The Martin 000C12-16E Nylon offers players a quality nylon string option from Martin’s iconic lineup of acoustic instruments. Handcrafted in our Nazareth factory as part of the 16 Series, this guitar boasts a satin spruce top paired with satin mahogany back and sides, a lighter tonewood that sets the stage for a bright treble response and punchy midrange.

Designed with the classical guitarist in mind, 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. The satin low-profile neck and ebony bridge and fingerboard further enhance the instrument's tonal richness and playability.

Equipped with Martin E1 electronics, the 000C12-16E Nylon gives you control over your sound, whether you’re playing at home, on stage, or in the studio. The onboard controls for volume, tone, and phase let you sculpt your sound with precision, while the built-in chromatic tuner ensures accurate tuning without the need for plugging in.

Complete with a softshell case for added protection, the Martin 000C12-16E Nylon is ready to help you unleash your inner artist, wherever your musical journey takes you.

Specifications

Body Size: 000-12 Fret Cutaway

Top Material: Sitka Spruce

Bracing Pattern: Unique (A-Frame) X Brace System

Brace Shape: Non-Scalloped

Back Material: Mahogany

Side Material: Mahogany

Neck Material: Select Hardwood

Neck Shape: Low Oval

Fingerboard Material: Ebony

Scale Length: 26.44"

Number of Frets Total: 20

Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 7/8''

Fingerboard Inlay Style: None

Back and Side Finish: Satin

Finish Top: Satin

Top Color: Clear

Finish Neck: Satin

Bridge Materia:l Ebony

Saddle: White Tusq

Tuning Machines: Gold Side Mount

Pickguard: None

Case: Soft Shell

Electronics: Martin E1

Recommended Strings: Classical Magnifico Premium Hard Tension / Tie End M165

ConditionBrand New (New)
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Brand
Model
  • 000C12-16E Nylon
Categories
Finish Style
  • Satin
String Type
  • Steel
Right / Left Handed
  • Right Handed
Active Preamp
  • Yes
Number of Strings
  • 6-String
Series
Offset Body
  • Non-Offset Body
Wood Top Style
  • Plain
Body Shape
  • 000
Top Material
  • Spruce
Model Sub-Family
Model Family
Back Material
  • Mahogany
Pickup
  • Undersaddle Piezo Pickup
Sides Material
  • Mahogany
Fretboard Material
  • Ebony
Nut Width
  • 1.875"
Color Family
  • Natural
Number of Frets
  • 20

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