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Name: Martin Road Series D-10E Retro Special 12-String Electro Acoustic Guitar
Brand: Martin
SKU: SPD10ER12S
Price: 1199.00 GBP
Availability: InStock

Martin Road Series D-10E Retro Special 12-String Electro Acoustic Guitar

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£1,199.00

This is a New Martin Road Series D-10E Retro Special 12-String Electro Acoustic Guitar from Martin, now available in the Guitar category on Guitars Pedals Amps and Stuff.. Read More below.

Description

Description

The Martin Road Series D-10E Retro Special 12-String is a workhorse Dreadnought built for players who need inspiring tone every time they pick up a guitar. With a solid spruce top, solid sapele back and sides and scalloped X-bracing, it delivers bold projection, strong low-end power and a lively, responsive feel that shines on stage, in the studio or at home. Add in comfortable modern playability and onboard E1 electronics, and you have a reliable 12-string that makes classic shimmering textures and rich accompaniment effortlessly accessible. Whether you are discovering the magic of a 12-string for the first time or looking to upgrade to a solid-wood Martin, the D-10E Retro 12-String Special puts that iconic, open Martin voice within reach. Its satin finish and ageing toner top give it a subtly vintage look, while the Performing Artist neck profile and hand-applied neck finish keep it feeling fast and familiar in your hands. It is a time-tested tool designed to keep up with every gig, jam and song idea that comes your way. Solid-Wood Dreadnought Power The classic D-14 fret Dreadnought body, paired with a solid spruce top and solid sapele back and sides, gives the D-10E Retro 12-String Special a big, confident voice. Spruce provides clarity, headroom and dynamic range, while sapele adds warmth and focus, helping those octave strings stay defined rather than muddy. Scalloped X-bracing lets the top move more freely, enhancing volume and responsiveness so your light fingerpicking and hard strumming both come through with authority. Comfortable Performing Artist Neck Martin’s Performing Artist neck profile is designed for modern playability, making this 12-string feel far less intimidating under the left hand. The select hardwood neck and ebony fingerboard offer a smooth, stable platform, while the 1 7/8 inch nut width gives each pair of strings enough room without feeling overly wide. Combined with the hand-applied neck finish, chord changes, barre shapes and melodic lines all feel more relaxed and controlled, even during longer sets. Stage-Ready E1 Electronics With E1 electronics onboard, the D-10E Retro 12-String Special is ready to plug in whenever inspiration strikes. The system is voiced to capture the guitar’s natural acoustic character, preserving the chime, depth and sparkle that make a 12-string so distinctive. A built-in tuner keeps you in check between songs, helping you quickly dial in accurate tuning across all twelve strings so you can focus on the performance rather than the setup. Retro-Inspired Style, Road-Ready Build A satin finish across the body and neck, black binding and an ageing toner top give this model a tasteful, retro-inspired aesthetic that looks at home under any stage light. Chrome enclosed gear tuners provide reliable, precise tuning stability, while the faux tortoise pickguard adds a classic finishing touch. It is a guitar that looks as solid and dependable as it sounds, built to handle the demands of regular playing while maintaining that unmistakable Martin character. Key Features Solid Spruce Top with Solid Sapele Back and Sides – A fully solid-wood construction delivers a bold, resonant voice with strong bass, clear mids and sparkling highs. The combination of spruce and sapele ensures your 12-string parts cut through a mix while still sounding warm and musical. Scalloped X-Bracing – The scalloped X-bracing pattern allows the top to vibrate more freely, increasing projection and dynamic response. This helps every strum and arpeggio feel lively and expressive, bringing out the natural shimmer of the paired strings. Performing Artist Neck Profile – A comfortable PA neck shape, select hardwood construction and ebony fingerboard make this 12-string surprisingly easy to play. The slightly wider nut width offers string separation for clean fretting, while still feeling approachable for players used to six-string acoustics. E1 Electronics with Built-In Tuner – Integrated E1 electronics provide a …

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About the manufacturer

Martin

Martin is one of the most revered names in acoustic guitar history, renowned for its unmatched craftsmanship, tone, and tradition. Founded in 1833 by Christian Frederick Martin, the company pioneered many of the design features that define the modern acoustic guitar, including the dreadnought body shape and X-bracing. Handmade in Nazareth, Pennsylvania, Martin guitars are celebrated for their rich, resonant sound and exceptional build quality. Favoured by artists from Johnny Cash and Neil Young to Ed Sheeran, a Martin guitar embodies timeless tone and heritage, offering players an instrument that only gets better with age.

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Electro-Acoustic Guitars

Electro-acoustic guitars combine the natural sound and feel of an acoustic guitar with built-in electronics for amplification. Fitted with pickups and preamp controls, they allow you to plug directly into an amp, PA system, or recording setup while retaining an acoustic character. They’re ideal for live performance, rehearsal, and home recording, offering volume control and tonal adjustment without relying solely on microphones. Electro-acoustic guitars suit players who want the warmth and responsiveness of an acoustic instrument with the flexibility to play amplified when needed.

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