A striking satin-black Martin that plugs straight in. The Martin GPC-X1E Black has a high-pressure laminate (HPL) top, back and sides in a satin black finish, in the Grand Performance cutaway body.
Why customers choose it
Who it is for
Beginners stepping up, students, travellers, home players and gigging musicians who want real Martin sound with a durable body and built-in electronics.
What’s in the box
- Martin GPC-X1E Black guitar
- Factory strings: Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Guitar Strings Phosphor Bronze – Light (pre-strung)
- Softshell Case (waterproof, backpack straps, internal padding protection)
Specifications
| Body shape | Grand Performance cutaway (GPC-14 Fret) |
|---|---|
| Top | Black HPL |
| Back and sides | Black HPL |
| Bracing | X-Brace, scalloped |
| Neck | Birch Laminate, PA Profile, High-Performance Taper |
| Neck joint | Mortise & Tenon Neck Joint |
| Scale length | 25.4″ (645 mm) |
| Frets | 20 (neck joins body at 14th Fret) |
| Fingerboard | Richlite |
| Nut width | 1 3/4″ (44.5 mm) |
| Fingerboard inlays | Style 28 |
| Bridge | Richlite |
| Nut / saddle | Black Corian / Black Tusq |
| Tuners | Satin Chrome Closed Gear |
| Rosette | Pad Printed Herringbone |
| Finish | Top: None; back and sides: Satin |
| Electronics | Martin E-1 |
| Strings | Martin Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Guitar Strings Phosphor Bronze – Light |
| Case | Softshell |
| Series | X Series |
FAQ
Can I plug it into an amplifier or PA?
Yes. It has Martin E-1 electronics built in. Use a guitar cable to an acoustic amplifier, PA or mixer.
Does it come with a case?
Yes. Martin supplies it with a softshell case.
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