Martin Limited D-35 David Gilmour 12-String Natural

6-String Acoustic Guitar with Ebony Fingerboard, Includes Hardshell Case. Made in the USA.
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Martin Limited D-35 David Gilmour 12-String Natural

Brand New
Serial #2465237
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Brand New
Serial #2465237
For over forty years his Martin D12-28 12 string was a constant in David Gilmour’s recording & song writing arsenal. When this guitar went to auction in 2019 we were delighted to be able to work with him to create a 12 string for his music today. The David Gilmour signature models are the first D-35s ever made with neck, back and sides of sinker mahogany, chosen by David for its warm, rich tones and exquisitely beautiful grain. A Carpathian Spruce top delivers unparalleled 12 string tone with our vintage gloss finish and antique white binding providing classic ‘Golden Era’ Martin style. In addition, a special David Gilmour headstamp is featured on the reverse of the headstock. The signature models are limited to 250 pieces and every label is hand-signed by David himself, ensuring this guitar’s place on every collector’s wish list. Through this partnership, Martin Guitar is proud to support the David Gilmour Charitable Foundation.

Series: Custom Artist
Edition Size: 50
Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint
Body Size: D-14 Fret
Top Material: Carpathian Spruce
Rosette Style: 28 Multi-Stripe
Bracing Pattern: X Brace
Brace Shape: Non-Scalloped
Brace Material: Sitka Spruce
Brace Size: 5/16"
Back Material: Sinker Mahogany
Back Detail: 3 Piece
Back Purfling/Strip: Zig-Zag
Side Material: Sinker Mahogany
Endpiece: Antique White
Binding: Antique White
Top Inlay Material: Bold Herringbone
Neck Material: Sinker Mahogany
Neck Shape: 12 String
Neck Taper: High Performance Taper
Plek: Yes
Nut Material: Bone
Headstock Shape: Solid with  12 String Taper and Diamond
Headplate Material: Madagascar Rosewood
Headplate Logo: Style Script Old Style Overlay
Heelcap: Antique White
Fingerboard: Material Ebony
Scale Length: 24.9"
Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
Number of Frets Total: 20
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 13/16''
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/4''
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone
Fingerboard Inlay Style: David Gilmour Dot Pattern
Side Dots: Yellow
Back and Side Finish: Vintage Gloss
Back and Sides Color: Dark Mahogany
Finish Top: Vintage Gloss
Top Color: Antique Toner
Finish Neck: Vintage Gloss
Neck Color: Dark Mahogany
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style: Modern Belly - 12 String- Drop in Saddle
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/16''
Saddle: Compensated Bone
Saddle Radius: 16"
Tuning Machines: Chrome Enclosed Gear
Knob: Small
Bridge Pin Material: Black Plastic
Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern
Case: Molded Hardshell
Label: Paper Label
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Description & Specs

For over forty years his Martin D12-28 12 string was a constant in David Gilmour’s recording & song writing arsenal. When this guitar went to auction in 2019 we were delighted to be able to work with him to create a 12 string for his music today. The David Gilmour signature models are the first D-35s ever made with neck, back and sides of sinker mahogany, chosen by David for its warm, rich tones and exquisitely beautiful grain. A Carpathian Spruce top delivers unparalleled 12 string tone with our vintage gloss finish and antique white binding providing classic ‘Golden Era’ Martin style. In addition, a special David Gilmour headstamp is featured on the reverse of the headstock. The signature models are limited to 250 pieces and every label is hand-signed by David himself, ensuring this guitar’s place on every collector’s wish list. Through this partnership, Martin Guitar is proud to support the David Gilmour Charitable Foundation.

Series: Custom Artist
Edition Size: 50
Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint
Body Size: D-14 Fret
Top Material: Carpathian Spruce
Rosette Style: 28 Multi-Stripe
Bracing Pattern: X Brace
Brace Shape: Non-Scalloped
Brace Material: Sitka Spruce
Brace Size: 5/16"
Back Material: Sinker Mahogany
Back Detail: 3 Piece
Back Purfling/Strip: Zig-Zag
Side Material: Sinker Mahogany
Endpiece: Antique White
Binding: Antique White
Top Inlay Material: Bold Herringbone
Neck Material: Sinker Mahogany
Neck Shape: 12 String
Neck Taper: High Performance Taper
Plek: Yes
Nut Material: Bone
Headstock Shape: Solid with  12 String Taper and Diamond
Headplate Material: Madagascar Rosewood
Headplate Logo: Style Script Old Style Overlay
Heelcap: Antique White
Fingerboard: Material Ebony
Scale Length: 24.9"
Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
Number of Frets Total: 20
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 13/16''
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/4''
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone
Fingerboard Inlay Style: David Gilmour Dot Pattern
Side Dots: Yellow
Back and Side Finish: Vintage Gloss
Back and Sides Color: Dark Mahogany
Finish Top: Vintage Gloss
Top Color: Antique Toner
Finish Neck: Vintage Gloss
Neck Color: Dark Mahogany
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style: Modern Belly - 12 String- Drop in Saddle
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/16''
Saddle: Compensated Bone
Saddle Radius: 16"
Tuning Machines: Chrome Enclosed Gear
Knob: Small
Bridge Pin Material: Black Plastic
Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern
Case: Molded Hardshell
Label: Paper Label

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