Martin D-12E Retro Road Series Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- Dreadnought, spruce top with sapele back and sides
- E1 electronics with built-in tuner
- Performing Artist neck, high-performance taper
- Old-style dot inlays, butterbean tuners
- Gloss finish, Style 18-inspired visuals
- Softshell case included
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A road-ready dreadnought acoustic-electric with built-in tuner and a softshell case, styled after classic Martins. The string count is not stated in the listing.
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ASIN: B0GFXLD967Model: D-12E RetroCategory: Steel String Acoustic Guitars
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Overview
A touring player or weekend gigger gets a ready-to-plug-in dreadnought in the Martin Road Series. Spruce and sapele deliver bold projection, and a gloss finish with old-style dot inlays and butterbean tuners adds vintage appeal.
Plug-in reliability and a protective case are the reason to look: E1 electronics and an onboard tuner maintain consistent performance, and the case suits travel. The limit is documentation, as there is no scale length, weight or string count.
Who it's for
A working player who moves between rehearsals, stages and the road gets a dependable plug-in guitar. Buyers who want a compact travel body, or who need to verify string count and size, should check other listings.
Pros and cons
- E1 electronics with built-in tuner
- Performing Artist neck feels smooth
- Spruce top and sapele back and sides
- Butterbean tuners and dot inlays
- String count not listed
- Dreadnought body is large
- Right hand orientation only
Performance notes
A spruce top and sapele back and sides give bold projection with balanced tone. The E1 electronics and tuner give consistent amplified sound and quick tuning. The Performing Artist profile with a high-performance taper makes fretting smooth.
Specifications
| Brand | Martin |
|---|---|
| Model | D-12E Retro |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Instrument Size | Dreadnought |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | Spruce |
| Back Material Type | Sapele |
| Finish type | Gloss |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Softshell case |
| Other details | |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | E1 with built-in tuner |
| Neck profile | Performing Artist, high-performance taper |
| Inlays | Old-style dot |
| Tuners | Butterbean |
Frequently asked questions
Does the Martin D-12E come with a case?
Yes. A softshell case is included.