Martin Grand J-16E 12-String Acoustic Electric








zZounds Gear Experts Say...
With the projection of a Grand Jumbo and the depth of an 000 Auditorium, this American-made spruce-and-rosewood 12-string feels comfortable and sounds huge.
What's special about this item?
Feature: | What it does: |
---|---|
Sitka spruce top | Projects rich, crisp and responsive tone |
East Indian rosewood back and sides | Rich low end; smooth mids; articulate highs |
Martin E1 Electronics | Captures natural tone of guitar; flexible controls |
Ebony fretboard | Dark color, tight grain; premium fretboard wood |
Overview
The Martin Grand J-16E 12-String acoustic-electric offers players a sleek and comfortable 12-string guitar to add to their acoustic arsenal. Handcrafted in Martin's Nazareth factory as part of the 16 Series, its body shape combines the projective tone of a Grand Jumbo with the depth and comfort of an Auditorium (000) guitar.
At its core lies a satin spruce top, paired with satin East Indian rosewood back and sides, a tonewood renowned for being resonant and well-balanced with deep bass and rich overtones. The guitar's high-performance neck taper and ebony bridge and fingerboard, adorned with mother of pearl dot inlays, add to its unparalleled playability and tone, while the extra strings provide a unique layer of chime and texture.
Equipped with Martin E1 electronics, the Grand J-16E 12-String gives you control over your sound, whether you're playing at home, on stage, or in the studio. The onboard controls for volume, tone, and phase let you sculpt your sound with precision, while the built-in chromatic tuner ensures accurate tuning without the need for plugging in.
Complete with a softshell case for added protection, the Martin Grand J-16E 12-String is ready to help you unleash your inner artist, wherever your musical journey takes you.
At its core lies a satin spruce top, paired with satin East Indian rosewood back and sides, a tonewood renowned for being resonant and well-balanced with deep bass and rich overtones. The guitar's high-performance neck taper and ebony bridge and fingerboard, adorned with mother of pearl dot inlays, add to its unparalleled playability and tone, while the extra strings provide a unique layer of chime and texture.
Equipped with Martin E1 electronics, the Grand J-16E 12-String gives you control over your sound, whether you're playing at home, on stage, or in the studio. The onboard controls for volume, tone, and phase let you sculpt your sound with precision, while the built-in chromatic tuner ensures accurate tuning without the need for plugging in.
Complete with a softshell case for added protection, the Martin Grand J-16E 12-String is ready to help you unleash your inner artist, wherever your musical journey takes you.
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Specs
- Body Size: Grand J-14 Fret (000 Depth)
- Top Material: Sitka Spruce
- Bracing Pattern: X Brace
- Brace Shape: Scalloped
- Back Material: East Indian Rosewood
- Side Material: East Indian Rosewood
- Neck Material: Select Hardwood
- Neck Shape: 12-String PA Profile
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Scale Length: 25.4"
- Number of Frets Total: 20
- Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 13/16''
- Fingerboard Inlay Style: 28
- Back and Side Finish: Satin
- Finish Top: Satin
- Top Color: Clear
- Finish Neck: Satin
- Bridge Material: Ebony
- Saddle Compensated: White Tusq
- Tuning Machines: Chrome Enclosed Gear
- Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
- Case: Soft Shell
- Electronics: Martin E1
- Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 - Extra Light MA500T
- Top Material: Sitka Spruce
- Bracing Pattern: X Brace
- Brace Shape: Scalloped
- Back Material: East Indian Rosewood
- Side Material: East Indian Rosewood
- Neck Material: Select Hardwood
- Neck Shape: 12-String PA Profile
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Scale Length: 25.4"
- Number of Frets Total: 20
- Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 13/16''
- Fingerboard Inlay Style: 28
- Back and Side Finish: Satin
- Finish Top: Satin
- Top Color: Clear
- Finish Neck: Satin
- Bridge Material: Ebony
- Saddle Compensated: White Tusq
- Tuning Machines: Chrome Enclosed Gear
- Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
- Case: Soft Shell
- Electronics: Martin E1
- Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 - Extra Light MA500T
- Dimensions and Weight in Packaging
- Base Item
- Shipping Weight: 14 lbs
- Shipping Dimensions: 47 x 20 x 10 in
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): 10Y24GRANDJ16E12STRI
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
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Submitted December 29, 2024 by David Gover in Hampton, GA
"Martin Grand J16 e"
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Ive been a guild 12 player for years. So it was leap for me to pay out for this guitar. I am not disappointed in the least. Its not better ,or worse than my Guilds.If youre looking for martins signature sound in a 12 string? This is your guitar. Although its a jumbo bodyIt has the D 28 tone ,only in a 12 string configuration.The neck profile is incredibly playable. About the easiest 12 string neck ive ever played.Cant say enough about that aspect. The rest of the guitar is just as impressive.Kudos to Martin on this model. Definately not over rated. My only complaint would be, that for 2300.00? Martin & co. Should have paired it with a hsc.The soft case(gigbag) it came in , imo is just not up to standard.ill be getting a hsc for it. Seems like a pretty cheap ass way to send a 2300.00 guitar to aCudtomer. As always ,the people at zZounds were incredibly professional, Courteous, and helpful. I enjoy workingwith zZounds personell.
Musical Background:
47 years
Musical Style:
60,s 70,s music
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