Introducing the 2018 Martin NAMM Show Special SS-0041GB-17 George Bauer acoustic, a limited edition guitar inspired by the renowned luthier and fellow Pennsylvanian, George Bauer. Limited to only 50 guitars worldwide, this exceptional instrument is a remarkable piece of American acoustic instrument history that undoubtedly deserves a place in your esteemed collection.

With a 12-fret Grand Concert body, it offers unparalleled comfort and portability. Crafted with top-grade European spruce and Guatemalan rosewood expertly joined using genuine hide glue, contributes to its warm and balanced tone. Featuring Martin's VTS top treatment and tasteful appointments, this guitar is a testament to craftsmanship and sonic beauty. Don't miss out on this transformative musical experience.

Model: SS-0041GB-17

Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint - Hide Glue Construction

Body Size: 00-12 Fret

Top Material: European Spruce with VTS

Rosette: Abalone with Multi-Stripe

Bracing Pattern: X Brace

Brace Shape: Scalloped

Brace Material: Sitka Spruce

Brace Size: 1/4 inch

Back Material: Guatemalan Rosewood

Back Purfling/Strip: D-45 Golden Era

Side Material: Guatemalan Rosewood

Endpiece: Grained Ivoroid

Endpiece Inlay: Multi-Stripe

Binding: Grained Ivoroid

Top Inlay Material: Abalone with Multi-Stripe

Side Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe

Back Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe

Neck Material: Genuine Mahogany

Neck Shape: Modified V

Neck Taper: Standard Taper

Plek: Yes

Nut Material: Bone

Headstock Shape: Slotted with Round Slots and Square Taper

Headplate Material: Guatemalan Rosewood

Headplate Logo Style: Stamped on Back of Headstock

Heelcap: Grained Ivoroid with Multi-Stripe

Fingerboard Material: Ebony

Scale Length: 24.9 inches

Neck Joins Body At: 12th Fret

Number of Frets Total: 20

Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 13/16 inches

Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/4 inches

Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone with Mother of Pearl

Fingerboard Inlay Style: Custom Snowflake and Block Design

Fingerboard Binding Material: Grained Ivoroid

Side Dots: Black

Back and Side Finish: Gloss

Finish Top: Gloss

Top Color: Clear

Finish Neck: Satin

Bridge Material: Ebony

Bridge Style: Modern Pyramid - Drop in Saddle

Bridge String Spacing: 2 1/4 inches

Saddle: Compensated Bone

Saddle Radius: 16 inches

Tuning Machines: Golden Age Bright Nickel Side Mount

Knob: Ivoroid

Bridge Pin Material: Bone

Bridge Pin Dots: Abalone

Case: Ply Hardshell

Label: Paper Label- Signed by CFM IV- Numbered in Sequence with Total (50)