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