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Description

The Martin X Series OMXAE Black is where tradition meets modern innovation, delivering a robust acoustic-electric experience that both seasoned performers and budding guitarists can appreciate. Crafted with a 000-14 Fret body and Jett Black HPL (High-Pressure Laminate) top, back, and sides, this guitar offers a balanced tone with ample projection, making it ideal for both stage and studio settings. The Fishman Sonitone electronics ensure that your plugged-in sound is as rich and dynamic as your acoustic performance, providing easy access to volume and tone controls right in the soundhole.

Designed with comfort in mind, the PA-profile Black Stratabond neck and Black Richlite fingerboard offer a buttery-smooth playing experience, perfect for long sessions without hand fatigue. The Richlite material is not only eco-friendly but also resistant to changes in temperature and humidity, ensuring consistent performance in any environment. Moreover, the modified '30s-style Black Richlite bridge adds a touch of vintage elegance while enhancing sustain.

Whether you're strumming intricate fingerstyle patterns or belting out power chords, the Martin X Series OMXAE Black delivers with style and substance, making it a valuable addition to any musician's collection.

Key Features:

  • 000-14 Fret body with Jett Black HPL top, back, and sides
  • Performing Artist neck profile for enhanced playability
  • Black Richlite fingerboard, resistant to temperature and humidity changes
  • Fishman Sonitone electronics for superior amplified sound
  • 25.4" scale length with solid Sitka spruce X bracing
  • Modified '30s-style Black Richlite bridge and Black Corian nut
  • Chrome tuners with small buttons for precise tuning adjustments

Product specs

Brand Martin
Model OMXAE Black
Finish Black
Year 2015 - 2019
Made In Mexico
Categories Acoustic-Electric Guitars
Active Preamp Yes
Back Material High Pressure Laminate
Body Shape Orchestra
Color Family Black
Finish Style Satin
Fretboard Material Composite
Model Family Martin OM-X
Number of Frets 20
Number of Strings 6-String
Pickup Undersaddle Piezo Pickup
Right / Left Handed Right Handed
Series Martin X-Series
Sides Material High Pressure Laminate
String Type Steel
Top Material High Pressure Laminate
Wood Top Style Plain

FAQs

What type of wood is used in the Martin X Series OMXAE Black guitar?

The Martin X Series OMXAE Black features a high-pressure laminate (HPL) construction for the top, back, and sides, providing durability and a unique tonal character.

Does the Martin X Series OMXAE Black have an onboard preamp?

Yes, the Martin X Series OMXAE Black is equipped with an active preamp, allowing you to easily amplify your sound for live performances or recording.

What is the body shape of the Martin X Series OMXAE Black?

The Martin X Series OMXAE Black has an orchestra body shape, known for its balanced tone and comfortable playability.

Is the Martin X Series OMXAE Black suitable for live performances?

Yes, with its active preamp and undersaddle piezo pickup, the Martin X Series OMXAE Black is well-suited for live performances, offering clear and amplified sound.

What is the finish style of the Martin X Series OMXAE Black?

The Martin X Series OMXAE Black features a satin finish, which provides a smooth feel and a sleek, understated look.

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See how Jessarae uses Martin X Series OMXAE Black

Jessarae

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Throughout this video you can see Jessarae using the Martin X Series OMXAE Black. At 0:28 the camera is angled close to the headstock of the guitar, where you can see the Martin & Co logo. The artist used this item to record a video for his original song 'Milk & Honey' which is linked above.

See how DYSN uses Martin X Series OMXAE Black

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DYSN utilized the Martin X Series OMXAE Black acoustic-electric guitar throughout the Spin The Globe Tour Part 2, as evidenced by a user-uploaded photo on Myportfolio.

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