C. F. Martin & Co.® has launched the refreshed Martin 16 Series, a new lineup of all-solid-wood acoustic-electric guitars handcrafted in Nazareth, Pennsylvania.
Designed for players who want Martin tone with a look that reflects their individual style, the refreshed 16 Series pairs eye-grabbing gloss-top finishes with distinctive body shapes and stage-ready electronics.
Made to stand out visually, sonically, and creatively, the 11 new models give players more ways to express their sound, style, and personality. The lineup ranges from intimate, responsive 00Ls and warm, punchy sloped-shoulder Dreadnoughts to powerful Jumbos, a balanced Grand Performance cutaway, and a room-filling Grand Jumbo 12-string.
Across the series, players will find bold gloss-top finish options including Blue Denim, Cherry Cola, Cream, Black Smoke, and 1935 Burst, along with more traditional natural tops with a vintage tint on the GPC and Grand J 12-string.
The new 16 Series expands what players can expect from a Nazareth-made Martin, offering a wide range of body shapes, tones, and visual personalities. A major highlight is the DSS-16E, marking the first time Martin is offering a short-scale sloped-shoulder Dreadnought. With its 24.9" scale length and slope-shoulder body, it delivers a relaxed feel with a warm, woody, and punchy voice.
The compact 00L models bring surprising projection and a focused, intimate tone, while the Jumbo models deliver bold volume, deep bass, and commanding stage presence. The GPC offers balanced tone and comfort with a Grand Performance body and 000 depth, while the Grand J 12-string delivers lush shimmer, rich overtones, and room-filling sound to the lineup.
Every new 16 Series model is built with all-solid wood construction. Select models pair solid spruce tops with satin solid mahogany back and sides for punchy midrange, strong treble response, and controlled lows, while others feature satin solid East Indian rosewood back and sides for deep bass, rich overtones, and articulate highs.
Premium L.R. Baggs® Element™ electronics come standard across the lineup, giving players a natural amplified sound that’s ready for the stage.
Pricing for the new models is as follows:
00L-16E 1935 Burst: Street price $2,499.99
00L-16E Black Smoke: Street price $2,499.99
00L-16E Blue Denim: Street price $2,499.99
DSS-16E 1935 Burst: Street price $2,499.99
DSS-16E Black Smoke: Street price $2,499.99
DSS-16E Cherry Cola: Street price $2,499.99
GPC-16E: Street price $2,599.99
Grand J-16E 12 String: Street price $2,599.99
J-16E 1935: Street price $2,599.99
J-16E Black: Street price $2,599.99
J-16E Cream: Street price $2,599.99
To complement the launch, Martin is also introducing a small run of accessories and lifestyle merchandise inspired by the refreshed 16 Series, including Blue Denim and Cherry Cola steins, a Cherry Cola ringer T-shirt, a Blue Denim corduroy hat, and a Blue Fade leather strap—giving players and fans new ways to connect with the bold visual style behind the series.
For more information, visit martinguitar.com.
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