Martin Guitar D-X1 Black
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Martin Guitar
D-X1 Black
Product Info
Article Number:
589813
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
D-X1 Black
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$577.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The D-X1 Black is a solid choice for beginners or players needing a reliable, loud acoustic on a budget. The HPL construction gives it a surprisingly robust sound, and the black finish looks sharp. It’s a great workhorse guitar for strumming and general playing – not a refined studio instrument, but a dependable and affordable option.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar D-X1 Black
- Acoustic Guitar
- Style: Dreadnought
- Top: HPL (high-pressure laminate)
- Back and sides: HPL
- Neck: Birch laminate
- Fingerboard: Richlite
- Fingerboard inlays: Dots
- Scale: 645 mm (25.4")
- Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
- Nut: Black TUSQ
- 20 Frets
- Bridge material: Richlite
- Chrome-plated sealed machine heads
- Strings: Martin Guitars MA550T Authentic Lifespan 2.0 Medium (Art. #473904#)
- Colour: Black
- Includes gig bag
- Made in Mexico
PROS
- • HPL top delivers surprising projection and responsiveness for the price point.
- • Birch laminate neck provides stability and a comfortable, consistent feel.
- • Richlite fingerboard is durable, resists wear, and plays exceptionally smoothly.
- • Sealed machine heads offer reliable tuning stability, a nice touch at this level.
CONS
- • HPL construction lacks the tonal complexity and warmth of solid wood alternatives.
- • Black finish, while striking, can show fingerprints and smudges easily.
- • Limited tonal versatility; excels in strumming, less ideal for nuanced fingerstyle.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
HPL (High-Pressure Laminate)
Back & Sides
HPL (High-Pressure Laminate)
Neck Material
Birch Laminate
Fingerboard
Richlite
Scale Length
645 mm (25.4")
Frets
20
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 6.2 lbs (2.8 kg) – typical for a dreadnought
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Frequently Asked Questions
The HPL offers good projection but lacks the dynamic range and 'aging' character of solid spruce; however, it's significantly more resistant to humidity and cracking.
The 1.75" nut width and standard 'C' shape neck profile is generally comfortable, though players preferring a thinner neck might find it a bit full.
Richlite is incredibly durable and resists wear better than ebony, and it’s eco-friendly, but it doesn’t offer the same visual appeal or traditional feel.
