Martin GPC-X1E-BLACK Grand Performance Acoustic/Electric Guitar with Gig Bag-Black

The remastered X Series is designed for ultimate playability. The GPC-X1E Black acoustic-electric guitar features a high-pressure laminate (HPL) top, back, and sides in a stunning satin black finish, all while retaining the classic Martin sound. It offers a thinner fingerboard with a beveled edge for comfort, refined string spacing, and a modern bridge for a smooth playing feel. Its Grand Performance body size delivers a projective, balanced tone with extra bass and a cutaway for easy access to the highest frets. The guitar comes with satin tuners and Martin E-1 electronics, including a built - in chromatic tuner and controls for volume, tone, and phase, allowing you to play at any volume. All X Series models include a softshell case. Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan® 2.0 Guitar Strings Phosphor Bronze - Light. Body Size: GPC - 14 Fret. Finish Top: None. Construction: Mortise & Tenon Neck Joint. Back and Side Finish: Satin. Bracing Pattern: X - Brace. Scale Length: 25.4'. Brace Shape: Scalloped. Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4'. Top Material: Black HPL. Neck Shape: PA Profile. Back Material: Black HPL. Neck Taper: High - Performance Taper. Side Material: Black HPL. Electronics: Martin E - 1. Top Color: None. Bridge Style: Sloped Modern Belly. Binding: None. Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32'. Top Inlay Material: None. Bridge Material: Richlite®. Top Detail: None. Bridge Pin Material: Black Plastic. Pickguard: None. Bridge Pin Dots: White Plastic. Pickguard Inlay: None. Saddle: Black Tusq. Rosette: Pad Printed Herringbone. Saddle Radius: 16'. Brace Material: Spruce. Back and Sides Color: None. Brace Size: 5/16'. Back Detail: None. Back Purfling/Strip: None. Back Inlay Material: None. Heelcap: Black Boltaron. Side Detail: None. Endpiece: None. Side Inlay Material: None. Endpiece Inlay: None. Neck Material: Birch Laminate. Fingerboard Material: Richlite®. Finish Neck: Hand - Rubbed. Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8'. Neck Color: Black. Fingerboard Inlay Style: Style 28. Number of Frets Total: 20. Fingerboard Inlay Material: Faux Abalone Pattern. Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret. Fingerboard Binding Material: None. Side Dots: White. Headstock Shape: Solid. Tuning Machines: Satin Chrome Closed Gear. Headplate Material: Black HPL. Knob: Small. Headplate Logo Style: Script Ink. Nut Material: Black Corian. Headplate Binding Material: None. PLU: GPCX1EBLACK

Using your Martin GPC-X1E Black guitar is a breeze. First, if you want to play acoustically, just pick up the guitar and start strumming. The Grand Performance body size gives a great, balanced sound. When you're ready to plug in, use the Martin E-1 electronics. The built-in chromatic tuner helps you tune up quickly. You can adjust the volume, tone, and phase to get the sound you like. Remember to use the recommended Authentic Acoustic Lifespan® 2.0 Guitar Strings Phosphor Bronze - Light for the best sound. As for maintenance, keep your guitar in the softshell case when not in use to protect it from dust and scratches. Wipe the strings with a clean cloth after each use to prevent corrosion. If you notice any issues with the tuning or the electronics, it's a good idea to take it to a professional guitar technician. And always store your guitar in a place with a stable temperature and humidity to avoid damage to the wood and other materials.