{"product_id":"road-series-retro","title":"Martin 000-12E Retro OO \/ Double-O Acoustic-Electric Guitar","description":"\u003ch2\u003eClassic Martin Tone in a Comfortable 000 Body\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Martin 000-12E Retro is one of those guitars that feels right the moment you pick it up. It's got the balanced, articulate voice Martin is known for, wrapped in a body size that works whether you're fingerpicking at home or strumming through a full band mix. The 000 shape has been a go-to for players who want clarity without the bulk of a dreadnought, and this one nails that sweet spot—comfortable, responsive, and ready for just about anything you throw at it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a solid-wood guitar. Both the spruce top and sapele back and sides are solid construction, not laminate, which is something you don't always see at this price point. Pair that with scalloped X-bracing and you've got a guitar that opens up and projects with real character. The Aging Toner finish gives it a played-in, vintage vibe right out of the case, and the gloss body catches the light in a way that just looks good on stage. Martin built this one for the road, and it shows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 000-12E Retro takes its visual cues from Martin's iconic Style 18 models—understated, classic, and built to last. Old-style dot inlays, a multi-stripe rosette, and nickel open-gear tuners with butterbean knobs keep things traditional without feeling fussy. It's a guitar that fits right in whether you're playing a coffee shop, a studio session, or your living room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAll-Solid Tonewoods with Scalloped Bracing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the heart of this guitar is a solid Sitka spruce top. Spruce is a workhorse tonewood—clear, balanced, and responsive across the frequency range. It's the kind of top that works for everything from delicate fingerstyle to aggressive flatpicking, and it pairs beautifully with the solid sapele back and sides. Sapele brings warmth to the midrange and a focused low end that keeps the tone from getting muddy, even when you're digging in.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe scalloped X-bracing is a nice touch. Scalloping removes material from the braces, which lets the top vibrate more freely. The result is more volume, more responsiveness, and a livelier feel under your hands. Combined with the 000 body shape and 24.9-inch scale length, this guitar delivers even string-to-string balance and a slightly reduced string tension that makes it inviting to play for long stretches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ebony fingerboard and bridge add durability and a smooth, fast playing surface. The Performing Artist neck profile with high-performance taper is modern and comfortable—slimmer than vintage Martin necks, but still substantial enough to feel confident in your hand. At 1 3\/4 inches at the nut, there's enough room for fingerstyle work without the wider spacing feeling unfamiliar to players used to standard electric or acoustic widths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eMartin E1 Electronics and Stage-Ready Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe onboard Martin E1 electronics make this a true acoustic-electric. You get dedicated volume and tone controls, plus a phase-reverse switch to help manage feedback in tighter stage environments. The built-in tuner is a practical addition—no need to carry a separate pedal tuner for quick tune-ups between songs. The system is voiced to preserve the guitar's natural acoustic character, so what you hear unplugged translates faithfully when you plug into an amp, interface, or PA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe E1 system sits discreetly inside the soundhole, keeping the look clean and the controls accessible. Players consistently find the E1 to be reliable and musical, with enough tonal shaping to adapt to different rooms and setups without sounding overly processed. Whether you're recording at home, rehearsing with a band, or performing live, the electronics hold up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVintage Style 18 Appointments\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisually, this guitar leans into Martin's Style 18 heritage. The Aging Toner finish on the top gives it a warm, amber glow that mimics the look of a vintage instrument. Black binding frames the body with subtle contrast, and the faux tortoiseshell pickguard adds a classic touch. The multi-stripe rosette and old-style dot inlays are simple, tasteful, and timeless.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe nickel open-gear tuners with butterbean knobs are smooth and stable, and they contribute to the vintage aesthetic without sacrificing modern reliability. The white Corian nut and white TUSQ saddle are synthetic materials chosen for consistency and durability—they transfer string energy efficiently and resist environmental changes better than bone in many playing conditions. The mortise-and-tenon neck joint is a traditional construction method that provides a solid connection between neck and body, contributing to sustain and tonal transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Features:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid Sitka spruce top for clear, balanced tone and dynamic response\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSolid sapele back and sides for warm mids and focused low end\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScalloped X-bracing enhances volume, clarity, and responsiveness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e000 body shape (auditorium size) with 24.9-inch scale length for comfort and playability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerforming Artist neck profile with high-performance taper and 1 3\/4-inch nut width\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEbony fingerboard and bridge for durability and smooth playing feel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMartin E1 electronics with volume, tone, phase-reverse, and built-in tuner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage-inspired Style 18 appointments: old-style dot inlays, multi-stripe rosette, nickel open-gear tuners with butterbean knobs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite Corian nut and white TUSQ saddle for consistent tone and tuning stability\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFull-gloss finish with Aging Toner on top for vintage aesthetic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Martin\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e 000-12E Retro\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1100012ERETRO\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSince 1872, C.A. 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