Martin 000-12E Retro Spruce

C.F. Martin & Co. 000-12E Retro!

Classic style meets balanced performance in the 000-12E Retro. With a spruce top and sapele back and sides finished in gloss, scalloped bracing and vintage-inspired appointments, it delivers a timeless Martin voice that grows with you every step of the way.

The Martin 000-12E Retro pairs classic Martin styling with modern reliability in a compact, comfortable body. Its 000 size produces an even, balanced tone across all six strings—ideal for fingerpickers, singer-songwriters and players who value clarity and control.

This guitar, with a solid spruce top and solid sapele back and sides, combines spruce's dynamic range and clear articulation with sapele's warmth and midrange punch. The scalloped X-bracing creates a responsive top and gives this model added projection and clarity so it shines in any setting. The shorter 24.9" scale enhances playability with a relaxed string feel, perfect for expressive playing and comfortable chord work.

Visually, the 000-12E Retro nods to Martin's Style 18 tradition. Old-style dot inlays, a multi-ring rosette and open-geared nickel tuners with butterbean buttons give it vintage charm, while the full-body gloss finish provides rich depth and durability. The Performing Artist neck with a high-performance taper makes playing a pleasure, offering speed and comfort across the entire fingerboard.