C.F. MARTIN AND COMPANY

With the exception of the added pearl inlay on the fingerboard, the D-42AR follows Martin's traditional Style 42 adornments. This dreadnought is constructed with what is commonly called Amazon rosewood (Dalbergia spruceana). Though quite similar to Brazilian rosewood in rarity and tonal quality the wood is not an endangered species and subject to the restrictions under the CITES treaty. This D-42AR was a "wood test" prototype for the edition of 30 guitars produced by Martin.