Here is a newer MIM Martin guitar with a traditional Martin vibe that recently made its way into our shop. This 2016 Martin DCPA5 Performing Artist instrument features a solid Sitka spruce top for classic Martin tones and is equipped with Fishman F1 analog electronics for the musician that wants to plug in for gigs without losing the natural, warm acoustic tone that Martin is famously known for. Now at a new reduced price!
The guitar has high pressure laminated(HPL)sides and back with a mahogany wood pattern with a single cutaway to provide easy playability on a traditional dreadnought design.

See our new VIDEO featuring the uber talented, multi instrumentalist Dave "Catfish" Fecca! 

DESCRIPTION:

• Serial number: 1953754 (inside sound hole, etched at base of neck)
• MADE IN MEXICO (2016)
• Solid Sitka Spruce top; mahogany pattern HPL (High Pressure Laminate) back and sides, hybrid X scalloped solid Sitka spruce bracing, round sound hole w 2 ring rosette
• Brown Stratabond Performing Artist profile neck, 14/20 fret black Richlite fingerboard w offset dot inlays, square headstock w mahogany pattern HPL overlay and gold foil CMF Martin horizontal script logo, 3 per side chrome tuners w large buttons
• Black Richlite Performing Artist Belly bridge, Delmar tortoise pickguard, white bridge pins w black dots
• Fishman F1 analog electronics w 2 low profile knobs and LED display
• Natural polished satin finish
• 25.4" scale length
• Comes w non original gig bag
• Manufactured 2013 to ????

ALL SALES ARE FINAL - NO RETURNS

ALL ITEMS ARE SOLD IN AS-IS CONDITION

   All of our instruments sold are in complete, working condition. This instrument was professionally inspected, repaired if necessary & given a pro set-up by one of our favorite luthiers/guitarist/composer/teacher & fantastic all around human being as well as the co-founder of April Mae & The June Bugs, Dave "Catfish" Fecca of Dave Fecca Guitar Repair located in Moorestown, NJ...so this axe is ready to rip!

CONDITION:
 Instrument is in excellent condition, in our opinion. Our luthier gave this a full pro set-up, including buffing and polishing the body and fretboard to remove any light wear. He also sanded the saddle to lower the action and set the intonation. He checked all electronics as well. There was a small crack in the finish on the top of the guitar from the bottom of the bridge down towards the lower bout.  That was glued and wet sanded and is structurally sound. This does not affect the playability whatsoever. Previous owner removed much of the original finish on the spruce top, for reasons unknown. Please see the attached photos as an extension of our written description.

DIMENSIONS:
Body is 40" long x 15 1/2" wide x 4 1/2" deep; scale length is 25.4" long x 1 3/4" wide at the 1st fret, 2 1/8" wide at the 12th fret, & 2 1/8" wide at the 17th fret.

Nut measures 1 7/8" wide.

Guitar weighs in at a very light 4 lbs, 14 oz.

NOTES:
 This instrument is ready to play in any capacity the player wishes. This instrument would give a great deal of pleasure to a collector, a player, or a professional.

Obviously, this is being sold as is, where is, with no implied warranties or guarantees of any kind whatsoever. Since this is a vintage musical instrument, our normal return policy DOES NOT APPLY TO THIS ITEM! It cannot be returned to us. We package professionally & this instrument will be insured for the full valuation at our expense. We accurately represent all of our items. If you have questions please feel free to contact us for an in hand description. Also, please take a look at our website, Shop.Ellisantique.com
You may also wish to check out our feedback, which is currently 15,000+, and has accumulated for the past 25 years on eBay under our user name, ellisantique.

PLEASE CONSIDER OUR PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHS AS AN EXTENSION OF OUR HIGHLY DESCRIPTIVE TEXT.

**VIDEO RECORDING SPECS:**

This was recorded using an iPhone 14 Pro using only natural diffused light. This Martin guitar was played thru an early 2000s Ibanez Solid State Troubador 225 Stereo 50 Watt Acoustic Guitar Amplifier, unmic'ed. Effects onboard the amp that were used were the subtle chorus & reverb. Guitar was demonstrated by our dear friend, professional musician, composer, guitarist, luthier & co-founder of recording artists April Mae & The June Bugs, the extraordinary Dave "Catfish" Fecca. Dave played this axe in the front room at our bricks & mortar shop, Ellis Antiques, also the home of Ace's Axe Attic. Sure hope you enjoy his pickin' as well as his very entertaining banter!

Shipping insurance is included. Instrument will be boxed in a heavy guitar box & will be shipped via USPS or FedEx. Or, this can be picked up locally at our physical bricks and mortar shop in Collingswood, NJ 08108.
Please inquire regarding international shipping rates prior to purchase or making us an offer. This item is subject to prior sale. If you have any interest in purchasing this fine instrument, please feel free to make us an offer. We're full time general antique dealers and negotiating is a large part of our business. Just saying......    

TO ALL PROSPECTIVE BUYERS:If you are contemplating making us an offer on this or any of our other varied listings, please be fully prepared to follow through, pay for your item and consummate the deal if your offer is accepted by us. We have been hit hard lately by offers from buyers with little or even zero feedback or inexperience on this selling platform. These buyers never paid for their purchases.  Obviously, we would rather this never happen again, but sometimes it will occur no matter what our wishes are. Thank you for reading this far and for your patience and understanding as well. And, in the immortal lyrics from an early Steve Miller Band tune, “You gotta keep on keepin on”!

ELG
Sm gtr box
46x19x7
17L
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8.25.22

Vid added 7.21.2023

Vid Revised 8.12.2023