The Story
The Martin 000C12-16E Nylon offers players a quality nylon string option from Martin’s iconic lineup of instruments. Handcrafted in the Nazareth factory as part of the 16 Series, this guitar boasts a satin spruce top paired with satin mahogany back and sides. Its Auditorium (000) 12-fret body size delivers a balanced tone across all six strings, enhanced by the inclusion of a cutaway for effortless access to higher frets.
Equipped with Martin E1 electronics, this guitar lets you sculpt your sound with onboard controls for volume, tone, and phase, while the built-in chromatic tuner ensures accurate tuning without the need for plugging in.
Martin’s 000C12-16E Nylon is ideal for any classical guitarist looking to take their classical guitar playing to the next level. It comes with a soft case for protection and easy transportability.
Specifications Overview
BODY SIZE: 000-12 Fret Cutaway
FINISH TOP: Gloss
CONSTRUCTION: Simple Dovetail Neck Joint
BACK & SIDE FINISH: Satin
BRACING PATTERN: Unique (A-Frame) X-Brace System
SCALE LENGTH: 26.44"
BRACE SHAPE: Non-Scalloped
FINGERBOARD WIDTH AT NUT: 1 7/8''
TOP MATERIAL: Sitka Spruce
NECK SHAPE: Low Profile
BACK MATERIAL: Mahogany
NECK TAPER: Standard Taper
SIDE MATERIAL: Mahogany
ELECTRONICS: Martin E1
RECOMMENDED STRINGS: Classical Premium Hard Tension/Tie End M165
Top
TOP COLOR: Clear
BRIDGE STYLE: Classical - Drop in Saddle
BINDING: Brown Tortoise Pattern
BRIDGE STRING SPACING: 2 5/16''
TOP INLAY MATERIAL: Multi-Stripe
BRIDGE MATERIAL: Ebony
SADDLE: White Tusq
ROSETTE: Bold Herringbone with Multi-Stripe
SADDLE RADIUS: 18"
Body
BRACE MATERIAL: Sitka Spruce
BACK & SIDES COLOR: Dark Mahogany
BRACE SIZE: 1/4"
BACK DETAIL: None
BACK PURFLING/STRIP: None
BACK INLAY MATERIAL: Multi-Stripe
HEELCAP: East Indian Rosewood
Neck
NECK MATERIAL: Select Hardwood
FINGERBOARD MATERIAL: Ebony
FINISH NECK: Satin
FINGERBOARD WIDTH AT 12TH FRET: 2 5/16''
NECK COLOR: Dark Mahogany
NUMBER OF FRETS TOTAL: 20
NECK JOINS BODY AT: 12th Fret
SIDE DOTS: White
Headstock
HEADSTOCK SHAPE: Slotted with Round Slots and Square Taper
TUNING MACHINES: Gold Side Mount
HEADPLATE MATERIAL: East Indian Rosewood
KNOB: Red Swirl
HEADPLATE LOGO STYLE: Script Old Style Overlay
NUT MATERIAL: Bone
Misc
CASE: Soft-Shell
LEFT HANDED AVAILABILITY: Yes
PLEKED: Yes
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Details & Craftsmanship
Every detail has been carefully considered to bring you the perfect product.
Description
The Martin 000C12-16E Nylon offers players a quality nylon string option from Martin’s iconic lineup of instruments. Handcrafted in the Nazareth factory as part of the 16 Series, this guitar boasts a satin spruce top paired with satin mahogany back and sides. Its Auditorium (000) 12-fret body size delivers a balanced tone across all six strings, enhanced by the inclusion of a cutaway for effortless access to higher frets.
Equipped with Martin E1 electronics, this guitar lets you sculpt your sound with onboard controls for volume, tone, and phase, while the built-in chromatic tuner ensures accurate tuning without the need for plugging in.
Martin’s 000C12-16E Nylon is ideal for any classical guitarist looking to take their classical guitar playing to the next level. It comes with a soft case for protection and easy transportability.
Specifications Overview
BODY SIZE: 000-12 Fret Cutaway
FINISH TOP: Gloss
CONSTRUCTION: Simple Dovetail Neck Joint
BACK & SIDE FINISH: Satin
BRACING PATTERN: Unique (A-Frame) X-Brace System
SCALE LENGTH: 26.44"
BRACE SHAPE: Non-Scalloped
FINGERBOARD WIDTH AT NUT: 1 7/8''
TOP MATERIAL: Sitka Spruce
NECK SHAPE: Low Profile
BACK MATERIAL: Mahogany
NECK TAPER: Standard Taper
SIDE MATERIAL: Mahogany
ELECTRONICS: Martin E1
RECOMMENDED STRINGS: Classical Premium Hard Tension/Tie End M165
Top
TOP COLOR: Clear
BRIDGE STYLE: Classical - Drop in Saddle
BINDING: Brown Tortoise Pattern
BRIDGE STRING SPACING: 2 5/16''
TOP INLAY MATERIAL: Multi-Stripe
BRIDGE MATERIAL: Ebony
SADDLE: White Tusq
ROSETTE: Bold Herringbone with Multi-Stripe
SADDLE RADIUS: 18"
Body
BRACE MATERIAL: Sitka Spruce
BACK & SIDES COLOR: Dark Mahogany
BRACE SIZE: 1/4"
BACK DETAIL: None
BACK PURFLING/STRIP: None
BACK INLAY MATERIAL: Multi-Stripe
HEELCAP: East Indian Rosewood
Neck
NECK MATERIAL: Select Hardwood
FINGERBOARD MATERIAL: Ebony
FINISH NECK: Satin
FINGERBOARD WIDTH AT 12TH FRET: 2 5/16''
NECK COLOR: Dark Mahogany
NUMBER OF FRETS TOTAL: 20
NECK JOINS BODY AT: 12th Fret
SIDE DOTS: White
Headstock
HEADSTOCK SHAPE: Slotted with Round Slots and Square Taper
TUNING MACHINES: Gold Side Mount
HEADPLATE MATERIAL: East Indian Rosewood
KNOB: Red Swirl
HEADPLATE LOGO STYLE: Script Old Style Overlay
NUT MATERIAL: Bone
Misc
CASE: Soft-Shell
LEFT HANDED AVAILABILITY: Yes
PLEKED: Yes
