The Martin Special GPC-X1E X Series rosewood HPL acoustic-electric guitar is crafted for discerning players seeking resonant tone, comfort and onboard electronics from an accessibly priced instrument. Featuring a rosewood HPL top, mortise-and-tenon neck joint and scalloped X-bracing, this guitar delivers the rich tone Martin is renowned for. The performance-focused neck shape ensures speed, comfort and dexterity along its Richlite fretboard.
Powerful Tone With HPL Top and Scalloped X-Bracing
The spruce-braced HPL top and scalloped X-bracing provide the articulate tone and robust volume that Martin guitars are famous for. Notes ring true and sustain fully, with a balanced frequency response across the tonal spectrum. This design ensures that every note is clear and resonant, making it perfect for a wide range of playing styles.
Solid Construction With Mortise-and-Tenon Neck Joint
The mortise-and-tenon neck joint and laminate birch neck offer a solid construction platform that maximizes resonance and minimizes dead spots. This ensures clear, ringing notes from the first fret to the neck joint and beyond. The High Performance Taper neck profile and rosewood fingerboard provides a familiar, comfortable feel for intricate chord voicings and melodic lines, with a 25.4" scale length and 1-3/4" nut width for ergonomic balance and smooth playability.
Advanced Martin E-1 Pickup System
The Martin E-1 pickup system features rotary controls for volume and tone mounted under the soundhole for plug-and-play convenience. The onboard tuner allows you to stay in tune quickly and efficiently, ensuring optimum performance. Simply connect to an amplifier or PA system and adjust the controls for a full, naturalistic tone when amplified.
High-Quality Hardware and Design
The Martin Special GPC-X1E features premium hardware, including a Richlite bridge with a sloped modern belly design, white TUSQ saddle and chrome closed gear tuning machines. The headplate is made of black HPL, and the guitar features a solid headstock with a black Boltaron heelcap. The tortoise pattern pickguard adds a classic touch to its modern design. The body is finished with a satin gloss, and it includes a soft shell case for easy transport and protection.
The Martin Special GPC X1E X Series rosewood HPL acoustic-electric guitar offers the impeccable tone and playability of a high-end Martin guitar with the affordability and durability of high-pressure laminate. Its exceptional value and performance make it a top choice for both aspiring guitarists and seasoned professionals. Discover the beauty and sound of this unique guitar today.