PRIVATE GUITAR COLLECTION SALE

 

1990 Martin J12-40M
w/Original Hardshell Case
12-String Acoustic/Electric Guitar

Construction: Solid Sitka Spruce Top, Rosewood Back & Sides, Mahogany Neck, Ebony Fretboard
Serial No: 493779
Year: 1990
Origin: USA

I'm selling my amazing 1990 Martin J12-40M. It's in spectacular condition for its age. Very little wear, no major dings, dents or scratches. It's never had any structural issues or repairs either. For a 12-string guitar, this Martin is incredibly easy to play. The action is low and it's more comfortable to play than many 6-string acoustics.

I can't begin to describe the sound of this guitar. First, it's a Martin, so you know it sounds great. But the lush tone of a 12-string Martin goes beyond great. It's loud. It's deep but articulate and never muddy. If you need amplification for live or studio work this '90 J12 is factory-fitted with a Barcus Berry transducer under the bridge with an end-pin jack. The pickup sounds great but there are no external volume or EQ controls for it. It simply sends the audio signal to an amp or board.

The build quality is as good as you would expect and this is also a "well-dressed" Martin. The jumbo body features meticulous binding front and back. The ebony neck is bound as well and sports oversized hexagonal abalone markers. The back of the guitar is richly grained and a delicate inlay stripe runs the length. The headstock is the typical Martin shape but the gold tuners with solid ebony buttons are the crowing jewels. This is a beautiful guitar, in equally beautiful condition.

The original Martin hard-shell case is included. It is also in very nice condition, fits like a glove, and protects this valuable guitar from harm.

 
 

Martin Model J12-40M Specifications:

Body Size: J (Jumbo)
Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
Rosette: Style 28
Top Braces: Solid Sitka Spruce 5/16''
Back Material: Solid East Indian Rosewood
Back Purfling: Style 28
Side Material: Solid East Indian Rosewood
Endpiece: White Boltaron
Endpiece Inlay: Black/White Boltaron
Binding: White Boltaron
Top Inlay Style: Multiple Black/White Boltaron
Side Inlay: Black/White Boltaron
Back Inlay: Multiple Black/White Boltaron
Neck Material: Solid one-piece mahogany (dovetail joint)
Neck Shape: Low Oval
Nut Material: Bone
Headstock: Solid/12 String Taper
Headplate: Solid East Indian Rosewood /Raised Gold Foil
Heelcap: White Boltaron with Black/White Boltaron Inlay
Fingerboard Material: Solid Black Ebony
Scale Length: 25.4''
Number of Frets Clear: 14
Number of Frets Total: 20
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1-13/16''
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2-5/16''
Fingerboard Position Inlays: Reduced Hexagon
Fingerboard Binding: White Boltaron
Finish Back & Sides: Polished Gloss
Finish Top: Polished Gloss
Finish Neck: Satin
Bridge Material: Solid Black Ebony
Bridge Style: Belly - 12 String
Bridge String Spacing: 2-5/16''
Tuning Machines: Gold Enclosed w/ Ebony Buttons
Bridge Pins: White w/ Abalone Dots
Pickguard: Black

 
 

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SHIPPING INFORMATION

 

I am offering FREE UPS Ground shipping to any destination in the continental United States.*

* AK, HI, & PR residents may bid but shipping costs will be applied to your total.
   The estimated cost to these locations is $100.

 
 

TERMS OF SALE

  >  There is a reserve on this item.
>  Please don't ask me to set a "Buy It Now" price.
>  I accept PayPal only.
>  This item will be well packed and shipped via UPS Ground.
>  I do not ship to P.O. boxes.
>  I do not ship outside of the United States.
 
 

MY POLICY

 

I enjoy the original person-to-person auction spirit that eBay was founded on and I appreciate you taking the time to view my listings. I'm just a guy that sells some of the stuff I've acquired from time-to-time. I'm not looking to make a killing, I'm trying to get some nice things that still have a lot of value into the hands of folks that need or want them. I'm not a business, frequent seller, or eBay flipper. This is MY personal property. Honesty is my policy. If something is not quite right with any item I sell, I will tell you up front and price the item accordingly. My feedback rating is 100% and I want to keep it that way. I would really appreciate you leaving me feedback for this transaction to let me know you are satisfied with your purchase.

Thanks for looking and happy bidding!