From the Factory | February 5, 2025
Martin Rocks The 2025 NAMM Show With Exciting New Releases
2024 was an unforgettable year at Martin Guitar, filled with groundbreaking innovations, collaborations, and milestones. But 2025 is already making waves, starting strong with an incredible showcase at The 2025 NAMM Show.
From vintage-inspired upgrades to modern innovations, Martin has unveiled an impressive lineup that’s sure to inspire musicians everywhere. Whether you’re a dedicated collector, a gigging musician, or someone dreaming of owning your first Martin, there’s something exciting for everyone in this year’s round of releases.
From refreshing our Standard Series to debuting limited-edition artist collaborations and special signature models, our 2025 NAMM Show lineup was all about honoring our history while driving the future of acoustic music.
Let’s dive into each new release to see what makes these instruments so special.
Launched on January 13, 2025
Standard Series Refresh
The Standard Series is the heart of Martin’s iconic lineup, trusted for its unparalleled craftsmanship and timeless sound. In 2025, we’re taking it to the next level with thoughtful updates designed to enhance tone, comfort, and aesthetic appeal. Sitka spruce Golden Era (GE) top bracing, featured on our Modern Deluxe Series, is now included on Standard Series instruments. This vintage-inspired bracing creates a breathy, resonant tone with enhanced sustain and warmth, giving each note room to breathe. The necks feature a Modified Low Oval profile optimized for a more vintage feel, along with a gently beveled fingerboard edge and refined string spacing that improve playability for hours of comfortable playing.
But that’s not all—the GE modern belly bridge now has smoother, rounded corners for a more comfortable feel. Bone or ebony bridge pins, depending on the model, add a touch of vintage appeal and elevate tonal response. Subtle yet impactful visual updates like a long diamond neck transition, angled nut cut, and a sleeker vintage-style heel complete the refresh, making the Standard Series feel familiar yet distinctly modern.
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000-17, D-17 & OM-45
One of three all-new Standard Series models, the Martin 000-17 is a welcome addition to the lineup, blending vintage charm with modern refinements for a versatile playing experience. With its solid mahogany body and satin finish, this 14-fret 000 model delivers warm, woody tones perfect for everything from fingerpicking to dynamic strumming. The Sitka spruce GE top bracing adds vintage resonance and clarity, while the GE Modified Low Oval neck profile offers exceptional playability. A thinner ebony fingerboard with a gently beveled comfort edge enhances the playing experience, making it feel like the guitar was made just for you. With details like an ebony modern belly bridge and open-gear tuners, the 000-17 is a tasteful blend of classic craftsmanship and modern precision.
The Martin D-17 is a bold new Dreadnought that pairs mahogany’s warmth with modern features for players seeking both power and comfort. The GE-inspired bracing adds a breathy, vintage tone, while the Dreadnought shape ensures rich, booming lows and bright highs that cut through any mix. The ebony fingerboard and GE modern belly bridge add refined resonance and a sleek touch, while the neck’s slimmer profile and satin finish make it effortless to play, even during long performances. Nickel open-gear tuners and a vintage-style heel enhance the D-17’s visual appeal, proving that this guitar is as beautiful as it is powerful.
Finally, the Martin OM-45 joins the refreshed D-45 as the crown jewel of the Standard Series. Crafted with East Indian rosewood back and sides and a solid spruce top, it produces a balanced, resonant sound with remarkable sustain. The full-gloss finish highlights its stunning grain, while elegant pearl inlays and gold open-gear tuners add a touch of luxury. The longer scale length and GE Modified Low Oval profile neck offer both comfort and projection, making it perfect for any performance setting. Whether you’re playing on stage or at home, the OM-45 is an heirloom-quality instrument that delivers a tone and look that’s anything but standard.
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000E Retro Plus Mahogany & DE Retro Plus Mahogany
The Martin 000E Retro Plus Mahogany is a modern acoustic-electric with vintage soul, inspired by Martin’s legendary 18-style flagship models. This 000-sized guitar features a torrefied solid spruce top that has been thermally aged to deliver a beautifully broken-in tone from the first strum. Combined with solid mahogany back and sides, the result is a rich, resonant sound that balances warmth and clarity. Scalloped spruce X bracing enhances projection and dynamic response, while the Performing Artist neck shape offers a comfortable, fast feel for both strumming and intricate fingerstyle playing. This guitar also features an ebony fingerboard and bridge and Martin E1 electronics that ensure you’re stage-ready with a built-in tuner and volume and tone controls.
