{"product_id":"martin-custom-shop-grand-performance-gp-18-white-gloss","title":"Martin Custom Shop Grand Performance - White Gloss","description":"\u003c!-- split --\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMartin Custom Shop Grand Performance - White Gloss\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eThis stunning Martin Custom Shop creation takes the versatile, workhorse energy of the Grand Performance body shape and dresses it in a show-stopping White gloss finish. While the aesthetics are distinctly modern, the soul of this instrument is pure, classic Martin. Inspired by the legendary Style 18 lineage—favored by icons ranging from Elvis Presley to Kurt Cobain—this guitar pairs a premium Grade 4 Spruce top with genuine Mahogany back and sides. This combination delivers that beloved \"dry,\" woody fundamental tone with warm mids, while the Scalloped Forward-Shifted X-bracing ensures the top vibrates freely for massive projection and dynamic range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eThe playability is designed for the modern professional, featuring a cutaway for upper-fret access and a Modified Low Oval neck with a High-Performance Taper that feels sleek and fast. The fingerboard and bridge are crafted from solid Black Ebony. As tone aficionados know, true Black Ebony is dense and smooth, providing excellent sustain while keeping the attack clear and articulate. The visual appointments are equally impressive, featuring a Style 45-inspired Abalone perimeter inlay that pops beautifully against the white finish. This is a rare opportunity to own a \"one-of-a-kind\" aesthetic on a timeless sonic platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003ePalen Music Center has a wide range of unique guitars to enhance the sound of your music! We have been trusted by musicians across the country since 1963 and are constantly working to provide the best value for our customers. With the addition of our new PLEK machine and our longtime veteran luthiers, we are pleased to provide top-quality guitar repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.\u003c\/i\u003e \u003ci\u003ePlease feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Martin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48232575566081,"sku":"2902559","price":6099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1298\/4787\/files\/Artboard1copy5_ddcd79ed-8bd5-4e39-9a85-068bf03fc8c8.png?v=1773177325","url":"https:\/\/www.palenmusic.com\/products\/martin-custom-shop-grand-performance-gp-18-white-gloss","provider":"Palen Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}