An All-Solid Martin for the Working Musician
It's not every day you find a Martin built entirely from solid wood at this price point. The 000-10E Road Series takes Martin's reputation for build quality and tone and packages it in a format that makes sense for players who actually need to get out and gig. This isn't a guitar you'll be afraid to take to the coffee shop or the bar — it's built to go where you go, with a protective soft-shell case and road-tested construction that prioritizes playability and reliability.
What makes this guitar stand out is its all-sapele construction. The top, back, and sides are all solid sapele, a tonewood that sits somewhere between mahogany and maple in character. You get warmth in the mids, clarity in the highs, and a balanced response that works whether you're fingerpicking or flatpicking. The 000 body shape — Martin's auditorium size — is smaller than a dreadnought but not as tiny as a parlor, giving you a comfortable playing experience without sacrificing volume or low-end presence. It's a body shape that's earned its reputation as a Swiss Army knife: versatile, balanced, and easy to live with.
The neck is where Martin's attention to detail really shows. The Performing Artist profile with High-Performance Taper means the nut width starts at a modern 1 3/4", giving your fretting hand plenty of room, while the taper keeps things comfortable as you move up the fretboard. The 24.9" scale length is slightly shorter than a standard dreadnought, which translates to a little less string tension and easier bends. The fingerboard and bridge are made from FSC-certified Richlite, a sustainable alternative to ebony that's stable, smooth, and nearly indistinguishable under your fingers.
Stage-Ready Electronics and Practical Appointments
Plug this guitar in and you'll find either Martin's E-1 electronics system or Fishman MX-T electronics, depending on when your specific unit was manufactured. Both systems are designed with gigging musicians in mind. The controls are mounted discreetly in the soundhole, giving you access to volume, tone, and a phase switch to combat feedback when you're standing close to a monitor or PA speaker. There's also a built-in tuner that mutes the output signal, so you can tune up between songs without the audience hearing every pitch adjustment.
The scalloped X-bracing inside the body enhances resonance and projection, letting the sapele top vibrate more freely. The satin finish — applied to both the body and the select hardwood neck — not only feels great under your hands but also allows the wood to breathe and age naturally over time. Martin uses a mortise-and-tenon neck joint, a traditional construction method that provides excellent stability and sustain. The bridge is a modern belly style with a drop-in compensated Tusq saddle, and the white Corian nut ensures smooth string travel and reliable tuning stability.
This is a guitar designed for players who need a reliable tool that sounds good both unplugged and amplified. Whether you're recording at home, playing an open mic, or gigging regularly, the 000-10E delivers the tone and playability you'd expect from a Martin without the cost or fragility of a high-end vintage model. It's approachable, dependable, and built to handle real-world use.
Product Features:
- All-solid sapele construction — top, back, and sides for warm, balanced tone
- 000-14 Fret auditorium body shape for versatile playing and comfortable feel
- Performing Artist neck profile with High-Performance Taper for modern playability
- 24.9" scale length with 1 3/4" nut width for comfortable string spacing
- Scalloped X-bracing enhances resonance and projection
- FSC-certified Richlite fingerboard and bridge — smooth, stable, and sustainable
- Martin E-1 or Fishman MX-T electronics with built-in tuner and phase switch
- Satin finish on body and neck allows wood to vibrate freely and age naturally
- Mortise-and-tenon neck joint for long-term stability and sustain
- Includes soft-shell case for protection and portability
Brand: Martin
Model: 000-10E Road Series
SKU: 00010E
Condition: New
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