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Musikmesse 2014: Four new Martin models announced

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By Rob Power published 11 March 2014

Acoustic goodness out in force at Frankfurt

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Musikmesse 2014: Four new Martin models announced

Musikmesse 2014: Four new Martin models announced

MUSIKMESSE 2014: Martin has rolled out for new acoustics to be showcased at Frankfurt.

The new models include the 000-18, OM-28, DC-Aura GT and GPC-Aura GT.

Click through our gallery for full details of the new announcements.

For more information visit the official Martin website.

Maertin 000-18 press release

The 000-18, which has a beautiful aging toned top in Sitka spruce with ¼” scalloped “X” bracing, is married with mahogany back and sides.

The body is edged with tortoise color binding and complemented with a polished finish. The 24.9” short scale model’s neck features a modified low oval profile with Performing Artist taper, with a width of 1-3/4” at the nut and 2-3/16” string spacing for easy playability.

Nickel open-geared tuners with butterbean knobs are found with a rosewood headplate, which displays a large old style Martin logo. SSP £1799

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Martin OM-28

Martin OM-28

Martin OM-28 press release

The OM-28 is constructed with all the features of the OM-28E Retro without the electronics package. Aging toner and a polished gloss finish are applied to the Sitka spruce top which features ¼” “X” scalloped bracing.

The polished gloss East Indian rosewood body is edged with ivoroid binding. Like the 000-18, the model’s neck features a modified low oval profile with performing artist taper with a width of 1-3/4” at the nut and 2-3/16” string spacing for easy playability. The 25.4” long scale produces powerful notes which are great for a variety of playing styles.

Nickel open-geared tuners with butterbean knobs are found with a rosewood headplate, which displays a large old style Martin logo.

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Martin DC-Aura GT

Martin DC-Aura GT

Martin DC-Aura GT and GPC-Aura GT press release

The new Dreadnought and Grand Performance are special models consisting of East Indian rosewood bodies with a satin finish and a polished gloss Sitka spruce top featuring a two ring pearl rosette.

Added features for both models include certified African blackwood bridges and fingerboards with hexagon pearl inlays.

The chrome ratio tuners with skeleton knobs allow each string to have its own gear ratio, making tuning easier. The skeleton button adds a jewel like appearance and lessens the weight of the tuners. Both models come equipped with Fishman F1 Aura Plus electronics and a hard shell case. SSP £1999

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Martin GPC-Aura GT

Martin GPC-Aura GT

Martin DC-Aura GT and GPC-Aura GT press release

The new Dreadnought and Grand Performance are special models consisting of East Indian rosewood bodies with a satin finish and a polished gloss Sitka spruce top featuring a two ring pearl rosette.

Added features for both models include certified African blackwood bridges and fingerboards with hexagon pearl inlays.

The chrome ratio tuners with skeleton knobs allow each string to have its own gear ratio, making tuning easier. The skeleton button adds a jewel like appearance and lessens the weight of the tuners. Both models come equipped with Fishman F1 Aura Plus electronics and a hard shell case. SSP £1999

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