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Martin D-45 (2025 Refresh) #2935182
The Martin D-45 stands at the pinnacle of the 2025 Standard Series refresh, representing the ultimate blend of tone, craftsmanship, and visual artistry. Revered by legendary players and collectors alike, the D-45 delivers iconic Martin sound with unmatched luxury appointments.
Built with a solid Sitka spruce top and solid East Indian rosewood back and sides, the D-45 produces a powerful, full-range voice with deep bass, clear trebles, and rich, complex overtones. The dreadnought body provides exceptional projection and headroom, making it equally suited for stage, studio, and high-level performance.
The 2025 refresh features Golden Era (GE) forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing, allowing the top to respond more freely for increased openness, enhanced resonance, and a more dynamic tonal range.
Playability is refined with a GE Modified Low Oval neck profile, long diamond neck transition, sleeker vintage-style heel, and a thinner ebony fingerboard with gently beveled comfort edges. The addition of an angled nut improves string alignment and overall feel.
Visually, the D-45 is unmistakable, featuring abalone pearl inlay across the top, back, and sides, a fully adorned Style 45 rosette, and elegant hexagon fingerboard inlays. Every detail reflects Martin’s highest level of craftsmanship and tradition.
Why the 2025 D-45 Stands Out
This refreshed D-45 represents the highest level of Martin’s Standard Series, combining legendary tone with unmatched visual detail.
- East Indian rosewood delivers deep bass and rich overtone complexity
- GE forward-shifted scalloped bracing enhances responsiveness and openness
- Dreadnought body provides powerful projection and dynamic headroom
- Full abalone pearl inlay offers iconic, high-end visual presence
- Refined neck design improves comfort and playability
Features & Specifications
- Serial Number: 2935182
- Condition: Brand New – Martin Lifetime Warranty
- Top: Solid Sitka Spruce with Aging Toner
- Bracing: GE Forward-Shifted Scalloped X-Bracing (5/16" Spruce)
- Back & Sides: Solid East Indian Rosewood
- Body Style: Dreadnought (14-Fret)
- Neck: Genuine Mahogany, GE Modified Low Oval
- Fingerboard: Ebony with Style 45 Hexagon Inlays
- Scale Length: 25.4"
- Nut Width: 1 3/4" Bone
- Bridge: Ebony GE Belly with Bone Saddle
- String Spacing: 2 5/32"
- Top Inlay: Abalone with Multi-Stripe
- Rosette: Abalone with Multi-Stripe
- Back Purfling: Style 45
- Side Inlay: Style 45
- Binding: Antique White with Multi-Stripe
- Headplate: Block Inlay
- Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
- Tuners: Gold Butterbean
- Bridge Pins: White with Abalone Dot
- Finish: Gloss Body, Gloss Neck
- Case: Geib Hardshell Case Included
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