Martin Guitar M-36 LH
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Martin Guitar
M-36 LH
Product Info
Article Number:
559846
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
M-36 LH
Category:
0/00/000 Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$4,838.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This M-36 LH is a serious instrument for the left-handed player seeking a premium, vintage-inspired tone. The 0000 body size offers a comfortable feel and balanced response, making it ideal for fingerstyle players and those who appreciate a warm, articulate voice. It's a workhorse that'll serve you well for years, but it's definitely a significant investment.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar M-36 LH
- Acoustic Guitar
- Lefthand / left-handed model
- Style: M-14 Fret (0000-14 Fret)
- Top: Spruce
- Back and sides: Rosewood
- Bracing: Forward-Shifted X-Brace
- Neck: selected hardwood
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Style 28 Mother-of-Pearl Dot fingerboard inlays
- Multi-stripe rosette
- Antique white binding with bold Herringbone inlays
- Scale: 645 mm (25.4")
- Fingerboard radius: 16"
- Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
- Compensated bone nut
- 20 Frets
- Tortoise pickguard
- Ebony bridge
- Encapsulated chrome tuners
- Factory strings: Martin Guitars Martin Guitars MA550T authentic treated .013 - .056 (art. #473904#)
- Colour: Aging Toner
- Incl. hard case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Forward-shifted bracing delivers exceptional projection and clarity.
- • Rosewood back and sides provide rich, complex overtones and sustain.
- • Ebony fingerboard offers a smooth, effortless playing experience.
- • Aging toner finish enhances vintage aesthetics and resonance.
CONS
- • The 16in radius fingerboard may feel less familiar to players accustomed to flatter profiles.
- • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for many players.
- • Tortoise pickguard is a matter of personal preference and may be replaced.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Spruce
Back & Sides
Rosewood
Neck Material
Selected Hardwood
Fingerboard
Ebony
Scale Length
645 mm (25.4 in)
Frets
20
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 6.2 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The key difference is the left-handed orientation, mirroring the design and construction of the standard model but for southpaw players.
The neck profile is a 'slim taper' which is generally comfortable for most hand sizes, but it's a bit less substantial than some vintage Martins - worth trying if possible.
It comes with a high-quality, hardshell case that provides excellent protection during transport and storage, offering a snug and secure fit.
