Martin D-18 - Natural with Aging Toner

Martin D-18 - Natural with Aging Toner

A true American classic, the Martin D-18 has set the standard for the acoustic guitar world for decades. Its timeless combination of a Sitka spruce top and genuine mahogany back and sides creates a voice that is both powerful and nuanced, making it a favorite across countless genres. The Sitka spruce top provides a broad dynamic range, offering crisp articulation for everything from aggressive strumming to delicate fingerpicking. It has a punchy, fundamental-focused voice that cuts through a mix with a warm, rich tone. The mahogany, known for its meaty midrange character and lack of ringing overtones, gives the guitar a focused, woody, and dry sound. This combination produces an honest, authoritative tone with impressive projection and volume, allowing your music to fill the room. This is the sound that inspired legends. From the early rock and roll of Elvis Presley to the folk anthems of Bob Dylan and the grunge of Kurt Cobain's iconic MTV Unplugged performance, the D-18 has been the backbone of American music. Its versatile tone and effortless playability have made it a go-to for everyone from legendary singer-songwriters like Paul Simon to bluegrass flatpickers and country artists.

Why Buy A Guitar From Palen Music Center?

Palen 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.

Highlights

• A classic Dreadnought body shape that delivers a bold, resonant tone with impressive volume and projection.

• The Sitka spruce top and mahogany body provide a powerful voice that is both warm and punchy.

• Forward-shifted X-bracing captures the ultra-responsive feel and rich low-end power of vintage Martin models.

• The comfortable Modified Low Oval neck profile is perfect for high-speed flatpickers, fingerstyle players, and strummers alike.

• The D-18's understated looks and timeless tone have made it one of the most cherished and time-tested designs in guitar history.

Specifications

• Body Wood: Genuine Mahogany

• Top Wood: Sitka Spruce

• Neck Wood: Genuine Mahogany / Select Hardwood

• Left/Right Handed: Right-handed

• Fretboard Wood: Ebony

• Scale Length: 25.4"

• Fretboard Radius: 16"

• Fretboard Inlay/Material: Abalone Dots / Old Style 18 Inlays

• Neck Profile: Modified Low Oval

• Finish: Gloss

• Bridge Material: Ebony

• Nut Material: Bone

• Tuners: Nickel Open Gear

• Electronics: N/A

• Bridge: Ebony

• Manufacturer Part Number: N/A

• Depth at 1st Fret: .815"

• Depth at 10th Fret: .910"

The instrument pictured is the exact instrument you’ll receive. All fretted instruments receive a free complimentary professional setup.

Please feel free to reach out to our knowledgeable sales staff with any additional questions!