Martin Guitar D-18 Satin Amberburst
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Martin Guitar
D-18 Satin Amberburst
Product Info
Article Number:
563891
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
D-18 Satin Amberburst
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$3,298.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The D-18 Satin Amberburst is a beautifully crafted dreadnought, leaning towards a classic, balanced tone. It's a premium-priced instrument, ideal for singer-songwriters and players who appreciate a traditional sound with a comfortable, unlacquered feel – a serious upgrade for anyone moving beyond entry-level guitars.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar D-18 Satin Amberburst
- Acoustic Guitar
- Style: D - Dreadnought
- Top: solid spruce
- Back and sides: solid mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- White abalone dot fingerboard inlays
- Black binding
- Scale: 645 mm (25.4")
- Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
- Bone nut
- 20 Frets
- Tortoise pickguard
- Ebony bridge with bone saddle
- Open nickel tuners
- Factory strings: Martin Guitars Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 guitar strings phosphor bronze - medium .013 - .056 (art. #473904#)
- Colour: Satin Amberburst
- Incl. case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers exceptional clarity and dynamic range across the tonal spectrum.
- • Mahogany back and sides provide warmth and sustain, balancing the spruce's brightness.
- • Ebony fingerboard offers a smooth, responsive playing experience with excellent note definition.
- • Satin finish allows for effortless playing and a comfortable feel without a sticky gloss.
CONS
- • Mahogany construction limits versatility; less ideal for heavily scooped or modern tones.
- • Relatively heavy compared to lighter dreadnoughts, which may fatigue some players.
- • Satin finish, while comfortable, might show wear and tear more visibly over time.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Scale Length
645 mm (25.4")
Frets
20
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 6.2 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The satin finish generally allows the wood to vibrate more freely, contributing to a slightly more open and resonant tone, though the difference is subtle.
The narrower nut width might feel a bit cramped for players accustomed to wider necks, but most will find it manageable and contributes to the guitar’s focused sound.
The D-28 is richer and more complex due to rosewood back and sides; the D-18 offers a more focused, direct, and slightly drier tone profile, making it more versatile for certain styles.
