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Built for greatness
Pioneers of dreadnought guitars, Martin know a thing or two about this comfortable, classic, and tonally gorgeous shape. There's a reason it is one of the most sought-after styles. Not only does it offer an easy playing experience, but its spacious lower bout and overall balanced size deliver a dynamic yet even tone. This makes it the perfect undercurrent for the DX's clarity, brightness, and depth. It also makes it wonderfully versatile, enough to thrive with any playing style, in any environment.
This guitar's body has been constructed entirely with quality HPL (high pressure laminate), an affordable alternative to Johnny Cash's original D-35 and Martin's commemorative D-35. It is tough, climate resilient, and delivers an incredibly consistent sound that lends itself to a range of genres and techniques. It might be more affordable, but it does not compromise on quality or the brilliant tone that Cash is known for.
Sublime playability
Play with freedom on the high performance taper neck. Crafted with black birch laminate, it is designed specifically for performance as its performing artist profile offers sensational playability. Play with ease and fluidity, the neck is just as slim at the 12th fret as it is at the first. This means that whether it’s a complicated chordal pattern or intricate fingerpicking techniques, you can slide up and down the neck effortlessly. Attached to such a meticulously designed neck is an FSC Certified Richlite fretboard. Whilst being wonderfully smooth, this fretboard offers tonal and practical attributes similar to that of ebony. These characteristics include amazing durability and versatile tone, showcasing brightness and gloriously crisp attack. Play with premium quality in both sound and playability.
Incredible stability
In order to deliver an exceptional, clear tone and sustain a comfortable playing experience, it is important to have a sturdy and durable structure. The DX provides the utmost stability from the inside. Within the HPL body there is scalloped X-bracing which offers robustness and resonance. The scalloped shape of the bracing means parts have been scooped out, allowing the spruce top to vibrate freely and this results in a more dynamic sound that retains structural reliability. Scalloped bracing is an enticing feature, particularly on Martin guitars, as it takes us back to their "Golden Era" when all their steel-string guitars featured this sturdy and resonant brace shape. Such instruments are still held with such high regard now, and so you can trust that the DX Johnny Cash has been constructed with history, experience, and an abundance of knowledge behind it.
The benefits of such an innovative brace do not stop there. An X-bracing pattern offers an exceptionally sturdy structure that accommodates high-tension steel strings. Tune up and play without worrying about any potential guitar body tragedies, X-bracing is strong enough to withstand any amount of pressure.
The possibilities of Fishman electronics
Amplify every nuance of sound with stunning definition and volume. The DX's Fishman MX electronics, located just within the soundhole, are specifically voiced for the DX Johnny Cash. Your music will retain its pure and natural acoustic feel whilst being projected with brilliant dynamics. Whether you're practicing at home, heading to the studio, or performing on stage, plug in and unleash your full potential.
The DX has been designed in conjunction with Johnny's son and the Cash Foundation management team. So, you know you're getting something truly special. Explore the possibilities of such a distinctive and authentic sound.
Specifications
Body & Bridge
- Top Material: HPL
- Body Material: HPL
- Body Type: D-14 Fret
- Bridge Material: FSC Certified Richlite
- Bridge Pin Material: Black Plastic
- Bridge Style: Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle
- Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32''
- Saddle: Compensated Black Tusq
- Saddle Radius: 16''
- Bracing Pattern: X-Brace
- Brace Shape: Scalloped
- Brace Material: Sitka Spruce
- Brace Size: 5/16''
- Rosette: Custom Ink
Neck & Fingerboard
- Neck Material: Black Birch Laminate
- Neck Construction: Mortise and Tenon Joint
- Neck Shape: Performing Artist
- Neck Taper: High-Performance
- Neck Finish: Hand-Rubbed
- Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
- Number of Frets: 20
- Fingerboard Material: FSC Certified Richlite
- Fingerboard Inlay Material: White Plastic and Custom Ink
- Fingerboard Inlay Style: Inlaid Stars and CASH Custom Ink
- Fingerboard Width at 12th Fret: 2 1/8''
- Nut Material: Black Corian
- Headstock Shape: Solid with Standard Taper
- Headplate Material: HPL
- Headplate Logo Style: Silver Script Ink
- Scale Length: 25.4''
Hardware & Electronics
- Hardware Colour: Chrome
- Tuning Machines: Chrome Enclosed Gear
- Knob: Small
- Label: Paper Label
- Pickguard: Black
- Electronics: Fishman MX
- Included Accessories: Soft Gig Bag Embroidered w/ the CASH Logo