Martin 00L-16E, Black Smoke
A updated new lineup from Martin, the new 16 series offers a USA made Martin at a great price with amazing specs. Start with a gloss nitro lacquer top in new colors with satin back and sides, and add to it LR Baggs electronics and you have yourself a pro level guitar perfect for the stage or at home!
From Martin:
"The 00L-16E 1935 introduces a warm, intimate voice to the refreshed 16 Series—pairing standout style with a focused, vintage-inspired tone. Its gloss spruce top in a striking 1935 Burst finish is matched with satin solid mahogany back and sides for punchy midrange, strong treble response, and a controlled low end that sits comfortably in any mix. The sloped-shoulder 00L body size delivers a woody, responsive voice—ideal for fingerstyle, songwriting, or expressive rhythm work—while offering surprising projection from a compact frame. Scalloped X-bracing enhances sustain and resonance for a full, dynamic sound, and L.R. Baggs® Element™ electronics make it ready for live performance or recording. With touch, nuance, and confidence beyond its size, it’s built to command the room."