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Description

The Martin X Series LX1E Little Martin Acoustic-Electric Guitar is travel-sized and made from sustainable materials to deliver legendary Martin tone wherever your music takes you. The LX1E features a solid spruce top and mahogany-patterned high-pressure laminate back and sides, along with a hand-rubbed satin finish for a sleek look and feel.

Sustainable Parts for Reliable Tone

The LX1E is constructed using FSC-certified Richlite, an impervious composite material, for the fingerboard and bridge. Unaffected by temperature and humidity changes, the Richlite components provide a smooth playing surface for years of reliable performance. The mahogany-patterned back and sides also resist warping and cracking for consistent tone.

Onboard Electronics for Amplified Sound

With the Fishman Sonitone pickup system, the LX1E delivers its signature Martin sound through any amplifier or PA system. The discreet under-saddle transducer accurately captures the guitar's full tonal range. Volume and tone controls are mounted within easy reach inside the soundhole for quick adjustments on the fly.

A Travel-Friendly Companion

Despite its small size, the LX1E produces the same lush, resonant tone that Martin guitars are known for. A modified low oval neck with a tapered profile offers comfortable playability for musicians of all hand sizes.

Low-Maintenance and Highly Playable

The LX1E's hand-rubbed satin finish protects the solid wood top while keeping the overall look understated and natural. The finish requires no polishing and is highly resistant to scratches and wear. Combined with the durable Richlite components, the LX1E has minimal maintenance needs so you can focus on making music.

Martin LX1E Little Martin Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Martin LX1E Little Martin Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Martin LX1E Little Martin Acoustic-Electric Guitar Natural
Features
  • Junior style belly
  • Multi-stripe rosette
  • Script Ink logo headstock inlay
  • Mortise and tenon neck joint
Specs
Body
  • Body type: Modified O-14 Fret
  • Cutaway: Non-cutaway
  • Top wood: Spruce
  • Back & sides: High-Pressure Laminate
  • Bracing pattern: Non scalloped X-type
  • Body finish: Hand-rubbed
Orientation: Right handed Neck
  • Neck shape: Modern low oval/PA taper
  • Nut width: 1.69" (43 mm)
  • Fingerboard: FSC Certified Richlite
  • Neck wood: Rust Birch Laminate
  • Scale length: 23"
  • Number of frets: 20
Neck finish: Hand-rubbedElectronics
  • Pickup/preamp: Yes
  • Brand: Fishman
  • Configuration: Soundhole mounted preamp 
  • Preamp EQ: 1-band
  • Feedback filter: No 
Tuner: No Other
  • Headstock overlay: High-pressure laminate rosewood pattern 
  • Tuning machines: Chrome Enclosed Gear
  • Bridge: FSC Certified Richlite
  • Saddle & nut: Compensated White Tusq, White Corian
  • Number of strings: 6 
  • Special features: None
  • Case: Soft gig bag
  • Accessories:
  • Country of origin: Mexico
Warranty
One year warranty on Martin Backpackers, Little Martins and ukuleles. Limited lifetime on other Martin guitars.

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4.12

17 Reviews

80%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Cracked in 45 days. Martin refused repair
Cracked in 45 days. Martin refused repair
Cracked in 45 days. Martin refused repair
Cracked in 45 days. Martin refused repair
Absolutely Fond of This Guitar

Most Liked Positive Review

5

One Great Little Guitar

This guitar is sweet the build quality is amazing. I was looking for a short scale guitar to compliment my other guitars. played the baby Taylor which to me didn't sound full enough, then the MartinLX1 which had a much warmer and a little deeper tone after a few trips to Guitar Center in Arlington heights Illinois and playing more guitars My heart settled on the LX1, since I perform onstage and also at small gatherings , Adam at the Arlington Heights store recommended the LX1E acoustic electric. once plugged in I was blown away by the rich fullness and that great martin sound don't get me wrong unplugged it sounds rich and clear like it's big brothers. but when plugged into an amp the on board Fishman really produces an awesome sound , everyone who hears this little gem cannot believe the rich clear sound produced by this little Martin when plugged in Thanks again to Adam and the Arlington Heights Illinois Guitar Center Staff . Like Adam stated You don't find the guitar, the Guitar finds You . would highly recommend this little beauty

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

I hesitate to recommend this one...

I really liked this little guitar, BUT...I read the reviews and decided to buy in-store so I could play the guitar before buying, and I'm SO glad I did. I went into my local Guitar Center and played THREE of these Martin LX1E guitars, including one that had been specially unboxed so I could try it after two others failed my examination. All three guitars had a very pronounced buzz in the frets. It was not that noticeable when I played them acoustically, but the buzz was very noticeable when I plugged them in to an amp. I even tested the amp with other guitars, to make sure it wasn't the amp. It wasn't. Its a great little guitar, great tone and very playable, BUT my advice would be not to buy this one on-line. Play it first. Play up and down the whole fretboard, and plug it into an amplifier and play again. I have been playing for more than fifty years and have never experienced playing three brand new Martins that were simply not up to snuff. Weird!

