This superb Martin J‑40 is a jumbo-bodied powerhouse crafted in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, around late 1994 to early 1995. Featuring a solid Sitka spruce top, East Indian rosewood back and sides, and detailed abalone hexagon inlays, it’s everything you'd expect from Martin’s golden era of craftsmanship.
Key Features:
Body: Jumbo (J‑14) with tight waist and powerful projection
Top: Solid Sitka spruce
Back & Sides: Solid East Indian rosewood
Neck: Mahogany, Modified Low Oval profile
Fingerboard: Ebony with reduced hexagon abalone inlays
Bracing: Forward-shifted scalloped X
Scale Length: 25.4″
Nut Width: 1 3/4″
Finish: Natural gloss with antique white binding
Tuners: Gold open-gear
Includes: Original Martin hard case
Condition & Tone:
This guitar is in excellent condition, with only the lightest signs of handling. The frets are clean, neck is straight, and the action is set beautifully. No cracks, repairs, or structural issues. Tonally it’s rich, resonant, and balanced – from warm lows to bell-like highs. Whether you're a fingerstylist, flatpicker or singer-songwriter, this J‑40 delivers.
