{"product_id":"martin-blackwell-2022","title":"Martin Blackwell 2022","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"713\" data-end=\"724\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"726\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003eMartin Blackwell’s work needs no introduction. Over the past decade his guitars have become some of the most in-demand modern concert instruments in the world, appearing on major stages, winning major competitions, and gaining a well-deserved reputation for their dark, creamy voice and enormous sustain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1443\"\u003eThis 2022 example represents Martin’s newest evolution of his top design. The lower bout features a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1157\"\u003ebalsa double-top core\u003c\/strong\u003e, while the upper bout transitions to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1195\" data-end=\"1204\"\u003eNomex\u003c\/strong\u003e, a hybrid approach developed partly for efficiency and partly for aesthetic considerations. It results in that unmistakable Blackwell immediacy and warmth, with impressive projection and a long, blooming sustain that feels almost endless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1445\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003eThe guitar features an old, beautifully figured set of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1500\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eBrazilian rosewood\u003c\/strong\u003e for the back and sides — something increasingly rare on Blackwell instruments. Paired with a spruce top, it produces a wide soundscape rich with overtones while preserving exceptional clarity. If you play with a naturally brighter touch, this guitar balances it beautifully. If you play with a darker sound, this guitar becomes mysterious and expressive without ever becoming muddy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1907\" data-end=\"2325\"\u003eA raised fingerboard, elegant armrest, red purfling lines, and Blackwell’s signature rosette make this a visually striking instrument. It is also equipped with a rare set of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2096\"\u003eGraf tuners\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring engraved Phoenix artwork, installed by Blackwell at the request of the previous owner. They function flawlessly and add a unique artistic flair, though they can be swapped if a future owner prefers a simpler aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2459\"\u003eOverall, this is a phenomenal example of Blackwell’s current work — refined, musical, expressive, warm, overtone-rich, and powerful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2461\" data-end=\"2464\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2466\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"3176\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2483\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2501\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2494\"\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2594\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2594\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2504\" data-end=\"2512\"\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spruce with hybrid \u003cstrong data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2565\"\u003ebalsa double-top (lower bout)\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2592\"\u003eNomex (upper bout)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2595\" data-end=\"2654\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2597\" data-end=\"2654\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2597\" data-end=\"2614\"\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly figured \u003cstrong data-start=\"2630\" data-end=\"2652\"\u003eBrazilian rosewood\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2700\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2657\" data-end=\"2700\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2657\" data-end=\"2673\"\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raised ebony fingerboard\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2701\" data-end=\"2789\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2703\" data-end=\"2789\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2703\" data-end=\"2714\"\u003eBridge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Matte finish, beautifully executed tie block with gold and red detailing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2863\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2863\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2792\" data-end=\"2804\"\u003eRosette:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blackwell’s signature design with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2839\" data-end=\"2861\"\u003ered wedge segments\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2864\" data-end=\"2934\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2866\" data-end=\"2934\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2866\" data-end=\"2887\"\u003eBinding\/Purfling:\u003c\/strong\u003e Two subtle red purfling lines along the body\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2935\" data-end=\"2988\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2937\" data-end=\"2988\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2937\" data-end=\"2949\"\u003eArmrest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth ebony-style ergonomic armrest\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2989\" data-end=\"3016\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3016\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2991\" data-end=\"3008\"\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 650mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3017\" data-end=\"3040\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3019\" data-end=\"3040\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3019\" data-end=\"3033\"\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e 52mm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3041\" data-end=\"3129\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3043\" data-end=\"3129\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3043\" data-end=\"3054\"\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rare \u003cstrong data-start=\"3060\" data-end=\"3075\"\u003eGraf tuners\u003c\/strong\u003e with engraved Phoenix artwork (covered-gear design)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3130\" data-end=\"3176\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3132\" data-end=\"3176\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3132\" data-end=\"3147\"\u003eAdditional:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20th-fret C note extension\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3178\" data-end=\"3181\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"3183\" data-end=\"3205\"\u003eSound \u0026amp; Playability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3207\" data-end=\"3270\"\u003eThis Blackwell has what his recent instruments are known for:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3271\" data-end=\"3435\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3271\" data-end=\"3298\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3273\" data-end=\"3298\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3273\" data-end=\"3296\"\u003eA dark, creamy core\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3299\" data-end=\"3349\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3301\" data-end=\"3349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3301\" data-end=\"3347\"\u003eRich overtones without sacrificing clarity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3350\" data-end=\"3398\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3398\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3396\"\u003eImmediate response with enormous sustain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3399\" data-end=\"3435\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3401\" data-end=\"3435\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3401\" data-end=\"3433\"\u003eA wide, luxurious soundscape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3437\" data-end=\"3732\"\u003ePlayed lightly, it feels like the softest cushion—warm, enveloping, almost comforting. Push harder and the guitar brightens, opening into a more Spanish-inflected response with punch and character. The low E string in particular has that iconic “bulbous” Blackwell bloom that is so recognizable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3734\" data-end=\"3902\"\u003eThe neck shape is from Martin’s 2021–2023 period: not thin, not thick, very round, and extremely comfortable. Action is low and smooth with room to go lower if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3904\" data-end=\"4055\"\u003eThis is an instrument that rewards subtlety but also invites power. It is expressive at all dynamic levels and beautifully balanced across the strings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4057\" data-end=\"4060\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4062\" data-end=\"4074\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4076\" data-end=\"4345\"\u003eExcellent condition throughout. No cracks, repairs, or structural issues. The Brazilian set is visually subtle at first glance, but shows exceptional figure and color in the right light. Tuners function perfectly. Very light, normal handling marks. Fully concert-ready.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4347\" data-end=\"4350\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"4352\" data-end=\"4369\"\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4371\" data-end=\"4623\"\u003eBlackwell guitars are increasingly difficult to acquire, especially those made with Brazilian rosewood. They are among the most expressive modern classical guitars available today, with a loyal following among top professionals and competition winners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4625\" data-end=\"4785\"\u003eThis 2022 is an outstanding example, combining Martin’s latest structural ideas with one of the loveliest tonal palettes you’ll hear in a modern concert guitar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4787\" data-end=\"4874\"\u003eIf you're interested in this guitar or a similar one, please contact us at \u003cstrong data-start=\"4845\" data-end=\"4874\"\u003e\u003ca data-start=\"4847\" data-end=\"4872\" class=\"decorated-link cursor-pointer\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eevan@guitarcollection.com\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"ms-0.5 inline-block align-middle leading-none\"\u003e\u003csvg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"20\" height=\"20\" aria-hidden=\"true\" data-rtl-flip=\"\" class=\"block h-[0.75em] w-[0.75em] stroke-current stroke-[0.75]\"\u003e\u003cuse fill=\"currentColor\" href=\"\/cdn\/assets\/sprites-core-jtokmzgv.svg#304883\"\u003e\u003c\/use\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Guitar Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51824445358372,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1543\/9652\/files\/DSC09260_43158f20-35a1-430c-b727-807daf296b53.jpg?v=1768268467","url":"https:\/\/guitarcollection.myshopify.com\/products\/martin-blackwell-2022","provider":"Guitar Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}