The 2026 Martin DSS-16E Black Smoke brings together the bold presence of a slope-shoulder dreadnought and the relaxed feel of a short-scale acoustic. Its gloss Black Smoke top gives the guitar a distinctive, understated look, set off by solid mahogany back and sides and a grained ivoroid pickguard. The mahogany body delivers a warm, woody voice with punchy mids, clear highs and a focused low end that works well for both strumming and recording. Forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing helps bring out the guitar’s resonance and bass response, giving it a full sound without losing definition. The 24.9-inch scale length makes fretting feel comfortable and relaxed, especially for players who prefer a little less tension under the fingers. With L.R. Baggs Element electronics onboard, the DSS-16E is equally ready for live performance. It’s a distinctive Martin with a strong voice, comfortable feel and modern visual character.

Serial Number: 3101367

Specifications:

• Model: Martin DSS-16E Black Smoke

• Year: 2026

• Series: 16 Series

• Body shape: Sloped-shoulder Dreadnought, 14-fret

• Top: Spruce, gloss Black Smoke finish

• Back and sides: Solid mahogany, satin finish

• Bracing: Forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing

• Neck: Select hardwood, Modified Low Oval profile, High-Performance Taper

• Fingerboard: Ebony with 1955 Style 18 mother-of-pearl inlays

• Scale length: 24.9"

• Nut width: 1 3/4"

• Frets: 20

• Bridge: Ebony Modern Straightline, drop-in saddle

• Electronics: L.R. Baggs Element

• Tuners: Nickel open-gear with Butterbean knobs

• Nut: Bone

• Saddle: TUSQ

• Pickguard: Grained ivoroid

• Case: Softshell case included