Martin D-12E Retro w/Softshell Case

The Martin D-12E Retro blends classic dreadnought power with modern playability and stage-ready electronics. Built with a solid spruce top and solid sapele back and sides, it offers a warm, balanced voice supported by strong low-end presence and clear mids. The full-body gloss finish adds richness to the guitar’s visual character while enhancing tonal depth and resonance. Scalloped X-bracing increases responsiveness, allowing the instrument to project confidently whether strummed or flatpicked.

A Performing Artist neck with a high-performance taper ensures an easy-to-play feel across the fingerboard, while vintage-inspired touches—including old-style dot inlays, a multi-stripe rosette, and nickel open-gear tuners—evoke Martin’s Style 18 heritage. Outfitted with Martin E1 electronics, a built-in tuner, and a softshell case, the D-12E Retro is designed to support players onstage, in the studio, and everywhere in between.

Highlights

• Solid spruce top with solid sapele back and sides for warm, balanced tonal character
• Scalloped X-bracing enhances projection and dynamic response
• Performing Artist neck profile for reliable comfort and smooth playability
• Vintage-inspired Style 18 appointments
• Equipped with Martin E1 electronics and includes softshell case

Specifications

Body

• Body Size: D-14 Fret
• Top Wood: Spruce
• Back Wood: Sapele
• Side Wood: Sapele
• Bracing Pattern: X-Brace
• Brace Shape: Scalloped
• Top Color: Aging Toner
• Top Finish: Gloss
• Back & Side Finish: Gloss
• Pickguard: Faux Tortoise

Neck

• Neck Material: Select Hardwood
• Neck Shape: PA Profile
• Scale Length: 25.4"
• Number of Frets: 20
• Fingerboard Wood: Ebony
• Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
• Fingerboard Inlay: Old Style 18
• Neck Finish: Hand-Applied

Hardware

• Bridge: Ebony
• Saddle: White Tusq
• Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear

Electronics

• Electronics: Martin E1

Miscellaneous

• Case: Softshell
• Left-Handed Availability: Yes
• Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Light (MA540T)

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