Golden Era (GE) scalloped Sitka spruce forward-shifted X Bracing pattern
Satin-finished Golden Era (GE) Modified Low Oval neck profile
Ebony fingerboard with twenty frets and GE Diamond and Square inlays
Ebony bridge with compensated bone saddle
Nickel open gear tuning machines
*Includes Martin hardshell case
DESCRIPTION
The Martin D-17 is a bold new offering in the refreshed Standard Series, combining vintage-inspired appointments with modern refinements for players seeking rich sounds and enhanced playability.
This 14-fret Dreadnought model is handcrafted with a satin-finished solid mahogany body, delivering a warm and woody tone. The Sitka spruce Golden Era (GE) top bracing, as featured on the Modern Deluxe Series, offers a more vintage, breathy tone, while an ebony GE modern belly bridge with smoother corners enhances comfort and resonance. Playability is a priority with the D-17, featuring a satin-finished select hardwood neck, GE modified low oval profile that’s optimized for vintage appeal, and thinner ebony fingerboard with a gently beveled edge. The refined string spacing is ideal for players who want a comfortable, effortless feel. Vintage-inspired details such as a sleeker heel and nickel open gear tuners give the guitar a timeless, elegant look.
Whether you’re strumming big chords or picking intricate tunes, the D-17 delivers powerful, dynamic sound with a classic, vintage vibe that's anything but standard.
SPECIFICATIONS
Body Size: D-14 Fret
Top Wood: Mahogany
Top Color: Dark Mahogany
Back and Sides: Mahogany
Back and Sides Color: Dark Mahogany
Binding: None
Bracing Pattern: Forward Shifted X Brace
Bracing Shape: GE-Scalloped
Bracing Size: 5/16"
Brace Material: Spruce
Rosette: Multi-Stripe
Finish Top: Satin
Back and Side Finish: Satin
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style: GE Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle
Bridge String Spacing: 2-5/32 in.
Saddle: Compensated Bone
Saddle Radius: 16"
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Shape: GE Modified Low Oval
Neck Taper: High Performance Taper
Neck Color: Dark Mahogany
Nut Material: Bone
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Inlay Style: GE Diamond and Square Short
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1-3/4 in.
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2-1/8 in.
Side Dots: White
Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
Finish Neck: Satin
Number of Frets Total: 20
Scale Length: 25.4"
Electronics: None
Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
Bridge Pin Material: Bone
Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 - Medium MA550T
