CEO-11 Guitar

These guitars have been designed to satisfy the needs of a small, select group of the worlds most respected and most popular musicians. The John Mayer and Eric Clapton models are highest quality instruments for the demanding musician, true fans and collectors.
Johnny Cash fans have a choice of either a black D-35, just like the one he used to play, or the posthumous DX Johnny Cash for the fan on a limited budget.
Finally Martin regularly releases their CEO models in accordance with C. F. Martin IV or more recently the new CEO Thomas Ripsam. These are limited runs, using unusual woods, shapes or finishes.

Martin CEO-11: Sound art in perfection

The Martin CEO-11 – an expression of craftsmanship, vision and musical passion. This limited-edition Grand Auditorium model (M), designed by President and CEO Thomas Ripsam, combines tradition and innovation in a unique instrument that inspires musicians to find their own voice.

With a back and sides made of grained white oak and an FSC®-certified European spruce top, the CEO-11 offers a sound that is both powerful and warm. The stunning New Horizons Blue Burst top and mahogany-colored sides highlight an aesthetic that is as bold as the sound that this work of art produces.

A look at the details reveals the true craftsmanship: an Unalome symbol on the headstock inspires you to follow your own creative path. The flamed maple neck, European curly maple binding and scalloped spruce X bracing harmonize perfectly with the high-quality Fishman® Aura VT Blend electronics, which are specially tuned to Thomas' vision. So your music will always sound clear and expressive, wherever you play.

The number 11, a master number that symbolizes intuition and creativity. A reflection of the journey that every artist goes on in search of their unique expression.
With only 1,111 handmade units worldwide, the CEO-11 is not just an instrument, but a statement – for artists who love tradition and at the same time want to push boundaries.

Each guitar comes with a numbered and signed label from Thomas Ripsam – a tribute to Martin's legacy of inspiring artists and making their sounds audible to the world.