Essential Information About the Martin CS-0012-C21049871 Guitar
- Compact Grand Concert "00" format: maximum comfort, controlled projection, and remarkable precision in fingerstyle.
- Exceptional tonewoods: premium flamed Koa top, back, and sides for spectacular aesthetics and a rich, balanced tone.
- Sitka spruce X-bracing: quick response, natural sustain, and great structural stability.
- High-end finishes and hardware: herringbone purfling, Style 45 Boltaron rosette, gold Grover Sta-Tite tuners, "Torch" logo.
A Custom Shop Heritage in "00" Format
Originating from the Martin Custom Shop, the CS-0012-C21049871 revisits the spirit of historic small-bodied guitars while elevating the level of refinement. The Grand Concert "00" format emphasizes subtlety of nuances and clarity of attack, ideal for studio use and intimate stage settings. The choice of premium flamed Koa enhances the instrument both visually and musically, while every detail of the ornamentation reflects the traditional craftsmanship of Nazareth.
Who Is This Guitar For?
Designed for demanding, advanced, or professional guitarists, it excels in fingerstyle, modern folk, acoustic blues, and pop arrangements. Its short 24.9" / 633 mm scale length reduces string tension, facilitates polyphonic techniques, string bends, and alternate tunings, while remaining very comfortable for long playing sessions.
Sound
The premium flamed Koa delivers a singing midrange, crystalline highs, and warmth that blossoms over time. The "00" format focuses projection for an intimate presence and precise articulation: perfect for fingerpicking, Travis picking, or subtle accompaniments. The Sitka spruce X-bracing provides responsiveness, sustain, and a balanced low/mid/high register, while the short scale length enhances dynamic response to light attack. The result: an expressive, detailed, and incredibly musical instrument.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
- Phosphor bronze acoustic string sets, gauges 12-54 for a balance of power and comfort, or 11-52 for a softer feel.
- Acoustic guitar capo (16" radius fretboard) to maintain intonation and comfort across the neck.
- Leather strap with secure strap locks to protect the instrument during performances.
- Case/rosette humidifier and hygrometer to stabilize the Koa and preserve the tonewood.
- Microfiber cloth and specific ebony fretboard care products.
Technical Specifications
Body
- Type: Grand Concert "00"
- Style: 000-28 Style
- Top: Premium flamed Koa
- Back and sides: Premium flamed Koa
- Back purfling: Fine herringbone
- Rosette: Style 45 Boltaron
- Top color: Natural (Clear)
- Finish: Glossy body, satin neck, polished headstock
- Bracing: Sitka spruce, X pattern
Neck
- Material: Solid mahogany (12/4 Genuine Mahogany)
- Profile: Low Profile
- Scale length: 24.9" / 633 mm
- Fretboard: Black ebony
- Inlays: Diamond and Squares Short
- Fretboard radius: 16" / 406 mm
- Nut width: 1 3/4" / 44 mm
- Width at 12th fret: 2 1/8" / 54 mm
Miscellaneous
- Bridge: Modern straight line
- Tuners: Grover Gold Sta-Tite side-mounted
- Logo: "Torch" on the headstock
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