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Jamming12
  2. Practicing9
  3. Small Venues6
  4. Recording2
  5. Travel2
Cons
  1. Poor Quality4
  2. Not Consistent2
  3. Flat Sound1
  4. Not Completely Built for The Elements1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced7
  2. Professional Musician4
  3. Novice3
Pros
  1. Good Feel13
  2. Fun To Play12
  3. Consistent10
  4. Stays In Tune10
  5. Good Audio9

Reviewed by 17 customers

  • 7628 Bogart Drive

    5

    submitted5 months ago

    byKit

    fromFt Worth TX

    I love this guitar so much, I bought a second one soon after, and later added the non-electric version and installed a pickup myself. These little guitars are dream machines! Unlike most of the other Little Martin series, they have a solid spruce top; the sides and bodies are HPL, and this works great for durability, tone, comfort. They are an absolute joy to play. I pair them with Martin Retro Monel 12s (MM12), and boy, do they sing! I heartily recommend them!

  • Beautiful sound for a small instrument!

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byLee Anne

    fromSaginaw, Michigan

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    How nice to lighten my load for a short gig with this amazing little Martin! Great feel on the fretboard with good action and a great sound. Perfect!

  • I would buy this guitar again

    5

    Verified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byJohn

    fromJackson new jerset

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Great little guitar and easy to carry

  • Cracked in 45 days. Martin refused repair

    1

    submitted3 years ago

    byJim

    fromBakersfield

    The typical Martin warranty does not extend to the Lx product line. This is cheap garbage with a Martin name. Several other sources report these models are prone to splitting. It also sounds very dull. Terribly disappointed. Ruined Martin for me for life

  • Martin buzzed like a bee

    1

    submitted6 years ago

    byJim the music junky

    fromSan Jose

    Guitar is so poorly set up first 8 frets buzz meaning all chords sound horrible

  • I hesitate to recommend this one...

    2

    submitted6 years ago

    byTele Playr

    fromBoston

    I really liked this little guitar, BUT...I read the reviews and decided to buy in-store so I could play the guitar before buying, and I'm SO glad I did. I went into my local Guitar Center and played THREE of these Martin LX1E guitars, including one that had been specially unboxed so I could try it after two others failed my examination. All three guitars had a very pronounced buzz in the frets. It was not that noticeable when I played them acoustically, but the buzz was very noticeable when I plugged them in to an amp. I even tested the amp with other guitars, to make sure it wasn't the amp. It wasn't. Its a great little guitar, great tone and very playable, BUT my advice would be not to buy this one on-line. Play it first. Play up and down the whole fretboard, and plug it into an amplifier and play again. I have been playing for more than fifty years and have never experienced playing three brand new Martins that were simply not up to snuff. Weird!

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  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byNDP

    fromundisclosed

    Is it possible to get a hard shell case for it?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Musician's Gear MGMADN Molded ABS Acoustic Guitar Case is the recommended case.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byChuck

    fromDeltona fl

    Is this guitar made in Penn

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    This guitar was made in Mexico.

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byJinks

    fromDallas Texas

    Does it use steel strings?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    This guitar does use steel strings.

  • submitted6 years ago

    asked byLewis

    fromOhio

    Does guitar have built in pick up?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes, it does have a built in pickup.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byAlyssa

    fromTexas

    Does the guitar have an input? If so, please send a picture of the most recent edition of the guitar. I went to the store to look at this guitar and I didn't see an input. If it has an input what's size is it? Also does it have a built in tuner?

    Open Reply - Beau
    This guitar does have a 1/4" input jack. We will update the picture as soon as possible. It does not have a built in tuner.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byMiles

    fromCA

    Does this guitar come with a gig bag?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    This guitar comes with a gig bag.

  • submitted7 years ago

    asked byMike

    fromMO

    Is this guitar a good size for younger children given their smaller hand size (eg. 7- 10 years of age) ?

    Open Reply -
    This would be a great size guitar for a child, yes

  • submitted8 years ago

    asked byPatrick9as

    fromBrazil

    What is the size and the weight of it?

    Open Reply -
    6.3 x 38.6 x 18.1 inches 8.8 pounds

  • submitted8 years ago

    asked byJvan

    fromChicago

    What is the difference between this and the Martin X Series 2015 LX1E Little Martin Acoustic-Electric?

    Open Reply -
    These guitars are very similar. However, when you view the features they have a few slightly different appointments.