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2026 Martin Limited Edition O'ahu K-42 Hibiscus Dark Toasted Burst Pre-Order

2026 Martin Limited Edition O'ahu K-42 Hibiscus Dark Toasted Burst Pre-Order

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The Martin O’ahu K-42 Hibiscus takes inspiration from the historic Kealakai body and reimagines it with modern innovation. Featuring a K-sized 12-fret body fitted with a 14-fret neck—an unprecedented first for Martin—it delivers extra projection and clarity while keeping the deep, powerful voice that shaped the Dreadnought’s origins. Crafted with striking broad-flamed koa back and sides, a reclaimed spruce top—used only once before in Martin’s history—in a dark toasted burst, and adorned with ornate hibiscus inlays, it’s as visually captivating as it is sonically rich. Style 42 details, Madagascar rosewood binding, and Waverly tuners with Liquidmetal posts add luxury and performance. Limited to just 100 guitars, the K-42 Hibiscus is the newest member of the Martin O’ahu family—an instrument where heritage and artistry meet.

Features
  • Limited-edition acoustic blending Martin innovation and and Hawaiian heritage
  • Historic Kealakai body with 14-fret neck offers clarity and projection
  • Reclaimed Sitka spruce top provides enhanced projection and resonance
  • Figured koa back and sides deliver warm, balanced sound with rich overtones
  • Adirondack spruce scalloped bracing enhances power and dynamic range
  • Ebony fingerboard with hibiscus inlays honors Hawaiian heritage and artistry
  • Modern belly pyramid bridge with Liquidmetal pins improves sustain and stability
  • Waverly tuners with Liquidmetal posts ensure precise, reliable tuning
  • Dark toasted burst finish adds vintage-inspired character to the top
  • Includes a hardshell case and numbered label for collector appeal



General

  • Product type: Acoustic guitar
  • Model: O'ahu K-42 Hibiscus

Body

  • Body size: K-12 fret with 14-fret neck
  • Top wood: Reclaimed Sitka spruce
  • Back and sides wood: Figured koa
  • Bracing: GE-scalloped X-brace
  • Brace wood: Adirondack spruce with VTS
  • Binding: Madagascar rosewood
  • Finish: Gloss

Neck

  • Neck profile: GE Modified Low Oval
  • Neck taper: High-performance taper
  • Neck wood: Genuine mahogany
  • Neck finish: Gloss
  • Scale length: 25.4"
  • Fingerboard wood: Ebony
  • Fingerboard radius: 16"
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Inlays: Hibiscus motif
  • Neck joint: Dovetail

Hardware

  • Bridge style: Modern belly pyramid, drop-in saddle
  • Bridge wood: Ebony
  • Saddle material: Bone
  • Nut material: Bone
  • Nut width: 1.75"
  • Tuning machines: Waverly gold with butterbean knobs
  • Bridge pins: Liquidmetal with abalone dots

Other

  • Case: Hardshell
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Number of strings: 6


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