Martin D-10E Retro Road Series Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- Dreadnought, full-size body
- Spruce top, sapele back and sides
- Scalloped X-bracing, Performing Artist neck
- Ebony fretboard, 25.4 inch scale
- E1 electronics, 1/4 inch mono plug
- Softshell case included
- 12 pounds, 46.7 x 19.5 x 8.3 inches
Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A road-ready full-size dreadnought with E1 electronics and a softshell case, for players who want classic Martin bass and dynamic response. Warranty terms are left to the seller.
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ASIN: B0GFXZ1PNSModel: D-10E RetroCategory: Acoustic-Electric Guitars
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Overview
Bringing classic dreadnought sound into a road-ready package, the Martin Retro Road Series guitar pairs a spruce top with sapele back and sides and scalloped X-bracing. Vintage-style details nod to heritage, and a Performing Artist neck smooths playing.
Bold projection and balanced tone are the reason to look, with rich bass, clear mids and dynamic response. The limit is the body: a full-size dreadnought is big for small players and for travel in tight spaces.
Who it's for
A band player or songwriter who wants the dreadnought sound on stage and at home gets plug-in readiness and a case. Fingerstyle players wanting a smaller body should look at other shapes.
Pros and cons
- Dreadnought bass and clear mids
- E1 electronics included
- Scalloped X-bracing for response
- Softshell case included
- Large dreadnought body
- Warranty terms left to seller
- Right hand orientation only
Performance notes
A spruce top with sapele back and sides delivers rich bass, clear mids and dynamic response, with scalloped X-bracing adding responsiveness. The Performing Artist neck offers smooth, modern playability. The E1 electronics send the acoustic tone through a mono phone plug.
Specifications
| Brand | Martin |
|---|---|
| Model | D-10E Retro |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Scale Length | 25.4 inches |
| Item weight | 12 poundshigher than 87% of 61 acoustic-electric guitars |
| Item dimensions | 46.7 x 19.5 x 8.3 inches |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Instrument Size | Full-size dreadnought |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | Spruce Wood |
| Body Material Type | Sapele |
| Neck Material Type | Select Hardwood |
| Fretboard Material Type | Ebony Wood |
| String Material Type | Phosphor Bronze |
| Color | Aging Toner |
| Back Material Type | Sapele |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Softshell Case |
| Other details | |
| Guitar Pickup Configuration | Martin E1 |
| Connector Type | 1/4 inch (6.35mm) mono phone plug |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
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Frequently asked questions
Will the Martin D-10E work with a standard guitar cable?
Yes. The connector is a 1/4 inch mono phone plug, which matches a standard instrument cable. No cable is listed as included.
Does the D-10E Retro come with a case?
Yes. A softshell case is included.
What electronics does it have?
Martin E1 electronics, listed as built in.