Martin 000-10E Retro Sapele Left-hand | All Solid Sapele | Soft Case

Martin 000-10E Retro Sapele | left-Hand model  | Solid Sapele top, back and Sides | Soft Case

Direct, warm, and stripped down, the 000-10E Retro Sapele pairs all-solid sapele tonewoods with classic Style 15 aesthetics. A time-tested Road Series tool, it’s your road to honest sound, smooth playability, and daily inspiration.

Key Features

• Solid sapele top, solid sapele back and sides
• Scalloped X-bracing for balanced tone
• Satin finish, vintage-style tuners
• Performing Artist neck profile for comfort
• Electronics: Martin E1 with built-in tuner
• Includes softshell case

Sorry folks! Martin don’t supply us with left hand images of their guitar models. So the images on this page are only to show you the features and finishes on the model guitar and not the orientation of this product page, which is indeed Left hand!

Description

The Martin 000-10E Left Hand Retro Sapele is a time-tested tool designed for players who value tone, feel, and simplicity. With a solid sapele top, back, and sides, and scalloped X-bracing, it delivers punchy mids and a warm, balanced voice that suits any style. The satin finish, select hardwood fingerboard with diamond-and-square inlays, and vintage-style open gear tuners evoke a stripped-down, classic Style 15 aesthetic. A Performing Artist neck profile ensures modern comfort and playability, while the select hardwood bridge and ebony bridge pins round out the details. With E1 electronics, a built-in tuner, and a softshell case, this guitar is ready to do the job—whatever your road looks like, and wherever it takes you next.

The Martin 000-10E Retro Sapele offers simplicity, warmth, and balance in a design that highlights the natural beauty of its tonewoods. It’s built for players who want a no-frills Martin that emphasizes tone and playability over ornamentation.

Crafted entirely from solid sapele—top, back, and sides—this guitar produces a warm, woody tone with strong mids, crisp trebles, and a dry, balanced voice. Like mahogany, sapele is a stiff, dense wood that delivers punch and clarity, making it ideal for both strumming and fingerpicking. Paired with scalloped X-bracing, it offers volume and responsiveness that make it an excellent all-around guitar for a variety of styles.

The satin finish, select hardwood fingerboard, and diamond-and-square inlays give the 000-10E Retro Sapele a stripped-down, classic Style 15-inspired aesthetic. Vintage-style open gear tuners complete the look, while the Performing Artist neck with high-performance taper ensures modern comfort and playability. Ebony bridge pins and a select hardwood bridge add finishing touches that balance durability with tone.

Equipped with Martin E1 electronics, a built-in tuner, and a softshell case, the 000-10E Retro Sapele is a straightforward tool built for daily play. Its stripped-down design highlights tone and feel, while the all-sapele voice offers warmth and balance. From quiet practice to creative sessions, it delivers honesty and inspiration in equal measure. This is your road to dependable tone and smooth playability—a Martin that grows with you.