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Martin DX Johnny Cash Left-Handed - Jett Black

6-string Acoustic-electric Guitar, Left-handed, with HPL Top, HPL Back and Sides, Black Birch Laminate Neck, and Richlite Fingerboard - Jett Black
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A Value-priced Johnny Cash Dreadnought

Johnny Cash was famous for his one-of-kind baritone voice, distinctive all-black wardrobe, and — as acoustic guitar aficionados will attest — his beloved Martin Dreadnought. The Martin DX Johnny Cash supplies you with a stylish facsimile of his signature axe, at a price that’s sure make any guitarist smile ear to ear. This acoustic-electric guitar boasts the unmistakable Martin feel and tonality, along with a comfortable Performing Artist-profile neck and Fishman electronics for top-notch plugged-in tone. The Johnny Case DX A/E includes an eye-catching black satin finish, custom “autographed” rosette, and star fingerboard inlays with CASH at the 18th fret — it’s a must-have collectable for all Johnny Cash fans.

Performing Artist neck profile for buttery-smooth playability

Whether you need to survive long recording sessions or plan to play out late into the night, you'll be glad you've got a DX Johnny Cash A/E. This easy-playing guitar features one of Martin’s amazing Performing Artist series necks. The slim profile is easy on your hand, allowing you to play those extended sessions in total comfort. You’ll find nary a guitarist here at Sweetwater who doesn’t appreciate the great feel of Martin’s PA-profile necks.

A buzzworthy fretboard, without the fret buzz

Here’s the skinny on the revolutionary composite fretboard material Martin used on the DX Johnny Cash: It’s awesome. Unlike wood, Richlite is unaffected by changes in temperature or humidity. No more winter pitting or spring-swell fret buzz! It’s also hard enough to be used as cutting surfaces in the most demanding professional kitchens on earth. The result is a great-feeling fretboard that adds killer sustain to your DX Johnny Cash acoustic-electric guitar.

Ready for performance with Fishman MX electronics

The Martin DX Johnny Cash comes equipped with Fishman MX electronics that are ready for you to hit the stage. The pickup is mounted inside the soundhole — it’s the epitome of discrete. Fishman is a world leader in acoustic amplification, giving you exceptional plugged-in tone with the DX Johnny Cash.

Martin DX Johnny Cash Left-handed Acoustic-electric Guitar Features:

  • Johnny Cash signature DX A/E
  • Dreadnought body ensures ample projection
  • Comfortable 25.4-inch scale length; scalloped X-bracing
  • PA-profile black birch laminate neck and Richlite fingerboard
  • Fishman MX electronics supply stellar plugged-in tone
  • Custom rosette; eye-catching star fingerboard inlays with CASH at the 18th fret
  • Attractive satin finish

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Tech Specs

  • String Type: Steel
  • Number of Strings: 6
  • Left-/Right-handed: Left-handed
  • Body Shape: DX Johnny Cash Dreadnought
  • Back & Sides Wood: High-pressure Laminate
  • Top Wood: High-pressure Laminate
  • Finish: Satin
  • Color: Jett Black
  • Body Bracing: Scalloped X-bracing
  • Neck Wood: Black Birch Laminate
  • Neck Shape: Performing Artist
  • Radius: 16"
  • Fingerboard Material: Richlite
  • Fingerboard Inlay: Stars with CASH at 17th fret
  • Number of Frets: 20
  • Scale Length: 25.4"
  • Nut Width: 1.75"
  • Nut/Saddle Material: Corian/Tusq
  • Bridge Material: Richlite
  • Tuning Machines: Enclosed Gear
  • Electronics: Fishman MX
  • Strings: Martin Authentic Lifespan Lights
  • Case Included: Gig Bag
  • Manufacturer Part Number: 11DXJOHNNYCASHL

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Rated 5/5

Absolutely blown away

This was my retirement gift from my family. I have owned Fender, Ibanez and Samick acoustic guitars and this beats the pants off of all of them. COMBINED!

This plays like an absolute dream! I have noticed it will let you know if you're doing something wrong especially with form. It belts out a deep and throaty roar that would make JC himself proud.

If you're on the fence and want a Martin, pull the trigger. You won't regret it one bit.
Rated 5/5

Great guitar

The Martin Johnny cash dx acoustic guitar is just awesome!! One of the best purchases I dont regret at all, thank you Greg sorvino my sweetwater sales engineer, I had to give this one 5 stars.
Music background: Recording engineer, musician.
Rated 5/5

Bang for the buck

I had mine plekked. And next to my Gibson j45 the quality of sound is comparable. It have a brighter tone than the Gibson but I will be gigging this guitar. It is impressive, being its a laminate knock around guitar. I have had it for 6 months and im still impressed
Music background: Gigging musician
Rated 5/5

A Great Martin Guitar, at a great price!

This guitar is a great value and it plays really well. I have another DX1AEL style guitar, a D16, and a couple of other MIM Martins and it's amazing how close the MIM Martins are to my D16. A very temperature and humidity resistant guitar, but you should keep any guitar between 35% and 45% humidity, for the best sound.

My Sales Engineer, Dustin, once again made the whole buying experience a pleasure.
Music background: Beginner
Rated 5/5

A lot of Fun

In the C F Martin world, this Johnny Cash tribute is a cheap guitar. And being left handed, my options are somewhat limited. Yet I can't believe the rich, full sound of this thing. I own several comparably priced guitars and there's no comparison in fullness of sound. I haven't even plugged it in yet. I'm just enjoying the acoustics. It's also easier to play than my others. And this is really cool - I've been playing it for about three weeks now and haven't had to re-tune once! Not even tweak it. I have to call Mike and see what strings are on it. It's also really great looking, flat black with "Cash" on the fret board.
Sweetwater does not disappoint. I ordered it on a Friday and FedEx delivered it on Sunday.
This guitar is a lot of fun.
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