SIGMA by C.F.Martin SEC-2000J around 1994 | eBay
The Sigma guitar is a junior version of the CF Martin guitar, and has appeared as a high-quality model made in Japan, completed by Martin's planning and design. In the latter half of the 90's, reasonable models made in Korea were released, but early Sigma guitars were produced in factories in Japan according to Martin's strict standards. This time we have the SEC-2000J, the top model of the early Sigma guitar! Taking advantage of the great success of Clapton's Unplugged lol, it's the strongest looking 000-42 style!
Solid Sitka spruce TOP, laminated Jacaranda SIDE BACK, mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard bridge, scallop bracing, measured 42.9mm nut, 24.9 inch scale 000 style. The Japanese version of that Clapton model, which boasted a beautiful torch inlay, a 42-style snowflakes position mark, and a 42-style Avalon purfling that was extremely popular. The fact that purfling avalon and solid avalon are still used these days is also a plus point! After all, the glow of Solid Avalon is larger than Goron and has a different presence! Moreover, this model was already listed in the catalog of November 1993, so it was released before the original 000-42EC. Perhaps the sales performance of this model created the legendary 000-42EC first limited model? !
The sound is 000-like and has a good response and good graininess! A bright and gorgeous sustain is entwined with the responsive start-up to produce a sound with an edge that is typical of the Jacaranda model. The SIDE BACK is made of plywood, so it doesn't have a luxurious sound, but you can enjoy the gorgeous sound of the shellfish model. Strumming with a flat pick gives you a compact yet bright and edgy sound, so you can use it for strokes as well. The scallop bracing gives a responsive sound when you pluck it with your finger, and the scallop bracing adds a sense of spaciousness to the sound, as well as the gorgeous overtones typical of a shellfish model. You will be able to enjoy it to the fullest lol!
The condition of the instrument is maintained in such a beautiful and exquisite condition that you wouldn't believe it was made about 30 years ago! There are no scratches that stand out even from a distance, and it looks like new at first glance. When I held it up to the light and inspected it closely, I found one extremely shallow spot of about 1mm near the end of the body top, and on the back of the body, I can see some scratches and scratches that look like they were rubbed by clothes. All of the scratches are too minor to be called scratches, so I don't think anyone would care about this when looking at a guitar from the 90's. Also, if you hold it up to the light and look closely, the paint on the back of the neck from the back of the 1st fret to the back of the 9th fret, which is often used, looks like the top coat has been peeled off, and the glossiness is different from the others. However, it feels smooth to the touch and doesn't feel uneven, so I don't think you'll have to make a fuss about it. There are no other noticeable scratches, and overall, it can be said that it is in a very beautiful and superb condition for its age.
The neck is in good condition and beautifully straight. There is still room in the saddle, so you can fine-tune the string height even further. The frets are somewhat reduced, mainly on the low frets, but the height of the original frets is still about 78% of the original, so you can still use it with confidence.
I recommend this book to those who can't reach the original, and it will be a picture with outstanding presence!
The case also comes with the original Martin vintage replica case.
color natural wood
Year of manufacture 1990s
Top plate material Spruce
Side plate material Jacaranda
Back plate material Jacaranda
Body size 000 type
accessories hard case
SIGMA by C.F.Martin SEC-2000J around 1994
Description
The Sigma guitar is a junior version of the CF Martin guitar, and has appeared as a high-quality model made in Japan, completed by Martin's planning and design. In the latter half of the 90's, reasonable models made in Korea were released, but early Sigma guitars were produced in factories in Japan according to Martin's strict standards. This time we have the SEC-2000J, the top model of the early Sigma guitar! Taking advantage of the great success of Clapton's Unplugged lol, it's the strongest looking 000-42 style!
Solid Sitka spruce TOP, laminated Jacaranda SIDE BACK, mahogany neck, ebony fingerboard bridge, scallop bracing, measured 42.9mm nut, 24.9 inch scale 000 style. The Japanese version of that Clapton model, which boasted a beautiful torch inlay, a 42-style snowflakes position mark, and a 42-style Avalon purfling that was extremely popular. The fact that purfling avalon and solid avalon are still used these days is also a plus point! After all, the glow of Solid Avalon is larger than Goron and has a different presence! Moreover, this model was already listed in the catalog of November 1993, so it was released before the original 000-42EC. Perhaps the sales performance of this model created the legendary 000-42EC first limited model? !
The sound is 000-like and has a good response and good graininess! A bright and gorgeous sustain is entwined with the responsive start-up to produce a sound with an edge that is typical of the Jacaranda model. The SIDE BACK is made of plywood, so it doesn't have a luxurious sound, but you can enjoy the gorgeous sound of the shellfish model. Strumming with a flat pick gives you a compact yet bright and edgy sound, so you can use it for strokes as well. The scallop bracing gives a responsive sound when you pluck it with your finger, and the scallop bracing adds a sense of spaciousness to the sound, as well as the gorgeous overtones typical of a shellfish model. You will be able to enjoy it to the fullest lol!
The condition of the instrument is maintained in such a beautiful and exquisite condition that you wouldn't believe it was made about 30 years ago! There are no scratches that stand out even from a distance, and it looks like new at first glance. When I held it up to the light and inspected it closely, I found one extremely shallow spot of about 1mm near the end of the body top, and on the back of the body, I can see some scratches and scratches that look like they were rubbed by clothes. All of the scratches are too minor to be called scratches, so I don't think anyone would care about this when looking at a guitar from the 90's. Also, if you hold it up to the light and look closely, the paint on the back of the neck from the back of the 1st fret to the back of the 9th fret, which is often used, looks like the top coat has been peeled off, and the glossiness is different from the others. However, it feels smooth to the touch and doesn't feel uneven, so I don't think you'll have to make a fuss about it. There are no other noticeable scratches, and overall, it can be said that it is in a very beautiful and superb condition for its age.
The neck is in good condition and beautifully straight. There is still room in the saddle, so you can fine-tune the string height even further. The frets are somewhat reduced, mainly on the low frets, but the height of the original frets is still about 78% of the original, so you can still use it with confidence.
I recommend this book to those who can't reach the original, and it will be a picture with outstanding presence!
The case also comes with the original Martin vintage replica case.
color natural wood
Year of manufacture 1990s
Top plate material Spruce
Side plate material Jacaranda
Back plate material Jacaranda
Body size 000 type
accessories hard case
