HOW MARTIN STRINGS ARE MADE | Every set of Martin Strings starts with carefully selected materials and exacting specifications. From there, our teams inspect, wind, treat, package, and test each string with the same focus on tone and consistency that guides our guitars. Research and development in Nazareth helps shape the sound, feel, and performance of our strings, while precision manufacturing in Navojoa brings that work to life at scale. Whether we’re making guitar, mandolin, banjo, or ukulele strings, every step is designed to deliver dependable tone, comfortable feel, and Martin quality from the first note to the last.
Martin Strings
Why We Make Our Own
See how Martin Strings are made in Navojoa, Mexico, from material inspection and precision winding to packaging, quality checks, and the people behind the process.
LUXE BY MARTIN®
Kovar™ Strings
Explore the making of Kovar SP® Core strings, featuring a high-tensile SP core, nickel-cobalt alloy wrap wire, lower tension, balanced tone, and natural corrosion resistance.
Corrosion Testing
Built to Last Longer
Watch R&D tech Josh Parker demonstrate Martin’s corrosion test and show how Lifespan® strings are designed to resist the sweat, oils, and buildup that can dull tone over time.
Behind the Design
Authentic Acoustic® Strings
Learn how Martin refreshed the Authentic Acoustic lineup, using player feedback, Nazareth R&D, and Navojoa manufacturing to simplify the line around tone, feel, durability, and performance.