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Chris Martin IV Celebrates 50 Years | Martin Guitar

February 1, 2024
 
Martin's former CEO and current Executive Chairman reflects on his 50 year involvement with the company and introduces two new commemorative models.
 
 
 
 

Chris Martin IV Celebrates 50 Years | Martin Guitar

February 1, 2024
 
Martin's former CEO and current Executive Chairman reflects on his 50 year involvement with the company and introduces two new commemorative models.
 
 
 
 

1944 Martin D-28

September 6, 2023
 
Bay Area guitarist Jim Nunally demonstrates his herringbone dreadnought, which was originally owned by Windy Whitford of the Goose Island Ramblers.
 
Jim Nunally playing his 1944 Martin D-28
 
 
Jim Nunally playing his 1944 Martin D-28
 

1944 Martin D-28

September 6, 2023
 
Bay Area guitarist Jim Nunally demonstrates his herringbone dreadnought, which was originally owned by Windy Whitford of the Goose Island Ramblers.
 
 
 
 

1946 Martin D-18

April 5, 2023
 
Bay Area guitarist Jim Nunally demonstrates the dreadnought he’s played for almost four decades and used on recordings with David Grisman and others.
 
 
 
 

1946 Martin D-18

April 5, 2023
 
Bay Area guitarist Jim Nunally demonstrates the dreadnought he’s played for almost four decades and used on recordings with David Grisman and others.
 
 
 
 

Cutting a Bridge Slot | Elderly Instruments

March 3, 2023
 
Joe Konkoly demonstrates cutting the saddle slot on a replacement bridge for a vintage Martin.
 
 
 
 

Cutting a Bridge Slot | Elderly Instruments

March 3, 2023
 
Joe Konkoly demonstrates cutting the saddle slot on a replacement bridge for a vintage Martin.
 
 
 
 

Martin DDS Hops and Barley | Elderly Instruments

January 12, 2023
 
A limited edition Martin that pays homage to the special grains made famous for their use in beer making.
 
 
 
 

Martin DDS Hops and Barley | Elderly Instruments

January 12, 2023
 
A limited edition Martin that pays homage to the special grains made famous for their use in beer making.
 
 
 
 

Martin 000Jr-10E Shawn Mendes

December 28, 2022
 
The pop star’s signature model is an affordable small-body guitar built from FSC-certified woods.
 
Martin 000Jr-10E Shawn Mendes
 
 
Martin 000Jr-10E Shawn Mendes
 

Martin 000Jr-10E Shawn Mendes

December 28, 2022
 
The pop star’s signature model is an affordable small-body guitar built from FSC-certified woods.
 
 
 
 

The Incredible Story Of Martin Guitars | Martin Guitars

November 20, 2022
 
Chris Martin presents a lecture on his company's history at a special event at New York's Rudy's Music.
 
 
 
 

The Incredible Story Of Martin Guitars | Martin Guitars

November 20, 2022
 
Chris Martin presents a lecture on his company's history at a special event at New York's Rudy's Music.
 
 
 
 

Completed D-28 Repair | Elderly Instruments

November 11, 2022
 
Joe Konkoly shows the finished result of performing extensive repairs on a vintage Martin.
 
 
 
 

Completed D-28 Repair | Elderly Instruments

November 11, 2022
 
Joe Konkoly shows the finished result of performing extensive repairs on a vintage Martin.
 
 
 
 

Jerry Kennedy’s 1950 00-18 | Martin Guitar

July 29, 2022
 
Legendary producer and session guitarist is reunited with one of his first guitars, which has recently been restored by Martin's repair shop.
 
 
 
 

Jerry Kennedy’s 1950 00-18 | Martin Guitar

July 29, 2022
 
Legendary producer and session guitarist is reunited with one of his first guitars, which has recently been restored by Martin's repair shop.
 
 
 
 

The 2.5 Millionth Martin | Martin Guitar

June 2, 2022
 
Martin's 2.5 Millionth guitar features 436 diamonds to depict the night sky as it appeared when Christian Frederick Martin Sr. arrived in New York in 1833.
 
 
 
 

The 2.5 Millionth Martin | Martin Guitar

June 2, 2022
 
Martin's 2.5 Millionth guitar features 436 diamonds to depict the night sky as it appeared when Christian Frederick Martin Sr. arrived in New York in 1833.
 
