Martin Guitar Custom Shop D Black Walnut
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Martin Guitar
Custom Shop D Black Walnut
Product Info
Article Number:
616333
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
Custom Shop D Black Walnut
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$4,728.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Custom Shop D Black Walnut is a real treat. The black walnut gives it a focused, woody tone that’s fantastic for fingerstyle or recording; it’s a premium-priced instrument, but the build and materials justify the investment. It’s ideal for players who want a unique Martin sound and appreciate a comfortable, classic feel.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar Custom Shop D Black Walnut
- Steel-String Guitar
- Style: Dreadnought
- Top: Solid spruce
- Back and sides: Solid black walnut
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Old Style 18 fingerboard inlays
- Flamed maple binding
- Fingerboard radius: 406 mm (16")
- Scale length: 645 mm (25.4")
- Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
- Bone nut
- 20 frets
- Faux tortoise pickguard
- Black ebony bridge with compensated bone saddle
- Grover nickel V97-18NA StaTite machine heads with 18: 1 gear ratio and vintage buttons
- Colour: Natural
- Includes case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • The black walnut back and sides deliver a uniquely warm, complex, and responsive tone.
- • Solid spruce top provides excellent projection and a bright, articulate high-end.
- • Ebony fingerboard and 16” radius offer a smooth, comfortable playing experience for fast lines.
- • Custom Shop build quality ensures impeccable craftsmanship and exceptional attention to detail.
CONS
- • Black walnut can be a less versatile tonewood, leaning towards mid-range frequencies.
- • The faux tortoise pickguard is a stylistic choice some players might prefer to replace.
- • The 1.75” nut width might feel narrow for players accustomed to wider necks.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Black Walnut
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Scale Length
645 mm (25.4")
Frets
20
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 6.2 lbs (2.8 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Black walnut offers a darker, more controlled tone than mahogany, lacking the overt bass response of rosewood. It's more focused, emphasizing the mid-range and providing a distinct character.
The Old Style 18 inlays are a Custom Shop option, signifying a more vintage-inspired aesthetic and a level of personalization.
While the black walnut adds warmth, the solid spruce top still provides brightness. However, if you're seeking a truly aggressive, cutting tone, a model with rosewood back and sides might be a better fit.
