{"product_id":"martin-blackwell-2020-spruce-maple-doubletop-classical-guitar","title":"Martin Blackwell 2020 Spruce \/ Maple Doubletop Classical Guitar","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"157\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=FrccBXdaudE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"157\"\u003eWatch the full review and performance here.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"157\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"102\" data-end=\"157\"\u003eThis guitar is no longer available. If you are interested in hearing about the next Blackwell arrival, please write to me at evan@guitarcollection.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"372\" data-end=\"375\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"377\" data-end=\"846\" class=\"\"\u003eThis 2020 Martin Blackwell double top is an extraordinary example of the Canadian luthier’s craft, built with an Engelmann spruce and Canadian red cedar double top, paired with beautifully figured birdseye rock maple back and sides. Known for their distinctive voices and exceptional playability, Blackwell's guitars are favored by top artists like Drew Henderson, Tariq Harb, Leonela Alejandra, Dragos Ilie, Rene Izquierdo, Adam Holzman, Gabriel Bianco, and many more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"848\" data-end=\"1436\" class=\"\"\u003eWhat consistently strikes me about Martin's guitars is the incredible bloom and sustain of the trebles. The notes have a satisfying thickness, sailing effortlessly through phrases with a rich, creamy tone that feels almost like the perfect throw of a paper airplane – where the sound just keeps going, taking the ideal path with surprising clarity and warmth. This particular guitar leans toward the darker side of the tonal spectrum, with a deeply resonant, velvety quality that rewards a sensitive touch but can also handle aggressive playing without breaking up or feeling constrained.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1438\" data-end=\"1981\" class=\"\"\u003eThe slightly raised fingerboard and comfortable C-shaped neck make for an exceptionally playable instrument, while the matte bridge finish and Sloan tuners add to its understated aesthetic. The sound port on the upper bout not only enhances projection but also subtly adjusts the main air resonance, creating a more immersive and responsive playing experience. It’s a guitar that responds beautifully across a wide dynamic range, offering everything from delicate, glassy pianissimos to full, commanding fortissimos without ever feeling taxed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1983\" data-end=\"2260\" class=\"\"\u003eVisually, this guitar features Martin’s signature aesthetic touches, like the striking rosette with dark red wedges framed by precise dot borders – a design that stands out without ever feeling overstated, perfectly reflecting the refined yet bold character of his instruments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2265\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2286\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2267\" data-end=\"2284\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2287\" data-end=\"2674\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2287\" data-end=\"2305\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2289\" data-end=\"2305\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2289\" data-end=\"2298\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2020\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2367\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2367\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2316\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Engelmann spruce \/ Canadian red cedar double top\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2368\" data-end=\"2411\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2411\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2370\" data-end=\"2389\"\u003eBack and Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Birdseye rock maple\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2412\" data-end=\"2463\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2414\" data-end=\"2463\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2414\" data-end=\"2423\"\u003eNeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e C-shaped, slightly raised fingerboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2464\" data-end=\"2513\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2513\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2478\"\u003eRosette:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark red wedges with dot borders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2514\" data-end=\"2535\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2535\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2516\" data-end=\"2527\"\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sloan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2536\" data-end=\"2622\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2538\" data-end=\"2622\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2538\" data-end=\"2559\"\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sound port for enhanced player feedback, matte bridge finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2623\" data-end=\"2650\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2650\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2625\" data-end=\"2642\"\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 650mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2651\" data-end=\"2674\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2653\" data-end=\"2674\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2653\" data-end=\"2667\"\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 52mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2676\" data-end=\"2679\" class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2681\" data-end=\"2876\" class=\"\"\u003eThis is a rare opportunity to own a Blackwell guitar with these unique tonewoods and design elements, as his instruments are becoming increasingly difficult to acquire due to his long waitlist.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Guitar Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50601598320932,"sku":"","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1543\/9652\/files\/Blackwell2020.jpg?v=1745968111","url":"https:\/\/guitarcollection.myshopify.com\/products\/martin-blackwell-2020-spruce-maple-doubletop-classical-guitar","provider":"Guitar Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}