DISC Martin 00-18

Full Description

Classic acoustic charm...

And it blossoms with age. It's time to explore an instrument that just keeps erupting with flavour the more you play. So, give this Martin 00-18 plenty of love, and it'll only reward you with sound at the pinnacle of quality. Enticed? You should be. Made with solid spruce and genuine mahogany, this Martin 00-18 kicks out tone worthy of pros, resulting in one powerhouse of an instrument. And it radiates sound that'll really speak to your soul. Riveting, responsive, oozing with richness. This is your next step to tonal greatness.

Spruce and mahogany. What a delicious blend of timbers. It's known among many players as the most 'classic' acoustic sound on the market. This Martin 00-18 emits all that, and much more. Explore instantly recognisable sound with a truly timeless edge. Infused with years of expertise, the 00-18 is more responsive, more dynamic, and more flavourful than ever. It boasts immense versatility, a superior response to your individual touch, and all the punch, warmth, and old-school resonance you could dream of. Breathtaking tonal warmth that wants you to do nothing more than play your way.

Tried and tested - renowned playability

Your smoothest playing action yet. This Martin 00-18 features a high-performance taper neck, and a modified low oval profile to bring you liquid-smooth playability. Built specifically for performance, this neck allows you to play with complete freedom, and sensational comfort. But it doesn't stop there. Martin always have, and always will pay meticulous attention-to-detail to your needs as a player. So, they've developed multiple different profiles and tapers to ensure you can always find your perfect playing feel. With their high-performance neck taper and modified low oval profile, you can form complicated chords with ease, play fast-paced styles, and any rhythm or lead technique - in any position.

And, you can improve your accuracy too. Transition from chord to chord with one comfortable, fluid, smooth movement. Bringing you a neck that's just as slim at the 12th fret as it is at the first fret. Run wild with leads, solos, and perform to your best with Martin. Plus, with a hand-rubbed finish, more of the 00-18's natural tone is unleashed. This is a truly responsive instrument with the smooth, comfortable playability needed for performance. Expertly-designed features that give this Martin perfectly-tailored playability. And it's all at your disposal.

Dynamic and defined

Big in tone, big on comfort. This Martin 00-18 features a 00-14 Fret body. It offers a distinctive auditorium tone with sublime comfort. It's perfect for any player looking for a majestic sonic impact with the pleasant feel of a smaller body type. And, you can still explore a big, dynamic tone with a uniformly balanced attitude. Play with confidence, freedom, and exceptional comfort.

It's time to really express yourself. And, with this Martin 00-18 you can find your most inspiring melodies with ease. All thanks to meticulous Martin know-how, a responsive nature, and smooth, sleek, performance-ready feel. Plus, with this 00-14 Fret body, you receive one versatile instrument with the capability to produce anything from delicate, soft tones to big, meaty chords. So, whatever your mood feels or whatever sonic scenario you find yourself in, this Martin has the power, and attitude to take your music to new heights.

Unmistakable Martin feel

For 183 years, Martin have been at the forefront of guitar innovation, and premier craftsmanship. Bringing you some of the best acoustic guitars possible. Martin's iconic tone is world renowned, and their playability has become an important characteristic that puts Martin guitars in a league of their own. And, with their revolutionary Plek process, Martin guitars truly maintain their undeniably majestic tone.

Precision for the ultimate feel and tone. This special Plek process involves a computer controlled device that scans and dresses the guitar under actual playing conditions. It's strung, and tuned to pitch for precise string tension emulation. An incredible process that's been a major breakthrough over the last decade. This is because the machine's meticulous attention to detail identifies exactly what needs to be done to bring you perfect fretwork. It's an innovative machine that brings you flawless results. Experience premium quality with an unmistakable tone and feel.

Specifications

Body & Bridge

• Top Material: Solid Spruce
• Body Material: Genuine
• Body Type: 00-14 Fret
• Bridge Material: Ebony
• Bridge Pin Material: Black Plastic
• Bridge Style: Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle
• Bridge String Spacing: 2 5/32''
• Saddle: Compensated Bone
• Saddle Radius: 16''
• Bracing Pattern: X-Brace
• Brace Shape: Scalloped
• Brace Material: Spruce
• Finish: Gloss
• Top Colour: Ageing Toner
• Body Colour: Dark Mahogany
• Binding: Faux Tortoise
• Rosette: Old Style 18 w/ Multi-Stripe

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Material: Select Hardwood
• Neck Construction: Dovetail
• Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval
• Neck Taper: High-Performance
• Neck Finish: Satin
• Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
• Number of Frets: 20
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone
• Pleked: Yes
• Nut Material: Bone
• Headstock Shape: Solid with Square Taper
• Headplate Material: East Indian Rosewood
• Headplate Logo Style: Script Old Style Overlay
• Scale Length: 24.9''

Hardware & Case

• Hardware Colour: Nickel
• Tuning Machines: Open Gear w/ Butterbean Knobs
• Recommended Strings: Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Light - 92/8 Phosphor Bronze MA540T
• Included Accessories: Martin Ply Hardshell