Martin Guitars - BC-16E Cutaway Sitka/Palissandre

Designed in Nazareth, Pennsylvania alongside Martin & Co.’s legendary acoustic guitars, the BC-16E Cutaway is an acoustic-electric bass that embodies the brand’s century-old craftsmanship.

Featuring a solid spruce top and East Indian rosewood back and sides, this four-string bass delivers a powerful, rich tone with a deep, resonant low end.

The combination of these iconic tonewoods, combined with the forward-shifted X-bracing, produces a balanced, warm tone with remarkable projection that’s ideal for both unplugged sessions and amplified performances.

The neck, crafted from select hardwoods, features a comfortable profile designed specifically for bassists, while the 23-fret ebony fingerboard ensures smooth playability across the entire 34-inch scale length.

This configuration provides a feeling of familiarity to bassists accustomed to electric instruments, while retaining the richness of an acoustic bass.

On the electronic side, the Martin E1 system provides faithful and clear amplification. Its discrete volume and tone controls, accompanied by an anti-feedback function, ensure optimal adaptability in all circumstances. The integrated tuner allows for quick and precise tuning, without the need for additional equipment.

Finally, aesthetic details such as the multi-band herringbone rosette and the antique white body binding add a touch of timeless elegance to this instrument.

Delivered in a sturdy gig bag, the Martin BC-16E Cutaway Sitka/Rosewood is an ideal choice for bassists looking for an instrument that combines tradition and modernity, as efficient on stage as in the studio.