GPCX1E Black Guitar

The back and sides of all Martin X-Series models are made of HPL – high pressure laminate. This sustainable, man-made material, consisting of multiple layers of special paper, bonded with resin under high pressure has excellent sonic characteristics and is extremely strong. This, along with the low cost, makes HPL the perfect material for Martin’s entry level models, which is why Martin started using it as early as in the nineties.
Now, for 2024, the people at Martin gave the X-Series a full make-over! The most spectacular specimens of wood, from Martins stock have been expertly photographed for the new prints on these guitars. If the grain on your guitar is going to be a print, it might as well be the most beautiful print possible.
Furthermore, all X-Series models that are factory equipped with a pickup system now come with the Martin E-1 System.
Another change for all new X-series models is improved playability. The fingerboard is thinner with a gently beveled comfort edge and refined string spacing and the bridge contour was modernized for a smooth and comfortable playing experience.

The Grand Performance with Cutaway is one of the most modern shapes in the Martin catalogue. It’s curves are elegant, the relatively large body delivers a strong tone and the cutaway simplifies access to the upper frets.
It is therefore fitting that there is an X1 model in this shape without wood visuals. The HPL body comes in plain, semi-gloss black. Quite fittingly the birch laminate neck is dyed black as well which gives this guitar a modern, no-frills look.
To match the modern exterior, this guitar is equipped with a Martin E-1 system