Martin 000-18 (1931)
Vintage
The 12-fret 000-18 models produced in the very early 1930's are extremely lightly built, with resonance, depth of tone, and power that will boggle your mind relative to the weight of the instrument.
Well, we love it because it's in good condition and beautifully playable ~ which is more than you can say for most pre-war Martin 12-fret 000-18 you encounter. The TME affinity for this model goes back to the days of Eric Schoenberg: the 12-fret 000-18 produced in the very early 1930's are extremely lightly built, with resonance, depth of tone, and power that will boggle your mind relative to the weight of the instrument. This 000-18 remains in very good condition for its age: while the back has been refinished, and a couple back cracks repaired, that's about it. The finish is otherwise original, and the top is crack free. New bar frets have just been installed by TJ Thompson; and the guitar now plays gorgeously, with low action, a straight neck, and incredible responsiveness. We could try to tell you how great this guitar sounds, or you could listen to Duke Levine play it in the accompanying video. Its price includes a contemporary hardshell case.** Please note ~ payment is requested by wire transfer or check. This guitar is on consignment, and shipping will be calculated at time of purchase.
| Top | Red Spruce |
| Back & Sides | Mahogany |
| Neck | Mahogany |
| Fingerboard | Ebony |
| Bridge | Ebony (Replacement) |
| Nut & Saddle | Ebony nut & Bone saddle |
| Tuners | Original |
| Bracing | Scalloped (Forward shifted) |
| Construction | Hide Glue |
| Finish | Original Lacquer (Back refinished) |
| Carve | Vintage C |
| Nut Width | 1 7/8" |
| String Spacing | 2 3/8" |
| Scale Length | 25.4" |
| Truss Rod | Ebony |
| Inlays | MOP Dots |
| Headstock | C.F. Martin Decal |
| Serial # | 47867 |
| Case | Modern Hardshell |
Every instrument is thoroughly checked and set up before shipping fully insured via UPS with tracking to your door. We reuse boxes and materials to cut waste when they meet our protection standard.
Inspect it, play it, and if it isn't right, contact us within 48 hours of delivery to arrange a return or one-time exchange. Returns are subject to a 5% restocking fee, and the buyer covers shipping both ways.
Pricing
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Tasteful Restoration
When restoration is needed, we approach it with respect and restraint - always in service of preserving the instrument’s integrity and extending its musical life for decades to come.
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Shipping
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