Martin Guitar is proud to announce the release of the limited-edition 000-11E Craig Thatcher, honoring the enduring legacy of the guitarist, songwriter, and Martin ambassador. A Lehigh Valley, Pennsylvania, music icon, Craig has been a pivotal figure in the region’s vibrant music scene and a longtime advocate for Martin Guitar.
The 000-11E Craig Thatcher acoustic-electric guitar embodies Craig’s distinctive style, and with only 35 models available, it’s sure to become a coveted collector’s item. Craig himself played a key role in designing this instrument, inspired by his passion for tonewoods like solid figured sapele and his love for the timeless appeal of herringbone accents.
“Craig and I have traveled the world together, telling the Martin story. I talk, and he plays,” says Executive Chairman Chris Martin IV. “Craig worked closely with our teams in Nazareth and Navojoa, Sonora, Mexico, to make this guitar happen. I think it’s pretty cool.”
To celebrate the launch of the 000-11E Craig Thatcher, Martin Guitar unveiled this exciting new model at an exclusive event at the Martin Guitar Museum in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. The event featured a private unveiling and a special live performance by Craig.
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