Martin D-18 2024 Spec #M2867519

Full Description

Classic tonewoods, timeless voice

Few combinations are as revered as spruce and genuine mahogany, and the D-18 showcases why. The solid spruce top delivers clarity, articulation, and a wide dynamic range, responding instantly to every nuance of your touch. Paired with genuine mahogany back and sides, you get a focused low end, punchy mids, and sweet, singing highs that sit beautifully in a mix. It’s a voice that records effortlessly and fills a room with ease. Over time, the solid construction matures, opening up to reveal even greater depth and complexity. This is the unmistakable dreadnought sound that’s powered countless classic tracks.

Forward-shifted power and projection

Under the hood, forward-shifted scalloped X-bracing gives the D-18 its commanding presence. This traditional design allows the top to vibrate more freely, increasing bass response and overall projection while maintaining superb balance. The result is a bold, rumbling low end and a lively top that retains clarity when you dig in. Whether you’re strumming hard in a band setting or backing a strong vocal, the D-18 delivers the head-turning authority you expect from a full-sized dreadnought. It’s responsive, dynamic, and capable of handling virtually any genre you throw at it.

Effortless feel with modern precision

Martin’s modified low oval neck profile combined with a high-performance taper creates a fast, comfortable playing experience that suits a wide range of styles. Chords feel relaxed and natural, while lead lines glide smoothly along the ebony fingerboard. Each D-18 undergoes Martin’s Plek process, where a computer-controlled system scans and dresses the frets under real string tension. This ensures impeccable accuracy, optimal action, and consistent playability right out of the case. The result is a refined, silky feel that encourages longer sessions and lets your creativity flow without distraction.

Built for a lifetime of music

Hand crafted with a traditional dovetail neck joint and premium materials throughout, the D-18 reflects Martin’s long-standing commitment to quality. From the ebony bridge and bone nut and saddle to the vintage-style appointments and open gear tuners, every detail serves both tone and durability. The gloss finish and aging toner top lend a subtle nod to the golden era of acoustics, while modern construction techniques ensure dependable stability. Supplied with a deluxe ply hardshell case, this is an instrument designed not just for today’s gig, but for decades of music to come.

Specifications

• Product: Martin D-18, Natural
• Code: CFM-GTR-D18
• Series: Standard

Body & Bridge

• Top Material: Solid Spruce
• Body Material: Genuine Mahogany
• Body Shape: D-14 Fret Dreadnought
• Bridge: Ebony
• Bridge Style: Modern Belly - Drop in Saddle
• Bridge Pin Material: Black Plastic
• Saddle Material: Compensated Bone
• Saddle Radius: 16''
• Brace Shape: Scalloped
• Brace Pattern: Forward Shifted X-Brace
• Brace Material: Spruce
• Binding: Faux Tortoise
• Overall Finish: Gloss
• Top Colour: Aging Toner
• Back/Sides Colour: Dark Mahogany
• Top Inlay Material: Multi-Stripe
• Rosette: Old Style 18 Multi-Stripe

Neck & Fingerboard

• Neck Material: Select Hardwood
• Neck Finish: Satin
• Neck Colour: Dark Mahogany
• Construction: Dovetail Neck Joint
• Neck Shape: Modified Low Oval
• Neck Taper: High-Performance
• Fingerboard Material: Ebony
• Neck Joins Body At: 14th Fret
• Machine Heads: Nickel Open Gear
• Neck Finish: Satin
• Fingerboard Inlay Material: Abalone
• Fingerboard Inlay Style: Old Style 18
• Number of Frets: 20
• Pleked: Yes
• Nut Material: Bone
• Fingerboard Width at Nut: 1 3/4''
• Scale Legnth: 25.4''

Hardware & Miscellaneous

• Hardware Colour: Nickel
• Tuners: Open Gear w/ Butterbean Buttons
• Headstock Shape: Solid w/ Square Taper
• Headplate Material: East Indian Rosewood
• Headplate Logo Style: Script Old Style Overlay
• Pickguard: Tortoise Pattern
• Case: Ply Hardshell Case Included