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
Free 3-Year Warranty
In addition to the standard included manufacturer warranty, virtually all new products carry our exclusive, industry-leading, absolutely free Sound Pure 3-Year Warranty, which includes parts and labor. It's our way of adding real value to the personal touch our small, dedicated team brings to every purchase.
Coverage exclusions live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27. Read the warranty →
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