Martin Custom Shop Dread Adirondack/Highly Flamed Koa w/case

Crafted with passion and precision, the Martin Custom Shop guitars designed by Tone Shop Guitars’ custom expert Mike Doty are a testament to the art and craftsmanship of lutherie. Each guitar is a masterpiece, featuring hand-selected tone woods that not only ensure superior sound quality but also add a unique character to every instrument. The meticulous selection process guarantees that each piece of wood contributes to the rich, resonant tones that Martin guitars are renowned for.

The inlays are a work of art in themselves, with options ranging from simple elegance to intricate designs. They are carefully crafted from materials such as pearl, stone, metal, and exotic woods, adding a personal touch that reflects the guitarist’s style and story.

The specifications of these guitars are tailored to perfection. From the body shape and size to the neck profile and tuning machines, every detail is considered to create a guitar that is not just an instrument, but an extension of the musician. 

These guitars are more than just a sum of their parts—they are a conduit for musical expression, built to inspire and endure. Whether on stage or in the studio, a Martin Custom Shop guitar designed by Tone Shop Guitars is the ultimate companion for any musician seeking the pinnacle of acoustic performance.

Appointment Level: Standard

Adhesive: Modern Adhesive

Top Material: Adirondack Spruce

Bracing Material, Top: Adirondack Spruce

Back and Side Material: Highly Flamed Koa

Binding Material: Madagascar Rosewood

Rosette Style: Style 45 Boltaron

Bridge Style: Modern Belly

Neck Material: Select Hardwood

Neck Profile: Modified V

Neck Taper: High Performance Taper

Tuning Machines: Grover Nickel V97-18NA StaTite 18:1

Vintage Button

Fingerboard Material: Black Ebony

Fingerboard Inlay: Style 45 Snowflake

Finish Type: Standard

Finish Package: Gloss Body w/Satin Neck and

Polished Headplate

Top Color: Aging Toner

Electronics: None

Frets Clear: 14 Frets Clear of Body

Body Shape: ''D'' Dreadnought Body

Inspired by: HD28

Appointment Level: Standard

Adhesive: Modern Adhesive

Orientation: Right Handed

String Number: 6 String

Electronics: None

Body Depth: Standard

Scale Length: 25.4"

Neck Joint: Dovetail

Truss Rod: Adjustable 14 Fret

 

TOP

Top Material: Adirondack Spruce

Top Material Upgrade: Standard

Final Top Grade: Grade 5-6

Top Thickness: Standard

Bracing Material, Top: Adirondack Spruce

Bracing Pattern, Top: X Brace - Forward Shifted

Bracing Pattern Number, Top: 3-A DOMLE

Bracing Shape, Top: Scalloped

Bracing Style, Top: Golden Era

Bracing Size, Top: 5/16''

Top Note:

Binding Material: Madagascar Rosewood

Rosette Style: Style 45 Boltaron

Rosette Pearl Species: Select Abalone

Rosette Pearl Species And Thickness: N/A

Rosette Poly: None

Pickguard Material: Faux Tortoise

 

BACK AND SIDE

Back and Sides Material: Highly Flamed Koa

Back and Sides Material Upgrade: Premium

 

Neck

Neck Material: Select Hardwood

Neck Profile: Modified V

Neck Taper: High Performance Taper

Heelcap Material: Madagascar Rosewood

Headstock: Solid

Diamond Volute: Standard

Headstock Taper: Square

Corners: Standard

Headplate Material: Highly Flamed Koa

Headplate Inlay: CFM Block

Headplate Inlay Pearl Species: Select Abalone

 

FINGERBOARD

Fingerboard Material: Black Ebony

Fingerboard Radius: 16''

Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"

Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8"

String Spacing: 2 5/32''

Fingerboard Inlay: Style 45 Snowflake

Fingerboard Inlay Pearl Species: Regular Abalone

Side Dots: White

 

FINISH

Finish Type: Standard

Stage 1 Aged Finish: No

Finish Package: Gloss Body w/Satin Neck and Polished Headplate

 

Top Color: Aging Toner

 

BRIDGE

Bridge Material: Black Ebony

Bridge Style: Modern Belly

Saddle Style: Drop in Saddle

Bridge Inlay: None

Saddle Material: Compensated Bone

Bridge End Pins: Bone w/ Faux Tortoise

 

EXTRAS

Tuning Machines: Grover Nickel V97-18NA StaTite 18:1 Vintage Button

Tuning Machine Drilling: R 11/32''

Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0

Strings Guage: Medium

Strap Button: None

Case: 5-Ply Hardshell