Martin Grand J-16E 12-String (396)

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 our 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, while the extra strings provide a unique layer of chime and texture. Equipped with Martin E1 electronics, the Grand J-16E 12-String lets you sculpt your sound with onboard controls for volume, tone, and phase, while the built-in chromatic tuner ensures accurate tuning without the need for plugging in. This guitar is ready to help you unleash your inner artist, wherever your musical journey takes you.

Number of Strings: 12 String
Orientation: Right-Handed
Body Shape: Grand J-14 Fret (000 Depth)
Construction: Simple Dovetail Neck Joint
Bracing Pattern: Scalloped X-Bracing
Bracing Material: Spruce
Brace Size: 5/16"
Scale Length: 25.4"
Top Wood: Spruce
Back & Sides: East Indian Rosewood
Top Inlay: Multi-Stripe
Rosette: Bold Herringbone with Multi-Stripe
Body Binding: Antique White
Top Finish: Satin
Back & Side Finish: Satin
Neck Wood: Select Hardwood
Neck Profile: PA Profile
Neck Taper: High Performance Taper
Neck Finish: Satin
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Inlays: Style 28 Mother of Pearl
Fingerboard Binding: None
Nut Width: 1-13/16"
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2-1/4"
Frets: 20
Nut Material: Bone
Headplate: East Indian Rosewood
Headstock Logo: Script Old Style Overlay
Headstock Shape: Solid with 12-String Taper
Bridge: Ebony Modern Belly, 12-String, Drop-In Saddle
String Spacing: 2-5/32"
Saddle: Compensated White TUSQ®
Bridge Pins: Black TUSQ® with Mother of Pearl Dots
Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern
Tuners: Chrome Enclosed Gear with Small Buttons
Electronics: None
Case: Soft Case