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.
| Features + Technical Specs | |
|---|---|
| MODEL | 00CXAEBLACK |
| CONSTRUCTION: | Mortise/Tenon Neck Joint |
| BODY SIZE: | 00-14 Fret CUTAWAY |
| TOP: | Jett Black HPL Textured Finish |
| ROSETTE: | Gold & Black Style Herringbone |
| TOP BRACING PATTERN: | 00X (A- frame) |
| TOP BRACES: | 00X Style |
| BACK MATERIAL: | Jett Black HPL, Texture Finish |
| BACK PURFLING: | none |
| SIDE MATERIAL: | Jett Black HPL Textured Finish |
| ENDPIECE: | none |
| ENDPIECE INLAY: | none |
| BINDING: | none |
| TOP INLAY STYLE: | none |
| SIDE INLAY: | none |
| BACK INLAY: | none |
| NECK MATERIAL: | Natural Stratabond |
| NECK SHAPE: | Modified Low Oval |
| NUT MATERIAL: | Black Corian |
| HEADSTOCK: | Solid/6 String No Diamond/Standard Taper |
| HEADPLATE: | Jett Black HPL Textured Finish /Raised Gold Foil Logo |
| HEELCAP: | none |
| FINGERBOARD MATERIAL: | Black Micarta |
| SCALE LENGTH: | 25.4″ |
| # OF FRETS CLEAR: | 14 |
| # OF FRETS TOTAL: | 20 |
| FINGERBOARD WIDTH AT NUT: | 1 11/16” |
| FINGERBOARD WIDTH AT 12TH FRET: | 2 1/8” |
| FINGERBOARD POSITION INLAYS: | none |
| FINGERBOARD BINDING: | none |
| FINISH BACK & SIDES: | none |
| FINISH TOP: | none |
| FINISH NECK: | none |
| BRIDGE MATERIAL: | Black Micarta |
| BRIDGE STYLE: | 1 Style Belly |
| BRIDGE STRING SPACING: | 2 1/8” |
| SADDLE: | Compensated Black Tusq |
| TUNING MACHINES: | Chrome w/ Small Knobs |
| RECOMMENDED STRINGS: | Martin MSP 4100 Light Phosphor Bronze |
| BRIDGE & END PINS: | Black w/ White Dots |
| PICKGUARD: | none |
| CASE: | none |
| INTERIOR LABEL: | Black Foil Label w/ Gold Lettering |
| ELECTRONICS: | Fishman Classic 4 Sonicore |
| OTHER OPTIONS: | >Available left-handed at no additional charge |
