Martin Guitars D-12E Retro

• Dreadnought acoustic guitar from the Road Series
• Solid spruce top and solid sapele body
• Natural Finish in high gloss finish
• Faux tortoise pickguard
• Scalloped X bracing
• Neck made from Selected Hardwood with Performing Artist neck profile
• Ebony fingerboard with Old Style 18 inlays
• 44.45 mm wide nut made from Corian
• Scale length of 645.2 mm
• Ebony bridge with inlay made of Graph Tech White TUSQ
• Nickel-plated open-gear tuners
• Martin E-1 pickup with tuner
• Gig bag included in the scope of delivery
• Made in Mexico

Assertive sound

The solid sprucesoundboardTop:
The top is the upper part of the guitar body stands for an almost attacking and radiant treble that clearly reproduces even the finest details. At the same time, a powerful volume unfolds, giving the instrument a convincing assertiveness. Solid sapele for the backFloor:
The term "back" refers to the lower part of a guitar, which serves as a resonating body. It is usually made of wood and influences the sound and volume of the instrument. and sidesFrame:
The frame is the side part of the guitar body that surrounds the cavity. It is usually made of wood and contributes to the stability and resonance of the guitar. brings a pleasant warmth to the mids and provides a balanced bass foundation. The result is a harmonious sound with depth that holds its own both solo and in ensemble playing. The Scalloped X bracingBracing:
Bracing supports the resonance development of the top and promotes an open sound. As a result, the overall sound is freer and particularly lively.

Playing comfort and precision

The Selected HardwoodneckGuitar neck:
Maple neck in the proven PerformingNeck profile:
The neck profile refers to the shape of the guitar neck. It can be flat Artist profile sits comfortably in the hand and supports fluid playing across all positions. Quick changes of position are effortless, while at the same time retaining enough substance for a secure feel. The ebony fingerboardFretboard:
The fretboard is the part of the guitar on which the strings are fretted to produce different tones. It is made of wood and has metal frets that mark the different pitches. complements this playing experience with a smooth surface and a direct response. With a nut widthNut width:
Nut width refers to the distance between the outermost strings at the top of a guitar's fretboard. A wider nut allows the strings to be placed further apart of 44.45 mm, the guitar also offers sufficient space for clean fingerstyle techniques and differentiated chord playing without sacrificing comfort. The nickel-plated open-gearTuners:
die-cast tuners tuners round off the overall picture and ensure reliable tuning stability.

Martin E-1 pickup

The Martin E-1 system not only reliably picks up the sound, but also has an integrated tuner that enables precise retuning at any time. This eliminates the need for additional devices, making it particularly easy to use. The controls are discreetly integrated in the sound holeSound hole:
The sound hole is an opening on the front of a guitar. It allows the sound produced by the strings to reach the outside and amplify the sound of the guitar. and can be reached quickly without disturbing the design of the guitar. Adjustments to volume and sound can be made directly and precisely, allowing the instrument to be adapted to different playing situations. The sound of the system is also impressive: it transmits the signal in a balanced and detailed manner, so that the acoustic character of the guitar is authentically preserved.