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Martin Custom Shop Dread 14-Fret Jaguar Claw Mahogany Black Top w/case 2981100

Location: Addison

Martin Custom Shop Dread 14-Fret Jaguar Claw Mahogany Black Top w/case 2981100

$6,395.00

Martin Custom Shop Dread 14-Fret Jaguar Claw Mahogany – Tone Shop Guitars Exclusive

A Powerful, Boutique Dreadnought Crafted from Rare Jaguar Claw Mahogany

The Martin Custom Shop Dread 14-Fret Jaguar Claw Mahogany is a Tone Shop Guitars exclusive, blending the legendary dreadnought voice with rare, visually striking Jaguar Claw Mahogany back and sides. This custom build features a Grade 3-4 Adirondack spruce top and hand-shaped Golden Era scalloped bracing for unmatched projection, warmth, and dynamic response. Whether you’re a flatpicker, singer-songwriter, or collector, this is a one-of-a-kind Martin built to inspire for generations.

Classic Old Style 18 appointments, a high-performance neck taper, and premium nickel vintage tuners ensure a balance of traditional style and modern playability. This instrument is only available at Tone Shop Guitars.


Highlights

  • Exclusive Jaguar Claw Mahogany Back & Sides: Hand-selected for Tone Shop Guitars, offering rich lows and stunning visual appeal
  • Adirondack Spruce Top: Grade 3-4, authentic thickness for crisp dynamics and deep resonance
  • Golden Era Hand-Shaped Scalloped Bracing: Forward-shifted X-bracing for classic Martin power and clarity
  • Modern Playability: GE Modified Low Oval neck with High Performance Taper for effortless fretting
  • Vintage Martin Style 18 Details: Old Style 18 Boltaron rosette, black binding, faux tortoise pickguard
  • Premium Hardware: Grover Sta-Tite vintage tuners, black ebony fingerboard and bridge, bone nut and saddle

Specifications

  • Body Shape: Dreadnought, 14 Frets Clear of Body
  • Top Wood: Adirondack Spruce (Grade 3-4, Authentic Thickness)
  • Back & Sides Wood: Jaguar Claw Mahogany (Premium, Custom-Selected)
  • Bracing: Adirondack Spruce, Golden Era, Scalloped, Forward-Shifted, Hand-Shaped, 5/16"
  • Binding: Black
  • Rosette: Old Style 18 Boltaron
  • Pickguard: Faux Tortoise, Pattern 21B
  • Finish: Gloss Body, Satin Neck, Aging Toner Top
  • Neck Wood: Select Hardwood
  • Neck Joint: Dovetail, 14th Fret
  • Neck Profile: GE Modified Low Oval
  • Neck Taper: High Performance Taper
  • Scale Length: 25.4"
  • Fingerboard: Black Ebony, 16" Radius
  • Fingerboard Inlay: Old Style 18 (Select Abalone)
  • Nut Width: 1-3/4"
  • Bridge: Black Ebony, GE Modern Belly
  • Saddle: Compensated Bone, Drop-In
  • Tuning Machines: Grover Nickel V97-18NA Sta-Tite, 18:1, Vintage Button
  • Strings: Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 (Medium Gauge)
  • Case: 5-Ply Hardshell Case Included
  • Other Features: Black end pin, no electronics

Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?

  • Exclusive Custom Builds: Unique tonewoods and specs, only available at Tone Shop Guitars
  • Professional Setup: Every guitar is inspected and expertly set up before shipping
  • Authorized Martin Custom Shop Dealer: Full warranty and nationwide support
  • Trusted by Musicians Nationwide: Tone Shop Guitars is a destination for collectors and players seeking the best in Martin Custom Shop

Experience the depth, power, and exclusivity of the Martin Custom Shop Dread 14-Fret Jaguar Claw Mahogany—available only at Tone Shop Guitars.

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