 
 
 

Jam on the Road with Brandy Clark | Martin Guitar

December 19, 2021
 
The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter performs two of her popular original songs for Martin’s Jam on the Road series.
 
Brandy Clark
 
 
Brandy Clark
 

Jam on the Road with Brandy Clark | Martin Guitar

December 19, 2021
 
The Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter performs two of her popular original songs for Martin’s Jam on the Road series.
 
 
 
 

New Bracing for a D-28 | Elderly Instruments

November 24, 2021
 
Joe Konkoly makes and installs replacement bracing in a vintage Martin D-28.
 
 
 
 

New Bracing for a D-28 | Elderly Instruments

November 24, 2021
 
Joe Konkoly makes and installs replacement bracing in a vintage Martin D-28.
 
 
 
 

What’s a Go-Bar Deck? | Elderly Instruments

October 18, 2021
 
Joe Konkoly demonstrates using a go-bar deck as he installs replacement bracing in a vintage Martin D-28.
 
 
 
 

What’s a Go-Bar Deck? | Elderly Instruments

October 18, 2021
 
Joe Konkoly demonstrates using a go-bar deck as he installs replacement bracing in a vintage Martin D-28.
 
 
 
 

David Gilmour Signature Models | Martin Guitar

April 9, 2021
 
Fred Greene, and Skip Beltz discuss the development of the Pink Floyd guitarist's pair of D-35s.
 
 
 
 

David Gilmour Signature Models | Martin Guitar

April 9, 2021
 
Fred Greene, and Skip Beltz discuss the development of the Pink Floyd guitarist's pair of D-35s.
 
 
 
 

Martin Introduces New Models for 2021

January 18, 2021
 
David Gilmour signature models, a fully FSC-certified “Earth” guitar, and other great new guitars and ukuleles are being released during NAMM’s Believe in Music Week.
 
 
 
 

Martin Introduces New Models for 2021

January 18, 2021
 
David Gilmour signature models, a fully FSC-certified “Earth” guitar, and other great new guitars and ukuleles are being released during NAMM’s Believe in Music Week.
 
 
 
 

Join Martin Guitar’s Fred Greene on Facebook Live on Thursday, January 21

By: Dan Gabel
December 26, 2020
 
Peghead Nation hosts Martin’s Vice President of Product Management to discuss the new instruments that Martin is releasing in 2021.
 
Martin Guitar
 
 
Martin Guitar
 

Join Martin Guitar’s Fred Greene on Facebook Live on Thursday, January 21

By: Dan Gabel
December 26, 2020
 
Peghead Nation hosts Martin’s Vice President of Product Management to discuss the new instruments that Martin is releasing in 2021.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar Museum Tour with Chris Martin | Part 4

December 10, 2020
 
The Martin Guitar CEO talks about the introduction of mandolins and ukuleles in the early 1900s.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar Museum Tour with Chris Martin | Part 4

December 10, 2020
 
The Martin Guitar CEO talks about the introduction of mandolins and ukuleles in the early 1900s.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar Museum Tour with Chris Martin | Part 3

October 13, 2020
 
The Martin Guitar CEO talks about the development of the dovetail neck joint, the switch from fan-bracing to X-bracing, and more.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar Museum Tour with Chris Martin | Part 3

October 13, 2020
 
The Martin Guitar CEO talks about the development of the dovetail neck joint, the switch from fan-bracing to X-bracing, and more.
 
 
 
 

The Updated Martin Guitar X Series

September 16, 2020
 
Durable and affordable without sacrificing tone, Martin’s X Series offers the legendary Martin tone, travel-friendly design, a comfortable feel, and great value.
 
Playing the Martin X-Series guitar
 
 
Playing the Martin X-Series guitar
 

The Updated Martin Guitar X Series

September 16, 2020
 
Durable and affordable without sacrificing tone, Martin’s X Series offers the legendary Martin tone, travel-friendly design, a comfortable feel, and great value.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar Museum Tour with Chris Martin | Part 2

August 25, 2020
 
The Martin Guitar CEO talks about his family's settlement in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, and early Martin guitar designs.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar Museum Tour with Chris Martin | Part 2

August 25, 2020
 
The Martin Guitar CEO talks about his family's settlement in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, and early Martin guitar designs.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar Museum Tour with Chris Martin | Part 1

July 29, 2020
 
The Martin Guitar CEO talks about the earliest days of the company and his family’s settling in the United States.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar Museum Tour with Chris Martin | Part 1

July 29, 2020
 
The Martin Guitar CEO talks about the earliest days of the company and his family’s settling in the United States.
 
