Martin Guitar D18 Authentic 1937
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Martin Guitar
D18 Authentic 1937
Product Info
Article Number:
556664
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
D18 Authentic 1937
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$8,679.00
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This D-18 Authentic 1937 is a seriously dialed-in recreation of a golden-era Martin. The VTS treatment really nails that aged, woody tone you're chasing, and the Waverly tuners are a luxurious touch. It's a fantastic choice for experienced players and serious collectors who appreciate vintage character and refined craftsmanship.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar D18 Authentic 1937
- Acoustic Guitar
- Style: Dreadnought
- Top: solid spruce with Vintage Tone System (VTS)
- Back and sides: Mahogany
- Neck: Mahogany
- Headstock: Rosewood
- Fingerboard: Ebony
- Abalone dot fingerboard inlays
- Multi-stripe rosette
- Scale: 645 mm (25.4")
- Nut width: 44.5 mm (1.75")
- Bone nut
- 20 Frets
- Tortoise pickguard
- Ebony bridge with bone saddle
- Open Waverly nickel tuners
- Factory strings: MA550T Authentic Treated Medium (art. #473904#)
- Colour: Natural
- Incl. Ply hard case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • VTS spruce top delivers authentic vintage tone and aging, remarkably responsive.
- • Mahogany back and sides provide a warm, focused fundamental with excellent projection.
- • Waverly nickel tuners offer exceptional tuning stability and a classic aesthetic.
- • Ebony fingerboard and bone nut contribute to a smooth playability and clear note definition.
CONS
- • Premium-priced, placing it out of reach for many aspiring players.
- • Mahogany construction can limit versatility for modern, overly bright playing styles.
- • Tortoise pickguard, while aesthetically pleasing, is a personal preference and can be swapped.
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Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Spruce with Vintage Tone System (VTS)
Back & Sides
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
VTS simulates years of aging, resulting in a slightly warmer, more responsive tone with a touch more complexity and a more open feel.
The neck profile is a 'Modified Low Oval', a classic Martin shape, which offers a comfortable feel, though some players with very large hands might prefer a slightly wider neck.
While it's not a direct substitute for a genuine pre-war model, it captures much of the essence; its value hinges on your budget and desire for a historically-inspired instrument.
