Martin Guitars - D-18-SUB
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Folk Guitar
Sunburst Dreadnought Folk Guitar Sitka Spruce/Mahogany D-18. Solid top, solid East Indian rosewood veneer, gold Martin logo.
ARTICLE N° 75158
Presentation
The Martin D-18 AMB Sunburst is a dreadnought acoustic guitar that represents the excellence and heritage of Martin sound. If you're looking for a guitar that delivers powerful, warm and nuanced tone, while being perfect for the stage or studio, the D-18 Sunburst is a compelling contender that's hard to beat.
This updated model incorporates the iconic features that have made the D-18 a success over the decades. The solid Sitka spruce top is a classic, delivering clear and vibrant resonance, while the solid mahogany back and sides provide incomparable warmth and depth of tone. The forward-shifted non-scalloped X-bracing allows the top to respond freely to vibrations, accentuating this natural and balanced projection, with round bass and perfectly defined treble.
The solid mahogany neck, with its Modified Low Oval profile and High-Performance Taper, ensures a smooth and comfortable grip. It is designed to offer effortless playing, whether for powerful chords or delicate solos. The solid ebony fingerboard, with its 20 Small frets, is a real treat under the fingers, offering precision and comfort.
Aesthetically, the D-18 immediately seduces with its sunburst color, which gives it a vintage character while remaining resolutely modern. This color, combined with a glossy nitrocellulose finish, will age beautifully over time, giving the guitar a unique patina that only quality instruments develop. The open nickel tuners bring a retro touch while ensuring excellent tuning stability.
In short, the Martin D-18 Sunburst is not just a guitar: it is a true musical companion, built to last and to accompany you in all your performances, whether on stage or at home. Delivered with its Martin case, it perfectly embodies the marriage of tradition and innovation.
This updated model incorporates the iconic features that have made the D-18 a success over the decades. The solid Sitka spruce top is a classic, delivering clear and vibrant resonance, while the solid mahogany back and sides provide incomparable warmth and depth of tone. The forward-shifted non-scalloped X-bracing allows the top to respond freely to vibrations, accentuating this natural and balanced projection, with round bass and perfectly defined treble.
The solid mahogany neck, with its Modified Low Oval profile and High-Performance Taper, ensures a smooth and comfortable grip. It is designed to offer effortless playing, whether for powerful chords or delicate solos. The solid ebony fingerboard, with its 20 Small frets, is a real treat under the fingers, offering precision and comfort.
Aesthetically, the D-18 immediately seduces with its sunburst color, which gives it a vintage character while remaining resolutely modern. This color, combined with a glossy nitrocellulose finish, will age beautifully over time, giving the guitar a unique patina that only quality instruments develop. The open nickel tuners bring a retro touch while ensuring excellent tuning stability.
In short, the Martin D-18 Sunburst is not just a guitar: it is a true musical companion, built to last and to accompany you in all your performances, whether on stage or at home. Delivered with its Martin case, it perfectly embodies the marriage of tradition and innovation.
Features
Body shape
Dreadnought
Scale length
645,00 mm (25,40")
Instrument size
4/4, standard
Finish
Gloss polish
Top material
Sitka Sitka Spruce
Side material
Mahogany
Back material
Mahogany
Neck material
Mahogany
Fingerboard material
Ebony
Fingerboard radius
406 mm (16,00")
Number of frets
20
Nut width
44,40 mm (1,748")
Type of tuners
Open tuners
Hardware color
Nickel
Pickguard color
Tortoise
Number of strings
6
Color
Sunburst
Case or cover included
Hard Case
Other features
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Martin D-18-AMB Sunburst
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Headstock: Solid, solid East Indian rosewood veneer, gold Martin logo
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Tuning machines: Closed, chrome finish, with large buttons
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Nut: Bone
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Fingerboard width at nut: 42.9mm
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Neck: Selected wood
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Neck finish: Satin lacquer
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Neck profile: Low
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Heel cap: White boltaron
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Fingerboard: Black ebony
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Number of frets: 20
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Fingerboard width at 12th fret: 54mm
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Fingerboard inlays: Style 28
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Body type: Dreadnought, body/neck joint at 14th fret
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Body/neck joint: Glued, dovetail joint
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Binding: White boltaron
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Scale length: 645mm
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Top: Solid Sitka Spruce
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Top Bracing Type: Standard X
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Top Bracing: Solid Sitka Spruce 7.94mm
