Martin Guitar OM-42 LH
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Martin Guitar
OM-42 LH
Product Info
Article Number:
556378
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
OM-42 LH
Category:
0/00/000 Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$8,679.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The OM-42 LH is a serious instrument—a beautifully balanced guitar with a voice that’s both articulate and warm. The left-handed configuration makes it accessible to a niche audience, but the price tag reflects the top-tier materials and Martin's legendary build quality. It’s ideal for experienced players seeking a refined, versatile acoustic for fingerstyle or gentle strumming.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar OM-42 LH
- Steel-String Guitar
- Left-handed model
- Type: JOM
- Top: Solid Spruce
- Back and sides: Rosewood
- Mahogany neck
- Headstock: Rosewood
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Abalone Sway fingerboard inlays
- Abalone rosette with multi-stripe
- Top inlay: Abalone with multi-stripe
- Scale length: 645 mm (25.4")
- Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
- Bone nut
- 20 Frets
- Tortoise pickguard
- Ebony bridge with compensated bone saddle
- Open gold-plated machine heads
- Strings: MA540T Authentic Treated Light (Art.#469771#)
- Colour: Natural
- Includes hard shell case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Exceptional clarity and projection from the solid Spruce top.
- • Rosewood back/sides deliver rich overtones and sustain.
- • Ebony fingerboard provides a smooth, fast playing experience.
- • Impeccable craftsmanship and attention to detail – a true heirloom instrument.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most players.
- • OM body shape might be slightly large for smaller individuals.
- • Tortoise pickguard, while aesthetically pleasing, can be prone to cracking.
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Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Rosewood
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
The OM-42 LH is more focused and nuanced than the D-28, offering a tighter bass response and a more articulate high-end. It lacks the D-28's raw power, but excels in clarity and detail.
The OM-42 LH features a modified low profile neck, which is generally comfortable, but those with exceptionally large hands might prefer a slightly thicker feel. It's best to try it in person if possible.
These strings are designed to replicate the feel and sound of vintage Martin strings, providing a slightly warmer, more mellow tone than modern strings. They're a subtle but noticeable upgrade for players seeking a classic Martin sound.
