Martin DE Retro Plus Mahogany Electro Acoustic Guitar Overview
The Martin DE Retro Plus Mahogany is a masterful fusion of tradition and innovation, offering the heritage of a Martin with modern upgrades for today’s musicians. Inspired by Martin’s legendary flagship models, this acoustic-electric Dreadnought combines bold tone and timeless design with state-of-the-art craftsmanship. Its torrefied solid spruce top is thermally aged to enhance resonance and produce a seasoned sound, delivering the warm, broken-in tone of a vintage guitar from the first strum. Previously exclusive to Martin’s Authentic and Modern Deluxe series, this premium feature now debuts in the Road Series, redefining the standard for value and performance.
Solid mahogany back and sides add depth and richness to the guitar’s powerful voice, while scalloped spruce X bracing ensures tonal clarity and structural stability. The Performing Artist neck profile provides effortless playability, while the ebony fingerboard and bridge enhance the guitar’s responsiveness and sustain. The result is an instrument that’s as versatile as it is resonant, perfect for any playing style.
Outfitted with Martin E1 electronics, the DE Retro Plus is ready for the stage. A built-in tuner and intuitive controls allow you to fine-tune your live sound, ensuring optimal performance in any setting. Whether you’re an experienced performer or embarking on your journey into premium acoustics, this Dreadnought offers unparalleled quality and reliability.
Ideal as a gigging workhorse or a lifelong companion, the Martin DE Retro Plus Mahogany embodies the craftsmanship and legacy that define the Martin name. It’s not just an instrument; it’s a piece of history and a source of inspiration. Once you pick it up, you’ll understand why nothing compares to a Martin.
- Body Size: D-14 Fret
- Top Material: Torrefied Spruce
- Bracing Pattern: X Brace
- Brace Shape: Scalloped
- Back Material: Mahogany
- Side Material: Mahogany
- Neck Material: Select Hardwood
- Neck Shape: PA Profile
- Fingerboard Material: Ebony
- Scale Length: 25.4"
- Number of Frets Total: 20
- Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4''
- Fingerboard Inlay Style: 18 Old Style
- Back and Side Finish: Gloss
- Finish Top: Gloss
- Top Color: Aging Toner
- Finish Neck: Satin
- Bridge Material: Ebony
- Saddle: White Tusq
- Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
- Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
- Case: Soft Shell
- Electronics: Martin E-1