Martin BC-16E Acoustic Electric Bass Guitar. Rosewood w/SS

The Martin BC-16E Acoustic-Electric Bass Guitar offers rich, resonant tones and versatile playability, ideal for bassists seeking a high-quality acoustic-electric bass. Featuring a solid Sitka spruce top paired with East Indian rosewood back and sides, this bass delivers a warm, well-rounded sound with impressive projection. The Fishman Matrix VT Enhance NT2 electronics make it ready for any amplified setting, ensuring clear, natural bass tones on stage or in the studio. With a satin finish and a soft-shell case included, the BC-16E is designed for exceptional comfort, durability, and elegance.

Features

• Solid Sitka spruce top for bright, responsive tone
• East Indian rosewood back and sides for rich, deep resonance
• Fishman Matrix VT Enhance NT2 electronics for clear, natural amplified sound
• High-Performance Taper neck with modified low oval profile for smooth playability
• Modern Belly bridge with compensated White Tusq saddle for accurate intonation
• Soft-shell case included for convenient portability and protection

Specifications

Body
- Body Size: 000-14 Fret (Jumbo)
- Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce
- Back Material: East Indian Rosewood
- Side Material: East Indian Rosewood
- Top Finish: Satin
- Back and Side Finish: Satin
- Bracing Pattern: X-Brace
- Brace Shape: Scalloped
- Scale Length: 34"

Neck
- Neck Material: Select Hardwood
- Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval
- Neck Taper: High-Performance Taper
- Neck Finish: Satin
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4''
- Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8''
- Fingerboard Inlay Style: Dots
- Number of Frets Total: 23
- Neck Joins Body At: 15th Fret

Bridge
- Bridge Style: Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle
- Bridge Material: Ebony
- Saddle: Compensated White Tusq
- Saddle Radius: 16"
- Bridge Pin Material: Ebony
- Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"

Electronics
- Pickup: Fishman Matrix VT Enhance NT2

Headstock
- Headstock Shape: Solid with Square Taper
- Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
- Nut Material: Bone

Miscellaneous
- Case: Soft-Shell
- Left-Handed Availability: Yes
- Pleked: True