Martin Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

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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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Vintage 1973 D-35 Martin Acoustic (6 String) Guitar. One Owner. Hard Case. Keys.

Waller, Texas, 774**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3250

Martin D-35 with serial number 349917 was made in 1973. The D-35 model, known for its three-piece back, was introduced in 1965 to address rosewood shortages
Production Year: 1973 (Serial range for 1973 was approximately 320, 000–349, 999)
Model Features (1973): Often features Indian Rosewood (switched from Brazilian around 1969-1970)
Significance: Popular for folk and bluegrass, offering a 1 / 4" braced top for a warmer, bass-heavy tone compared to the... more

Martin D-45 Vintage 1982 Acoustic Guitar with Hardshell Case - Used

Rapid City, South Dakota, 577**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$13500

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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 ... more

Martin D35 1971 Martin HSC Collectable condition Incredible sound

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

$4795

From the Private Collection of Sound Investments USA LLC
Martin Vintage 1971 D35 with low action up and down the straight neck pro setup new strings and ready to jam
It should be said that the luthier that replaced the pickguard and set it up was a retired Martin Luthier and he said this one sound amazing. I agreed as that is why it was in our Private Collection for so long.
This one is in excellent condition as you can see in the photos. The only work done was to replace the pick ... more

1955 Martin D-28 Natural

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

$13499

Very good condition 1955 Martin D-28. No breaks. This is a very mellow and warm example of a mid 50??s D-28. Two smaller glued top cracks near the lower bout. Repro pickguard. Original frets. Added passive pickup with a strap button routing. Replaced tuners. Decent pick wear on the top of the guitar, with surprisingly little wear on the back of the guitar. Sides of the guitar are in very nice shape. Medium weight. Neck is straight, action is good, intonation is on. Original bridge pins included.... more

1963 Martin D-18 Acoustic Guitar CLEAN Solid Sitka Spruce +OHSC 1960s USA

Jacksonville, Florida, 322**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$8997

Up for sale is a 1963 Vintage Martin D-18 Acoustic Guitar, made in the USA, a classic pre-1970 example featuring a solid Sitka spruce top and mahogany back & sides. This is a lightweight, great-playing vintage Martin with excellent tone and feel
? Details
Brand: Martin
Model: D-18
Year: 1963
Made in: USA
Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides: Mahogany
Neck Shape: Soft V
Binding: Tortoise Style
Serial Number: 193405
Weight: 4 lbs
Nut Width: 43 5 ... more

Vintage 1950s Martin Tenor Guitar bridge Brazi lian rosewood Good Condition

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

$145

Vintage Martin tenor 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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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

1968 Martin D-12-20 Acoustic 12-String Dreadnought Natural w / OHSC

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

$3395

1968 Martin D-12-20 Dreadnought Acoustic In Natural Finish
This Guitar Is Located At IVG Sherman Oaks
In Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Finish Shows Cosmetic Playwear Including Some Clouding On Top, Various Small Dings, Marks And Scratches Throughout
Repaired Side Crack With Refinished Back And Sides
Back Of Neck Shows Some Overspray On Heel And Headstock Areas
Made In Nazareth, PA
Dreadnought Body With Mahogany Back And Sides And Sitka Spruce Top
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martin d-28 acoustic guitar used 1970's

Cherryfield, Maine, 046**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3000

Beautiful D28 Martin Guitar.
Built in the early 1970??s.
Incredible vintage tone.
New frets and neck alignment.
Very good condition. With case
Sounds amazing!... more

Vintage electric acoustic inlaid MOP antique guitar spruce martin Gibson strings

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

$4420

Vintage electric acoustic
Hand built by a luthier approx
6-9 decades ago

- inlaid MOTHER OF PEARL
- solid steel firm holding tuners
- tight original neck set
- amazing binding
- vanilla swirl pickguard like a martin
- FREE SET OF NEW strings
INCLUDED Free. see pics
- Great Tone
- Hand made by a great luthier
- Great nevk angles
- very nice frets
- Vintage guitar case
- input jackal is on rear strap button
- vintage string ... 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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1970 Martin D-28 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar Natural + OHSC

