Full Description

Versatility at your fingertips...

A bold, rich, distinctive sound. And, it's a sound that just keeps giving. Thanks to a solid top, this is an instrument that will stay with you for a many performances to come. This Martin D-10E has a solid sitka spruce and a durable sapele construction. You can expect an incredibly dynamic tone with a strong, clear, crisp character, and superb articulation. As well as renowned Martin quality. You can also expect this road-ready D-10E Road Series to deliver the desired amount of balance, while producing a familiar warmth with a subtle hint of brightness, and top-end shimmer. High-end tonal nature, addictive versatility - at your disposal.

Rumbles of responsive dreadnought goodness

Truly distinctive, this is a true classic. Bringing you the ultimate blend of a traditional dreadnought tone and an incredibly responsive nature. This Martin D-10E is ideal for any guitarist or singer/songwriter needing a reliable, and versatile instrument for almost any musical scenario. It has the premium character needed for professional performance. As well as the rich, stand-out sonic character you need for acoustic jams too. Plus, with meticulous Martin know-how, the D-10E boasts powerhouse performance, every time.

Unmistakable Martin feel

For 183 years, Martin have been at the forefront of guitar innovation, and premier craftsmanship. Bringing you some of the best acoustic guitars possible. Martin's iconic tone is world renowned, and their playability has become an important characteristic that puts Martin guitars in a league of their own. And, with their revolutionary Plek process, Martin guitars truly maintain their undeniably majestic tone.

Precision for the ultimate feel and tone. This special Plek process involves a computer controlled device that scans and dresses the guitar under actual playing conditions. It's strung, and tuned to pitch for precise string tension emulation. An incredible process that's been a major breakthrough over the last decade. This is because the machine's meticulous attention to detail identifies exactly what needs to be done to bring you perfect fretwork. It's an innovative machine that brings you flawless results. Experience premium quality with an unmistakable tone and feel.

Discreet electronics

Take your persona to the stage. With a rich-sounding, undeniably high-quality instrument like the D-10E, it would be a crime to not plug-in. So, for the passionate performers, session musicians, and singer/songwriters, this Martin D-10E Road Series comes loaded with a responsive Fishman MX-T.

Fishman are known for making live performance, everything it should be. So, it's time to explore a goose-bump-inducing tone that's perfect for your next show, recording, and tours. The D-10E's Fishman pickup captures all the magic of your instrument, and of course, all that delicious solid-topped tonal goodness too. Giving you a rich, natural, and incredibly dynamic sound for live performance. And, you'll always be in perfect pitch thanks to a soundhole mounted tuner.

Specifications

Body & Bridge

• Model Name: Martin D-10E Road Series Electro Acoustic, Sitka
• Model Number: D10E-02
• Construction: Mortise and Tenon Neck Joint
• Body Size: D-14 Fret
• Top Material: Sitka Spruce
• Back Material: Sapele
• Sides Material: Sapele
• Bridge Material: FSC Certified Richlite
• Bridge Style: Modern Belly - Drop-In Saddle
• Top Finish: Satin
• Back Finish: Satin
• Sides Finish: Satin
• Top Colour: Clear
• Back Colour: Cherry
• Sides Colour: Cherry
• Rosette: Mother-of-Pearl Pattern w/Multi-Stripe
• Brace Pattern: X-Brace
• Brace Shape: Scalloped
• Brace Material: Sitka Spruce
• Brace Size: 0.3125" w/0.25" Tone Bars
• Binding: Black
• Top Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Material: Select Hardwood
• Neck Shape: Performing Artist
• Neck Taper: High Performance Taper
• Neck Finish: Hand Rubbed
• Pleked: Yes
• Fingerboard Material: FSC Certified Richlite
• Scale Length: 25.4"
• Neck Joint: 14th Fret
• No. of Frets: 20
• Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1.75"
• Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2.125"
• Fingerboard Inlay Material: Mother-of-Pearl Pattern
• Fingerboard Inlay Style: Dots - 28 Style Pattern
• Side Dots: White
• Nut Material: White Corian

Hardware & Electronics

• Electronics: Fishman MX-T
• Headstock Shape: Solid w/Standard Taper
• Headplate Material: HPL
• Headplate Logo Style: Script Ink
• Heelcap: Black
• String Spacing: 2.15625"
• Saddle: Compensated White Tusq
• Saddle Radius: 16"
• Tuning Machines: Chrome Enclosed Gear
• Knob: Small
• Bridge Pin Material: White Plastic
• Bridge Pin Dots: Black Plastic
• Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
• Recommended Strings: Lifespan 2.0 Authentic Acoustic MA550 Phosphor Medium
• Case: Gig Bag
• Label: Paper Label