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.
Numbered #21 of 100
TOP: Sitka Spruce Reclaimed
BACK AND SIDES: Figured Koa
TOP INLAY MATERIAL: Abalone with Multi-Stripe
BRACING PATTERN: X-Brace
BRACING SHAPE: GE-Scalloped
FINISH: Gloss
SCALE LENGTH: 25.4"
NUT WIDTH: 1 3/4"
NUT MATERIAL: Bone
NECK: Genuine Mahogany
NECK SHAPE: GE Modified Low Oval
FINGERBOARD: Ebony
BRIDGE: Ebony
BRIDGE STYLE: Modern Belly Pyramid- Drop in Saddle
BINDING: Madagascar Rosewood
ROSETTE: Style 45 Multi-Stripe
SADDLE: Bone
TUNERS: Waverly Gold w/Liquidmetal Post w/Abalone Dot
CASE: White Hardshell
