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!  



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