Description The Martin CEO-11 is a bold, limited-edition acoustic-electric that beautifully fuses modern artistry with Martin’s time-honored craftsmanship. Designed by Martin President and CEO Thomas Ripsam, this Grand Auditorium (M) model showcases a distinct visual and tonal identity that sets it apart from anything else in the Martin lineup. Crafted with a FSC®-certified European spruce top and a stunning multi-piece figured white oak back and sides, the CEO-11 delivers a rich, dynamic tonal range—warm, articulate lows and brilliant highs with a powerful midrange presence. The top is finished in a striking New Horizons Blue Burst, accented by dark mahogany-stained sides, creating a bold aesthetic that’s both elegant and contemporary. Every detail of the CEO-11 reflects thoughtful design and artistic intent. A custom Unalome inlay on the headplate symbolizes the creative journey, offering a deeply personal touch for players seeking inspiration. A two-piece flamed maple neck, European flamed maple binding, and scalloped X-bracing enhance both the visual profile and tonal responsiveness of this finely tuned instrument. Equipped with Fishman® Aura VT Blend electronics, custom-voiced to Thomas Ripsam’s personal preferences, the CEO-11 sounds as exceptional amplified as it does acoustically—ready for stage, studio, or songwriting sessions. The number 11, known as a “master number” representing intuition and creativity, underscores the model’s mission: to empower players to explore, express, and evolve their musical identity. Production of the CEO-11 is limited to just 1,111 pieces worldwide, making this model as exclusive as it is expressive. Each guitar includes a blue paper label signed and numbered by Thomas Ripsam and comes housed in a premium molded hardshell case. If you're searching for an instrument that captures attention, inspires creativity, and embodies Martin’s legacy of innovation, the CEO-11 is your next statement piece. Other features of the Martin CEO-11 include: Body Size: M-14 Fret (0000-14 Fret) Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint Bracing Pattern: Forward Shifted X-Brace Brace Shape: GE-Scalloped Top Material: FSC® Certified European Spruce Back Material: White Oak Side Material: White Oak Electronics Options: Fishman Aura VT Blend Finish Top: Gloss Back and Side Finish: Gloss Scale Length: 25.4" Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4'' Neck Shape: GE Modified Low Oval Neck Taper: High-Performance Taper Electronics: Yes Top Color: New Horizons Blue Burst Binding: European Flamed Maple Top Inlay Material: Bold Half Herringbone Top Detail: Custom Ink Pickguard: Black Acrylic Pickguard Inlay: None Rosette: Custom Inlay with Multi-Stripe Bridge Style: GE Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32" Bridge Material: Ebony Bridge Pin Material: Bone Bridge Pin Dots: Abalone Saddle: Compensated Bone Saddle Radius: 16" Brace Material: Spruce Brace Size: 5/16" Back Purfling/Strip: Rope Style Wood Heelcap: Ebony Endpiece: None Endpiece Inlay: None Back and Sides Color: Dark Mahogany Back Detail: 3 Piece/Figured Back Inlay Material: Black Stripe Side Detail: Figured Side Inlay Material: Black Stripe Neck Material: Flamed Maple Finish Neck: Satin Neck Color: Dark Mahogany Number of Frets Total: 20 Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret Side Dots: Abalone Fingerboard Material: Ebony Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8'' Fingerboard Inlay Style: Custom Inlay Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone Fingerboard Binding Material: None Headstock Shape: Solid with Square Taper and Diamond Headplate Material: Ebony Headplate Logo Style: Custom Inlay Headplate Binding Material: None Headplate Binding Material: None Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear Knob: Butterbean Nut Material: Bone Case: Molded Hardshell Left Handed Availability: true Pleked: true Label: Paper Label Signed by Thomas Ripsam, Numbered in Sequence w/Total (1 of 1111, 2 of 1111 etc.) 4 lb 8 oz #3013098 For more information about the Martin CEO-11, please contact us. Manufacturer Martin Series Custom & Special Editions Body Style 0000-14 Fret Actual Weight 4.8 Model CEO-11 Color New Horizons Blue Burst Condition Brand New
