Martin DX Johnny Cash – Jett Black #31120 (NAMM 2023)

Martin DX Johnny Cash, Richlite Fingerboard, Jett Black

Empire Music is proud to offer this Martin instrument that was displayed at the 2023 NAMM Show. This instrument was hand selected by Greg Holland specifically for the NAMM event. Greg is a 30 year veteran of Martin Guitars and is the final inspector at the factory. These NAMM models are the finest examples of their model. They include the full factory warranty and original paperwork, cases etc. These models were played as demonstrator models at the Martin NAMM booth and may/will have light playwear, pick marks etc. We will show any significant wear in photos and describe anything significant in the listing. Otherwise, we are not able to provide photos/descriptions of any light wear/marks. This is a great opportunity to get special pricing on a hand-selected Martin Guitar! Each guitar will be given a full professional setup to factory spec by our in-house technicians.

In the early 1970s, Martin Guitar was commissioned to design an all-black lacquered D-35 for country star Johnny Cash. Though Martin had never considered such a request before, an all-black D-35 for the “Man in Black” was custom-made. Cash went on to play his custom D-35 on stage for the next 20 years. In 2006, Martin released a commemorative D-35 Johnny Cash edition. New for 2019, the DX Johnny Cash is a nod to the history between Cash and Martin Guitar. Designed in collaboration with John Carter Cash and the Cash Foundation management team, the guitar features a classic Dreadnought body shape constructed with Jett black high-pressure laminate (HPL) top, back and sides. Like the earlier commemorative edition, this instrument includes a custom fingerboard inlaid with stars and the “CASH” logo. Johnny Cash’s signature appears on the rosette and label. This model comes with Fishman® MX electronics and a soft gig bag embroidered with the “CASH” logo and is strung with Martin’s Authentic Acoustic Lifespan® 2.0 strings. The DX Johnny Cash was designed to be an accessible and playable guitar for anyone looking to honor the legacy of the legendary musician.

Note: After close inspection, this instrument has some light finish hazing and rub marks throughout. (See Pics)

The guitar pictured is the actual guitar that you will receive. It comes with Martin’s Factory Warranty and our 100% satisfaction guarantee! It will be professionally set up and ready to play before it leaves our store.

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