Martin 000-11E Craig Thatcher Limited Edition Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Soft Case)
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Boasting figured sapele body construction and LR Baggs Element electronics, this limited-edition 000-11E honors longtime Martin ambassador Craig Thatcher.
What's special about this item?
Feature: | What it does: |
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A-frame X brace | Great top stability and focused tone |
Ebony fretboard | Dark color, tight grain; premium fretboard wood |
Sapele back and sides | Rich, warm, and focused midrange; added sustain |
Sapele top | Rich, warm, and focused midrange; added sustain |
Overview
You can't talk about the Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, music scene without mentioning the name Craig Thatcher. To honor the longtime Martin clinician and ambassador, guitarist, songwriter, and local music legend, Martin is proud to release the limited-edition 000-11E Craig Thatcher acoustic-electric guitar.
This artist model features a body made of solid satin sapele back and sides and a solid figured sapele gloss top in a deep natural cherry hue, accented by fine herringbone trim and antique white binding. With only 35 examples available, this 000-11E is as unique as it is versatile, with satin tuners, snowflake inlays, and a natural, undyed ebony fingerboard and bridge.
"Craig and I have traveled the world together, telling the Martin story. I talk and he plays," says Chris Martin IV. "Craig worked closely with Martin's team in Nazareth and Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico, to make this guitar happen. I think it's pretty cool."
Craig's passion for this instrument is palpablehe designed it from the ground up, inspired by his love for light, punchy tonewoods like premium figured sapele and the classic appeal of herringbone trim. From the first strum, you'll feel the connection to Craig's musical legacy and the craftsmanship of Martin's dedicated team of artisans.
- Limited-Edition Martin 000-11E Craig Thatcher acoustic-electric guitar
- Figured Sapele Top, Back and Sides
- Select Hardwood Neck with PA Profile
- Ebony Fingerboard with 42 Style Snowflake Inlay
- LR… read more Baggs Element Electronics
- Soft Shell Case Included read less
This artist model features a body made of solid satin sapele back and sides and a solid figured sapele gloss top in a deep natural cherry hue, accented by fine herringbone trim and antique white binding. With only 35 examples available, this 000-11E is as unique as it is versatile, with satin tuners, snowflake inlays, and a natural, undyed ebony fingerboard and bridge.
"Craig and I have traveled the world together, telling the Martin story. I talk and he plays," says Chris Martin IV. "Craig worked closely with Martin's team in Nazareth and Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico, to make this guitar happen. I think it's pretty cool."
Craig's passion for this instrument is palpablehe designed it from the ground up, inspired by his love for light, punchy tonewoods like premium figured sapele and the classic appeal of herringbone trim. From the first strum, you'll feel the connection to Craig's musical legacy and the craftsmanship of Martin's dedicated team of artisans.
Features:
- Limited-Edition Martin 000-11E Craig Thatcher acoustic-electric guitar
- Figured Sapele Top, Back and Sides
- Select Hardwood Neck with PA Profile
- Ebony Fingerboard with 42 Style Snowflake Inlay
- LR… read more Baggs Element Electronics
- Soft Shell Case Included read less
Specs
- Body Size: 000-14 Fret
- Top Material: Figured Sapele
- Bracing Pattern: X Brace
- Brace Shape: Scalloped
- Back Material: Figured Sapele
- Side Material: Figured Sapele
- Neck Material: Select Hardwood
- Neck Shape: PA Profile
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Scale Length: 24.9"
- Number of Frets: Total 20
- Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
- Fingerboard Inlay Style: 42 Style Snowflake
- Back and Side Finish: Satin
- Top Finish: Gloss
- Top Color: Cherry
- Finish Neck: Satin
- Bridge Material: Ebony
- Saddle: White Tusq
- Tuning Machines: Satin Chrome Enclosed Gear
- Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
- Case: Soft Shell
- Electronics: LR Baggs Element
- Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0- Light (MA540T)
- Top Material: Figured Sapele
- Bracing Pattern: X Brace
- Brace Shape: Scalloped
- Back Material: Figured Sapele
- Side Material: Figured Sapele
- Neck Material: Select Hardwood
- Neck Shape: PA Profile
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Scale Length: 24.9"
- Number of Frets: Total 20
- Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
- Fingerboard Inlay Style: 42 Style Snowflake
- Back and Side Finish: Satin
- Top Finish: Gloss
- Top Color: Cherry
- Finish Neck: Satin
- Bridge Material: Ebony
- Saddle: White Tusq
- Tuning Machines: Satin Chrome Enclosed Gear
- Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
- Case: Soft Shell
- Electronics: LR Baggs Element
- Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0- Light (MA540T)
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