Martin - SC-10E Spruce 2025 Road Series Acoustic Electric
Martin’s revolutionary SC body shape just got even more versatile. The SC-10E Spruce joins the Road Series, offering a fresh take on the super-playable, ultra-comfortable acoustic-electric design.
Whether you’re playing at home, on stage, or in the studio, the SC-10E Spruce is a game-changer—an acoustic-electric that breaks free from tradition and plays as great as it sounds.
Couldn't load pickup availability
We’re celebrating the launch of our new website. Get $20 off when you spend $1,000 or more. Discount is automatically applied at checkout.
The Nantel Verdict
The Nantel Verdict
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.
Have a question about this instrument?
Our advisors know it well and can help you find the right one.
Review by the Nantel Musique team
Your payment information is processed securely. We do not store credit card details nor have access to your credit card information.
2025 SC-10E Spruce
Martin’s revolutionary SC body shape just got even more versatile. The SC-10E Spruce joins the Road Series, offering a fresh take on the super-playable, ultra-comfortable acoustic-electric design. Built for effortless performance, it features Martin’s patented Sure Align® neck system, giving you unrestricted access to every fret, while the Low Profile Velocity neck barrel ensures a fast, natural feel. Its solid spruce top delivers crisp articulation and a broad dynamic range, while solid sapele back and sides provide warmth, punchy mids, and airy trebles. Sleek yet understated, it boasts a satin finish, black binding, and a single-ring faux abalone rosette, with an FSC®-certified Richlite® fingerboard and bridge for smooth playability and durability. When plugged in, Martin E1 electronics offer onboard volume, tone, and phase controls, plus a built-in chromatic tuner for silent, hassle-free tuning. Whether you’re playing at home, on stage, or in the studio, the SC-10E Spruce is a game-changer—an acoustic-electric that breaks free from tradition and plays as great as it sounds.Highlights
- S-13 Fret Cutaway body size
- Solid Sapele back and sides
- Spruce top with Natural top color
- Low Profile Velocity 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 - Custom Light
Top |
|
| Top Material | Spruce |
| Finish Top | Satin |
| Top Color | Natural |
| Top Inlay Material | Multi-Stripe |
| Top Detail | None |
| Binding | Black |
| Bridge Material | FSC® Certified Richlite® |
| Bridge Style | Sloped Modern Belly |
| Bridge String Spacing | 2 5/32" |
| Bridge Pin Material | Black Plastic |
| Bridge Pin Dots | White Plastic |
| Pickguard | Faux Tortoise |
| Pickguard Inlay | None |
| Rosette | Single Ring Faux Abalone |
| Saddle | Compensated White TUSQ® |
| Saddle Radius | 16" |
Body |
|
| Body Size | S-13 Fret Cutaway |
| Construction | Sure Align® Linear Dovetail Neck Joint |
| Back Material | Solid Sapele |
| Side Material | Solid Sapele |
| Back and Side Finish | Satin |
| Back and Sides Color | Medium Cherry Satin |
| Back Detail | None |
| Side Detail | None |
| Back Purfling/Strip | None |
| Back Inlay Material | None |
| Side Inlay Material | None |
| Bracing Pattern | Tone Tension X-Brace |
| Brace Shape | Treble Side Scalloped X with Non-Scalloped Tone Bars |
| Brace Material | Spruce |
| Brace Size | 5/16" with 1/4" Tone Bars |
| Heelcap | None |
| Endpiece | None |
| Endpiece Inlay | None |
Neck |
|
| Neck Shape | Low Profile Velocity |
| Neck Taper | High-Performance Taper |
| Neck Material | Select Hardwood |
| Neck Color | Natural |
| Finish Neck | Satin |
| Scale Length | 25.4" |
| Number of Frets Total | 20 |
| Neck Joins Body At | 13th Fret |
| Fingerboard Material | FSC® Certified Richlite® |
| 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 |
|
| Headstock Shape | Solid with Square Taper |
| Headplate Material | Figured Rosewood HPL |
| Headplate Logo Style | Script Ink |
| Headplate Binding Material | None |
| Tuning Machines | Chrome Enclosed Gear |
| Knob | Small |
| Nut Material | White Corian |
Misc |
|
| Case | Softshell |
| Label | Paper Label |
| Electronics | Yes |
| Electronics Options | Martin E1 |
| Pleked | true |
Martin
AUTHORIZED DEALERAvailable in store & online — Nantel Musique
Martin is one of the most recognized names in musical instruments worldwide. Known for exceptional build quality, innovative design, and reliable performance across every price range, Martin instruments are trusted by beginners and touring professionals alike.
at nantel musique, we carry a curated selection of martin acoustic guitars — each one inspected, set up, and backed by our expert team. every purchase includes our satisfaction guarantee and dedicated after-sales support.
