Description

The D-16E RW is the electrified acoustic guitar with a Dreadnought shape from Martin & Co.'s "16 Series," featuring a satin finish throughout the instrument and amplified with Martin E-1 electronics that provide volume, tone, phase invert, and an integrated tuner. It is made with a Sitka Spruce top, East Indian Rosewood back and sides, a selected Hardwood neck, and an Ebony fretboard. Equipped with a soft case, it is the ideal guitar for touring or studio recording.

Overview of the Martin & Co. D-16E RW

The Martin D-16E RW electrified acoustic offers musicians an elegant and comfortable Dreadnought-shaped guitar. Handcrafted at the Nazareth factory as part of the 16 Series, the body shape combines the power and projection of the iconic Dreadnought with the depth and comfort of an Auditorium (000) model. It is constructed with a satin Sitka Spruce top, paired with satin East Indian Rosewood back and sides. East Indian Rosewood is renowned for being a resonant and well-balanced wood, with deep bass and rich tones. The high-performance neck, bridge, and Ebony fretboard, embellished with mother-of-pearl dot inlays, contribute to the guitar's playability and tone.
Equipped with Martin E1 electronics, the D-16E allows you to control your sound, whether playing at home, on stage, or in the studio. Integrated controls for volume, tone, and phase allow you to sculpt your sound with precision, while the integrated chromatic tuner ensures accurate tuning without needing to plug in. Accompanied by a softshell case for added protection, the Martin D-16E is ready to help you unleash the artist within, wherever your musical journey takes you.

Specifications of the Martin & Co. D-16E RW

Body Size: D-14 Fret (000 Depth)
Top Material: Sitka Spruce
Bracing Pattern: Forward-Shifted X-Brace
Brace Shape: Scalloped
Back Material: East Indian Rosewood
Side Material: East Indian Rosewood
Neck Material: Selected Hardwood
Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Scale Length: 645 mm
Radius: 16"
Number of Frets: 20
Nut Width: 44.5 mm
Fingerboard Inlay Style: Style 28
Back & Side Finish: Satin
Top Finish: Satin
Neck Finish: Satin
Bridge Material: Ebony
Saddle: Compensated White Tusq
Nut Material: Bone
Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern or Black
Case: Soft Gig Bag
Electronics: Martin E-1 - volume, tone, phase invert controls + tuner
Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan® 2.0 Guitar Strings Phosphor Bronze - Light