The Martin D-X2E Billy Strings takes inspiration from Billy’s love for his pre-war D-28 while offering a more accessible option for fans and players alike. It features the same unique 25” scale length and custom nut width as its high-end counterpart, making it easier to play fast, intricate lines while maintaining a comfortable feel. Built with durable Brazilian rosewood-patterned HPL back and sides and a solid spruce top, this Dreadnought delivers a powerful, booming tone that's perfect for both traditional and modern acoustic styles. Nickel open gear tuners, an ebony fingerboard with faux abalone inlay, and a style 28 rosette add a classic touch, while Martin E1 electronics and a built-in tuner ensure it's ready for the stage. Complete with a hemp softshell case, the D-X2E Billy Strings is a rugged, reliable instrument that reflects his passion for pushing boundaries and blending genres. Each guitar features a custom paper label with Billy’s pre-printed signature and graphic.
Top Material:Spruce
Finish Top:Hand-Applied
Top Color:Natural
Top Inlay Material:None
Top Detail:None
Binding:None
Bridge Material:Ebony
Bridge Style:Modern Belly
Bridge String Spacing:2 5/32"
Bridge Pin Material:White Plastic
Bridge Pin Dots:Black
Pickguard:Faux Tortoise
Pickguard Inlay:None
Rosette:28 Style Boltaron
Saddle:White TUSQ®
Saddle Radius:16"
Body Size:D-14 Fret
Construction:Mortise & Tenon Neck Joint
Back Material:Brazilian Rosewood HPL
Side Material:Brazilian Rosewood HPL
Back and Side Finish:Satin
Back and Sides Color:None
Back Detail:None
Side Detail:None
Back Purfling/Strip:None
Back Inlay Material:None
Side Inlay Material:None
Bracing Pattern:X-Brace
Brace Shape:Scalloped
Brace Material:Spruce
Brace Size:5/16"
Heelcap:Black Boltaron
Endpiece:None
Endpiece Inlay:None
Neck Shape:Modified Low Oval
Neck Taper:Standard Taper
Neck Material:Select Hardwood
Neck Color:Natural
Finish Neck:Satin
Scale Length:25"
Number of Frets Total:20
Neck Joins Body At:14th Fret
Fingerboard Material:Ebony
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret:2 1/8''
Fingerboard Width at Nut:1 23/32''
Fingerboard Inlay Style:Diamond & Squares Long
Fingerboard Inlay Material:Faux Abalone
Fingerboard Binding Material:None
Side Dots:Wh
Headstock Shape:Solid
Headplate Material:Ebony
Headplate Logo Style:Authentic Style CFM Script Overlay