Full Description

Sounds better with age

A solid top ensures your guitar will sound better with age. The more you play, the more the tone opens up and grows over time. A solid sitka spruce top delivers a broad dynamic range, with a clear, strong, and versatile response. This means you can play a wide variety of genres and techniques with ease. A truly dynamic sound.

Furthermore, with solid sapele back and sides, this guitar really does deliver a distinctive sonic-footprint. Solid sapele has emphasis in the mid-range with airy, bright trebles, a powerful punch. It has a well-balanced tone that is consistent and full. The stunning blend of timber gives the Martin Dreadnought Jr a sweeping dynamic sound that's perfect for almost any genre or playing style. Versatility is truly at your fingertips.

Comfortable with a big sonic impact

Compact, slimmed down, and easy-to-play. This Martin Acoustic Jr brings comfort without losing that bold, distinctive character of bigger bodied guitars. It has the shape of a traditional dreadnought, with a slightly shorter scale and slimmed down body. This is truly perfect for players that struggle with the bulk of a traditional dreadnought. The Dreadnought Jr also has softened edges, ensuring your playing experience is superbly comfortable. Furthermore, the Martin Jr delivers a balanced, rich, versatile character. Experience a big, rich sound of a traditional dreadnought with the comfort and playability of a 000 body.

Take to the stage

Are you a passionate performer? Well, Fishman electronics and an authentic sunburst finish make this guitar an ideal companion for your next show or recording session. In addition, this responsive Fishman Sonitone picks-up your natural acoustic tone beautifully. And, with Fishman's knowledge in live frequencies and acoustic performance, you can be sure your next show is everything you crave it to be. Furthermore, controls for tone and volume can be sound subtly placed within the soundhole. With this, you can easily tweak your tone, and find your preferred sound for live performance.

Specifications

Body & Bridge

• Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce
• Body Material: Solid Sapele
• Body Type: D Junior-14 Fret (000 Depth)
• Bridge Material: FSCA Certified Richlite
• Bridge Pin Material: White Plastic
• Bridge Pin Dots: Black Plastic
• Bridge Style: Junior Style Belly
• Bridge String Spacing: 2, 5/32''
• Binding: Black
• Saddle: Compensated White Tusq
• Saddle Radius: 16 ''
• Bracing Pattern: X Brace
• Brace Shape: Scalloped
• Brace Material: Sitka Spruce
• Brace Size: 1/4 ''
• Rosette: MOP Pattern w/ Multi-Stripe
• Top Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
• Top Material Finish: Satin
• Top Material Colour: Sunburst 1
• Back/Sides Material Finish: Satin
• Back/Sides Material Colour: Cherry

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Material: Select Hardwood
• Neck Construction: Mortise and Tenon Neck Joint
• Neck Shape: Dreadnought Junior
• Neck Taper: High Performance
• Neck Finish: Hand Rubbed
• Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
• Number of Frets: 20
• Fingerboard Material: FSCA Certified Richlite
• Fingerboard Inlay Material: MOP Pattern
• Fingerboard Inlay Style: MOP Pattern Dots- 28 Style Pattern
• Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1, 3/4 ''
• Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2, 1/8 ''
• Plek: Yes
• Nut Material: White Corian
• Headstock Shape: Solid w/ Dreadnought Junior Taper
• Headplate Material: HPL
• Headplate Logo Style: Script Ink
• Scale Length: 24 ''

Hardware & Electronics

• Hardware Colour: Chrome
• Tuning Machines: Enclosed Gear
• Recommended Strings: RETRO LIGHT (MM12)
• Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
• Tuning Knobs: Small
• Label: Paper Label
• Electronics: Fishman Sonitone
• Controls: Volume/Tone
• Included Accessories: Soft Gig Bag