Looking for the definitive American acoustic guitar workhorse? Tone Tailors Guitar Shop in Lancaster, PA, is your source for the legendary Martin D-18. For nearly a century, this iconic Dreadnought has been the go-to choice for legends and everyday players alike, celebrated for its no-frills design and powerful, clear tone.
The Martin D-18 delivers a full, balanced, and projective voice that has shaped countless recordings and performances. Handcrafted with a solid Sitka spruce top and solid mahogany back and sides, it produces a clear, punchy midrange and bright trebles that cut through any mix with exceptional clarity. The classic Dreadnought body size, combined with the updated Forward-Shifted X-Brace with GE-Scalloped bracing, provides an unbeatable tonal foundation with enhanced sustain and vintage-inspired resonance.
While the D-18's style is timeless, its playability is built for the demands of the modern musician. The comfortable satin neck, featuring a GE Modified Low Oval profile with a High-Performance Taper, ensures smooth, effortless playing. With elegant ebony details on the bridge, bridge pins, and fingerboard with stunning abalone dot inlays, the D-18 blends iconic looks with refined playability.
Body Size: D-14 Fret Dreadnought
Top Material: Solid Sitka Spruce with Gloss Finish
Back & Sides: Solid Mahogany with Gloss Finish
Bracing: Forward-Shifted X-Brace with GE-Scalloped Shape
Neck Profile: GE Modified Low Oval with High-Performance Taper
Fingerboard Material: Ebony with Abalone Dot Inlays
Nut Width: 1 3/4"
Scale Length: 25.4"
Included: Hardshell Case
The 2025 Martin Standard Series refresh elevates the D-18, with updates like a thinner fingerboard and refined bridge and heel that improve both playability and aesthetics. It’s a guitar that will inspire you for a lifetime of playing.
Come visit us at Tone Tailors Guitar Shop in Lancaster, PA, to experience the legendary tone and feel of the Martin D-18 firsthand.
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