Description

The Martin 000-10E Retro Sapele offers simplicity, warmth, and balance in a design that highlights the natural beauty of its tonewoods. It’s built for players who want a no-frills Martin that emphasizes tone and playability over ornamentation.

Crafted entirely from solid sapele—top, back, and sides—this guitar produces a warm, woody tone with strong mids, crisp trebles, and a dry, balanced voice. Like mahogany, sapele is a stiff, dense wood that delivers punch and clarity, making it ideal for both strumming and fingerpicking. Paired with scalloped X-bracing, it offers volume and responsiveness that make it an excellent all-around guitar for a variety of styles.

The satin finish, select hardwood fingerboard, and diamond-and-square inlays give the 000-10E Retro Sapele a stripped-down, classic Style 15-inspired aesthetic. Vintage- style open gear tuners complete the look, while the Performing Artist neck with high- performance taper ensures modern comfort and playability. Ebony bridge pins and a select hardwood bridge add finishing touches that balance durability with tone.

Equipped with Martin E1 electronics, a built-in tuner, and a softshell case, the 000-10E Retro Sapele is a straightforward tool built for daily play. Its stripped-down design highlights tone and feel, while the all-sapele voice offers warmth and balance. From quiet practice to creative sessions, it delivers honesty and inspiration in equal measure. This is your road to dependable tone and smooth playability—a Martin that grows with you.

SKU: 00010ERETROSAPELE