 
 
 

Amythyst Kiah: “Firewater” | Martin Museum Sessions

July 1, 2020
 
The songwriter and multi-instrumentalist performs an original song live in the Martin Museum, on a 1942 Martin D-45.
 
 
 
 

Amythyst Kiah: “Firewater” | Martin Museum Sessions

July 1, 2020
 
The songwriter and multi-instrumentalist performs an original song live in the Martin Museum, on a 1942 Martin D-45.
 
 
 
 

Jonathan McReynolds: “People” | Martin Museum Sessions

June 17, 2020
 
The songwriter plays his original song, which debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Gospel Music chart.
 
 
 
 

Jonathan McReynolds: “People” | Martin Museum Sessions

June 17, 2020
 
The songwriter plays his original song, which debuted at #1 on Billboard’s Gospel Music chart.
 
 
 
 

Amythyst Kiah: “Black Myself” | Martin Museum Sessions

June 5, 2020
 
The songwriter and multi-instrumentalist performs her Grammy-nominated song live in the Martin Museum, on a 1942 Martin D-45.
 
 
 
 

Amythyst Kiah: “Black Myself” | Martin Museum Sessions

June 5, 2020
 
The songwriter and multi-instrumentalist performs her Grammy-nominated song live in the Martin Museum, on a 1942 Martin D-45.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar | The SC-13 Origin Story

April 16, 2020
 
The designers of Martin’s innovative new acoustic-electric guitar talk about how the new concept, body shape, and neck joint came to fruition.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar | The SC-13 Origin Story

April 16, 2020
 
The designers of Martin’s innovative new acoustic-electric guitar talk about how the new concept, body shape, and neck joint came to fruition.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar | Nick Offerman: “My Martin Story”

December 20, 2019
 
The guitarist known for his portrayal of Ron Swanson on “Parks and Recreation” talks about his love of Martin Guitars and his struggle with the B chord.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar | Nick Offerman: “My Martin Story”

December 20, 2019
 
The guitarist known for his portrayal of Ron Swanson on “Parks and Recreation” talks about his love of Martin Guitars and his struggle with the B chord.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar | Zandy Fitzgerald: “What Makes the World”

November 29, 2019
 
The guitarist for the pop/rock/soul band The New Respects plays a solo version of an original song live at Martin HQ.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar | Zandy Fitzgerald: “What Makes the World”

November 29, 2019
 
The guitarist for the pop/rock/soul band The New Respects plays a solo version of an original song live at Martin HQ.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar X Bracing

September 17, 2019
 
Chris Martin and others talk about the creation of the X-braced guitar and the structural and tonal benefits of the historic bracing pattern.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar X Bracing

September 17, 2019
 
Chris Martin and others talk about the creation of the X-braced guitar and the structural and tonal benefits of the historic bracing pattern.
 
 
 
 

New Martin Modern Deluxe Series

September 3, 2019
 
Martin Guitar’s Fred Greene discusses the features and appointments on the new series that includes the D18, D28, OM28, and 00028.
 
 
 
 

New Martin Modern Deluxe Series

September 3, 2019
 
Martin Guitar’s Fred Greene discusses the features and appointments on the new series that includes the D18, D28, OM28, and 00028.
 
 
 
 

Martin Vega® Banjo Strings

July 11, 2019
 
Martin’s new banjo strings use a long lasting nickel/steel alloy for its tonal qualities and smooth consistency, great for all styles of banjo playing.
 
 
 
 

Martin Vega® Banjo Strings

July 11, 2019
 
Martin’s new banjo strings use a long lasting nickel/steel alloy for its tonal qualities and smooth consistency, great for all styles of banjo playing.
 
 
 
 

Martin Museum Sessions | Brian Fallon: “Smoke”

January 17, 2019
 
The songwriter and former frontman for Gaslight Anthem sings an original song in the Martin Guitar Museum.
 
 
 
 

Martin Museum Sessions | Brian Fallon: “Smoke”

January 17, 2019
 
The songwriter and former frontman for Gaslight Anthem sings an original song in the Martin Guitar Museum.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar | Dave Doll’s R&D Mystery

September 19, 2018
 
Martin’s R&D guru is working on something top secret, and the best sleuths at Martin are having a hard time uncovering the mystery.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar | Dave Doll’s R&D Mystery

September 19, 2018
 
Martin’s R&D guru is working on something top secret, and the best sleuths at Martin are having a hard time uncovering the mystery.
 
