{"product_id":"simon-marty-2024-cedar-wenge","title":"Simon Marty 2024 Cedar\/Wenge","description":"\u003cp data-pm-slice=\"1 1 []\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis brand-new condition 2024 guitar by legendary Australian luthier \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSimon Marty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a masterclass in modern concert guitar design. Marty’s instruments have long been favored by top professionals—including Irina Kulikova, Marco Tamayo, Jeremy Jouve, and many more—for their immense projection, color palette, and refined playability. This example, in perfect condition, exemplifies why his guitars remain among the most sought-after worldwide.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTop:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Cedar, matte finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBack \u0026amp; Sides:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Wenge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBracing:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Radial bracing (original Marty design)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFingerboard:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Elevated Ebony\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 650mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNut Width:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 52mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNeck:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Slim, rounded C-shape\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTuners:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Snakewood-button machines\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Matte (non-reflective)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSound \u0026amp; Playability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe hallmark of Marty’s design is his unique radial bracing system, which pushes immense projection through the center of the soundboard while retaining nuance and control. This guitar balances explosive volume with subtle dynamic shading—making it equally effective in a hall or studio.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEvan notes that what makes this particular example so extraordinary is its \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eexpressive dynamic range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. Quiet playing feels intimate and delicate, while full-bodied phrases soar with power. The separation between voices is exceptional, and the guitar rewards intentional phrasing with unmatched clarity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTreble notes sing, basses growl like a piano, and the third string—often a compromise on lesser guitars—has a sweet, flexible voice. The raised fingerboard, slim neck, and flawless fretwork make the instrument effortless to play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLike new—immaculate throughout, with no signs of wear.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinal Thoughts\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Simon Marty represents a rare opportunity to acquire one of the world’s great concert guitars in pristine condition. Ideal for players seeking projection, depth, and full control over tone and dynamics.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTo inquire about this guitar, please email \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003ca disabled\u003eevan@guitarcollection.com\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease note: Free UPS 2nd Day Air shipping is included if paid via a feeless method. Please contact for payment information.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Guitar Collection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50752152273188,"sku":"","price":15000.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0938\/1543\/9652\/files\/Marty2024.jpg?v=1750438981","url":"https:\/\/guitarcollection.myshopify.com\/products\/simon-marty-2024-cedar-wenge","provider":"Guitar Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}