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Martin GPC-X2E Ziricote Acoustic-Electric Guitar

  • Grand Performance body with a deep cutaway
  • Sapele top, figured ziricote HPL back and sides
  • Martin E-1 electronics, 1/4 inch mono phone plug
  • Performing Artist series neck, select hardwood neck and fingerboard
  • 6 alloy steel strings
  • Case and tuner included

Updated 23 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A cutaway Grand Performance acoustic-electric with a bold, balanced voice and onboard electronics, case included. The back and sides are laminate, not ziricote boards.

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ASIN: B0CN9QRBKHModel: GPC-X2E ZiricoteCategory: Steel String Acoustic Guitars

Overview

Martin builds this Grand Performance acoustic-electric around a sapele top and figured ziricote HPL back and sides, with a deep cutaway for reaching the higher notes. Onboard electronics and a tuner handle the amplified side.

Eco-minded X Series materials and a deep cutaway make this a comfortable guitar for long sessions and for exploring chords high on the neck. The Performing Artist series neck is aimed at players who record for hours or play late into the night. The limitation is laminate back and sides, so it is not an all-wood build.

Who it's for

Players who spend long sessions on the neck and want upper-fret access, onstage or at home. Anyone who needs exact scale length or nut width before buying should confirm with the seller.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • Deep cutaway for upper-fret access
  • Bold, balanced tone with strong projection
  • Case and tuner included
  • Eco-minded X Series materials
Cons
  • Back and sides are laminate
  • Scale length not listed

Performance notes

A Grand Performance body balances projection against a manageable size, which matches the bold and balanced voice Martin lists. The select hardwood neck and fingerboard are meant to give smooth playability and response. Plugged in, the onboard electronics carry the amplified sound through the quarter inch plug.

Specifications

BrandMartin
ModelGPC-X2E Ziricote
Dimensions & fit
Instrument SizeGrand Performance
Construction & materials
Top Material TypeSapele wood
Back Material TypeZiricote
Body Material TypeZiricote
Fretboard Material TypeHardwood
String Material TypeAlloy steel
ColorNatural
Neck Material TypeWood
Included components
Included ComponentsCase, tuner, electronics
Other details
Guitar Bridge SystemAdjustable
Sound ProfileBold, balanced tone with stellar projection
Connector Type1/4 inch mono phone plug
Number of Strings6
ElectronicsMartin E-1

Frequently asked questions

How do I look after the ziricote HPL on the Martin GPC-X2E?

The back and sides are figured ziricote HPL, a laminate. The listing gives no care instructions, so follow Martin's own guidance for the guitar.

Does the Martin GPC-X2E Ziricote have a cutaway?

Yes. The description names a deep cutaway for reaching higher notes.

What is included with the Martin GPC-X2E Ziricote?

The spec table lists a case, a tuner and electronics. No cable or strap is named.