Sound Pure's Take
Combining classic dreadnought volume with understated modern styling, the Martin D10-E Retro matches a solid spruce top treated with Aging Toner under a satin finish to solid sapele back and sides stained in dark mahogany. The select hardwood neck features a comfortable Performing Artist profile with a High-Performance Taper, holding a 25.4" scale ebony fingerboard with Style 28 faux mother-of-pearl dots and a 1 3/4" White Corian nut. Outfitted with black body binding, a single ring fiber rosette, a faux tortoise pickguard, nickel open-gear tuners with black plastic knobs, and an ebony belly bridge with a white TUSQ saddle, this gig-ready dreadnought weighs 4 lbs 10 oz and includes a protective softshell case.
From Martin and Co.
The Martin D-10E Retro is a time-tested tool built to go the distance. With a solid spruce top, solid sapele back and sides, and scalloped X-bracing, it delivers bold projection, strong bass, and a dynamic voice that holds its own in any mix. The satin finish, black binding, and vintage-style open gear tuners give it a classic look, while the Performing Artist neck profile ensures a smooth, modern playing experience. Add in versatile E1 electronics with a built-in tuner and a softshell case, and you’ve got a Dreadnought that’s ready for every gig, jam, and idea that comes your way. Whether you're starting your journey or leveling up, the D-10E Retro puts iconic Martin tone within reach.
- Top Material
- Spruce
- Finish Top
- Satin
- Top Color
- Aging Toner
- Top Inlay Material
- Multi-Stripe
- Top Detail
- None
- Binding
- Black
- Bridge Material
- Ebony
- Bridge Style
- Modern Belly
- Bridge String Spacing
- 2 5/32"
- Bridge Pin Material
- White Plastic
- Bridge Pin Dots
- Black
- Pickguard
- Faux Tortoise
- Pickguard Inlay
- None
- Rosette
- Single Ring Fiber
- Saddle
- White TUSQ®
- Saddle Radius
- 16"
- Body Size
- D-14 Fret
- Construction
- Mortise & Tenon Neck Joint
- Back Material
- Sapele
- Side Material
- Sapele
- Back and Side Finish
- Satin
- Back and Sides Color
- Dark Mahogany
- Back Detail
- None
- Side Detail
- None
- Back Purfling/Strip
- None
- Back Inlay Material
- None
- Side Inlay Material
- None
- Bracing Pattern
- X-Brace
- Brace Shape
- Scalloped
- Brace Material
- Spruce
- Brace Size
- 5/16"
- Endpiece
- None
- Endpiece Inlay
- None
- Neck Shape
- PA Profile
- Neck Taper
- High-Performance Taper
- Neck Material
- Select Hardwood
- Neck Color
- Natural
- Finish Neck
- Hand-Applied
- Scale Length
- 25.4"
- Number of Frets Total
- 20
- Neck Joins Body At
- 14th Fret
- Heelcap
- Black
- Fingerboard Material
- Ebony
- Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret
- 2 1/8''
- Fingerboard Width at Nut
- 1 3/4''
- Fingerboard Inlay Style
- Style 28 Dots
- Fingerboard Inlay Material
- Faux Mother-of-Pearl
- Fingerboard Binding Material
- None
- Side Dots
- White
- Headstock Shape
- Solid
- Headplate Material
- Brazilian Rosewood HPL
- Headplate Logo Style
- Script Ink
- Headplate Binding Material
- None
- Tuning Machines
- Nickel Open Gear
- Knob
- Black Plastic
- Nut Material
- White Corian®
- Case
- Softshell
- Weight
- 4lbs 10oz
Free 3-Year Warranty
In addition to the standard included manufacturer warranty, virtually all new products carry our exclusive, industry-leading, absolutely free Sound Pure 3-Year Warranty, which includes parts and labor. It's our way of adding real value to the personal touch our small, dedicated team brings to every purchase.
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