Martin Custom Shop OM45 Compass Sitka Spruce Flamed Koa 2021

The 45 Series guitars are already among Martin's most decorated, but the brand's Custom Shop occasionally takes things up a notch with even more inlays!

The Martin Custom Shop is for the discerning guitarist who wants complete control over all the specifications and appearance of their instrument. Combining the customer's vision, the builder's craftsmanship, and the finest materials, the Martin Custom Shop consistently delivers a perfect guitar. The detailing of these instruments is top-notch, and the feeling of playing a Custom Martin is simply irreplaceable!

The foundation of this masterpiece is an OM45 richly decorated with abalone; this ornate inlay can be found on the top, back, sides, and even along the heel. But when we look at the back of the guitar, we see the real pièce de résistance: a beautifully inlaid compass made of various woods and abalone. This inlay is based on the OM True North series, built by the Custom Shop in 2016, and it transforms this guitar into a true work of art!

But the 45 series sits at the top of Martin's hierarchy for good reason, with guitars that feature not only exquisite inlays but also the finest tonewoods! This guitar boasts a back and sides crafted from beautifully flamed koa, complemented by a Sitka spruce top of exceptionally high quality. Both the body and neck are framed by Indian rosewood binding, complete with a profusion of abalone inlays. The ebony bridge and fingerboard also feature an additional inlay in the shape of the classic Island Scroll.

This guitar has undoubtedly been carefully cherished by its owner, as it's indistinguishable from new, except for the very minimal playwear on the back of the body! It comes with a Martin Custom Shop Certificate and is delivered in a TKL hardshell case.

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