Key Features
- Compact and comfortable whilst being able to produce a traditional dreadnought voice
- Sitka spruce and sapele produces a clear, powerful sound with a versatile response
- Solid tonewoods develop more sonic-character the more you play - sounds better with age
- World-renowned Martin quality with incredible playability and an authentic sunburst finish
Martin Dreadnought Jr Acoustic, Sunburst Overview
Sounds better with age. World renowned Martin quality, and over 175 years of knowledge in the guitar-building industry. The Martin Dreadnought Jr Acoustic has superior playability and tone combined with features to make your playing experience incredibly fun and comfortable. Experience Martin's slimmed down, more compact dreadnought with a shorter scale length. Perfect for those that struggle with the bulkier dreadnought size, the Dreadnought Jr brings you the best of both worlds.
Furthermore, a mixture of solid sitka spruce and solid sapele produces a rich, clear, strong sound with airy trebles and a punchy mid-range. A dynamic, versatile instrument that's perfect for exploring a wide range of genres and techniques. Perfect for composing with, or even mic-up in a studio environment. It really does blend comfort with a big, traditional dreadnought voice. Compact with a big sonic-impact. Play and find out why Eric Clapton, Ben Howard, Paul McCartney, and John Mayer all chose Martin.
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Full Description
View Full DescriptionSounds better with age
A solid top ensures your guitar will sound better with age. The more you play, the more the tone opens up and grows over time. A solid sitka spruce top delivers a broad dynamic range, with a clear, strong, and versatile response. This means you can play a wide variety of genres and techniques with ease. A truly dynamic sound.
Furthermore, with solid sapele back and sides, this guitar really does deliver a distinctive sonic-footprint. Solid sapele has emphasis in the mid-range with airy, bright trebles, a powerful punch. It has a well-balanced tone that is consistent and full. The stunning blend of timber gives the Martin Dreadnought Jr a sweeping dynamic sound that's perfect for almost any genre or playing style. Versatility is truly at your fingertips.
Comfortable with a big sonic impact
Compact, slimmed down, and easy-to-play. This Martin Acoustic Jr brings comfort without losing that bold, distinctive character of bigger bodied guitars. It has the shape of a traditional dreadnought, with a slightly shorter scale and slimmed down body. This is truly perfect for players that struggle with the bulk of a traditional dreadnought. The Dreadnought Jr also has softened edges, ensuring your playing experience is superbly comfortable. Furthermore, the Martin Jr delivers a balanced, rich, versatile character. Experience a big, rich sound of a traditional dreadnought with the comfort and playability of a 000 body.
Specifications
Body & Bridge
- Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce
- Body Material: Solid Sapele
- Body Type: D Junior-14 Fret (000 Depth)
- Bridge Material: FSCA Certified Richlite
- Bridge Pin Material: White Plastic
- Bridge Pin Dots: Black Plastic
- Bridge Style: Junior Style Belly
- Bridge String Spacing: 2, 5/32''
- Binding: Black
- Saddle: Compensated White Tusq
- Saddle Radius: 16 ''
- Bracing Pattern: X Brace
- Brace Shape: Scalloped
- Brace Material: Sitka Spruce
- Brace Size: 1/4 ''
- Rosette: MOP Pattern w/ Multi-Stripe
- Top Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
- Top Material Finish: Satin
- Top Material Colour: Sunburst 1
- Back/Sides Material Finish: Satin
- Back/Sides Material Colour: Cherry
Neck & Fingerboard
- Neck Material: Select Hardwood
- Neck Construction: Mortise and Tenon Neck Joint
- Neck Shape: Dreadnought Junior
- Neck Taper: High Performance
- Neck Finish: Hand Rubbed
- Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
- Number of Frets: 20
- Fingerboard Material: FSCA Certified Richlite
- Fingerboard Inlay Material: MOP Pattern
- Fingerboard Inlay Style: MOP Pattern Dots- 28 Style Pattern
- Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1, 3/4 ''
- Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2, 1/8 ''
- Plek: Yes
- Nut Material: White Corian
- Headstock Shape: Solid w/ Dreadnought Junior Taper
- Headplate Material: HPL
- Headplate Logo Style: Script Ink
- Scale Length: 24 ''
Hardware & Strings
- Hardware Colour: Chrome
- Tuning Machines: Enclosed Gear
- Recommended Strings: RETRO LIGHT (MM12)
- Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
- Tuning Knobs: Small
- Label: Paper Label
- Included Accessories: Soft Gig Bag
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