Martin D-12E Road Series Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- Fishman MX-T electronics, 1/4 inch mono output
- Sitka spruce top, koa back per the specs
- D-14 fret body join, Performing Artist neck
- Richlite fretboard, phosphor bronze strings
- Soft-shell gig bag included
- 8 pounds, natural koa color
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A Road Series dreadnought with Fishman MX-T electronics, a gig bag and a high-performance taper neck. The wood description conflicts between sapele and koa across the title, specs and description.
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ASIN: B07MXF5JNCModel: D-12ECategory: Acoustic-Electric Guitars
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Overview
Not a bare acoustic, the D-12E pairs a Sitka spruce top with a Performing Artist neck shape. A Fishman MX-T system and a soft-shell gig bag are included with the guitar.
Onboard electronics and a bag arrive in one order, which suits a player heading straight to a gig. The limitation is the confusing wood detail, as the title says sapele while the specs and description point to koa.
Who it's for
Working musicians and serious students who want Martin quality in a plug-in dreadnought. Anyone who cares about the exact tonewood should confirm with the seller before buying.
Pros and cons
- Fishman MX-T electronics
- Soft-shell gig bag included
- Phosphor bronze strings
- Performing Artist neck shape
- Wood descriptions conflict
- Scale length not listed
Performance notes
A spruce top gives a quick, projecting dreadnought voice, and the taper of the neck is shaped for fast, comfortable playing. The electronics send the signal out through a quarter-inch mono jack. Tonal balance depends on which back and side wood the unit has.
Specifications
| Brand | Martin |
|---|---|
| Model | D-12E |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 8 poundshigher than 67% of 61 acoustic-electric guitars |
| Item dimensions | 47 x 20 x 9 inches |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | Sitka spruce |
| Fretboard Material Type | Richlite |
| String Material Type | Phosphor bronze |
| Back Material Type | Koa (title says sapele) |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Soft-shell gig bag |
| Other details | |
| Connector Type | 1/4 inch mono phone plug (TS) |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Body style | Dreadnought |
| Electronics | Fishman MX-T |
| Neck design | Performing Artist, high-performance taper, D-14 fret |
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Frequently asked questions
What comes with the Martin D-12E?
A soft-shell gig bag and Fishman MX-T electronics, as the included components field states.
Is the Martin D-12E back sapele or koa?
The title says sapele, while the specs list koa for the back and the description mentions koa veneer.
What output does the Martin D-12E use?
A 1/4 inch mono phone plug (TS).