Sound Pure's Take
Combining classic dreadnought volume with understated modern styling, the Martin D10-E Retro matches a solid spruce top treated with Aging Toner under a satin finish to solid sapele back and sides stained in dark mahogany. The select hardwood neck features a comfortable Performing Artist profile with a High-Performance Taper, holding a 25.4" scale ebony fingerboard with Style 28 faux mother-of-pearl dots and a 1 3/4" White Corian nut. Outfitted with black body binding, a single ring fiber rosette, a faux tortoise pickguard, nickel open-gear tuners with black plastic knobs, and an ebony belly bridge with a white TUSQ saddle, this gig-ready dreadnought weighs 4 lbs 10 oz and includes a protective softshell case.
From Martin and Co.
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.
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 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"
Endpiece: None
Endpiece Inlay: None
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
Heelcap: Black
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 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®
Case: Softshell
Weight: 4lbs 10oz
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