Your Cart is Empty
AUSTRALIA'S #1 ACOUSTIC GUITAR SPECIALIST
AUSTRALIA'S #1 ACOUSTIC GUITAR SPECIALIST
40/RS-D12E
Available at Acoustic Centre Melbourne
The Martin D-12E Retro delivers classic dreadnought power with modern performance features, wrapped in timeless Martin style. Built around a full-size D body, it offers bold projection, strong low-end response, and excellent clarity—making it an ideal choice for strummers, flatpickers, and players who need a commanding acoustic voice to support vocals or ensemble work. A full gloss finish with aging toner adds visual depth while nodding to Martin’s heritage designs.
A solid spruce top paired with solid sapele back and sides provides a balanced tonal profile with punchy lows, clear mids, and controlled highs, enhanced by scalloped X-bracing for added volume and responsiveness. The Performing Artist neck profile ensures smooth, modern playability across the fingerboard, while vintage-inspired Old Style 18 dot inlays and nickel open-gear tuners reinforce the guitar’s traditional character. With Martin E1 electronics, a built-in tuner, and a softshell case, the D-12E Retro is built to perform reliably wherever your playing takes you.
Solid spruce top with solid sapele back and sides for powerful, balanced dreadnought tone
Full-size D body delivers strong projection and authoritative low end
Scalloped X-bracing enhances clarity, volume, and dynamic response
Performing Artist neck profile for smooth, modern playability
Martin E1 electronics with built-in tuner for stage-ready performance
Body Size D-14 Fret
Top Material Spruce
Back Material Sapele
Side Material Sapele
Bracing Pattern X-Brace
Brace Shape Scalloped
Neck Material Select Hardwood
Neck Shape Performing Artist
Fingerboard Material Ebony
Scale Length 25.4"
Number of Frets 20
Fingerboard Width at Nut 1 3/4"
Fingerboard Inlay Style Old Style 18
Back and Side Finish Gloss
Top Finish Gloss
Top Color Aging Toner
Neck Finish Hand-Applied
Bridge Material Ebony
Saddle White TUSQ
Tuning Machines Nickel Open Gear
Pickguard Faux Tortoise
Electronics Martin E1
Case Softshell
Left Handed Availability Yes
Recommended Strings Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Light MA540T
Instruments & Amps
Free courier shipping on orders over $999 to eligible metro areas
$49–$69 standard shipping on lower-value orders
Express shipping available for an additional fee
Regional and remote areas may incur higher freight costs
Accessories
Free standard shipping on orders over $99
Flat $11 shipping under $99
$15 express shipping available
Delivery Details
All orders ship with tracking
Instruments and large items require signature on delivery
If freight costs exceed expectations, we’ll contact you before shipping
Shipping rates, eligibility, and delivery options are confirmed at checkout based on your location.
Buy Now, Pay Later
Zip – 3 months interest-free under $1,000, 6 months interest-free over $1,000
Afterpay – available at checkout
Pay in Full
Credit & Debit Card
PayPal
Bank Transfer
Rent to Own
Studio19 Rentals – low monthly payments with the option to buy later
All prices are in AUD and include GST. Payment options are shown at checkout.
If something’s not right, please contact us first and we’ll help you work through the best solution
Returns, exchanges, repairs, or credits are available for faulty or misdescribed items
Return requests should be made within 7 days of delivery
Freight charges aren’t refundable
Non-faulty returns may incur return shipping and a small restocking fee
Opened consumables (including strings and picks) can’t be returned
Returns are assessed case-by-case so we can ensure the fairest outcome for everyone.
We aim to show the exact guitar in stock whenever possible
For one-of-a-kind or preowned instruments, photos will always be of the actual guitar you’ll receive
Production models may vary slightly in timber grain, colour, finish, or hardware due to natural materials
If you’d like to see the exact guitar before buying, just ask — we’re happy to send photos of the instrument in stock
Where multiple guitars are available, you can choose the exact one you receive
Please note: natural cosmetic variations aren’t considered faults, but if you have any questions about appearance, we’re always happy to help before purchase.
Sign up to get the latest on offers, new releases and more!
