{"product_id":"10-2800005475739","title":"[SN 571773] USED Martin \/ M-38 SQ Grand Auditorium Natural 1996 [10]","description":"We've just received a 1996 Martin M-38 in Quad-O size!\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nA 1996 C.F. Martin M-38 has arrived.\u003cbr\u003e \nThe M-38 features a Grand Auditorium-shaped body in the Quad-O (0000) size.\u003cbr\u003e \nThe body depth is 4-1\/8 inches (approx. 105 mm), the same as a Triple-O (OOO), and the maximum body width is 16 inches (approx. 406 mm), close to that of a Dreadnought (D); it is referred to as the 0000 size or M size.\u003cbr\u003e \nCompared to the 000 size, there is a striking difference in volume.\u003cbr\u003e \nIts sound may combine the delicacy characteristic of an auditorium-shaped body with powerful strength.\u003cbr\u003e \nSince this model is designed with a square rod (SQ) embedded inside the neck, there is no hollow space within the neck as found in adjustable truss rod configurations; this may make it easier to achieve a pleasant sound with excellent resolution and response.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nRepairs Performed After Arrival\u003cbr\u003e \n・Fret \u0026amp; Nut Replacement: Sanko Seisakusho SBB-23 frets, unbleached cowbone nut\u003cbr\u003e \n・String Action Adjustment: Saddle height adjustment\u003cbr\u003e \n・Repair of detached bracing: Positions 1, 2, and 3 \/ Back\u003cbr\u003e \n・Binding repair: Body waist area (4 locations on front and back), body back (near the neck heel)\u003cbr\u003e \n・Crack on the body side near the 1st string: Reinforced by gluing a wooden patch to the underside of the affected area\u003cbr\u003e \nAlthough the instrument arrived in a condition with multiple concurrent issues, professional repairs have transformed it into an ideal, excellent condition that far surpasses its original state upon arrival.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nOverall Condition\u003cbr\u003e \nThis instrument has reached its 30th year of age.\u003cbr\u003e \nWhile the exterior shows signs of age, the instrument is in clean condition.\u003cbr\u003e \n(Please note that it is by no means in like-new condition; this item is intended for buyers who appreciate vintage and older guitars.)\u003cbr\u003e \nVarious scratches—including scuff marks and dents—are scattered across the body and neck, but there are no issues that interfere with playing.\u003cbr\u003e \nThe neck appears to have a satin finish, but due to friction during play, the finish on the grip area has developed a slight sheen.\u003cbr\u003e \nYou can also see some thinning of the finish and minor cracks due to aging, but please consider these to be desirable signs of aging that add to the instrument’s character.\u003cbr\u003e \nWhile there were areas of wear and tear, they have been restored through the professional repair work mentioned earlier.\u003cbr\u003e \nThe neck condition has been optimized to ensure ideal neck relief and string action through adjustments to the tang size of the replacement frets and corrections to the fingerboard surface.\u003cbr\u003e \nThere are some minor scratches on the pickguard, but they appear to be on the protective film, which has not been peeled off.\u003cbr\u003e \nThe original tuning pegs from that era (Martin-logo M-6 Gold, OEM-manufactured by Schaller in Germany) are still in excellent condition, showing only minimal tarnish.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nCondition Grade: B+: Some minor scratches, but no issues for normal use\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \nSerial Number: 571773\u003cbr\u003e \nYear of Manufacture: 1996\u003cbr\u003e \nCountry of Manufacture: United States\u003cbr\u003e \nCase: Hard case (original accessory from that era, custom-sized for the M-38\/0000, shows slight signs of age and wear, with sticker residue)\u003cbr\u003e \nAccessories: Original Japanese quick start guide, original English quick start guide, English spec card, HC key\u003cbr\u003e \nTruss Rod: Square rod specification\u003cbr\u003e \nFret Wear: No issues; in like-new condition\u003cbr\u003e \nString Height (Low String Side): 2.6 mm at the 12th fret\u003cbr\u003e \nString Height (Treble Side): 2.0 mm at the 12th fret\u003cbr\u003e \nNut width: 43.0 mm\u003cbr\u003e \nNeck thickness near the 1st fret: 22.0 mm\u003cbr\u003e \nNeck thickness near the 9th fret: 25.3 mm\u003cbr\u003e \nScale: 645 mm (25.4\")\u003cbr\u003e \nRADIUS: 406 mm (16\")\u003cbr\u003e \nStrings at Setup: D'Addario EJ-16 \/ .012-.053 set\u003cbr\u003e \nRepairs and Maintenance: Cleaning, string replacement, truss rod adjustment, octave adjustment, saddle height adjustment, fret and nut replacement, reattachment of detached back bracing, reattachment of detached binding, repair of a crack on the body side near the 1st string\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n* As this is a used item, there may be scratches, dents, and other imperfections that are not clearly visible in the photos or not listed here. Please be aware of this in advance.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n* Any listed measurements regarding the truss rod, remaining fret height, string action, etc., were taken by our staff during setup and are subject to change due to environmental factors such as climate and humidity.\u003cbr\u003e \nThese measurements are intended as a reference at the time of purchase; we cannot guarantee that the measurements will be identical when the item arrives at your location.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e \n* This is a one-of-a-kind item, and we are listing it simultaneously on multiple marketplaces, including our in-store display. We strive to promptly remove product listings once an item is sold, but updates may not always be in real time.\u003cbr\u003e \nWe sincerely apologize if the item happens to be sold out after you place your order, and we ask for your understanding in such cases.","brand":"MARTIN","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67776758513916,"sku":"10-2800005475739","price":443235.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/2247\/6028\/files\/e4213e243da9497baffb3e0db8a3f167_202610187615908.jpg?v=1792314478","url":"https:\/\/intl.ishibashi.co.jp\/ja\/products\/10-2800005475739","provider":"Ishibashi Music Corporation. ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}