1970 MARTIN D-35S Acoustic Guitar w/ Hard Case CHRIS TRAYNOR #23816

1970 MARTIN D-35S Acoustic Guitar w/ Hard Case CHRIS TRAYNOR #23816

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1970 MARTIN D-35S Acoustic Guitar w/ Hard Case CHRIS TRAYNOR #23816

Brand: Martin
;String Configuration: 6 String
;Model: D-35S
;Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
;Body Type: Dreadnought
;Era: 1970
;Dexterity: Right-Handed

1970 MARTIN D-35S Acoustic Guitar w/ Hard Case CHRIS TRAYNOR #23816

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INVENTORY # 23816

BRAND - MARTIN

MODEL - D-35S

FUNCTION - Acoustic Guitar

DESCRIPTION - This listing is for a Vintage 1970 MARTIN D-35S Acoustic Guitar w/ Hard Case personally owned and used by Chris Traynor, guitarist from the band BUSH. Chris used the guitar for numerous performances and recordings, including a broadcast of the NBC show "Talk Stoop" as seen below. 


    Serial #263683
    Weight = 4.65 lbs.

    Nut Width = 1 7/8"

    Scale Length = 25.5"
    Brazilian Sides and "Wings" on the Back

    East Indian Rosewood "Wedge"

    Mahogany Neck
    Spruce Top

ACCESSORIES - Includes a vintage hard case.

PHYSICAL CONDITION - Good. The MARTIN D-35 is clearly a guitar built to be played. A workhorse instrument, it's no surprise this super rare example of a D-35 S, shows a couple scars but sounds like a flawless beauty. There are a couple visible repairs to the top and back which run in parallel to the grain. There are some curved scratches, chips in the finish - including a few along the sides of the neck, with moderate wear throughout. Although the top is very slightly convex, with the bridge lifting somewhat toward the nut, it remains sturdy. The bridge appears to have been moved slightly towards the butt of the guitar - a common practice with Split Headstock MARTIN's to correct intonation.

Underneath the telling signs of it's age and use is where the real magic lies. One look at the 3-piece back should draw your attention in towards a once in a lifetime find. It's well reported that MARTIN phased out Brazilian Rosewood as their main type of Rosewood in 1969. However, it is also known that some Brazilian Rosewood was still used in the production of D-35's until it was gone, some say as late as 1971. These rare guitars are almost always seen with Brazilian Rosewood used a darker center wedge on the back. Given, it is EXTREMELY rare to find one of these special guitars featuring a small piece of the darker, chocolaty Brazilian wood. The more common D-35's of 1970 and on featured an almost amber-brown East Indian Rosewood - still of high quality, but not as elusive and not of the same sonic character. This guitar is of the rarest bunch, darker sides, darker "wings" on the 3-piece back with a golden center wedge. All signs point to this guitar having Brazilian sides, with Brazilian outer wings on the 3-piece back, with an East Indian rosewood center wedge.

WORKING CONDITION - Very Good. The design of the D-35 S with the split headstock, slightly wider nut width, and body joining the neck near at 12th fret (instead of at the 14th as with the standard D-35), could would immediately cause some to think the guitar is exclusively intended for fingerstyle or classical playing. However, those who have taken the time to sit with the guitar are pleasantly surprised by the versatility and tonal range of the instrument. Just as a grand piano, with its clarity of bass and balanced treble frequencies can easily mold into the style of the player and the song, so can the D-35 S. In addition to the great sound provided by design, this rare example, with the most desirable combination of woods, has reached well beyond the age where the lacquer has thinned and the wood has expelled any excess water content - providing a tremendously open and balanced tone.

Developed over several decades, this quality will continue to improve as sure as time passes. The sound of strumming is big, yet dry and articulate with every note being heard in the most complex of harmonies. The volume and intensity can be pushed to emotional heights without any distortion or loss of clarity. With fingers, the string feel is soft and welcoming. Single notes ring effortlessly with a perfect mix of purity and richness. Feeling the ease in which the guitar reacts and reflects the intention of the player, it quickly becomes obvious why so many great artists have relied on this model specifically, the D-35 S.

TOTAL PRE-SHIP WEIGHT - 15.5 lbs.

TOTAL PRE-SHIP DIMS - 47" x 18" x 7"

TERMS OF SALE

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    Returns have to be processed through several departments. Please understand that it takes 3-5 business days to complete your refund after receipt of the returned item.

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Pet odors, cigarette and other smoke items can also affect the "newness" of your gear. Also, keep the gear away from your friend with the Billy Ray Cyrus mullet driving the Camaro. He's a good guy and he means well, but years of smoke tar and beer bongs have dulled his perceptions.

So please use common sense and think in terms of preservation of the item until you are certain you are keeping it. Observation and application of these tips will help you avoid any restocking fees on new item returns.

USED ITEMS RETURN POLICY

We do our best to test each piece of gear and describe it as accurately as possible before listing it. We take lots of detailed photos so you can make the fairest evaluation of the item's physical condition using your own skilled observation; independent of our techs qualified, yet subjective, opinion. If you are unsure about the condition of any item, or need clarification, you are more than welcome to contact us to request more data or specific photos to satisfy any questions you might have.

In the rare case that you receive an item that is not in the condition as shown in the photos or operating as described in the listing, you are welcome to return it for a full refund, store credit or exchange for a used item of equivalent value within 15 days of your receipt of the item, with free return shipping. We strongly suggest that you check your order after receiving it to be sure that it is in proper working order.

    Items purchased that are subject to buyers remorse or negligence can be returned for a refund within 15 days minus a minimal 15% restocking fee and minus shipping expenses.
    Items returned damaged, altered or in any way less than the condition you received it are the responsibility of the buyer. Devaluation from damages, costs of repairs or loss of value will be deducted from the refund in addition to the restocking fee.
    Items returned due to assumed defects because of buyer negligence, but found to be actually working or as described in the listing are subject to a 15% restocking fee and no refund on shipping expenses. For example, if you returned a guitar pedal or microphone because "it is not working", but it was found that you simply had plugged it in wrong. In this case, we will be glad to send the item back to you with instructions on correct usage, at your further expense for shipping.
    Techno Empire will not reimburse customs, taxes or any other related fees or expenses for any returns. Regardless of any misrepresentations made or perceived to be made by Techno Empire.
    All refunds have to go through several departments. Please allow 3-5 business days processing after we receive the item, before your refund, credit or exchange is issued.

NON-RETURNABLE

    Items that have been tampered with, altered, modified or where item has been damaged because of buyer negligence, i.e., incorrect voltage, self-repair, exposure to extreme temperatures, moisture damage, or incorrect application, etc.
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    Oversized or freight items.
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Items that are listed as "not working", "for parts", or "as-is" do not have any warranty or guarantees and cannot be returned for a refund, credit or exchange of any kind. We do our best to fairly evaluate the condition of a non-working item and give an honest description of any symptoms. If there are any further conditions, missing parts, or dead-issues with the item that are not described in this type of listing, Techno Empire will not be held liable for it.

CANCELLATIONS

New and used items are subject to a 5% processing fee if cancelled before delivery.

HOW TO RETURN YOUR ITEM

Please contact customer service at our "contact us" link above so we can send you an RMA number and helpful return instructions. Prior authorization is required. All refunds have to go through several departments, once the item is received by us, so please allow 3-5 business days processing before your refund, credit or exchange is issued.


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