In the early 1970s, Martin Guitar was commissioned to design a fully black lacquered D-35 for country star Johnny Cash. Although Martin had never considered such a request before, an all-black D-35 for the Man in Black was custom-made. Cash would perform his custom D-35 on stage for the next 20 years. In 2006, Martin released a commemorative edition of D-35 Johnny Cash. New for 2019, the DX Johnny Cash is a nod to the history between Cash and Martin Guitar. Designed in collaboration with John Carter Cash and the Cash Foundation management team, the guitar features a classic Dreadnought body shape constructed with Jett black high-pressure laminate (HPL) top, back, and sides. Like the previous commemorative edition, this instrument includes a custom fingerboard inlaid with stars and the "CASH" logo. Johnny Cash's signature appears on the rosette and label. This model is equipped with a Fishman® MX electronic system and a soft carrying bag embroidered with the “CASH” logo. It is equipped with Martin's Authentic Acoustic Lifespan® 2.0 strings. The DX Johnny Cash was designed to be an accessible and playable guitar for anyone who wants to honor the legendary musician's legacy.
Specifications
BODY SIZE: D-14 Freight
CONSTRUCTION: Mortise and tenon assembly
BRACE: X-Brace, scalloped
LADDER LENGTH: 25.4".
TOP, BACK AND SIDES MATERIAL: HPL
THE BUTTON MATERIAL: FSC certified Richlite®
WIDTH FROM KEY TO NUT: 1 3/4".
NUT MATERIAL: Black Corian
NECK SHAPE: Performing Artist
NECK PROFILE: high performance
DECK STYLE: A modern belly - in the saddle
STRING SPACING AT DECK: 2-5/32".
ELECTRONICS: Fishman® MX