A Custom Shop Martin with Exotic Flair
This isn’t your average off-the-rack acoustic. This is a Martin Custom Shop 00, a guitar born from the best luthiers in the world, built with a combination of tonewoods that speaks to the discerning player. The first thing you’ll notice is the stunning Goncalo Alves back and sides—often called Tigerwood, its dramatic, striped figuring is absolutely mesmerizing. But its beauty is more than skin deep; this dense hardwood delivers a tone that’s often compared to rosewood, offering up a rich, resonant low end and clear, singing highs.
The Power of Bearclaw
Paired with that exotic back is a premium Bearclaw Sitka Spruce top. That distinctive ‘claw’ figuring isn’t just for looks—it’s an indicator of older, stiffer, more resonant wood. Many luthiers believe this natural cross-grain stiffness enhances sustain and focuses the guitar’s voice, giving you a powerful fundamental tone that’s perfect for everything from delicate fingerstyle to articulate flatpicking. An aging toner gives it the warm, broken-in look of a vintage prize.
Effortless Playability
This guitar is built to be played. The comfortable 00-size body and 24.9″ scale length make it a joy to hold, while the GE Modified Low Oval neck profile feels instantly familiar and comfortable in your hand. The slotted headstock and Style 45 snowflake inlays are pure classic Martin, rounding out a build that’s as inspiring to play as it is to behold. It’s a lightweight, responsive instrument that feels alive against your chest, ready for the stage, studio, or your favorite writing chair.
