The Martin D-12E is a standout performer in Martin’s Road Series lineup, offering the full, punchy sound of a Dreadnought with all-solid construction at an accessible price point. Built with a solid spruce gloss top and solid sapele back and sides, this model delivers clarity, warmth, and projection—making it an excellent choice for players across the United States shopping for a reliable, stage-ready acoustic-electric guitar. Distinctive upgrades like the Style 28 multi-stripe rosette and Style 18 back purfling elevate its look beyond typical entry-level solid-wood models. Each Martin D-12E at Vera Guitars is professionally inspected and fully set up by our in-house team, ensuring clean playability right out of the box. For players who want the most precise fretwork possible, we also offer an optional Plek fret optimization for enhanced consistency across the entire fingerboard. The D-12E features a comfortable Performing Artist neck profile with a High-Performance Taper, an FSC-certified Richlite fingerboard and bridge, and a hand-rubbed select hardwood neck. Like all Road Series models, it includes Martin E1 electronics with a built-in soundhole tuner—allowing you to tune quickly and accurately without external pedals or devices. With its gloss body finish, refined appointments, and dependable modern electronics, the D-12E is a versatile, gig-ready acoustic-electric built for singer-songwriters, performers, and recording musicians nationwide. Features & Specifications Body Size: D-14 FretConstruction: Mortise & Tenon Neck JointTop Material: Solid Spruce (Gloss)Back & Side Material: Solid Sapele (Gloss)Bracing Pattern: X-BraceBrace Shape: ScallopedScale Length: 25.4"Neck Shape: Performing ArtistNeck Material: Select Hardwood, Hand-Rubbed FinishNeck Taper: High-Performance TaperFingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4"Fingerboard & Bridge: FSC®-Certified Richlite®Rosette: Style 28 Multi-StripeBack Purfling: Style 18Electronics: Yes — Martin E-1 with Onboard Soundhole TunerRecommended Strings: Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Phosphor Bronze – Medium
