Martin D-45E Retro
Brief Introduction of Martin D-45E Retro
The Martin D-45E faithfully models itself on the vintage pre-war era Martin D-45 that cemented them in guitar history, but now with modern design features including a Fishman F1 Electronics system that modern players will appreciate. Also, a re-shaped performance neck makes playing action even smoother and more comfortable than ever before. Exquisite tonewoods of Solid Sitka Spruce for the top and Solid East Indian Rosewood on the Back & Sides provide classic warmth and projection whilst remaining more ecologically friendly than the D45's original Brazilian Rosewood. To make sure the Retro series guitars sound just like their vintage counterparts, Martin resorted to the same forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing that adds to the warmth and rich tone. Like the originals, the Retro series guitars come standard with the classic dovetail neck joint, select abalone pearl Style 45 snowflake inlays on a Modified Low Oval profile/Performing Artist taper neck for world class performance. This is one of the most ornate guitars that Martin have to offer, call us for more information or to place a special order on a superb investment in the future.
Martin D-45E Retro Features:
Dreadnought body size
Solid Sitka spruce top
Standard ''X'' scalloped, forward shifted bracing
High performance neck
Hand inlaid pearl
Fishman F1 Aura Plus pickup system
Martin D-45E Retro Specifications:
Model: D-45E Retro
Construction: Mahogany Blocks/Dovetail Neck Joint
Body Size: D-14 Fret
Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
Rosette: Style 28
Top Bracing Pattern: Standard ''X'' Scalloped, Forward Shifted
Top Braces: Solid Sitka Spruce 5/16''
Back Material: Solid East Indian Rosewood
Back Purfling: Style 45
Side Material: Solid East Indian Rosewood
Endpiece: none
Endpiece Inlay: none
Binding: Grained Ivoroid
Top Inlay Style: Style 45
Side Inlay: Style 45
Back Inlay: Style 45
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval Profile w/ Performing Artist Taper
Nut Material: Bone
Headstock: Solid/Square Taper
Headplate: Solid East Indian Rosewood
Heelcap: Grained Ivoroid
Fingerboard Material: Solid Black Ebony
Scale Length: 25.4''
Number of Frets Clear: 14
Number of Frets Total: 20
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1-3/4''
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2-1/8''
Fingerboard Position Inlays: Style 45 Snowflakes - Select Abalone Pearl
Fingerboard Binding: Grained Ivoroid
Finish Back & Sides: Polished Gloss
Finish Top: Polished Gloss w/ Aging Toner
Finish Neck: Polished Gloss
Bridge Material: Solid Black Ebony
Bridge Style: 1930s Style Belly w/ Drop-In Saddle
Bridge String Spacing: 2-3/16''
Saddle: 16'' Radius/Compensated/White Tusq
Tuning Machines: Gold Open-Geared w/ Butterbean knobs
Recommended Strings: Martin SP Lifespan Phosphor Bronze Medium Gauge (MSP7200)
Bridge & End Pins: White w/ Select Pearl Dots
Pickguard: Delmar Tortoise Color
All of our Martin D-45E Retro guitars are brand new, factory-fresh.
If you need a hardshell case , please inform us in advance. We'll arrange accordingly .
We can even set it up to your specs upon request!