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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1969 Martin 00-18 C Nylon String Guitar

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

$3895

1969Martin 00-18 C, Spruce top, Mahogany back and sides, Plays great with a set ofsilk and steel strings, Beautiful sounding, Best one we have seen, Excellentcondition with Clean Original Blue Hard shell case
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LOT OF 26 VINTAGE NOS GUITAR STRINGS MARTIN, D'MERLE, D'ANGELICO, D'ADDARIO ETC.

North Haven, Connecticut, 064**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$240

I RECENTLY PURCHASED THESE AT A COLLECTIBLES MARKET. THERE ARE 26 IN TOTAL. THEY ARE NEW UNUSED IN SLEEVES.
I AM SELLING THIS LOT EXACTLY AS I PURCHASED IT, SO PLEASE TAKE A GOOD LOOK AT PHOTOS.
NOTE: ALL REASONABLE OFFERS ARE WELCOMED THRU EBAY.
CHECK OUT MY EBAY STORE WITH OVER 700 COLLECTIBLE ITEMS
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1973 Martin N-10 Acoustic Guitar

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

$6395

1973Martin N-10, Very Rare Mahogany version of Willie Nelson??s N-20 ??Trigger??, Nylon string model suited for classical, song writer or folk styles, GorgeousMahogany back and sides, Wide neck, The action is a bit strong and may benefitfrom a neck reset, Gorgeous, clean and wonderful, EC+, OHSC... more

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
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martin acoustic guitar 96 MTV 1 Unplugged Limited Edition

Burlington, Michigan, 490**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3963

Little used limited edition collector guitar. Number 31 of some 600 made! signed by CF Martin. Plays perfect ?? the string action is 3 / 32 at the 12th Fret!
Always kept in the hard shell Martin case and humility control always
Small scrape on the back and a bubble in the finish on back of the neck?? shown in the pictures
Will be boxed very carefully and sent insured!
Please contact for further information or concerns. Thanks
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1952 Martin 00-17 acoustic guitar

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

$6495

1952 Martin 00-17, All Mahogany body, Tortoise pickguard, Lovely warm tonality, Has had a neck reset, Ready to enjoy, Gorgeous guitar, Truly a fantastic model, VG++, Newer hard case
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Original C F Martin String Replacement Kit M2900 Full Of Vintage Strings

Spring Hill, Florida, 346**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$500

Original C F Martin String Replacement Kit M2900 Full Of Vintage Strings. The logos on the outside of the box are starting to fade slightly. Other than that, great condition full of different brands of vintage strings. Please see pictures. Great dealer piece. Will ship FedEx fully insured with tracking
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Vintage 1950s Martin Guitar bridge Brazi lian rosewood Good Condition

Spring Hill, Florida, 346**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$145

Vintage Martin Guitar bridge Brazilian rosewood Good Condition. Vintage Martin Bra. zilian rosewood Bridge this was removed from a guitar but it's in great condition. No cracks or repairs. Will ship FedEx ground fully insured with tracking
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1976 Martin D-76 Limited Edition Bicentennial Model

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

$7000

1976 Martin D-76 Limited Edition Bicentennial Model
Seral Number - 374304
1976 Martin D-76 Limited Edition Bicentennial model in near-mint condition, complete with the original hardshell case and original paperwork. A very rare model limited to 1976 pieces (commemorating the year of America's Bicentennial), this top tier Martin features an Adirondack spruce top, Indian rosewood back and sides, herringbone marquetry, and an ebony bridge and fingerboard. Additional Bicentennial-centric ... more

Martin 0-18T 1963

Rochester, New York, 146**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1999

*VERY BEAT UP WITH AGE AND WEAR, STILL SOUNDS GREAT
Hi there! This is the House of Guitars speaking. Thank you for checking out our Reverb page. We just want to give you a few points as to why you should go with the H O.G !
We are a family business that??s been running strong since 1964 and work with pride and passionEvery listing (UNLESS STATED OTHERWISE) goes through a photoshoot to highlight the uniqueness of every instrumentAll guitars go through an inspection and set-up with our ... more

Alvarez Artist Series 5025A Dreadnbought Acoustic Guitar w / Martin strings 1982

Hopewell, New Jersey, 085**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$659

Alvarez Artist series vintage 5025A MIJ Japan made Serial number 841071
WOW!!
Here is our ??found uda da bed?? special. What a great rare vintage find.
I believe only 1000 were made and this is a limited edition 60th anniversary They were made in 1982 and there is ??82?? stamped inside on the brace by the truss rod. This one is in beautiful condition with the original case which is almost mint. No fret wear or signs of abuse . just a few light and tiny dings ??I mean a few . you can... more

