Martin Guitar 000C12-16E Nylon LH
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Martin Guitar
000C12-16E Nylon LH
Product Info
Article Number:
592772
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
000C12-16E Nylon LH
Category:
Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$3,133.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This 000C12-16E is a beautifully crafted nylon-string guitar with a fantastic blend of clarity and warmth. The solid woods and comfortable neck make it a joy to play, and the E1 pickup system means you can easily take it to gigs. It’s ideal for serious classical, flamenco, or fingerstyle players seeking a professional-grade instrument.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar 000C12-16E Nylon LH 2024
- Classical Guitar with Pickup
- Left-handed model
- Type: 000 with cutaway
- Top: Solid spruce
- Back and Sides: Solid Mahogany
- Neck: selected hardwood
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Brown tortoise pattern binding
- Scale: 672 mm (26.4")
- Nut width: 47.6 mm (1.88")
- Bone nut
- 20 Frets
- Pickup: Martin E1
- Ebony bridge with TUSQ saddle
- Strings: M165
- Colour: Natural matt
- Includes gig bag
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a bright, responsive, and articulate tone.
- • Mahogany back & sides provide warmth and a focused midrange presence.
- • Martin E1 pickup system offers a clean, amplified sound suitable for stage.
- • Ebony fingerboard provides exceptional clarity and smooth playability for nylon strings.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many players.
- • 000 size may feel slightly smaller for players accustomed to larger classical guitars.
- • Nylon string guitars inherently limit versatility compared to steel-string instruments.
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Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Mahogany
Neck Material
Selected Hardwood
Fingerboard
Ebony
Scale Length
672 mm (26.4")
Frets
20
Electronics
Martin E1 Pickup
Weight
Approximately 5.5 lbs (2.5 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The E1 is a straightforward, reliable system focusing on natural acoustic reproduction; it's not as feature-rich as some of the more complex Martin electronics but delivers a clean, usable amplified tone.
The selected hardwood neck has a comfortable, slightly rounded profile that generally suits a wide range of hand sizes, though individual preference will always vary.
Yes, the solid mahogany contributes to a focused, controlled projection, providing excellent balance and sustain while maintaining a warmer tonal character.
