This well-established and innovative solid wood 16 Series guitar was originally conceived and developed as an experiment to deliver better sound at a lower cost by using a special combination of Martin’s proprietary bracing systems. The Forward-Shifted X Scalloped bracing, as you’ll find on this DC-16E, has become a longtime Martin favorite. The DC-16E is crafted of premium tonewoods, including a solid Sitka spruce top, sycamore sides and back, and a black ebony fingerboard. In a dreadnought-sized guitar, this tonewood package delivers huge, yet balanced tone. Nearly 16 inches wide and five inches deep, the “D” is Martin’s largest body, giving the DC-16E one of the biggest voices in the acoustic guitar world. Take the stage, plug in, and the exquisite Martin tone is flawlessly amplified by the onboard Fishman Matrix VT Enhance electronics.
The classic sound of a Sitka spruce top
This Martin DC-16E’s top is crafted of Sitka spruce. Its high stiffness combined with the lightweight characteristics of most softwoods, makes it a natural for a high velocity sound. A strong fundamental-to-overtone ratio gives Sitka spruce a powerful direct tone capable of retaining its clarity when played forcefully. This makes Sitka a top choice among City Music players whose style demands a wide dynamic response and a robust, meaty tone.
Martin DC-16E Acoustic-electric Cutaway Guitar Features:
Everything you love about a Martin
Sitka spruce top
Forward-Shifted X Scalloped bracing
Sycamore back and sides
Select hardwood neck
Black ebony fingerboard
Cutaway gives you free access to the high register
Fishman Matrix VT Enhance electronics
Understated Style 16 appointments
CONSTRUCTION:
Simple Dovetail Neck Joint
BODY SIZE:
D-14 Fret Cutaway (000 Depth)
TOP MATERIAL:
Sitka Spruce
BRACING PATTERN:
Forward Shifted X Brace
BRACE SHAPE:
Scalloped
BRACE MATERIAL:
Sitka Spruce
BRACE SIZE:
5/16"
BACK MATERIAL:
Sycamore
SIDE MATERIAL:
Sycamore
BINDING:
Silver
NECK MATERIAL:
Select Hardwood
NECK SHAPE:
Modified Low Oval
NUT MATERIAL:
Bone
HEADSTOCK SHAPE:
Solid with Standard Taper
HEADPLATE MATERIAL:
Ebony
SCALE LENGTH:
25.4''
NUMBER OF FRETS TOTAL:
20
FINGERBOARD WIDTH AT NUT:
1.75''
FINGERBOARD INLAY MATERIAL:
Mother of Pearl
FINGERBOARD INLAY STYLE:
Diamonds and Squares Long Pattern
BACK & SIDE FINISH:
Satin
BACK & SIDE COLOR:
Dark Mahogany
FINISH TOP:
Gloss
TOP COLOR:
Clear
FINISH NECK:
Satin
NECK COLOR:
Dark Mahogany
SADDLE RADIUS:
16''
TUNING MACHINES:
Satin Pearl Open Gear
RECOMMENDED STRINGS:
MA540T
CASE:
Martin 345 Hardshell (000 Depth)
ELECTRONICS:
Fishman Matrix VT Enhance
Manufacturer Part Number:
10DC16E
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