Description
Martin D-13E – Road Series Dreadnought with big sound & modern stage
The D-13E is Martin's "best-value" dreadnought for players seeking full Martin sound, sophisticated looks, and stage-ready electronics all in one instrument. A solid Sitka spruce top meets high-gloss Ziricote fine veneer sides and back – this delivers typical Martin punch, but with added brilliance and an attractive, marbled look. The Performing Artist neck (low oval profile, high-performance taper) with its FSC-certified Richlite® fingerboard plays comfortably and modernly, even at the highest registers. The Fishman MX-T system ensures live performance: a pickup + a tuner hidden in the soundhole, which automatically mutes the signal when tuning.
Highlights
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Details
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Body size
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D-14 Fret Dreadnought (full bass, loud projection)
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Ceiling
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Solid Sitka spruce, scalloped X-bracing → fast response, crisp attack
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Bottom/sides
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Ziricote Fine Veneer (Gloss) – deep mids, expressive grain
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Neck
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Mahogany, performing artist profile, high-performance taper, hand-rubbed finish
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Fingerboard/Bridge
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FSC-Richlite®, 20 frets, abalone pattern inlays
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Scale length / nut width
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25.4″ (645mm) / 1 ¾″ (44.5mm)
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electronics
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Fishman MX-T (Piezo + onboard tuner with auto-mute)
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Hardware
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Chrome closed gear tuner, Corian saddle, soft shell case included
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finish
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High-gloss body, silky-matt neck – classy & road-ready
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Sound & Feel
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Acoustic : Dreadnought-typical volume, clearly focused highs, rich low-end presence – ideal for strumming, flat-picking and singer/songwriter sets.
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Electrical : The MX-T preamp delivers a natural plug-in signal; the silent soundhole tuner saves pedal space and prevents vocal feedback.
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Playability : Compound-style neck geometry and 16″ fingerboard radius (above) combine vintage feel with modern bend handling.
