The Martin CEO-11 is a striking, limited-edition acoustic-electric that blends artistry and craftsmanship in a way only Martin can. Designed by President and CEO Thomas Ripsam, this Grand Auditorium (M) model features a figured white oak multi-piece back and sides paired with an FSC®-certified European spruce top, offering a rich, dynamic sound that’s both powerful and warm. The eye-catching New Horizons blue burst top and dark mahogany-colored sides create a look that’s as bold as the sound it creates. Unique inlays, including a custom Unalome symbol on the headplate, add a personal touch that speaks to finding your creative path.
With a two-piece flamed maple neck, European flamed maple binding, and scalloped spruce X bracing, the CEO-11 invites you to connect with your sound and express yourself fully. It’s equipped with Fishman® Aura VT Blend electronics, custom-voiced to Thomas’ preference, ensuring that its tone stands out wherever you play. The number 11, a “master number” that symbolizes intuition and creativity, aligned perfectly with the guitar’s artistic vision, acting as a subtle reminder of the journey every artist takes to find their true voice. Limited to only 1,111 models, the CEO-11 is built for players looking to make a statement – sonically and visually – while staying true to Martin’s legacy of unleashing the artist within. Each guitar includes a blue paper label signed and numbered by Thomas and a molded hardshell case.
Type |
Acoustic/Electric |
Colour |
New Horizons Blue Burst |
Orientation |
Right Handed |
Number of Strings |
6 |
Body Shape |
M-14 Fret (0000-14 Fret) |
Body Material |
FSC® Certified European Spruce Top with White Oak Back and Sides |
Body Finish |
Gloss |
Neck Material |
Flamed Maple |
Neck Shape |
GE Modified Low Oval |
Neck Finish |
Satin |
Fretboard Material |
Ebony |
Number of Frets |
20 |
Fretboard Inlays |
Custom Abalone Inlays |
Nut Material |
Bone |
Nut Width |
1 3/4" |
Electronics |
Fishman Aura VT Blend |
Bridge |
Ebony GE Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle |
Tuners |
Nickel Open Gear |
Included Accessories |
Molded Hardshell, Paper Label Signed by Thomas Ripsam, Numbered in Sequence w/Total (1 of 1111, 2 of 1111 etc.) |