Martin GPC-13E Ziricote Electro Acoustic

Full Description

Versatility and style, combined

The best of both worlds. The Martin GPC-13E comes fresh for 2021 with a solid spruce top and a ziricote veneer, so you not only receive sound that gets richer with age. But style birthed for the spotlight too. Its classy appearance is certain to turn heads and look incredible for your next artist or album shoot, while its solid top develops more sonic goodness the more you play. So keep on playing, it'll only reward you with ever-growing tone. The Martin GPC-13E's deliciously dynamic tone and impeccable balance also creates addictive versatility, you certainly won't want to put this beauty down. And, it provides a spectacular response to your individuality, making it perfect for showcasing your unique flair every single time you play.

The grandest of performances - GPC

Versatile and unique. Martin's GPC (grand performance cutaway) is aptly named, and truly perfect for performance. It's the ultimate instrument for combining comfort with that richly renowned Martin sound. Made for passionate performers and singer songwriters, it was born to be under the stage light. With playability you won't forget, and a sound you won't find elsewhere - it can only be the GPC.

GPC guitars are renowned for their versatility, and the GPC-13E is no exception. Explore a big, rich, acoustic voice with the dynamics and balance needed to play through almost anything you desire. Superbly responsive, it reacts to you and your individual style beautifully. You can strum, or delicately pick, play with freedom, and find your persona with the GPC-13E. It won't let you down. And, with a smooth Venetian cutaway, you're never have to worry about restriction. Roam the fingerboard with complete freedom, comfort, and ease.

High-performance playability

Your smoothest playing action yet, because the feel of your sonic companion is imperative. So, this GPC-13E features a high performance taper neck, and a performing artist profile to bring you liquid smooth playability. Built specifically for performance, this neck allows you to play with complete freedom, and sensational comfort.

Smooth, distinct, renowned. Martin will always pay meticulous attention to detail to your needs as a player. So, they've developed multiple different profiles and tapers to ensure you can always find your perfect playing feel. With their high performance neck taper and performing artist profile, you can form complicated chords with ease, play fast-paced styles, and any rhythm or lead technique - in any position.

And, you can improve your accuracy too. Transition from chord to chord with one comfortable, fluid, smooth movement. Bringing you a neck that's just as slim at the 12th fret as it is at the first fret. Run wild with leads, solos, and perform to your best with Martin. Plus, with a hand-rubbed finish, more of the GPC-13E's natural tone is released. This is a truly responsive instrument with the smooth, comfortable playability needed for performance. Expertly-designed features that give this Martin perfectly-tailored playability.

Unmistakable Martin feel

For 183 years, Martin have been at the forefront of guitar innovation, and premier craftsmanship. Bringing you some of the best acoustic guitars possible. Martin's iconic tone is world renowned, and their playability has become an important characteristic that puts Martin guitars in a league of their own. And, with their revolutionary Plek process, Martin guitars truly maintain their undeniably majestic tone.

Precision for the ultimate feel and tone. This special Plek process involves a computer controlled device that scans and dresses the guitar under actual playing conditions. It's strung, and tuned to pitch for precise string tension emulation. An incredible process that's been a major breakthrough over the last decade. This is because the machine's meticulous attention to detail identifies exactly what needs to be done to bring you perfect fretwork. It's an innovative machine that brings you flawless results. Experience premium quality with an unmistakable tone and feel.

Discreet electronics

Take your persona to the stage. It's time to explore a premium instrument, without the premium price tag. With a rich-sounding, undeniably high-quality instrument like the GPC-13E, it would be a crime to not plug-in. So, for the passionate performers, session musicians, and singer/songwriters, this Road Series Electro Acoustic comes equipped with a responsive Fishman MX-T.

Fishman are known for making live performance, everything it should be. So, it's time to explore a goose-bump-inducing tone that's perfect for your next show, recording, and tours. The GPC-13E's Fishman pickup captures all the magic of your instrument. Giving you a rich, natural, and incredibly dynamic sound for live performance. And, you'll always be in perfect pitch thanks to a soundhole mounted tuner.

Specifications

• Product: Martin GPC-13E, Ziricote
• Product Code: CFM-GTR-GPC13E-01
• Series: Road

Body & Bridge

• Top Material: Solid Spruce
• Body Material: Ziricote Veneer
• Body Type: Grand Performance 14-Fret Cutaway
• Bridge Material: FSC Certified Richlite
• Body Finish: Gloss

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Material: Select Hardwood
• Neck Shape: Performing Artist
• Neck Taper: High Performance Taper
• Neck Finish: Hand Rubbed
• Fingerboard Material: FSC Certified Richlite
• Fingerboard Inlay: 28 Style Mother of Pearl
• Number of Frets: 20
• Nut Material: White Corian
• Plek: Yes

Hardware & Strings

• Hardware Colour: Chrome
• Tuning Machines: Open Gear
• Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
• Included: Soft Shell Case