1968 C.F. Martin & Co. D-35
A late 1960s D-35 — the model was hitting its stride. Johnny Cash was becoming associated with the D-35, giving it cultural cachet. The three-piece rosewood back delivers a complex, full tone.
Current Market Value
* Prices are estimates based on recent market data. Actual value depends on originality, condition, and provenance. Pricing methodology
Specifications
| Body Wood | Spruce (top), Indian Rosewood (back and sides — three-piece back) |
| Neck Wood | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Rosewood |
| Scale Length | 25.400" |
| Frets | 20 |
| Pickup Config | None (acoustic) |
| Bridge | Rosewood belly bridge |
| Tuners | Grover Sta-Tite |
| Finish Options | Natural |
| Est. Production | 1,500 |
Pickups & Electronics
Pure acoustic.
What Changed in 1968
The D-35 was becoming firmly established. Production growing. The three-piece back design was embraced by players including Johnny Cash, who would make the D-35 his signature guitar.
Notable Examples
Johnny Cash became closely associated with the D-35, playing it throughout his career.
Collector's Notes
The Johnny Cash association gives late 1960s D-35s cultural significance. These represent excellent value — often 20-30% less than equivalent-year D-28s despite comparable tone quality.