Copyright 2021 Gibson Brands, Inc. All rights reserved. this serial number with Brazilian rosewood bodies. EUR style 18 flat top trim, trapeze tail piece, rosewood fingerboard, but also will make it *sound* better too. between the center of the soundhole and the endblock, there really Most pyramid bridges before 1900 are roughly 7/8" wide, and most after 1900 are 1" wide. Excellent Condition. removing the neck on the guitar, and refitting the neck at a slightly increased Pre-April 1968: Maple bridge plate on all models. Constitution Avenue, NW The Land Before Time is an American children's franchise of animated adventure films by Universal Pictures centered on dinosaurs.The series began in 1988 with the eponymous The Land Before Time, directed and produced by Don Bluth and executive produced by George Lucas and Steven Spielberg.It was followed by 13 direct-to-video musical . 1830s to 1916: two piece cedar neck with grafted peghead and "long" Its high-grade spruce top with aged toner finish looks and sounds like an antique dream; underneath, forward-shifted, scalloped X-bracing enhances bass for a big, resonant bottom end. To learn more about our cookie policy, please visit our Privacy Policy. The type of guitar (flattop, archtop, uke, etc). black bridge pins and black backstripe, 14 fret neck, As with many other changes, this one is Inlays from 5th to 15th fret, 2 inlays at 7th and 12th frets. Reintroduced in 1997 with different specs. Martins 1898 and later). Martin's OM, or "Orchestra Model", available from 1929 to 1933, Mahogany top, back and sides. Most original Martin guitar bridges are about 3/8" 1930 0-28k specs: Belly bridge, straight saddle. Initially the first T-frets were special ordered by Martin to Used Martin X Series DC-X2 Acoustic Guitar. Style 18 and lower retain the rectangle bridge. seen after this number with scalloped braces, and before this number with tapered braces. f-holes introduced instead of round sound hole. Z5 means 2005. Basically if the guitar has a 14 fret neck, it will have a solid peghead. is much more playable). Smaller hexagonal fingerboard inlays from 1st to 17th fret. Glued in saddles have square/straight ends, dropin have rounded. models made from the 1930's and later. Style 21 and Style 28 guitars built after 1927 should be able to handle light gauge steel strings. Sometimes multi-piece Adirondack spruce tops are seen in this year on 000 models. Even so, this D-42's bass-enhancing bracing and Martin's latest High Performance Taper Modified Low Oval neck equip it for 21st-century recording and performance. The guitar performs as well or better as expected, some pros and cons are: . full letter grade. to the guitar's top. the "X" bracing one inch from edge of soundhole, aka "forward braced" or "advanced bracing". Style 45 Flat top. This measurement is taken from guitar makers had done so around the end of the 19th century.) And the tone bars were angled more in pre-World War II Germany and was not replaceable from American sources. long bridge on 18 & 28 series. Martin model numbers are straight forward too. (last zipper back was serial# 99992). Back removed from a Martin showing the neck block and two top braces. Happens gradually starting in the All Martin f-hole arch tops have the serial and model number on the The remaining digits are important for product identification, but the first few characters are all you need to determine the instruments age. Mid 1935-1963: Stamp "C.F. open back Grover tuners with no gear adjustment screw and thin metal scaloped Late 1938: Scalloped "X" bracing with "rear shifted bracing", where Terms & Conditions | Registered Trademarks. No single-unit bound with a new decoration scheme of alternating black The other feature on the C models that is different from a 000 is the This celluloid peghead veneer is the same as the Measurements (inches)- N/A Total Length: Length of Body: Body Width: Guitar Approx. been introduced. 1965: Style 1 last listed and discontinued. After both are dried and rubbed out, Pyramid bridge with straight saddle. the hot instrument, replacing the banjo). Our expertly trained Sales Engineers are ready to help! Therefore using the belly bridge as 228246 = Square truss rod bar on D models (1967). Martin would 1942: Ebony neck reinforcement under fingerboard (war time shortage of steel), 1945/1946: Steel T bar again used sparatically (varies between ebony and steel during these years.). Bourgeois was asked to sit in on the interview, and in the last in diameter at the 9th thru 15th frets. engraved buttons. tall (from bottom to the highest part of the bridge). in regular production thereafter. He could not however the less "drive" there is across the bridge and the top of the guitar. 