Martin 00CXAE

Martin 00CXAE Acoustic-Electric Guitar Review :: Martin Guitar Reviews

the electronics allow you a good variety of tone options with a phase switch and the notch nob along with 4 EQ switches.

With 14 frets in the clear and a thin-line, cutaway body to give you access to the higher six, this guitar combines Martin’s killer acoustic sound with electric guitar versatility. The onboard Classic 4 preamp and Sonicore pickup provide full, warm acoustic tone with minimal feedback while the jet-black finish sizzles in the limelight. Made from synthetic materials, HPL, it is not an all wood guitar. There are 14 frets in the clear and its a cutaway with addition 5-6 frets easily accessible.

Sound of Martin 00CXAE Guitar

• doesn’t have a tinny electrified tone when you plug it in, just as warm and natural as the sound coming out of the soundhole;
• round tones;
• sounds great acoustic, amped and through the house mixer;
• very progressive sound, or a nice full acoustic sound;
• acousticlly it’s obviously not as full but plug it in and you get that distinctive Martin round tone;
• it has a natural bluesy tone;
• its tone is truly unique, but overwhelmingly warm.

Pros of Martin 00CXAE Acoustic Electric Guitar

• the price is right, the sound is amazing, it has great stage presence;
• sounds great acoustic, amped and through the house mixer;
• comfortable to play; the thin body makes it so easy to reach over and play;
• the electronics allow you a good variety of tone options with a phase switch and the notch nob along with 4 EQ switches;
• the quality is very high, just what you would expect from Martin;
• holds tune very well;
• neck is a little thinner than a typical acoustic (it’s more like an electric), which makes it easier to play;
• good durability, built like a truck.

Cons of Martin 00CXAE Guitar

• doesn’t have a very full acoustic sound;
• lacks high end in the sound.

Suggestions for this Martin Guitar

• might want to have the action set-up;
• if you want to play something with a bit more punch, you have to plug it in.

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