Martin GPCPA4

Martin’s new mid-size acoustic-electric GPCPA4

Although Martin continues to offer many guitars steeped in the company’s 180-year tradition, models such as the Performing Artist series guitars are proof that the company continues to evolve. Introduced in 2014, the GPCPA4 combines modern features with a relatively affordable price. Using the company’s new cutaway Grand Performance body size (slightly larger than a 000), the GPCPA4 is built with a solid Sitka spruce top and solid sapele back and sides. As with all Performing Artist models, the guitar’s neck has a special shape with slightly less taper, facilitating lead playing in the higher registers. The instrument includes Fishman F1 Analog electronics, which consist of an undersaddle pickup and a side-mounted preamp with volume and tone controls as well as a built-in chromatic tuner. With a strong acoustic sound and a hassle-free pickup system, the GPCPA4 is at home in many playing styles.

Martin GPCPA4 Specs

• Grand Performance body with 14-fret neck
• Solid Sitka spruce top
• Solid sapele back and sides
• Mahogany neck with simple dovetail joint
• Richlite fingerboard and bridge
• 25.4-inch scale
• 1¾-inch nut width
• Tusq nut and saddle
• Enclosed chrome tuning machines
• Polished gloss top finish; satin back and sides finish
• Fishman F1 Analog electronics
• Made in USA
• $1,649 list with hardshell case

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