Martin DC-13E Modern: Road Series Dreadnought Cutaway Guitar

The Martin DC-13E Modern delivers a striking fusion of contemporary design and professional-grade performance, built for players who demand both visual appeal and sonic excellence. With a rich, articulate voice and smooth, responsive feel, it adapts effortlessly to a wide range of playing styles—from expressive fingerpicking to dynamic strumming. Its refined aesthetic and modern character make it a standout on any stage, while its balanced tone and reliable performance inspire confidence whether you're recording, rehearsing, or performing live.

Features 

• D-14 Fret Cutaway body size
  
• Koa Fine Veneer back and sides
  
• Spruce top with Natural top color
  
• PA Profile with High-Performance Taper neck
  
• 1 3/4'' fingerboard width at nut
  
• Equipped with versatile E1 electronics and a built-in tuner
  
• Softshell case

Specifications 

General
Body Size: D-14 Fret Cutaway
Construction: Mortise & Tenon Neck Joint
Scale Length: 25.4"
Number of Frets Total: 20
Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret

Body
Top Material: Spruce
Back Material: Koa Fine Veneer
Side Material: Koa Fine Veneer
Bracing Pattern: X-Brace
Brace Shape: Scalloped
Brace Material: Spruce
Brace Size: 5/16"
Top Color: Natural
Back and Sides Color: Natural Stain
Back Detail: None
Side Detail: None
Back Purfling/Strip: None
Back Inlay Material: None
Side Inlay Material: None
Heelcap: Black
Endpiece: None
Endpiece Inlay: None

Neck
Neck Shape: PA Profile
Neck Taper: High-Performance Taper
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Color: Black
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4''
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8''
Fingerboard Inlay Style: Diamonds and Squares Long
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Faux Mother-of-Pearl
Fingerboard Binding Material: None
Side Dots: White

Electronics
Electronics: Yes
Electronics Options: Martin E1

Hardware
Finish Top: Gloss
Top Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
Top Detail: None
Binding: White
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style: Sloped Modern Belly
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
Bridge Pin Material: White Plastic
Bridge Pin Dots: Faux Abalone
Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
Pickguard Inlay: None
Rosette: Single Ring Faux Abalone
Saddle: White Tusq
Saddle Radius: 16"
Finish Neck: Hand-Applied
Headstock Shape: Solid
Headplate Material: Brazilian Rosewood HPL
Headplate Logo Style: Script Ink
Headplate Binding Material: None
Tuning Machines: Ratio Nickel Open Gear
Knob: Skeletonized Butterbean
Nut Material: White Corian