Small Body, Big Martin Voice
The Martin LX1E Little Martin proves you do not need a full size box to get inspiring acoustic tone. It is a compact, road friendly Martin that still gives you that clear spruce top shimmer, focused mids, and a plugged in sound that holds its own on stage.
Whether you are on the couch, in a dorm, riding shotgun on a road trip, or sneaking in practice backstage, this LX1E feels like a real guitar under your hands. Photos are of the actual guitar, and this exact one is light, resonant, and ready to go.
Solid Spruce Top, Road Ready Body
The heart of the LX1E is its solid spruce top, which gives you that classic Martin clarity and sparkle. Chords ring with definition, single notes have a sweet bloom, and the guitar stays articulate even when you dig in.
The mahogany pattern HPL back and sides are the secret weapon for a travel friendly rig. They are tough, stable, and far less temperamental about temperature and humidity than traditional solid wood, so you can take this to the beach, the campfire, or the gig without babying it.
Comfortable Neck That Plays Like A Full Size Martin
The Rust Birch laminate neck with a Modified Low Oval profile and standard taper feels familiar the second you wrap your hand around it. It is slim enough for younger players or smaller hands, but not so thin that experienced players feel like they are fighting it.
The FSC certified Richlite fingerboard is smooth, consistent, and low maintenance. Pair that with the 23 inch scale and you get a slightly slinkier feel for bends, stretches, and long practice sessions. It is the kind of neck you forget about because it simply gets out of your way.
Plug In And Play With Fishman Presys VT
When you are ready to hit an amp or PA, the onboard Fishman Presys VT keeps things simple and musical. It translates the guitar’s natural tone with a clear, usable voice that works for worship, open mics, songwriter rounds, and small stages.
You get a control layout that stays out of your way while giving you enough tweakability to dial in a warm, natural sound. No menu diving, no learning curve, just plug in, turn up, and play.
Built For Travel, Practice, And Everyday Inspiration
At around 3.8 pounds, this Little Martin is easy on your shoulder and fits into places a full size dreadnought simply will not. The modified 0 body is compact but still feels substantial enough to brace against your ribs and dig into your picking hand dynamics.
It ships in a padded gig bag so you are ready for lessons, rehearsals, and flights. Real talk, if you have been looking for a guitar that actually makes you want to practice more, this size and feel hits that sweet spot.
Sustainable, Player Focused Design
Martin loaded the LX1E with sustainable materials like FSC Richlite for the fingerboard and bridge, plus HPL for the body. You get stable, consistent performance and a guitar that is built with the future in mind.
Details like the compensated Tusq saddle, Corian nut, and chrome enclosed tuners keep intonation solid and tuning stable. It is a no drama setup that just works, day after day.
Dialed In By Moore Guitars
This LX1E has been through our full Player-Perfect setup, inspected three times, and is ready to make noise the moment you open the bag. Tell us your preferred string gauge and action at checkout and our techs will dial it in like it is going into their own rig.
Only one of this exact guitar is in the shop, and you are looking at its real photos right now. If you are after a compact acoustic electric that still sounds and feels like a serious Martin, this Little Martin will absolutely get the job done.
Questions about this guitar or how it compares to other small body Martins? Call (888) 794-8482 and talk to a real player on our team – no scripts, just honest conversation.
