Martin Guitar LX1E
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Martin Guitar
LX1E
Product Info
Article Number:
556079
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
LX1E
Category:
Other Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$658.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The LX1E is a surprisingly capable little guitar. It's a great option for travelers, students, or anyone needing a compact, reliable instrument with that classic Martin vibe. The build quality is solid, and it's a fantastic value for a guitar carrying the Martin name.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar LX1E
- Acoustic Guitar
- Style: LX - Little Martin
- Top: solid spruce
- Back and sides: Mahogany high-pressure laminate (HPL)
- Neck: Rust birch laminate
- Fingerboard: Richlite
- Fingerboard inlays: White side dots
- Nut: white Corian
- Nut width: 42.9 mm
- Scale: 584 mm
- 20 Frets
- Rosette: Multi Stripe
- Bridge Material: Richlite
- Nut: Compensated White TUSQ
- Encapsulated chrome tuners
- Strings: MA550T Authentic Treated Medium (Art.#473904#)
- Colour: Natural
- Includes gig bag
*Note:* The strap pin is not mounted and included separately with the guitar.
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers a bright, responsive, and articulate tone with good projection.
- • HPL back and sides offer durability and resistance to environmental changes – great for travel.
- • Rust birch laminate neck provides stability and a comfortable, modern feel.
- • Richlite fingerboard and bridge are eco-friendly and offer excellent stability and playability.
CONS
- • HPL back and sides, while durable, lack the tonal complexity of solid wood.
- • Smaller body size (Little Martin) limits low-end response and stage volume.
- • Missing strap pin requires aftermarket purchase, a minor but noticeable omission.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany High-Pressure Laminate (HPL)
Neck Material
Rust Birch Laminate
Fingerboard
Richlite
Scale Length
584 mm
Frets
20
Electronics
None (Acoustic Only)
Weight
4.8 lbs (approximate)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It's noticeably brighter and less bass-heavy; the smaller body simply can’t produce the same low-end rumble, but it’s still Martin quality.
It’s a very good substitute – Richlite is incredibly stable and durable, offering a smooth playing surface and consistent feel, though it lacks the visual appeal of ebony.
The narrower nut width (42.9mm) might feel a little cramped for players with very large hands, but most will find it manageable and comfortable.
