Description

The CEO-11 is the Grand Auditorium M electro-acoustic guitar from Martin & Co.'s "Limited Edition" series, produced in a limited run of 1111 units. It features a solid European Spruce top in the unique New Horizons Blue Burst finish, solid White Oak back and sides, a Flamed Maple neck, and an Ebony fretboard. It is equipped with Fishman Aura VT Blend electronics, providing volume, tone, and blend controls between the piezo and sensor. This model is dedicated to the number "11," which symbolizes intuition and creativity.

Overview of the Martin & Co. CEO-11

The Martin CEO-11 is an extraordinary limited-edition electro-acoustic that blends art and craftsmanship as only Martin can. Designed by President and CEO Thomas Ripsam, this Grand Auditorium (M) model features figured white oak back and sides paired with a FSC® certified European spruce top, offering a rich and dynamic sound that is both powerful and warm. The eye-catching New Horizons blue burst top and dark mahogany sides create a look as bold as the sound. Unique inlays, including a custom Unalome symbol on the headstock, add a personal touch that speaks to finding one's creative path. With a two-piece flamed maple neck, flamed European maple binding, and scalloped spruce X-bracing, the CEO-11 invites you to connect with your sound and express yourself fully. It is equipped with Fishman® Aura VT Blend electronics, customized to Thomas's preferences, ensuring its tone stands out wherever you play. The number 11, a “master number” symbolizing intuition and creativity, perfectly aligned with the guitar's artistic vision, serving as a subtle reminder of the journey each artist takes to find their true voice. Limited to only 1,111 units, the CEO-11 is designed for musicians who want to make a statement, both sonically and visually, while staying true to Martin's legacy of unleashing the artist within. Each guitar includes a signed and numbered blue paper label by Thomas and a printed hardshell case.

Specifications of the Martin & Co. CEO-11

Series: Limited Edition
Top Color: New Horizons Blue Burst
Body Shape: M-14 Fret (0000-14 Fret)
Top Finish: Gloss
Binding: Flamed European Maple
Top Inlay Material: Bold Half Herringbone
Top Material: European Spruce
Back and Side Finish: Gloss
Back Material: White Oak
Side Material: White Oak
Neck Finish: Satin
Neck Material: Flamed Maple
Neck Profile: GE Modified Low Oval
Fretboard Material: Ebony
Fretboard Inlay Material: Abalone
Nut Width: 44.45 mm
Nut Material: Bone
Bracing Material: Spruce
Bracing Shape: GE-Scalloped
Bracing Pattern: Forward Shifted X Brace
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Pin Material: Bone
Bridge Style: GE Modern Belly- Drop in Saddle
Saddle Material: Compensated Bone
Pickguard: Black Acrylic
Radius: 16"
Scale Length: 650 mm
Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
Electronics: Fishman Aura VT Blend
Case: Molded Hardshell
Case Model: 12C0112
Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 - Light (MA540T)