Martin D-18 Custom Shop (2017)

Description

While most of the work we see coming out of Martin's Custom Shop tends to involve minor upgrades or additions to their stock Standard Series models, this 2017 Custom D-18 begins to move into different territory altogether for a sound and feel all its own. The list of extra design features and upgrades is hard to cover in the span of just a few sentences, with significant alterations made to the design, specifications, tonewoods, and cosmetics. For starters, this D-18 eschews the standard shape and scale length, instead using a Gibson short scale and slope shoulder design for a look and feel unlike most Martins. The standard Sitka spruce top has been upgraded to an Adirondack one, lending the guitar more bite and punch when driven with a heavy right hand, and the ebony fingerboard and bridge have been traded out for Indian rosewood. Then there's the finish - a gorgeous, glossy off-white for some classic Nashville country flair that sets off nicely against the tortoise pickguard, ivoroid binding, jumbo hexagon inlays, and black headstock veneer. It's a truly unique instrument that we love having on our wall.

This guitar arrived in our store excellent condition, with next to no cosmetic wear and a comfortable, medium set up that supports a wide range of playing styles. Included in the price is the original Martin hard-shell case, upgraded from the standard molded plastic to a Martin 500 Series with a cabernet interior.

*Please note, per our return policy, all sales on used and consignment instruments are final.*