Martin 000-15E Auditorium Acoustic, Mahogany Overview
Martin 000-15E Auditorium Acoustic, Mahogany
Overview: The Martin 000-15E is a contemporary gem in the 15 Series, seamlessly merging traditional craftsmanship with modern innovation. Designed to deliver a rich, nuanced sound and exceptional playability, this acoustic-electric guitar is an ideal choice for musicians seeking both classic tone and modern features.
Key Features:
Body:
- Top: Solid mahogany, known for its warm, woody tone with a pronounced midrange.
- Back and Sides: Solid sapele, which adds punch and bright, airy trebles.
- Finish: Satin, which enhances the guitar’s sleek appearance and contributes to its smooth touch.
Bracing:
- Scalloped Spruce Bracing: Enhances projection and responsiveness, making it versatile for various playing styles, from strumming to fingerpicking.
Body Size:
- Auditorium: Provides a balanced tone across all strings, suitable for a wide range of musical genres and playing techniques.
Electronics:
- Martin E1 Electronics: Includes a built-in chromatic tuner, and volume, tone, and phase controls, offering flexibility for live performances and studio work.
Neck:
- Material: Select hardwood with a high-performance taper, designed for comfortable playability.
- Tuners: Nickel open gear tuners for precise tuning stability.
Benefits:
- Tone: The combination of mahogany and sapele offers a warm, resonant sound with clear, articulate highs and rich midrange tones.
- Playability: The Auditorium body size and scalloped bracing make it comfortable to play and responsive to various techniques.
- Versatility: The integrated electronics allow for easy amplification and sound customization, making it suitable for both live and studio environments.
- Construction: All-solid wood construction ensures durability and enhances the guitar’s tonal qualities.
- CONSTRUCTION: Mortise/Tenon Neck Joint
- BODY SIZE: 000-14 Fret
- TOP: Solid Genuine Mahogany
- ROSETTE: Single Ring
- TOP BRACING PATTERN: A-Frame ''X''
- TOP BRACES: Solid Sitka Spruce 5/16''
- BACK MATERIAL: Solid Genuine Mahogany
- SIDE MATERIAL: Solid Genuine Mahogany
- NECK MATERIAL: Solid Genuine Mahogany
- NECK SHAPE: Modified Low Oval
- NUT MATERIAL: Bone
- HEADSTOCK: Solid/Square Taper
- HEADPLATE: Solid East Indian Rosewood
- FINGERBOARD MATERIAL: Solid East Indian Rosewood
- SCALE LENGTH: 25.4''
- # OF FRETS CLEAR: 14
- # OF FRETS TOTAL: 20
- FINGERBOARD WIDTH AT NUT: 1-11/16''
- FINGERBOARD WIDTH AT 12TH FRET: 2-1/8''
- FINGERBOARD POSITION INLAYS: Diamonds & Squares - Short Pattern
- FINGERBOARD BINDING: none
- FINISH BACK & SIDES: Satin
- FINISH TOP: Satin
- FINISH NECK: Satin
- BRIDGE MATERIAL: Solid East Indian Rosewood
- SADDLE: 16'' Radius/Compensated/Bone
- TUNING MACHINES: Nickel Open-Geared w/ Butterbean Knobs
- BRIDGE & END PINS: Solid Black Ebony
- PICKGUARD: Delmar Tortoise Color
- CASE: Soft-Shell