Description
The Martin 000-10E Retro Sapele is a time tested electro acoustic guitar built for players who value tone, feel, and simplicity. Part of the Martin Road Series, this versatile instrument delivers classic Martin sound with modern playability, making it equally at home on stage, in the studio, or for everyday playing.
Constructed with a solid sapele top, back, and sides, the 000-10E Retro Sapele produces punchy midrange, clear trebles, and a warm, balanced low end that suits a wide range of musical styles. Its satin finish and vintage inspired details give it a stripped back, timeless aesthetic, while built in electronics ensure it is ready for live performance straight out of the case.
Main Features
- 000-14 fret body size for comfort and balance
- All solid sapele top, back, and sides
- Scalloped X bracing for enhanced resonance
- Performing Artist neck profile for modern playability
- 24.9 inch scale length
- 1 ¾ inch nut width
- Select hardwood fingerboard with diamond and square short inlays
- Vintage style nickel open gear tuning machines
- Martin E1 electronics with built in tuner
- Softshell case included
All Solid Sapele Construction
The solid sapele construction gives the 000-10E Retro a focused, woody character with strong midrange presence and excellent note definition. Scalloped X bracing allows the top to resonate freely, delivering a responsive and dynamic playing experience whether strumming or fingerpicking.
Comfortable Neck and Playing Feel
A Performing Artist neck profile ensures smooth, comfortable playability across the fingerboard, making this guitar suitable for long sessions and a wide range of playing styles. The 1 ¾ inch nut width offers extra space for fingerstyle players while remaining comfortable for chord work.
Stage Ready Electronics
Equipped with Martin E1 electronics, the 000-10E Retro Sapele is ready for live performance and recording. The system includes intuitive controls and a built in chromatic tuner, allowing quick adjustments without the need for additional gear.
Classic Martin Style
Finished in satin with a dark mahogany top colour, faux tortoise pickguard, and vintage style open gear tuners, the 000-10E Retro Sapele captures a classic Martin look with understated road ready appeal.
Specifications
- Body Size: 000-14 Fret
- Top Material: Solid Sapele
- Back and Sides: Solid Sapele
- Bracing Pattern: X Brace
- Brace Shape: Scalloped
- Neck Material: Select Hardwood
- Neck Shape: Performing Artist Profile
- Fingerboard Material: Select Hardwood
- Scale Length: 24.9 inches
- Number of Frets: 20
- Nut Width: 1 ¾ inches
- Fingerboard Inlays: Diamond and Square Short
- Top Finish: Satin
- Back and Side Finish: Satin
- Top Colour: Dark Mahogany
- Bridge Material: Select Hardwood
- Saddle: White Tusk
- Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
- Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
- Electronics: Martin E1
- Case: Softshell
- Left Handed Version Available: Yes
- Recommended Strings: Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Light MA540T
Built to work hard and sound great wherever you take it, the Martin 000-10E Retro Sapele is a dependable, great sounding electro acoustic guitar that delivers classic Martin tone with modern reliability.
Delivery
This product is in stock and ready to ship
This item is normally sent to Mainland UK addresses by DPD who generally provide a one-hour window of delivery on the morning of delivery by email or text message.
FREE delivery within mainland UK
UK Non-Mainland: from £12
Rep. of Ireland and Mainland Europe: from £30 (calculated at checkout).
Order this item before 2pm we will despatch it on the same day
Warranty Information
Martin Warranty Information: 1 year or Limited Lifetime Warranty for the original owner
Please note this information is provided for guidance only as manufacturer warranties may be updated from time to time
3 years warranty for VIP members
