The Martin D-42 represents the pinnacle of acoustic guitar craftsmanship, where traditional Dreadnought power meets sophisticated appointments for the most discerning musicians. This exceptional instrument features a solid Sitka spruce top paired with East Indian rosewood back and sides, creating a dynamic and balanced tonal palette with outstanding projection and clarity. The full-bodied voice produces strong bass response, crystal-clear trebles, and rich overtones that make it equally suited to expressive fingerpicking and powerful strumming techniques.
The guitar’s gloss genuine mahogany neck showcases a Golden Era™ Modified Low Oval profile with High-Performance Taper, providing fast and smooth playability across the bound ebony fingerboard. Visual elegance comes through snowflake abalone inlays, pearl top trim, and an intricate abalone rosette, while antique white binding and gold open-gear tuners enhance the classic aesthetic. Sitka spruce GE-style scalloped bracing and vintage-inspired detailing ensure this instrument performs as magnificently as it appears.
As part of Martin’s refreshed Standard Series for 2025, the D-42 incorporates updated bracing, a thinner fingerboard, and reimagined neck shaping that improves comfort, tonal response, and overall playability. Each guitar comes complete with a moulded hardshell case for reliable protection during transport and storage.
- Solid Sitka spruce top w/ East Indian rosewood back & sides
- Gloss genuine mahogany neck w/ GE Modified Low Oval profile
- 25.4" scale length w/ High-Performance Taper
- Ebony fingerboard w/ snowflake abalone inlays & binding
- Ebony bridge w/ bone saddle & abalone inlaid bridge pins
- Abalone rosette, pearl top inlay, antique white binding
- Golden Era-style scalloped X bracing
- Gold open-gear tuners
- Includes moulded hardshell case



