Brand directory/Martin/Serial number
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When was it made?

Enter the serial number marked on your Martin instrument — usually on the valve casing, bell or receiver.

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The Committee sound.
In this archive
Serial numbers & production eras · 1902–1964
Result format
Year or estimated range
Additional details
Factory & series, when known
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Where to find the number
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Common practice (not officially documented): the serial is on the valve section (2nd valve casing); Committee models often carry the bore size next to it.

Frequently asked
What serial numbers does this archive cover for Martin?

The archive currently covers 2 series and 102 dating ranges from 1902 to 1964, compiled from published maker records and reference charts. Coverage grows as new tables are verified.

Where is the serial number on a Martin instrument?

Common practice (not officially documented): the serial is on the valve section (2nd valve casing); Committee models often carry the bore size next to it. The exact spot varies by era and instrument type — the serial number guide walks through the common locations.

What if my Martin serial number is not found?

Recheck the characters exactly as marked, including any letters and leading zeros. Letter-prefixed numbers often belong to student or non-domestic lines that cannot be dated from the number. Some production periods may simply not be covered yet.