Martin Guitar D Jr E LH
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Martin Guitar
D Jr E LH
Product Info
Article Number:
616897
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
D Jr E LH
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$988.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The D Jr E LH is a seriously versatile little dreadnought. It's surprisingly loud for its size, with a balanced tone that works great for singer-songwriters or anyone wanting a comfortable, easily amplified guitar. The left-handed build makes it a fantastic option for southpaws seeking a premium-priced Martin.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar D Jr E LH
- Steel-String Guitar with Pickup
- Left-handed model
- Top: Spruce
- Back and sides: Sapele
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Scale: 632 mm (24.9")
- Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
- 20 frets
- Pickup: Martin E-1 System
- Richlite bridge
- Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 - Light MA540T
- Colour: Natural
- Includes softlight case
PROS
- • Spruce top delivers bright, articulate tone with excellent projection.
- • Sapele back & sides add warmth and sustain, balancing the spruce.
- • Martin E-1 pickup system provides natural amplified sound, easy to control.
- • Richlite bridge offers excellent tonal transfer and impressive durability.
CONS
- • Shorter scale length might feel cramped for players with larger hands.
- • Sapele can be a bit 'woody' sounding initially, requires break-in.
- • Richlite, while durable, lacks the traditional aesthetic of ebony.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Spruce
Back & Sides
Sapele
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Scale Length
632 mm (24.9")
Frets
20
Electronics
Martin E-1 System
Weight
1.75 kg (3.85 lbs)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The E-1 is known for its natural acoustic voice; it's less processed than some other options, making it ideal for players wanting a true representation of their guitar's tone when amplified.
While Richlite doesn't offer the same visual appeal as ebony, it's incredibly stable and durable, and tonally performs very well—it's a practical choice for modern manufacturing.
Bending strings is still possible, but requires a bit more effort compared to a full-scale dreadnought; experienced players will adapt quickly, but beginners might find it slightly less forgiving.
