{"product_id":"martin-custom-shop-0-concert-engelmann-spruce-premium-bastogne-walnut","title":"Martin Custom Shop 0 Concert – Engelmann Spruce \u0026 Premium Bastogne Walnut","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartin Custom Shop 0 Concert – Engelmann Spruce \u0026amp; Premium Bastogne Walnut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Rare Tonewood Combination. Remarkable Craftsmanship. An Exceptional Martin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome guitars are special because of their specifications. Others stand apart because of the thought, craftsmanship, and carefully selected materials that go into creating them. This Martin Custom Shop 0 Concert is a wonderful example of the latter.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeaturing a comfortable 0 Concert body, a beautiful Engelmann Spruce top, and premium Bastogne Walnut back and sides, this guitar offers a distinctive combination of exceptional tone, elegant appointments, and outstanding playability.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDon’t let the compact body size fool you. This Martin produces a surprisingly powerful voice with excellent volume, projection, and tonal clarity. Its clear, strong voice is remarkably versatile, making it equally enjoyable for fingerstyle playing, flatpicking, and strumming.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is a special Custom Shop instrument that deserves a closer look.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💵 0% Financing Available\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTake advantage of 0% financing on most guitars at Tobias Music. Ask us about available financing options.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📸 The photographs in this listing show the exact guitar you will receive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ Why You’ll Love This Guitar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe beauty of this Martin begins with its carefully selected tonewoods.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Engelmann Spruce top provides an expressive, responsive playing experience with excellent clarity and a beautifully balanced tonal character. Engelmann is known for its sensitivity to a player’s touch, making it especially rewarding for fingerstyle players and those who appreciate a more nuanced acoustic response.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe premium Bastogne Walnut back and sides add another dimension to the sound. Walnut has a wonderful ability to combine warmth and richness with clarity and definition. It offers a character that sits somewhere between the warmth of mahogany and the complexity of rosewood, with its own distinctive personality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTogether, these woods create a guitar with a clear, articulate voice, strong fundamentals, pleasing warmth, and excellent note separation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe hand-shaped Golden Era scalloped bracing helps the top respond freely, contributing to the guitar’s impressive volume and projection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s a remarkably comfortable guitar that delivers far more sound than its compact proportions might suggest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ The Story Behind Bastogne Walnut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOne of the most interesting features of this Custom Shop Martin is its premium Bastogne Walnut.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBastogne Walnut, sometimes called Paradox Walnut, is a naturally occurring hybrid of California Claro Walnut and English Walnut. The hybrid is associated with California and the horticultural experiments of Luther Burbank in the late 19th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBastogne Walnut is particularly prized for its beautiful grain patterns, unusual figuring, and rich variations in color. Depending on the individual piece, the wood can display golden brown, reddish brown, and darker chocolate-colored streaks.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is a relatively rare and highly sought-after hardwood used in fine furniture and premium musical instruments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ What Does Bastogne Walnut Sound Like?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrom a tonal standpoint, Bastogne Walnut offers a wonderful middle ground between traditional mahogany and rosewood.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts characteristics include:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWarm, focused midrange with excellent note definition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClear, articulate trebles without excessive brightness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStrong fundamentals with pleasing harmonic complexity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent balance across the frequency spectrum.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGood separation between individual notes and chords.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalnut is particularly appealing to players who appreciate clarity and warmth without an overly pronounced bass response or excessive overtone content.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombined with the responsive Engelmann Spruce top, this guitar offers a very musical voice that works beautifully across a wide variety of playing styles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ Our Expert Opinion – The Tobias Music Difference\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Tobias Music, we have been a Martin dealer for more than 47 years. Over those decades, we’ve developed a tremendous appreciation for what makes a truly exceptional Martin guitar.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe are also proud to be one of a select group of dealers chosen by Martin to participate in their Martin Custom Shop Expert Dealer program.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis special designation gives us access to some of the finest and most distinctive instruments coming out of the Martin Custom Shop. It allows us to work with Martin on extraordinary tonewood combinations, special specifications, and guitars that go well beyond standard production models.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis particular 0 Concert is a wonderful example of what makes the Custom Shop so special.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe combination of premium Bastogne Walnut, Engelmann Spruce, hand-shaped Golden Era bracing, and beautifully executed vintage-inspired appointments creates an instrument with a personality all its own.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe especially love the comfort of the 0 Concert body. It feels wonderfully natural in your hands, yet delivers a surprising amount of volume and projection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe neck profile and shorter 24.9-inch scale length make this an exceptionally comfortable guitar to play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s a guitar that invites you to pick it up and play.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ Construction \u0026amp; Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBody \u0026amp; Tonewoods\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustom 0 Concert Body\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e14-Fret Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngelmann Spruce Top\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePremium Bastogne Walnut Back \u0026amp; Sides\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique White Binding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAging Toner Top Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGloss Body Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBracing \u0026amp; Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHand-Shaped Scalloped Golden Era Bracing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine Mahogany Neck\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCustom Bastogne Walnut Headplate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEbony Fretboard and Bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBone Nut and Saddle\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeck \u0026amp; Playability\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGE Modified Low Oval Neck Profile\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHigh Performance Neck Taper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e24.9” Scale Length\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1-3\/4” Nut Width\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e2-5\/32” String Spacing at Bridge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSatin Neck Finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAppointments\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiamonds \u0026amp; Squares Long Pattern Fretboard Inlay\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrover Nickel Tuners with Vintage Buttons\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAntique White Binding\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDeluxe 3-Ply Domed Top Hardshell Case\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e✅ Who It’s Perfect For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis Martin Custom Shop 0 Concert is an excellent choice for players looking for something a little different from the traditional Martin lineup.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt’s particularly appealing to:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFingerstyle players who appreciate clarity, balance, and responsiveness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlayers looking for a comfortable, smaller-bodied guitar with surprising volume.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMusicians who enjoy a versatile guitar that handles multiple playing styles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMartin enthusiasts who appreciate rare and unusual tonewood combinations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCollectors looking for distinctive Martin Custom Shop craftsmanship.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether you’re playing intricate fingerstyle passages, open chords, or more aggressive strumming, this guitar has the versatility and tonal character to deliver.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e✅ Why Buy Your Next Martin From Tobias Music?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere is a difference between simply purchasing a guitar and purchasing one from a store that truly understands the instrument.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt Tobias Music, we’ve spent decades working with Martin guitars. As a Martin dealer for more than 47 years and a Martin Custom Shop Expert Dealer, we bring an unusual level of experience and product knowledge to every instrument we offer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOur Gold Level service technicians carefully inspect and professionally set up our guitars before they leave our shop.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen you purchase from Tobias Music, you’re getting more than a guitar. You’re getting the experience, attention to detail, and personal service that come from decades of working with some of the finest acoustic guitars in the world.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTobias Music – Your Martin Guitar Specialists Since 1978.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e","brand":"Martin Custom Shop Expert","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48126994514097,"sku":null,"price":5399.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/9151\/9921\/files\/martin-custom-shop-0-concert-bastogne-walnut.jpg?v=1793510089","url":"https:\/\/tobiasmusic.com\/products\/martin-custom-shop-0-concert-engelmann-spruce-premium-bastogne-walnut","provider":"Tobias Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}