THE MODERN DELUXE SERIES | Balance today and yesterday. You'll love the traditional appointments like complementary wood binding, a dovetail neck joint, gold open-gear tuners, and elegant pearl inlay. The top is made using our Vintage Tone System® that ages the wood to reproduce the sound and beauty of a century-old Martin. Enjoy modern touches like a carbon fiber bridge plate for boosting volume and a Vintage Deluxe Neck for comfort. Whether you're playing on stage or in a studio, you'll sound amazing. Modern Deluxe guitars offer the best of the past with the best of today.

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Modern Deluxe with

Paul Riario


Balance Yesterday and Today

You'll love the traditional appointments like maple binding, a dovetail neck joint, gold open-gear tuners, and elegant pearl inlay. The top is made using our Vintage Tone System® that ages the wood to reproduce the sound and beauty of a century-old Martin. Enjoy modern touches like a carbon fiber bridge plate for boosting volume and a Vintage Deluxe Neck for comfort. Whether you're playing on stage or in a studio, you'll sound amazing. Modern Deluxe guitars offer the best of the past century with the best of today.


Specifications

  • VTS top
  • Liquidmetal® bridge pins
  • Carbon fiber bridge plate
  • Wood binding
  • Gold open-gear tuners

The old adage "If it ain't broke, don't fix it" has always been a guiding principle for me when it comes to reviewing gear, but boy, I love being proved wrong. By injecting ultramodern features, introducing elegant appointments, and without compromising the look and vibe of these legendary acoustics, the result is a stunning modern classic, with instantly noticeable improvements in sound and feel.”


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