Martin Guitar D-35 Sunburst

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Martin Guitar D-35 Sunburst

Martin Guitar

D-35 Sunburst

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 556440
Model: D-35 Sunburst
Price: $4,398.90

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This D-35 Sunburst is a serious instrument—a cornerstone of Martin's lineup for decades. The combination of spruce top and rosewood back/sides creates a warm, powerful tone that's perfect for singer-songwriters and players who appreciate a classic dreadnought sound. It's a high-end guitar built for performance and lasting value.

Product Description

  • Martin Guitar D-35 Sunburst
  • Steel-String Guitar
  • Type: Dreadnought D-14 Fret
  • Top: Spruce
  • Back and sides: Rosewood
  • Forward-Shifted X-Brace
  • Neck: Selected hardwood
  • Fingerboard: Ebony
  • 28 mm Mother of Pearl Dot fingerboard inlays
  • Antique White Binding
  • Multi-Stripe Rosette
  • Scale: 645 mm (25.4")
  • Fretboard radius: 16"
  • Sattelbreite: 44.5 mm (1.75")
  • Compensated bone nut
  • 20 Frets
  • Tortoise pickguard
  • Ebony bridge
  • Sealed chrome-plated machine heads
  • Strings: Martin Guitars MA550T Authentic Treated .013 - .056 (Art.#473904#)
  • Colour: Sunburst
  • Includes hard shell case
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Forward-shifted X-bracing enhances projection and responsiveness.
  • • Rosewood back/sides deliver rich overtones and sustain.
  • • Ebony fingerboard provides exceptional clarity and note definition.
  • • Vintage-style Sunburst finish adds a touch of timeless elegance.
CONS
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many players.
  • • The 16” radius fingerboard might feel less familiar to some modern players.
  • • Heavier than some smaller-bodied guitars; could be tiring for extended play.

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Key Features

Top Wood Spruce
Back & Sides Rosewood
Neck Material Selected Hardwood
Fingerboard Ebony
Scale Length 645 mm (25.4")
Frets 20
Electronics None
Weight 6.2 lbs (approximate)

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Frequently Asked Questions

The forward shift opens up the sound, increasing responsiveness and bass response while maintaining structural integrity—it's a modern refinement of a classic design.
The neck profile is a 'slim taper,' which is fairly standard for Martins, but it's slightly more substantial than some ultra-thin profiles; it's a comfortable balance for most.
Yes, the hard shell case is well-constructed and provides excellent protection for transport and storage, suitable for travel.

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