Detail 01
Forward-shifted scalloped Adirondack X bracing
The stated bracing layout is intended to increase low-end response.
Product detailSKU #1500000365549
MartinD-42 Modern Deluxe Acoustic Guitar - Natural
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The D-42 Modern Deluxe pairs Martin’s VTS spruce top with aged, forward-shifted Adirondack X bracing and East Indian rosewood back and sides. That combination is described with increased bass response, resonance, complex overtones, and a bright top end. Its carbon-fiber bridge plate and Liquidmetal bridge pins update the traditional construction, while the slightly asymmetrical neck profile and High Performance Taper ebony fingerboard are intended for a quick, comfortable feel. Natural gloss, flame maple binding, pearl and abalone inlays, gold hardware, and a hardshell case give it a thoroughly appointed presentation.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Players looking for the specified rosewood overtones, bright upper range, and increased low-end response.
- Players wanting a slightly asymmetrical neck profile with a High Performance Taper fingerboard.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Left-handed players; this model is specified for right-handed orientation.
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
Carbon-fiber bridge plate and Liquidmetal bridge pins
These modern construction details are paired with pins described as adding 3–5 dB of output.
Detail 03
1.75-inch nut width; 25.4-inch scale length
These are the listed neck measurements for the right-handed six-string layout.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01The guitar is right-handed.
- 02A hardshell case is included.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01What is the D-42 Modern Deluxe’s top material?
It uses a spruce top with Martin’s Vintage Tone System (VTS).
02Does the D-42 Modern Deluxe come with a case?
Yes. It includes a hardshell case.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Bridge
- Ebony
7 detailsPlayability
- Orientation
- Right-handed
- Nut Width
- 1.75
- Number of Frets
- 20
- Number of Strings
- 6 string
- Saddle Amp Nut
- Compensated bone saddle and bone nut
- Scale Length
- 25.4
- Neck Shape
- Vintage deluxe
12 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Natural
- Top Material
- Spruce with VTS
- Body Finish
- Gloss
- Body Type
- D-14 Fret
- Neck Wood
- Mahogany
- Fingerboard Material
- Ebony
- Back Amp Sides
- East Indian rosewood
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Body Style
- Vintage deluxe
- Tuning Machines
- Open-gear
- Body Shape
- Vintage deluxe
- Neck Finish
- Satin
1 detailsIn the box
- Case or Gig Bag
- Hardshell case
1 detailsOther
- Bracing Pattern
- Forward shifted X brace, scalloped shape
