Martin D-16E Rosewood Electro-Acoustic Guitar
Series: 16 Series
Body Shape: D-14 Fret Dreadnought (000 Depth)
Orientation: Right-Handed
Finish: Satin Natural
Overview
The Martin D-16E Rosewood is a premium electro-acoustic guitar that combines the powerful projection of a traditional dreadnought with the comfortable body depth of an Auditorium-style instrument. Handcrafted in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, USA, as part of Martin's 16 Series, it delivers a rich, balanced acoustic sound suited to strumming, fingerpicking, songwriting and live performance.
A solid spruce top provides clear articulation, dynamic response and excellent projection, while the solid East Indian rosewood back and sides contribute deep bass, sparkling trebles and complex overtones. Forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing enhances resonance and sustain, helping the guitar produce a full, expressive sound with impressive tonal depth.
The select hardwood neck features a Modified Low Oval profile and High Performance Taper for a comfortable playing experience across the fingerboard. An ebony fingerboard, mother-of-pearl inlays and antique white binding add refined detailing, while the comfortable 000-depth body design makes the D-16E particularly appealing to players who want dreadnought-style tone without the bulk of a full-depth body.
Equipped with Martin E1 electronics, the D-16E is ready for amplified performance, with onboard volume, tone and phase controls alongside a built-in chromatic tuner. Supplied with a softshell case, it is a versatile choice for musicians seeking premium American craftsmanship and dependable stage performance.
Key Features
Playability and Comfort
D-14 Fret body with 000-depth construction for enhanced playing comfort
Modified Low Oval neck profile with High Performance Taper
25.4" (645mm) scale length for balanced string tension and response
1¾" (44.45mm) nut width for comfortable chord shapes and fingerstyle playing
Ebony fingerboard with 20 frets and mother-of-pearl Style 28 inlays
Tonewoods and Construction
Top: Solid spruce for clear articulation, dynamic response and projection
Back and Sides: Solid East Indian rosewood for rich bass, sparkling trebles and complex overtones
Bracing: Forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing for enhanced resonance and sustain
Neck: Select hardwood for stability and reliable performance
Fingerboard: Ebony for a smooth playing feel and durable construction
Electronics
Martin E1 electronics for amplified acoustic performance
Onboard volume and tone controls for shaping your amplified sound
Phase control to help manage feedback and tonal response
Built-in chromatic tuner for convenient tuning without an external tuner
Suitable for live performance, rehearsals and recording
Hardware and Setup
Modern Belly ebony bridge with drop-in saddle
Bone nut for clear string response
Compensated White Tusq saddle for accurate intonation
Nickel open-gear tuning machines with Butterbean knobs
Black Tusq bridge pins with mother-of-pearl dots
Supplied with a softshell case
Design Details
Natural satin finish showcasing the character of the spruce and rosewood
Bold herringbone rosette with multi-stripe detailing
Antique white body binding
Faux tortoiseshell pickguard
East Indian rosewood headplate with traditional Martin script logo
Mother-of-pearl Style 28 fingerboard inlays
Specifications
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Category
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Detail
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Model
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Martin D-16E
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Series
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16 Series
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Guitar Type
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Electro-acoustic
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Body Shape
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D-14 Fret Dreadnought
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Body Depth
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000 Depth
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Top
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Solid Spruce
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Back and Sides
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Solid East Indian Rosewood
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Bracing
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Forward-Shifted Scalloped X-Bracing
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Neck Material
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Select Hardwood
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Neck Shape
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Modified Low Oval
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Neck Taper
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High Performance Taper
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Fingerboard
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Ebony
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Fingerboard Inlays
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Mother-of-Pearl Style 28
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Scale Length
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25.4" (645mm)
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Nut Width
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1¾" (44.45mm)
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Number of Frets
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20
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Neck Joins Body At
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14th Fret
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Nut
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Bone
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Bridge
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Ebony, Modern Belly
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Saddle
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Compensated White Tusq
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Tuning Machines
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Nickel Open Gear
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Electronics
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Martin E1
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Controls
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Volume, Tone, Phase and Chromatic Tuner
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Pickguard
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Faux Tortoiseshell
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Rosette
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Bold Herringbone with Multi-Stripe
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Finish
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Satin Natural
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Case
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Softshell Case
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Country of Manufacture
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USA
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Why Choose This Guitar?
The Martin D-16E is ideal for players who want:
The powerful, full-bodied sound of a Martin dreadnought in a more comfortable 000-depth design
Solid spruce and East Indian rosewood construction for rich, balanced acoustic tone
Forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing for resonance, projection and sustain
Built-in Martin E1 electronics with tone controls and a chromatic tuner
Premium American craftsmanship, refined appointments and a protective softshell case
