The Martin 000-12E Retro delivers classic style, balanced tone, and proven performance, all wrapped in a glossy full-body finish that adds rich visual depth to its solid spruce top and solid sapele back and sides. The scalloped X-bracing enhances clarity, volume, and responsiveness, while the Performing Artist neck profile with high-performance taper ensures smooth, modern playability across the fretboard.

Vintage-style dot inlays, a multi-stripe rosette, and nickel open-gear tuners with butterbean-shaped buttons evoke the roots of Martin’s Style 18. Equipped with versatile E1 electronics, a built-in tuner, and a padded gig bag, this Road Series model is ready to go wherever you play and to accompany you for years to come.

• Body type: 000
• Solid spruce top
• Solid sapele back and sides
• Select hardwood neck
• Ebony fingerboard
• Scale length: 632mm (24.9")
• Nut width: 44.5mm (1.75")
• 20 frets
• Pickup system: Martin E-1 System
• Finish: Natural
• Includes padded gig bag
• Made in Mexico

Road Series: Modern & Retro

Discover the refreshed Road Series, now featuring 20 models including 18 new or updated guitars designed to accompany you at every stage of your journey as a guitarist. Whether you’re choosing your first guitar, upgrading your sound, or looking for a versatile, stage-ready instrument, the Road Series helps you move forward with confidence. The range is built around two clear lines: Retro, inspired by Martin’s classic style and heritage, and Modern, designed for contemporary playing and performance. With a wide variety of body shapes, tonewood options, and player-focused features, the Road Series makes it easy to find the guitar that will help you reach your full potential.

About Martin Guitars

C. F. Martin & Co. has been inspiring musicians worldwide for nearly two centuries with their superior quality guitars and products. They are the creators of the Dreadnought model. Johnny Cash, Elvis, Clapton, John Mayer, Craig Ross, and Jason Isbell have all played Martins. If you have any questions about Martin guitars, contact us—we’ll help guide you through their extensive catalog.

Martin guitars are known for more than just their unmatched quality, craftsmanship, and tone. They are the choice of many guitarists due to their meticulous construction. Throughout the company’s history, Martin instruments have been used across all kinds of musical genres and settings. These instruments are backed by an unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible manufacturing practices.