Description
The Martin GPC-16E bridges the gap between the dreadnought and the 000, boasting a bold voice and a player-centric design. For any guitarist who loves the projection and volume of a larger-bodied acoustic but desires the playability of a 000, the GPC-16E offers the best of both worlds.
The GPC-16E starts with a spruce top and an East Indian rosewood body, giving it a rich, full-bodied sound with deep lows, well-balanced mids, and exceptional clarity. Its Grand Performance body features the depth of a 000 and a slightly narrower waist than a dreadnought, making it more comfortable for the modern performer. Taking its design a step further is the high-performance neck taper, which is slightly narrower at the 12th fret than Martin's Standard Taper, resulting in a faster-playing neck.
For superior tone, the Martin GPC-16E has a scalloped forward-shifted X-bracing. This enhances its volume and bass response for a deeper, richer sound with better projection. It's also equipped with Martin E1 electronics, making it a versatile tool for any setting, whether you're playing solo shows or performing with larger bands and ensembles.
Mother-of-Pearl inlays, an ebony bridge, and a herringbone/multi-stripe rosette complete the Martin GPC-16E, creating an elegant yet traditional aesthetic. Check it out today if you've been in the market for a premium Martin acoustic guitar that flawlessly blends power, style, and playability.
Specs
Body Size: Grand Performance 14-Fret (000 Depth)
Finish Top: Satin
Construction: Simple Dovetail Neck Joint
Back and Side Finish: Satin
Bracing Pattern: Forward Shifted X-Brace
Scale Length: 25.4"
Brace Shape: Scalloped
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4''
Top Material: Spruce
Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval
Back Material: East Indian Rosewood
Neck Taper: High-Performance Taper
Side Material: East Indian Rosewood
Electronics: Yes
Electronics Options: Martin E1
Top Color: Clear
Bridge Style: Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle
Binding: Antique White
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
Top Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
Bridge Material: Ebony
Top Detail: None
Bridge Pin Material: Black Tusq
Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern
Bridge Pin Dots: Mother of Pearl
Pickguard Inlay: None
Saddle: Compensated White Tusq
Rosette: Bold Herringbone with Multi-Stripe
Saddle Radius: 16"
Brace Material: Spruce
Back and Sides Color: None
Brace Size: 5/16"
Back Detail: None
Back Purfling/Strip: None
Back Inlay Material: Black Stripe
Heelcap: Antique White
Side Detail: None
Endpiece: None
Side Inlay Material: None
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Finish Neck: Satin
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8''
Neck Color: Dark Mahogany
Fingerboard Inlay Style: Style 28
Number of Frets Total: 20
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Mother of Pearl
Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
Fingerboard Binding Material: None
Side Dots: White
Headstock Shape: Solid with Square Taper
Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
Headplate Material: East Indian Rosewood
Knob: Butterbean
Headplate Logo Style: Script Old Style Overlay
Nut Material: Bone
Headplate Binding Material: None
Case: Softshell
Label: None
Pleked: true
SKU: GPC16E-01V2
