Martin
Description

The Martin 000C12-16E Nylon is a premier nylon-string acoustic-electric guitar that unleashes your creative potential. Its solid spruce top, and mahogany back and sides produce a rich, balanced tone with crisp highs, warm lows and a focused midrange. The 000C12-16E Nylon comes equipped with Fishman Matrix VT Enhance NT1 electronics, featuring an onboard tuner, volume control and EQ for crafting your perfect sound in any setting.

Premium Pickup Provides Total Tonal Control

The Fishman Matrix VT Enhance NT1 pickup gives you complete command over your amplified tone. Roll the EQ knob to add punchy mids or open up the sound, and blend in the natural resonance of the soundhole pickup. An onboard tuner ensures you're in tune before stepping on stage. Whether performing live or recording in the studio, the 000C12-16E Nylon delivers the flexibility and performance you need.

Cutaway Design Offers Full Fretboard Access

The 000C12-16E Nylon's cutaway body provides comfortable access to higher frets, allowing you to explore the full range of the 25.4" scale length ebony fretboard. Play intricate solos with ease or reach chord voicings not possible on a traditional classical guitar. The cutaway is ergonomically sculpted for a natural feel against your body during long practice or performance sessions.

Familiar Nut Width Feels Like Home

With a nut width of 1-7/8", the 000C12-16E Nylon has a slightly narrower fretboard than a traditional classical guitar. The familiar feel allows steel-string players to transition seamlessly while still providing the string spacing required for complex classical fingering techniques. Whether you're a dedicated nylon-string player or looking to add a new dimension to your playing, the 000C12-16E Nylon is an inspiring instrument.

Martin 000C12-16E Nylon Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Martin 000C12-16E Nylon Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Martin 000C12-16E Nylon Cutaway Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Features
  • Spruce gloss top and satin-finished mahogany back and sides
  • Fishman Matrix VT Enhance NT1 electronics
  • Strung with Martin Premium Classical strings
Specs
  • Body Size: 000-12 Fret Cutaway
  • Finish Top: Gloss
  • Construction: Simple Dovetail Neck Joint
  • Back and Side Finish: Satin
  • Bracing Pattern: Unique (A-Frame) X-Brace System
  • Scale Length: 26.44"
  • Brace Shape: Non-Scalloped
  • Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1-7/8''
  • Top Material: Spruce
  • Neck Shape: Low Profile
  • Back Material: Mahogany
  • Neck Taper: Standard Taper
  • Side Material: Mahogany
  • Electronics: Fishman Matrix VT Enhance NT1
Reviews

3.5

2 Reviews

50%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Filters
Best Uses
  1. recommend no buy1
  2. Jamming1
  3. Practicing1
Cons
  1. The guitar required fret work1
Describe Yourself
  1. Guitar player for over 50 years1
  2. Novice1
Pros
  1. Looks great1
  2. Fantastic Tone1
  3. Great action1
  4. Stock strings are perfect1
  • I would never buy this gutiar

    2

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byKevin

    fromWaipahu, HI 96797

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    The guitar did not play or sound nearly as you would expect from Martin. After having a basic set up done, found out at minimum that the fretboard would need work. Decided to return it.

  • Finest Nylon String Guitar

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byNathan T.

    fromLake Stevens, WA

    Just perfect! I had played several classical guitars and they all sounded pretty much the same - kind of hollow. Then I played the Martin. I could tell a tonal difference immediately. The combination of the Martin soundbox and the Magnifico strings is perfection. I was able to find a used one but even if you need to save your pennies - buy one!!

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Q&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byDave

    fromAtlanta

    What kind of battery does it require for the pickup system?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    9 V.
  • asked bydebbie

    fromNYS

    nutwidth

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    1 7/8"
  • asked byBJ

    fromJacksonville, Fl

    Is the body laminated, or solid wood?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    It's laminated. It sounds amazing.
  • asked byCristobal

    fromEl Paso, Texas

    Hello; does this guitar come with a hard shell case?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, it's a Martin 12B0011 000 Acoustic Guitar Gig Bag Gray
  • asked byAna Maria

    fromAurora, illinois

    What is the country of origin

    Open Reply - Gear-Advisor
    Made in US
  • asked byBuddy

    fromDenver City, TX 79323

    Where is the oooc12-16e made?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    US
  • asked byCeles

    fromRaleigh n.c.

    Could you be so kind to tell me all the model of martin guitars you carry

    Open Reply - Thomas
    This needs a little bit of discussion. Please give us a call 855-770-3373
  • asked byAlex

    fromBellingham. WA

    Please – I beg you to list the scale length and nut width, at least, on these guitars. No knowledgeable player is going to buy one without that information. Can you please tell me what the scale length of this guitar is? And also the nut width? Thank you!

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Scale Length: 26.44" Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 7/8'' Neck Shape: Low Profile. Neck Taper: Standard Taper. Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/16''. Saddle Radius: 18". Brace Size: 1/4". Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 5/16''
  • asked byBoone

    fromDallas Oregon

    What string spacing at the nut and bridge ???

    Open Reply - Thomas
    https://www.martinguitar.com/guitars/16-17-series/000C12-16E-Nylon.html
  • asked bySteve

    fromNJ

    Are the back and sides of the Martin000c classical guitar solid mahogany?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    No, they're not
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