Martin Guitars 000-12E Retro

• 000-14 Fret acoustic guitar from the Road Series
• Solid spruce top and solid sapele body
• Natural Finish in high gloss finish
• Faux tortoise pickguard
• Scalloped X bracing
• Neck made from Selected Hardwood with Performing Artist neck profile
• Ebony fingerboard with Old Style 18 inlays
• 44.45 mm wide Corian nut
• Shortened scale length of 632.5 mm
• Ebony bridge with inlay made of Graph Tech White TUSQ
• Nickel-plated open-gear tuners
• Martin E-1 pickup with tuner
• Gig bag included in the scope of delivery
• Made in Mexico

Balanced sound

The solid sprucesoundboardTop:
The top is the upper part of the guitar body stands for an almost attacking and radiant treble that clearly reproduces even the finest details. At the same time, a powerful volume unfolds, giving the instrument a convincing assertiveness. Solid sapele for the backFloor:
The term "back" refers to the lower part of a guitar, which serves as a resonating body. It is usually made of wood and influences the sound and volume of the instrument. and sidesFrame:
The frame is the side part of the guitar body that surrounds the cavity. It is usually made of wood and contributes to the stability and resonance of the guitar. brings a pleasant warmth to the mids and provides a balanced bass foundation. The result is a harmonious sound with depth that holds its own both solo and in ensemble playing. The Scalloped X bracingBracing:
Bracing supports the resonance development of the top and promotes an open sound. As a result, the overall sound is freer and particularly lively.

632.5 mm scale length

The compact 000 body shape favors a comfortable playing position and ensures relaxed handling in any playing situation. In combination with the shortened scale lengthScale length:
The scale length refers to the length of the vibrating string of a guitar. It determines the distance between the nut and the bridge and influences the sound and playability of the instrument. of 632.5 mm, a pleasantly low string tension is created, which facilitates fingering and supports a smooth playing feel. The Selected HardwoodneckGuitar neck:
Maple neck in the PerformingNeck profile:
The neck profile refers to the shape of the guitar neck. It can be flat Artist profile offers a grippy shape that makes fast movements across the fingerboardFretboard:
The fretboard is the part of the guitar on which the strings are fretted to produce different tones. It is made of wood and has metal frets that mark the different pitches. effortless. This playing experience is complemented by the ebony fingerboard, whose smooth surface ensures a precise response and a high degree of control.

Martin E-1 pickup

The Martin E-1 system not only reliably picks up the sound, but also has an integrated tuner that enables precise retuning at any time. This eliminates the need for additional devices, making it particularly easy to use. The controls are discreetly integrated in the sound holeSound hole:
The sound hole is an opening on the front of a guitar. It allows the sound produced by the strings to reach the outside and amplify the sound of the guitar. and can be reached quickly without disturbing the design of the guitar. Adjustments to volume and sound can be made directly and precisely, allowing the instrument to be adapted to different playing situations. The sound of the system is also impressive: it transmits the signal in a balanced and detailed manner, so that the acoustic character of the guitar is authentically preserved.