Martin Guitar D-18 Modern Deluxe
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Martin Guitar
D-18 Modern Deluxe
Product Info
Article Number:
556450
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
D-18 Modern Deluxe
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$4,948.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This D-18 Modern Deluxe is a serious upgrade, offering a more responsive and articulate sound than older iterations. The VTS treatment really nails that vintage vibe, while the modern refinements like the compensated saddle keep it playing flawlessly. It's a fantastic choice for experienced players seeking a powerful, versatile dreadnought with a touch of classic Martin mojo.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar D-18 Modern Deluxe
- Acoustic Guitar
- Style: Dreadnought
- Top: solid spruce with Vintage Tone System (VTS)
- Back and sides: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Headstock: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Abalone dot fingerboard inlays
- Multi-stripe rosette
- Scale: 645 mm (25.4")
- Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
- Bone nut
- 20 Gold-plated frets
- Tortoise pickguard
- Ebony bridge with compensated bone saddle
- Open gold-plated tuners
- Strings: MA550T authentic treated medium .013 - .056 (art. #473904#)
- Colour: Natural
- Incl. ply hard case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Vintage Tone System (VTS) convincingly replicates aged spruce resonance and responsiveness.
- • Mahogany back and sides deliver a focused, powerful low-end and warm overtones.
- • Ebony fingerboard provides exceptional clarity and sustain for precise playing.
- • Gold-plated hardware and compensated bone saddle enhance tuning stability and tone projection.
CONS
- • The Modern Deluxe's stiffness might feel less forgiving for players accustomed to softer vintage Martins.
- • The tortoise pickguard, while aesthetically pleasing, isn't the most practical for aggressive strumming.
- • The premium-priced nature makes it inaccessible for many aspiring musicians.
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Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Scale Length
645 mm (25.4")
Frets
20 Gold-plated
Electronics
None (Acoustic)
Weight
Approximately 6.2 lbs (2.8 kg)
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Frequently Asked Questions
VTS aims to mimic the aging process, resulting in a slightly more open and resonant tone with quicker response, but it's subtle – not a radical departure.
The neck is a standard Martin profile, generally comfortable, but the 1.75” nut width might feel a bit wider for those accustomed to thinner necks.
While it’s an acoustic-only model, the powerful projection and balanced tone make it excellent for unplugged gigs; amplification can be added externally if needed.
