Martin Guitar 000-42 Modern Deluxe

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Martin Guitar 000-42 Modern Deluxe

Martin Guitar

000-42 Modern Deluxe

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 556471
Model: 000-42 Modern Deluxe
Price: $9,898.90

* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.

The 000-42 Modern Deluxe is a beautifully crafted instrument; Martin’s VTS treatment really nails that vintage vibe, and the Golden Era neck profile is a joy to play. This is a top-tier choice for experienced players and serious collectors who appreciate nuanced tone and exceptional build quality—perfect for fingerstyle and more delicate arrangements.

Product Description

  • Martin Guitar 000-42 Modern Deluxe
  • Acoustic Guitar
  • Top: solid spruce with Vintage Tone System (VTS)
  • Back and sides: solid rosewood
  • Neck: selected mahogany
  • Headstock: solid rosewood
  • Fingerboard: solid ebony
  • Golden Era Style 45 Snowflake fingerboard inlays
  • Abalone multi-stripe rosette
  • Scale: 645 mm (25.4")
  • Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
  • Bone nut
  • 20 Frets
  • Faux tortoise pickguard
  • Bone bridge
  • Open gold-plated tuners with butterbean knobs
  • Strings: MA550T authentic treated medium (art. #473904#)
  • Colour: Natural
  • Incl. ply hard case
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Vintage Tone System (VTS) convincingly recreates aged spruce resonance and warmth.
  • • Solid rosewood back and sides deliver rich overtones and powerful projection.
  • • Golden Era neck profile offers exceptional comfort and playability for various hand sizes.
  • • Ebony fingerboard provides a smooth, responsive feel and clear note definition.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, making it inaccessible for many players.
  • • Faux tortoise pickguard is a minor aesthetic compromise for a guitar at this level.
  • • Rosewood’s future availability could impact long-term value and sustainability.

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Key Features

Top Wood Solid Spruce with Vintage Tone System (VTS)
Back & Sides Solid Rosewood
Neck Material Selected Mahogany
Fingerboard Solid Ebony
Scale Length 645 mm (25.4")
Frets 20
Electronics None (Acoustic)
Weight Approximately 5.8 lbs (2.6 kg) - estimated based on similar 000 models

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Frequently Asked Questions

The VTS process imparts a more open, aged character – a slightly softer attack and enhanced harmonic complexity, mimicking decades of natural aging.
Yes, the Golden Era neck is noticeably thinner and has a more rounded feel than the earlier Modern Deluxe profile, making it more accessible to a wider range of players.
Rosewood is facing increasing restrictions, which could affect future availability and potentially influence the guitar’s resale value down the line.

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