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The Martin 000-16 StreetMaster VTS rosewood acoustic guitar features a solid mahogany top with solid rosewood back and sides—a tonewood combination that has yielded countless classic Martin guitars. Now, they have added their popular distressed StreetMaster finish to this combination, giving players a guitar that looks and feels well-loved from day one. The StreetMaster finish lightly adds dings, dents and wear marks to create an authentically vintage vibe, ideal for folk, Americana and blues players seeking an organic, earthy tone.

Premium Tonewoods Project a Warm, Complex Tone

The StreetMaster's solid mahogany top, rosewood back and sides, and mahogany neck provide a warm, balanced tone with clear mids and tight bass. As the guitar ages, the tone will open up and become more complex. A modified low-oval neck profile and 1-3/4" nut width provide comfortable playability.

Authentic Distressed Finish Inspires Instant Vintage Appeal

The StreetMaster finish is carefully applied by Martin craftsmen, who hand-apply dents, dings, scratches and wear marks to create a naturally worn appearance. The finish gives the 000-16 StreetMaster an authentic vintage vibe and feel from the moment you pick it up. The worn satin finish also helps reduce friction while playing, allowing fingers to glide smoothly across the fretboard.

Premium Appointments and Martin Build Quality

Premium appointments include an East Indian rosewood fretboard and bridge, bone nut and saddle, and open-gear tuners. Like all Martin guitars, the 000-16 StreetMaster is built using traditional dovetail neck joint construction, with hide glue bonding the neck to the body. This time-tested construction, combined with premium tonewoods and finishes, results in an acoustic guitar made to last a lifetime.

Martin 000-16 StreetMaster VTS Rosewood Acoustic Guitar Dark Mahogany
Martin 000-16 StreetMaster VTS Rosewood Acoustic Guitar Dark Mahogany
Martin 000-16 StreetMaster VTS Rosewood Acoustic Guitar Dark Mahogany

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  • East Indian rosewood body with simple dovetail neck joint construction
  • Adirondack spruce top with VTS, multi-stripe rosette
  • Rosewood fingerboard with abalone GE Diamond & Square Short fingerboard inlays
  • Special StreetMaster satin finish

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Body
  • Body shape: 000-14 Fret
  • Top wood: Adirondack spruce with VTS
  • Back & sides: East Indian rosewood
  • Bracing: 5/16" spruce scalloped X
  • Finish: Satin
Neck
  • Neck shape: Modified Low Oval with High Performance Taper
  • Neck wood: Mahogany
  • Fingerboard: Rosewood
  • Number of frets: 20
  • Nut width: 1-3/4''
  • Nut material: Bone
  • Finish: Satin
Electronics
  • Preamp: None
Other
  • Tuning machines: Golden Age Relic nickel
  • Bridge: Rosewood modern belly
  • Saddle: Compensated bone, Drop in
  • Case: Softshell
  • Country of origin: United States

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One year warranty on Martin Backpackers, Little Martins and Ukuleles. Limited lifetime on other Martin guitars.

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4.92

13 Reviews

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

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Vintage Country Blues Sound
Incredible guitar and value!!
Incredible guitar and value!!
Martin guitar's done it again!!
Martin guitar's done it again!!
Martin guitar's done it again!!
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Best Uses
  1. Practicing11
  2. Recording10
  3. Jamming9
  4. Small Venues6
  5. Rock Concerts1
Cons
  1. Tuners tight. Singer sewing machine for the fix1
  2. None1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced12
  2. Professional Musician1
Pros
  1. Fun To Play11
  2. Good Audio11
  3. Good Feel11
  4. Stays In Tune8
  5. Consistent7

Reviewed by 13 customers

  • So light, so loud!

    5

    submitteda month ago

    byBrian

    fromDesert CA

    Great neck, great intonation & projection. Love mine to keep by the bed!

  • This guitar s been out for 2 years but your description is s

    5

    submitted9 months ago

    byGreg

    fromJacksonville, FL

    Not sure who writes your descriptions, but a rudimentary glance at the specs will tell you that this guitar does not have a mahogany top, but rather a spruce top. 2 years and you still haven't caught this mistake? The guitar btw is great and probably one of the best values for these specs out there. I have one and absolutely love it.

  • Vintage Country Blues Sound

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byNick

    fromBoise, Idaho

    To play Blind Boy Fuller music. It is spot on I own a Martin OMC-28E and is a great guitar, but just couldn't get the old vintage pop like I can now with the 000-16 SM

  • Re review

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byTux

    fromBaltimore Md

    I wrote a review about a month ago and gave it a four. I gotta say it's a five. It begs to be played. It will sit in my corner and beg me to pick it up because it's so beautiful. Then the tone and playing just grabs me. I put some Martin Retros on it and it made so much difference.

