Martinez Guitars crossover mp14-zi zn + gigbag
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Martinez Guitars
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A Martinez Designed for Modern Nylon-String Playing
With the MP14-ZI ZN, Martinez offers a 4/4 nylon-string guitar that fits into the "crossover" family: an instrument designed to bridge classical guitar and more contemporary playing habits. The goal is clear: to retain the warmth of nylon while offering a more immediate and versatile feel.
For Whom and Which Styles?
This Martinez is particularly aimed at intermediate and advanced guitarists who want a comfortable nylon-string guitar, suitable both for fingerstyle playing and more assertive attacks. It is well suited for Latin, acoustic pop, fingerstyle, bossa repertoires, as well as vocal accompaniment thanks to the amplification. The cutaway will be appreciated for solos and higher positions.
Sound
The solid spruce soundboard provides clarity, a quick response, and a good dynamic range: the result is a precise sound with a clearly audible attack and solid projection. The ziricote back and sides enrich the palette with a often denser and more nuanced output, promoting a balance between deep bass, present mids, and defined trebles. Overall, it delivers an expressive guitar, comfortable both in delicate nuances and more forceful playing.
Technical specifications
| Type | nylon crossover guitar |
| Size | 4/4 |
| Top | solid spruce |
| Back | ziricote |
| Sides | ziricote |
| Cutaway | yes |
| Finish | natural gloss |
| Nut width | 48 mm / 1.89" |
| Scale length | 650 mm / 25.59" |
| System | Martinez SFT |
| Gig bag | included |
Questions frequently asked
Is the Martinez MP14-ZI ZN suitable for modern playing on nylon strings?
Its neck has a nut width of 48 mm, narrower than the usual 52 mm on a classical guitar. The 650 mm scale length retains the markers of a 4/4 nylon guitar, while the crossover format aims for a contemporary feel.
What sound qualities do solid spruce and ziricote provide?
The solid spruce top promotes a quick response, clear attack, and strong projection. The ziricote used for the back and sides adds more density, with deep lows and defined highs.
Can this Martinez nylon guitar be amplified?
The Martinez SFT system allows it to be amplified for vocal accompaniments and amplified performances.
Does the cutaway facilitate access to the treble notes?
The cutaway provides more direct access to the upper positions on the neck. This configuration is suitable for solos and passages played in the higher registers.
Is a case included with the MP14-ZI ZN?
A case is included with this guitar. The finish is specified as natural gloss.
