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NAMM 2012 PRESS RELEASE: C F Martin & Co (www.martinguitar.com) is bringing exciting new instruments to the 2012 Winter NAMM Show in Anaheim, California,19-22 January . The iconic acoustic guitar maker will unveil 15 innovative guitars and ukuleles that will enhance the brand's already premiere line of instruments.

Attendees visiting the Martin Guitar booth (Booth 5454 Hall B) will be able to have the chance to preview the new releases that include: an expansion of the highly successful Performing Artist Series instruments, Custom Series, Road series, refinement of the D-18 model, and several new ukulele models, spinning on the heels of the successful run of ukulele models revealed last year.

DRS2

The latest of Martin's hard-working, great sounding solid wood Road Series guitars, the new DRS2 delivers a unique blend of durability and concert-quality sound and projection. Constructed with solid Sapele back and sides and Sitka spruce top, the DRS2 is a serious working musician's guitar built with an extra rigid Stratabond neck to withstand the rigors of touring. A Fishman Sonitone sound reinforcement system completes this very road – and stage – worthy Martin. Includes a hardshell case.
(MSRP: $1099)

DCPA5 and the GPCPA5

Introducing our most affordable Performing Artist models. Available in both a Dreadnought and Grand Performance cutaway, both models include solid Sitka spruce top, koa patterned high pressure laminate (HPL) back and sides, High Performance Neck and Fishman F1 Analog electronics. Case available. (MSRP $1099)

DCPA4 SIRIS and GPCPA4 SIRIS

With these two new Performing Artists guitars, Martin introduces an exciting new tonewood called Siris, adding even more tonal color and variety to the PA series. The DCPA4 Siris and the GPCPA4 Siris are 14-fret cutaway guitars, and have fast, comfortable Performing Artist profile necks, Hybrid 'X' scalloped top bracing, black Richlite fingerboards and bridges and Fishman F1 Analog onboard electronics. Case included.
(MSRP: $1849)

GPCPA4 Sapele

Martin Guitar has been a leader in sourcing alternative wood species for over two decades and the company's continued commitment to responsible guitar building will be on display at this year's show. The GPCPA4 Sapele features FSC Certified Recycled Sitka Spruce reclaimed from dismantled Canadian bridges and is finished with a polished gloss top. Includes Fishman F1 Analog electronics and a hardshell case.
(MSRP: $1799)

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