Martin D42 Standard Series Dreadnought Acoustic Guitar

Discover the perfect harmony of power and elegance with the Martin D-42, a dreadnought designed for players who demand both exceptional tone and stunning visual artistry. Renowned for its commanding projection, rich bass, sparkling trebles, and complex overtones, it delivers a versatile voice that excels in everything from bold strumming to delicate fingerstyle. Expertly handcrafted from premium spruce and East Indian rosewood, every note resonates with clarity and balance, while the intricately detailed abalone inlays and pearl accents give it unmatched sophistication. With a smooth, comfortable neck and flawless playability, the D-42 embodies the heritage, innovation, and timeless craftsmanship that define Martin.

Features 

• D-14 Fret body size
  
• East Indian Rosewood back and sides
  
• Spruce top with Aging Toner top color
  
• GE Modified Low Oval neck with High-Performance Taper
  
• 1 3/4'' fingerboard width at nut
  
• Hardshell case

Specifications 

General
Model: D-42
Body Size: D-14 Fret
Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint
Scale Length: 25.4"
Number of Frets Total: 20

Body
Top Material: Spruce
Finish Top: Gloss
Top Color: Aging Toner
Top Inlay Material: Abalone with Multi-Stripe
Top Detail: None
Back Material: East Indian Rosewood
Side Material: East Indian Rosewood
Back and Side Finish: Gloss
Back and Sides Color: Natural
Back Detail: None
Side Detail: None
Back Purfling/Strip: Style 45 with Black Stripe
Back Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
Side Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
Bracing Pattern: Forward-Shifted X-Brace
Brace Shape: GE-Scalloped
Brace Material: Spruce
Brace Size: 5/16"
Heelcap: Antique White with Multi-Stripe
Endpiece: Antique White
Endpiece Inlay: Multi-Stripe
Binding: Antique White
Rosette: Abalone with Multi-Stripe
Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
Pickguard Inlay: None
Saddle: Compensated Bone
Saddle Radius: 16"
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style: GE Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
Bridge Pin Material: Bone
Bridge Pin Dots: Abalone

Neck
Neck Shape: GE Modified Low Oval
Neck Taper: High-Performance Taper
Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany
Neck Color: Dark Mahogany
Finish Neck: Gloss
Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8"
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
Fingerboard Inlay Style: Style 45 Snowflake
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone
Fingerboard Binding Material: Antique White with Multi-Stripe
Side Dots: Black

Hardware
Headstock Shape: Solid with Square Taper and Diamond
Headplate Material: East Indian Rosewood
Headplate Logo Style: Block Inlay Golden Era
Headplate Binding Material: Antique White with Multi-Stripe
Headplate Detail: None
Tuning Machines: Gold Open Gear
Knob: Butterbean
Nut Material: Bone