Sound Pure's Take
From Martin and Co.
The Martin D-X2E Billy Strings takes inspiration from Billy’s love for his pre-war D-28 while offering a more accessible option for fans and players alike. It features the same unique 25” scale length and custom nut width as its high-end counterpart, making it easier to play fast, intricate lines while maintaining a comfortable feel. Built with durable Brazilian rosewood-patterned HPL back and sides and a solid spruce top, this Dreadnought delivers a powerful, booming tone that's perfect for both traditional and modern acoustic styles. Nickel open gear tuners, an ebony fingerboard with faux abalone inlay, and a style 28 rosette add a classic touch, while Martin E1 electronics and a built-in tuner ensure it's ready for the stage. Complete with a hemp softshell case, the D-X2E Billy Strings is a rugged, reliable instrument that reflects his passion for pushing boundaries and blending genres. Each guitar features a custom paper label with Billy’s pre-printed signature and graphic.
Top Material: Spruce
Finish Top: Hand-Applied
Top Color: Natural
Top Inlay Material: None
Top Detail: None
Binding: None
Bridge Material: Ebony
Bridge Style: Modern Belly
Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32"
Bridge Pin Material: White Plastic
Bridge Pin Dots: Black
Pickguard: Faux Tortoise
Pickguard Inlay: None
Rosette: 28 Style Boltaron
Saddle: White TUSQ®
Saddle Radius: 16"
Body Size: D-14 Fret
Construction: Mortise & Tenon Neck Joint
Back Material: Brazilian Rosewood HPL
Side Material: Brazilian Rosewood HPL
Back and Side Finish: Satin
Back and Sides Color: None
Back Detail: None
Side Detail: None
Back Purfling/Strip: None
Back Inlay Material: None
Side Inlay Material: None
Bracing Pattern: X-Brace
Brace Shape: Scalloped
Brace Material: Spruce
Brace Size: 5/16"
Endpiece: None
Endpiece Inlay: None
Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval
Neck Taper: Standard Taper
Neck Material: Select Hardwood
Neck Color: Natural
Finish Neck: Satin
Scale Length: 25"
Number of Frets Total: 20
Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
Heelcap: Black Boltaron
Fingerboard Material: Ebony
Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8''
Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 23/32''
Fingerboard Inlay Style: Diamond & Squares Long
Fingerboard Inlay Material: Faux Abalone
Fingerboard Binding Material: None
Side Dots: White
Headstock Shape: Solid
Headplate Material: Ebony
Headplate Logo Style: Authentic Style CFM Script Overlay
Headplate Binding Material: None
Tuning Machines: Nickel Open Gear
Knob: Butterbean
Nut Material: White Corian®
Case: Softshell
Weight: 4lbs 9oz
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