The 16 Series dreads allow you to beat the system because you get a first rate Martin guitar differing from the 18's and 28's mostly because of how the neck is attached and a little different "16" bracing system, their "Hybrid" X-bracing. The 16's have a bolt on neck like Collings, Bourgeois, Huss & Dalton and Goodall whereas the 18" and the 28's have a traditional dovetail neck. One is not inherently better than the other but they are different. Bolt on necks are structurally stiffer so they result in a sliightly brighter voice and usually a little tiny bit more volume. The D-16 Adirondack is a fabulous buy with details that are usually found on much higher priced guitars. With its innovative "Hybrid" X-bracing, Martin's 16 Series is now the favorite for players seeking great sound and good looks in a less expensive guitar.
Best of all, though, it's still a Martin and it sounds like a Martin and it doesn't hurt at all that it has a nice Adirondack top and Martin quality craftsmanship.
Features:
- Solid Honduran mahogany back and sides
- Adirondack spruce top
- Rosewood fingerboard and bride
- Herringbone rosette
- Top Bracing Pattern:Hybrid "X" Scalloped
- Top Braces: 5/16" Adi
- Black Boltaron binding
- Modified V neck shape
- Corrian nut and Tusq saddle
- Headplate: Solid East Indian Rosewood /Raised Gold Foil Logo
- Heelcap: Solid East Indian Rosewood
- # Of Frets Clear: 14
- # Of Frets Total: 20
- Fingerboard Width At Nut: 1 3/4'
- Fingerboard Width At 12th Fret: 2 1/4'
- Fingerboard Position Inlays: Old Style 18
- Finish Top: Polished Gloss
- Bridge String Spacing: 2 1/4''
- Tuning Machines: Chrome enclosed with Large Buttons
- Case: 345 Hard Shell
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| Model: |
D-16ADI |
| Manufacturer: |
Martin |