The Martin DE Retro Plus Mahogany offers the same premium features in a classic Dreadnought body. The larger body size amplifies the vintage-inspired sound, delivering deep bass and impressive volume that fills any room. Like its smaller sibling, the DE Retro Plus Mahogany includes a torrefied spruce top—the same premium feature long reserved for our Authentic and Modern Deluxe series—for an authentic, seasoned tone that ages beautifully over time. The Dreadnought’s powerful sound, combined with the built-in E1 electronics, makes it an ideal choice for players who need a gig-ready workhorse. Both models offer the best of Martin’s craftsmanship at an unbeatable value, making them perfect for anyone looking to invest in a premium acoustic without breaking the bank.
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Launched on January 20, 2025
D-3 Millionth
The Martin D-3 Millionth is a once-in-a-lifetime creation, celebrating Martin’s incredible journey to its 3 millionth serialized guitar. Every detail of this stunning Dreadnought honors the legacy of craftsmanship and innovation that has defined the brand for nearly two centuries. The solid Adirondack spruce top is adorned with intricate inlays that tell Martin’s story—rings of sycamore and gold represent each year of the company’s growth, while diamonds mark major milestones. The back, made from rare Brazilian rosewood, features an exquisite gold and pearl sycamore tree inlay that symbolizes the countless employees who’ve shaped Martin’s history, from its New York beginnings to its home in Nazareth, Pennsylvania.
The past, present, and future converge in every ornate element of the D-3 Millionth. The ebony headplate showcases a Moravian star inlaid with diamonds, while the pickguard is made from 14-karat palladium and accented with rubies representing Martin’s three Nazareth-area factory locations. With only three of these guitars in existence—and one available for sale—this masterpiece stands as both a tribute to the people who built the brand and a testament to Martin’s commitment to acoustic excellence.
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D-300
The Martin D-300 offers a stunning tribute to the D-3 Millionth, capturing the essence of its artistry and craftsmanship in a slightly more attainable yet still exclusive package. Limited to just 30 pieces, this Dreadnought retains the symbolic storytelling of its predecessor, with a solid Adirondack spruce top representing the growth rings of an American sycamore tree. Instead of gold, select growth rings are crafted from silver, with solid gold dots marking pivotal moments in Martin’s 192-year history. The rare Brazilian rosewood back features an intricate sycamore tree inlay made from abalone, paying homage to the artisans who’ve shaped Martin’s legacy.
The D-300 isn’t just a visual marvel—it’s an acoustic powerhouse designed for exceptional sound. European flamed maple binding adds an elegant touch, while Liquidmetal® bridge pins with bezel-set emeralds enhance tonal resonance and sustain. Gold Waverly tuning machines with Liquidmetal posts and custom brass knobs complement the premium appointments, and the ebony pickguard, adorned with ruby inlays marking Martin’s three Nazareth-area factory locations, ties the design together beautifully. With only 30 guitars available, the D-300 represents an extraordinary blend of heritage, artistry, and performance—designed for players and collectors who seek something truly special.
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Grand J-28E DN
Martin’s first double-neck instrument in over a century, the Grand J-28E DN, is a showstopper designed for players seeking an extraordinary guitar. This Standard Series Grand Jumbo acoustic-electric features both a 12-string and a 6-string neck, giving you unparalleled versatility to experiment with new sounds and tunings. The solid spruce top and East Indian rosewood back and sides produce a bold, resonant tone that fills any space, whether you’re performing solo or with a band.
This engineering marvel includes two compound dovetail neck joints and custom X bracing, ensuring stability and resonance across both necks. The six-string neck features a slightly slimmer profile for enhanced comfort, while both necks have a satin finish and ebony fingerboards for a smooth, effortless feel. Equipped with custom Fishman® electronics, the Grand J-28E DN is stage-ready, making it perfect for players looking to add something truly unique to their performances.
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Centennial 1 & Centennial Concert Ukes
The Centennial 1 Concert Uke is a celebration of 100 years of Martin concert-sized ukuleles. This limited-edition uke is crafted from solid sinker mahogany, reclaimed from Belizean riverbeds, giving it a warm, rich tone and a stunning natural grain. The concert size offers a balance between soprano brightness and tenor resonance, making it versatile and comfortable to play. The East Indian rosewood fingerboard also stop to the body joint, enhancing resonance and adding a vintage-inspired touch.
