Martin M-38 1993, Natural

The Martin M, or 0000, combines a dreadnought-size lower bout width with the depth and tight waist of an OM, giving this guitar all the balance and focus of a mid-sized guitar with some added bass presence and power. It's an excellent option for versatile players who need to toggle seamlessly from strumming to fingerpicking, while its balanced tone makes an excellent live performance and recording guitar. This 1993 M-38 combines an ebony fretboard with a rosewood bridge, an aging toner on the Sitka top, ivoroid binding from body to headstock, abalone rosette and zipper backstrip. The low profile neck was once matte-finished but has developed a nice worn glossiness over its 30 years.

This 1993 model is an excellent sounding and playing guitar with a modest history of repairs, including a bridge reglue. Some patches of neck binding were skillfully reglued, as well. There is one notable centimeter sized ding in the finish near the pickguard, but all other wear is light. Comes in a lightweight plastic Martin hard case.