The Martin 0-10E Retro Jason Isbell is a Custom Artist Road Series model inspired by Jason’s vintage 1940 Martin 0-17, the guitar he used to record his album Foxes in the Snow. Designed to deliver that same intimate, soulful sound in a more accessible format, this all-mahogany 0-14 fret model pairs solid tonewoods with modern playability and integrated electronics for today’s working songwriter.

Featuring a solid mahogany top, back, and sides, the 0-10E Retro offers warm, focused tone with clear trebles and a punchy midrange. Its Performing Artist neck profile and short 24.9" scale make for a smooth, comfortable feel, while the scalloped X-bracing enhances clarity and responsiveness. A faux tortoise pickguard, nickel open-gear tuners, and East Indian rosewood fingerboard and bridge provide classic 17-style details and understated elegance.

Equipped with Martin E1 electronics, this guitar is stage-ready while maintaining its vintage acoustic character. Strung with Martin Era-Artist Light strings co-developed with Jason Isbell, the 0-10E Retro is a soulful, road-ready instrument designed for players who value honesty, warmth, and tone above all.

Highlights

• Solid mahogany construction delivers warm, balanced tone with rich midrange
• Inspired by Jason Isbell’s 1940 Martin 0-17 featured on Foxes in the Snow
• Scalloped X-bracing enhances clarity and dynamic response
• Performing Artist neck with short scale for exceptional comfort and playability
• Martin E1 electronics for natural, stage-ready amplification
• Includes Martin softshell case

Body

• Body Size: 0-14 Fret
• Top Material: Solid Mahogany
• Back Material: Solid Mahogany
• Side Material: Solid Mahogany
• Bracing Pattern: Scalloped X-Brace
• Finish: Satin
• Color: Dark Mahogany

Neck

• Material: Select Hardwood
• Shape: Performing Artist (PA) Profile
• Scale Length: 24.9"
• Fingerboard Material: East Indian Rosewood
• Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
• Fingerboard Inlay: Old Style 17
• Neck Finish: Satin

Hardware

• Bridge: East Indian Rosewood
• Saddle: White Tusq
• Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
• Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
• Nut Material: White Tusq

Electronics

• System: Martin E1
• Controls: Volume, Tone, Phase
• Output: 1/4"

Miscellaneous

• Strings: Martin Era – Artist Light (MJI12T1)
• Case: Softshell
  
• Country of Origin: Mexico

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