C.F. Martin & Co Ukulele Centennial 1 Concert
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An Anniversary Edition in the Spirit of Martin
With the Centennial 1 Concert, Martin highlights its acoustic heritage through a ukulele crafted with a "high-end luthiery" approach: meticulous presentation, selection of noble materials, and a satin finish with a natural touch. In the spirit of commemorative series, this limited edition aims both for everyday musicality and the value of a beautiful, durable object, faithful to the brand's high standards.
For Which Musicians and Styles?
This model is primarily aimed at intermediate to expert musicians seeking an inspiring, responsive, and precise instrument, but it will also suit a discerning amateur looking to advance. The concert format is particularly comfortable for fingerstyle, acoustic pop, folk, vocal accompaniment, and nuanced playing (arpeggios, subtle dynamics, percussive attacks), where definition and balance are essential.
Sound Characteristics
The sonic personality of the Centennial 1 is based on the combination of a top made of solid spruce (clear attack, excellent note-to-note clarity, projection) and back and sides made of solid rosewood (wider spectrum, denser lows, silky highs, longer sustain). According to the specifications provided for the reference, an all-solid mahogany configuration may also be available, generally sought after for its warm grain, singing midrange, and immediate roundness. In both cases, the concert format provides more body and dynamic reserve than a soprano, while maintaining excellent responsiveness. The ebony fingerboard enhances the feeling of clarity under the fingers and promotes precise articulation in both melody and chords.
Technical specifications
| Category | soprano | Back&Sides | Solid mahogany |
| Top | Solid Mahogany | ||
| Format | concert | Headstock | classic |
| Back and sides | solid rosewood | Tuners | closed |
| Finish | satin | Edition | limited "Centennial" |
| Neck | mahogany | Manufacture | Martin Guitar |
| Fingerboard | ebony | Reference | CENTENNIAL-1-UKE |
| Inlays | mother-of-pearl on the fingerboard | ||
Questions frequently asked
Is the Martin Centennial 1 a concert or soprano ukulele?
The title and description present this model as a concert size, while the technical sheet indicates the soprano category.
What woods are specified for the Centennial 1 Concert?
The description mentions a solid spruce top and solid rosewood back and sides. The technical sheet also indicates a solid mahogany configuration for the top and back and sides. These luthiery details are therefore contradictory depending on the provided sections.
What sound does the ebony fingerboard produce?
The ebony fingerboard is said to promote precise articulation and a clear feel under the fingers.
Is this Martin ukulele suitable for fingerstyle playing?
The described concert format is particularly suited for fingerstyle, arpeggios, and nuanced playing. The solid spruce top provides a clear attack and good note-to-note definition.
What tuners does the Centennial 1 feature?
The instrument is equipped with a classic headstock fitted with closed tuners. The neck is indicated as mahogany and the fingerboard features mother-of-pearl inlays. This is a limited edition "centennial" model referenced as CENTENNIAL-1-UKE.
