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Martin 16 Series DSS-16E Black Smoke
Includes Gig Bag
£2,499.00
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Stock expected 21st September 2026Includes 3-Year Warranty & 30-Day Exchange
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Manufacturer's ID: CFM-GTR-DSS16EBLACKSMOKE
The DSS-16E Black Smoke introduces a bold new voice to the refreshed 16 Series—pairing standout style with warm, vintage-inspired tone. Its gloss spruce top in a striking Black Smoke finish is matched with satin solid mahogany back and sides for punchy midrange, strong treble response, and a focused low end that sits well in any mix. The slope-shoulder Dreadnought body shape delivers a woody, intimate tone—now paired for the first time with a short 24.9" scale length for a relaxed feel that complements its natural warmth. A grained ivoroid pickguard adds a distinctive visual touch, while forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing enhances resonance and bass response. L.R. Baggs® Element™ electronics make it ready for the stage.
Specification
| Body Size | Sloped Shoulder Dreadnought- 14 Fret |
| Top | Spruce |
| Back and Sides | Mahogany |
| Neck | Select Hardwood |
| Neck Shape | Modified Low Oval |
| Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Scale Length | 24.9" |
| Bracing Style | Scalloped Forward Shifted X Brace |
| Bracing Material | Spruce |
| Nut Material | Bone |
| Nut Width | 1 3/4" |
| Frets | 20 |
| Bridge Material | Ebony |
| Saddle Material | Bone |
| Electronics | L.R. Baggs ® Element ™ |
| Tuners | Nickel Open Gear |