Detail 01
Solid spruce top and solid sapele back and sides
The guitar is described as combining clarity and punch with warm midrange presence.
Product detailSKU #1500000469539
Martin000-10E Retro Road Series Auditorium Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Aging Toner
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The Martin 000-10E Retro is a right-handed 000-14 fret acoustic-electric built around a solid spruce top, solid sapele back and sides, and scalloped spruce X-bracing. That combination is described as clear and balanced, with punchy mids, crisp trebles, and responsive projection. Its Performing Artist neck, high-performance taper, ebony fingerboard, and 24.9-inch scale give the guitar a modern playing layout. Martin E1 electronics add volume, tone, phase control, and a built-in tuner, so rehearsal and amplified performance can stay on the same instrument.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Fingerstyle and strummed arrangements that benefit from clear note separation and balanced response.
- Rehearsals and live performances requiring onboard volume, tone, phase control, and tuning.
- Direct recording or monitor-based practice with Martin E1 electronics.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Scalloped spruce X-bracing
Supports the responsive projection and dynamic range described for the instrument.
Detail 03
Martin E1 electronics
Volume, tone, phase control, and a built-in tuner are available onboard.
Detail 04
24.9-inch scale length
Use this stated measurement when comparing scale lengths.
Detail 05
Soft case
A soft case is included for transport.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01It is a right-handed, six-string guitar.
- 02The nut width is 1.75 inches.
- 03It has a satin body finish; the title identifies the color as Aging Toner.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Can it be used amplified?
Yes. The guitar has Martin E1 electronics with volume, tone, and phase controls, along with a built-in tuner.
02What body style is it?
It has a 000-14 fret body, described as an auditorium shape with balanced response across six strings.
03Does it include a case?
Yes. A soft case is included.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsPickups & controls
- Controls
- Volume, tone, phase
- Pickup System
- Martin E1
8 detailsPlayability
- Nut Material
- White Corian
- Orientation
- Right handed
- Neck Profile
- PA profile
- Nut Width
- 1.75
- Number of Frets
- 20
- Number of Strings
- 6
- Scale Length
- 24.9
- Neck Shape
- PA profile
18 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Natural
- Saddle Material
- White TUSQ
- Fingerboard Wood
- Ebony
- Binding
- Black
- Top Material
- Spruce
- Bridge Wood
- Ebony
- Body Finish
- Satin
- Finish
- Satin
- Neck Wood
- Select hardwood
- Fingerboard Material
- Ebony
- Back and Sides Wood
- Sapele
- Body Style
- 000-14 fret
- Bridge Style
- Modern belly
- Fingerboard Inlays
- Style 28 dots
- Tuning Machines
- Nickel open-gear
- Body Shape
- 000-14 fret
- Neck Taper
- High-performance taper
- Neck Finish
- Hand-applied
1 detailsIn the box
- Case or Gig Bag
- Soft
2 detailsOther
- Bracing
- Scalloped spruce X-brace
- Built in Tuner
- Yes
