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Martin D-10E Retro Acoustic Electric Guitar with Soft Shell Case

The Martin D-10E Retro delivers timeless design, modern craftsmanship, & bold projection. Features strong bass with dynamic voice, Spruce top, Sapele body, & Martin E1 electronics.

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    Martin D-10E Retro Acoustic Electric Guitar

    This isn't just a guitar; it's a cannon with strings. The Martin D-10E Retro is the quintessential workhorse Dreadnought, built to be loud, proud, and ready for the long haul.

    Melding a timeless Martin aesthetic with modern playability, the D-10E is a reliable tool for late-night songwriting sessions, rowdy gigs, and front-porch jams. It delivers that signature acoustic boom effortlessly, putting iconic, world-class sound right in your hands.

    Martin D-10E Retro Big Sound, Effortless Playability

    Big Sound, Effortless Playability

    The D-10E Retro balances earth-shaking resonance with a buttery-smooth feel. Crafted from premium tonewoods and featuring a neck built for marathon sessions, it translates your musical ideas into bold, room-filling sound without wearing out your fretting hand.

    • Solid Spruce Top: The spruce top acts like a massive megaphone, pushing out bold projection and crisp, clear highs that effortlessly cut through the noise.
    • Solid Sapele Back and Sides: Sapele provides a strong, woody foundation with plenty of low-end thump, balancing the brightness of the spruce with a rich, resonant warmth.
    • Scalloped X-Bracing: Tucked neatly under the hood, scalloped X-bracing allows the top to roar freely, creating a highly responsive dynamic voice that reacts instantly to your every command.

    Smooth, Fast, and Flawless

    A great-sounding acoustic guitar that feels like wrestling a bear will just end up as expensive wall art. That’s why the "Retro" gets a modern twist. The neck is precision-engineered for pure comfort, giving you a smooth, fast playing experience from the first chord to the final, sweat-drenched encore. Your fretting hand won't feel like it just went ten rounds with a heavyweight champ.

    • Performing Artist Neck Profile: Designed for relentless playing, this sleek profile drastically reduces hand fatigue so you can play longer, harder, and faster without breaking a sweat.
    • Select Hardwood and Ebony: A sturdy select hardwood neck paired with a slick ebony fretboard ensures every slide, bend, and hammer-on feels incredibly buttery and precise.
    • Player-Focused Comfort: The meticulous fretwork and setup mean you get low action and effortless chording right out of the box, letting you focus entirely on your music instead of fighting the instrument.
    Martin D-10E Retro Smooth, Fast, and Flawless
    Martin D-10E Retro Hardware That’s Ready for the Spotlight

    Hardware That’s Ready for the Spotlight

    You need gear that looks the part and performs flawlessly when the spotlight hits. Wrapped in an understated, road-worn aesthetic, this guitar feels like a seasoned veteran the moment you pull it out of the gig bag. Plus, with high-quality onboard electronics, your acoustic thunder translates perfectly to the PA system.

    • Martin E1 Electronics: Plug in and be heard. This built-in system faithfully delivers your natural acoustic tone to the mixing board, and the convenient onboard tuner keeps you pitch-perfect between songs.
    • Built-In Tuner: Stay perfectly pitched in the middle of a chaotic set with the discreet, easy-to-read built-in tuner.
    • Road-Ready Softshell Case: Because a workhorse needs a stable, the included premium softshell case protects your investment from the bumps, bruises, and spilled beers of the road.

    The Ultimate Acoustic Companion

    Stop dreaming about that iconic Dreadnought tone and start playing it. The Martin D-10E Retro bridges the gap between vintage acoustic charm and modern gigging reliability. Grab hold of this heavy-hitting six-string, hit your favorite chord, and hear exactly what you've been missing.

    Martin D-10E Retro The Ultimate Acoustic Companion

    Martin D-10E Retro Guitar Features:

    • Dreadnought body shape for bold projection and strong bass
    • Solid Spruce top paired with a solid Sapele body
    • Scalloped X-bracing for enhanced punch and dynamic resonance
    • Select Hardwood neck featuring the comfortable Performing Artist profile
    • Smooth Ebony fretboard for effortless fretting
    • Built-in Martin E1 electronics for flawless amplified tone
    • Convenient onboard tuner to keep your pitch locked in
    • Sleek satin finish with understated black binding
    • Includes a durable softshell case for gig-ready protection

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    Martin D-10E Retro Acoustic Electric Guitar with Soft Shell Case Specifications

    Martin D-10E Retro Acoustic Electric Guitar with Soft Shell Case Specifications
    Product Specifications
    • Body Size: D-14 Fret
    • Top Material: Spruce
    • Bracing Pattern: X Brace
    • Brace Shape: Scalloped
    • Back Material: Sapele
    • Side Material: Sapele
    • Neck Material: Select Hardwood
    • Neck Shape: PA Profile
    • Fingerboard Material: Ebony
    • Scale Length: 25.4"
    • Number of Frets Total: 20
    • Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1-3/4"
    • Fingerboard Inlay Style: 28 Style Dots
    • Back and Side Finish: Satin
    • Finish Top: Satin
    • Top Color: Aging Toner
    • Finish Neck: Hand-Applied
    • Bridge Material: Ebony
    • Saddle: White Tusq
    • Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
    • Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
    • Case: Softshell
    • Electronics: Martin E1
    • Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 - Light MA540T
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