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Martin Road Series Retro D-13E
Martin
1 In stock
Electro Acoustic Guitar
Martin
Premium Tonewoods for Bold, Balanced Acoustic Tone
Top: Solid Spruce
The solid spruce top delivers clear articulation, strong projection and an open dynamic response, giving the D-13E Retro Walnut weighty lows, crisp highs and balanced tone that works well for a broad range of playing styles.
Back & Sides: Solid Black Walnut
Black walnut (often called “Pennsylvania rosewood”) adds warmth, rich midrange presence and complex tonal character, enhancing the spruce top with depth and harmonic richness.
Together, these woods produce the Retro’s signature voice: bold projection with warmth and definition across the tonal spectrum.
Elegant Craftsmanship & Detailing
Every detail of the D-13E Retro Walnut reflects classic Martin design with Road Series practicality:
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Rosette: Style 28 multi-stripe rosette around the soundhole, a nod to traditional Martin aesthetics.
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Binding: White body binding creates a clean contrast around the top and back edges.
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Pickguard: Faux tortoise pickguard provides protection and vintage-inspired style.
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Finish: Gloss finish on top, back and sides highlights the natural grain of the tonewoods while allowing maximum resonance.
Neck, Feel & Hardware
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Neck: Select hardwood neck with PA Profile and High-Performance Taper for smooth, comfortable playability from low to high registers.
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Fingerboard: Ebony fingerboard adds clarity and durability while providing a responsive playing surface.
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Scale Length: 25.4″ (≈ 645 mm), standard dreadnought scale length for balanced string tension and a full voice.
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Nut Width: 1 3/4″ (≈ 44.5 mm) classic Martin spacing suited to chords and detail work alike.
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Bracing: Scalloped X-bracing enhances responsiveness, volume and harmonic complexity.
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Tuners: Nickel open-gear tuners with butterbean buttons deliver reliable tuning stability and classic styling.
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Bridge & Saddle: Ebony bridge with TUSQ saddle and Corian nut ensure focused tone and consistent intonation.
Electronics & Features
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Electronics: Martin E1 pickup/preamp system includes controls for volume, tone, phase and a built-in tuner, making the guitar stage-ready and convenient for amplified performance.
Protection & Case
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Case: Supplied with a softshell case (gig bag) for lightweight protection and easy transport.
Specifications
| Feature | Description |
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| Model | Martin D-13E Retro Walnut |
| Top | Solid Spruce |
| Back & Sides | Solid Black Walnut |
| Neck | Select Hardwood (PA Profile, High-Performance Taper) |
| Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Bridge | Ebony |
| Bracing | Scalloped X-Bracing |
| Body Shape | D-14 Fret Dreadnought |
| Scale Length | 25.4″ (≈ 645 mm) |
| Nut Width | 1 3/4″ (≈ 44.5 mm) |
| Rosette | Style 28 Multi-Stripe |
| Binding | White |
| Tuners | Nickel Open-Gear with Butterbean 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.
