Martin DC-13E Modern Road Series Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Natural

Blending classic Martin authority with a refined modern edge, the Martin DC-13E Modern Road Series acoustic-electric guitar is built for players who want unmistakable dreadnought power paired with contemporary style and performance. Its gloss-finished dreadnought cutaway body features a solid spruce top with koa fine veneer back and sides, delivering a clear, balanced voice with shimmering highs and long, even sustain. Scalloped X-bracing enhances projection and responsiveness, while a Performing Artist neck and smooth ebony fingerboard provide fast, comfortable playability across the entire range. Outfitted with Martin’s E1 electronics and a built-in tuner, the DC-13E Modern is ready to plug in and perform wherever your music takes you.

Dreadnought Cutaway Construction for Power and Playability

The DC-13E Modern is built around Martin’s iconic dreadnought platform, delivering the bold projection, strong low end and dynamic headroom that have defined the shape for generations. A solid spruce top provides clarity and punch, while scalloped X-bracing increases responsiveness and volume across the frequency range. The D-14 fret cutaway design adds modern versatility, allowing effortless access to upper frets without sacrificing the fullness of traditional dreadnought tone. Whether driving commanding rhythm parts or stepping forward for melodic lines, this construction balances classic power with expanded playability.

Performing Artist Neck and Ebony Fingerboard for a Sleek, Modern Feel

A Performing Artist neck profile with a high-performance taper gives the DC-13E Modern Road Series a fast, comfortable feel designed for today’s players. The slim carve supports fluid movement up and down the neck, making extended sessions and complex passages feel natural and controlled. An ebony fingerboard adds a smooth, responsive playing surface with a refined touch, while diamond-and-square long inlays provide a distinctive visual update to a classic motif. Together, the neck and fingerboard deliver modern ergonomics without sacrificing the familiar feel Martin players rely on.

Martin E1 Electronics for Confident Amplified Performance

Equipped with Martin’s E1 electronics system, the DC-13E Modern is ready for live performance, rehearsal and recording. The system is voiced to faithfully reproduce the guitar’s natural acoustic character, delivering clarity, warmth and balance when plugged in. Discreet onboard controls allow quick adjustments to volume and tone, while the built-in tuner provides convenient, on-the-fly reference between songs. Whether running direct to a PA, interface or amp, the E1 system ensures consistent, reliable amplified tone wherever you play.

Modern Appointments With Distinctive Visual Character

Striking visual details give the DC-13E Modern its contemporary identity. A gloss finish highlights the spruce top and koa fine veneer back and sides, while crisp white binding frames the body with clean contrast. Faux abalone accents at the rosette and bridge pins add subtle visual depth, and Ratio nickel open-gear tuners with skeletonized butterbean knobs combine precision tuning with a modern aesthetic twist. Every appointment is chosen to feel intentional and current, complementing the guitar’s performance-driven design.

A Modern Road Series Instrument Built to Perform

The Martin DC-13E Modern delivers classic dreadnought strength through a refined, contemporary lens. With powerful projection, responsive tonewoods, smooth playability and dependable electronics, it’s built to meet the demands of working players without excess or compromise. Its modern styling sets it apart visually, while its construction and sound remain rooted in Martin’s long-standing tradition of performance-first design. Complete with a soft case, the DC-13E Modern Road Series acoustic-electric guitar is a confident, capable companion for players pushing forward—on stage, in the studio and beyond.