Key Features
- Compact and comfortable whilst being able to produce a traditional dreadnought voice
- All-sapele construction delivers a rich, powerful mid-range with bright, sparkling trebles
- Solid tonewoods develop more sonic-character the more you play - sounds better with age
- World-renowned Martin quality with incredible playability that belies its price tag
DISC Martin Dreadnought Jr Acoustic Left Handed, Sapele Overview
Sounds better with age. Premium Martin quality, and over 175 years of knowledge in the guitar building industry. The Dreadnought Jr Acoustic Left Handed is perfect for achieving that classic, commanding dreadnought voice but without the bigger, bulkier size. With a shorter scale length and a more compact dreadnought body, playability is smooth, comfortable, and easy.
Additionally, a solid sapele construction produces a rich, strong sound with bright, airy trebles. And with its solid build, the Dreadnought Jr will sound even better the more you play it. Experience Martin's newly designed body that is slimmed down and has softer edges for spectacular comfort. Perfect for composing with, or even mic-up in a studio environment. Compact with a big sonic-impact. Play and find out why Eric Clapton, Ben Howard, Paul McCartney, and John Mayer all chose Martin.
Product Ref: 170755
Full Description
View Full DescriptionSounds better with age
A tone that develops even more character throughout its life. The Martin Dreadnought Jr features a solid sapele construction. Solid tonewoods sound better with age. And, the more you play, the more the tone opens up. Rewarding you with an even richer, warmer, more resonant sound.
Explore a distinctive sonic-footprint. Solid sapele brings emphasis to the mid-range with airy, bright trebles, a powerful punch. It has a well-balanced tone that is consistent and full. Sparkling, truly dynamic, beautifully melodic. Experience a sound you won't want to put down. It can handle almost anything.
Comfortable with a big sonic impact
Compact, slimmed down, and easy-to-play. This Martin Jr Acoustic 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 Sapele
- 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''
- 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 Material Finish: Satin
- Top Material Colour: Cherry
- 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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