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The Martin 000-15SM acoustic guitar is an excellent choice for singer-songwriters with deep voices or anyone looking for a guitar with a warmth unlike any spruce-topped guitar out there. The secret to the 000-15SM's sonorous voice is its all-mahogany construction.With its top, back, and sides all made from genuine solid mahogany, the 000-15SM delivers an almost electric-sounding depth of tone and sustain. However, its small, 000 body shape makes this an enjoyable guitar for casual couch strumming and players of all shapes, sizes, and ages. And as an added sonic bonus, the 12-fret bridge placement gives the Martin 000-15SM impressive projection and a slinky feel.





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Nothing beats the natural warmth and sustain of mahogany





There's a good reason why singer-songwriters and many guitarists who sing swear by all-mahogany acoustic guitars such as the Martin 000-15SM. The naturally dark and mellow tone of mahogany is both extremely forgiving and it also provides a rich tonal complexity that's a favorite of players at Sweetwater.At the same time, the slightly deeper voice of the 000-15SM leaves plenty of sonic space for your voice, acting as a an excellent source of accompaniment.





Pure acoustic tone that will only get better over time





One reason that vintage Martin guitars like the 000-15SM sound so rich and captivating is that they've had years to age and mature. Solid wood guitars flex over the years and their tone "settles in" after lots of playing. Another advantage of the 000-15SM is its 12-fret neck joint. 12-fret guitars need to have a repositioned bridge to account for a relocated neck. Martin chooses to move their bridge into the center of the soundboard, which gives the 000-15SM a deep, powerful tone that you won't get from a standard 14-fret guitar. The Martin 000-15SM sounds amazing right out of the case - but give it five or ten years, and you'll be blown away by the additional harmonic richness that develops over time.





Martin Guitars: delivering professional quality since 1833





So, why does a Martin sound so good? Consider the fact that the company has been making quality instruments since 1833, and what we might consider "modern" acoustic guitars since early in the 20th century. What's more, the company's commitment to quality has never wavered, so whether you're investing in a brand-new 000-15SM or inheriting a family heirloom vintage Martin, you know you're getting the best. The Martin 000-15SM acoustic guitar is an instrument that you'll want to keep for a lifetime.





Martin 000-15SM Left-handed Acoustic Guitar Features:


Solid mahogany body delivers a warm, textured sound with rich harmonics


Undersized 000 body makes this guitar excellent for players of all sizes


Modified Low Oval neck carve feels solid and secure in your palm


12-fret neck joint gives the strings a slinky feel and mellow projection


Relocated bridge position adds projection, sustain, and warmth


Slotted headstock increases string angle, enhancing note clarity


East Indian rosewood fingerboard and 20 frets play spectacularly