 
 
 

Martin 00-17 Authentic 1931

August 1, 2018
 
Martin releases a replica of their prewar 00 12-fret, with mahogany top, back, and sides, slotted peghead, and hide glue construction.
 
 
 
 

Martin 00-17 Authentic 1931

August 1, 2018
 
Martin releases a replica of their prewar 00 12-fret, with mahogany top, back, and sides, slotted peghead, and hide glue construction.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar | Konter Uke

June 21, 2018
 
A replica of the soprano ukulele that was aboard Admiral Byrd’s 1926 expedition to the North Pole, and also made a trip to the White House.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar | Konter Uke

June 21, 2018
 
A replica of the soprano ukulele that was aboard Admiral Byrd’s 1926 expedition to the North Pole, and also made a trip to the White House.
 
 
 
 

Martin Ukulele Strings and 2 Concert Ukulele

June 4, 2018
 
A look at Martin’s Premium Ukulele and Ukulele Strings and the All-Mahogany 2 Concert Uke
 
Martin 2 Concert Uke and Martin ukulele strings and Premium Polygut ukulele strings
 
 
Martin 2 Concert Uke and Martin ukulele strings and Premium Polygut ukulele strings
 

Martin Ukulele Strings and 2 Concert Ukulele

June 4, 2018
 
A look at Martin’s Premium Ukulele and Ukulele Strings and the All-Mahogany 2 Concert Uke
 
 
 
 

Martin HD-28E (2018)

May 14, 2018
 
The latest version of Martin’s Standard series herringbone dreadnought includes custom Fishman electronics.
 
Martin HD-28 video demonstration and review
 
 
Martin HD-28 video demonstration and review
 

Martin HD-28E (2018)

May 14, 2018
 
The latest version of Martin’s Standard series herringbone dreadnought includes custom Fishman electronics.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar | An Intimate Look at the Stringing Process

May 8, 2018
 
Watch as the finishing touches are put on a new Martin Guitar, from filing and polishing the frets to the first stringing of the guitar.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar | An Intimate Look at the Stringing Process

May 8, 2018
 
Watch as the finishing touches are put on a new Martin Guitar, from filing and polishing the frets to the first stringing of the guitar.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar D-45 | Fire and Ice

March 1, 2018
 
A look at the custom Golden Era Style 45 guitar, a collaboration between the Martin Custom Shop and inlay artist Harvey Leach.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar D-45 | Fire and Ice

March 1, 2018
 
A look at the custom Golden Era Style 45 guitar, a collaboration between the Martin Custom Shop and inlay artist Harvey Leach.
 
 
 
 

The Ballad of the Dreadnought | Martin Guitar

February 5, 2018
 
The history of iconic guitar model, first introduced in 1916, narrated by Jeff Daniels and including insight from David Crosby, Chris Martin, Rosanne Cash, Del McCoury, and many others.
 
 
 
 

The Ballad of the Dreadnought | Martin Guitar

February 5, 2018
 
The history of iconic guitar model, first introduced in 1916, narrated by Jeff Daniels and including insight from David Crosby, Chris Martin, Rosanne Cash, Del McCoury, and many others.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar and Fishman

January 21, 2018
 
A look at the partnership between Martin Guitar and Fishman Electronics, and how together they’ve mastered the acoustic-electric guitar.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar and Fishman

January 21, 2018
 
A look at the partnership between Martin Guitar and Fishman Electronics, and how together they’ve mastered the acoustic-electric guitar.
 
 
 
 

Martin Museum Sessions | Laurence Juber

November 5, 2017
 
The fingerstyle guitarist plays an original composition in the Martin Museum, on his Martin OM-21 Signature Guitar.
 
 
 
 

Martin Museum Sessions | Laurence Juber

November 5, 2017
 
The fingerstyle guitarist plays an original composition in the Martin Museum, on his Martin OM-21 Signature Guitar.
 
 
 
 

Neck Profile and Playability | Martin Guitar

October 6, 2017
 
A guitar’s neck shape can affect the feel and playability of an instrument, and Martin’s Dave Doll shows a few examples of different necks.
 
 
 
 

Neck Profile and Playability | Martin Guitar

October 6, 2017
 
A guitar’s neck shape can affect the feel and playability of an instrument, and Martin’s Dave Doll shows a few examples of different necks.
 
