C.F. Martin & Co SC-13E Modern FG Spruce Burst Koa FV
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- S-13 Fret Format with Cutaway: a compact electro-acoustic folk guitar designed for easy access to the upper frets and a very "modern" feel.
- Premium and Musical Woods: solid spruce top for definition, koa back and sides for warmth and harmonic complexity.
- Comfort Close to an Electric Guitar: mahogany neck with a "Low Profile Velocity" profile, ergonomics optimized for long playing sessions without fatigue.
- Stage Ready: LR Baggs Element system for simple, natural, and effective amplification.
Manufacturer Information
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A "Modern" SC in the Martin Spirit: The DNA of the 28 Series, Road Series Version
With the SC-13E Modern, Martin offers a contemporary vision of the electro-acoustic folk guitar: an aesthetic inspired by the iconic finishes of the 28 Series, integrated into the Road Series philosophy (a serious, reliable instrument built for playing). The proprietary S Martin format, close to the spirit of an Orchestra Model, aims for a rare balance between acoustic projection, stage control, and playability. The "SC" architecture emphasizes comfort and access to the upper neck while retaining the Martin sonic signature: a clear response, expressive dynamics, and a guitar that "speaks" from the very first attack.
Who Is the SC-13E Modern For? A Versatile Folk Guitar for Stage, Studio, and Modern Playing
This Martin is ideally suited for intermediate to advanced guitarists seeking an electro-acoustic capable of seamlessly handling fingerstyle, precise strumming, and uncompromising vocal accompaniment. Its compact size and cutaway make it particularly comfortable in styles that exploit the upper register: pop, modern folk, singer-songwriter, acoustic neo-soul, fingerstyle, or arrangements in open tunings. In amplified contexts, its design promotes good feedback resistance, making it an excellent partner for medium-sized stages, monitor wedges, and home studio recording.
A Warm and Precise Sound: Solid Spruce, Koa, and "Tone Tension" Bracing
The solid spruce soundboard delivers clarity, dynamic range, and the precision needed for clean attacks: trebles remain clear, open chords breathe, and fingerpicking maintains note separation. The koa back and sides complement this character with a warmer, nuanced signature, often appreciated for its present mids and "woody" quality that enhances both accompaniment and melodic lines.
The Tone Tension X bracing contributes to response stability and controlled projection: the goal is to keep the guitar expressive acoustically while remaining more manageable once amplified. In terms of feel, the SC ergonomics and "Low Profile Velocity" neck enhance fluidity: the left hand naturally positions itself, movements are quick, and the instrument retains a modern sensation, particularly appreciated for playing across the entire neck.
Finally, the LR Baggs Element system is a recognized choice for achieving credible sound reproduction on amp/console: precise attack, clean lows, and coherent nuance rendering, whether playing softly with a pick or more articulated fingerstyle.
Recommended Compatible Accessories
To get the most out of this bronze/steel string electro-acoustic folk guitar, you may want to consider a set of bronze/steel folk strings (acoustic type), as well as a good quality 6.35 mm jack cable for connection to an acoustic amp, DI box, or audio interface. The guitar is sold with a Martin Premium Softshell gig bag, ideal for daily transport and protection.
Technical specifications
| Type | electro-acoustic folk guitar (bronze/steel strings) | Scale Length | 25.4" / 645 mm |
| Format | S-13 Fret (inspired by an Orchestra Model) | Radius | 16" / 406.4 mm |
| Cutaway | yes | Nut Width | 1-3/4" / 44.45 mm |
| Top | solid spruce | Width at 12th Fret | 2-1/8" / 53.98 mm |
| Back & Sides | koa | Bridge | ebony |
| Bracing | Tone Tension X | Tuners | Martin Ratio Nickel Open Gear |
| Finish | gloss | System | LR Baggs Element |
| Joint | glued Mortise & Tenon neck joint | Preamp | LR Baggs Element preamp |
| Wood | mahogany | Made in | United States |
| Profile | "Low Profile Velocity" | Model | MARTIN Road Series SC-13E Modern |
| Fingerboard | ebony | SKU | Martin GMA SC-13E-MOD |
| Number of Frets | 20 | Gig Bag | sold with Martin Premium Softshell gig bag |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Martin SC-13E Modern suitable for fingerstyle and open tunings?
The solid spruce top provides clarity and note separation in arpeggios. The S-13 Fret body shape, cutaway, and Low Profile Velocity neck facilitate access to higher registers.
What electro-acoustic system does the SC-13E Modern feature?
It is equipped with the LR Baggs Element system, including the LR Baggs Element preamp. The connection requires a 6.35 mm jack cable to an acoustic amplifier, DI, or audio interface.
What woods make up the body of this Martin acoustic guitar?
This guitar combines a solid spruce top with koa back and sides. The neck is mahogany, while the fingerboard and bridge are ebony.
What is the neck comfort like on this acoustic guitar?
With a scale length of 645 mm and a width of 44.45 mm at the first fret, the neck offers markers suitable for chords as well as melodic lines. Its 406.4 mm radius and 20 frets support movement along the fingerboard. The width reaches 53.98 mm at the twelfth fret.
Is a case included with the Martin SC-13E Modern?
A Martin Premium Softshell case is included for transportation and protection of the instrument.
