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Martin DCPA5K (Natural)

Item ID: DCPA5K

6-string Acoustic-electric Guitar with Solid Spruce Top, High Pressure Laminate Back and Sides, and Fishman F1 Analog Electronics System - Natural

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Martin DCPA5K (Natural)

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Your Stage-ready Martin!

The Martin DCPA5K acoustic-electric guitar combines the classic look and feel of a traditional Martin dreadnought acoustic with the convenience of built-in electronics. Part of Martin's Performing Artist series, the DCPA5K boasts playability any guitarist can appreciate. You'll love the present, lively sound of the solid spruce top, which will sound even better as the years go by. The well rounded tone is ready for performance and recording too, with built-in Fishman F1 Analog electronics for top-notch plugged-in performance. The Martin DCPA5K acoustic-electric guitar is simply inspiring to play.

Martin DCPA5K Acoustic-electric Guitar at a Glance:
  • Ready for the stage with Fishman electronics
  • Solid top for enhanced tone with age
  • Smooth playability from the Performing Artist Series neck

Ready for the stage with Fishman electronics
You'll be ready to perform with Martin's GCPCA5K, which comes equipped with Fishman's F1 Analog electronics system. Fishman is a leader in acoustic amplification, and it shows in the natural tone it reproduces in the GCPCA5K acoustic-electric. The Fishman F1 system can replicate the sound of various studio microphones, for incredible tone on stage or recording directly.

Solid top for enhanced tone with age
Sweetwater knows that the choice of top wood can make or break the sound of an acoustic guitar. For the DCPA5K, Martin chose a solid Sitka spruce top. Chosen as much for its look as its tone, solid spruce has a rich, lively sound with excellent projection. And because it's a solid-wood top the tone will age gracefully as the wood matures, with enhanced harmonics and greater tonal balance as the years go by.

Smooth playability from the Performing Artist Series neck
Whether you need to survive long recording sessions or plan to play out late into the night, you'll be glad you got a Martin DCPA5K acoustic-electric. The DCPA5K features one of Martin's amazing Performing Artist series necks, whose slimmer profile is easy on your hand, allowing you to play those extended sessions in comfort.

Martin DCPA5K Acoustic-electric Guitar Features:
  • Classic Martin styling with premium Fishman electronics in a traditional dreadnought design
  • Color: Natural, Gloss top
  • Hybrid "X" scalloped bracing enhances projection and tonal balance
  • Solid Sitka spruce top for a rich, lively sound that will enhance with age
  • High Pressure Laminate back and sides, with Koa wood pattern
  • Fishman F1 Analog electronics system for studio-quality sound on stage

Martin puts a spin on their classic guitars with the Performing Artist DCPA5K acoustic-electric guitar!
Specification Detail
Number of Strings 6
Body Style/Shape Dreadnought
Left-/Right-handed Right-handed
Color Natural
Finish Gloos Top, Satin Back and Sides
Top Wood Solid Spruce
Back & Sides Wood High Pressure Laminate with Koa Wood Pattern
Body Bracing Hybrid "X" Scalloped
Neck Wood Brown Stratabond
Fingerboard Material Black Richlite
Fingerboard Inlay White Dots
Binding No Binding
Neck Shape Performing Artist Profile
Number of Frets 20
Scale Length 25.4"
Tuning Machines Chrome Enclosed Tuners
Bridge Material Black Richlite
Nut/Saddle Material White Corian Nut, White Tusq Saddles
Nut Width 1.75"
Electronics Fishman F1 Analog Electronics
Case Included No Case Included
Manufacturer Part Number DCPA5K

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Reviews

based on 2 reviews

Excellent guitar for the money!

by Elliott from Surprise, AZ
March 30, 2013
Music Background: Country, bluegrass, jazz band and solo work.
I own a Martin DCPA1 and and 000-18 GE. I use both for solo/band work. My adult son finally decided he wanted to learn to play so I got him this as his "entry level' guitar. We found the set up from S... read more [+]weetwater to be excellent and I am blown away by the look and feel of this guitar. He loves it and is highly motivated to learn on it. Frankly, while my DCPA1 has a much nicer appearance, there just isn't that much difference in the overall acoustic sound between his and mine. The electronics of course are very different, but this one is worth every penny. close [-]

Amazing Value

by Hessen Riff from Milwaukee, WI
January 26, 2013
Music Background: Aspiring Musician, Songwriter, Home Recorder
Have, literally, owned 'em all, except Luthier super high-end guitars, but this is certainly among my favorites. I love the understated look, but don't let that fool you. This guitar has a tone that s... read more [+]urpasses so many much more expensive Martin models and other brands, as well.

I think it really shines when you change the strings, unless - of course - you like the Martin Phosphor Bronze that most of these come with direct from the factory. I prefer the 80/20 Plain Bronze Lights, and feel that any of the Martin strings work wonderfully, although I also like D'Addario EXP's and Elixir Nano's, as well. Martin Clear Tones also sound great. The guitar projects so much that the Phosphor Bronze seems a bit overkill on this one, but that's just my own opinion. The electronics are superb and this guitar can be shaped quite easily to coax out all of that big lush tone plugged in that you hear unplugged.

I love how it sounds through my PA and also when recording 'direct in'. I also play it through my LR Baggs DI box, which takes it to another stratosphere. Upgraded the pick-guard with a Tortoloid beveled edge vintage replacement, which really tweaked it's visual appeal significantly. Don't undertake that task unless you know what you're doing or get someone who does to help out. Need to be careful with proper removal of the original pick-guard and adhesive residue, before replacing correctly with another one.

Anyway, just an incredible guitar at any price. Great for both strumming (wow) and finger picking, as well. Very fast, warm neck and a most comfortable width and feel. You will never regret owning this one. This Martin is "The Real Deal"! close [-]

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Martin DCPA5K (Natural)

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