The Martin D-10E Retro is proof that you don’t have to chase vintage prices to get classic Martin tone and feel. Part of the Road Series, this dreadnought blends familiar Martin styling with modern playability and built-in electronics, making it a reliable choice for everything from living-room strumming to stage and studio work.
A solid spruce top paired with sapele back and sides gives the D-10E a clear, balanced voice with plenty of headroom. It has the kind of punch and projection you expect from a Martin dreadnought, while still staying articulate enough for lighter fingerstyle work. Scalloped X-bracing helps keep the response lively and open, whether you’re playing unplugged or running through the onboard Martin E1 electronics.
The neck is designed for comfort and versatility, featuring Martin’s PA Profile and a 16" radius fingerboard that feels natural in the hand right away. A 1.75" nut width offers a bit of extra room without feeling bulky, and the satin finish keeps everything smooth and fast. Subtle vintage touches—like the Aging Toner top, open-gear tuners, and understated dot inlays—round out the look without overdoing it.
Well-built, great-sounding, and easy to live with, the D-10E Retro is a no-nonsense Martin that delivers exactly what most players are looking for: classic tone, dependable performance, and real value.
Specs
• Dreadnought body shape
• Solid spruce top
• Sapele back and sides
• Satin finish
• Natural color with Aging Toner
• Scalloped X-bracing
• Select hardwood neck
• PA Profile neck shape
• 25.4" standard scale length
• 1.75" nut width
• Select hardwood fingerboard
• 16" fingerboard radius
• Dot fingerboard inlays
• 20 frets
• White Corian nut
• White TUSQ saddle
• Nickel open-gear tuners
• Martin E1 electronics
• Softshell case included
