Martin Guitar J-16E 1935 Burst

Martin J-16E - Powerful Jumbo Acoustic Guitar With Confident Projection!

The Martin J-16E expands the revised 16 Series with a full-size jumbo acoustic designed for powerful projection, a wide tonal palette and a clear response. The large J-14-fret body pairs a spruce top with solid East Indian rosewood back and sides. The result is a characterful blend of deep bass foundation, overtone-rich fullness and pronounced highs that really shine in expressive strumming and rhythmic accompaniment.

Jumbo Body With a Powerful Acoustic Foundation

The generous jumbo shape provides ample body volume, supporting high output and room-filling projection. At the same time, the solid East Indian rosewood back and sides add a complex overtone structure to the tone. The spruce top delivers directness and dynamic range, so the J-16E responds with nuance to both strong attacks and more controlled playing. Open chords and wide voicings in particular benefit from the combination of robust low end and clearly defined highs.

Scalloped X-Bracing and Long Scale Length

Beneath the top a scalloped X-bracing enhances resonance and sustain while giving the large body enough flexibility for dynamic tonal behavior. The 25.4" scale delivers a defined response and helps maintain clear articulation across the register. Paired with the Modified Low Oval neck profile, the guitar strikes a balanced blend of traditional Martin construction and comfortable playability. The ebony fretboard with Style 28 inlays completes the classic setup and provides a solid platform for precise chord and melody work.

Traditional Materials and Stage-Ready Electronics

Martin also sticks to proven materials for the bridge and saddle: the bridge is ebony while the saddle is made of bone. Open nickel tuners reflect the guitar's traditional aesthetic and function. For amplified use the J-16E comes equipped with an L.R. Baggs Element, allowing you to pass the acoustic character effortlessly to an amplifier, PA or recording rig—making the guitar equally ready for stage and studio.

For Expressive Strumming and Large Arrangements

With its voluminous jumbo body the Martin J-16E is ideal for players seeking an acoustic guitar with strong presence. The deep bass, rich overtones and articulate highs give rhythm parts weight, while the clear projection ensures the instrument holds its own in dense arrangements. The guitar ships factory-strung with Martin Era Treated Legacy Medium strings. A softshell case is also included to protect the instrument during transport and storage.

Experience the Martin J-16E as a powerful jumbo for stage, studio and acoustic performance!