A new, old friend in real time, the Martin 000E Retro Plus Mahogany is an authentic Martin acoustic with legacy on its mind. The 000E Retro Plus, designed to balance classic Martin elements with modern considerations in pursuit of a guitar with longevity, is not your grandfather's guitar, but definitely has that distinct, vintage Martin edge and warmth to make it instantly captivating.

For fans of classic Martin builds, the 000E Retro Plus is inspired by Martin's flagship models while carving its own path. A 000-14 Fret-sized body starts out constructed from a spruce top and mahogany back and sides. This classic tonewood combination calls on generations of fine Martin craftsmanship for a warm and honest acoustic sound. To compound on this recipe, the 000E Retro Plus's solid spruce top is heat-treated through a process called torrefaction for enhanced resonance and a more lived-in sound usually reserved for older guitars. Where torrefaction was usually only found in Martin's Authentic and Modern Deluxe series, the 000E Retro Plus welcomes it to the Road Series.

This acoustic-electric goes further with its sound and playability with an "X" bracing pattern with scalloped spruce braces for greater balance and acoustic projection. From here, this Martin meets the player with easy playability to encourage long musical sessions. The 000E Retro Plus's Performing Artist neck profile and ebony fingerboard come together for a seamless grip in hand and effortless fretting across the fingers.

A satin finish coats the neck for a silky texture in the playing hand while the body's gloss finish shines under spotlight with Martin's Aging Toner finish. These two considerations make this Martin a dream to perform with. Match these finishes with Martin's E1 electronics system that incorporates a built-in tuner while enabling plugged-in performance, and this acoustic has everything you need to take to the stage and make a statement. Once off stage, this Martin's included soft shell case makes sure it gets to the next gig safely.

As a Martin looking to sustain years of practice and performance, the 000E Retro Plus is a guitar to rely on for your first or fiftieth awesome acoustic.

• 000-14 Fret torrefied spruce and solid mahogany body
• X-Bracing pattern with scalloped spruce braces
• Performing Artist neck profile with satin finish
• Ebony fingerboard with twenty frets and 18 Old Style inlays
• Ebony bridge with White Tusq saddle
• Nickel open gear tuning machines
• Martin E1 electronics system
• Martin soft shell case included