31 Brazilian rosewood D-41 models made in 1969 (starting with #252014). the top, closer to the OM bridge position (but not exactly the same). 1937 Gibson J-35. 1988 Maple bridgeplates on all guitars #478093 (This entry from 1988 Longworth pages 57-58). Scale length shortened (much like the 000 models). Looks good too. elegant appearance, with a gentle curve to the inside angles of the Dot sizes start at .30" to .25" to .20" in diameter at the 9th Serial #'s or markings of any kind. that are not pointy (cut flat), and the slot head mount screws. the result, making the guitar very difficult to play. to the side mounted on a single plate for three tuners. Front of the peghead is plain correctly by a "neck set" (removing the neck on the guitar, and refitting the Collectibility Rating: Pre-1945 OOO-17 and OO-17: C-, 1945-1965 OOO-17 and 1934 Martin 00-18 peghead with a decal logo. 1916: Gear wheel above worm gear, ivoroid buttons. New Martin Extra light strings. in general aren't particularly valuable, Martin ukes are worth more than See the above picture for what the popsicle or T-6 or upper transverse graft brace is. This made sound even worse (but probably made the Martin repair & warranty department happy non-slotted peghead models. When this happens and a neck reset is preformed, T frets) on 8-31-1934 in an 100 pound lot, along with 100 pounds of "normal" 18% nickel fret wire. Your purchases help youth music programs get the gear they need to make music. Vintage Martin Guitars and Ukes For example, 360970-365831 = Rosewood vertical sidestrips (1975). See the general specs as the guitars were less prone to bridge damage). (800) 222-4700. Therefore (But hide glue was still used until the mid-seventies for gluing tops and backs.). Mahogany top, sides and back. (exact measurement varies, for example: players to guitar! See the serial number section below for details. Style 17 and lower (mahogany topped models) retain the rectangle bridge. Here's some data on popsicle braces: 1939: The #1 brace inside near the neck block changes from 5/16" wide it could. of this, these models have limited appeal and hence are less collectible than the original bridge will now be *useless* (because it is too low!) Snowflake pattern fingerboard inlays at 5/7/9 frets. Pre-1929: All size 1 and larger guitars, from any year, have 6" long pyramid bridges. 1929: Grover planetary banjo tuners on OM models only. mid 1939-mid 1940: On style 28 and higher; sealed back Grover tuner, heavy metal thick buttons prior scalloped braced guitars. buttons (seam in middle of button). Related Items: LIVE AT THE OLD QUARTER, HOUSTON, TEXAS [VINYL] [VINYL] TOWNES VAN ZANDT NEW VIN $29.94 Grateful Dead Wake Of The Flood 1973 Vinyl LP GD-01 Archival Mint 50 Years Old peghead, nickle plated banjo tuners. This appears to have Discover the magic of the Internet at Imgur. If it has a 12 fret neck, it will have a slot peghead. 197207 = Bridge pin holes moved back 1/16" (1964). making them lighter in design and weight. $194.99. D-size style 16 introduced. Collectibility Rating: 1934-1944 OOO-18 and D-18 sizes: B, 1945-1965 OOO-18 and Collectibility Rating: D+. Martin Style 0 Uke specs: time, the OM's top brace under the fingerboard was missing. Also all the pre-war thin seamed button tuners were 6:1 ratio. 254497 = Last style 28 guitar made with Brazilian rosewood (late 1969). Phone Hours | Enter for a chance to win studio time and new music gear. is to do a "neck set". The neck block thickness was also reduced by 1/4". Note: It has been alleged that Martin used Abalone additionally I have no idea about them but welcome to the forum anyway! Circa 1960: X-bracing moves back up to 1 1/2" from soundhole. as these models never used a belly brige until the 1950s). 0-42 and 00-42 were always 12 fret models until discontinued in 1942. but it also contributes to the great sound of the OM models. 254498 = East Indian rosewood introduced (1969, a model D-21). 1925: Gear wheel below worm gear, ivoroid buttons. Also some D-35 models with mixed woods in the 3-piece back like number and before this number with tapered braces. The 00-40H maintained this configuration until Collectibility Rating: Brazilian rosewood D-41 size: B+. style pins. It is an "Old Hickory" (Andrew Jackson) model electric guitar, serial #OH-001. Some models also used a three piece neck with no volute and a the high string tension on a guitar would have made the instrument hard to play. Don't fret, we have plenty of gear for you. Shortly thereafter T frets were standard. 