THE STANDARD SERIES | Play the guitars that shaped modern music.
This Standard Series represents the backbone of Martin: unique instruments that created the blueprint for the American flat-top acoustic guitar. The Standard Series models embody nearly two centuries of craftsmanship and technique: history made of wood and strings. These legendary guitars, as well as the artists who played them, helped establish genres such as country, folk, bluegrass, and rock.
And today, their resonant tone continues to be heard in the American soundscape and in music worldwide.
Endorsed by music legends, Endorsed by today's musicians.
Martin's Standards are the safe and trusted choice for acoustic guitarists all over the world. Handcrafted with a legacy of unparalleled quality and sound, these iconic instruments have helped define the history of popular music and continue to inspire musicians of all levels.
What does the Standard Golden Era offer us?
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Diamond Volute Neck Transition:
The refined neck-to-headstock transition adds a touch of timeless elegance and reinforces the design. -
Angled Nut:
An angled nut provides a vintage-inspired aesthetic while improving string alignment and tone transfer. -
Thinner Fretboard with Softly Beveled Edge:
The updated fretboard offers a smoother and more comfortable playing experience for extended sessions. -
More Streamlined Vintage Style Heel:
The redesigned heel creates a classic, streamlined look, while improving comfort and playability. -
Golden Era Modern Belly Bridge with Bone or Ebony Pins:
This updated design ensures better tone and sustain, while offering a smoother feel. -
Golden Era Top Bracing:
The GE Sitka spruce bracing provides an airy, vintage-inspired tone with enhanced resonance and sustain, similar to what the Modern Deluxe Series develops.