1959 Martin 0-18

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

$6495

1959 Martin 0-18, Natural Spruce top, Mahogany back andsides, Tortoise guard, Grover tuners, Sounds amazing with plenty of volume andresonance, Recent neck reset, Ready to enjoy, VG++, Non original hard case
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1975 martin d 45 used acoustic guitar in great condition

Laguna Niguel, California, 926**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$9600

This Martin D-45 acoustic guitar from 1975 is a true gem for any musician. With its warm tone and unique character, it's sure to inspire you. The guitar has been well-maintained and is in excellent shape, ready for its next owner. Crafted by one of the most renowned guitar manufacturers, this Martin D-45 is a top-of-the-line model. Its features include a comfortable neck, smooth frets, and a high-quality pickup system. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced player, this guitar is a ... more

1979-1980 Martin D-37K with K&K Pure Mini Pickups

Norfolk, Virginia, 235**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3400

This 1979-1980 Martin D-37K is a top-of-the-line acoustic guitar that is perfect for professional performance. It features a beautiful Koa body and a Mahogany neck and ebony fretboard. Serial Number 428793The guitar is in excellent condition for its age, offering superb playability and tone. There is minor cosmetic wear; refer to the images for more details.
The K&K Pure Mini Pickups have a loose connection at the input jack, which may cause intermittent dropouts, simply needs to be ... more

1968 Martin D-35

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

$8195

1968Martin D-35, Natural Spruce top, Gorgeous Brazilian back & sides, Newerpickguard and small chip repair by the guard, Vibrant tonality, Full sounding, Ready to play! EC, Clean OHSC... more

Vintage Martin D-28 Street Legend Acoustic Guitar - 1970

Tucson, Arizona, 857**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4100

This Martin D-28 is a Vintage 1970 Legend Acoustic Guitar is a rare find from the 1970s. It features a grand auditorium body type with a spruce body material and a rosewood neck material. The fretboard material is cherry, and the guitar is right-handed.
The set includes one guitar, and it is a custom series from Martin. This guitar is perfect for any musician looking for a high-quality acoustic guitar. The brand, Martin, is well-known for its exceptional sound quality and this guitar ... more

Vintage 1960s Gibson Nickel Waffleback Tuner Set - Tal Farlow, Martin Acoustic

Chicago, Illinois, 606**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$495

Vintage Correct Parts is proud to offer, for your consideration,
A completely original and fantastic
Vintage 1960's Gibson - Nickel Kluson "Waffleback" Tuner Set
Super duper rare - and in amazing original condition
Correct for the restoration of your vintage Tal Farlow as well as several other Gibson models
Used on a host of high-end Gibson and Martin Archtops, Acoustics too!
Get it back to stock, get it VINTAGE CORRECT
WE SHIP WORLDWIDE
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Sigma DM-4 By Martin& Co 1970

Las Vegas, Nevada, 891**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$365

This Sigma DM-18 is a high-quality dreadnaught acoustic guitar by Martin that produces a rich, warm tone. Made by the trusted brand Sigma manufactured by Martin and Co 1970, this instrument looks to have brass nut and bridge, newer looking strings. The model is a dreadnaught design that has been tried and tested over the years, making it a great choice for anyone who wants a traditional, acoustic sound
With its easy-to-play neck, smooth frets, and high-quality materials, the Sigma DM-18 is ... more

1882 Jos. Martin Concert Zither Guitar / Harp

Sedalia, Missouri, 653**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$599

Jos. Martin Inftrumentenmacher Zither guitar, made in Würzburg Germany 1882. This is 142 years old, the tuning pegs are made of bone / ivory along with the feet on the bottom. There is no key for the case and one side of the lock is missing. It??s 100% still playable and tunable, it sounds great, it??s loud and will shake the floor below you. It??s only missing 2 of 31 strings, which appears to be the original strings, they are definitely hand made and old. Everything works and functions as it... more

1939 Martin 5-17

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

$7995

1939 Martin 5-17, Mahogany guitar with an open and warmtonality that projects brilliantly, 21 5 inches scale length 11 25 inches wideat the lower bout, 8 inches wide at the upper bout, 3 5 / 8 inches deep, 1 11 / 16inches wide nut width, X braced, Recent neck reset, VG++, softcase
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