Martin BC-16E Acoustic-Electric Bass
£2,350.00

Martin BC-16E Acoustic-Electric Bass

£2,350.00

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Martin BC-16E Acoustic-Electric Bass
£2,350.00

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The Martin BC-16E Acoustic-Electric Bass adds exceptional low-end power to Martin’s renowned 16 Series, bringing bass players a premium instrument handcrafted with precision in Martin's Nazareth, Pennsylvania factory. This bass pairs a resonant spruce top with East Indian rosewood back and sides, creating a balanced tone with impressive projection and warmth. Designed with a Grand Auditorium body and a cutaway, the BC-16E offers plenty of volume and allows easy access to higher frets, ideal for players looking to explore both lower and upper ranges with freedom.

Martin BC-16E Acoustic-Electric Bass Features:

  • Body Style: Grand Auditorium M-14 Fret Cutaway for full-bodied sound with enhanced reach.
  • Top Material: Solid spruce for clarity and projection.
  • Back & Sides: East Indian rosewood, delivering depth and warmth in the low-end.
  • Bracing: Forward-shifted X-brace, enhancing resonance and sustain.
  • Electronics: Equipped with Fishman electronics, ready for stage or studio use.

Martin BC-16E Acoustic-Electric Bass Specification

  • Body Size: M-14 Fret Cutaway
  • Top Material: Solid Spruce
  • Back & Side Material: East Indian Rosewood
  • Bracing: Forward Shifted X-Brace
  • Neck Material: Select Hardwood
  • Fingerboard Material: Ebony
  • Scale Length: 34”
  • Number of Frets: 23
  • Bridge Material: Ebony
  • Electronics: Fishman
  • Tuners: Black Enclosed Gear

Fishman Electronics
The Fishman pickup system faithfully amplifies the rich, natural sound of this bass, giving you control and clarity whether on stage or in the studio.

Forward-Shifted X-Bracing
This advanced bracing pattern enhances resonance and sustain, letting the BC-16E produce a dynamic, full-bodied sound with lasting sustain.

Cutaway Design
The Grand Auditorium cutaway body shape allows easy access to the highest frets, expanding your range for soloing or more intricate playing styles.

Choice of Gloss or Satin Top
Customize the look of your BC-16E with a top finish in either gloss or satin, giving you flexibility in both aesthetic and tactile preference.

The Ideal Acoustic Bass for Versatile Musicians
Whether you're playing in an ensemble or solo, the Martin BC-16E Acoustic-Electric Bass provides the deep, rich tone bassists seek with the projection and quality Martin is known for. Its responsive playability and versatile sound make it an essential tool for musicians ready to add lush, resonant bass to their music.

More Information
Manufacturer Martin
SKU 337942
Shipping Weight (kg) 8.000000
MPN CFM-GTR-BC16E-01
Colour Satin
Warranty 2 Years
Scale Length 34"
Neck Wood Select Hardwood
Pickup Config Fishman
Right / Left-Handed right handed
Fingerboard Ebony

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