Martin Mini Martin Terz Size 5 ‘#64 of 100’ Preowned 1999 Martin

This rarely-seen Mini Martin Size 5 guitar is part of a limited edition commissioned by Martin Guitars historian Dick Boak and offers exceptional sound and craftsmanship in a compact package. Inspired by the vintage 5-28, this rare instrument is a jewel, with only 100 units produced. Tuned three steps higher in G, known as Terz tuning, or adaptable to “Nashville” tuning, it delivers impressive resonance and versatility, or use a heavier gauge for the ultimate standard-tuned travel guitar. The guitar comes with a personal letter from Dick Boak suggesting alternative tunings based on string types and thicknesses, as well as a set of his preferred ‘Nashville Tuning’ strings.

This 1999-built Mini Martin Size 5 Limited Edition guitar offers remarkable craftsmanship, sound quality, and versatility in a compact design. With its solid Sitka Spruce top, solid East Indian Rosewood back and sides, and thoughtful design features, this guitar is perfect for travel or studio use. Whether played in standard tuning, Terz tuning, or “Nashville” tuning, it delivers impressive resonance and tonal richness, making it a highly sought-after instrument for discerning musicians.

This guitar has spent most of its life in its case, and there are almost zero signs of playwear aside from a couple of minor lacquer scratches. There’s a professionally installed K&K Pure Mini pickup onboard too, for natural plugged-in tone. The headstock decal has faded over time, due to the gassing off of the nitro lacquer finish within the case, and the top has aged to a subtle amber.

This is a guitar that’s hard to put down, and surprisingly comfortable! There’s a huge amount of sound and harmonic content for such a small body size (comparable to a baritone ukulele!), and the craftsmanship is superb. Playability is superb, with a great low action and a comfortable, chunky C neck profile. We never see these guitars for sale, and it’s easy to see why! Includes original hardshell case and all original case candy and paperwork.

Key Features:

• Construction: Mahogany Blocks/Dovetail Neck Joint
• Body Size: Size 5/Terz 12-Fret
• Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
• Back and Sides: Solid East Indian Rosewood
• Neck Material: Select Hardwood with Slight V Shape
• Fingerboard: Solid Black Ebony with Diamonds & Squares – Long Pattern Inlays
• Nut Material: Bone
• Scale Length: 21.4”
• Bridge Material: Solid Black Ebony with Size 5 Style and Long Saddle
• Tuning Machines: Waverly Nickel with Butterbean Knobs
• Finish: Polished Gloss Back & Sides, Polished Gloss Top with Vintage Toner, Satin Neck
• Electronics: Optional
• Case: 318DB Geib Style
• Interior Label: Signed by CFM IV & Dick Boak

• Rosette: Style 45
• Top Bracing Pattern: Standard ”X” with Solid Sitka Spruce 1/4” Braces
• Binding: Grained Ivoroid with Fine Herringbone Top Inlay
• Bridge Style: Size 5 with 16” Radius/Bone Saddle
• Bridge String Spacing: 2-1/8”
• Recommended Strings: Martin Studio Performance Custom Light Gauge Phosphor Bronze (MSP 4050)
• Bridge & End Pins: White with Tortoise Colored Dots
• Pickguard: None
• Case: 318DB Geib Style