Martin Road Series 000E 14-Fret Retro Plus Mahogany – Natural w/ Soft Case

The Martin Road Series 000E 14-Fret Retro Plus Mahogany brings the timeless sound and feel of a Martin 000 acoustic guitar together with modern performance features designed for today's players. With a torrefied solid spruce top, solid mahogany back and sides, scalloped X-bracing, an ebony fingerboard and bridge, and a comfortable Performing Artist neck profile, this acoustic-electric guitar delivers a warm, balanced, vintage-inspired voice with excellent playability.

The torrefied spruce top is thermally aged to produce a more seasoned, broken-in character right from the first note. The result is the resonance and responsiveness players love about a well-played acoustic guitar, combined with the reliability and consistency of a brand-new Martin.

The 000-14-fret body shape offers a comfortable, versatile playing experience with a slightly smaller body than a traditional dreadnought, making it especially appealing for fingerstyle, singer-songwriter work, recording, and live performance. Solid mahogany back and sides contribute warmth, midrange definition, and a focused acoustic response that works beautifully for both strumming and intricate picking.

For players who need to plug in, the 000E Retro Plus Mahogany comes equipped with Martin E1 electronics, giving you a practical amplified setup for rehearsals, gigs, worship, recording, and other live applications.

And when the show is over, the included Martin softshell case makes transporting and protecting the guitar simple.

A Vintage-Inspired Martin With Modern Playability

The standout feature of the 000E Retro Plus Mahogany is its torrefied solid spruce top. Thermal aging gives the spruce a naturally seasoned character, helping the guitar deliver an open, responsive sound that feels remarkably mature for a new instrument.

The combination of spruce and mahogany is a proven acoustic-guitar pairing. The spruce top provides clarity, projection, and dynamic response, while the solid mahogany back and sides add warmth, punch, and strong midrange presence.

The 000-14-fret body design is equally versatile. Its comfortable dimensions make it easy to hold while seated, while the 14-fret neck joint provides familiar access to the upper register. Whether you're accompanying vocals, fingerpicking, writing songs, recording, or performing live, the 000 body is an exceptionally adaptable format.

Solid Mahogany Construction & Torrefied Spruce Top

Martin has equipped the 000E Retro Plus Mahogany with a torrefied spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides, giving this Road Series acoustic-electric guitar a premium tonewood foundation.

The top features a gloss finish and Aging Toner, while the mahogany back and sides feature a Dark Mahogany color. A faux tortoise pickguard, Old Style 18 Boltaron rosette, black binding, and classic Martin appointments complete the vintage-inspired aesthetic.

The guitar also features scalloped spruce X-bracing, helping the top respond dynamically while supporting the balanced, resonant voice associated with the 000 body style.

Comfortable PA Neck & Ebony Fingerboard

The Martin Performing Artist neck profile is designed for comfortable modern playability, with a High-Performance Taper that makes movement across the fretboard feel natural.

The neck has a 24.9" scale length, 20 frets, a 1 3/4" nut width, and an ebony fingerboard with classic Old Style 18 inlay styling. The ebony bridge complements the fingerboard while providing a premium, traditional foundation for the instrument's acoustic response.

With its combination of a comfortable neck shape, shorter 000 scale, and 1 3/4" nut width, this Martin is equally well suited to players who favor flatpicking, fingerstyle, chordal accompaniment, and modern singer-songwriter techniques.

Martin Road Series Acoustic-Electric Performance

The 000E Retro Plus Mahogany is designed to work equally well as an acoustic guitar or a stage-ready acoustic-electric.

Its onboard electronics allow the guitar to be amplified for live performances without requiring an external microphone as your primary source. That makes the 000E Retro Plus Mahogany an excellent choice for gigging musicians, singer-songwriters, worship players, recording artists, and acoustic performers who need a dependable instrument that can move easily from the living room to the stage.

A Martin 000 Built for the Road

The Martin Road Series 000E Retro Plus Mahogany combines classic Martin styling with modern Road Series practicality. Its torrefied spruce top gives it an inviting, played-in character, while the solid mahogany construction delivers the warmth and projection players expect from a quality Martin acoustic.

Add the comfortable Performing Artist neck, ebony fingerboard and bridge, scalloped X-bracing, acoustic-electric electronics, and included softshell case, and you have an instrument designed to be played—not simply displayed.

If you're looking for a Martin 000 acoustic guitar, a Martin 000E acoustic-electric, a Martin mahogany acoustic guitar, or a premium acoustic guitar with vintage-inspired tone and modern playability, the 000E Retro Plus Mahogany deserves a serious look.

Specs

Model: Martin 000E Retro Plus Mahogany
Series: Martin Road Series
Body Shape: 000-14 Fret
Body Type: Acoustic-Electric
Top: Torrefied Solid Spruce
Top Color: Aging Toner
Top Finish: Gloss
Back: Solid Mahogany
Sides: Solid Mahogany
Back & Sides Color: Dark Mahogany
Back & Sides Finish: Gloss
Bracing: X-Brace, Scalloped
Bracing Material: Spruce
Bridge: Ebony
Bridge Style: Modern Belly
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
Rosette: Old Style 18 Boltaron
Saddle: White TUSQ
Neck: Select Hardwood
Neck Shape: PA Profile
Neck Taper: High-Performance Taper
Scale Length: 24.9"
Number of Frets: 20
Neck Joint: 14th Fret
Fingerboard: Ebony
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8"
Fingerboard Inlays: Old Style 18
Headplate: East Indian Rosewood
Headstock Logo: Script Old Style Overlay
Tuners: Nickel Open Gear
Tuner Buttons: Butterbean
Nut: White Corian
Electronics: Martin E1
Case: Softshell Case
Recommended Strings: Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Phosphor Bronze Light
Left-Handed Availability: Yes
Pleked: Yes

Why Choose the Martin 000E Retro Plus Mahogany?

Torrefied Solid Spruce Top
Thermally aged spruce delivers a naturally seasoned, responsive character with vintage-inspired resonance.

Solid Mahogany Back & Sides
Mahogany provides warmth, punch, focused mids, and a balanced acoustic response.

000-14-Fret Body
A comfortable and versatile body shape ideal for fingerstyle, singer-songwriter playing, recording, and live performance.

Performing Artist Neck Profile
The PA Profile and High-Performance Taper provide modern, comfortable playability.

Ebony Fingerboard & Bridge
Premium ebony appointments provide a traditional Martin feel and refined appearance.

Scalloped X-Bracing
A proven Martin bracing design that contributes to responsiveness, projection, and tonal balance.

Acoustic-Electric Electronics
Built-in electronics make the 000E ready for amplification and live performance.

Vintage-Inspired Appearance
Aging Toner, faux tortoise pickguard, Old Style 18 details, nickel open-gear tuners, and classic Martin styling give this Road Series model a timeless look.

Softshell Case Included
The included softshell case makes transportation and everyday protection convenient.

Martin Road Series Quality
A dependable Martin acoustic designed for players who want premium tone, modern features, and an instrument built to be played.

What's Included

• Martin Road Series 000E 14-Fret Retro Plus Mahogany – Natural
• Martin softshell case
• Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Phosphor Bronze Light strings, pre-strung on the instrument

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