  • Not so sure

    4

    submitted2 years ago

    byTux

    fromBaltimore

    I've been wanting this guitar forever. Finally the situation was right. I'm a bit disappointed. I've hd this guitar for about a week. Play it everyday. It's a great concept and was made very well. I'm thinking it should have been made as an OM. Shorter scale. The tone is passable and I sure it should get better. I'll be playing this out as soon as I can get the K&K Mini in there. I bought a Gibson J45 not long ago. So I'm kinda spoiled as far as tone goes. I'm looking forward to many happy days with this interment. As they say " Anticipation is always greater than the award.

  • Incredible guitar and value!!

    5

    submitted2 years ago

    byPaul

    fromSeattle

    Highly recommend! I've had this guitar about a month and love it. The tone, articulation, and playability are amazing given the VTS treated Adi spruce and Indian rosewood. This has the tone wood and Martin American craftsmanship of a guitar 2x-plus of this price, just without the fancier finishes. See the 000-28 which still doesn't have Adirondack. Only Martin's highest end have Adi VTS. I personally really like the finish… it's understated and vintage looking but still has a nice new finish with some fading. The rosewood back and sides have no distress added and look gorgeous. I think the very light finish likely helps with the tone and clarity. Try one when you get a chance. Beautiful guitar at a great price

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  • submitteda month ago

    asked byEd

    fromWestfied IN

    Are they Made in PA or Mexico

    Are they Made in PA or Mexico

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Made in the U.S.

  • submitted7 months ago

    asked byMcm

    fromundisclosed

    Whenever you order from guitar center whether online or from your local store, can you request add-ons, like example adding a strap button to the guitar?

    Whenever you order from guitar center whether online or from your local store, can you request add-ons, like example adding a strap button to the guitar?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    I'm sorry but no. Modifications are not available.

  • submitted8 months ago

    asked byTodd

    fromBrooklyn, NY

    The head looks darker than the front of the body (which I like)...is the head made of rosewood or is it mahogany and it just looks darker because of the lighting in the photo?

    The head looks darker than the front of the body (which I like)...is the head made of rosewood or is it mahogany and it just looks darker because of the lighting in the photo?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    No, it's mahogany.

  • submitted8 months ago

    asked byHank

    fromHouston

    What is the actual scale length of this guitar?

    What is the actual scale length of this guitar?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Scale Length: 24.9"

  • submitted8 months ago

    asked byRudy

    fromNorfolk Virginia

    I was curious as to the Satin finish on the Adirondack Spruce top, being a Satin does this not have the nitro finish that some of the more popular gloss finish models have?

    I was curious as to the Satin finish on the Adirondack Spruce top, being a Satin does this not have the nitro finish that some of the more popular gloss finish models have?

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    No. Satin is no finish. It's bare wood that been oiled and sanded.

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byJohn

    fromMarietta, Ga

    Which Martin strings are recommended for the 000-16 Streetmaster Guitar?

    Which Martin strings are recommended for the 000-16 Streetmaster Guitar?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Authentic Acoustic Lifespan® 2.0 Guitar Strings Phosphor Bronze - Light

  • submitteda year ago

    asked byHiro

    fromQuerétaro, Mexico

    Hello staff, I live in Mexico but for this product it appears not shipping here, but I want to know the reason why. Also, I'd like to ask the availability of installing a strap button and a pickup to this guitar. Thank you and waiting for your reply.

    Hello staff, I live in Mexico but for this product it appears not shipping here, but I want to know the reason why. Also, I'd like to ask the availability of installing a strap button and a pickup to this guitar. Thank you and waiting for your reply.

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The 000-16 can be shipped to Mexico. We do not do modifications.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byscale length

    fromTruth, NM

    Scale length is 24.9"

    Scale length is 24.9"

    Open Reply - Gear-Adviser
    We appreciate your feedback.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byRhonda

    fromDrexel, Mo

    The 000's are supposed to be shorter necks than the OM's. However, the 000-15m's are not shorter. Is the 000-16 streetmaster normal 000 length or is it longer like the 000-15m?? Thank you

    The 000's are supposed to be shorter necks than the OM's. However, the 000-15m's are not shorter. Is the 000-16 streetmaster normal 000 length or is it longer like the 000-15m?? Thank you

    Open Reply - Thomas
    I’m very sorry. Your question is not clear. Please call us at 855-770-3373 This needs a little bit of discussion.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byCoach

    fromTallahassee

    Scale length? Doesn't say.

    Scale length? Doesn't say.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    It's full scale.
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