
Next-Gen Martin Design Built for Speed, Comfort & Stage Performance
The Martin SC-13E Modern Acoustic-Electric Guitar redefines what an acoustic can feel like. Designed with a revolutionary S-13 fret cutaway body and Sure Align® neck system, this model delivers electric-like playability with full acoustic tone—perfect for modern players pushing beyond traditional limits.
Featuring a solid Sitka spruce top and koa fine veneer back and sides, the SC-13E Modern produces a clear, articulate voice with rich mids and smooth highs, while LR Baggs Element electronics provide natural, professional amplified tone.
S-13 Fret Cutaway Body Design — Unmatched upper-fret access and modern comfort.
Solid Sitka Spruce Top — Crisp articulation, projection, and dynamic response.
Koa Fine Veneer Back & Sides — Warm tone with smooth highs and balanced resonance.
Tone Tension X-Bracing — Enhanced projection and clarity without sacrificing control.
Low Profile Velocity Neck — Fast, electric-style feel for effortless playability.
High-Performance Neck Taper — Comfortable transitions across the fretboard.
LR Baggs Element Electronics — Natural, stage-ready amplified tone.
25.4” Scale Length & Ebony Fingerboard — Familiar feel with premium response.
Includes Softshell Case — Ready for travel, gigs, and daily play.
The SC-13E Modern delivers a balanced, full-range acoustic voice with excellent clarity and sustain. The spruce top provides brightness and articulation, while the koa veneer body adds warmth and complexity, resulting in a tone that works across genres—from pop and rock to fingerstyle and worship.
What truly sets this guitar apart is its playability. The innovative neck design and cutaway allow players to reach higher frets effortlessly, giving it a feel closer to an electric guitar while maintaining authentic acoustic tone.
Plugged in, the LR Baggs system delivers clean, natural amplification, making it an ideal choice for live performance and recording.
Electric players transitioning to acoustic
Gigging musicians and live performers
Singer-songwriters needing stage-ready versatility
Players who want fast neck feel + modern design
Guitarists pushing into lead playing on acoustic
