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Martin D-42K2 Koa Dreadnought Acoustic 2002

Martin D-42K2 · #849729
BrandMartin
TypeAcoustic Guitars
Serial No.849729
PhotographyActual Photos
Archive ID39710
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The Story

D-42K2 Koa Dreadnought Acoustic 2002

This is a showstopper Martin from all angles! This is a very lightly played 2002 D-42K2, K2 meaning that it has a figured koa top as well as the back and sides. The guitar has Style 45 accouterments all around, such as the abalone top inlay, snowflake bridge inlays, and multi-stripe back inlay. This guitar is in overall excellent condition and includes the original Martin hardshell case.

Includes: Hardshell Case

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The Specifications

As it left The Music Zoo Tech Bench.
  • 4 lbs, 9 oz.
  • Natural Finish
  • D-14 Fret Body Size
  • Figured Koa Top
  • Figured Koa Back and Sides
  • Genuine Mahogany Neck
  • Ebony Fretboard
  • 25.4" Scale Length
  • 1-3/4” Nut Width
  • 20 Frets
  • .850" Neck Profile at 1st Fret
  • .900” Neck Profile at 9th Fret
  • White Binding
  • Bone Nut
  • Multi-Stripe Back Inlay
  • Abalone Multi-Stripe Top Inlay
  • Solid East Indian Rosewood Headplate
  • Gold Open Gear Tuners
  • Solid Black Ebony Bridge

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