Martin 00L-16E Grand Concert Acoustic-Electric Guitar - 1935 Burst

Fingerstyle players, songwriters and rhythm players who favor a smaller body can get a warm, woody response without giving up stage capability. The Martin 00L-16E Grand Concert acoustic-electric guitar brings a sloped-shoulder 00 body into the refreshed 16 Series with a gloss spruce top, satin solid mahogany back and sides and Baggs Element electronics. A 24.9" scale, scalloped X-bracing, modified low oval neck and ebony fingerboard keep the compact format performance-focused, while Blue Denim, Black Smoke and 1935 Burst finishes give the same underlying guitar three distinct visual directions.

Sloped-Shoulder 00 Body Rewards a Lighter Touch

The 00L body is intentionally compact, but Martin voices it to remain responsive and project with more authority than its footprint might suggest. Its sloped shoulders and 14-fret layout suit fingerstyle detail, songwriting and expressive rhythm work, where a quick response and controlled acoustic footprint can be more useful than sheer size. Rather than treating the smaller body as a compromise, the 00L-16E uses it to shape a more intimate, touch-sensitive 16 Series voice.

Baggs Element Extends the 00L-16E Beyond the Room

Baggs Element electronics give the 00L-16E a direct path into live performance and recording setups, extending the compact acoustic beyond writing rooms and unplugged sessions. The onboard system makes it practical to carry the guitar's focused voice into a PA or recording chain while retaining the same instrument for fingerstyle, accompaniment and stage work. For players who prefer one responsive small-body acoustic that can move easily between those roles, the electronics are a meaningful part of the 00L-16E's versatility.

Spruce and Mahogany Keep the Voice Warm and Focused

The gloss spruce top is paired with satin solid mahogany back and sides for the punchy midrange, strong treble response and controlled low end Martin describes for the model. Scalloped X-bracing adds sustain and resonance, helping the compact body open up dynamically while preserving the focused character that lets it sit comfortably in an arrangement. The combination gives the 00L-16E enough body for rhythm work while retaining the definition needed for individual notes and lighter fingerstyle passages.

24.9" Scale Keeps the Compact Format Comfortable

A 24.9" scale fits naturally with the smaller 00 body, while the modified low oval neck and 1.75" nut width provide familiar Martin playing dimensions. The ebony fingerboard carries 20 frets with 1955 Style 18 inlays, and an ebony bridge pairs with a TUSQ saddle at the body. Nickel open-gear tuners complete a straightforward hardware layout that keeps the emphasis on touch, response and the acoustic character of the instrument.

Three Finishes Pair With Distinct Pickguard Treatments

Blue Denim and Black Smoke pair their gloss tops with grained ivoroid pickguards, while 1935 Burst uses a faux tortoise pickguard for a more traditional visual treatment. Across all three versions, the 1955 Style 18 inlays, nickel open-gear tuners, ebony fingerboard and bridge and satin solid mahogany back and sides remain consistent, and a softshell case is included. For players who want a compact Martin with warm mahogany focus, nuanced response and dependable amplified capability, the Martin 00L-16E Grand Concert acoustic-electric guitar delivers a distinctive small-body option within the refreshed 16 Series.