Martin 000-42

The Martin 000-42 is one of the most refined and esteemed models from the historic Martin line, chosen by guitarists around the world for its rich, balanced, and harmonious sound, as well as its opulent aesthetics.

With full bass, bright treble, and extraordinary harmonic complexity, the 000-42 delivers an ideal sound performance for all types of musical interpretations. Featuring a short scale of 24.9”, this guitar boasts a solid Sitka spruce top, solid Indian rosewood back and sides, and scalloped bracing.

It is the perfect model for those seeking a versatile instrument, suitable for both strumming and fingerstyle, without compromising on the aesthetic refinement and sound quality that Martin is known for.

In particular, this guitar belongs to the 2025 Standard Series, which has further refined the already exceptional Standard Series Reimagined models to offer even higher performance, both in terms of sound and comfort.

A significant innovation is the adoption of the Golden Era bracing, previously reserved exclusively for Custom Shop productions, as well as the Modern Deluxe and Authentic series. This technical choice gives the instruments an even fuller and richer sound while maintaining the definition typical of Martin guitars.

Another improvement concerns the neck, which now features the Golden Era Modified “Low Oval” profile, thin at the first frets for a more comfortable grip, but progressively thicker as you move up the fretboard, thus enhancing overall ergonomics. The fingerboard is slightly thinner, reflecting the design of historic Martin Pre-War models, and features rolled edges for greater comfort in handling.

The bridge has also been redesigned and now adopts the Golden Era Modern Belly design, echoing the bridges of Martin's Pre-War productions.

Overall, the Martin 2025 Standard Series comes closer than ever to the traditional construction standards of the brand, offering instruments with authentic character and improved playability.