Martin D-15E Dreadnought Acoustic-electric Guitar - Natural Reviews
An electrified iteration of Martin’s long-standing mahogany dreadnought classic, the D-15E acoustic-electric guitar comes ready to conquer the stage with cutting-edge electronics and big-bodied unplugged tone. This guitar’s solid mahogany top and solid sapele back and sides supply a smoky, low-end biased drawl that forms the perfect sonic backbone for singer/songwriters, blues pickers, fingerstyle players, and beyond. Plus, the neck’s slim High Performance Taper, wide 1.75-inch nut width, and smooth katalox fingerboard are primed for comfortable playability and effortless performance. However, what sets the D-15E apart from its 15-series siblings is its formidable array of electronics — an easy-to-read soundhole tuner and Martin’s E1 electronics system make it a breeze to authentically electrify the D-15E’s big, booming dreadnought tone on any stage. Simply put, the D-15E represents the perfect marriage of modern acoustic-electric functionality and timeless Martin tonal tradition.
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Great Martin!
I've wanted an all wood acoustic guitar for a long time. Im 69. Some of the prices are outrageous. Not this Martin. It's priced right, looks good, and sounds fantastic. It has that Martin tone that no other guitar has. I'm very happy with my purchase. Thank you Sweetwater and Cristian.
Awesome for what it is
For context, I wanted a mid-level guitar with built-in electronics to sing and travel with. Something with a solid voice, but not expecting a 1950s-era D-18.
The tone is mid-focused. Very warm and rounded when finger-picking, but surprisingly punchy in the mids when using a pick. The lows aren't anywhere near as loud as the D-18's, but it is very balanced. The guitar compliments my voice (low range) very well.
Depending on the strings you use, you can get some sparkly highs (i.e., with 80/20s). The stock strings do have some sparkle, but that isn't really what this guitar is built for.
Electronics are great. I really like the built-in tuner - perfect for the stage.
Overall, this is a great guitar if you're looking for a hearty stew by a roaring fire... But again, don't expect any miracles out of a mid-level guitar.
Butter Bean tuners
I would like to own another d15 but am not sure about the butterbean tuners. Was fine with the standard tuners.Thank You, Michael Parks
