Martin Custom 1937 D-18 Authentic

Martin Custom 1937 D-18 Authentic
Martin Custom 1937 D-18 Authentic
Martin Custom 1937 D-18 Authentic
Martin Custom 1937 D-18 Authentic
Martin Custom 1937 D-18 Authentic
Martin Custom 1937 D-18 Authentic
Martin Custom 1937 D-18 Authentic
Martin Custom 1937 D-18 Authentic
Martin Custom 1937 D-18 Authentic
Martin Custom 1937 D-18 Authentic
Martin Custom 1937 D-18 Authentic
Martin Custom 1937 D-18 Authentic
Martin Custom 1937 D-18 Authentic
6-String Acoustic
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Martin Custom 1937 D-18 Authentic

Regular price $6,950.00
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Hot on the heels of the D-28 "Custom Authentic" models, we're excited to welcome our first D-18 "Custom Authentic" into the fold.

This powerhouse of a guitar will delight Martin dreadnought fans who've long wondered, "Why don't they make the D-18 Authentic 1937 anymore?" Well, thanks to the Martin Custom Shop's new 'Expert Authentic' program, we've brought it back!

This guitar is, essentially, a D-18A 1937, with the addition of an adjustable truss rod and a VTS top. Authentic bracing and top thickness. Full hide glue construction. Vintage low gloss finish. And the chunky, full thickness neck inspired by the original run of D-18A 1937 guitars (a significant part of the sound, of you ask us).

We're delighted to report the sound is everything we'd hoped it would be: the voice is wide-open and woody, with booming low end, fantastic crackle in the midrange, and the singing, fat trebles that characterize great old D-18s. An exciting development from the Martin Custom Shop, and a most welcome addition to our showroom! Priced with Custom Shop hard case from Martin.

  • Mahogany back & sides
  • VTS Adirondack Spruce top
  • VTS Adirondack Spruce bracing, Authentic Pattern, 5/16" scalloped
  • Genuine Mahogany neck, Custom 1937 Barrel & heel
  • Full Hide Glue construction
  • Vintage Low Gloss finish
  • Ebony fingerboard & 1930 style belly bridge
  • Bone nut & saddle
  • Old Style 18 select abalone fingerboard dots
  • Authentic headstock decal
  • 1 3/4" nut width
  • 25.4" Scale length
  • 2 5/16" String spacing
  • Waverly Tuners
  • Custom Shop hardshell case (5-ply, 545V Harptone)
  • Serial No. 2499862

About

Sarah Ryan

Sarah runs a painting and design studio based in Malletts Bay, Vermont, nestled near the Winooski River. Her work explores the intersection of fine art and functional design, often through collaborative projects with some of our favorite independent builders like Creston and Iris.

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