Martin D-12E Retro w/Softshell Case

The Martin D-12E Retro blends classic dreadnought power with modern playability and stage-ready electronics. Built with a solid spruce top and solid sapele back and sides, it offers a warm, balanced voice supported by strong low-end presence and clear mids. The full-body gloss finish adds richness to the guitar’s visual character while enhancing tonal depth and resonance. Scalloped X-bracing increases responsiveness, allowing the instrument to project confidently whether strummed or flatpicked. A Performing Artist neck with a high-performance taper ensures an easy-to-play feel across the fingerboard, while vintage-inspired touches—including old-style dot inlays, a multi-stripe rosette, and nickel open-gear tuners—evoke Martin’s Style 18 heritage. Outfitted with Martin E1 electronics, a built-in tuner, and a softshell case, the D-12E Retro is designed to support players onstage, in the studio, and everywhere in between. Highlights Solid spruce top with solid sapele back and sides for warm, balanced tonal character Scalloped X-bracing enhances projection and dynamic response Performing Artist neck profile for reliable comfort and smooth playability Vintage-inspired Style 18 appointments Equipped with Martin E1 electronics and includes softshell case Specifications Body Body Size: D-14 Fret Top Wood: Spruce Back Wood: Sapele Side Wood: Sapele Bracing Pattern: X-Brace Brace Shape: Scalloped Top Color: Aging Toner Top Finish: Gloss Back & Side Finish: Gloss Pickguard: Faux Tortoise Neck Neck Material: Select Hardwood Neck Shape: PA Profile Scale Length: 25.4" Number of Frets: 20 Fingerboard Wood: Ebony Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4" Fingerboard Inlay: Old Style 18 Neck Finish: Hand-Applied Hardware Bridge: Ebony Saddle: White Tusq Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear Electronics Electronics: Martin E1 Miscellaneous Case: Softshell Left-Handed Availability: Yes Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Light (MA540T) Why Buy from Tone Shop Guitars? At Tone Shop Guitars, we pride ourselves on offering a curated selection of instruments backed by knowledgeable staff and exceptional customer service. Whether you're shopping online or visiting us in person, our goal is to help you find the right guitar and deliver a top-tier experience every step of the way.