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Martin CF-1 Archtop Guitar - USED  From Other

Rare and beautiful archtop guitar from Dale Unger and Martin!

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Sound Pure's dedication to pre-owned products is unprecedented in the industry. We are a small team of dedicated experts that buys, trades, and consigns. We are trusted by customers all over the world. Our curated collection, is thoroughly tested and inspected by some of the best in the business. Our inventory is constantly changing, ever-evolving, with some items sold before reaching the website. Looking for something specific? Have questions about this product's condition or history? Want more photos, or to simply chat with an expert who's had his hands on this actual piece? Contact us now.
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What We Think

This CF-1 is supremely resonant for a guitar with laminate construction. Designed by Dale Unger in conjunction with Martin Guitars, this guitar exhibits the great tone and feel that has earned Dale a reputation as one of the premier archtop luthiers in the world. The clean lines and sleek design are evidence of the skill and meticulous attention to detail of a master builder, while the intricate grain patterns on the spruce top and maple back and sides reveal the one-of-a-kind character of this unique instrument. The laminate body construction resists feedback just enough to be suitable for higher-volume ensemble playing, without squashing the guitar's naturally full voice. If you are looking for a high-quality, American-made archtop that won't break the bank, this is the one for you!

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-Jared Wofford

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About Manufacturer

Here at Sound Pure we hand-select used and vintage pieces of gear for our inventory. Our used selection always reflects the high standards of quality and craftsmanship that we expect from all of our manufacturers.   We are a small team of dedicated experts, located in Durham, NC.  We buy, trade, and consign instruments that we truly believe in.  Because of this, we have developed a reputation of quality and trust with our customers, located all over the world.   Our best customers are the ones that truly understand our personal touch and commitment to everything we sell, and range from hobbyists and enthusiasts to some of the biggest names in the business.  Our passion bridges the products we love with the real relationships we develop with our customer - whether they are a lifelong musician, or they are just getting started on their musical journey but care about value, quality, and being treated right.  

We vigorously test everything we take in to ensure authenticity, functionality, and reliability.  We are supported by one of the most well-respected luthiers in the Southeast, guaranteeing products that come in are thoroughly vetted, and that products that go out our in premium, performance- ready shape.   We are so confident in our ability to provide the highest quality music equipment in the industry, we even invented our “Try Before You Buy” program where we can ship out a product before collecting actual payment. 

Sound Pure's inventory is constantly changing, ever-evolving, with some items sold before reaching the website.    Looking for something specific? Have questions about this product's condition or history?  Want more photos, or to simply chat with an expert who's had his hands on this actual piece of gear?  It is truly our pleasure to talk with our customers, please do contact us now.  

Specifications

CONSTRUCTION:Mahogany Blocks/Dovetail

BODY SIZE: 3''

TOP:Laminated Alpine Spruce

ROSETTE: none

TOP BRACING PATTERN: Archtop Crossbrace

TOP BRACES: Solid Sitka Spruce

BACK MATERIAL:Laminated European Flamed Maple

BACK PURFLING: none

SIDE MATERIAL: Solid European Flamed Maple

ENDPIECE:none

ENDPIECE INLAY: none

BINDING: none

TOP INLAY STYLE: none

SIDE INLAY: none

BACK INLAY: none

NECK MATERIAL: Flamed Maple

NECK SHAPE: U Shape Archtop

NUT MATERIAL:Black Ebony

HEADSTOCK: Archtop

HEADPLATE: Black /2 Raised Gold Foil (American Archtop and CFM less Est. in 1833)

HEELCAP: Solid Black Ebony

FINGERBOARD MATERIAL: Solid Black Ebony

SCALE LENGTH: 25''

# OF FRETS CLEAR: 14

# OF FRETS TOTAL: 21

FINGERBOARD WIDTH AT NUT: 1 3/4''

FINGERBOARD WIDTH AT 12TH FRET: 2 1/8''

FINGERBOARD POSITION INLAYS:none

FINGERBOARD BINDING: Black Ebony

FINISH BACK & SIDES: Polished Gloss

FINISH TOP: Polished Gloss

FINISH NECK: Polished Gloss