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Martin Eric Clapton Signature 30th Anniversary 000-EC Limited-Edition Auditorium Acoustic Guitar Natural

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Overview

A limited-edition acoustic honoring Clapton's iconic tone.

The Martin Eric Clapton Signature 30th Anniversary 000-EC limited-edition auditorium acoustic guitar celebrates three decades of collaboration between Martin and one of the world's most iconic guitarists. Featuring a solid spruce top paired with East Indian rosewood back and sides, this auditorium body delivers a resonant, balanced tone with exceptional clarity. Scalloped X-bracing enhances the top's responsiveness, ensuring rich dynamics and tonal depth whether fingerpicking or strumming. Vintage-inspired touches like fine herringbone trim, antique white binding, and a faux tortoise pickguard reflect timeless craftsmanship. The shorter 24.9" scale length and narrower 1-11/16" nut width provide comfortable playability, while Clapton's Choice phosphor bronze strings ensure warmth and balance from the first strum. With a numbered paper label featuring Clapton's pre-printed signature, this guitar is both a collector's piece and a performance-ready instrument.

Adirondack Spruce Top With Scalloped X-Bracing

This auditorium guitar's solid spruce top is meticulously paired with scalloped X-bracing to achieve a rich, resonant voice capable of handling delicate fingerpicking and dynamic strumming. The scalloped bracing allows the spruce top to vibrate more freely, resulting in increased tonal complexity and projection. Combined with the East Indian rosewood back and sides, this configuration produces a warm, lush sound with excellent sustain. Whether playing intricate leads or full chords, this model delivers the tonal clarity and depth Clapton fans expect from a signature Martin.

Authentic 1939 Neck Design For Comfortable Playability

The genuine mahogany neck on this signature Martin is shaped to reflect the pre-war design Clapton played during his MTV Unplugged performance. With its Authentic 1939 profile, narrower nut width, and shorter scale length, the neck feels instantly familiar and effortless in hand. The satin finish provides a smooth playing surface, while the Golden Era 42-style snowflake inlays on the ebony fingerboard offer vintage-inspired aesthetics. These design elements combine to deliver a guitar that excels in both comfort and visual appeal, ensuring long hours of enjoyable play.

Clapton's Choice Strings For Signature Tone

Strung with Clapton's Choice phosphor bronze strings, this auditorium acoustic delivers the warm, balanced tone associated with its namesake. Known for their clarity and durability, these strings complement the spruce and rosewood tonewoods beautifully, bringing out the guitar's dynamic range and rich overtones. An additional set of strings is included in the case pocket, ensuring players can maintain its signature sound during extended sessions or live performances. Whether unplugged or mic'd up, the strings contribute to a sound that resonates with precision and warmth.

Collector-Worthy Details And Premium Build Quality

This limited-edition model is a testament to Martin's dedication to craftsmanship and Clapton's legacy. The fine herringbone trim, faux tortoise pickguard, and antique white binding elevate the guitar's aesthetics, while abalone-dotted bridge pins and multi-stripe rosette add subtle elegance. A dovetail neck joint ensures long-term stability, while the compensated bone saddle and bone nut contribute to consistent intonation. The numbered paper label featuring Clapton's pre-printed signature and the included certificate of authenticity make this instrument a collector's dream. Designed to inspire, this guitar blends artistry and performance-driven features.

Crafted For Fans Of Clapton And Martin

The Martin Eric Clapton Signature 30th Anniversary 000-EC auditorium acoustic guitar is ideal for players seeking a premium instrument with historical significance. With its vintage-inspired design, exceptional tonewoods, and collectible details, it bridges the gap between artistry and functionality. Whether performing or adding to a collection, this guitar delivers the playability and tonal depth fans of Clapton and Martin demand. Secure your 000-EC today and experience the sound and feel that defined three decades of groundbreaking collaboration.

Features

  • Mahogany neck with Authentic 1939 shape ensures vintage-style comfort and playability
  • East Indian rosewood back and sides deliver rich and resonant tones
  • Scalloped X bracing enhances projection and tonal clarity
  • Solid spruce top offers exceptional articulation and dynamic response
  • Fine herringbone trim adds a touch of classic elegance
  • Clapton's Choice phosphor bronze strings provide warm and balanced sound
  • Golden Era 42-style snowflake inlays create a timeless visual appeal
  • Shorter 24.9-inch scale length makes fretting and bending easier
  • Nickel open gear tuners ensure stable and precise tuning
  • Hardshell case offers premium protection for travel and storage

Celebrate legendary tone with the Martin Eric Clapton Signature 30th Anniversary 000-EC Acoustic Guitar. Now you can own a collector's dream inspired by Clapton's iconic MTV Unplugged performance.

Specs

Eric Clapton Signature 30th Anniversary 000-EC Limited-Edition Auditorium Acoustic Guitar Specifications:

Body
  • Body size: 000-14 fret
  • Back material: East Indian rosewood
  • Top material: Spruce
  • Bracing pattern: Scalloped X brace
  • Finish: Gloss
  • Binding: Antique white
  • Rosette: Fine herringbone with multi-stripe
Neck
  • Neck material: Genuine mahogany
  • Neck shape: Authentic 1939
  • Scale length: 24.9"
  • Fingerboard material: Ebony
  • Fingerboard width at nut: 1-11/16"
  • Fingerboard inlay: Golden Era 42-style snowflake
  • Finish: Gloss
Hardware
  • Bridge material: Ebony
  • Bridge style: Modern belly drop-in saddle
  • Saddle material: Compensated bone
  • Tuning machines: Nickel open gear
  • Nut material: Bone
  • Bridge string spacing: 2-1/8"
  • Pickguard: Faux tortoise
Other
  • Strings: Clapton's Choice phosphor bronze
  • Orientation: Right handed
  • Case: Hardshell
  • Label: Paper label with pre-printed Eric Clapton signature
  • Lefty available: Yes
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