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Martin Road Series Modern DC-13E
Martin
1 In stock
Electro Acoustic Guitar
Martin
Premium Tonewoods for Bold, Balanced Modern Tone
Top: Solid Spruce
The solid spruce top provides clear articulation, wide dynamic range and responsive projection, giving the DC-13E Modern bold, balanced acoustic voice that’s equally effective unplugged or amplified.
Back & Sides: Koa Fine Veneer
Koa fine veneer back and sides add rich midrange warmth and lively shimmer in the upper frequencies, combining visual elegance with tonal depth.
Together, these tonewoods deliver a powerful, articulate dreadnought sound with clarity, long sustain and a modern tonal palette.
Elegant Craftsmanship & Detailing
The DC-13E Modern blends contemporary styling with refined appointments throughout:
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Rosette: Single-ring faux abalone around the soundhole for subtle visual contrast.
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Binding: White body binding frames the guitar’s top and back for clean definition.
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Pickguard: Faux tortoise pickguard protects the top while enhancing its classic yet modern look.
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Finish: Gloss finish on top, back and sides highlights the wood grain and enhances resonance.
Neck, Feel & Hardware
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Neck: Performing Artist (PA) profile with High-Performance Taper, delivering fast, comfortable playability across the fretboard.
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Fingerboard: Ebony provides smooth playability and clarity in tone.
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Scale Length: 25.4″ (≈ 645 mm), traditional length for balanced tension and feel.
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Nut Width: 1 3/4″ (≈ 44.5 mm), classic spacing for versatile playing styles.
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Bracing: Scalloped X-bracing enhances projection and dynamic response.
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Tuners: Ratio nickel open-gear tuners with skeletonized buttons for precise, stable tuning.
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Bridge & Saddle: Ebony bridge with a white TUSQ saddle and white Corian nut adding definition and balanced response.
Electronics & Features
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Electronics: Martin E1 pickup/preamp system with volume, tone and phase controls plus a built-in tuner, offering stage-ready amplified performance with easy control.
Protection & Case
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Case: Includes a softshell case (gig bag) for lightweight protection and convenient transport.
Specifications
| Feature | Description |
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| Model | Martin DC-13E Modern |
| Top | Solid Spruce |
| Back & Sides | Koa Fine Veneer |
| Neck | Select Hardwood (PA Profile, High-Performance Taper) |
| Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Bridge | Ebony |
| Bracing | Scalloped X-Bracing |
| Body Shape | D-14 Fret Cutaway Dreadnought |
| Scale Length | 25.4″ (≈ 645 mm) |
| Nut Width | 1 3/4″ (≈ 44.5 mm) |
| Rosette | Single-Ring Faux Abalone |
| Binding | White |
| Tuners | Ratio Nickel Open-Gear with Skeletonized Buttons |
| Pickguard | Faux Tortoise |
| Electronics | Martin E1 (Volume, Tone, Phase, Built-in Tuner) |
| Finish | Gloss (Top, Back & Sides) |
| Case | Softshell case included |
UK Shipping
UK postage is free on most items, excluding pianos, digital pianos and double basses which we will quote on an individual basis.
We send smaller items via Royal Mail and larger items via a carrier. We will e-mail you when your order has been shipped. Orders usually take 2-3 working days.
ROI Shipping
Delivery to Ireland is free on items over £179, excluding pianos, digital pianos and double basses which we will quote on an individual basis. For delivery of items under £179, the cost is £10.
International Shipping
We are happy to give a quote for international shipping. Email info@matchettsmusic.com or phone us on +44 (0) 28 9032 6695 for a price.
Piano Shipping
Due to the size and weight of pianos and digital pianos, we have to quote for delivery on an individual basis, Email us at info@matchettsmusic.com or phone us on 028 9032 6695 for a quote.
Returns Policy
You have 14 calendar days to return an item from the date you received it. To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it.
Your item must be in the original packaging, and have the receipt or proof of purchase.
Please note that gift vouchers are not eligible for refunds.
Refunds
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If your return is approved, we will initiate a refund to your credit card (or original method of payment). You will receive the credit within a certain amount of days, depending on your card issuer’s policies.
Return Shipping
You will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item.
Queries
For any delivery questions or queries, send us an email at info@matchettsmusic.com, or call us on 028 9032 6695.
