Martin - D-10E Retro Acoustic Electric Dreadnought Road Series
The Martin D-10E Retro is a time-tested tool built to go the distance. Whether you're starting your journey or leveling up, the D-10E Retro puts iconic Martin tone within reach.
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Nearly 200 years of acoustic guitar building expertise in every instrument. The signature Martin tonal balance that sits perfectly in any musical context. Construction methods proven and perfected across generations of professionals. Solid wood tops that mature and improve in tone over years of playing.
Light gauge strings (.012s or lighter) let Martin's legendary scalloped bracing do exactly what it was designed for. Play this guitar every day and the top opens up beautifully - a Martin at one year genuinely sounds better than the day you bought it.
Martin has defined acoustic guitar since 1833 - nearly 200 years of wisdom in every joint. The signature voice is immediately recognizable on Nashville recordings, folk stages, and living room couches worldwide. Built for generations, these guitars genuinely sound better with age as solid wood matures. Owning a Martin isn't buying a guitar; it's beginning a musical relationship that deepens year after year.
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D-10E Retro
The Martin D-10E Retro is a time-tested tool built to go the distance. With a solid spruce top, solid sapele back and sides, and scalloped X-bracing, it delivers bold projection, strong bass, and a dynamic voice that holds its own in any mix. The satin finish, black binding, and vintage-style open gear tuners give it a classic look, while the Performing Artist neck profile ensures a smooth, modern playing experience. Add in versatile E1 electronics with a built-in tuner and a softshell case, and you’ve got a Dreadnought that’s ready for every gig, jam, and idea that comes your way. Whether you're starting your journey or leveling up, the D-10E Retro puts iconic Martin tone within reach.Highlights
- D-14 Fret body size
- Sapele back and sides
- Spruce top with Aging Toner top color
- PA Profile with High-Performance Taper neck
- 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 | Satin |
| Top Color | Aging Toner |
| Top Inlay Material | Multi-Stripe |
| Top Detail | None |
| Binding | Black |
| Bridge Material | Ebony |
| Bridge Style | Modern Belly |
| Bridge String Spacing | 2 5/32" |
| Bridge Pin Material | White Plastic |
| Bridge Pin Dots | Black |
| Pickguard | Faux Tortoise |
| Pickguard Inlay | None |
| Rosette | Single Ring Fiber |
| Saddle | White Tusq |
| Saddle Radius | 16" |
Body |
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| Body Size | D-14 Fret |
| Construction | Mortise & Tenon Neck Joint |
| Back Material | Sapele |
| Side Material | Sapele |
| Back and Side Finish | Satin |
| Back and Sides Color | Dark Mahogany |
| 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 | Black |
| 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 | 25.4" |
| 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 | Style 28 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 | Black Plastic |
| 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 |
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