Martin Guitars

X Series GP Spruce/Laminated Mahogany Acoustic w/Electronics

SKU: # 439275   |   Model: # GPX1AE   |    Product Reviews1 Reviews  Write a Review

X Series GP Spruce/Laminated Mahogany Acoustic w/Electronics
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A Grand Performance-14 fret, non-cutaway, acoustic-electric model that features a Spruce top and high-pressure laminate mahogany-grained back and sides. The rust coloured laminate neck complements the rich hue of the back and sides, making this an aesthetic beauty. Equipped with Fishman Sonitone electronics for a great dynamic sound. This model includes SUSTAINABLE WOOD CERTIFIED parts. See specifications for details.

Specs:

Model: GPX1AE
Body Size: Grand Performance 14 Fret
Construction: Mortise & Tenon Neck Joint
Top Material: Spruce
Rosette: Multi-Stripe
Bracing: X Brace, Scalloped
Brace Material: Spruce
Brace Size: 5/16" with 1/4" Tone Bars
Back and Sides: HPL, Mahogany Pattern
Neck Material: Rust Birch Laminate
Neck Shape: Performing Artist
Neck Taper: High Performance Taper
Nut Material: White Corian
Headstock Shape: Solid with Standard Taper
Headplate Material: HPL
Headplate Detail: Rosewood Pattern
Heelcap: Black
Fingerboard Material: FSC Certified Richlite
Scale Length: 25.4"
Neck Joins Body at: 14th Fret
Number of Frets Total: 20
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4''
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8''
Finish Top: Hand Rubbed
Top Colour: Clear
Finish Neck: Hand Rubbed
Bridge Material: FSC Certified Richlite
Bridge Style: Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
Tuning Machines: Chrome Enclosed Gear
Recommended Strings: SP LIFESPAN 92/8 PHOSPHOR BRONZE LIGHT (MSP7100)
Knob: Small
Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
Case: no
Electronics: Fishman Sonitone

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Martin's Grand Performance body (similar Taylor's Grand Auditorium) is the most versatile body shaped in my opinion. If the dreadnaught is too big or too bass heavy for you this is the solution. It has the low end sound of a Martin sound that you'd expect, and the responsiveness of a smaller body. I've sold my Taylor 114CE after I got this. The Taylor is too bright for my liking.
Posted by Josh on Aug 24, 2020
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