The Centennial Concert Uke, made in Martin’s Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico factory, offers players a more accessible way to celebrate this milestone. Crafted from solid mahogany, it delivers punchy midrange tones and smooth playability. Graph Tech RATIO® tuning machines provide precision and stability while maintaining a vintage aesthetic. Both ukes feature commemorative paper labels depicting Martin’s historic North Street factory, connecting the instruments to their rich history. Whether you’re a collector or a uke enthusiast, these limited editions capture the spirit of Martin’s ukulele legacy.
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CEO-11
The Martin CEO-11 is a bold, limited-edition Grand Auditorium (M) model designed by Martin President and CEO Thomas Ripsam. Its FSC®-certified European spruce top features a striking New Horizons blue burst finish, while the figured white oak back and sides create a warm, balanced tone with impressive projection. The dark mahogany-colored sides add a dramatic contrast that highlights the stunning burst top. A two-piece flamed maple neck with a satin finish also adds visual flair and exceptional playability.
One of the standout features of the CEO-11 is its custom Unalome headplate inlay, symbolizing creativity and personal growth. Equipped with Fishman® Aura VT Blend electronics custom-voiced to Thomas’ specifications, this guitar sounds as stunning plugged in as it does acoustically. Limited to just 1,111 pieces, each CEO-11 includes a numbered, signed label and a molded hardshell case. This guitar is perfect for players who want an instrument that makes a visual and sonic statement.
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D-Robert Goetzl 10
The D-Robert Goetzl 10 is where music meets fine art. This one-of-one, hand-painted Dreadnought features a vibrant hummingbird surrounded by blooming flowers, brought to life by renowned artist Robert Goetzl. The spruce top provides the perfect canvas for Goetzl’s artwork, while the solid East Indian rosewood back and sides deliver deep, resonant tones. The hand-painted design isn’t just beautiful—it enhances the connection between the instrument and artist, making it a true showpiece onstage and off.
Goetzl collaborated closely with Martin’s expert luthiers to ensure every element of the guitar maintained the highest standards of craftsmanship. From the abalone rosette to the Waverly gold tuners, every detail complements Goetzl’s artwork while elevating the guitar’s tonal performance. Whether it’s displayed as a work of art or played as a musical masterpiece, the D-Robert Goetzl 10 is a testament to Martin’s commitment to creativity and unleashing the artist within.
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00L Oliver
The 00L Oliver is a stunning collaboration with artist Julie Heffernan, featuring her surrealist oil painting Self-Portrait as Arms and the Men on the FSC®-certified spruce top. The sloped-shoulder Grand Concert body, crafted with medium-flame koa back and sides, produces a balanced tone with warmth and clarity. Heffernan’s painting tells a story of humankind’s impact on nature, making the guitar not just a sonic experience, but a visual one, too. Hear the story behind the guitar below.
Named after Heffernan’s son, the 00L Oliver is designed to inspire creativity. Its mahogany neck with a Modified Low Oval profile offers smooth playability, making it perfect for fingerpicking or strumming. Limited to just 104 pieces, this guitar is both a collectible work of art and a professional-grade instrument. With its bold design and exceptional craftsmanship, the 00L Oliver invites you to create your own works of art.
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Launched on January 22, 2025
D-28 Billy Strings & D-X2E Billy Strings
The D-28 Billy Strings honors the bluegrass sensation’s love for his 1940 D-28 while adding modern upgrades for today’s players. With a 25" scale length, it reduces string tension for faster play and expressive bends, perfect for Billy’s intricate, rapid-fire style. The solid East Indian rosewood back and sides and spruce top deliver the classic D-28 boom, while a Modified Low Oval neck with a custom 1 23/32" nut width—slightly wider than his pre-war Martin—makes it incredibly comfortable to play. Vintage-inspired appointments like herringbone trim, antique white binding, and nickel enclosed gear tuners give it timeless appeal.
The D-X2E Billy Strings offers a more accessible option with a solid spruce top and Brazilian rosewood-patterned HPL back and sides. It features the same 25" scale length and custom nut width, while Martin E1 electronics make it ready for the stage. With a hemp softshell case and Billy’s pre-printed signature inside, this rugged Dreadnought is built for players who want an affordable, high-quality instrument with signature flair.
Read more about the story behind these signature guitars here.
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More from Martin
With so many groundbreaking releases, 2025 is already shaping up to be an incredible year for Martin Guitar. From limited-edition works of art to innovative acoustic designs, there’s something here for every player.
Be sure to check out these new models, plus Martin accessories and merch, by exploring our website or contacting your local Martin dealer. And stay tuned—there’s much more to come!
Until next time, happy playing!