Martin GPC-16E Sitka Top Acoustic-Electric Guitar (with Gig Bag)
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Ready to plug in with Fishman Matrix VT Enhance NT2 electronics, the Martin GPC-16E has Sitka spruce forward-shifted X-bracing for that classic Martin sound.
What's special about this item?
Overview
This 16 Series Grand Performance cutaway model is crafted with satin-finished mahogany back and sides for a loud sound with a bright treble response. It includes a Sitka spruce gloss top for balanced tone and projection and a high-performance neck taper for ease of playability up and down the fretboard. The GPC-16E comes equipped with Fishman Matrix VT Enhance NT2 electronics. Strung with Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 light gauge strings.
Specs
Series: 16 Series
Edition Size: Open
Construction: Simple Dovetail Neck Joint
Body Size: Grand Performance 14-Fret (000 Depth)
Top Material: Sitka Spruce
Rosette: Bold Herringbone with Multi-Stripe
Bracing Pattern: Forward Shifted X Brace
Brace Shape: Scalloped
Brace Material: Sitka Spruce
Brace Size: 5/16"
Back Material: Mahogany
Side Material: Mahogany
Binding: Brown Tortoise Pattern
Top Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval
Neck Taper: High Performance Taper
Plek: Yes
Nut Material: Bone
Headstock Shape: Solid with Square Taper
Headplate Material: East Indian Rosewood
Headplate Logo Style: Script Old Style Overlay
Heelcap: Brown Tortoise Pattern
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Scale Length: 25.4"
Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
Number of Frets Total: 20
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8"
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Mother of Pearl
Fingerboard Inlay Style: Style 28
Side Dots: White
Back and Side Finish: Satin
Back and Sides Color: Dark Mahogany
Finish Top: Gloss
Top Color: Clear
Finish Neck: Satin
Neck Color: Dark Mahogany
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style: Belly - Drop in Saddle
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
Saddle: Compensated White Tusq
Saddle Radius: 16"
Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Light (SMA540T)
Knob: Butterbean
Bridge Pin Material: Black Tusq
Bridge Pin Dots: Mother of Pearl
Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern
Case: Soft Shell
Electronics: Fishman Matrix VT Enhance NT2
Edition Size: Open
Construction: Simple Dovetail Neck Joint
Body Size: Grand Performance 14-Fret (000 Depth)
Top Material: Sitka Spruce
Rosette: Bold Herringbone with Multi-Stripe
Bracing Pattern: Forward Shifted X Brace
Brace Shape: Scalloped
Brace Material: Sitka Spruce
Brace Size: 5/16"
Back Material: Mahogany
Side Material: Mahogany
Binding: Brown Tortoise Pattern
Top Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval
Neck Taper: High Performance Taper
Plek: Yes
Nut Material: Bone
Headstock Shape: Solid with Square Taper
Headplate Material: East Indian Rosewood
Headplate Logo Style: Script Old Style Overlay
Heelcap: Brown Tortoise Pattern
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Scale Length: 25.4"
Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
Number of Frets Total: 20
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8"
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Mother of Pearl
Fingerboard Inlay Style: Style 28
Side Dots: White
Back and Side Finish: Satin
Back and Sides Color: Dark Mahogany
Finish Top: Gloss
Top Color: Clear
Finish Neck: Satin
Neck Color: Dark Mahogany
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style: Belly - Drop in Saddle
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
Saddle: Compensated White Tusq
Saddle Radius: 16"
Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Light (SMA540T)
Knob: Butterbean
Bridge Pin Material: Black Tusq
Bridge Pin Dots: Mother of Pearl
Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern
Case: Soft Shell
Electronics: Fishman Matrix VT Enhance NT2
Reviews
Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
(3 ratings)
Submitted April 24, 2021 by Anthony H in Hometown, IL
"Sounds unbelievable plugged in"
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I bought this guitar a little over a month ago. Guitar was in perfect playing condition right out of box. Usually first thing I do is change the strings as soon as I open. But I noticed they were very bright and had no sign of aging. Good thing I didn’t because the lifespan 2.0 strings it comes with are amazing. After 40 plus hours of playing strings still had no dirt or grime on them. I always thought all strings are the same. Probably got 3x the life out of these. So once I plugged it in I couldn’t believe how great it sounded. Every little note was so clear and it picks up all the little accents in my playing so well. You can really hear every note so clear. It is an expensive guitar but if you are a serious player and want the best you will not be disappointed with this guitar. The fishman pickup is great. So much tone. Unplugged sounds great too. Also I wasn’t crazy about how they put the electronics in sound hole. But now I kind of like it now they’re hidden and keeps it looking more natural. They’re in there pretty deep so you won’t hit them when playing. I am familiar with the Grover open back tuners also. They are great very smooth and hold in tune excellent. I must mention I chose this one for the neck profile also the modified low oval is easier on the hands then the performing artist neck. I got the low oval on my 00015M both are great guitars but I needed one with a cutaway and acoustic-electric.
Musical Background:
5-10 hrs playing a week 20 + years playing
Musical Style:
Classic Rock, Blues, Metal, Delta Blues, Classical, Alternative and a little Bluegrass
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