Martin Guitars - SC-10E-Spruce + Housse

You don't need Pat Metheny's fingers to feel comfortable on the Martin SC-10E Spruce. What's immediately surprising is how fluid everything is: the Low Profile Velocity neck profile sticks to your hand like a well-sculpted handle, and the Sure Align system lets you climb the treble like a never-ending staircase. No more forbidden zones, everything's playable.

And what about the wood? We're back to a tried and tested recipe: solid spruce for a clear attack and dynamic response, solid sapele for a full-bodied midrange and breathy treble. Whether you're strumming wildly or picking notes with your fingers, the projection remains balanced.

The aesthetics also hit the nail on the head: satin finish, synthetic abalone rosette and black mesh, the kind of design that makes a statement without needing to make a big deal of it. And for durability and comfort, Martin has opted for an FSC-certified Richlite fingerboard and bridge, soft to the touch and strong over time.

Last but not least, a special mention goes to the Martin E1 preamp, which has everything you need without any fuss: tone, volume and phase controls, and above all a built-in silent tuner for incognito tuning between two tracks. Plug in, adjust, play. It's as easy as 1-2-3.