Description Product Description In 1967, around the time that the video for The Beatles' Hello Goodbye was filmed, John Lennon acquired his very first Martin D-28. From then on, the D-28 (he owned several over the ensuing years) played an important role in Lennon's performances and songwriting.Today, Martin is honored to introduce the D-28 John Lennon 75th Anniversary model in celebration of Lennon's 75th birthday (he would have turned 75 on Friday, October 9th, 2015). A must-have for any Beatles fan, Lennon fan, or discerning guitar collector, this instrument pays homage to one of the most iconic players in music history. Only 75 of these very special D-28 John Lennon 75th Anniversary editions will be available worldwide. This guitar celebrates John's life and songwriting. May it inspire all who play it to carry the torch of peace and light that John embraced through his own life and music. - Yoko OnoThe 14-fret Dreadnought body is made with a temperature-aged Vintage Tone System (VTS) Adirondack spruce top paired with stunning bookmatched solid Madagascar rosewood back and sides to give this guitar a deep, broken-in voice and a powerful sonic footprint, especially on the low end. The D-28 John Lennon 75th Anniversary model sports a Modified Low Oval genuine mahogany neck featuring Martin's ergonomic High Performance Taper.What really stands out on this D-28 are the commemorative appointments that honor this guitar legendary player, his inspiring song lyrics, and his devotion to promoting world peace. The striking Madagascar headplate showcases Lennon's famous self-portrait illustration and the Martin script logo inlaid in gorgeous, colorful shell. The pearl inlays on the genuine ebony fingerboard are inspired by Lennon's song lyrics: the moon, the stars and the sun (from Instant Karma) and the number 9 (Revol