Martin Guitar D18 Satin 1935 Burst LH
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Martin Guitar
D18 Satin 1935 Burst LH
Product Info
Article Number:
605813
Brand:
Martin Guitar
Model:
D18 Satin 1935 Burst LH
Category:
Dreadnought Acoustic Guitars
Price:
$3,573.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This D-18 is a serious instrument for the discerning left-handed player. The solid spruce top gives it a powerful voice, while the mahogany back provides warmth and balance. It's a fantastic choice for singer-songwriters and players who appreciate a vintage-inspired tone and feel.
Product Description
- Martin Guitar D18 Satin 1935 Burst LH
- Steel-String Guitar
- 2025 model
- Left-handed model
- Type: 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 machine heads
- Strings: Martin Guitars Authentic Acoustic Lifespan 2.0 Phosphor Bronze - Medium .013 - .056 (Art. #473904#)
- Colour: 1935 Burst
- Includes case
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Solid spruce top delivers exceptional projection and clarity across the tonal spectrum.
- • 1935 Burst finish adds vintage aesthetics and subtle tonal aging.
- • Ebony fingerboard and bone nut provide smooth playability and enhanced sustain.
- • Left-handed configuration caters specifically to southpaw players, a thoughtful inclusion.
CONS
- • Solid mahogany back and sides may lack the complex overtones of rosewood.
- • Satin finish, while aesthetically pleasing, can feel less luxurious than gloss.
- • Premium-priced, making it a significant investment for many players.
Product Video
Key Features
Top Wood
Solid Sitka Spruce
Back & Sides
Solid Mahogany
Neck Material
Mahogany
Fingerboard
Ebony
Scale Length
645 mm (25.4 in)
Frets
20
Electronics
None
Weight
Approximately 6.2 lbs
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Burst finish is primarily aesthetic, but the slight variations in the finish process can subtly influence the wood’s vibration, often resulting in a slightly warmer, more aged character.
The D-18 typically features a modified low oval profile, which is generally comfortable, but some players with very large hands might prefer a slightly wider neck.
The .013-.056 gauge provides a balanced tone with good projection, but may require a bit more finger strength compared to lighter gauge strings – a worthwhile trade-off for the enhanced tone.
