Martin / D35 / 1969 / Natural / Guitar
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1969 was a transitional year for Martin where they stopped using Brazilian Rosewood and started using Indian. So any Martins featuring Rosewood made pre 1969 would be Brazilian, and anything from 1970 onwards would use Indian. This D35 must have been made in late 1969, as the three piece back features two Indian Rosewood panels and the centre panel is Brazilian. This may not sound like it would make much difference tonally, only historically interesting. But I have a 1972 D35 in stock which has an all Indian Rosewood back, and it sounds quite different to this 1969 model - this guitar sounds more vibrant and responsive. The guitar is in excellent, all original condition, with the very common pickguard crack found on older Martins, and the guard itself is lifting a little around the edges. Tonally the guitar is a treat, is had the deep bass that D35's are famous for, but is beautifully balanced and can handle any playing style. The neck feels very comfortable and the action is just right. The guitar comes in it's original Martin hard case.
Glenns Guitars, UK 
Welcome to Glenn's Guitars here on Vintage & Rare. After many years in the industry, and having been fortunate enough to have worked in Hanks and The Acoustic Centre - probably London's two foremost acoustic guitar shops - I decided to do my own thing.
I have a passion for used and vintage acoustic guitars; nearly new second hand guitars because they can represent a bargain compared to the price of a new guitar, older and vintage guitars because they tend to have more character and can often become an investment.
You will notice when viewing my stock list my taste in guitars, as I only sell guitars that I genuinely like - and there are certain brands noticeable by their absence. I am a huge fan of older Gibson, Martin and Guild acoustics, but also more boutique brands such as Lowden and Collings.
I will consider part exchange if it makes your desired guitar a little easier to afford. I also offer a guitar finding service, if there's something specific you're looking for.
If you are happy to buy over the internet, I will send you as many high resolution photos and as much information about the guitar you're interested in as I can. If you can get to me - I'm based in Enfield, only 30 minutes from London Liverpool Street Station - you can always make an appointment with me and come and try some of the guitars out first.
I accept payment by Paypal, bank transfer, cheque and of course cash.
