C.F. Martin & Co 000-10E Lh
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An Essential 000 Format, Revisited as Electro-Acoustic
The 000 format has established itself as a standard for those seeking a folk guitar more compact than a dreadnought, while retaining true sonic breadth. In this electro-acoustic configuration, the Left-Handed 000 Sapele/Sapele aims for versatility: an instrument comfortable at home, in the studio, but also plugged into an amplification system to gain presence on stage.
Who Is It For, and Which Styles?
Thanks to its 000 format and steel strings, this guitar is particularly suitable for beginner to intermediate guitarists looking for easy handling, as well as for experienced musicians seeking a lively and precise folk guitar. It performs very well in fingerstyle, pop/folk, picking, vocal accompaniment, and remains effective in strumming when prioritizing definition and balance over heavy bass.
The Sound
With a sapelli top combined with sapelli back and sides, the response often resembles the mahogany spirit: present midrange, clear attack, and a warm output, ideal for highlighting right-hand playing and nuances. The 000 format promotes even projection and excellent note-to-note articulation, which benefits both fingerstyle and pick arpeggios. The Richlite fingerboard also provides a consistent feel under the fingers, appreciated for stable and comfortable playing along the entire neck.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
Since dimension details (scale length, nut width, exact case size) are not specified, it is advisable to choose accessories (case/gig bag, string set, capo) by verifying exact compatibility with a left-handed 000 format guitar before purchase.
Technical specifications
| Category | Steel String Shaped Body Electric-Acoustic | Top | Sapelli |
| Format | 000 | Back&Sides | Sapelli |
| Left handed | Yes | Neck | Selected wood |
| Strings | Steel | Fingerboard | Richlite |
| Nbr of strings | 6 | Color | Natural |
| Back and sides | Sapelli | Number of strings | 6 |
| Electro-acoustic | Yes | Left-handed | Yes |
Questions frequently asked
Is this Martin 000 Sapele/Sapele suitable for left-handed players?
This version is designed for left-handed guitarists. It features 6 steel strings and adopts a 000 body size.
What sound does a 000 guitar made entirely of sapele produce?
The sapele used for the top, back, and sides promotes pronounced mids and clear attack. The 000 body shape provides balanced projection and good note articulation.
Is this electro-acoustic folk guitar suitable for fingerstyle?
Thanks to the 000 body and richlite fingerboard, this model is suited for fingerstyle playing as well as plectrum arpeggios. The response highlights the nuances of right-hand technique.
How many strings does this left-handed Martin guitar have?
The six steel strings are suitable for picking, vocal accompaniment, and strumming with a focus on clarity.
Which case should be chosen for a left-handed Martin 000?
When selecting a case or gig bag, compatibility with a left-handed 000 size guitar must be verified. Exact dimensions are not specified. This check also applies when choosing a capo and a set of strings.



