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Description
The Martin LXME Little Martin is a compact, versatile acoustic-electric guitar designed for musicians who value portability without sacrificing sound quality. Perfect for both aspiring guitarists and seasoned professionals, this model combines Martin's renowned craftsmanship with innovative features to offer a rich and balanced tone in a smaller package. The Fishman Sonitone electronics ensure your sound is amplified with clarity, making it an excellent choice for live performances or recording sessions.
The Little Martin's construction utilizes a high-pressure laminate (HPL) top, back, and sides, giving it durability and resistance to temperature and humidity changes. This makes it an ideal travel companion, whether you're performing on stage or jamming by the campfire. The Stratabond neck and Richlite fingerboard provide a smooth playing experience, allowing for fast and comfortable playability.
Whether you're a fingerstyle player or a strummer, the Martin LXME delivers a surprisingly full sound for its size, thanks to its cleverly designed bracing and body shape. With its small stature and big sound, the Little Martin makes an excellent choice for traveling musicians or those with smaller hands seeking a reliable, high-quality instrument.
Key Features:
- Compact size with full sound
- High-pressure laminate (HPL) top, back, and sides
- Fishman Sonitone electronics for clear amplification
- Stratabond neck for durability and strength
- Richlite fingerboard for a smooth playing experience
- Ideal for travel and versatile playing environments
Product specs
| Brand | Martin |
| Model | LXME |
| Finish | Natural |
| Year | 2003 - 2018 |
| Made In | Mexico |
| Categories | Acoustic Travel Guitars, Acoustic-Electric Guitars |
| Active Preamp | Yes |
| Back Material | High Pressure Laminate |
| Body Shape | Travel |
| Color Family | Natural |
| Finish Style | Satin |
| Fretboard Material | Composite |
| Model Family | Martin LXM |
| Neck Material | Mahogany |
| Number of Frets | 20 |
| Number of Strings | 6-String |
| Pickup | Undersaddle Piezo Pickup |
| Right / Left Handed | Right Handed |
| Series | Martin Little Martin |
| Sides Material | High Pressure Laminate |
| String Type | Steel |
| Top Material | High Pressure Laminate |
FAQs
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What is the body shape of the Martin LXME Little Martin?
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The Martin LXME Little Martin features a travel-sized body shape, making it compact and easy to transport, ideal for traveling musicians.
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What materials are used in the construction of the Martin LXME Little Martin?
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The Martin LXME Little Martin is constructed with high-pressure laminate for the top, back, and sides, and a composite fretboard, providing durability and a consistent tone.
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Does the Martin LXME Little Martin have an active preamp?
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Yes, the Martin LXME Little Martin is equipped with an active preamp and an undersaddle piezo pickup, allowing for amplified performance.
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Is the Martin LXME Little Martin suitable for beginners?
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The Martin LXME Little Martin is suitable for beginners due to its smaller size, which makes it easier to handle and play, especially for younger players or those with smaller hands.
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What type of strings does the Martin LXME Little Martin use?
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The Martin LXME Little Martin uses steel strings, which contribute to its bright and resonant sound, typical of acoustic guitars.
Videos
Dave Starke
Africa Acoustic - Martin LXME Review
Africa Acoustic - Martin LXME Review
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Unboxing My Little Martin LXME Guitar
Jim Mallinger
Martin LXME little Martin travel acoutic guitar with Fishman pickup 5 year review
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Reviews
PROS
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Compact size ideal for traveling musicians and beginners
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Exceptional sound quality for a smaller guitar
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Built-in tuner adds convenience for quick tuning
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High build quality ensures durability
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Narrow neck facilitates easier bar chord practice
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Versatile sound, great for both fingerpicking and strumming
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Fishman pickups provide excellent amplified sound
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Maintains the classic Martin sound despite smaller size
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Highly portable, perfect for live performances and intimate settings
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Easy string bending compared to larger models
CONS
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Strumming can produce a somewhat bright, tiny sound
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Requires medium gauge strings for optimal strumming tone
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Martin LXME Little Martin.
Use cases and applications
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Owners find the Little Martin perfect for travel and casual playing environments like the beach or around a campfire due to its durability and portability.
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Owners working in confined spaces, like ship cabins, find the compact size ideal for limited room settings, without compromising playability.
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User experience
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Users report the Little Martin as a great secondary guitar but recommend a full-size guitar for primary use to avoid feeling cramped during extended play.
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The LX1 is praised for its portability, allowing users to comfortably play in unconventional settings like hammocks and easily transport it due to its small size.
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An owner noted the satin finish as "tough as a boot," highlighting its durability in everyday use scenarios.
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4.0 out of 5
Based on 6 Reviews and 11 Ratings
Cinders
This guitar was the first guitar I purchased for Cinders in 2015. It is the acoustic guitar you hear on our first record and the guitar I played live the first year of touring. We still use it for acoustic shows and intimate performances. It is still one of my favorites and has taken a beating over the years but still stays true to the Martin sound.
Ease of Use
easy to bend unlike my Taylor Dreadnought. very portable especially for a travelling musician like me.
Great Sound for a Small Body
This guitar is great for the price. Such a powerful sound for a small guitar, and the Fishman pickups sound great! Perfect for travel and such a well built guitar.
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Great guitar for beating around
My model is actually the basic LM-1 that I just dropped an LR Baggs pickup/EQ into. I love this guitar. I might be biased because I love Ed Sheeran as well.
Little Martin LXME
I used it when I was playing most of popular songs of young the giant "apartment" and much more..,.
Artist usage
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Here you can see Ed using the only Martin LXME he ever owned. He used to play on this guitar for a short while in 2011 before permanently sticking to the Martin LX1E as his go-to guitar.
Brian Molko uses the Martin LXME Little Martin for live acoustic performances, as shown in the Gstatic image source.
Another smaller Martin acoustic-electric guitar Lindsay uses.
Ada Milea often performs with a Little Martin LXME: https://www.botadorinphotography.com/concert-ada-milea-and-bobo/ ; https://www.mixcloud.com/stefania-popescu/la-multi-ani-ada-milea/ ;
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