Martin SC-18E  

Martin

Martin is a reputable American company which has been making guitar for almost 200 years. Throughout the years they have become one of the best when it comes to western guitars. This is because quality is their biggest priority. Consequently, Martin guitars are very popular. There are even many famous guitarists who use Martin guitars, like Muddy Waters, Bob Dylan, and David Gilmour. Furthermore, their production process is environmentally friendly. Since the ‘90s they have worked together with the FSC to prevent deforestation. They only use wood from trees that have to be cut down to keep the forest healthy. The other parts of the guitar are recycled, as well. By purchasing a Martin guitar you are thus not only investing in quality, but also the environment.

The SC

With the development of the SC guitars Martin mostly looked at the versatility and comfort of electric guitars. The body has a deep cut-out, which makes the neck a lot more easy to play and you can easily reach the highest frets. Furthermore, the neck was specifically developed to make it as ergonomic as that of an electric guitar and makes it easier to go up and down the neck. The SC guitars were also specifically designed to be the ultimate semi-acoustic guitars. The asymmetric body makes sure there will be less feedback and the sound will be fuller and more authentic while amplified. Consequently, the guitar can be used as an electric guitar and will even sound beautiful with a distortion effect. Although it was designed for amplified use, it still sounds beautiful acoustically, making it the ultimate versatile guitar. It’s thus the ideal guitar for electric guitarists who want to play an acoustic guitar, and vice versa.

Materials

The SC-18E is also made of the best materials. The top of the guitar is made of solid spruce which produces a beautifully warm sound. The guitar has solid mahogany back and sides which produces a bright and sharp sound. The combination of spruce and mahogany gives the guitar an authentic warm sound with a great volume. Furthermore, the guitar has an ebony fretboard for a comfortable experience. The guitar will be delivered with a specifically molded hardcase.