Martin D 18 75th Anniversary Edition #82 Serial No. 1354998
The Martin D-18 75th Anniversary Limited Edition acoustic guitar celebrates a milestone for a much-loved Martin! Based on the D-18 Golden Era model, the D-18 75th Anniversary Limited Edition features a solid Adirondack spruce top and a solid mahogany back and sides for ample projection and warm, balanced tone. Other distinctive features include a Madagascar rosewood headplate, a special headstock decal, an interior label personally signed by C.F. Martin IV (and numbered in sequence), and a special anniversary Harptone case with the D-18 75th Anniversary Limited Edition.
Martin D-18 75th Anniversary Limited Edition Acoustic Guitar at a Glance:
- Your chance to own a very special D-18
- Birth of an iconic guitar design
- Martin quality since 1833
Your chance to own a very special D-18
An American classic, the D-18 dreadnought was introduced in the early 1930s. The D-18 is projects very well, with a bright, clear treble and warm, moderate bass - making it ideal for both recording and stage work. The D-18 75th Anniversary Limited Edition sports a premium Adirondack spruce top and mahogany back and sides, plus a Madagascar rosewood headplate. Genuine ebony is used for the fingerboard and bridge.
Birth of an iconic guitar design
In the midst of the Great Depression, Martin managed to create two guitars that have remained incredibly popular to this day; in fact, the D-28 and the D-18 share what has become an iconic design. By introducing the dreadnought body shape into their lineup, Martin brought powerful bass and projection to guitarists - a real plus in an era before electric guitars entered the scene.
Martin quality since 1833
So, why does a Martin sound so good? Consider the fact that the company has been making quality instruments since 1833, and what we might consider "modern" acoustic guitars since early in the 20th century. What's more, the company's commitment to quality has never wavered, so whether you're investing in a brand-new D-18 or inheriting a family heirloom vintage Martin, you know you're getting the best.
Martin D-18 75th Anniversary Limited Edition Acoustic Guitar Features:
- Construction: Mahogany blocks/dovetail neck joint
- Body size: D-14 fret
- Top: Solid Adirondack spruce
- Rosette: Old Style 18
- Top bracing pattern: Standard ''X'' scalloped, forward shifted
- Top braces: Solid Adirondack spruce 5/16''
- Back material: Solid mahogany
- Back purfling: Style 18
- Side material: Solid mahogany
- Endpiece: Tortise color - brown
- Binding: Black Boltaron
- Top inlay style: Multiple black/white Boltaron
- Neck shape: Modified "V"
- Nut material: Fossilized ivory
- Headstock: Solid/square taper
- Headplate: Solid Madagascar rosewood
- Heelcap: Solid black ebony
- Fingerboard material: Solid black ebony
- Scale length: 25.4''
- No. of frets clear: 14
- No. of frets total: 20
- Fingerboard width at nut: 1-3/4''
- Fingerboard width at 12th fret: 2-1/4''
- Fingerboard position inlays: Old Style 18
- Back and side finish: Polished gloss
- Top finish: Polished gloss with aging toner
- Neck Finish: Satin
- Bridge material: Solid black ebony
- Bridge style: 1930s style belly w/long saddle
- Bridge string spacing: 2-5/16''
- Saddle: 16'' radius/fossilized ivory
- Tuning machines: Waverly nickel w/butterbean knobs
- Bridge and end pins: Solid black ebony
- Pickguard: Delmar tortoise color
- Case: 545v75 Harptone with 75th Anniversary Edition embroidery
- Interior label: 75th Anniversary Edition #82 paper label
