Bold and balanced, the D-10E Retro pairs spruce and sapele with scalloped X-bracing for strong bass and clear projection. Vintage-inspired details and modern comfort make it your road to Martin’s iconic Dreadnought sound and feel. Description 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. 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. Add in versatile E1 electronics with a built-in tuner and a softshell case, and you’ve got a Dreadnought that’s ready for every gig, jam, and idea that comes your way. Whether you're starting your journey or leveling up, the D-10E Retro puts iconic Martin tone within reach. Specifications Highlights D-14 Fret body size Sapele back and sides Spruce top with Aging Toner top color PA Profile neck with High-Performance Taper 1 3/4'' fingerboard width at nut Softshell case Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan® 2.0 Guitar Strings Phosphor Bronze - Light Top Top Material: Spruce Finish Top: Satin Top Color: Aging Toner Top Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe Top Detail: None Binding: Black Bridge Material: Ebony Bridge Style: Modern Belly Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32" Bridge Pin Material: White Plastic Bridge Pin Dots: Black Pickguard: Faux Tortoise Pickguard Inlay: None Rosette: Single Ring Fiber Saddle: White Tusq Saddle Radius: 16" Body Body Size: D-14 Fret Construction: Mortise & Tenon Neck Joint Back Material: Sapele Side Material: Sapele Back and Side Finish: Satin Back and Sides Color: Dark Mahogany Back Detail: None Side Detail: None Back Purfling/Strip: None Back Inlay Material: None Side Inlay Material: None Bracing Pattern: X-Brace Brace Shape: Scalloped Brace Material: Spruce Brace Size: 5/16" Heelcap: Black Endpiece: None Endpiece Inlay: None Neck Neck Shape: PA Profile Neck Taper: High-Performance Taper Neck Material: Select Hardwood Neck Color: Natural Finish Neck: Hand-Applied Scale Length: 25.4" Number of Frets Total: 20 Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret Fingerboard Material: Ebony Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8'' Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4'' Fingerboard Inlay Style: Style 28 Dots Fingerboard Inlay Material: Faux Mother-of-Pearl Fingerboard Binding Material: None Side Dots: White Headstock Headstock Shape: Solid Headplate Material: Brazilian Rosewood HPL Headplate Logo Style: Script Ink Headplate Binding Material: None Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear Knob: Black Plastic Nut Material: White Corian Misc Case: Softshell Label: Paper Label Electronics: Yes Electronics Options: Martin E1 Left Handed Availability: true Pleked: true