Detail 01
25-inch scale length
It reduces string tension, making bends and faster passages easier.
Product detailSKU #1500000448512
MartinBilly Strings Signature D-X2E Dreadnought Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Designed around a dreadnought body and a 25-inch scale, the Billy Strings Signature D-X2E gives players lower string tension for bends and quick passages. Its slimmer 1-23/32-inch nut and satin Modified Low Oval neck keep the playing surface straightforward under the hand. A solid spruce top supplies punch, volume, and sustain, while Brazilian rosewood-patterned HPL back and sides are suited to travel and stage use. Martin E-1 electronics and the onboard tuner make amplified setup more direct.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Bluegrass runs and chord changes that benefit from reduced tension at the 25-inch scale.
- Amplified performances where onboard Martin E-1 electronics and a built-in tuner simplify setup.
- Frequent transport and stage use supported by HPL back and sides and a soft-shell case.
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
1-23/32-inch nut width
The slimmer width contributes to the guitar's playing feel.
Detail 03
Solid spruce top
It delivers a responsive, punchy sound with volume and sustain.
Detail 04
Martin E-1 electronics
They provide amplification capability, with a built-in tuner for tuning at the guitar.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Does it have electronics for amplified playing?
Yes. It uses Martin E-1 electronics and includes a built-in tuner.
02What case comes with the guitar?
A soft-shell case is included.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Electronics
- Martin E-1
8 detailsPlayability
- Nut Material
- White Corian
- Number of Frets Total
- 20
- Recommended Strings
- Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 - Light MA540T
- Number of Strings
- 6
- Bridge String Spacing
- 2-5/32 inch
- Fingerboard Width At Nut
- 1-23/32 inch
- Scale Length
- 25
- Neck Shape
- Modified Low Oval
28 detailsBody & build
- Brace Material
- Spruce
- Color
- Natural
- Bridge Material
- Ebony
- Binding
- None
- Neck Joins Body At
- 14th Fret
- Bridge Pin Material
- White plastic
- Finish Top
- Hand-Applied
- Body Size
- D-14 fret
- Top Material
- Spruce
- Back and Sides Color
- None
- Body Finish
- Satin
- Top Color
- Natural
- Neck Wood
- Select hardwood
- Fingerboard Inlay Style
- Diamond & Squares Long
- Finish Neck
- Satin
- Neck Color
- Natural
- Fingerboard Material
- Ebony
- Pickguard
- Faux tortoise
- Back and Sides
- Brazilian rosewood HPL
- Body Style
- Scalloped
- Bridge Style
- Modern Belly
- Bridge Pin Dots
- Black
- Fingerboard Inlay Material
- Faux abalone
- Tuning Machines
- Nickel open gear
- Body Shape
- Scalloped
- Side Dots
- White
- Neck Taper
- Standard taper
- Back and Side Finish
- Satin
1 detailsIn the box
- Case or Gig Bag
- Soft shell
6 detailsOther
- Pleked
- Yes
- Rosette
- 28 Style Boltaron
- Saddle
- White TUSQ
- Knob
- Butterbean
- Bracing Pattern
- X-Brace
- Bracing Shape
- Scalloped
