Martin D-X1E-Koa Acoustic-Electric Guitar

The remastered X Series is made to play. The acoustic-electric D-X1E features the iconic Dreadnought body shape, now available in two eye-catching high-pressure laminate (HPL) patterns—koa or mahogany. The HPL top, back, and sides give you durability and classic Martin style, while playability enhancements include a thinner fingerboard with a gently beveled comfort edge and refined string spacing, and a modernized bridge contour for a smooth and comfortable playing experience. Its signature size is loud and projective with strong bass, lending itself to any genre and experience level. The D-X1E also comes with satin tuners and Martin E-1 electronics, featuring a built-in chromatic tuner and volume, tone, and phase controls, letting you plug in and play at any volume. All X Series models come with a softshell case.

Features

• D-X1E dreadnought body shape provides a loud, bass-heavy tone
• High-pressure laminate koa top, back and sides for durability and style
• Birch laminate neck with Richlite fingerboard for smooth playability
• Martin E-1 electronics with built-in tuner and tone controls
• Satin chrome tuners for accurate tuning

Classic Dreadnought Body Produces Full, Balanced Tone
The DX1E dreadnought carries on Martin's legendary acoustic legacy. Its wide lower bout and sloped shoulders produce the balanced bass, strong mids and crisp treble the dreadnought shape is known for. Flatpicking or fingerpicking, the DX1E projects with clarity and dynamics. And its large size gives this acoustic-electric greater volume and sustain than smaller-bodied guitars. Let the DX1E's vintage dreadnought voice shine through on anything from folk to rock.

High-Pressure Laminate Construction for Consistent Tone
While it has the look of exotic tonewoods, the DX1E's high-pressure laminate (HPL) build provides added resilience. Its layered top, back and sides make the guitar more rigid for improved volume and sustain compared to all-solid wood. The DX1E is also less prone to cracking and warping. Rely on its consistent tone whether recording far from home or gigging locally.

Performing Artist Neck Profile Offers Comfort
Designed with hours on stage in mind, the DX1E's Performing Artist neck has a slim taper for comfort. Its smoother feel enhances complex chording and fast runs during extended practice or gigs. The flatter 16" radius offers low, even action from nut to soundhole. Combined with a thin Richlite fingerboard, the DX1E's neck lets your fretting hand move freely. The 1-3/4" nut also provides ample room between strings for accurate fingering.

Specifications:

Body
- Back material: Figured koa HPL
- Side material: Figured koa HPL
- Top material: Figured koa HPL

Neck
- Neck shape: PA profile
- Neck taper: Standard taper
- Neck material: mahogany
- Scale length: 25.4"

Fingerboard
- Material: Select hardwood
- Number of frets: 20
- Inlays: Faux abalone pattern
- Nut width: 1-3/4"

Hardware
- Bridge type: Sloped modern belly
- Bridge material: Birch Laminate
- Tuning machines: Satin chrome closed gear

Electronics
- Pickup: Martin E-1

Other
- Number of Strings: 6
- Orientation: Right handed
- Case: Soft shell case