The Martin D-X2E Billy Strings takes inspiration from Billy’s love for his pre-war D-28 while offering a more accessible option for fans and players alike. It features the same unique 25” scale length and custom nut width as its high-end counterpart, making it easier to play fast, intricate lines while maintaining a comfortable feel. Built with durable Brazilian rosewood-patterned HPL back and sides and a solid spruce top, this Dreadnought delivers a powerful, booming tone that's perfect for both traditional and modern acoustic styles. Nickel open gear tuners, an ebony fingerboard with faux abalone inlay, and a style 28 rosette add a classic touch, while Martin E1 electronics and a built-in tuner ensure it's ready for the stage. Complete with a hemp softshell case, the D-X2E Billy Strings is a rugged, reliable instrument that reflects his passion for pushing boundaries and blending genres. Each guitar features a custom paper label with Billy’s pre-printed signature and graphic.

Features

Highlights

• D-14 Fret body size
• Brazilian Rosewood HPL back and sides
• Spruce top with Natural top color
• Modified Low Oval neck with Standard Taper
• 1 23/32'' fingerboard width at nut
• Softshell case

Top

• Top Material : Spruce
• Finish Top : Hand-Applied
• Top Color : Natural
• Top Inlay Material : None
• Top Detail : None
• Binding : None
• Bridge Material : Ebony
• Bridge Style : Modern Belly
• Bridge String Spacing : 2 5/32"
• Bridge Pin Material : White Plastic
• Bridge Pin Dots : Black
• Pickguard : Faux Tortoise
• Pickguard Inlay : None
• Rosette : 28 Style Boltaron
• Saddle : White TUSQ
• Saddle Radius : 16"

Body

• Body Size : D-14 Fret
• Construction : Mortise & Tenon Neck Joint
• Back Material : Brazilian Rosewood HPL
• Side Material : Brazilian Rosewood HPL
• Back and Side Finish : Satin
• Back and Sides Color : None
• Back Detail : None
• Side Detail : None
• Back Purfling/Strip : None
• Back Inlay Material : None
• Side Inlay Material : None
• Bracing Pattern : X-Brace
• Brace Shape : Scalloped
• Brace Material : Spruce
• Brace Size : 5/16"
• Heelcap : Black Boltaron
• Endpiece : None
• Endpiece Inlay : None

Neck

• Neck Shape : Modified Low Oval
• Neck Taper : Standard Taper
• Neck Material : Select Hardwood
• Neck Color : Natural
• Finish Neck : Satin
• Scale Length : 25"
• Number of Frets Total : 20
• Neck Joins Body At : 14th Fret
• Fingerboard Material : Ebony
• Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret : 2 1/8''
• Fingerboard Width at Nut : 1 23/32''
• Fingerboard Inlay Style : Diamond & Squares Long
• Fingerboard Inlay Material : Faux Abalone
• Fingerboard Binding Material : None
• Side Dots : White

Headstock

• Headstock Shape : Solid
• Headplate Material : Ebony
• Headplate Logo Style : Authentic Style CFM Script Overlay
• Headplate Binding Material : None
• Tuning Machines : Nickel Open Gear
• Knob : Butterbean
• Nut Material : White Corian

Misc

• Case : Softshell
• Label : Paper Label w/Model Name and Pre-Printed Billy Strings Signature
• Electronics : Yes
• Electronics Options : Martin E1
• Left Handed Availability : true
• Pleked : true

What's Included

D-X2E Billy Strings

• Signature Artist Editions, D-14 Fret, Acoustic Electric

Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Guitar Strings Phosphor Bronze - Light

• Pre-strung on instrument

Softshell Case

• Waterproof, Backpack straps, Internal padding protection