The Martin Taylor Lola™ Guitar represents a pinnacle of handcrafted artistry, a small-bodied archtop guitar meticulously designed by the legendary Martin Taylor and brought to life by master luthiers in London, England. This isn’t just an instrument; it’s a tool crafted to unlock your deepest musical expressions.
Martin Taylor’s vision for the Lola was clear: to create a supremely versatile archtop guitar that empowers players to fully realize their musical ideas. This guitar is engineered to feel exceptional, sound magnificent, and possess timeless beauty, all converging to help you achieve your ultimate potential as a guitarist.
Now, the opportunity to own your very own ‘Lola’™ is here. When you invest in a Martin Taylor ‘Lola’™ archtop guitar, you’re acquiring the exact model Martin himself relies on for live performances, studio recordings, and personal practice. From the exquisitely hand-carved solid spruce top to the resonant mahogany neck, back, and sides, every detail of this instrument speaks volumes about its unparalleled craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail.
Your investment in the Martin Taylor ‘Lola’™ guitar is enriched with an exclusive package of bonuses, designed to accelerate your guitar journey:
- Martin Taylor ‘Lola’™ Archtop Guitar (Value: $8,999): The Lola stands out with its compact yet powerful design. Featuring a 350mm (13.77″) lower bout width and a 56mm (2.2″) depth, it’s both comfortable and resonant. The premium hand-carved 35mm solid select spruce soundboard, combined with hand-carved solid mahogany back, sides, and neck, delivers exceptional acoustic properties. An Indian ebony fingerboard, finger-rest, floating bridge, and tailpiece, all handcrafted, enhance playability and aesthetics. The hand-wired split floating Jon Dickinson PAF pickup, with switching via a Bourn push/pull tone pot, ensures versatile amplified tones. Premium components and shielded steel braided cable contribute to performance and stability. Finished with an antique dark bister nitrocellulose lacquer, the Lola offers a crisp, dynamic acoustic punch with remarkable amplified versatility, perfect for mastering complex jazz chords and melodies.
- BONUS 1: Hiscox Pro Series Guitar Case (Value: $250): Your ‘Lola’™ is protected by a British-made black Hiscox Pro Series case. Constructed with a 2.00mm thick Liteflite outer shell, Hiscox cases provide superior thermal protection, crush resistance, and puncture resistance. The plush padded crushed velour interior and integrated accessory compartment ensure your guitar is secure and well-maintained.
- BONUS 2: 6 Weeks of Guitar Mastery Training (Value: $997): As a Martin Taylor Guitars ‘Owners Club’ member, gain immediate access to the ‘Guitar Mastery’ home-study course. This comprehensive program includes 55 video lessons covering fingerstyle basics, scales, melodies, guitar arranging, improvisation, and performance techniques. This training, typically reserved for Martin’s exclusive Guitar Retreat attendees, is now a bonus for ‘Lola’ owners.
- BONUS 3: ‘Guitar Conversations’ Video Vault (Value: $249): Dive into Martin Taylor’s video vault featuring in-depth interviews and jam sessions with leading guitarists such as Laurence Juber, Pierre Bensusan, and Robin Nolan. Explore the art and techniques of guitar playing through these insightful conversations.
- BONUS 4: Online Guitar Summit VIP Pass (Value: $197): Enjoy access to over 40 video and audio interviews from the Online Guitar Summit, featuring guitar luminaries like Tommy Emmanuel, Andy McKee, and Ulf Wakenius. Learn from a diverse range of guitar styles and expertise.
- SPECIAL BONUS 5: Walking Bass for Jazz Guitar Course (Value: $197): Master the art of walking basslines on guitar with this online course. Martin Taylor distills over 40 years of expertise into ten video lessons, teaching you step-by-step how to integrate walking basslines with solid rhythm guitar chords, essential for jazz chord melody playing.
The Martin Taylor ‘Lola’™ guitar comes with a 14-day satisfaction guarantee. Experience it firsthand, and if it doesn’t exceed your expectations as the best archtop guitar you’ve ever owned, you can return it for a full, hassle-free refund.
Please note that delivery of your Lola guitar takes approximately 24 weeks from order placement, reflecting the handcrafted nature of this instrument. Shipping is from the UK, and international orders may be subject to local import duties and taxes, which are not included in the purchase price.
Invest in the Martin Taylor ‘Lola’™ guitar today and embark on a journey of musical excellence, mastering complex chords and unlocking your full potential as a jazz guitarist.
