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Crafted with passion and precision, the Martin Custom Shop guitars designed by Tone Shop Guitars’ custom expert Mike Doty are a testament to the art and craftsmanship of lutherie. Each guitar is a masterpiece, featuring hand-selected tone woods that not only ensure superior sound quality but also add a unique character to every instrument. The meticulous selection process guarantees that each piece of wood contributes to the rich, resonant tones that Martin guitars are renowned for. The inlays are a work of art in themselves, with options ranging from simple elegance to intricate designs. They are carefully crafted from materials such as pearl, stone, metal, and exotic woods, adding a personal touch that reflects the guitarist’s style and story. The specifications of these guitars are tailored to perfection. From the body shape and size to the neck profile and tuning machines, every detail is considered to create a guitar that is not just an instrument, but an extension of the musician.  These guitars are more than just a sum of their parts—they are a conduit for musical expression, built to inspire and endure. Whether on stage or in the studio, a Martin Custom Shop guitar designed by Tone Shop Guitars is the ultimate companion for any musician seeking the pinnacle of acoustic performance. Adhesive: Modern Adhesive Top Material: Italian Alpine Spruce Bracing Material, Top: Adirondack Spruce Back and Side Material: Wild Grain East Indian Rosewood Binding Material: Highly Figure Claro Walnut Top Pearl: Perimeter with Fingerboard Profile Rosette Style: Style 45 Boltaron Bridge Style: Modern Belly Neck Material: 12/4 Genuine Mahogany Neck Profile: Modified Low Oval Neck Taper: High Performance Taper Tuning Machines: Grover Gold V97-18GA StaTite 18:1 Vintage Btn Fingerboard Material: Black Ebony Fingerboard Inlay: Style 45 Snowflake Finish Type: Standard Finish Package: Gloss Body w/ Gloss Neck Top Color: Aging Toner Top Material: Italian Alpine Spruce Top Material Upgrade: Premium Final Top Grade: Grade 7 Top Thickness: Standard Bracing Material, Top: Adirondack Spruce Bracing Pattern, Top: X Brace Bracing Pattern Number, Top: 6-A OM Bracing Shape, Top: Scalloped Bracing Style, Top: Golden Era Bracing Size, Top: 1/4'' Binding Material: Highly Figure Claro Walnut Back and Sides Material: Wild Grain East Indian Rosewood Back and Sides Material Upgrade: Premium Neck Material: 12/4 Genuine Mahogany Neck Center Piece Material: n/a Neck Profile: Modified Low Oval Neck Taper: High Performance Taper Heelcap Material: Highly Figure Claro Walnut Headstock: Solid Diamond Volute: Standard Headstock Taper: Square Corners: Square Headplate Material: Wild Grain East Indian Rosewood Headplate Material Grade: Premium Headplate Thickness: Standard Headplate Decal: None Headplate Binding: Yes Headplate Inlay: CFM Block Headplate Inlay Pearl Species: Paua Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4" Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8" String Spacing: 2 5/32''

The Martin 0-42 is a high-end parlor acoustic guitar known for its elegant design and rich tonal quality. Featuring a spruce top and rosewood back and sides, this guitar delivers a well-balanced sound with great projection. The mahogany neck and ebony fingerboard provide smooth playability, making it a favorite among fingerstyle players and those who appreciate intricate craftsmanship.