Martin 000-10E Retro Acoustic Electric Guitar

The Martin 000-10E Retro is a standout addition to the 2026 Road Series, designed for players who love the "Golden Era" aesthetic but need a guitar built for the rigors of the modern road. It takes the classic Auditorium platform and finishes it with vintage-inspired touches that make it look and feel like a family heirloom from day one.

While the "Modern" track of the Road Series pushes boundaries with new shapes, the Retro track focuses on refined, time-tested Martin DNA.

The Soul of a Classic

• The 000 Body Shape: Known for its legendary balance and "lap-friendly" ergonomics, the 000-14 Fret body is the ultimate all-rounder. It provides more midrange focus and note separation than a Dreadnought, making it a favorite for fingerstyle players and singer-songwriters.
• Solid Tonewood Construction: This is a professional-grade instrument featuring a Solid Spruce top and Solid Sapele back and sides. Unlike laminated guitars, these solid timbers will "open up" and sound even richer as the years go by.
• Aging Toner Finish: The top is treated with Martin’s specialized Aging Toner, giving the spruce a warm, amber hue that mimics decades of natural aging. This is paired with a smooth satin finish that feels "broken-in" the moment you pick it up.

Designed for the Player

• Performing Artist Neck: Don't let the "Retro" name fool you—this guitar plays with modern ease. The PA neck profile features a high-performance taper that is slim and fast, feeling more like a contemporary electric neck than a bulky vintage V-shape.
• Short Scale Comfort: With a 24.9" scale length, the string tension is slightly lower than a standard acoustic. This makes it easier to fret chords and execute bends, reducing hand fatigue during long sets or practice sessions.
• Martin E1 Electronics: Discreetly tucked away in the soundhole to preserve the guitar's vintage lines, the E1 system delivers a transparent plugged-in tone. It even includes an onboard tuner that mutes your output for silent adjustments on stage.