Martin Guitar D-15E
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Martin Guitar
D-15E
Product Info
Article Number:
573290
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
D-15E
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$1,813.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The D-15E is a seriously impressive guitar for the money. That mahogany top gives it a lovely, grounded warmth that cuts through a mix, and the E1 pickup is surprisingly good for live work. It’s a great choice for intermediate players or anyone wanting a Martin dreadnought with a balanced, mature sound without a premium-priced tag.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar D-15E
- Steel-String Guitar with Pickup
- Type: Dreadnought
- Top: Mahogany
- Back and sides: Sapele
- Neck: Selected hardwood
- Fingerboard: Katalox
- Diamond & Squares fingerboard inlays
- Compensated White Tusq nut
- Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
- Scale: 645 mm (25.4")
- 20 Frets
- Martin E1 pickguard
- Tortoise pickguard
- Bridge: Katalox
- Open machine heads
- Colour: Natural satin
- Includes gig bag
PROS
- • Mahogany top delivers a warm, focused tone ideal for fingerstyle and strumming.
- • Sapele back & sides provide surprising projection and sustain for the price.
- • Katalox fingerboard offers a smooth, fast playing experience with a unique feel.
- • E1 pickup system provides a usable amplified tone for stage or recording.
CONS
- • Mahogany top limits bright, sparkling high-end response compared to spruce models.
- • Satin finish, while attractive, can feel less refined than gloss finishes.
- • Katalox can be brittle; fretwork needs careful inspection for optimal playability.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Mahogany
Back & Sides
Sapele
Neck Material
Selected Hardwood
Fingerboard
Katalox
Scale Length
645 mm (25.4")
Frets
20
Electronics
Martin E1 Pickup System
Weight
Approximately 6.2 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The D-15E has a darker, warmer tone than the D-28 due to the mahogany top; the D-28 is brighter and more complex. It’s a significant step down, but offers excellent value if you prefer a more mellow sound.
Katalox is denser than ebony, so it might feel a touch harder initially. However, most players adapt quickly, and the unique feel is often appreciated.
Satin finishes show fingerprints and wear more readily than gloss finishes. While you *can* attempt to polish it, you'll likely dull the satin effect; it's best to embrace the natural finish.