 
 
 

The Martin Dick Boak Signature Edition

September 21, 2017
 
Dick Boak talks about the Custom Signature Edition D-Boak dreadnought, featuring his original “Inside Out” artwork.
 
 
 
 

The Martin Dick Boak Signature Edition

September 21, 2017
 
Dick Boak talks about the Custom Signature Edition D-Boak dreadnought, featuring his original “Inside Out” artwork.
 
 
 
 

Martin Pro Tips | Guitar Parts and Jargon

July 12, 2017
 
Martin’s Dave Doll shows the parts of a guitar, explaining what some of the common terminology refers to and demystifying guitar-speak.
 
 
 
 

Martin Pro Tips | Guitar Parts and Jargon

July 12, 2017
 
Martin’s Dave Doll shows the parts of a guitar, explaining what some of the common terminology refers to and demystifying guitar-speak.
 
 
 
 

Martin Music Minute | Tony Rice

March 13, 2017
 
Author Jerry Zolten tells the story of the historic Martin D-28 that belonged to Clarence White and then moved on to bluegrass innovator Tony Rice.
 
 
 
 

Martin Music Minute | Tony Rice

March 13, 2017
 
Author Jerry Zolten tells the story of the historic Martin D-28 that belonged to Clarence White and then moved on to bluegrass innovator Tony Rice.
 
 
 
 

Martin Music Minute | Jason Isbell

February 3, 2017
 
Songwriter and guitarist Jason Isbell tells the story of one Martin dreadnought that belonged to three music legends.
 
 
 
 

Martin Music Minute | Jason Isbell

February 3, 2017
 
Songwriter and guitarist Jason Isbell tells the story of one Martin dreadnought that belonged to three music legends.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar 2017 Limited Editions

January 13, 2017
 
Take a look at the D-28 John Prine, Dwight Yoakam DD28 Signature Edition, CS-CF Martin Outlaw-17, CEO 8.2, and the CEO 8.2E from Martin Guitar.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar 2017 Limited Editions

January 13, 2017
 
Take a look at the D-28 John Prine, Dwight Yoakam DD28 Signature Edition, CS-CF Martin Outlaw-17, CEO 8.2, and the CEO 8.2E from Martin Guitar.
 
 
 
 

The Martin D-200 Deluxe

December 27, 2016
 
To celebrate their two-millionth guitar since 1833, C.F. Martin & Co. introduces the spectacular D-200 Deluxe limited edition.
 
 
 
 

The Martin D-200 Deluxe

December 27, 2016
 
To celebrate their two-millionth guitar since 1833, C.F. Martin & Co. introduces the spectacular D-200 Deluxe limited edition.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar Americana Series

December 26, 2016
 
The new 16-Series guitars are built with sycamore or cherry back and sides, solid spruce top wood, and innovative silver binding.
 
 
 
 

Martin Guitar Americana Series

December 26, 2016
 
The new 16-Series guitars are built with sycamore or cherry back and sides, solid spruce top wood, and innovative silver binding.
 
 
 
 

Elderly Instruments | Martin Dreadnought Junior

July 28, 2016
 
A cool dreadnought design from Martin Guitars, built with solid woods and with a size that falls in between a Little Martin and a standard Martin dreadnought.
 
 
 
 

Elderly Instruments | Martin Dreadnought Junior

July 28, 2016
 
A cool dreadnought design from Martin Guitars, built with solid woods and with a size that falls in between a Little Martin and a standard Martin dreadnought.
 
 
 
 

Martin 00-15E Retro

September 30, 2015
 
Martin’s latest 14-fret 00 combines vintage-style design with the latest in amplification technology. A great-sounding small-body.
 
 
 
 

Martin 00-15E Retro

September 30, 2015
 
Martin’s latest 14-fret 00 combines vintage-style design with the latest in amplification technology. A great-sounding small-body.
 
 
 
 

1966 Martin D-28

June 18, 2015
 
Guitarist and educator Mark Hanson demonstrates the dreadnought that has been with him for his entire career.
 
Mark Hanson's 1966 Martin D-28
 
 
Mark Hanson's 1966 Martin D-28
 

1966 Martin D-28

June 18, 2015
 
Guitarist and educator Mark Hanson demonstrates the dreadnought that has been with him for his entire career.
 
 
 
 
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