The Martin DE Retro Plus Mahogany is your brand-new old friend. Inspired byour legendary flagship models, this acoustic-electric Dreadnought is the real deal–delivering bold tone, exceptional playability, and vintage sound and style thanks to cutting-edge craftsmanship. It’s not your grandparent’s guitar, but its enduring quality andtimeless appeal just might make it your grandkid’s someday.
Central to this instrument is its torrefied solid spruce top. Using our own proprietarythermal aging process, this top achieves the seasoned tone and resonance of a well-lovedvintage guitar from the very first strum. This premium feature, long reserved forMartin’sAuthentic and Modern Deluxe series, is now offered for the first time in the Road Series.The result is a beautifully broken-in sound that feels familiar and inspiring from the firststrum.
Paired with solid mahogany back and sides and scallopedspruce X bracing, the DE RetroPlus Mahogany delivers a robust, full-bodied sound with excellent clarity and projection.The satin Performing Artist neck and its high-performance taper ensure a smooth,comfortable playing experience, whether you’re digging in or picking intricate melodies.The full gloss body, aging toner, black binding, and ebony fingerboard and bridge areclassic touches, making this guitar as beautiful to look at as it is to play.
Equipped with Martin E1 electronics, featuring a built-in tuner and adjustable volume,tone, and phase controls, this guitar is perfectly equipped for the stage and studio.
