Martin DE Retro Plus Granadillo Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Torrefied Spruce | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls

The Martin DE Retro Plus Granadillo is inspired by legendary 28-style models, bringing timeless design together with modern craftsmanship for players chasing tone, power, and performance. This Made in Mexico dreadnought features a torrefied solid spruce top that's thermally aged for a broken-in sound with bold projection and vintage character right out of the box. Paired with solid granadillo back and sides, this guitar delivers powerful bass, clear highs, and long, rich sustain—everything you expect from a classic Dreadnought sound with contemporary playability and stage-ready electronics.

Product Overview

The DE Retro Plus Granadillo showcases premium tonewood selection with a torrefied solid spruce top that has been thermally aged to accelerate the natural aging process, delivering mature tone quality typically found in vintage instruments. The solid granadillo back and sides provide exceptional tonal depth with powerful bass response and sparkling treble clarity, creating a wide dynamic range perfect for both delicate fingerpicking and aggressive strumming. The gloss finish with aging toner top enhances the vintage aesthetic while protecting the instrument's premium construction.

The Performing Artist neck profile in select hardwood offers modern comfort for extended playing sessions, while the ebony fingerboard with 28-style dot inlays provides a smooth, responsive playing surface with 20 frets. With a 25.4" scale length and D-14 fret dreadnought body size, this guitar delivers the commanding presence and projection that made the dreadnought body style a standard in acoustic music. The 1 3/4" nut width accommodates various playing techniques, from rhythm strumming to intricate lead work.

Equipped with LR Baggs Element electronics and Style 28 vintage-inspired details, the DE Retro Plus Granadillo transitions seamlessly from unplugged rehearsals to amplified performances. Scalloped X-bracing adds dynamic punch and tonal complexity, while nickel open gear tuners and a white Tusq saddle ensure stable tuning and excellent intonation. This stage-ready workhorse arrives in a protective softshell case, built for players who demand professional tone and reliable performance wherever the road leads.

Ideal For

• Singer-songwriters and bandleaders seeking powerful projection and commanding stage presence
• Bluegrass and country players who need clear note separation and robust low-end response
• Professional touring musicians requiring reliable, road-worthy instruments with premium electronics
• Recording artists who demand rich tonal complexity and wide dynamic range for studio work
• Intermediate to advanced players wanting authentic Martin dreadnought tone with modern playability features

Key Features

Torrefied Solid Spruce Top with Scalloped X-Bracing

The thermally aged torrefied spruce top delivers instant vintage character with bold projection and mature tonal complexity typically found in well-played instruments. Scalloped X-bracing enhances the top's responsiveness and dynamic range, creating the punchy fundamentals and articulate overtones that define premium Martin dreadnoughts.

Solid Granadillo Back and Sides

Solid granadillo tonewood provides exceptional depth and clarity with powerful bass response, clear highs, and long sustain characteristic of classic Dreadnought sound. This premium tonewood offers tonal richness similar to rosewood while adding its own unique voice, making every performance memorable and impactful.

Performing Artist Neck Profile

The modern Performing Artist neck shape in select hardwood delivers comfortable playability for all playing styles and hand sizes. The ebony fingerboard with 20 frets and 1 3/4" nut width provides smooth action and excellent note definition, making this guitar easy and comfortable to play for hours.

LR Baggs Element Electronics

Professional-grade LR Baggs Element electronics capture the guitar's natural acoustic voice with clarity and presence. This reliable pickup system delivers consistent amplified tone for stage performances, studio recording, and practice sessions, ensuring your sound translates faithfully through any sound system.

Vintage-Inspired Style 28 Details

Style 28 appointments including faux tortoise pickguard, aging toner finish, and classic Martin aesthetics create a timeless look that honors Martin's heritage. The gloss finish, nickel open gear tuners, and traditional detailing combine vintage charm with modern durability for a guitar that looks as good as it sounds.

What's Included

• Martin DE Retro Plus Granadillo acoustic-electric guitar
• Softshell case for protection and portability
• Martin factory warranty
• Contact us about professional setup and shipping options to Idaho Falls

Specification Details

Body D-14 Fret Dreadnought, torrefied solid spruce top with solid granadillo back and sides Neck Select hardwood, Performing Artist (PA) profile, satin finish Fretboard Ebony, 25.4" scale length, 1 3/4" width at nut Scale Length 25.4 inches Frets 20, 28-style dot inlays Pickups LR Baggs Element electronics Electronics LR Baggs Element system with onboard controls Hardware White Tusq saddle, ebony bridge, nickel open gear tuners Finish Gloss finish on back and sides, gloss finish top with aging toner Bracing Scalloped X-bracing pattern Pickguard Faux tortoise Case Softshell case included Country of Origin Made in Mexico UPC 729789699129

Get Your Hands on This Acoustic-Electric Guitar Today

Experience the commanding presence and vintage-inspired tone of the Martin DE Retro Plus Granadillo at No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls. Our knowledgeable staff can demonstrate this dreadnought's powerful projection and help you explore its versatile tonal capabilities in person. Visit our showroom to try the DE Retro Plus Granadillo and discover why Martin dreadnoughts remain the gold standard for acoustic guitarists, or contact us today to learn more about this exceptional instrument and our purchasing options.