Martin Road Series 000E Retro Plus Granadillo Acoustic-Electric | No Limit Guitar Co, Idaho Falls
The Martin Road Series 000E Retro Plus Granadillo combines vintage-inspired 28-style appointments with modern playability in a versatile 000-14 Fret body. This Made in Mexico acoustic-electric guitar features a torrefied solid spruce top that delivers an open, broken-in sound from day one, paired with solid granadillo back and sides for rich sustain and balanced tonal response. With LR Baggs Element electronics and Martin's signature craftsmanship, this guitar is built for intermediate to professional players who demand authentic tone, comfortable playability, and reliable stage performance.
Product Overview
The Martin 000E Retro Plus Granadillo showcases a 000-14 Fret body crafted from torrefied solid spruce top with solid granadillo back and sides. The torrefaction process thermally ages the spruce to create vintage character and enhanced resonance that typically takes years to develop naturally. The gloss finish on the top, back, and sides features an aging toner that gives this guitar a played-in aesthetic to match its mature, open tone.
The select hardwood neck features Martin's Performing Artist (PA) profile with a satin finish for smooth, effortless playability across the 24.9-inch scale length. The ebony fretboard hosts 20 frets with classic 28-style dot inlays, providing excellent note clarity and sustain. With a 1 3/4" nut width, this guitar offers comfortable string spacing that accommodates both fingerstyle precision and confident chord work.
Powered by the LR Baggs Element electronics system, the 000E Retro Plus Granadillo transitions seamlessly from unplugged practice to amplified performance with natural, feedback-resistant tone. Quality hardware including nickel open gear tuners, white Tusq saddle, and ebony bridge ensures reliable tuning stability and optimal string energy transfer. Scalloped X-bracing enhances the guitar's dynamic response and projection, making it equally at home in intimate settings or on stage.
Ideal For
- Fingerstyle players seeking balanced tone and comfortable body size for intricate playing
- Singer-songwriters who need clear vocal accompaniment with rich harmonic support
- Recording artists demanding consistent intonation and natural amplified tone
- Blues and folk musicians who appreciate vintage aesthetics with modern reliability
- Performing guitarists requiring a versatile acoustic-electric that handles multiple genres
Key Features
Torrefied Solid Spruce Top
The thermally aged torrefied spruce top delivers an open, pre-played sound with enhanced harmonic complexity and vintage warmth right out of the case. This process accelerates the tonal maturation of the wood, providing the richness and responsiveness that typically requires years of playing to achieve in traditional solid spruce tops.
Solid Granadillo Back and Sides
Solid granadillo tonewood offers sparkling highs, rich sustain, and balanced tonal response across all registers. This premium tonewood complements the torrefied spruce top beautifully, creating a voice that's articulate for fingerstyle work yet powerful enough for strumming, with excellent note separation in complex chord voicings.
LR Baggs Element Electronics
The integrated LR Baggs Element system provides natural amplified tone with minimal feedback, featuring easy-access controls for on-stage sound shaping. This trusted electronics package ensures your acoustic voice translates authentically through PA systems and amplifiers, maintaining the guitar's organic character at any volume level.
000-14 Fret Body Design
The 000-14 Fret body offers the perfect balance between comfort and projection, with a shape that sits naturally against your body for extended playing sessions. This versatile size delivers focused midrange, excellent note definition, and surprising volume for its compact dimensions, making it ideal for both studio recording and live performance.
28-Style Vintage Appointments
Classic 28-style dot inlays, faux tortoise pickguard, aging toner finish, and gloss presentation pay homage to Martin's golden era while delivering modern playability. These vintage-inspired details give the guitar a timeless aesthetic that captures the spirit of historic Martin instruments while meeting the demands of contemporary players.
What's Included
- Martin Road Series 000E Retro Plus Granadillo acoustic-electric guitar
- Softshell case
- Martin Limited Lifetime Warranty
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Body | 000-14 Fret, torrefied solid spruce top with solid granadillo back and sides |
| Neck | Select hardwood, PA Profile, satin finish |
| Fretboard | Ebony, 28-style dot inlays |
| Scale Length | 24.9 inches |
| Frets | 20 total |
| Nut Width | 1 3/4 inches |
| Pickups | LR Baggs Element |
| Electronics | LR Baggs Element system |
| Hardware | Nickel open gear tuners, white Tusq saddle |
| Bridge Material | Ebony |
| Bracing Pattern | Scalloped X-bracing |
| Finish | Gloss (top, back, sides), Satin (neck) |
| Top Color | Aging Toner |
| Pickguard | Faux Tortoise |
| Case | Softshell case included |
| Weight | Approximately 4-5 lbs |
| Country of Origin | Made in Mexico |
| Serial Number | 3029002 |
Get Your Hands on This Acoustic-Electric Guitar Today
Visit No Limit Guitar Co in Idaho Falls to experience the balanced tone, comfortable playability, and vintage charm of the Martin Road Series 000E Retro Plus Granadillo. Our knowledgeable staff can help you explore this guitar's versatility across different playing styles and answer any questions about Martin's legendary craftsmanship. Contact us today or stop by our Idaho Falls guitar store to make this exceptional 000-body acoustic-electric your own.
