C.F. Martin & Co Gpc-X2E Sitka-Acajou Hpl

A Martin from the X Series Designed to Last

The Martin GPC-X2E follows a pragmatic approach: delivering the Martin playing DNA in a reliable, easy-to-live-with, and travel-ready instrument. Its back and sides made of high-pressure laminate (HPL) prioritize stability and durability, while the new mother-of-pearl style inlays (rosette and fretboard) provide a richer visual finish. The choice of a "Performing Artist" neck/fretboard/bridge set in selected hardwood also aims for better vibrational transfer and a more direct feel under the fingers.

For Whom and Which Styles?

With its Grand Performance 14-fret body and cutaway, the GPC-X2E is particularly suitable for ambitious beginners to intermediate guitarists seeking a versatile and comfortable folk guitar. It excels in strumming (pop, folk, vocal accompaniment), fingerpicking, and more melodic playing thanks to access to the upper frets. The built-in electronics make it a natural choice for stage, coffeehouse gigs, home studio, and amplified rehearsals.

Sound

The spruce top provides definition, a clear attack, and good dynamics, ideal for transitioning from light to more forceful playing. The HPL back and sides promote a consistent and predictable response, useful when alternating between different environments (temperature/humidity) or frequently transporting the instrument. The scalloped X-Brace helps the top vibrate more freely, enhancing projection and sound openness. The Grand Performance body balances bass, mids, and treble, while the cutaway favors solo playing and higher positions without sacrificing accompaniment effectiveness.

Technical specifications

Category	Steel String Shaped Body Electric-Acoustic	Neck	Selected wood
Format	Grand Performance	Radius	406 mm
Left handed	Yes	Fingerboard	Selected wood
Strings	Steel	Marker	Point
Nbr of strings	6	Nbrs of frets	20
Top	Sitka Spruce	Electronics	Fishman® MX
Back&Sides	HPL	Cover/case	Gigbag
Bracing	X	Color	Natural

Body size	Grand Performance 14 Fret Cutaway	Side inlay material	None
Construction	Dovetail neck joint	Endpin	None
Top material	Spruce	Endpin inlay	None
Top finish	Hand-rubbed	Heel cap	Black
Top color	Natural	Neck shape	Performing Artist
Top details	None	Neck taper	High Performance taper
Attachment	None	Neck material	Selected hardwood
Bracing pattern	X-Brace	Neck finish	Hand-rubbed
Brace shape	Scalloped	Fretboard material	Selected hardwood
Bracing material	Spruce	Nut width	1.73" / 44 mm
Brace size	12.7 mm / 0.5" with tone bars of 25.4 mm / 1"	Fretboard width at 12th fret	2.13" / 54 mm
Back material	HPL	Total number of frets	20
Side material	HPL	Neck joins body at	14th fret
Back and sides finish	None	Fretboard inlay style	Style 28
Back and sides color	None	Fretboard inlay material	Mother-of-pearl pattern
Back detail	Figured mahogany pattern	Side dots	White
Side details	Figured mahogany pattern	Scale length	25.4" / 645 mm (also listed as 63.5 cm by the manufacturer)
Back purfling and binding	None	Fretboard attachment material	None
Back inlay material	None	Neck color	None