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Martin D-17 (2025 Refresh) #2946510
The Martin D-17 is a standout addition to the 2025 Standard Series refresh, delivering a unique all-mahogany voice with vintage character and modern playability. This dreadnought offers a warm, woody tonal profile with strong fundamentals, dry clarity, and a focused low end that records exceptionally well.
Built with a solid mahogany top, back, and sides, the D-17 produces a rich, earthy tone with a controlled response and quick note decay—ideal for players who prefer a more fundamental, less overtone-heavy sound. The dreadnought body shape provides excellent projection and headroom, making it equally suited for strumming and articulate flatpicking.
The 2025 refresh introduces Golden Era (GE) spruce forward-shifted scalloped bracing, enhancing responsiveness and adding a touch of openness while preserving the dry, vintage-inspired voice that defines the D-17.
Playability is equally refined with a GE Modified Low Oval neck profile, sleeker vintage-style heel, and a thinner ebony fingerboard with gently beveled comfort edges. The satin finish on both the body and neck provides a smooth, fast feel and a broken-in look right out of the case.
Why the 2025 D-17 Stands Out
This refreshed D-17 offers a distinctive alternative within the Martin Standard Series, combining vintage mahogany tone with modern refinements.
- All-mahogany construction delivers warm, dry tone with strong fundamentals
- GE forward-shifted scalloped bracing improves responsiveness and openness
- Dreadnought body provides excellent projection and dynamic range
- Satin finish enhances resonance and offers a smooth, broken-in feel
- Updated neck design improves comfort and playability
Features & Specifications
- Serial Number: 2946510
- Condition: Brand New – Martin Lifetime Warranty
- Top: Solid Mahogany
- Bracing: GE Forward-Shifted Scalloped X-Bracing (Spruce 5/16")
- Back & Sides: Solid Mahogany
- Body Style: Dreadnought (14-Fret)
- Neck: Select Hardwood, GE Modified Low Oval
- Fingerboard: Ebony with GE Diamond & Square Short Inlays
- Scale Length: 25.4"
- Nut Width: 1 3/4" Bone
- Bridge: Ebony Belly with Bone Saddle
- String Spacing: 2 5/32"
- Rosette: Old Style 18 Multi-Stripe
- Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
- Tuners: Nickel Open Gear
- Finish: Satin Body, Satin Neck
- Case: Hardshell Case Included
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