Detail 01
Solid sapele top with scalloped spruce X-bracing
Forms the soundboard and bracing combination behind the guitar’s warm, articulate response and projection.
Product detailSKU #1500000466327
MartinD-X2E Special HPL Ziricote Limited-Edition Acoustic-Electric Guitar - Burst
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
The limited-edition D-X2E Special is a right-handed, six-string dreadnought acoustic-electric built with a solid sapele top, scalloped spruce X-bracing, and ziricote-pattern HPL back and sides. Its D-14-fret body is designed for low-end power and projection, with warmth and articulation for strumming or fingerpicking. Martin E1 electronics, onboard volume and tone controls, and a built-in tuner make amplified setup direct. An ebony fingerboard, Performing Artist neck profile, compensated TUSQ saddle, and included softshell case round out a practical performance-focused package.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Singer-songwriters moving between unplugged writing sessions and amplified stage or studio work.
- Players who alternate broad strumming with fingerpicking on a dreadnought acoustic-electric.
- Transporting the guitar to rehearsals or performances with the included softshell case.
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Left-handed players; this model is specified in a right-handed orientation.
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
Ziricote HPL back and sides
Provides a ziricote-patterned high-pressure laminate exterior designed for stability through humidity and temperature shifts.
Detail 03
Martin E1 electronics
Adds onboard volume and tone controls for amplified use, plus a built-in tuner.
Detail 04
Compensated white TUSQ saddle
Supports accurate intonation across the fretboard.
Detail 05
25.4 scale length
Identifies the guitar’s scale length.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01Confirm the right-handed orientation before ordering.
- 02The guitar uses onboard Martin E1 electronics for amplified connection and control.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is the D-X2E Special acoustic-electric?
Yes. It has Martin E1 onboard electronics, volume and tone controls, and a built-in tuner.
02What case is included?
A softshell case is included.
03What are the back and sides made from?
They are made from ziricote-patterned high-pressure laminate.
04What body style does it use?
It has a D-14-fret dreadnought body.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Pickup System
- Martin E1
6 detailsPlayability
- Nut Material
- White Corian
- Orientation
- Right handed
- Nut Width
- 1
- Number of Strings
- 6
- Scale Length
- 25.4
- Neck Shape
- PA profile
13 detailsBody & build
- Color
- Brown
- Back and Sides Material
- Ziricote HPL
- Saddle Material
- Compensated white TUSQ
- Top Material
- Solid sapele
- Bridge Wood
- Ebony
- Body Finish
- Satin
- Neck Wood
- Select hardwood
- Fingerboard Material
- Ebony
- Body Style
- D-14 fret
- Bridge Style
- Sloped modern belly
- Tuning Machines
- Satin chrome enclosed-gear
- Body Shape
- D-14 fret
- Neck Taper
- High-performance taper
1 detailsIn the box
- Case or Gig Bag
- Softshell
2 detailsOther
- Bracing
- Scalloped spruce X-brace
- Built in Tuner
- Yes
