Details
The Martin J12-16GTE is a dependable, stage-ready acoustic-electric 12-string. Built on the Grand Jumbo body with its 17" lower bout, it delivers a big, powerful voice while still maintaining clarity. During this era, the 16 Series shared many core features with the 18 Series, like mahogany back and sides, and spruce tops, but paired them with simpler appointments such as black binding (with no purfling) and a “simple dovetail” neck joint. The “GT” stands for gloss top, while the back and sides have a satin finish. Electronics are the factory installed D-TAR Wavelength multi-source system, a piezo and internal mic blend designed by our late friend Rick Turner, which offers plenty of output and a nicely balanced tone. This is a solid, reliable 12-string with excellent projection and versatility. It one comes with its original hardshell case.
Specs
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Back sides
Mahogany
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Bracing
X-Bracing
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Bridge
Richlite
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Electronics
Yes
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Fingerboard
Richlite
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Frets to body
14
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Neck material
Select Hardwood
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Nut width
1 13/16"
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Pickup type
D-TAR Wave-Length Multi-Source
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Saddle spacing
2 5/16"
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Top material
Sitka Spruce
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Total frets
20
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Tuners
Chrome Enclosed Gear
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Year
2014
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Case type
Original Hardshell
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Serial number
1763528
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SKU
MARJ1216GTE-1763528
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UPC
142009
