Molly Tuttle’s Signature Tone, Now Within Reach
There are certain guitars that just feel right—like an old friend from the first strum. That’s the magic Martin and Molly Tuttle have captured in the D-X2E Molly Tuttle signature model. Inspired by her prized 1943 D-18, this guitar delivers the essence of a vintage cannon with the durability and accessibility modern players need. It’s a songwriter’s dream and a flatpicker’s secret weapon, all rolled into one.
Vintage Feel, Modern Reliability
The first thing you’ll notice is the neck. Martin brought Molly’s preferred 1941 neck profile and a nimble 1 11/16″ nut width to the X Series for the first time. It’s a fast, comfortable C-shape that feels immediately familiar, encouraging complex chords and lightning-fast runs. The solid spruce top—the heart of any great acoustic’s voice—is supported by scalloped X-bracing, giving it a powerful, articulate, and open sound that will only get better with age. The stunning vintage sunburst finish just seals the deal.
Built for the Road
Here’s the genius part—Martin paired that solid top with figured mahogany HPL (high-pressure laminate) back and sides. This gives you the warm, woody thump you expect from a mahogany dreadnought, but with road-tested resilience against the temperature and humidity changes that can wreck a solid-wood instrument. It’s the perfect blend of tradition and tech, ensuring your tone stays true from the studio to the festival stage. Custom touches like the moon phase inlays, oval tuner buttons, and Molly’s signature on the label make it clear this is a special instrument.
Stage-Ready Electronics
When it’s time to plug in, the onboard Martin E1 electronics deliver a true representation of the guitar’s natural acoustic voice. With a built-in soundhole tuner and controls for volume, tone, and phase, dialing in your sound is a breeze. Whether you’re playing a quiet coffee shop or a packed theater, the D-X2E is ready to perform, giving you consistent, feedback-free tone every time.
