The Martin 000-10E Retro is a time-tested tool built for the long haul. With a solid spruce top, solid sapele back and sides, and scalloped X-bracing, it delivers punchy mids, crisp trebles, and a clear, balanced voice across all six strings. The satin finish, understated black binding, and vintage-style open gear tuners nod to classic Martin looks, while the Performing Artist neck profile offers modern comfort and playability. Add in versatile E1 electronics with a built-in tuner and a softshell case, and you’ve got a guitar ready for your next session, song, or stage. Whether you're just getting started or honing your craft, the 000-10E Retro proves you don’t have to wait to play a Martin.
Specifications
Highlights
Body Size: 000-14 Fret
Top Material: Spruce
Back & Sides: Sapele
Top Color: Aging Toner
Neck Profile: PA Profile with High-Performance Taper
Nut Width: 1 3/4"
Case: Softshell Case
Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Phosphor Bronze Light
Top
Top Material: Spruce
Top Finish: Satin
Top Color: Aging Toner
Top Inlay: Multi-Stripe
Top Detail: None
Binding: Black
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style: Modern Belly
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
Bridge Pins: 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: 000-14 Fret
Construction: Mortise & Tenon Neck Joint
Back Material: Sapele
Side Material: Sapele
Back & Side Finish: Satin
Back & Side Color: Dark Mahogany
Back Detail: None
Side Detail: None
Back Purfling/Strip: None
Back Inlay: None
Side Inlay: None
Bracing Pattern: X-Brace
Brace Shape: Scalloped
Brace Material: Spruce
Brace Size: 5/16"
Heel Cap: Black
Endpiece: None
Endpiece Inlay: None
Neck
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Shape: PA Profile
Neck Taper: High-Performance Taper
Neck Color: Natural
Neck Finish: Hand-Applied
Scale Length: 24.9"
Frets: 20
Neck Joint: 14th Fret
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8"
Fingerboard Inlay Style: Style 28 Dots
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Faux Mother-of-Pearl
Fingerboard Binding: None
Side Dots: White
Headstock
Headstock Shape: Solid
Headplate Material: Brazilian Rosewood HPL
Headplate Logo: Script Ink
Headplate Binding: None
Tuners: Nickel Open Gear
Tuner Buttons: Black Plastic
Nut Material: White Corian
Specifications
Highlights
Body Size: 000-14 Fret
Top Material: Spruce
Back & Sides: Sapele
Top Color: Aging Toner
Neck Profile: PA Profile with High-Performance Taper
Nut Width: 1 3/4"
Case: Softshell Case
Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Phosphor Bronze Light
Top
Top Material: Spruce
Top Finish: Satin
Top Color: Aging Toner
Top Inlay: Multi-Stripe
Top Detail: None
Binding: Black
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style: Modern Belly
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
Bridge Pins: 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: 000-14 Fret
Construction: Mortise & Tenon Neck Joint
Back Material: Sapele
Side Material: Sapele
Back & Side Finish: Satin
Back & Side Color: Dark Mahogany
Back Detail: None
Side Detail: None
Back Purfling/Strip: None
Back Inlay: None
Side Inlay: None
Bracing Pattern: X-Brace
Brace Shape: Scalloped
Brace Material: Spruce
Brace Size: 5/16"
Heel Cap: Black
Endpiece: None
Endpiece Inlay: None
Neck
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Shape: PA Profile
Neck Taper: High-Performance Taper
Neck Color: Natural
Neck Finish: Hand-Applied
Scale Length: 24.9"
Frets: 20
Neck Joint: 14th Fret
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8"
Fingerboard Inlay Style: Style 28 Dots
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Faux Mother-of-Pearl
Fingerboard Binding: None
Side Dots: White
Headstock
Headstock Shape: Solid
Headplate Material: Brazilian Rosewood HPL
Headplate Logo: Script Ink
Headplate Binding: None
Tuners: Nickel Open Gear
Tuner Buttons: Black Plastic
Nut Material: White Corian
