, 1981 Beautiful Very good+ original condition w hard case.
Shows only minor scuffing to polish in spots as shown in photos. Sound is powerful.
Has been cared for & ptotected, inherited from my father- original owner & Martin devotee in 1984
But she needs to be enjoyed & played well now
(Also have a 1974 Martin 12 string)
Please inquire w any questions
... view on ebay

Vintage 1966 Martin D-28 #209287

Calabash, North Carolina, 284**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$10000

1966 Martin D-28 #207769. Includes a factory authentication letter and original hard carry case. It is in very good condition, well maintained with only ware marks from being regularly played for the last 60 years! Serious enquiry only, no pen pals. You pay for shipping, method of your choice.... view on ebay

1964 Martin D21 Acoustic Guitar

Piedmont, Alabama, 362**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$10000

1964 Martin D21 acoustic guitar for sale. Brazilian rosewood back and sides. Guitar is in excellent condition for its age and is crack free. Recently setup so it plays and sounds amazing. Comes with vintage non original hard case. $10000... view on ebay