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
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
This item is not eligible for the Try-Before-You-Buy 48-hour audition. Standard return policy applies — see Terms & Conditions, Section 18 for details.
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