Martin Little Martin LX1 Life is Good Acoustic Guitar
- Modified 0 compact body
- 23 inch scale, 1 11/16 inch nut
- HPL top with Life is Good print, figured mahogany HPL back and sides
- Spruce X-bracing
- Birch laminate neck, Richlite fingerboard
- Softshell case included
Updated 5 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A tough, compact travel guitar with a cheerful printed top that shrugs off scratches and humidity. Its short scale and laminate build give a smaller sound than a full-size Martin.
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ASIN: B0DJQH8XXPCategory: Steel String Acoustic Guitars
Overview
High-pressure laminate panels form the body of this Little Martin, so it resists scratches, humidity and temperature swings that crack wooden guitars. Spruce X-bracing inside adds clarity, and a short scale neck makes chords easy to reach.
Durability for travel and learning is why to buy it, a guitar you can take camping without worry. The bullets describe an HPL printed top while the description mentions a Sitka spruce top, and the short scale feels different from a full-size guitar.
Who it's for
Beginners, kids, campers and travelers will appreciate the size and resilience. Players wanting the depth of a full-size acoustic should look at larger models.
Pros and cons
- Resists scratches and humidity
- Easy short scale
- Eye-catching printed top
- Smaller, lighter sound
- Top material described two ways
Performance notes
HPL panels stay stable through humidity and temperature changes, so tuning and playability hold up on the road. The short scale lowers string tension, making bends and chords easier. The small body limits bass and volume.
Specifications
| Brand | Martin |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| String Nut Width | 1 11/16 inch |
| Scale Length | 23 inches |
| Item dimensions | 37.5 x 16.1 x 6.4 inches |
| Hand Orientation | Right |
| Construction & materials | |
| Top Material Type | Life is Good print HPL (description says Sitka spruce) |
| Back Material Type | Figured mahogany HPL |
| Fretboard Material Type | Richlite |
| String Material Type | Phosphor bronze |
| Neck Material Type | Birch laminate |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Softshell case |
| Other details | |
| Neck profile | Modified low oval |
| Tuners | Chrome closed gear |
| Body shape | Modified 0-14F |
| Bracing | Spruce X-brace, non-scalloped |
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Martin LX1 Life is Good?
It is a compact modified 0 body with a 23 inch scale. The listing gives dimensions of 37.5 x 16.1 x 6.4 inches.
Is the LX1 Life is Good top made of wood?
The bullets and specs describe an HPL top with the printed design, while the description mentions Sitka spruce. Confirm with the seller.
Does the LX1 handle humidity changes?
Yes. Martin says the HPL construction stands up to scratches, humidity and temperature changes.
Does the LX1 come with a case?
Yes, a softshell case.