Model E

NK Forster Model E – A small acoustic guitar with a big, warm sound

Big Sound. Small Body. Zero Compromise.

WHAT IT IS

The Model E is a custom-built, small-bodied steel-string guitar. It’s based on the Model D shape but scaled down to Martin O-size for better comfort and control. Despite its size, it delivers full-spectrum warmth and clarity, the kind usually reserved for much larger instruments. The 25.4″ scale adds just the right tension, making it a go-to for alternate tunings and expressive playing.

WHAT YOU’RE BUYING

A fully hand-built Model E-SS with your choice of tonewoods and voicing. 25.4″ scale as standard. A lifetime warranty.

HOW MUCH IT COSTS

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The Session King version of the E-SS-SK featured has a Queensland maple body, a western red cedar soundboard, and a New Guinea rosewood neck. The satin finish is thin and durable.
Model E-SS jarrah
E-SS guitar top and bevel
Model E-SS jarrah sides edited
Model E-SS bridge
Session King Model E-SS-3
Model E-SS burl rosette 2
Session King Model E-SS
Model E-SS back Jarrah sobell

  • Material

    Soundboard – mature seasoned European spruce or Western red cedar.

    Back and sides – there are many options - mahogany, Queensland maple, figured mahogany, wenge, ziricote or figured bubinga.

    Neck - New Guinea rosewood, American maple or upgrade with 1908 vintage Cuban mahogany

    Fretboard - fine Sri Lanka ebony or ancient bog oak. Bound with rocklite.

    Bridge - ebony.

  • Hardware

    Tuners - Gold Gotoh 510.

    Frets - hand polished Evo gold frets

    Nut and saddle - hand polished bone.

  • Dimensions

    body width: 368mm 14 1/2″
    body depth - 110mm 4.3"
    scale - 25.4" or custom
    nut - 44mm or custom
    tuning - standard, DADGAD or similar