Martin Guitar SPOMC10EL Road Series Special
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Martin Guitar
SPOMC10EL Road Series Special
Product Info
Article Number:
599423
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
SPOMC10EL Road Series Special
Category:
Lefthanded Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$1,208.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Road Series Special is a fantastic value for a left-handed player wanting that classic Martin tone. The Sapele provides a warm foundation, while the spruce top cuts through nicely – it’s a really versatile instrument perfect for singer-songwriters and gigging musicians who need a reliable amplified option.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar SPOMC10EL Road Series Special
- Steel-String Guitar with Pickup
- Left-handed model
- Style: Auditorium with cutaway
- Top: Solid spruce
- Back and sides: Solid Sapele
- X-Bracing
- Neck: selected hardwood
- Fiingerboard: Selected hardwood
- Style 28 fingerboard inlays
- Scale: 645 mm (25.4")
- Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
- 20 Frets
- Pickup: Martin E1
- Bridge: Selected hardwood
- White TUSQ saddle
- Sealed chrome hardware
- Strings: Martin Guitars Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Guitar Strings Phosphor Bronze - Light .012 - .053 (Art.#469771#)
- Colour: Natural
- Includes gig bag
PROS
- • Solid Sapele back & sides deliver rich, balanced overtones.
- • Spruce top provides excellent projection and clarity.
- • Martin E1 pickup offers a usable, natural amplified tone.
- • Style 28 inlays add a touch of elegance and classic Martin feel.
CONS
- • Road Series construction means slightly less meticulous finishing than premium lines.
- • Sapele can be a bit 'woody' sounding initially, requiring break-in.
- • The E1 pickup, while decent, isn't a high-end, studio-grade system.
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Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Sapele
Neck Material
Selected Hardwood (likely Mahogany)
Fingerboard
Selected Hardwood (likely Ebony)
Scale Length
645 mm (25.4 in)
Frets
20
Electronics
Martin E1 Pickup
Weight
Approximately 5.8 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
Road Series guitars prioritize affordability, so you'll notice a slightly less refined finish and potentially a bit more variance in wood grain compared to their premium lines, but the core Martin quality remains.
The E1 is a competent pickup, providing a natural amplified tone, but serious recording artists might prefer a more sophisticated system for ultimate clarity and nuance.
The neck profile is likely a Modified Low Oval, which is common across many Martins, offering a comfortable and familiar feel for players accustomed to their guitars.
