Martin Guitar DSS-17 Whiskey Sunset
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Martin Guitar
DSS-17 Whiskey Sunset
Product Info
Article Number:
556453
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
DSS-17 Whiskey Sunset
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$2,473.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The DSS-17 Whiskey Sunset is a beautifully crafted dreadnought, offering a vintage-inspired aesthetic and a rich, full tone. It’s a fantastic choice for intermediate to advanced players who appreciate a comfortable neck profile and a powerful, balanced acoustic voice. This guitar excels at strumming and flatpicking, making it ideal for roots, Americana, and blues.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar DSS-17 Whiskey Sunset
- Steel-String Guitar
- Type: D - Slope Shoulder Dreadnought
- Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
- Back and Sides: Solid Mahogany
- X-Bracing
- Neck: Hardwood
- Fingerboard: Rosewood
- Fingerboard inlays: Mother-Of-Pearl Block
- Neck profile: Modified Low Oval
- Antique White Binding
- Scale: 645 mm
- Nut width: 44.5 mm
- Bone nut
- 20 Frets
- Faux Tortoiseshell pickguard
- Ebony bridge with compensated bone saddle
- Golden Age Relic Nickel machine heads
- Colour: Whiskey Sunset
- Includes gig bag
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Solid Sitka top delivers a balanced, responsive tone with ample headroom.
- • Mahogany back and sides contribute to a warm, focused, and woody character.
- • Modified Low Oval neck profile offers comfortable playability for various hand sizes.
- • Golden Age Relic nickel tuners provide smooth, precise tuning stability.
CONS
- • Whiskey Sunset finish might not appeal to players preferring more traditional aesthetics.
- • Slope shoulder dreadnought isn't as focused for fingerstyle as a smaller body.
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many players.
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Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Mahogany
Neck Material
Hardwood (likely Mahogany or Spanish Cedar, typical for Martin)
Fingerboard
Rosewood
Scale Length
645 mm (25.2 in)
Frets
20
Electronics
None (Acoustic Only)
Weight
Approximately 6.8 lbs (based on similar Martin dreadnoughts)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The finish is primarily cosmetic; however, thinner finishes can subtly enhance resonance. Martin's application is minimal, so the impact on tone is minimal, but it contributes to the vintage aesthetic.
The Modified Low Oval is a slight evolution; it's generally considered more rounded than the SlimTaper, offering a bit more substance and comfort for players who prefer a less slender feel.
The DSS-17 sits in the middle of the range, offering solid wood construction throughout—top, back, and sides—which distinguishes it from models with layered back and sides, providing a richer and more complex sonic profile.
