Detail 01
Forward-shifted Adirondack spruce X-bracing
The bracing is designed to let the top vibrate freely while retaining stability.
Product detailSKU #1500000456023
MartinCustom Shop 41 Style European High Altitude Spruce-AAA Pacific Big Leaf Maple Grand Performance Acoustic Guitar Toasted Burst
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Martin’s Custom Shop 41 Style Grand Performance pairs a certified European high altitude spruce top with AAA flamed Pacific big leaf maple across the back, sides, neck, and headplate. Its voice is described as clear, lively, and quick to respond, with crisp note separation for fingerstyle work and intricate chord passages. Forward-shifted Adirondack spruce X-bracing supports that responsive character. Antique white binding, abalone trim, and concaved diamond fingerboard inlays give it a detailed, formal appearance.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Fingerstyle passages and intricate chord work where distinct notes and responsive dynamics matter.
- Live or studio playing that calls for a clear, lively acoustic voice.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Left-handed players; this guitar is configured for right-handed use.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Grover nickel tuning machines
They provide smooth adjustment and accurate tuning.
Detail 03
Hardshell case
Protection is provided for transport and storage.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The guitar has a 1.75-inch nut width, 25.4-inch scale length, and 20 frets.
- 02It is a right-handed instrument.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What woods are used on this model?
It has a certified European high altitude spruce top and AAA Pacific big leaf flamed maple back, sides, neck, and headplate.
02What body style is it?
It uses Martin’s Grand Performance body style.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
10 detailsPlayability
- Nut Material
- Bone
- Strings
- Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0
- Orientation
- Right handed
- Nut Width
- 1.75
- Number of Frets to Body
- 14
- Number of Frets
- 20
- Number of Strings
- Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0
- Bridge String Spacing
- 2.15625 inch
- Scale Length
- 25.4
- Neck Shape
- Modified low oval
20 detailsBody & build
- Bridge Type
- Modern belly
- Color
- Brown
- Bridge and End Pin
- Liquid metal bone with paua
- Top Finish
- Gloss
- Body Material
- AAA Pacific big leaf flamed maple
- Top Material
- Premium certified European high altitude spruce
- Body Finish
- Gloss
- Top Bracing Pattern
- X brace forward shifted
- Inlays
- Concaved diamond
- Side Materials
- AAA Pacific big leaf flamed maple
- Neck Wood
- Flame maple
- Top Braces
- Adirondack spruce
- Fingerboard Material
- Ebony
- Neck Joint
- Dovetail neck joint
- Pickguard
- Faux tortoise
- Back Material
- AAA Pacific big leaf flamed maple
- Body Style
- Grand performance
- Body Shape
- Grand performance
- Tuning Machines
- Grover nickel
- Neck Finish
- Satin
1 detailsIn the box
- Case or Gig Bag
- Hardshell
2 detailsOther
- Saddle
- Bone
- Product Type
- Acoustic guitar
