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New from NAMM 2016 - Martin 17 Series Guitars in Black Smoke Finish

New from NAMM 2016 - Martin 17 Series Guitars in Black Smoke Finish

Martin
Description
The 17 Series 000-17 Auditorium acoustic guitar boasts a rich, warm sunburst or sharp black finish that will delight any player with its aesthetic beauty. Skillfully crafted from a solid spruce top and mahogany back and sides with grained ivoroid binding, a modified low oval neck with a Performing Artist taper, and a Guatemalan rosewood fingerboard and bridge, this guitar produces beautiful dynamic tones that will please the most discerning musician.

Includes case.

Note: Due to supply chain issues from COVID-19, Martin cannot guarantee a faux tortoise pickguard. During this time, the guitar you receive may have a black pickguard. We apologize for this inconvenience and as soon as the supply chain issue is resolved, the faux tortoise pickguard will be standard again.
Martin 17 Series 000-17 Auditorium Acoustic Guitar Black Smoke
Martin 17 Series 000-17 Auditorium Acoustic Guitar Black Smoke
Martin 17 Series 000-17 Auditorium Acoustic Guitar Black Smoke
Features
Body
  • Body type: Auditorium/OOO
  • Cutaway: Non-cutaway
  • Top wood: Spruce
  • Back & sides: Mahogany 
  • Bracing pattern: Scalloped X
  • Body finish: Satin
  • Orientation: Right handed
Neck
  • Neck shape: Modified Low Oval/High Performance Taper
  • Nut width: 1.75" (44.45 mm)
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Neck wood: Select Hardwood
  • Scale length: 24.9"
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Neck finish: Satin
Electronics
  • Pickup/preamp: No
Other
  • Headstock overlay: Ebony
  • Tuning machines: Golden Age Relic Nickel with cream knobs
  • Bridge: Ebony
  • Saddle & nut: Compensated Bone/Bone
  • Number of strings: 6-string
  • Special features: Limited edition
  • Case: Hardshell case
  • Accessories: None
  • Country of origin: United States
Reviews

4.5

10 Reviews

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Different but wonderful sound
Different but wonderful sound
Different but wonderful sound
Different but wonderful sound
Great guitar!

Most Liked Positive Review

4

Great guitar, terrible set up

This is a spit review-once the guitar was properly set up, it became everything Martin says it is. I love playing it, the sound is magnificent, and it responds equally well to standard and open tunings. The problem came with the initial delivery of the guitar-the action was horrifyingly high-it measured a full quarter inch high on the bottom E string at the 12th fret. It was virtually unplayable, so on top of the cost of the guitar, I had to shell out another fifty to make it playable. I have a great set up guy at my local GC, but he shouldn't have had to have done this. So Martin, hear this: great guitar, lousy set up. Plecked? I think not.

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Most Liked Negative Review

1

i bought the 00 17 would be leary to buy again

nothing great

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Recording7
  2. Practicing6
  3. Small Venues6
  4. Jamming4
  5. Fingerpicking2
Cons
  1. Poor Quality1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced6
  2. Professional Musician4
Pros
  1. Good Audio8
  2. Good Feel8
  3. Fun To Play7
  4. Consistent6
  5. Stays In Tune6

Reviewed by 10 customers

  • Love it!!

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byKT

    fromCT

    Awesome fingerpicking guitar, great sound, comfortable to play, I'm totally enamored with it. For anyone looking for a good fingerpicking or blues guitar, I highly recommend.

  • Different but wonderful sound

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byPaul

    fromSan Antonio, TX

    I have a martin dreadnought and gpc. Got this one to play more blues stuff but something odd happened, I found this guitar sounds perfect for Willie Nelson songs! I love the fit and feel of this guitar. Not for everyone but a wonderful guitar if this is the sound you are going for.

  • Awesome light and responsive

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byChuck

    fromGrand Junction CO

    I own a number of Martin guitars from OO to D size in a variety of tone woods and tops. I was looking for a guitar that I could travel with yet not loose the playability and tone that my more expensive models have. This guitar has the 1 3/4 nut width that I like and mahogany back with spruce top. It is super responsive and has nice sustain. I'm very happy with this guitar.

  • Beautiful sounding guitar

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byRandy

    fromTampa fl

    This thing just sings action adjusted excellent guitar I can't put it down

  • Great guitar!

    5

    submitted4 years ago

    byThomas M

    fromChicago

    I have the privilege of owning many fine guitars. The Martin 000-17 is one of the guitars that I pick up most often. Is reminds me of my 000-18. But, it has a more fundamental sound. This fundamental sound is absolutely great for fingerstye playing. I also have really grown to like the satin finish. It is just so comfortable and inviting.

  • Raw acoustic sound

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byJesus is King!!!

    fromUp North

    This is definitely not my D18 but the vintage vibe and raw sound is amazing. Set up came a little high but a little work on the saddle and it plays excellent. For me, its a great road trip guitar with some nice volume for the campfire. Looks way better in person and fits my needs. Try it!!!

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  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byAurain

    fromWiconisco PA

    Does it come with a hard case?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    "Case: Hardshell case"

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked bywhite water

    frombaltimore

    did they get the glue problem fixed where the binding falls off did they have any problems with glue on braces had 1 had to send it back got a000 15 also the action was a quarter inch from the 12 fret had a very high saddle how much diference is the sound between the hog and spruce thinking about tradin up

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Please give us a call to better help you out – 877-687-5403

  • submitted5 years ago

    asked byDennis

    fromDumont, nj

    Can the guitar be shipped to my local guitar center instead of my home?

    Open Reply - Kenneth
    Yes it can

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byNicko

    fromPortland, OR

    When do you expect to get the Martin 00017 back in stock? Also, are you going to carry the 00l/17 in sunburst again?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar should be available in 2 to 3 weeks. We won't be carrying the 00l/17 in Sunburst again.