Category:Michael Martin Murphey's 1960 Martin D-28 (customized like a D-42 with abalone inlay, and inlaid initials MMM on headstock)
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Michael Murphey used this
1960 Martin to write songs such as
“Geronimo's Cadillac,” “Wildfire,”
and Austin anthem “Cosmic
Cowboy, Pt 1.” The Martin D-28
was customized with abalone inlay,
giving it the appearance of a D-42,
Murphey's initials are inlaid in
the headstock.
Courtesy of Michael Martin Murphy
References
- High Resolution Photos: Outlaws & Armadillos: Country’s Roaring ’70s: Artifacts (high resolution photos / press release). Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum (2018-03-01)."[image 14] This 1960 Martin was Michael Murphey’s primary guitar, used to write songs including “Geronimo’s Cadillac,” “Wildfire,” and Austin anthem “Cosmic Cowboy.” Originally built as a Martin D-28, the instrument was later customized with abalone inlays, giving the appearance of a D-42. Murphey’s initials are inlaid on the headstock. Courtesy of Michael Martin Murphey (Photo Bob Delevante, courtesy Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum) "
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