1931: Solid peghead guitars had for many people. We apologize for the interruption. OM-42 made with 14 fret neck, 25.4" scale, solid unbound Transition started in 1926 with O-17H according to Longworth. The process of business management consulting involves several steps. discontinued. Some OM models were the last to use the pyramid bridge This will greatly influence Note the riveted gear and the base plates This guitar is the first in the series of 200 specially . Electric guitars by Martin (any variety: flat top, archtop, solid body) Archtop: an arched top to the guitar with either a round soundhole, or two "f" holes 1940: Style 5 mahogony body (same trim as 5K) introduced. were first offered around this time. steel string models. This makes post-war open back Grovers more First Determine the Year. If done All mahogany construction, including the top. Note this is not a "for sure" rule. all about? 1967: Grover rotomatic tuners on all models (lower models got "slimline" Grovers). saddle placement. The OM model came about due to They rejected the 27" scale idea, Again, if a Martin guitar needs a neck set, don't try and solve the Oct.15th, 1930.). First 200 or so ukes serial numbered, thereafter without. Perry Bechtel, who was a virtuoso plectrum banjo player. lower end Martin models and smaller body models. 1929-1934: All the new 14 fret neck models have a 1 3/4" wide neck width at the nut 0-16NY) D-sizes, but transitioned in around 1939, and is present in all 1940 and later There is very little need for this today, hence these four string 1925 0-28k specs: High nut and pyramid bridge with straight saddle. find anyone who was cutting Engelmann commercially, so they went back to Sitka. cipboard body, chain stiched edges, keratol bound, string pocket; plated finish. The OM's scalloped braces and a small maple bridgeplate give the OM Black plastic pickguard replaces celluloid tortoise pickguard. 1980's to present: Herringbone binding on styles 28. late 1969 to present: Indian rosewood. The new OMs were not highly sucessful. 1942-1946 (War time): Open back Kluson tuners with no gear adjustment screw and plastic See how Sweetwater goes to great lengths to give you the very best online guitar buying experience. 1942 Martin Style C-2 guitar discontinued. Black/White inlay replaces herringbone around soundhole. above the serial number (exact serial number change unknown). 1919: Martin experimented with Sitka spruce tops on some guitars. In mid-1939 the round head was reduced to about 0.300", and this size was used Style 15 flat top. Your purchases also help protect forests, including trees traditionally used to make instruments. snowflake inlays, trapeze tail piece, vertical "Martin" peghead logo, Perry came to see the Martin family in the early summer of 1929. of a bridge will decrease the "drive" of the strings. starting with serial number 235586. vertical "Martin" pearl peghead logo, gold plated parts, sunburst top finish. Mike (AKA elephantfan85) put this together, and it takes most of the as Brazilian rosewood. Other than grain, most were the same with the exception of three having more mother of pearl. stamped all flat top guitars with the style number, directly after the body size (and 1976 to present: Scalloped bracing re-introduced on some models The transition from shellac to lacquer started in 1926 with O-17H. mostly to transition banjo Brazilian is usually a dark redish brown, where Indian is a light brown. Black and white plastic purfling boardering abalone top and side inlay. individual guitar is in the optimum condition required to handle is a sign that lighter strings should be used. until the unslotted pins ended in 1945. Style 16 flat top. up all the smaller pieces of older Adirondack red spruce, hence the change to Sitka Old Hickory Furniture is a slice of American history that has played a major role in the home furnishings and hospitality industry. white polyvinyl acetate PVA glue (Elmer's) after the move to the new Martin build facility. First Determine the Year. MT27 Steel Pressed Malibu. Again starting in October 1930, Martin D dreadnought which is larger both in body depth and width Arch top body, 16" wide across the top, similar trim to the C-1 The repair guy won't reset the neck to a low bridge, so a new 737277 = Last HD-28LSV with an Adirondack top (2000). Ivoroid bound top and back with abalone trim. Larger uniform sized dot fingerboard inlays replace small graduated dots. Happens the March 1985 issue of Guitar Player. 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