Gorgeous tone that's perfect for the stage. The Martin DX1AE Electro Acoustic will provide you with a stunning tonal range that's suitable for any playing style. A combination of sitka spruce and high performance laminate in its construction make it ideal for playing at any pitch. Never allow your sound to be restrained.


The DX1AE's beautiful, natural tones are perfect for the stage, too. That's because Martin have fitted the guitar with high performance Fishman Sonitone electronics. This pickup system is designed to deliver the authentic, pure sound of your acoustic guitar at high volumes. You'll not lose any of your acoustic voice, but can play at output levels to fill any venue. This is a gigging guitarist's best friend.

Fitted with a stunning blend of premium tonewoods, the DX1AE will provide you with a gorgeous, wide-reaching tonal palette that can suit any style. A sitka spruce top brings sharpness in tone and a superb dynamic range. It'll accommodate anything from gentle fingerpicking to heavy strumming, and will deliver your high-end and mid-range notes with beautiful, natural sound. High performance laminate wood used for the body's back and sides brings depth and fullness to the table, meaning you can also deliver remarkably clear bass tones. The DX1AE provides you with all the tools you need to sound brilliant at any pitch.

Crystal-clear amplified sound :

An electronic system that retains your natural acoustic warmth and resonance. The Martin DX1AE comes fitted with a superb Fishman Sonitone preamp that delivers everything you play with industry-leading clarity.

Many electro acoustic pickup systems fail to provide authentic acoustic sound when playing at high volume. This is not a problem you'll ever have with the DX1AE. The Sonitone's active electronic pickup system is designed to communicate your guitar's exact voice at high output. This makes the guitar superb for live performance in larger venues. It's an instrument that'll never make you sacrifice warmth or fidelity.

Enhanced playability :

Your smoothest playing action yet. Martin have fitted the DX1AE with a High Performance Taper neck to give you a magnificent playing experience. The changing width of the neck as your hand moves along it makes playing complicated chords easier. Your playing accuracy will be improved, and you'll comfortably be able to transition from chord to chord and note to note without difficulty.

The sleekness of the rust birch laminate used for the neck adds an extra element of playability, helping you to play at faster tempos. Plus, a hand-rubbed finish makes the neck profile even more comfortable when it sits in the palm of your hand. It's all of these expertly-designed features that give the DX1AE the perfectly-tailored acoustic guitar neck.

Classic Martin quality :

Another magnificent offering from the masters of acoustic guitar making. Martin have been crafting superb instruments for almost 200 years. In this time, they've learned absolutely everything there is to know about how to make a guitar sound and feel amazing. So you know that when you get a Martin guitar, you're investing in quality that has been at the pinnacle of the music industry since 1833. Their acoustic instruments are known for their matchless calibre, and are used by some of the finest musicians on the planet. Don't settle for anything less than the best.

Specifications :

Body & Bridge :

Top Material: Sitka Spruce
Body Material: HPL Mahogany Pattern
Body Size: D-14 Fret
Body Type: Dreadnought
Bridge Material: FSC Certified Richlite
Bridge Style: Modern Belly - Drop In Saddle
Brace Material: Sitka Spruce
Brace Shape: Non-Scalloped
Rosette: Multi-Stripe
Colour: Natural
Finish: Hand Rubbed

Neck & Fingerboard :

Neck Material: Rust Birch Laminate
Neck Shape: Performing Artist
Neck Taper: High Performance
Neck Finish: Hand Rubbed
Fingerboard Material: FSC Certified Richlite
Fingerboard Inlay Material: White Plastic
Fingerboard Inlay Style: Dots
Number of Frets: 20
Nut Material: White Corian
Headstock Shape: Solid w/ Standard Taper
Headstock Material: Rosewood Pattern HPL
Scale Length: 25.4'

Hardware & Electronics :

Hardware Colour: Chrome
Tuning Machines: Enclosed Gear
Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
Electronics: Fishman Sonitone
Controls: Volume/Tone