Martinez Torres 1889 Classical Guitar – Solid Spruce Top Maple Body Classical Guitar (Torres Style)
The Martinez Torres 1889 is a premium, Torres-inspired classical guitar designed for advanced players and professionals seeking clarity, precision, and traditional Spanish craftsmanship. As part of the high-end Martinez classical guitar range, this model stands out within the classical guitar Torres category for its articulate tonal response and refined construction.
Built with a solid spruce top and solid maple back and sides, this guitar produces a bright, focused, and highly defined sound. The tonal character is clear and responsive, making it ideal for intricate passages, fast articulation, and ensemble performance. The fan bracing system further enhances projection and responsiveness, ensuring consistent performance across dynamic ranges.
The Spanish traditional neck-body connection maximizes resonance and sustain, staying true to the original Torres design philosophy. A solid cedar neck combined with an ebony fretboard ensures long-term stability and a smooth, precise playing experience expected from a professional instrument.
Finished with a high gloss body and a polished shellac top surface, the guitar allows optimal vibration of the soundboard while maintaining a premium aesthetic. It is equipped with Martinez gold mechanics for reliable tuning stability, along with a bone saddle and bridge insert to enhance tonal transfer. Fitted with Savarez 500-CJ strings, the instrument is ready for performance straight out of the case.
Comparison with Martinez Torres 1859
While both are professional-grade Martinez classical guitars built on Torres principles, they cater to different tonal preferences:
Torres 1859 (Rosewood): Warmer, deeper tone with strong bass and richness
Torres 1889 (Maple): Brighter, clearer tone with superior articulation and note separation
Which Model Should You Choose?
Preference / Playing Style | Recommended Model | Why It Fits |
Warm, deep, resonant tone | Martinez Torres 1859 | Solid rosewood body enhances bass and richness |
Bright, clear, articulate sound | Martinez Torres 1889 | Solid maple body improves clarity and projection |
Solo concert performance | Martinez Torres 1859 | Fuller tonal depth for expressive playing |
Ensemble / fast technical playing | Martinez Torres 1889 | Better note separation and definition |
Traditional tonal character | Martinez Torres 1859 | Classic Torres warmth |
Modern clarity with precision | Martinez Torres 1889 | Clean and focused tonal output |
Specifications
Model: Martinez Torres 1889
Manufacturer: Martinez
Type: Professional Classical Guitar / Torres Guitar
Top (Ceiling): Solid Spruce
Back & Sides (Floor & Frames): Solid Maple
Bindings: Wood
Bracing: Fan Bracing
Neck: Solid Cedar
Fretboard: Ebony
Neck-Body Connection: Spanish Traditional
Finish: High Gloss
Top Paintwork: Polished Shellac
Scale Length (Mensur): 650 mm
Saddle Width: 52 mm
Rosette: Wooden Mosaic
Saddle: Bone
Bridge Insert: Bone
Mechanics: Martinez Gold
Strings: Savarez 500-CJ
Color: Natural
