Name: Martin D-18 (1948)
Brand: Martin
SKU: AF25097
Price: 8500.0 USD
Availability: InStock

Vintage

On Consignment

Shipping Calculated At Checkout

This 1948 Martin D-18 has just come in for consignment! It's a rock-solid, great-sounding guitar for a player -- with a couple minor issues that keep the price well below top-of-market. If you've read the hype about old Martins, and you've been waiting for one with the sonic characteristics that make people forget about new guitars, this D-18 would be an excellent foray into the vintage space. The voice is dry, woody, and wide open, with the penetrating snap that characterizes later 1940's dreadnoughts. It's an excellent bluegrass guitar, with plenty of power and cut for jams and playing into a microphone.

Aside from the playwear on the soundboard and the numerous scratches and dings consistent with age that are visible in our photos, this D-18 has had a couple modifications. The braces have been scalloped; and the original tongue brace has been replaced by an abbreviated, trapezoidal brace. The neck has been reset, the nut & saddle replaced, new frets installed, and replacement Grover tuners installed as well. Price includes a contemporary Martin hard case. Shipping calculated at checkout.

Specs

Top

Sitka Spruce

Back & Sides

Mahogany

Fingerboard

Brazilian Rosewood

Bridge

Brazilian Rosewood

Tuners

Replacement Grover

Scale Length

25.4"

Nut Width

1 11/16"

String Spacing

2 1/18"

Case

Modern Martin HSC

High Standards

We accept only pre-owned instruments that meet our rigorous standards for authenticity, condition, and performance, each one carefully vetted to ensure it upholds the level of quality our customers expect.

Accurate Representation

Every instrument is meticulously photographed and accurately described, so you can buy with confidence knowing exactly what to expect.

Inspection & Setup

Each instrument is thoroughly inspected by our staff for authenticity and condition, with any necessary work and a full setup completed before it’s listed for sale.

Have Questions?

If you have any questions about this instrument’s condition, feel free to give us a call or drop us an email - we are always happy to provide an in-hand description and make sure you’re confident in your purchase.