Sound Pure's Take

Stunning!  We're always thrilled to be able to present used Martins in fantastic condition but this one is truly special for us.  The appointments, construction, and tonewoods on this guitar are second to none, offering a look and a sound that nothing else out there can approach.  The rosette/fingerboard detail, the fingerboard inlay, and, of course, that stunning, vibrant Cocobolo offer the eye a treat every where you look.  And then there's the tone--you get the uncanny feeling that this little guitar is moving more air than that box can possibly support.  Cocobolo offers a fantastic blend of richness and clarity that comes across most notably in the bass and low-mids.  Crystalline highs float effortlessly atop the dynamic spectrum on waves of sustaining, natural reverb.    

Condition: Used, Excellent

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Small Body Acoustic Guitar Comparison: Collings 01 vs Martin 00-42 SC JM

Also in this recording Collings 01 Sitka/Mahogany Acoustic #27632

In this video, Sound Pure acoustic guitar specialist Barret Brooks compares 2 small body acoustics: a Collings 01 and a Martin 00-42 SC JM.

Martin 00-42 SC JM Sitka/Cocobolo Acoustic #2039181 (Used) Quick 'n' Dirty

In this video, Sound Pure acoustic guitar specialist Barrett Brooks describes and demonstrates a pre-owned Martin 00-42 SC JM John Mayer Sitka/Cocobolo Acoustic (Serial #2039181)

From Martin and Co.

00-42 SC JM

This "00" 12-fret guitar boasts solid cocobolo sides, back and headplate, gorgeous "42" style appointments, and is inspired by the 00-45SC built in collaboration with John Mayer in 2012. The "SC" stands for stagecoach, harkening back to an era when guitars were taken on trains, wagons, and horses for bringing people together in song.

Year
2016/2017
Model
00-42SC John Mayer
Construction
Dovetail Neck Joint
Body Size
00-12 Fret
Top Material
Sitka Spruce
Rosette
Custom Inlay
Bracing Pattern
X Brace
Brace Shape
Scalloped
Brace Material
Sitka Spruce
Brace Size
1/4"
Back Material
Cocobolo
Back Purfling/Strip
Style 45 with Black Stripe
Side Material
Cocobolo
Endpiece
Grained Ivoroid
Endpiece Inlay
Multi-Stripe
Binding
Grained Ivoroid
Top Inlay Material
Abalone with Multi-Stripe
Side Inlay Material
Multi-Stripe
Back Inlay Material
Multi-Stripe
Neck Material
Select Hardwood
Neck Shape
Modified V
Neck Taper
Standard Taper
Plek
Yes
Nut Material
Bone
Headstock Shape
Slotted with Square Taper and Diamond
Headplate Material
Cocobolo
Headplate Logo Style
Block Inlay
Headplate Binding Material
Grained Ivoroid
Heelcap
Grained Ivoroid with Multi-Stripe
Fingerboard Material
Ebony
Scale Length
24.9"
Neck Joins Body At
12th Fret
Number of Frets Total
19
Fingerboard Width at Nut
1 7/8''
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret
2 5/16''
Fingerboard Inlay Material
Abalone
Fingerboard Inlay Style
Golden Era Style 42 Snowflake
Fingerboard Binding Material
Grained Ivoroid
Side Dots
Abalone
Back and Side Finish
Gloss
Finish Top
Gloss
Top Color
Clear
Finish Neck
Gloss
Neck Color
Light Mahogany
Bridge Material
Ebony
Bridge Style
Pyramid - Drop in Saddle
Bridge String Spacing
2 5/16''
Saddle
Compensated Bone
Saddle Radius
16"
Tuning Machines
Brass Open Gear
Knob
Ivoroid
Bridge Pin Material
White Plastic
Bridge Pin Dots
Abalone
Pickguard
Faux Tortoise
Case
Ply Hardshell
Label
Signed by John Mayer

Warranty

This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.

Returns

Not eligible for Try Before You Buy or the 48-hour approval period. Standard return policy applies — see Terms & Conditions, Section 18 for details.

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