Martin - 000-13E Retro Walnut Acoustic-Electric
The 000-13E Retro Walnut pairs spruce with locally known “Pennsylvania rosewood” for articulate, balanced tone. With Style 28-inspired appointments, it’s your road to upgraded warmth, clarity, and timeless Martin character in a versatile 000 body.
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The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
Spruce top paired with Pennsylvania walnut back and sides; 000 body size offers balanced resonance without overwhelming volume; Style 28-inspired bracing and appointments; solid construction at this price point; integrated electronics for amplified performance without tonal compromise.
Requires quality strap and case for protection. Electronics are straightforward; standard tuner and cable sufficient. Walnut finish benefits from occasional conditioning. Consider a pickup-compatible capo and quality strings to maximize tonal potential.
A legitimately well-crafted 000 that balances vintage character with modern reliability. The walnut pairing offers distinctive tonal personality without gimmickry. Worth considering for players seeking Martin authenticity at a reasonable investment level.
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000-13E Retro Walnut
The Martin 000-13E Retro Walnut brings upgraded tone and timeless style to the Road Series. It features a solid spruce top and solid black walnut back and sides in a gloss finish for articulate tone, rich sustain, and warm midrange. Walnut—known locally as “Pennsylvania rosewood”—adds warmth and tonal complexity that rival more traditional tonewoods. The 000 body shape offers balance across all six strings, while scalloped X-bracing enhances clarity and responsiveness. A Performing Artist neck with high-performance taper ensures smooth, modern playability. Style 28-inspired visual appointments nod to iconic Martin design, and with versatile E1 electronics, a built-in tuner, and a softshell case, this guitar is built for players who know where they’re headed—and need the right tool to take them there.
Highlights
- 000-14 Fret body size
- Black Walnut back and sides
- Spruce top with Aging Toner top color
- PA Profile neck with High-Performance Taper
- 1 3/4'' fingerboard width at nut
- Softshell case
- Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan® 2.0 Guitar Strings Phosphor Bronze - Light
Top |
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|---|---|
| Top Material | Spruce |
| Finish Top | Gloss |
| Top Color | Aging Toner |
| Top Inlay Material | Multi-Stripe |
| Top Detail | None |
| Binding | White |
| Bridge Material | Ebony |
| Bridge Style | Modern Belly |
| Bridge String Spacing | 2 5/32" |
| Bridge Pin Material | White Plastic |
| Bridge Pin Dots | Faux Tortoise |
| Pickguard | Faux Tortoise |
| Pickguard Inlay | None |
| Rosette | Style 28 Boltaron |
| Saddle | White TUSQ® |
| Saddle Radius | 16" |
Body |
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| Body Size | 000-14 Fret |
| Construction | Mortise & Tenon Neck Joint |
| Back Material | Black Walnut |
| Side Material | Black Walnut |
| Back and Side Finish | Gloss |
| Back and Sides Color | Natural Stain |
| Back Detail | None |
| Side Detail | None |
| Back Purfling/Strip | None |
| Back Inlay Material | None |
| Side Inlay Material | None |
| Bracing Pattern | X-Brace |
| Brace Shape | Scalloped |
| Brace Material | Spruce |
| Brace Size | 5/16" |
| Heelcap | White |
| Endpiece | None |
| Endpiece Inlay | None |
Neck |
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| Neck Shape | PA Profile |
| Neck Taper | High-Performance Taper |
| Neck Material | Select Hardwood |
| Neck Color | Natural |
| Finish Neck | Hand-Applied |
| Scale Length | 24.9" |
| Number of Frets Total | 20 |
| Neck Joins Body At | 14th Fret |
| Fingerboard Material | Ebony |
| Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret | 2 1/8'' |
| Fingerboard Width at Nut | 1 3/4'' |
| Fingerboard Inlay Style | 28 Style Dots |
| Fingerboard Inlay Material | Faux Mother-of-Pearl |
| Fingerboard Binding Material | None |
| Side Dots | White |
Headstock |
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| Headstock Shape | Solid |
| Headplate Material | Brazilian Rosewood HPL |
| Headplate Logo Style | Script Ink |
| Headplate Binding Material | None |
| Tuning Machines | Nickel Open Gear |
| Knob | Butterbean |
| Nut Material | White Corian® |
Misc |
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| Case | Softshell |
| Label | Paper Label |
| Electronics | Yes |
| Electronics Options | Martin E1 |
| Left Handed Availability | true |
| Pleked | true |
Martin guitars have been a cornerstone of American lutherie since 1833, earning their place as one of the most respected acoustic guitar manufacturers in the world. The brand is renowned for meticulous craftsmanship, tonal excellence, and innovation that respects tradition—qualities that have made Martin instruments the choice of professional musicians and serious enthusiasts for nearly two centuries.
Martin's signature approach combines premium tone woods, refined construction techniques, and a commitment to sustainable sourcing. The company's numbered style system (such as the Style 28 heritage found in modern models) reflects decades of refinement, with each specification carefully designed to deliver the warmth, clarity, and projection that define the Martin character.
