Martin OMCPA4 Performing Artist Series Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Case)

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Martin OMCPA4 Performing Artist Series Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Case), Main
Martin OMCPA4 Performing Artist Series Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Case), Main
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Complete with Fishman electronics, this versatile Martin acoustic-electric guitar is perfect for solo performance, on stage with a band, and in the studio.

What's special about this item?

Feature: What it does:
Hybrid scalloped X bracing More projection and tonal clarity; lighter weight
Solid Sitka spruce top Projects rich, crisp and responsive tone
Solid sapele back and sides Rich, warm, and focused midrange; added sustain
Fishman Matrix VT Enhance NT1 Clear tone with discrete, intuitive controls

Set at a price within reach of many working musicians, and still built with the quality components and workmanship those musicians depend on, the Martin OMCPA4 is made entirely for today's player. It combines time-honored tonewoods with more recently developed alternative materials, for a unique sound and feel.

Premium Woods and Unmistakable Martin Quality

Martin chose to incorporate a well-loved tonewood combination for the OMCPA4. The model combines a solid Sitka spruce top for tight response, with sapele back and sides to add depth and warmth to the sound. Under the surface, the top is reinforced with a hybrid "X" scalloped bracing pattern, which allows for more surface movement and pronounced low end. The 000-14 fret cutaway body shape is slightly compact compared to full-size dreadnoughts, and is popular among strummers.

Player- and Earth-Friendly Materials

As part of the Performing Artist Series, the OMCPA4 is designed with playability first in mind, and this focus shows through along the guitar's neck. Made of select hardwood, the 20-fret neck is carved in a unique Performing Artist profile -- it's thin for a fast experience, but robust enough to fit comfortably in most palms. The neck is capped with a black Richlite fretboard. Richlite is a synthetic material made from recycled paper and phenolic resin -- an alternative worth trying for environmentally conscious players looking for a fast fretboard.

Analog Electronics Faithful to Acoustic Sound

The… read more Martin OMCPA4 comes equipped with a Fishman F1 Analog electronics system. The system incorporates a tuner, volume, and tone control knobs that are discreetly mounted to the guitar's side, making for an unobtrusive, easy experience when dialing in your perfect tone.

Features:

- 000-14 fret cutaway body shape
- Solid Sitka spruce top
- Sapele back and sides
- Select hardwood 20-fret neck in Performing Artist profile
- Black Richlite fretboard
- Fishman F1 Analog electronics system
- Volume control, tone, control, onboard tuner
- Two ring rosette
- Hybrid "X" scalloped bracing pattern
- White Bolatron binding
- Solid East Indian rosewood headcap and heelplate
- Black Richlite bridge
- Compensated saddle
- Case included

Experience Martin's OMCPA4 -- a dreadnought built for the modern player. read less

Model: OMCPA4
Construction: Mortise/Tenon Neck Joint
Body Size: 000-14 Fret Cutaway
Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
Rosette: Two Ring
Top Bracing Pattern: Hybrid "X" Scalloped
Top Braces: Solid Sitka Spruce 5/16 in.
Back Material: Solid Sapele
Back Purfling: none
Side Material: Solid Sapele
Endpiece: none
Endpiece Inlay: none
Binding: Black Boltaron
Top Inlay Style: none
Side Inlay: none
Back Inlay: none
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Shape: Performing Artist Profile
Nut Material: White Corian
Headstock: Solid/Square Taper
Headplate: Solid East Indian Rosewood
Heelcap: Solid East Indian Rosewood
Fingerboard Material: Black Richlite
Scale Length: 25.4 in.
# Of Frets Clear: 14
# Of Frets Total: 20
Fingerboard Width At Nut: 1-3/4 in.
Fingerboard Width At 12th Fret: 2-1/8 in.
Fingerboard Position Inlays: Offset Dots - White ABS
Fingerboard Binding: none
Finish Back & Sides: Satin
Finish Top: Polished Gloss
Finish Neck: Satin
Bridge Material: Black Richlite
Bridge Style: Performing Artist Belly
Bridge String Spacing: 2-3/16 in.
Saddle: 16 in. Radius/Compensated/White Tusq
Tuning Machines: Chrome Enclosed with Large Buttons
Recommended Strings: Martin SP Lifespan Phosphor Bronze Light Gauge (MSP7100)
Bridge & End Pins: White with Black Dots
Pickguard: Delmar Tortoise Color
Case: 330PA Hardshell
Interior Label: none
Electronics: Fishman Matrix VT Enhance NT1

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 610-759-2837

Martin OMCPA4 Performing Artist Acoustic

Play the Martin OMCPA4 Performing Artist Series acoustic-electric and you'll experience the unique combination of legendary Martin tone and revolutionary onboard intelligence. Martin craftsmanship and premium quality materials are evident in every detail. Striking aesthetics, player comfort and versatility combined for solo, stage or studio performance.

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (13 ratings)
Submitted April 18, 2012 by Jesus R in Miami, FL

"It cannot get any better"

Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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If I were in the proverbial burning house, and I could only take one instrument, this perfect OM woud be the one.

Sound
This is a sound-machine, whether plugged or not. The scalloped hybrid system that Martin devised (and patented) make it much more delicious than just about any acoustic you're ever likely to try. The Fishman Analog does the most important thing acoustic electronics can do: it stays out of your way.

Features
The spruce has the polished and perfect look that we've come to expect. The sapele is satin, and quite lovely. Even the finish makes this guitar feel like your favorite pair of jeans. When comparing it to Martins that cost twice the price (because of the electronics), you have to ask yourself whether you want a perfect acoustic or whether you want Garageband inside your guitar.

Ease of Use
This is the lightest, loudest (for its size and even compared with its bigger, non-OM brethren, the DCP4A), best-made, and most comfortable instrument in its class. No guitar is a Swiss-Army knife, but this instrument almost makes you want to remain perfectly monogamous.

Quality
USA, folks. Out of the box, you can tell that someone took pride in making this little gem absolutely perfect.

Value
Everytime you play this beauty, you feel like you've saved two-thousand dollars. There are few guitars with this kind of value… read more (Gibson 50s tribute Les Paul, the new Epiphone Masterbilt 500 [after an action adjustment]). Very few guitars come close in value.

Manufacturer Support
I've dealt with Martin for other priceless gems (not for this one). Martin is an A+ company.

The Wow Factor
It's beautiful; it's lightweight; it's elegant. That said, it is quite unadorned, but I personally appreciate that look.

Musical Background:
Humble

Musical Style:
Alternative, folk read less
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