The Martin D-10E Retro
The Martin D-10E Retro is a time-tested tool built to go the distance. With a solid spruce top, solid sapele back and sides, and scalloped X-bracing, it delivers bold projection, strong bass, and a dynamic voice that holds its own in any mix.

Classic Look, Smooth Modern Feel
The satin finish, black binding, and vintage-style open gear tuners give it a classic look, while the Performing Artist neck profile ensures a smooth, modern playing experience. The D-14 fret body size pairs with a 1 3/4" fingerboard width at the nut, delivering the comfortable, familiar feel Martin players expect in that big Dreadnought frame.
Built From Proven Tonewoods
A solid Sitka spruce top with an Aging Toner finish sits atop sapele back and sides, finished in a Dark Mahogany satin. Scalloped X-bracing beneath the top unlocks the volume and low-end punch that's made the Dreadnought shape a stage and studio staple for generations, while an ebony fingerboard and Modern Belly ebony bridge keep the build focused on tone.
Stage-Ready Electronics
Add in versatile E1 electronics with a built-in tuner, and the D-10E Retro is ready for every gig, jam, and idea that comes your way. A softshell case is included, so it's ready to travel the moment it leaves the store.
Whether you're starting your journey or leveling up, the D-10E Retro puts iconic Martin tone within reach.
Why We Love This
Musicians reach for the D-10E Retro when they need the classic Dreadnought roar without a flagship price tag. The sapele back and sides deliver strong bass and bold projection that cuts through a full band mix, and the E1 electronics with built-in tuner mean it's gig-ready straight out of the case. It's the same accessible entry point as the 000-10E Retro, just built for players who want more low-end power.
Features:
- D-14 fret Dreadnought body size for bold projection
- Solid spruce top with Aging Toner color
- Solid sapele back and sides, satin finish
- Scalloped X-bracing for strong bass and dynamic voice
- Performing Artist neck profile with High-Performance Taper
- Ebony fingerboard with Style 28 dot inlays
- Vintage-style nickel open gear tuners
- E1 electronics with built-in tuner
- White TUSQ saddle, White Corian nut
- Includes softshell case and pre-strung Lifespan 2.0 strings