Martin D-18 Authentic 1939 Aged

$6,729.00

Description

Back in stock! We're just as impressed with the Martin D-18 Authentic Aged model as we were with the recent D-28 of similar configuration. Noticeably lighter, noticeably more resonant and open-sounding -- it's a no-brainer if you're in the market for the best D-18 currently coming out of Nazareth, PA. The ultra-thin finish has bee artfully distressed to mimic years of play; and we love the fact that it doesn't come off as garish or extreme in any way. Smooth playability, and a wonderful soft-V neck carve that's exactly as a '39 replica should be. Did we mention the sound? It bears repeating: this is a fantastic sounding guitar, with the fat, dry punch that would easily fool an onlooker into thinking they were hearing a bona fide prewar D-18. With deluxe hard case from Martin!

Photos feature model currently in stock, but the video sample shows a previously sold example of this model.

Specs

  • Adirondack Spruce top with VTS (Vintage Tone System)
  • Mahogany back, sides & neck
  • Dreadnought 14-fret body size
  • 25.4" scale length
  • 1 11/16" nut width
  • Scalloped Adirondack spruce Authentic 1939 rearward shifted X brace pattern
  • Authentic 1939 neck shape with standard taper
  • Hide glue construction
  • Faux tortoise pickguard, endpiece and binding
  • Bone nut & saddle
  • Ebony fingerboard, bridge & heelcap
  • Old-style 18 Abalone fingerboard inlay
  • Aged vintage gloss finish
  • Authentic belly bridge with 2 1/8" spacing
  • Aged Nickel Open Gear tuning machines with butterbean knobs
  • Martin 545V Harptone Case

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