Martin Guitar CFM 50th Anniversary
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Martin Guitar
CFM 50th Anniversary
Product Info
Article Number:
580542
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
CFM 50th Anniversary
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$6,928.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This CFM 50th Anniversary is a serious statement piece. The combination of the Bearclaw top and pommele sapele back gives it a unique voice – articulate and powerful, with a vintage vibe. It’s perfect for the seasoned player or collector who appreciates exceptional craftsmanship and a truly special instrument.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar CFM 50th Anniversary
- Steel-String Guitar
- Special model to mark the 50th anniversary of Christian Frederick Martin IV's presidency - limited to 50 units worldwide
- Type: Dreadnought
- Top: Solid Bearclaw Sitka spruce
- Back and sides: Solid pommele sapele
- Neck: Flamed mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- 20 Frets
- Bridge material: Ebony
- Includes case
PROS
- • Bearclaw Sitka top delivers exceptional clarity and responsiveness across the tonal spectrum.
- • Pommele sapele back and sides provide rich overtones and a focused, powerful bass response.
- • Ebony fingerboard and bridge offer smooth playability and sustain, characteristic of high-end Martins.
- • Limited edition status ensures collectibility and a unique place in Martin's history.
CONS
- • Pommele sapele can be visually polarizing; some may find the figuring too busy.
- • The CFM bracing pattern, while excellent, might not suit players needing extreme low-end thump.
- • Premium-priced, making it inaccessible to all but serious collectors and professionals.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Bearclaw Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Pommele Sapele
Neck Material
Flamed Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Scale Length
25.4 inches
Frets
20
Electronics
None (Acoustic Only)
Weight
6.2 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The CFM bracing offers a more open and responsive sound compared to the traditional X-bracing, emphasizing clarity and projection while slightly reducing the low-end emphasis.
As a limited edition commemorating a significant milestone, this guitar is likely to appreciate in value, especially if maintained in excellent condition and with original case.
The neck profile is likely a modified low oval 'C' shape, typical of modern Martins, but slight variations can occur in limited runs, making a hands-on evaluation recommended.