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

$2695

Another quality Guitar from Lovies Guitars!
Lovies Guitars is excited to present this 1970 Martin D-28 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar finished in Natural. The D-28 is one of the most iconic acoustic guitars ever produced, serving as the benchmark for rosewood dreadnought tone for generations. Revered by professional musicians, songwriters, and collectors alike, the D-28 offers the powerful projection, rich harmonic content, and timeless craftsmanship that have defined countless recordings and ... more

vintage 1970's martin guitar user manual with unfilled out warranty card.

Southampton, Massachusetts, 010**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$40

Hi I'm cleaning out my house and selling lots of vintage guitar parts and ephemera from a long closed vintage guitar / luthier shop. Today I have a 70's user manual with the warranty card unfilled out and the original blue string. There is glue residue where the dealer stickers were removed , easily covered by yours. Please check out the photos . They are the description , and check out my other sales of many vintage instrument parts, including guitar, banjo, and mandolin stuff I currently... more

1974 Martin D-28 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar Natural + HSC

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

$2695

Another quality Guitar from Lovies Guitars, please google us for deals and additional photos on our website.
Lovies Guitars is stoked to present this 1974 Martin D-28 Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar in a classic Natural finish! The D-28 has long been the gold standard of acoustic guitars ?? the choice of countless legends for its booming projection, rich low end, and articulate high-end sparkle. This vintage D-28 from the mid-??70s is an incredible example of Martin??s craftsmanship... more

1980 Martin D-25 K2 Koa Vintage Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar, Near-Mint w / Case

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

$4000

Up for sale, a 1980 Martin D-25 K2 in near-mint condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. A particularly uncommon Martin model, the D-25 K2 was produced in sparingly limited quantities from 1980-89, featuring koa body construction and very rare C F. Martin-branded Sperzel tuning machines. This well-kept first-year example is 100% original save for a replacement pickguard (original included) and carved compensated bone saddle
Prized for its overall ... more

Martin D-35 Natural Dreadnought X-Braced All Solid Woods w / Hard Case - 1980

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, 838**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3000

Northwest Vintage Guitars presents a cannon of a 1980 Martin D-35 with a fresh neck reset, re-fret, and a perfect professional setup by our Luthier It now has 5 / 64ths and 2 / 64ths action and plays like a dream The D-35 features a solid Spruce top, solid Indian Rosewood sides and 3-piece back, and a soid Honduran Mahogany neck The Ebony fretboard has been planed to perfection It's a cannon with a bold voice and that great full Martin tone
The nut measures 1 72, neck depth ... more

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
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1946 Martin 0-21 Vintage Acoustic Guitar w / Adirondack Top, Case

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

$9500

Up for sale, a 1946 Martin 0-21 in excellent condition, complete with a hardshell case. Produced just one year before the model was discontinued in ?47, this post-War 0-21 boasts a transitional feature set including a herringbone backstrip, simple rosette, dot fingerboard inlays, and tortoise binding. This particular 0-21 benefits from work due an instrument of its vintage including a professional neck reset and full refret
This 0-21 features an X-braced (straight) Adirondack spruce top, ... more

Used Martin 1971 D-28 Vintage Acoustic Guitar With Hard Case

Merritt Island, Florida, 329**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$4000

The product is a used Martin 1971 D-28 Vintage Acoustic Guitar, a professional-level instrument with a classic dreadnought body made of spruce and rosewood. It features an ebony fretboard, a 6-string string configuration, and a brown color. This vintage Martin guitar is known for its high quality craftsmanship and timeless design, making it a desirable choice for professional musicians and guitar enthusiasts alike. It comes with a hard case for added protection and security.... more