Martin Guitar DX1EL-03 Mahogany LH
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Martin Guitar
DX1EL-03 Mahogany LH
Product Info
Article Number:
559830
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
DX1EL-03 Mahogany LH
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$757.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The DX1EL-03 Mahogany LH is a solid choice for left-handed players seeking a dependable, amplified dreadnought. The HPL construction provides surprising projection and durability, while the Fishman electronics make it stage-ready. It's a great entry point into the Martin family, especially for gigging musicians who need a reliable and affordable instrument.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar DX1EL-03 Mahogany LH
- Acoustic Guitar with Pickup
- Lefthand / left-handed model
- Style: Dreadnought
- Top: Mahogany high-pressure laminate (HPL)
- Back and sides: Mahogany high-pressure laminate (HPL)
- Neck: Rust birch laminate
- Fingerboard: Richlite
- Mother-of-Pearl fingerboard inlays
- Herringbone ink rosette
- Scale: 645 mm (25.4")
- Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
- White corian nut
- 20 Frets
- Pickup: Fishman MX
- Brown tortoise pattern pickguard
- Richlite bridge with compensated white TUSQ saddle
- Enclosed chrome tuners
- Factory strings: MA540T authentic treated light (art. #469771#)
- Colour: Natural
- Incl. gig bag
PROS
- • Mahogany HPL top delivers a warm, focused, and surprisingly resonant tone.
- • Fishman MX pickup system provides a clear, amplified signal for stage performance.
- • Rust birch laminate neck offers stability and a comfortable, familiar feel.
- • Richlite fingerboard and bridge are durable, stable, and eco-friendly alternatives.
CONS
- • HPL construction lacks the complex overtones of solid wood instruments.
- • Lefthand models often have limited availability and slightly higher prices.
- • While versatile, the mahogany tonewood leans toward a mid-focused sound.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Mahogany (HPL)
Back & Sides
Mahogany (HPL)
Neck Material
Rust Birch Laminate
Fingerboard
Richlite
Scale Length
645 mm (25.4 in)
Frets
20
Electronics
Fishman MX
Weight
Approximately 6.8 lbs (based on similar Martin models)
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Frequently Asked Questions
HPL offers consistency and durability, but lacks the nuanced complexity of solid wood, resulting in a slightly more focused and less 'open' sound.
Richlite is a composite material, so it's significantly more stable than ebony and won't experience the same issues with drying or cracking.
The Fishman MX provides a clean amplified signal suitable for both, though EQ adjustments may be needed for optimal recording clarity.
