Used Martin 1968 D12-20 Acoustic Guitar Wood

Used Martin D12-20 (1968) – 12-String Acoustic Guitar

Overview:

Here’s a piece of Martin history — a 1968 Martin D12-20, part of the long-running 12-20 series well-known for its warm tone and exceptional resonance. Built during Martin’s highly sought-after late-’60s era, this 12-string features a solid mahogany body paired with a solid spruce top, giving it that unmistakable vintage Martin character: balanced, woody, and rich without being boomy. The slotted headstock and smaller body size make this guitar extremely comfortable to play for a 12-string, and the lighter bracing of this era helps the top breathe, giving it a chimey yet warm tone that records beautifully.

If you're looking for a 12-string that feels more alive than modern builds — with that dry, seasoned, vintage Martin response — this is the one.

Features:

• Built in Nazareth, Pennsylvania — 1968 production year
• Solid spruce top
• Solid mahogany back and sides
• Mahogany neck with rosewood fretboard
• Slotted headstock
• Martin-style rectangular bridge
• Classic 12-string Martin tone: warm, balanced lows, shimmering highs
• Original vintage appointments and construction

Condition:

Overall, this guitar is in good vintage condition for being nearly six decades old. It shows normal cosmetic wear consistent with age and play — finish checking, marks, and light dings throughout the body and edges. The top has natural aging and patina, adding to its vintage character. The guitar plays well and sounds fantastic, with that unmistakable seasoned Martin resonance. Comes with a hardshell case (case condition may show wear from age and use).

A great opportunity to own a true vintage Martin 12-string — collectible, musical, and full of history.

Item Condition & Testing

All used gear is fully tested when it arrives and again before shipping, so you can buy with confidence. Any included accessories are shown in the photos, and any functional issues are always noted. Expect normal cosmetic wear that may not show clearly in pictures. Since items are also available in-store, light demo wear may be present.

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Returns

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