{"product_id":"martin-d-12e-retro-sapele-w-softshell-case","title":"Martin D-12E Retro w\/Softshell Case","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHighlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid spruce top with solid sapele back and sides for warm, balanced tonal character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScalloped X-bracing enhances projection and dynamic response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerforming Artist neck profile for reliable comfort and smooth playability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage-inspired Style 18 appointments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEquipped with Martin E1 electronics and includes softshell case\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBody\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBody Size: D-14 Fret\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop Wood: Spruce\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack Wood: Sapele\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSide Wood: Sapele\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBracing Pattern: X-Brace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrace Shape: Scalloped\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop Color: Aging Toner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTop Finish: Gloss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBack \u0026amp; Side Finish: Gloss\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePickguard: Faux Tortoise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNeck\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Material: Select Hardwood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Shape: PA Profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale Length: 25.4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of Frets: 20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard Wood: Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFingerboard Inlay: Old Style 18\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeck Finish: Hand-Applied\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHardware\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBridge: Ebony\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSaddle: White Tusq\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eElectronics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eElectronics: Martin E1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMiscellaneous\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCase: Softshell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeft-Handed Availability: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Light (MA540T)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Buy from Tone Shop Guitars?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Tone Shop Guitars, we pride ourselves on offering a curated selection of instruments backed by knowledgeable staff and exceptional customer service. Whether you're shopping online or visiting us in person, our goal is to help you find the right guitar and deliver a top-tier experience every step of the way.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46986889756929,"sku":"11D12ERETRO","price":1349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0856\/7056\/files\/MartinD-12ERetroSapele.png?v=1765471005","url":"https:\/\/www.toneshopguitars.com\/products\/martin-d-12e-retro-sapele-w-softshell-case","provider":"Tone Shop Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}