Martin DX2E Ziricote Acoustic-Electric Guitar
- Dreadnought body shape, spruce top, ziricote back and fretboard
- Martin E-1 electronics with built-in tuner, volume, tone and phase controls
- 1/4 inch (6.35mm) jack for plugging in
- 6 strings, alloy steel
- Softshell case included
- Burst finish, X Series
Last refreshed Sep 28, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A loud, bass-forward dreadnought with onboard electronics and a case in the box, aimed at players who want to plug in at any volume. The back and sides are laminate, so durability comes ahead of all-wood character.
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ASIN: B0CN9NWGXSModel: D-X2ECategory: Acoustic-Electric Guitars
Overview
A player who wants an electric-ready acoustic gets a dreadnought-body guitar with a satin spruce top and ziricote pattern laminate back and sides. Onboard Martin electronics add a chromatic tuner plus volume, tone and phase controls, so the guitar works at any volume.
Martin built this X Series guitar to be played hard, and the laminate back and sides resist wear. The dreadnought shape projects loudly with strong bass, which suits strumming in most genres. The compromise is that the sides and back are laminate, so they lack the aging character of traditional tonewood.
Who it's for
Strummers and singer-songwriters who move between unplugged practice and plugged-in playing get the most from it. Anyone who needs a compact body, or who must confirm hand orientation first, should check before buying.
Pros and cons
- Dreadnought body projects loudly with strong bass
- Onboard tuner, volume, tone and phase controls
- Softshell case included
- Thinner fingerboard with comfortable beveled edge
- Back and sides are laminate, not wood boards
- Hand orientation not listed
Performance notes
The dreadnought body moves a lot of air, which gives the loud projection and strong low end Martin describes. The spruce top and a voice with sparkle on the top end suit open strumming. Plugged in, the signal leaves through the quarter inch jack, and the tone and phase controls shape what reaches the amp.
Specifications
| Brand | Martin |
|---|---|
| Model | D-X2E |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Instrument Size | Large (dreadnought) |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | Spruce wood |
| Body Material Type | Engineered wood |
| Neck Material Type | Wood |
| Fretboard Material Type | Ziricote wood |
| String Material Type | Alloy steel |
| Color | Burst |
| Back Material Type | Ziricote wood |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Softshell case |
| Other details | |
| Connector Type | 1/4 inch (6.35mm) jack |
| Guitar Bridge System | Stop tail |
| Number of Strings | 6 |
| Sound profile | Warm with top end sparkle |
| Electronics | Martin E-1 with chromatic tuner |
Frequently asked questions
How do I plug the Martin D-X2E Ziricote Burst into an amp?
It has a 1/4 inch (6.35mm) jack and Martin E-1 electronics, so a standard instrument cable connects it. The listing does not include a cable.
Does the Martin D-X2E Ziricote Burst have a built-in tuner?
Yes. The E-1 electronics include a built-in chromatic tuner along with volume, tone and phase controls.
Is the Martin D-X2E Ziricote Burst an all-wood guitar?
No. The description calls the back and sides high pressure laminate in a ziricote pattern. The top is listed as spruce wood.
What comes with the Martin D-X2E Ziricote Burst?
A softshell case. The listing names no strap, cable or tools.